Find a therapist in Wilmington, NC — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Wilmington, NC accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Wilmington across neighborhoods like Downtown, Wrightsville Beach, and Forest Hills. Headway connects you with 2,774 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. Many clients save up to 75% with insurance, with some paying as little as $0 per session.
Hello all, and welcome to Beach Brain PLLC. I am a board-certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 15 years of psychiatric experience. As a psychiatric nurse, I have always wanted to provide more accessibility and care for my patients. My treatment approach is relaxed, and patient focused. My areas of treatment include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance abuse, ADHD, mood disorders and sleep disorders.
I hold a masters degree and am a licensed mental health counselor. I also hold a hefty life school certification. I am a nerd. I am an artist. That combination is pretty cool and useful in relating to you as a person and not a collection of problems to be fixed.
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Stress and anxiety can leave us feeling overwhelmed, unsure and alone. You may be fed up with feeling constantly on edge, explaining it to others who don’t understand, or shame over feeling the way you do. You might not even remember a time when you didn’t feel this way. Either way, one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to feel relaxation in your body. You’re ready to feel like you can handle what comes your way. You’re ready to feel at peace with your decisions. Most of all your ready to live your life with purpose. You’re ready for a new “normal” and I can help you get there.
Sessions incorporate both your mind and body, so you can find deep healing. Together, we find new perspectives. And we always go at your pace, never pushing to a place you don’t feel ready to be.
As an experienced trauma informed therapist, I believe that your body knows what it needs to do to heal. You don’t have to continue feeling overwhelmed, and you don’t have to do it alone. Call me today for a free 15-minute consult. I look forward to hearing from you.
With more than twenty-five years of clinical social work experience, Carolyn offers thoughtful, compassionate care grounded in both evidence-based practice and deep respect for each client's lived experience. Her work integrates somatic and focused mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral approaches to help clients gently explore and heal overwhelming emotions, thoughts, and bodily sensations.
Throughout her career, Carolyn has served individuals and families with complex and co-occurring mental health and substance use needs across community behavioral health settings. Her extensive experience includes direct clinical practice, supervision, and leadership in outpatient, enhanced, justice-involved, and crisis services. In addition to her clinical practice, Carolyn teaches social work practice and finds great joy in learning alongside her students, traveling, and conctinuing to expand her perspective though education and connection.
I am a safe space for children, adolescents, and families to discuss their experiences, stressors, and trauma. I am passionate about improving the well-being of children and their families during our work together.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Wilmington, NC
- 100%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 93%Stress management
- 81%Trauma
- 81%PTSD
- 93%Cigna
- 91%Aetna
- 74%United Healthcare
- 74%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 72%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
- 100%English
- 2%Haitian Creole
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
- 91%Woman
- 9%Man
- 56%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 30%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
- 7%Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Substance Use Disorder
- 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 21%Family therapy
- 12%Couples therapy
- 7%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Wilmington
Finding the right therapist in Wilmington, NC starts with getting clear on what you're looking for. Consider the concerns you want to address — whether that's anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or a life transition — and look for a licensed provider who has experience in that area. Common license types in North Carolina include LCMHC, LCSW, LMFT, and psychologist, and these professionals are generally qualified to provide talk therapy.
Wilmington has a range of providers offering both in-person and virtual sessions, so you can also factor in logistics like scheduling, location, and whether you prefer to meet face to face or from home. Reading a provider's bio before booking can help you understand their approach and decide if it feels like the right fit.
Therapy in Wilmington can be expensive out of pocket, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce your costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see an estimated session cost before you book, and your out-of-pocket expense may be as low as $0 per session depending on your plan. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a provider who matches both your clinical needs and your coverage.
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