For more than 45 years, the CareNet counseling network has been providing, educating and advocating for progressive mental health counseling for people of all ages across North Carolina. Our expertise, compassion and delivery of spiritually-integrated care have resulted in our now serving clients in over 80 North Carolina counties.
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Services Offered
Counseling for Adults We all know life is full of challenges and some can be overwhelming or even debilitating. From managing our adult behaviors and relationships to balancing the complexities of our overall mental health, it is not uncommon for some of us to occasionally need some professional help and guidance along the way.
Our Goal: To help you identify your hopes, aspirations and goals, and turn them into an action plan to get you back to living a more balanced, healthy and productive life.
Areas covered include, but are not limited to: Depression Family Conflict Grief and Loss Anxiety and Panic Disorders Stress Eating Disorders Marriage Premarital Assessments Couple's Communication Men's Issues Women's Issues Process Addiction (gambling, gaming, eating, exercise, etc.) Parenting Family Violence and Abuse Caring for a Child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder Sexual Dysfunction Elder Care and Relationships Adult Children of Alcoholics Emotional and Spiritual Growth Substance Abuse Separation, Divorce, Remarriage and Blended Families Spiritual Meaning and Direction Identity, Intimacy and Sexuality Issues (LGBT or Questioning) Integrative Wellness Services, including Yoga, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Counseling for Young Children An interesting age for sure. It's not always easy connecting with a child who's experiencing difficulties in school, in relationships or dealing with self-esteem issues, but getting outside help is often the answer. That's why, our counselors use a variety of age-appropriate games, toys and other materials to help children find ways to better express themselves and describe their concerns.
Our Goal: Happier, healthier kids with a clearer path to a successful future.
Areas covered include, but are not limited to: Anxiety and Fearfulness Behaviors Problems at Home and/or School Anger, Aggression and Acting Out Depression and Low Self-Esteem ADD and ADHD Identification and Treatment Autism Spectrum Disorders Parent/Child Relationships Social Skills and Peer Relationships Divorce Transitions Blended Family Relationships Chronic Illness
Counseling for Teens This stage of life can be both highly challenging and difficult to navigate for young adults. There's so much to balance, from the pressures of school, friends, family, teachers, to just being a well-balanced and healthy teenager. Our counselors are well versed in addressing the multitude of concerns and behavior issues affecting teens, through individual or family counseling.
Our Goal: To replace your teen's ineffective decision-making and potentially harmful behaviors with new positive, effective and constructive choices and behaviors.
Areas covered include, but are not limited to: Problem Behaviors at Home and/or School Teen/Parent Relationships Teen/Teacher Relationships Depression and Low Self-Esteem Anger, Aggression and Acting Out Self-Injury Autism Spectrum Disorder ADD and ADHD Eating Disorders Identity, Intimacy and Sexuality Issues (LGBT or Questioning) Blended Family Relationships Social Skills and Peer Relationships Substance Abuse Divorce Transitions Grief and Loss Spiritual Meaning and Direction Chronic Illness
Counseling for Families Our counselors at CareNet will help your family to uncover the issues at the root of your family's imbalance. Then, they will help each family member learn how to more effectively manage themselves, and interact in ways that are healthier and more constructive to supporting your family's group dynamic. Our counselors may also recommend individual sessions for some family members who they believe will benefit from this additional counseling.
Our Goal: To improve communications, reinforce desired behaviors and help you create, renew and maintain a healthy sense of balance for your entire family.
Areas covered include, but are not limited to: Parental Conflict Separation or Divorce Parenting Skills Child or Teen Behavior Work/School Stress Substance Abuse Chronic Health Problems Emotional Abuse Physical Abuse In-Home Grandparents Spiritual Meaning and Direction
Counseling for Seniors From handling the difficulties that come with aging to overcoming and better understanding issues you may have been putting off, our counselors are here to help you manage the many challengers that come with aging.
Our Goal: To help make these years of your life as memorable and fulfilling as all of the ones leading up to this new chapter in your life.
Areas covered include, but are not limited to: Grief and Loss Depression Marriage Family Conflicts Anxiety and Panic Disorders Couple's Communication Men's Issues Women's Issues Health Issues Family Violence and Abuse Sexual Dysfunction Care Giver Relationships Emotional and Spiritual Growth Spiritual Meaning and Direction Identity, Intimacy and Sexuality Issues (LGBT or Questioning) Integrative Wellness Services, including Yoga, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Counseling for Couples Many couples often need a little guidance along the way about how to create, nurture and maintain strong, mutually supportive relationships. This is exactly where our counselors can enter the equation and work with you to help you achieve or renew that healthy, loving relationship.
Our Goal: To save, renew and strengthen the great gift you have - your relationship as a couple.
Areas covered include, but are not limited to: Communication Skills Conflict Resolution Intimacy Issues Passive Aggression Dishonesty and Infidelity Healing After Trauma Remarriage and Blended Families Grief Physical Health Changes Addiction Premarital Counseling Parenting Issues Spiritual Meaning and Direction
Group Counseling Group counseling provides a unique and valuable therapeutic environment. In fact, for many people, group therapy can be more powerful and helpful than individual therapy, according to leading experts.
Premarital Counseling Many of our centers help couples better equip themselves with the tools and skills they need to build, nurture and maintain enduring relationships in today's culture. It's an excellent way to build a strong foundation for a healthy marriage, because you'll learn new skills on how to strengthen communication, understanding and intimacy.
Fees and Payment
Our counselors can accept payment for services through most insurance and employee assistance plans. Clients who are uninsured, underinsured or who are unable to pay for services due to financial hardship, may qualify for assistance.
This is a nonprofit organization.
Services Offered To: Adults Couples Teens Children
Payment: Sliding Scale Medicare Medicaid
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A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.