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Dr. Abrina Schnurman-Crook, LCMHC, LPC

Relationships Family conflicts Parenting issues Coaching
Video Phone Live Chat Messaging

About me

Hi!

Welcome to my profile page. Whatever you are facing, you have exhibited bravery by taking this step. Try out some counselors, like you are shopping for something important - because you ARE. There are many kinds of counselors. I'm the kind who listens and laughs and will challenge you (with your permission). If you aren't prepared for a little challenge to your thinking, you aren't engaged in our counseling process. Paying for someone to say you're right 100% of the time may feel good in the moment, but there is no growth in the comfort zone and no comfort in the growth zone.

Here's a little about me: I received a Ph.D. in Counseling in 2001 and am licensed as a professional counselor. I teach also and work with lots of issues and age groups. Helping people develop is my passion.

First, you will identify what you think is your core issue and goal. For some, it stems from confidence issues, anxiety, fear of failure, difficulties communicating in personal or professional relationships, or dealing with conflict. I have worked with people on how to get unstuck in lots of ways.

Despite my background in Crisis, this platform and my association with it, is not appropriate for emergencies regarding a desire to harm self or others or in cases of psychosis that require formal evaluations in an Emergency Room. It is my ethical and professional responsibility to refer clients to appropriate resources (911) in their locality in these instances. Otherwise, we can get to work.

My goal is to assist you as you grow the skills and insight to move forward and see results. There will be work involved, new ways of thinking, new behaviors and maybe, new decisions. When and if you are ready for this, I hope you will reach out.

Abrina

Professional experience

24 yrs in practice
Relationships Family conflicts Parenting issues Coaching

Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Self-love, Sexuality, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

NC LCMHC 21806

VA LPC 0701003365

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Abrina Schnurman-Crook. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

she's been a guiding light for me and helping me get a clear picture of what i want my future to look like

Written on Nov 04, 2025 after therapy with Abrina for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd

Dr. Schnurman-Crook truly cares about her clients. She actively listens and is very supportive. I’ve gone through some very difficult times and she has helped me not only survive but thrive through the chaos. I am forever grateful.

Written on Aug 28, 2025 after therapy with Abrina for 4 years and 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, career difficulties, and coaching

She great! She listens to all my ramblings and is able to decipher what really needs to be addressed. She gives great advice and backs me up when I make good choices in life and will tell me when she thinks something is going to go wrong and then we work through it. She’s a 10 outta 10!

Written on Aug 11, 2025 after therapy with Abrina for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

She is patient, kind and offers good feedback.

Written on Jul 31, 2025 after therapy with Abrina for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd

Dr. Abrina and I haven't had much time together yet but I already have full trust and confidence in her abilities to challenge and empower me. I feel seen and validated by her. And she is gentile yet assertive in pushing me towards my goals. There's a lot of work I have to do on myself and I am extremely grateful that Dr. Abrina will be my guide through it. If you want a therapist that will be the supportive voice of reason, you found her. She gives me space and time to say what I want to say, while keeping me grounded and realistic.

Written on Jul 08, 2025 after therapy with Abrina for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes

She is straight forward but address concerns. Helped me to realize that what I was chasing wasn't worth the chase. Will definitely continue with her

Written on Jun 19, 2025 after therapy with Abrina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes