Meet Our Therapists in Monroe, NC

Anna Thames, LCMHC-S and LPCS therapist in Monroe, NC helping teens and adults with anxiety, stress, communication, boundaries, and relationship concerns.

Finding the right therapist matters. Meet the Anna Thames Counseling team and learn more about the therapists and providers who support clients in Monroe, NC and surrounding communities.

Our team offers support for anxiety, depression, trauma, EMDR, ADHD, neurofeedback, relationships, couples counseling, family concerns, women’s issues, life transitions, and emotional wellness.

Anna enjoys working with adults navigating anxiety, high stress, communication challenges, relationship concerns, and unhealthy patterns that may be keeping them stuck. She is especially passionate about helping clients strengthen boundaries, improve relationships, and better understand themselves while creating meaningful, lasting change.

Individual Adults
April Courtney, LCMHC-A therapist in Monroe, NC providing counseling for adults navigating anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Kathryn Freeman, LCSW therapist in Monroe, NC working with teens, adults, couples, and families.

April works with adults navigating grief, loss, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She enjoys helping clients better understand themselves, manage life’s challenges, and develop healthier ways of coping during difficult seasons.

Individual Adults

Kathryn enjoys working with teens, adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, trauma, communication struggles, and relationship challenges. She especially enjoys supporting couples in improving communication and connection while helping teens manage the unique stressors that come with adolescence.

Teens, Adults, Couples & Families
Renee Sefchick, LCMHC-A therapist in Monroe, NC providing counseling for children, teens, and adults.
Crystal Wright therapist in Monroe, NC supporting individuals and families, including women navigating fertility and pregnancy loss.

Renee enjoys supporting clients navigating career concerns, low self-esteem, divorce, separation, and life transitions. She strives to create a supportive environment where clients feel encouraged and empowered as they move forward.

Adolescents, Teens, & Adults

Crystal enjoys working with individuals, couples, and families navigating grief, relationship concerns, and women’s issues. She values creating a supportive environment where clients feel heard while strengthening relationships and working through life’s challenges.

Individuals, Couples & Families
Lori Kiker Chambers, life coach in Monroe, NC helping teens, adults, and couples with personal growth and life challenges.
Robert Baker, LCMHC therapist in Monroe, NC offering counseling, neurofeedback, and brain mapping services for adults.

Lori enjoys helping teens, adults, and couples navigate life’s challenges with encouragement, accountability, and practical support. She works alongside clients to strengthen communication, increase confidence, and create realistic goals for personal growth.

Teens, Adults, Couples & Families
Julie Ocker, LCSWA therapist in Monroe, NC helping adults process trauma, anxiety, and emotional challenges.

Robert specializes in neurofeedback, brain mapping, ADHD, emotional regulation, and self-esteem concerns. He enjoys helping clients better understand how the brain and body work together to support emotional wellness and growth.

Individual Adults
Carleigh Stroud, life coach in Monroe, NC supporting individuals ages 12 and up with confidence, communication, and personal growth.

Julie specializes in EMDR and works with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, and emotional challenges. She enjoys helping clients process difficult experiences, better understand patterns, and build tools that support long-term emotional wellness.

Individual Adults

Carleigh enjoys supporting individuals ages 12 and up as they build confidence, strengthen communication, and navigate life transitions. She values helping clients gain insight, develop skills, and create meaningful change in their daily lives.

Individuals Ages 12+