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David N. Buchanan, Jr. is a graduate of UNC-Greensboro and holds a Master’s of Social Work Degree from North Carolina Central University. David is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 18 years of professional experience. He is also a Certified Hypotherapist. David is a Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. With over 18 years of experience, David has helped hundreds Improve their relationships Overcome depression Improve communication Decrease anger and so much more. [Read More]

Byron has been with Presbyterian Counseling Center since 2015. He is a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Byron specializes in working with patients of all ages as individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing problems relate to a variety of personal, professional and relational issues. His services include: Relationships & Family Pre-marital & Marriage counseling Depression, anxiety, and anger Life transition issues (death, divorce, & career changes) Personal development and self-care Mindfulness and Health Integration of Spirituality in counseling as desired [Read More]

LaVerne Hanes Collins holds a BS in Management and Communications from Syracuse University, an M.S. Ed. in Community Counseling from Duquesne University, and a PhD in Christian Counseling from South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary. She has over 20 years clinical experience and holds interests in the areas of anxiety, time-management, depression, trauma, stage of life issues and adjustments problems, career and vocational concerns, domestic violence and abuse, and couples issues (including marriage, divorce, infidelity, remarriage and blended family concerns). Specifically, LaVerne has a passion for diverse populations and multicultural interests. She is sensitive to the challenges faced by women of color in today’s society and the unfortunate stigma often associated with counseling among diverse racial, ethnic and cultural groups. LaVerne understands that sharing one’s problems with a stranger is an act of courage, and she strives to always create a safe space for those courageous conversations with clients to happen. LaVerne is a proponent of bio-psycho-social-spiritual health and enjoys seeing clients benefit from whole-person, integrative approaches to wellness. Her primary therapeutic modality is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients examine how their underlying beliefs shape their thoughts, feelings and actions. She sometimes uses Narrative Therapy to help clients write and rewrite their stories. LaVerne is also trained through Level 3 in Gottman Therapy Methods for couples counseling. Finally, and most importantly, LaVerne believes that every life has a God-given purpose and each of us is uniquely equipped by God for the fulfillment of that purpose. LaVerne describes her purpose as “helping people develop and embrace new responses to life.” Sometimes these new responses are in relation to our situations, ourselves, our relationships, or to the Lord and His Word. She believes that God’s Word holds the key to those new responses, and in the power of His might, we can thrive in newness of life! Prior to moving to North Carolina to serve as Program Director and Interim Vice President for the National Board of Certified Counselors Foundation and Professional Services Division, LaVerne owned and managed an Atlanta-based private practice and clinical training agency. She and her husband are both ordained ministers and are active in leadership as associate ministers in their local church in Greensboro. [Read More]

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina (#A12555) and a Nationally Certified Counselor (#755762). I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from UNC Chapel Hill and a Master of Science degree in Counseling from UNC Greensboro. I completed a counseling internship at Wake Forest University during my master’s program. I received my Doctor of Philosophy degree at UNC Greensboro, specializing in Sport and Exercise Psychology. I value helping clients resolve current concerns, as well as past issues that can impact daily life. I use Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Solution-Focused Therapy frameworks and techniques to help clients work toward making and maintaining positive changes. My services include individual counseling for adults and adolescents. My interests and training include, but are not limited to, the following areas: Anxiety (e.g., general, social, performance) Depression Relational Concerns Stress Management Self-Esteem Concerns Developmental Transitions/Adjustment Concerns Identity/Role Changes In addition to general counseling sessions, I work with athletes to address both sport performance concerns and life issues. I have experience working with athletes across different age groups and competitive levels in areas including, but not limited to, the following: Athletic Performance Concerns Sport-Related Anxiety, Depression, Anger, etc. Perfectionism in Sport Performance Anxiety Identity Concerns (role changes, injury, etc.) [Read More]

Cheri Dawson is a native of North Carolina. She attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Leisure Studies/Therapeutic Recreation. She also attended American University (Washington, DC), where she earned a Master of Arts in Psychology, and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she earned a Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling and Psychology. Cheri is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in North Carolina and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC). Over the past 17 years, Cheri has worked in human services, in settings including public mental health, community and recreation settings, hospitals, and private counseling practice. Over the past eight years, Cheri’s work has been focused on individual and group counseling. Cheri currently provides counseling services for individuals, ages 18-64. She enjoys providing counseling for individuals dealing with anxiety, life transitions/adjustment issues, and depression or mood concerns. Cheri strives to provide a comfortable counseling environment filled with compassion and encouragement, and utilizes a variety of counseling methods to meet clients’ needs. Cheri has training and knowledge in a variety of counseling methods, including the use of mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and progressive counting. [Read More]