Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health & Addiction Counseling in Hendersonville, NC
At Wellness Within Counseling, we specialize in helping individuals overcome mental health challenges and addiction through personalized, evidence-based therapy. Our founder, Sherry A. McKisson, brings extensive expertise as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, EMDR Certified Therapist, and Board Certified Counselor. With a focus on trauma recovery, emotional regulation, and behavioral change, we empower clients to break free from debilitating anxiety, depression, and unhealthy patterns. Our approach combines compassionate support with specialized techniques like EMDR to address complex trauma, PTSD, and dissociative disorders.We serve adults navigating life transitions, relationship difficulties, and self-esteem issues, providing tools to enhance personal effectiveness and navigate end-of-life concerns. Our Hendersonville practice offers flexible session lengths, including 75-80 minute initial appointments and 45-50 minute follow-ups, ensuring comprehensive care tailored to individual needs. By fostering self-discovery and resilience, we help clients transform their futures and achieve lasting mental wellness.
Services
Individual Counseling
Trauma Therapy
Addiction Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Relationship Counseling
Stress Management
Grief Counseling
Behavioral Therapy
Highlights and features
- We specialize in EMDR therapy for trauma and PTSD recovery
- Our counselor holds multiple board certifications in mental health and addiction
- Personalized treatment plans for complex trauma and behavioral issues
- Flexible session lengths accommodate individual therapeutic needs
- Proven approach to emotional regulation and life transformation
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
- Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist
- EMDR Certified Therapist
- Board Certified Counselor
Services
Individual Counseling
Our individual counseling sessions provide personalized mental health treatment for adults facing trauma, addiction, and emotional challenges. Through one-on-one sessions, we address anxiety, depression, and behavioral patterns using evidence-based techniques. Clients receive tailored treatment plans focused on healing past experiences and developing coping strategies for lasting wellness.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy helps clients process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact. This specialized treatment effectively addresses PTSD, complex trauma, and dissociative disorders. By integrating bilateral stimulation techniques, we help clients reprocess distressing experiences and develop healthier perspectives for improved mental well-being.
Addiction Counseling
Our addiction counseling services address substance abuse and behavioral addictions through comprehensive, individualized treatment plans. We help clients understand underlying causes of addiction, develop relapse prevention strategies, and build healthier coping mechanisms. The program combines evidence-based therapies with compassionate support for sustainable recovery.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized trauma therapy addresses the lasting effects of psychological trauma, including PTSD and complex trauma. Using proven therapeutic approaches, we help clients process painful memories, manage emotional regulation, and rebuild their lives. Treatment focuses on restoring personal empowerment and developing resilience for long-term healing.
Anxiety Treatment
Our anxiety treatment programs address various anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and panic disorders. Through cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices, clients learn to identify triggers, challenge negative thought patterns, and develop effective coping strategies for managing anxiety symptoms in daily life.
People
Sherry A. McKisson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Sherry A. McKisson is a board-certified mental health professional with specialized training in EMDR therapy and addiction treatment. She helps adults overcome trauma, anxiety, and behavioral challenges through personalized counseling sessions focused on emotional regulation and personal growth.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual counseling for trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and behavioral issues using evidence-based therapies like EMDR to promote emotional healing and personal growth.
Do you offer addiction treatment programs?
Yes, our specialized addiction counseling addresses substance abuse and behavioral addictions through personalized treatment plans focusing on relapse prevention and sustainable recovery strategies.
What is EMDR therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a specialized therapy for processing traumatic memories, reducing emotional distress, and developing healthier perspectives through bilateral stimulation techniques.
How long are counseling sessions?
Initial appointments last 75-80 minutes, while regular follow-up sessions are 45-50 minutes, allowing comprehensive care tailored to individual therapeutic needs.
What if I need emergency help?
For mental health emergencies, please call 9-1-1 or visit your nearest emergency room. Our regular counseling services operate by scheduled appointments only.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us at 828-692-8097 to schedule your initial consultation. We offer flexible appointment options to accommodate your mental health treatment needs.
