Enriching individuals, couples, and families through counseling and wellness services.
Competent Mental Health Professionals
Northern Piedmont Counseling PLLC is part of an educational, training, and clinical services network composed of wellness-oriented professionals from numerous integrative disciplines who are unified by a common mission to promote a better world starting with strategic, vital relationships. Aside from offering counseling services, we work hard to create a safe, comforting, and stress-free environment for anyone seeking help from us. Friendly and adaptive, our team will work hard to provide exceptional care that best fits your needs.
Northern Piedmont Counseling PLLC’s Team
Our Mooresville, NC Staff
Taryn Sweeting
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Keith Cheney
Co-Owner, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTSpecialties: Child or Adolescent, Anxiety, and Depression
"I take a pragmatic approach to therapy. I am well-versed in many techniques/theories, but I like to keep it simple and tailored to each individual's needs. I have worked extensively with children of all ages as well as many adults, families, and couples from many different backgrounds."
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Ama Adusei
Physician's Assistant"I love working with patients of all ages. My motto is the patient knows whats best for them. I like to see medication management as a partnership process. What’s best for my patient is best for me.
I completed my undergraduate degree in Bio-behavioral Health at Pennsylvania State University. I went on to complete my Physician Assistant studies and Masters in Medical science with a dual degree program from Miami-Dade College and Saint Francis University. I have years of experience with inpatient Psychiatry and Internal Medicine and recently began working in Neurology as well.
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Christina J. Luke
Counselor, MS, TF-CBT, (CR), LPC
Specialties: Trauma and PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, and Anxiety"Through genuineness, empathy, unconditional positive regard, and acceptance, I will help address issues and establish goals based on your individual needs. I will assist with the internal change from a stage of incongruence to congruence. I will do so by learning more about internal issues experienced, and by means of psycho-education, I will help the individual and/or family members to find strategies to better cope with triggers and stressors experienced."
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Ann Bennett
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, LMFT
"I'm here to help. Call me a tour guide of sorts. Call me your cheerleader. Call me your partner on the way to finding solutions.
You're stronger than you give yourself credit for, and I'm here to help you recognize those strengths and find abilities to build
upon in your journey toward change. I specialize in couples, engaged couples (including those seeking pre-marital counseling),
married couples, and young adults dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, loss and attachment issues.
I bring a positive attitude to solution-focused therapy, looking at the present and future while utilizing
relaxation, mindfulness and meditation."
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Amanda Parmley
Counselor MA, LPC
"I believe that everyone has the power to author their own story. Sometimes things happen in life that are out of our control and we need a helping hand. It is during these times that counseling can be most beneficial. I work with clients experiencing a variety of concerns, including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, post traumatic stress and adjustment issues.
I specialize in helping clients identify and achieve their personal goals. I utilize an eclectic counseling approach and regularly integrate mindfulness, and communication skill building into the therapeutic process.
I view the therapeutic process as a journey, in which you are the expert. Making time in one's busy schedule can be difficult and therefore I offer morning, afternoon, and some evening appointments."
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Renee Wolf
Social Worker, LCSW
Renee is EMDR Part 1 Trained.
"Life is full of twists and turns, often unexpected and challenging to even the most seasoned navigator. Individual, couple, and family therapy can provide relief to those seeking support by regrouping, learning coping skills and gaining helpful insight to promote empowered change. It is my honor to help individuals, couples, and families who are seeking help to either heal, learn new ways to manage their lives or adjust to new challenges. I have extensive experience in the fields of anxiety/depression/PTSD, adjustment, illness, grief, sudden loss, marriage, post-partum depression, blended family, parenting, and addiction. My practice encompasses adolescents to the young at heart.
My education, training, professional experiences allow me to not only meet clients where they are, but also help them develop goals suitable to their needs.
I believe that the spectrum of "normal" is wide and often varies throughout the seasons of our lives, but often we may feel overwhelmed, anxious, fearful, or depressed. My practice is focused on hope and healing, helping you to find your 'normal' again. I am now accepting insurance clients at the Mooresville location."
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Kristina (Kristy) Richendollar
LCSW-ALife is complicated and challenging, and I believe that we all face struggles from time to time. Whether it be dealing with grief and loss, life changes, relationship issues, physical or mental challenges, we all can benefit from more support. I am here to assist you by treating you as a whole person. The mind, body, spirit, and environment influence total personal wellness. When these pieces work in harmony, you can overcome obstacles and be the best you. If you're stuck, we will work together to customize your road map, so you can continue with your life's journey!
I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults with home-based support services including foster care, child development, employment, court, relationship and family support. I have also conducted psychiatric emergency room assessments and assisted with determining level of care.
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Betsy Karas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MHDLReaching out for help can be difficult, whether related to adjusting to life events, stressful situations, or dealing with intense emotions. I hope to help you feel comfortable to develop a trusting relationship in an atmosphere where you can feel acknowledged and understood, and to work with you in gaining skills to cope with the difficulties you are experiencing. My goal is to help you realize your strengths and positive attributes, to gain the power to make the changes you need or to cope with the things you cannot change, and to find ways to bring hope and contentment to your life.
I have 20 + years of experience in a Clinical setting providing therapy for individuals, families, relationships and groups. I work with children, adolescents and adults of all ages.
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Steve Drago
Our Statesville, NC Staff
Kim Cove
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFTSpecialties: Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, and Depression
“I am a compassionate therapist concerned with empowering you to embrace your strengths and manage your woundedness. Personal growth and developing authenticity, whether personally or in a relationship, are ways I help you to become the best "you" you can be. I use an eclectic diversity of counseling theories, tailoring to your needs and strengths. Life is a heroic journey. You are the hero of your story."
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Lindsey Lopina
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFTSpecialties: Anxiety, Depression, Marital, and Premarital
"People come to therapy for validation, acceptance, and answers to the questions that seem unknown. You may be feeling hurt, lost, unheard, invalidated, and you are seeking answers. I can meet you where you are on your journey and help you navigate your way to your truth through my years of education and experience."
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Robin Ambrosini
Counselor, MA, EdS, LPCA
Specialties: Women’s Issues, Oppositional Defiance, and Parenting
"I offer culturally sensitive counseling for adults and children who are searching for healing and seeking to find meaning in their suffering and in their lives. My life's journey has led me to my passionate work helping children and adults reduce symptoms, find hope, explore purpose, embrace change, and understand suffering. Join me on a safe, nurturing, and mindful pilgrimage."
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Sheldon Sewell
Counselor, LPC-A
"We all face difficult challenges/events, and/or life-changes that affect our way of life, who we are, and our social/family environments resulting in hurt, pain, depression, anxiety, feeling of grief/loss or the need to be validated and accepted. No one should go through these challenges alone as I meet you where you are in life's travels and assist you in navigating these difficulties with my years of experience and education. My practice includes individuals(children, adolescent, and adults), couples, and families. If you are looking for a supportive, non-judgmental counselor, give me a call."
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Marguerite Allen
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James Andrew Sewell
Counselor, LPCA
I enjoy working with a wide range of individuals and needs. My greatest interest and passion is in working with couples/families and with grief. I also provide general counseling and have a background in trauma. Most especially I work with people who struggle to have safety to express their most vulnerable feelings. There are three things I help each client learn to improve the quality of their life and relationships: healthy and assertive communication skills, healthy boundaries, and knowledge about grief and how to identify the need to grieve.
I provide a safe place to fully express any thoughts or feelings. Also, I help guide people through understanding such feelings and their history. Together I partner with clients to build skills to cope with and change such an emotional struggle.
If you're not okay, there's nothing weak or wrong about that. There's nothing weak or wrong about wanting some help to get through tough times. If you are unsure if counseling would work for you, please call (leave name and number if I'm unavailable and I'll call you back) or e-mail and I will be happy to talk and see if I can help you.
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Our Belmont, NC Staff
Michelle Watkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCAS"When life presents challenges that can feel overwhelming, counseling can help to provide you with a safe, non-judgmental place where hope and healing can begin. Whether you are faced with an addiction, marital crisis, family issues, anxiety, depression, or even just day to day stress, I am here to help you through. I am a marriage and family therapist and a licensed clinical addictions specialist. Since 2009, I have worked with individuals, couples, and families from all different walks of life. I enjoy helping my clients to improve their lives.
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WE ACCEPT MEDICAID, MEDICARE, AND MOST OTHER INSURANCE CARRIERS
Northern Piedmont Counseling PLLC
Mooresville Location
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704-799-8949
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Statesville Location
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Statesville, NC 28677
704-799-8949
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Belmont Location
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704-799-8949