Find a Therapist

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As the founder and clinical director of Krippa Family Psychological & Wellness Services I continue to feel honored to work with the individuals and families that have  trusted me and allowed me to partner with them over the years. I use the word partner for a reason as I truly feel our work in the therapy room is a partnership. My attachment focus helps me connect with clients and families to leave the chaos, anxiety, depression, and difficulties behind. Working to connect and create the peace and harmony they want in their lives. 

My 29 years experience treating children, teens, and adults gives me a unique perspective and strong background to help clients reach their full potential.  

I am grateful that you are here and am hopeful to begin a collaborative journey with you. As an LCSW it is my mission to provide a supportive and empowering environment while assisting individuals on their personal journeys through life. 

I have over ten years of experience working with children, adolescents, young adults and families with a wide range of presenting issues including anxiety, peer relationship issues, social concerns, academic/work struggles, depression, difficult family dynamics, as well as stress and life transitions. I am able to work with individuals or with groups in order to provide you with the best therapeutic approach and one you are most comfortable with. 

Together we will work on managing symptoms, building skills and changing perspectives. I believe in a client centered, strengths based approach in order to help individuals find balance, empowerment and provide a safe environment while navigating life’s challenges. 

As your counselor, my goal is to provide a warm and welcoming space. I will show up for you again and again, truly listen, and put YOU first. We will work together to identify your strengths and goals, and to overcome life’s adversities. My education is rooted in trauma; I understand the diverse impacts trauma can have on the human body and mind. I have worked with a wide array of clientele, backgrounds, and ages. My treatment specialities encompass: chronic health, trauma, self-esteem, anxiety, and depression among others. No soft voice here; just a real and relatable gal ready to listen, challenge you, and aid you in your growth.

I use a range of therapeutic techniques best suited for each individual. You are uniquely you, and your treatment should reflect that. I specialize in the treatment of chronic health conditions. Individuals of chronic health conditions often experience feelings of anxiety, and depression. Let’s work together to unpack your identity outside of your illness.

The first step of reaching out is the hardest, but I believe you are ready. I commend your bravery, and cannot wait to aid you on your journey. I greatly look forward to hearing from you.

My passion, is working together to identify your values, build understanding, and heal so you may reach your goals, We will navigate these together in a compassionate and safe space. 

I enjoy working with children to adults and offer support through individual, family, and group sessions.

 I have experience addressing anxiety, depression, OCD, behavioral issues, adjustment issues, navigating family dynamics, trauma, self-esteem, and grief and loss. I utilize various techniques and approaches based on your needs, but utilize a cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapy lens. 

If  you  are  feeling  lost,  overwhelmed,  and  hopeless, I want to offer you a safe and nonjudgmental environment to pursue your wellbeing.

As your therapist, you are my focus and we will work together to build a life that you deserve and find fulfillment in.  We will explore why we do what we do, not with judgment but with compassion. All behaviors make sense and you will gain insight to explain behaviors and learn to heal from previous hurts. There is no room for judgement in my sessions, we are learning the root causes of unskillful behaviors and how to interact in the world, develop healthy relationships, all while maintaining your needs and acting in congruence with your values. We will create goals for therapy and celebrate the successes (large or small), and continue to build on the progress.  

I have years of experience working with adolescents, family conflict, eating disorders, parenting challenges, and couples. 

My therapy style is client focused and I use a wide variety of techniques to tailor to the clients needs. 

I am a family therapist by training and use a Structural Family Therapy approach to identify the needs of the family system, identify the problematic cycles and the internal strengths, and improve the overall functioning. I can help families learn to manage the challenges of parenting adolescents with big feelings in a safe relationship that develops trust and respect. 

I teach my clients healthy coping skills with a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. You will learn how to allow space for being uncomfortable and gain confidence to be able to regulate your emotions and not let your emotions control you.  Emotional progress is not linear and I will be here with you during the ups and downs. 

Therapy is for everyone, whether you’ve experienced trauma, want to learn skills to better your relationships or regulate your own emotions and reactions. As your therapist I will meet you exactly where you are without judgement. I feel honored to walk through your life with you and learn about the events both helpful and harmful that have shaped you into who you are today. I am interested in your goals and will help you work towards them with a strengths-based approach. 

I currently have 6 years of experience in the mental health field working with trauma, ADHD, depression, anxiety, interpersonal/relational struggles and alcohol and drug addiction. I work with young children on up through adults, and will tailor our sessions to meet your specific needs. I use a combination of motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy. 

I’m excited to work with you and grow with you! 

Treats ages 13 and up & 9-13 (EMDR only)

Audrey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes every one of you is a complex, unique individual that deserves to be treated as such. Her treatment philosophy is to get to know a person well, develop a trusting relationship, and find out what specific treatment will work best for you. As an LCSW, she utilizes the medical model to initially diagnose and find a direction for treatment, then incorporates holistic treatments which respect the “whole person” perspective. She has been in practice for 10 years. Her areas of specialization include managing mood disorders, processing trauma, and helping parents & teens resolve conflict. She enjoys seeing Clients in-person or via the Telehealth/online platform.

Audrey is an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) Trained Therapist. EMDR is a psychotherapy that accelerates the treatment of a wide range of pathologies related to upsetting past traumatic events and present life conditions. To receive this certification, she underwent 1st & 2nd Training Levels, 2 years of didactic & clinical study as well as consultation under the supervision of Dr. Gary Peterson, EMDRIA Approved Consultant. Using her specialized skills as an EMDR Trained Therapist, she understands therapeutic treatment models that have been developed with an understanding of human behavior and uses EMDR to address clinical issues unique to each Client situation.

Other ways she treats presenting issues include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gestalt Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and utilization of Virtual Animal Therapy. Since the start of the Pandemic, her sphinx cat Pigglett and has become a very busy Virtual Emotional Support Animal and is available to ‘join’ in on sessions upon request. Emotional Support Animals are a wonderful tool to help (especially younger, or shy) Clients feel more comfortable talking to someone new and encourages more engagement in sessions.

Whether you dream of living free from the damaging effects of a traumatic event (childhood or recent) using the highly specialized and clinically effective Eye Movement Desensitization Processing therapy, want to better manage a Mood or Personality Disorder, get along better with your children (and children with your parents), want to make more non-toxic friendships, want to help your children and teens participate in therapy more by making use of a Virtual Emotional Support Cat, learn how to have a loving and stable adult relationship, be able do “adulting,” and above all be able to experience more joy in your life- I am confident I can help you reach any and all of those goals. Let’s start today. 

Affiliations:
North Carolina First Responders Network, Operation Enduring Freedom VII Veteran, Triangle Bipolar Support Group – Organizer

As your therapist, I will create a warm and safe environment where you are able to feel heard and understood. We will gain insight on your core beliefs, interrupt unhelpful thinking patterns, identify goals and begin to heal and build a life for you to grow.

I approach sessions in a client focused lens and tailor sessions to the client’s needs. I enjoy working with children and adolescents ages 3-18 as well as run groups in our intensive outpatient program. I have a history of working with anxiety, depression, interpersonal troubles, OCD, adjustment, and behavioral issues.

I look forward to working with you and walking along side you on this journey!

My passion for helping others started early on and as a teenager I decided that I wanted to become a therapist

so that I could make a difference in others’ lives. Today I have over 20 years of experience working with

individuals of all ages from diverse backgrounds in a variety of therapeutic settings.

As a therapist I believe that the most important aspect of my job is offering a safe, nonjudgmental space

where we can talk through past experiences, identify successes and challenges, and work toward your goals,

whatever they may be. I believe that there is something powerful in sharing your story and feeling heard and

understood. Every individual is different, so I utilize an open-minded, eclectic approach to empower clients in

finding their own path. I have training and experience in several different types of therapy, but my go-to

strategies are rooted in Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Structural Family Therapy

(SFT), Strength-Based Therapy, and the practice of Mindfulness.

As a counselor, one value that I hold high is diversity. I love working with clients of all ages and different backgrounds. When working with clients, I want to create a safe space for those who feel they have never had one.  Counseling is not something that is to be feared but embraced through therapeutic partnership. As a counselor, creating awareness can be such an empowering tool, which is what I would like to teach you.  As a counselor, I incorporate many different techniques and skills to best serve YOU! Throughout the therapeutic process, you and I will collaborate to create goals to help reach your desired outcomes.  I look forward to working with you throughout your therapeutic journey! 

 As a therapist I hope to create a safe and welcoming environment for people to feel comfortable sharing their life experiences with me. I aim to provide a service that is beneficial for you because your well-being is important to me. I do not intend to judge or control your life, for each step made in our sessions will be based on your participation and readiness. Counseling is an experience in which you (the client) and I (the therapist) will work together to resolve and process any life struggles including emotional and relationship issues, life transitions, and develop problem-solving skills. In our sessions we may discuss your concerns and create goals that may require some outside of session work or practice. I offer individual counseling in addition to the teen groups run in our intensive outpatient program. I enjoy working with adolescents and teens ages 8-18 years and I have experience working with young adults, parents and families. I have worked with individuals with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ODD, mood disorders, and behavioral issues. I hope to meet you soon and I can support you as you strive to thrive.  

As a clinical social worker, it is my goal to work with you on your endeavors. Whether that may be healing from trauma, working through life’s challenges, or gaining skills, I am here for you. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults with trauma, depression, anxiety, behavioral concerns, parenting, and adoption. I integrate a few different approaches, including CBT, behaviorism, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy. 

My experience working with individuals, families, and groups has taught me that each person has a unique experience. I work with all my clients from a strengths-based approach with you at the center. As the client, you are the expert on your experiences, and we will work together to develop helpful and healthy coping skills and manage life’s challenges in a safe and nonjudgmental environment.

Jamie Wiles RN, MSN, PMHNP-BC

As a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I work with children, adolescents, adults, and

families to provide psychiatric care utilizing medications, complementary and alternative medicine, and

lifestyle modification strategies. I will work with individuals to establish goals for care and an individual

path of care. I have experience in treating individuals with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychosis,

ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Eating Disorders, and substance use struggles. It is my goal for the

individuals I serve to play an active role in decision making and strategizing related to their care to make

sure it is person-centered.

What is an intern and how do they differ from licensed clinicians?

Interns and practicum students are completing their graduate degree in Psychology,  Social Work or Marriage and Family Therapy. They are not yet licensed and work under the supervision of our Clinical Director, their University Graduate Professor, as well as a post-doctoral graduate student.  Interns are required to complete a specific number of supervised 1:1 clinical hours and may be required to audio or video tape 3 sessions total per semester. The benefit of working with an intern is that they are in University Programs learning the latest counseling and treatment techniques. They are well supervised and they see clients on a very reduced fee schedule of $15-$50/session. 

 I view counseling as a journey. My goal is to walk beside you during this journey. Each person has individual strengths and together we will build on your strengths to work towards fulfilling your goals. This journey is centered around the client in a compassionate, nonjudgmental, safe, and empathic environment. I am honored to have this opportunity to witness the growth in each client and I am excited to grow with you!