Mind-Body Support for the Whole Person

I deeply love being with people on their healing journey. It's meaningful to be able to hold space for someone going through a challenging time and support them with unconditional positive regard and gentleness. Sincere connection, compassion, collaboration and deep listening all characterize my approach to therapy. I honor the wisdom within each of us and believe that healing can happen for everyone. It's inspirational for me to witness people tap into their inner strength and feel empowered and vibrant. My hope is that each client leaves a session feeling more peaceful inside.

At the University of Florida I received a Bachelors degree in Visual Arts Studies, and Western Carolina University is where I completed a Master’s degree in Social Work. I am licensed with the NC Social Work Board as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.  Additionally, after years of training and supervised practice with the Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute, I have become certified as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and a Bodywork and Somatic Education Practitioner. I am also certified through the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers as a Motivational Interviewing and a Motivational Enhancement Therapy Practitioner.

Another significant credential that may be meaningful to you is that I have completed a Mindfulness Training for Professionals under the Duke University Health System and have attended trainings on Attachment Re-patterning through the Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute. I have also completed the Yoga Teacher Training for Mental Health Practitioners.

I provide support for people struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic pain.  People also come to work with me on relationship and attachment issues, the coming-of-age process, grief, loss, and personal growth and empowerment. I have experience working with individuals and groups. I also facilitate Artist Way groups in the community. My therapeutic lens includes Mindfulness, Somatic Experiencing, Harm Reduction, and Supportive Psychotherapy. 

I look forward to meeting you and partnering with you on your journey towards healing and growth.  For more information contact me at: 828-528-1116 or verdenan@gmail.com