Courtenay McFarlin

As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA #A22711) in North Carolina, National Certified Counselor (NCC), and pre-certified pastoral psychotherapist, I come alongside individuals, couples, and families with compassion and care. My work integrates clinical counseling, psychology, neuroscience, and Christian spirituality to support meaningful and lasting healing.My background includes a Master of Divinity from Gardner-Webb School of Divinity, a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. I have also served in various capacities of ministry for the last twenty years. In my free time, I enjoy listening to podcasts and audiobooks, spending time with my family, and chasing sunsets and good coffee. My ApproachI work with children (ages 8+), teens, adults, couples, and families using a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems therapy, narrative therapy, family systems therapy, and play therapy while incorporating elements of The Life Model. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, relationship challenges, ADHD, and challenges related to faith, church-hurt, and spiritual abuse . I provide pre-marital counseling services utilizing SYMBIS and work with couples, parents, and families who are struggling with relationship conflicts and communication.