Trauma-informed therapist helping adults stop thinking or talking themselves in circles.
Now accepting new clients.
Hi there. My name’s MaryAnne. I’m an Asheville-based therapist and serve the state of North Carolina virtually. I’m also licensed in South Carolina for virtual clients and folks who live close to the border.
Please continue reading to see if we’d be a good fit.
“Ever make mistakes in life? Let’s make them birds. Yeah, they’re birds now.”
- Bob Ross
Is This You?
Issues I Help With
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You experience anxiety more than you used to
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You consistently don’t have energy
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You struggle to manage grief, stress, or anxiety
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You are your own worst enemy
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You can see old patterns playing out in the moment but feel helpless to change them
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You identify as a perfectionist, high achiever, or a people pleaser
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You are a fellow therapist feeling like you're carrying too much
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You can’t always understand why you feel the way you do
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You appreciate when people remember what you tell them
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You try not to take life too seriously (even if that's easier said than done)
You’re exhausted from going through the motions and questioning, “Is this really it?” This might look like rehearsing conversations that will never happen, feeling nauseous before hanging out with even a close friend, or watching the laundry pile up because you really don’t have it in you. That shows just how little capacity you have to live life let alone enjoy it.
I specialize not with one specific diagnosis but more in what you may be struggling with these days. Does any of this describe you?
Why private practice?
The one-on-one relationship I’m able to make with clients over time is why I love this setting so much. As a relational therapist (and a client in my own therapy), I value the relationship itself and historical knowledge built over time, which includes the highs, the lows, and all over the board. To that end, I really try to personalize therapy to your preferences and recall things we've touched on, so you don't always have to drive the bus. In the age of AI and Big Tech therapy groups, I pride myself in being different.
My approach
My primary approaches include somatic (body-based) modalities that work directly with our unique nervous systems to transform how we experience life. This looks like a more experiential form of talk therapy where we practice tools together, process and learn about emotion, and strategize how to actually use this knowledge to build resilience. Just talking can leave clients feeling trapped in words, thoughts, and familiar thought loops. Somatic work can be the way to change that.
Head to my Specialty page for more information about my approach and experience.
Get in touch
Contact Information
Address
6 Boston Way, Suite 30B
Asheville, NC 28803
maryanne@humankindcounselingavl.com
Phone (call or text)
(828) 662-3801
Hours:
Monday - Asheville
Tuesday - Asheville & virtual
Wednesday - virtual
Thursday - virtual
Friday - by request only
For general inquiries or to schedule a free 15-minute consultation call, please fill out the form below. I will be in touch as soon as possible and within 48 business hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, I do. Please refer to the Insurance & Rates page for more information.
What can I expect in our first session?
Our first session is a chance to get to know each other. I’ll ask some questions to better understand what brings you to therapy, what you’re hoping to work on, and any relevant background. You’re also welcome to ask me questions; about my approach, what therapy might look like, or anything else you’re wondering. The goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, engaged in the therapeutic process, and excited about moving forward.
How long will sessions and the course of therapy last?
Sessions will last around 53 minutes and can be scheduled weekly, biweekly, or monthly, according to your preferences, availability, and needs. Many clients start with weekly sessions to build momentum and consistency, but we can adjust frequency based on your needs and goals.
The course of therapy may run anywhere between twelve weeks and indefinitely. Some clients may need a few months of therapy to kickstart their healing and get themselves back on track. Some clients are “lifers” and find the routine check-ins and therapeutic rapport beneficial to their wellbeing for years. And anywhere in between. The answer depends on a variety of factors but will absolutely be something we discuss.