Dr. R. Dietrich Stewart

I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist whose work is grounded in both deep expertise and genuine care for the people I serve. I earned my Ph.D. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Grand Canyon University and hold a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pfeiffer University Charlotte NC. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist.

For more than 25 years, I have worked alongside individuals and families in a wide range of settings—including inpatient stabilization units, outpatient clinics mental health and substance use, psychosocial rehabilitation day programs, crisis response teams, children and adolescent group homes, reunification services, corrections, child welfare, in-home services, and private practice. These experiences have shaped my warm, grounded approach and strengthened my ability to connect with people from all walks of life.

In my leadership role as Vice President of Outpatient-Clinical Services at a community-based agency in Mecklenburg County, I continue to guide and support behavioral health professionals through clinical oversight and administrative supervision. I also enjoy providing professional trainings in behavioral health, organizational development, and program implementation.

What I believe truly defines my work is the way I integrate my broad clinical background with various techniques from different therapies such as cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, solution-focused, reality-based therapies, professional insight, and my own lived experience. I strive to bring authenticity, empathy, and wisdom to every interaction—creating spaces where people feel seen,

supported, and empowered through the therapy journey.

My focus of support is helping people with depression and mood disorders, trauma specifically sexual and complex, substance use, challenges with emotional regulation, stages of life transitions, and grief and loss.

In our first therapy session, you can expect a welcoming, grounded, and judgment-free space where you can share at your own pace. I’ll take time to get to know you—your concerns, your strengths, and what has brought you to therapy—while helping you feel comfortable, understood, and supported. Together, we’ll begin clarifying your goals and discussing what you hope to achieve. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and shaped by years of experience across diverse settings, so you can expect a steady balance of empathy, insight, and practical guidance as we start this journey together.