Business Details
Trauma-Informed Counseling Services in Charlotte, NC
Mended Counseling creates space for healing that honors the complexity of individual experiences. Founded on principles of trauma-informed care and cultural responsiveness, we specialize in Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Brainspotting, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address trauma, burnout, and emotional wounds. Our clinicians prioritize marginalized communities, offering therapy that centers BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and neurodiverse identities.With over a decade of combined experience in mental health, our team employs somatic and evidence-based approaches to help clients reframe patterns, build self-compassion, and achieve lasting emotional regulation. We maintain strict ethical standards through licensure (LCSW, LMHC) and continuous professional development, ensuring services remain grounded in clinical excellence and client-centered care.
Services
Internal Family Systems
EMDR Therapy
Brainspotting
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Sound Healing
Journaling Classes
Psychotherapy
Group Therapy
Consultation
Virtual Sessions
Highlights and features
- We specialize in trauma-informed care for marginalized communities
- Our clinicians hold advanced mental health licensures (LCSW, LMHC)
- We integrate somatic therapies with evidence-based approaches
- Culturally responsive care centered on BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ needs
- We offer complementary sound healing and journaling sessions
Services
Internal Family Systems
Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps clients understand and harmonize their internal 'parts' that hold trauma or protective mechanisms. This approach fosters self-leadership by building compassionate relationships with these inner aspects. Particularly effective for complex trauma and identity struggles, IFS promotes emotional regulation without requiring detailed trauma narratives.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR uses bilateral stimulation to reprocess stuck traumatic memories, reducing their emotional intensity. This evidence-based method addresses PTSD, anxiety, and phobias through guided eye movements that help the brain complete interrupted healing processes. Clients often experience relief without verbally recounting traumatic events.
Brainspotting
Brainspotting accesses trauma stored in the body through specific eye positions, facilitating nervous system regulation. This non-verbal approach helps clients release emotional blocks by following physical sensations and implicit memories. Particularly beneficial for wordless trauma and chronic tension patterns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
CBT identifies and transforms harmful thought patterns underlying anxiety and depression. Our trauma-informed approach combines cognitive restructuring with mindfulness practices to build emotional resilience. Sessions focus on practical tools for managing stress while honoring clients' lived experiences.
Sound Healing
Sound Healing combines vibrational therapy with guided journaling to process emotions non-verbally. These sessions use calming tones to regulate the nervous system, followed by reflective writing to integrate insights. Provides complementary support for clients needing alternatives to traditional talk therapy.
People
Evonne Jenkins-Hough
Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with expertise in trauma recovery and cultural competence. Specializes in helping clients navigate identity struggles through Internal Family Systems therapy.
Tunisia Lumpford
Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker focusing on marginalized communities. Uses EMDR and somatic approaches to address intergenerational trauma and emotional overwhelm in BIPOC clients.
Lakeysha Sawyer
Therapist
Master of Social Work professional specializing in LGBTQIA+ mental health. Combines Brainspotting with cultural humility to support clients navigating systemic oppression and identity exploration.
Infiniti McCallum
Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate focusing on neurodiverse populations. Employs trauma-informed CBT to help clients develop emotional regulation skills while honoring diverse cognitive experiences.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
We use Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Brainspotting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and somatic approaches tailored to individual needs.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, and Medicaid plans including AmeriHealth Caritas and WellCare.
Are sessions available virtually?
We offer secure virtual therapy across North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, and Washington D.C.
How do you support marginalized clients?
Our therapists center BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and neurodiverse experiences with cultural humility, avoiding assumptions about client identities.
What if therapy didn't help before?
We honor past therapy experiences by creating safe spaces with trauma-informed approaches that respect client pacing and boundaries.
