Teresa Freeman, LCSW
Therapist in North Carolina
Teresa Freeman is a licensed clinical social worker who uses relationship-focused and evidence-based approaches to help people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, anger, and depression.
- License C011660 · North Carolina Expires July 2026
- NPI 1679978159 · national registry
- Experience and languages 13+ years in practice English
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About Teresa
Teresa Freeman is a licensed clinical social worker who uses relationship-focused and evidence-based approaches to help people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, anger, and depression. She keeps sessions straightforward and practical so clients can try new things between meetings. Teresa works from North Carolina and speaks English.
Teresa leans on methods that help people notice patterns, strengthen bonds, and build daily skills. She blends the Gottman Method with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based ideas to address how thoughts, emotions, and relationships interact.
Background and approach
Sessions often focus on clearer communication, coping tools, and realistic steps clients can take at home. Her style is warm and client-centered. She aims to create a calm space where people can say what’s on their mind and be heard without judgment.
Teresa emphasizes concrete strategies for managing difficult feelings and changing unhelpful habits. Over 13 years of practice, she has worked with people facing complex concerns such as chronic illness, caregiver stress, substance use, and family conflict. That background informs a practical approach to problem-solving and relapse prevention when addiction is involved.
Teresa offers evening appointments to fit busy schedules. New clients begin by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a session. She uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging so people can choose what works best for them.
Credentials
- LCSW (North Carolina)
- License C011660 · expires July 2026
- NPI
- 1679978159 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Teresa lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Traumatic brain injury
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Teresa names
- Gottman Method
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the approaches Teresa names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
Online support
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Teresa uses the Gottman Method to focus on communication patterns and relationship dynamics, helping people identify unhelpful interaction cycles and learn more effective ways to connect. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is used to help people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, and to choose actions that align with their values. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship experiences shape current bonds and emotional responses, which can be useful for improving closeness and trust. Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Teresa discusses goals and preferences in early sessions and adapts methods based on what is most helpful. She views therapy as a collaboration where the plan evolves with the client’s needs. Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to offer flexibility. Video sessions are helpful for full conversations and visual cues, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or when a quicker check-in fits someone’s schedule. Live chat or text messaging can suit brief updates, short processing, or people who prefer writing their thoughts. These options make it easier to keep consistent appointments and to use therapy around work, caregiving, or other commitments.We will earn a commission if you sign up through our link, at no cost to you. It does not change what you pay or the order of the listings.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Teresa help with?
She helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. Additional focuses include attachment issues, codependency, communication problems, and caregiver stress.
What is Teresa's therapy style?
Her work is client-centered and practical, emphasizing clear communication and real-life skills. She blends relationship-focused methods with approaches that address thoughts and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Teresa has 13 years of professional experience in social work and clinical practice. That experience includes supporting people through addiction, chronic illness, and family-related concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in North Carolina and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is provided via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Teresa?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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