Kathy Shelton-Riek, LCSW — Therapist in North Carolina

Hi there, I'm Kathy!

Having more than 40 years of experience in the mental health field, I use multimodal therapy which is a holistic approach that integrates techniques from different therapies based on a specific theoretical framework when working with children, young adults, adults, geriatrics, couples, and individuals.

My focus

I am comfortable helping clients experiencing symptoms of PTSD, mood disorders, ADHD, sexual addiction, survivors of domestic, physical, sexual and verbal abuse.

My approach

I use multimodal therapy, which is a holistic approach that integrates techniques from different therapies based on a specific theoretical framework. I have been trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, grief, Structural Family Systems, Internal Family Systems, Trauma resolution, REBT, Reality Therapy, Rogerian, Person Centered, and many more.

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

At the age of 24, while on active duty in the USAF, my father was diagnosed with and was dying from ALS. I had the opportunity to encounter two wonderfully inspiring social workers: a female LCSW working in a private ICU hospital in TN, and a male military mental health social worker at Andrews AFB, Maryland.

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

I expect the development of a psychotherapeutic relationship based on mutual trust, respect, and collaboration. I will depend on you to tell me what is working and what is not helpful. I value your feedback and will use it to make any necessary changes in our treatment strategies.

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

Structural Family 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