Psychotherapist
In-person at Ballantyne & Midtown Locations, Telehealth option provided for NC Residents

Betsy is is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and a Licensed School Counselor (LSC) in the state of North Carolina. She holds a Master Degree in Educational and Counseling Psychology from The University of Louisville. Betsy has significant experience providing services in the school system, both as a school counselor and a teacher. Her areas of expertise include: ADHD, anxiety, academic stress and school related issues, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, adjustment issues, perfectionism, life transitions, grief and loss, parenting, social skills. In 2024, Betsy received a graduate certificate in play therapy from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

Betsy works with adult clients and children 4 and older. Her prior experience includes 11 years in school counseling within private, public, urban, rural and special needs settings where she additionally developed skills in testing and assessment administration and interpretation. She customizes her approach based on the personality and needs of clients and views adult therapy as a collaborative process. Betsy considers it a privilege to accompany clients on their journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

Counseling provides a safe, supportive environment where clients feel validated and empowered to explore, examine, and learn to manage personal challenges. Using a variety of approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral, Person Centered, Mindfulness, Solution Focused, and expressive art and play techniques, Betsy assists clients as they embark on their own, personal journeys toward healing. She works to establish a caring and accepting relationship with clients through active listening and unconditional positive regard.