meet louise
individual counseling //online and in-person therapy in asheville & across north carolina
relationship therapy in asheville
before i became a therapist, i came to therapy because i felt stuck. i was struggling in my parenting, my work, and in the goals my spouse and i shared. i knew something needed to change, but i couldn't figure out how to move forward.
through both personal and professional experience, i've come to understand how attachment wounds, family dynamics, and past experiences shape the way we relate to ourselves and the people we love. that understanding became the foundation of my work as a therapist.
today, i help people build healthier relationships, set clearer boundaries, and create lives that feel more connected, intentional, and aligned with who they want to be.
therapy for relationship patterns, boundaries, and codependency
many of the people i work with are thoughtful, caring, and deeply attuned to others. they are often the ones holding everything together in their families, relationships, or workplaces.
you may feel responsible for other people's emotions, struggle to set boundaries, replay conversations long after they end, or find yourself waiting for someone else to change before you can feel better.
therapy can help you understand these patterns, loosen the grip of guilt and resentment, and develop relationships that feel more balanced and sustainable. together, we work toward healthier boundaries, greater self-trust, and a stronger sense of agency in your life.
attachment-based therapy in asheville
sometimes insight alone isn't enough. you understand why you do what you do, but still find yourself repeating the same patterns.
using an attachment based and trauma informed approach, i help clients connect the dots between past experiences and present relationships. our work focuses on turning awareness into meaningful change so your relationships feel more mutual, your decisions feel clearer, and your life feels more like your own.
therapy for parents of teens and young adults
parenting older children can bring challenges many people don't expect. as your child becomes more independent, the relationship changes, and it can be difficult to know how to stay connected while still providing guidance and support.
many parents come to therapy feeling frustrated, disconnected, or unsure how to respond in ways that reflect the kind of parent they want to be.
together, we'll work on understanding what's happening beneath the surface, staying grounded during difficult moments, and strengthening connection without sacrificing boundaries. the goal isn't perfect parenting. it's building a relationship that feels more steady, respectful, and authentic over time.
many of the people i work with are carrying more than their share. they're exhausted from worrying about everyone else, questioning themselves, and wondering if things can ever change. these are some of the questions my clients ask:
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you may have learned to put other people's needs ahead of your own. for many people, this starts early and becomes so automatic that they don't realize they're doing it. caring about others is healthy. feeling responsible for everyone else's emotions, choices, or wellbeing can leave you exhausted.
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often, yes. repair doesn't require a perfect past. it starts with honesty, accountability, and a willingness to listen to your child's experience. even when relationships have been strained, meaningful change is possible.
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you can't control how other people respond to your boundaries. what you can do is learn to communicate clearly, tolerate discomfort, and stay grounded when others don't like your limits. boundaries are often less about changing other people and more about taking care of yourself.
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understanding a pattern and changing it are different things. many patterns are tied to habits, fears, and ways of coping that developed over years. awareness is important, but lasting change usually requires practice, support, and learning new ways of responding.
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if you're asking this question, you're not alone. many people reach a point where they begin wondering whether there's more to life than getting through the day. that question often signals a desire for more meaning, connection, purpose, or fulfillment.
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the goal isn't to decide who's to blame. it's to understand your part, take responsibility for it, and let go of what isn't yours. therapy can help you sort through those questions with more clarity and less self-judgment.
faq
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i often work with parents and adults of all ages who want to have stronger relationships in their lives
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i am in network with BCBS, Aetna, MedCost, AmBetter, Healthy Blue BCBS, Tricare, Carolina Complete/ Wellcare Medicaid, Amerihealth Caritas, and UHC Community.
private pay sessions are billed at $135 per 55 minutes
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yes. i offer in person therapy on tuesdays and thursdays, and provide telehealth services on tuesdays, wednesdays, and thursdays.