Kathy Shelton-Riek, LCSW — Therapist in North Carolina

Hi there, I'm Kathy!

I use multimodal therapy, a holistic approach integrating techniques from different therapies, when working with children, adults, couples, and individuals experiencing behavior issues, life stressors, mood disorders, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges.

My focus

I help clients experiencing PTSD, mood disorders, ADHD, sexual addiction, survivors of abuse, relationship issues, grief, life stressors, neurodivergence, LGBTQA+ concerns, polyamory, and aging. I work with all ages and welcome active duty military and veterans.

My approach

I use multimodal therapy, integrating techniques from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Internal Family Systems, trauma resolution, Solution-Focused, Mindfulness, and many other modalities. This holistic approach allows me to tailor treatment to your unique needs and draw from what works best for you.

My communication style

I create a non-judgmental, trusting, collaborative relationship based on mutual respect. Depending on the situation, I can be gentle or direct. Clients report feeling validated, listened to, hopeful, and gaining better understanding of their symptoms and how to manage them.

My journey to mental healthcare

Two social workers profoundly influenced me when my father was dying. They provided compassionate support, resources, and helped me prepare for his death and grief. I wanted to give that back to others in distress. I enjoy helping clients heal, grow, and empower themselves.

My goals for you

Goal setting is our roadmap to achieve desired outcomes. It's a collaborative endeavor. Your goals may change as you grow and heal, and we'll adjust our focus together.

Our first session

We'll spend time gathering information about your mental health history, what you want from therapy, family background, trauma history, and what change looks like for you. In subsequent sessions, we'll develop treatment goals and work on increasing your adaptive coping skills and strengths.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian, Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Attachment-based

Child/Parent Psychotherapy

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Gestalt

Humanistic

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)

Play Therapy

Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)

Reality Therapy

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Cancer

Educators

LGBTQIA+

Military/Veterans

Non-Binary

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Transgender

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Health, Mental Health Social Work from Grambling State University and a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Psychology from Louisiana Tech University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Kathy Shelton-Riek