Therapy and Counseling in Charlotte, NC

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Therapy and Counseling in Charlotte, NC

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Nicole Saunders - Licensed Therapist in Charlotte, NC
Nicole Saunders, MSW, LCSW
Owner, Therapy Charlotte, LLC

Find a Therapist Who Fits Your Needs

Support for anxiety, depression, relationships, and life’s transitions.

Therapy Charlotte is a group independent licensed therapists, founded in 2011 by Nicole Saunders, MSW, LCSW. Our seven therapists help adults with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions, with in-person sessions in Charlotte’s Dilworth and Elizabeth neighborhoods and online therapy anywhere in North Carolina.

Whether you’re managing everyday stress, working through relationship difficulties, or feeling unsure about your next steps, therapy offers space to explore what’s happening and find a way forward. We tailor our approach to your needs, helping you develop coping skills, recognize patterns, and work toward changes that matter to you.

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Services Provided by Therapy Charlotte

There are many complex issues to navigate in life. Here's how we can help.

 

In-Person and Virtual Therapy Appointments Available

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Meet Our Therapists

Find an approach that feels right for you.

Nicole Saunders, MSW, LCSW (Owner)

Nicole Saunders, MSW, LCSW, founder of Therapy Charlotte

Nicole founded Therapy Charlotte in 2011 and has more than 15 years of clinical experience. She helps capable, responsible adults who feel stressed, stretched thin, or stuck, especially during life transitions and difficult decisions.

Her approach is direct and collaborative, pairing a deeper look at the patterns shaping your life with practical tools from CBT, ACT, and mindfulness. Read Nicole's full profile.

Our Therapy Team

  • Therapist Amy Van de Motter, LCSW

    Amy Van de Motter, LCSW

    Amy Van de Motter, LCSW moved from Ohio to North Carolina in 2000. She earned her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education, teaching public school for three years. During this experience, she realized her passion for making personal connections with her students and their families, which led her to pursue her masters degree in Social Work. As a licensed clinical social…

  • Virtual Therapist Noell Rowan, Ph.D.

    Noell Rowan, Ph.D., LCSW, LCAS

    Noell Rowan, Ph.D., LCSW, LCAS, CCS, ACSW is a clinician with more than three decades of experience in the field of social work. She has practiced in hospital, community, and private practice settings in Georgia, Kentucky, Indiana, and provides clinical supervision for MSW students in North Carolina. After practicing for more than a decade, she returned to further her education…

  • Counsellor Jen August Headshot

    Jen August, LCMHC

    Jen August, LCMHC is a clinician with over 20 years of counseling experience. She is currently living in Wilmington, North Carolina, where she oversees an advocacy center for survivors of interpersonal violence at the University of North Carolina, Wilmington. For Jen, being a counselor is more than a job; it is a privilege to accompany clients on their path of…

  • Licensed NC Therapist Gwyn Mohler

    Gwyn Mohler, LCSW

    Gwyn Mohler, MSW, LCSW, is a therapist in North Carolina offering in-person appointments. Gwyn started her career in the field of education, serving both as a K-12 educator and nonprofit manager. Over time, she found that her favorite part of work was when she was providing one-on-one support to students, peers, and teachers, helping them build confidence and meet individual…

  • Elizabeth Pinard, MSW, LCSW

    Elizabeth Pinard, LCSW

    Elizabeth Pinard, MSW, LCSW is a virtual therapist in North Carolina with over 10 years of clinical experience. After working in the banking industry for over a decade, she left her job in capital markets structuring and selling foreign exchange derivatives to pursue a career which aligned with her passion to help others. Elizabeth returned to graduate school, completed a…

  • Angie Vandenberg, LCSW Therapist

    Angie Vandenberg, LCSW

    Angie Vandenberg, LCSW is a clinician with over a decade of experience in the field of social work. In 2009, she graduated from the University of North Carolina-Charlotte, and practiced therapy at a local non-profit in Charlotte and its surrounding areas. She relocated to our beautiful coast in 2012. She currently lives in Wilmington where she holds a leadership position…

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Common Questions About Therapy at Therapy Charlotte

Straight answers about cost, insurance, and getting started.

Do you take insurance?

Therapy Charlotte does not accept insurance. On request, we provide a monthly superbill you can submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Check with your plan about out-of-network mental health benefits. We also accept FSA and HSA cards.

How much does therapy cost?

Individual sessions are 50 minutes and cost $165 to $185, depending on the clinician. Payment for the first appointment is due when you schedule, and later sessions are billed the day before. We ask for 24 hours' notice to cancel. Full details are on our rates and policies page.

Do you offer in-person or online therapy?

Both. Nicole sees clients in person at her office on East Morehead Street in Dilworth, and Gwyn Mohler sees clients at her office in the Elizabeth neighborhood. Our other therapists work online, by secure video anywhere in North Carolina. Each therapist’s profile shows how they meet with clients.

How do I choose the right therapist?

Start with what you want help with and how you like to work. Each therapist's profile describes their focus and approach. You do not have to decide alone: after you request an appointment, Nicole reaches out to help find a good fit. A strong working relationship matters more than any single technique.

What happens after I request an appointment?

After you send the request form, Nicole reaches out to learn what you are looking for and determine which therapist is a good fit. From there, you schedule your first session, which focuses on understanding what brought you in and what you would like to change.

What is the difference between therapy and life coaching?

Therapy supports emotional health, including stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship patterns, and can explore how past experiences shape the present. Life coaching is forward-looking and goal-focused, helping with career changes, personal goals, and growth. Therapy Charlotte offers both, and your clinician can help you decide which fits.

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Therapy Charlotte at a Glance

What to know before you reach out, and how to get started.

  • Founded in 2011By Nicole Saunders, MSW, LCSW
  • Seven licensed therapistsSocial workers and counselors with different approaches and specialties
  • In person or onlineNicole in Dilworth and Gwyn in Elizabeth, or secure video anywhere in North Carolina
  • 50-minute sessions$165 to $185, depending on the clinician
  • PaymentOut-of-network superbills on request; FSA and HSA cards accepted
  • In the pressNicole has been quoted in HuffPost. See our press coverage

How Getting Started Works

  1. 1Request an appointmentFill out the short request form below. You can mention a therapist you would like to work with.
  2. 2Nicole reaches outShe learns what you are looking for and helps match you with a therapist who is a good fit.
  3. 3Begin your first sessionMeet in person in Charlotte or online, and start working on what matters to you.
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