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Ronald Wells, LCMHC

Stress, Anxiety Addictions LGBTQ+ Trauma, Abuse Depression
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About me

From time to time, life presents itself as a series of obstacles with some higher than others. I prefer to see problems as a positive challenge to embrace life and seek positive growth that we can do for ourselves. Seeking help is hard enough, and it's my job to ease the process by offering my clients a warm, empathetic, and safe place to address their challenges. If you are struggling with a particular issue, or prefer a safe place to express yourself, I am happy to help you explore your issues.

I have been a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina since 2007 (we were originally called Licensed Professional Counselors, but that changed a few years ago). During my career, I have worked with adolescents and adults. In any therapeutic interaction, it is important to initially develop a relationship with my clients to develop an environment that promotes empathy, understanding, and support. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, various approaches drawn from Narrative Therapy, Redecision Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing strategies. We will discuss these approaches to match your needs and preferences while we are in session together.

My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addiction, chronic pain and health issues, trauma, bereavement, disability-related issues, and adjusting to many of the challenges that life presents us. I use a client-centric approach (meaning YOU are the expert on you) that will allow you to identify your strengths and abilities.

I look forward to meeting you and speaking with you!

Professional experience

25yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Addictions LGBTQ+ Trauma, Abuse Depression

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Body image, Chronic pain illness and disability, Co-morbidity, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Expats, Family of Origin Issues, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hearing Impaired, HIV / AIDS, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Men's issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Traumatic Brain Injury, Trichotillomania, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

Languages

EnglishSpanish

License information

NC LCMHC 6845

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Ronald Wells. 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.

My journey has been amazing and gratifying, Ronald has been a companion and a guide, I love myself more, I understand myself better, I’ve felt empowered to do changes to my life, I’m now looking for other ways to improve my mental health. Patience, kindness, firmness, insight and understanding are the words that I associate with Ronald’s sessions.

Written on Mar 07, 2024 after therapy with Ronald for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

I am grateful for the exceptional therapeutic experience with my therapist. Their attentive listening, deep understanding, and skillful challenge to my thoughts have empowered my personal growth. I highly recommend Ron and their services for anyone seeking meaningful and transformative counselling.

Written on Feb 10, 2024 after therapy with Ronald for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues

He's a OK guy that listen and has a good understanding of me. Look forward to our conversation

Written on Feb 09, 2024 after therapy with Ronald for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety

great

Written on Jan 16, 2024 after therapy with Ronald for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and bipolar disorder

Ronald is great! I don’t know how I made it through life without him!

Written on Oct 19, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety

I have known Ron for a while. He has made a difference in my life and the relationship with my spouse. He has encoranged me to be more assertive and come out of my shell a little bit. Things could be a lot worse without him. I highly recommend Ron.

Written on Oct 04, 2023 after therapy with Ronald for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, lgbt, and career difficulties