I am licensed in North Carolina with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, bipolar disorder, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Additional areas of focus: Coping with addictions, LGBTQ+ related issues, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Executive and professional coaching, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family problems, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NC LCSW C006290
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I love how relatable and understanding she is especially with my high demand jobs as a first responder and history of being in the Army Reserves Serena provides insight I never thought of when it comes to ensuring I protect my mental health
Written on Oct 29, 2025 after therapy with Etta "Serena" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and a
She is the best therapist I've ever had hands down!!!!!
Written on Jun 12, 2025 after therapy with Etta "Serena" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is so amazing! She actually takes the time to listen and ask throughly questions
Written on Aug 15, 2024 after therapy with Etta "Serena" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Serena has a beautiful spirit, you can tell this by talking to her. She makes you feel so relaxed and welcomed. I would recommend everyone talk to Serena if you are looking for a Therapist that will help you with anything. The Best ever in my opinion!
Written on May 16, 2024 after therapy with Etta "Serena" for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Etta is patient, responsive and inciteful. Very personable and supportive as well.
Written on Apr 13, 2024 after therapy with Etta "Serena" for 3 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
Serena is amazing, today was my 1st session and I felt super comfortable. Serena gave her undivided attention and was very knowledgeable. I’m excited for our next session.
Written on Apr 06, 2024 after therapy with Etta "Serena" for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, and relationship issues