Discover Peace of Mind and Mental Wellness

Are you having trouble feeling like yourself?  If you’re experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or ready to heal from trauma from your childhood or recent past, you’re in the right place. Counseling can help you find relief from stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and much more.

Stress may make you feel…

• Overwhelmed by competing demands
• Worried about the future
• Unhappy about your position in life
• Lonely and isolated
• Irritable and angry
• A lack of enjoyment in activities

Benefits of Mindfulness-Based Counseling: 

• Reduce stress and anxiety
• Improve mood and sleep
• Increase focus and resilience

Who Benefits from Therapy?

Individual therapy can be beneficial for people experiencing:

• Stress from Life Transitions: Major changes like career shifts, relocation, or loss can be overwhelming.
• Relational Difficulties: Challenges in personal or professional relationships can cause significant stress and emotional pain.
• Personal Growth: Those seeking self-improvement and a deeper understanding of themselves.
• Mental Illness: Conditions such as depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can greatly impact daily life.

Through tailored therapeutic approaches, individual therapy provides support and strategies to navigate these challenges and promote mental well-being.

Comprehensive Counseling Services to Enhance Mental Health and Wellness

I offer a client-centered atmosphere that is supportive, collaborative, and genuine. My approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based treatments to stabilize the nervous system and access the subconscious mind. While traditional talk therapies have significant value, they may not suffice for trauma recovery alone. Integrating talk therapy with mindfulness, brainspotting, polyvagal exercises, and meditation facilitates deeper healing and helps you discover your true self.

My approach is individually tailored to meet your needs and designed to improve quality of life, self-awareness, and positive feelings such as happiness, confidence and relaxation.  You will learn practical and effective strategies that you can use over the course of a lifetime.  You will also be given resources and home practices to help you learn and grow between sessions.

Specialized Treatments for Complex Conditions:

• Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD)
• Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Burnout and or Compassion Fatigue

Curious about ketamine-assisted psychotherapy? Learn more here

Virtual Therapy: Convenient and Effective

Experience the convenience and effectiveness of virtual therapy for managing stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. While online therapy may not be for everyone, many people appreciate the time saved on commuting and the comfort of being at home.

Take the First Step Toward Lasting Change

It takes courage to seek help, and this simple act of self-compassion can be a catalyst for real and lasting change. Reach out today to begin your journey toward improved mental health and overall wellness.  

I aspire to provide a client-centered atmosphere that is supportive, collaborative, and honest. My approach is to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness-Based Interventions.

Don’t Let Stress Get In The Way Of Self-Care!

If you have questions please contact Jude at jude@akeenmind.com or call 843-364-5921 for a free consultation.

The location is 1122 Sam Newell Rd, Suite 110, Matthews, NC, 28105; however, all sessions are currently conducted via telehealth.

• Cost per Session: $150 – $165

Pay By: American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Accepted Insurance Plans

• Aetna
• Anthem
• Blue Care Network
• BlueCross and BlueShield
• Oscar Health
• Oxford
• UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
• Out of Network

How to Connect to an Online Video Session

When you have a TeleHealth/Online video appointment you will click on a link given to you prior to your appointment  Think of this link as a virtual waiting room. After clicking on the link, you are “Checked-In” and I will be with you shortly. You can connect to this platform through your phone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer. While a wired connection is recommended for the highest quality connection, other devices will also work.