About Us
Alicia McArthur, MA, LCMHC
For almost 20 years, I have walked with clients as they heal and grow through different seasons and struggles. It has been (and continues to be) a great privilege that clients choose to walk in to my office and be vulnerable, and trust me to care for them in challenging times.
My credentials: I received my BA in Communication and French from Wake Forest University, and my MA in Counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, Massachusetts. I have been working in the mental health field since 2002, and have been a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (formerly Licensed Professional Counselor) in the state of North Carolina since August 26, 2005 (License #5019). In August of 2013, I became a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (License #S5019). Prior to starting my own private practice, I worked at the Mecklenburg County Jail, and in both the outpatient department and emergency department of CMC-Randolph (now known as Atrium Behavioral Health).
On a personal note, I am a mom of 3 children and a wife, which keeps me busy outside of work! The gardening metaphor is near to my heart since some of my own “therapy” involves getting my hands in the dirt in my garden where I see the fruit of all the seeds I plant.
What you can expect from me
I believe that all individuals are unique and valuable, and I treat all of my clients with compassion, respect and acceptance. In our sessions, you can expect that I will teach you different coping strategies, explore your story with you, and identify points of healing or growth as well as steps towards those goals. I often ask my clients to do small assignments between sessions - I think it's important for client to take steps towards their goals outside of sessions and we will work together to determine those
Simply put: my style is straight-forward, practical, validating and collaborative. It is influenced by elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, existential therapy, systems theory, narrative therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I am also certified in EMDR through the EMDR International Association.