Meet Our Hickory, NC Trauma Therapy Team.

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Direct Line: 980 399 7055 

Direct E-mail: bmichelsen@traumatherapyofthecarolinas.com

Hello! My name is Brooke Michelsen. 

I am available on-site Monday-Tuesday and virtual Wednesday-Friday.

• I hold a Bachelor of Social Work from Meredith College in Raleigh, NC
• I hold a Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina.
• I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of North Carolina

Starting therapy or returning to therapy can feel difficult or uncomfortable. My aim is to foster an environment of safety, openness, and authenticity to allow for greater progress towards a fulfilling, happy life. I offer individuals the tools to empower them to achieve goals and make meaningful decisions in their lives. You are the expert in your own life and I’m here as a support through your journey. I view therapy as a place to be curious and explore new ideas, exercises, or coping strategies in a nonjudgmental environment. I utilize a variety of clinical approaches to address individual’s needs.

These techniques and modalities include:

• Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• EMDR trained professional
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• Trauma Focused Interventions
• Mindfulness
• Solution-Focused Interventions
• Crisis Prevention Planning
• Strengths Based

I have five years of experience working with those who have experienced various trauma in their lives. I enjoy working with adults and older adolescences (16+). My areas of expertise include working with individuals who have experienced:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Domestic or sexual violence
• Interpersonal Relationship Challenges
• Developmental and Complex Trauma
• Stress
• Self Esteem

I currently live in the mountains of North Carolina. I enjoy spending time outside hiking, searching for waterfalls, and gardening. I love healthy cooking and spending time with family and friends.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Direct Line:    828-707-9756

Direct E-mail: aveltri@traumatherapyofthecarolinas.com

Hi! My name is Angela Veltri. 

I am available on-site:

Wednesdays through Friday,

and offer virtual services on Monday and Tuesday. 

· I hold a Bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in counseling from Waynesburg University 

· I hold a Master’s in clinical mental health counseling from Waynesburg University

· I have my provisional license in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (LCMHCA)

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming for anyone. 

It is important for me to make you feel comfortable and safe from the first session. 

Therapy is a space free of judgement where you can express what is causing you difficulty. 

I want to support your in your journey in healing from difficult experiences,

and empower your autonomy as an individual. 

In addition, I want to provide tools and information that help you gain understanding about yourself. 

Therapy can help a person to find positive meaning about themselves, and those around us. 

As a therapist, I use an eclectic approach in treatment. 

These modalities include:

· Cognitive behavioral therapy 

· Solution focused therapy

· Strength-based 

· Person-centered theory

· Crisis prevention

I have two years of therapy experience and have worked with people who have experienced trauma at various stages of life. I enjoy working with people of all ages, including children (eight 

and up). 

My specialties in working with these individuals include:

· Anxiety

· Depression

· PTSD and trauma

· Unhealthy relationships

· Stress 

· Improving self-esteem 

Outside of the therapy space, I enjoy reading, running, and hiking in the woods and mountains. 

I love spending time with family, friends, and my two dogs.