Teresia Hood, LISW

Teresia Hood, LISW

Psychotherapist
SC
My name is Teresia Medley-Hood. I’m licensed in NC, SC and OK. I am pending licensure in TX, CA and GA. My approach to practice begins with YOU! I’m committed to providing a non-judgmental, empathetic, supportive and empowering approach to therapy. My focus areas of practice include individuals suffering with depression, dementia, Alzheimer’s, bipolar, anger, anxiety, panic attacks, aging, and relationship issues. My modality of treatment includes adults, elderly and couples. My approach I employ evidence based approaches to include EMDR, CBT, Solution-focused, Cognitive Stimulation and behavioral therapies. My focus I treat individuals and couples who are experiencing issues with communication, depression, anxiety, anger, panic disorder, bipolar, aging and trauma. My communication style I create a positive and supportive environment for my clients where they can be themselves without criticism or judgement. Working with me in a collaborative relationship, you will feel empowered and confident in knowing that you have obtained the necessary tools and strategies needed to face and ultimately overcome many of life’s challenges. My journey to mental healthcare I have over 20 years of formal and informal training. I attended Salem College and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology. I also attended University of North Carolina at Greensboro and North Carolina A&T University and received a Master’s Degree in Social Work. I conducted my internship at Forsyth County Department of Social Services. As a result, this is where my passion developed for providing needed mental health support to individuals, families and couples. I am driven by your success to achieve your goals. My goals for you I approach goal setting in an environment that is conducive for You. I will listen to understand and provide open and honest feedback to your issues while establishing, in collaboration with you, your identified goals and objectives.
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About Teresia Hood

Focus areas

Anger Management
Depression
Stress
Anxiety
Life Transition
Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Couples

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Eclectic
Motivational Interviewing
EMDR
Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Teresia Hood

My name is Teresia Medley-Hood. I’m licensed in NC, SC and OK. I am pending licensure in TX, CA and GA. My approach to practice begins with YOU! I’m committed to providing a non-judgmental, empathetic, supportive and empowering approach to therapy. My focus areas of practice include individuals suffering with depression, dementia, Alzheimer’s, bipolar, anger, anxiety, panic attacks, aging, and relationship issues. My modality of treatment includes adults, elderly and couples. My approach I employ evidence based approaches to include EMDR, CBT, Solution-focused, Cognitive Stimulation and behavioral therapies. My focus I treat individuals and couples who are experiencing issues with communication, depression, anxiety, anger, panic disorder, bipolar, aging and trauma. My communication style I create a positive and supportive environment for my clients where they can be themselves without criticism or judgement. Working with me in a collaborative relationship, you will feel empowered and confident in knowing that you have obtained the necessary tools and strategies needed to face and ultimately overcome many of life’s challenges. My journey to mental healthcare I have over 20 years of formal and informal training. I attended Salem College and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology. I also attended University of North Carolina at Greensboro and North Carolina A&T University and received a Master’s Degree in Social Work. I conducted my internship at Forsyth County Department of Social Services. As a result, this is where my passion developed for providing needed mental health support to individuals, families and couples. I am driven by your success to achieve your goals. My goals for you I approach goal setting in an environment that is conducive for You. I will listen to understand and provide open and honest feedback to your issues while establishing, in collaboration with you, your identified goals and objectives.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Stress Management
Therapy
Worry
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Mood Swings
Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of North Carolina, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, Master's in Social Work
  • Salem College (Bachelor's)
  • Forsyth County Department of Social Services (Internship)

NPI number

1730330689

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

What languages does Teresia Hood speak?

Teresia Hood speaks English.

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