Elda-Rosa Coulthrust, PsyD

Hi, I’m Elda-Rosa “Dr. El.” I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) in North Carolina, as well as a Clinical Consultant and Certified Professional Coach serving clients nationwide.

I believe healing happens when people feel seen, heard, and understood — not judged. My work is grounded in compassion, cultural awareness, and real-life experience, helping individuals navigate grief, trauma, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, and substance use recovery with honesty and support.

At 12Evolve, I believe healing and personal growth are lifelong processes. Whether you are navigating grief, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, or recovery, meaningful change often begins with self-awareness, support, and the courage to take the next step forward. ✨

My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to the unique needs of each individual. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy and coaching, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, strength-based, and solution-focused approaches to support meaningful and lasting change.

I provide individual and family sessions, life coaching, and workshops focused on areas including self-esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, substance use recovery, boundary setting, and relational dynamics.

My goal is to create a supportive and culturally responsive space where clients feel empowered to heal, grow, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Clients can expect a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where they are encouraged to openly share their concerns, experiences, and goals at their own pace. The first session is an opportunity for us to begin building trust, explore what brings you to therapy, and identify areas where support and change may be needed.

My approach is collaborative and focused on helping clients feel heard, understood, and emotionally safe while beginning the process of developing insight, practical coping tools, and meaningful goals for growth and healing. ✨