Ava Baker, LCMHC, NC | Psychotherapist

About Ava Baker

Focus areas

Asperger's Syndrome

Coping Mechanism Development

Stress

Autism

Insomnia

Work-Related Counseling

Behavioral Problems

Peer Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Eclectic

Structural Family Therapy

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Ava Baker

I recognize that starting therapy can be a difficult decision. Congratulation on taking the first step in improving your daily life. I take the approach that everyone has the ability to gain control of life deal with life stressors and reach out for help when needed. I work with adolescents and adults in dealing with life transitions, anxiety, depression and grief. My first priority is provide you with a safe and supportive environment to talk and process issues that are negatively affecting your life. My approach I utilize a wide range of therapeutic techniques. These include but are not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, recognizing that change comes from within. My focus I work with adolescents, teenagers and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Dealing with life transitions and phase of life can affect everyone including "more mature" adults. My goals is to assist with create goals to improve daily life and upcoming years. My communication style Communication is important in daily life and all relationships. One of the most important aspects of communication is listening. I strive to be an empathetic and compassionate listener so that I can assist you with processing thoughts and behaviors and create strategies for a healthier state of being. My journey to mental healthcare I became a therapist after several life struggles and a long career as an elementary teacher. I experienced the loss of a spouse and raising a special child. Through all my life experiences, I developed a desire to help others find peace and happiness in life. My greatest reward as a therapist is seeing my clients gain the skills to live today, plan for tomorrow, and love themselves. My goals for you My approach includes working with you to address your struggles and assist you with creating goals that can help decrease problems.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - North Carolina

Education and training

Grand Canyon University, Master’s in Professional Counseling

NPI number

1366954331

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Ava Baker?

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Is Ava Baker accepting new patients?

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What practice does Ava Baker work with?

Ava Baker works with Rula Health - North Carolina.

What are common reasons for patients to see Ava Baker?

Ava Baker frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Ava Baker on their profile.