Theresa Shultz, LCSW
LCSW supporting recovery and life changes
- Recovery experience
- Warm and direct
- Flexible online sessions
About Theresa Shultz
Theresa Shultz is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina, holding the license NC LCSW C007719. The LCSW credential identifies her as a trained clinician qualified to provide psychotherapy and clinical social work services. She brings both professional training and personal experience to her work - she is a survivor and has been in recovery for 30 years, and she speaks from a perspective shaped by family life as a mother of three, grandmother to four, and great-grandmother to four.
Theresa has provided therapy in a variety of roles across different settings and with many populations. She has supported people managing depression, anxiety, addiction, anger, grief and loss, trauma, and relationship conflicts, among other concerns. Her practice emphasizes practical tools and collaborative goal setting, tailored to each person’s unique situation.
Her therapeutic style is warm and attentive yet direct and honest. She aims to be non-judgmental while offering support and concrete strategies rather than telling clients how to live. Working together as a team, she helps identify goals and the steps needed to reach them, and adapts the pace of therapy to each person’s readiness and needs. Depending on goals, she incorporates short-term solution-focused techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), mindfulness practices, and Motivational Interviewing. She invites people to explore change with practical guidance and steady support.
Theresa has provided therapy in a variety of roles across different settings and with many populations. She has supported people managing depression, anxiety, addiction, anger, grief and loss, trauma, and relationship conflicts, among other concerns. Her practice emphasizes practical tools and collaborative goal setting, tailored to each person’s unique situation.
Her therapeutic style is warm and attentive yet direct and honest. She aims to be non-judgmental while offering support and concrete strategies rather than telling clients how to live. Working together as a team, she helps identify goals and the steps needed to reach them, and adapts the pace of therapy to each person’s readiness and needs. Depending on goals, she incorporates short-term solution-focused techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), mindfulness practices, and Motivational Interviewing. She invites people to explore change with practical guidance and steady support.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Communication problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPhobiasProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Theresa Shultz have?
Theresa Shultz has 16 years of experience.
Is Theresa Shultz a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW. License details: NC LCSW C007719.
In which languages does Theresa Shultz provide therapy?
Theresa provides therapy in English.
Where is Theresa Shultz located?
Theresa is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Theresa Shultz as my therapist?
You can work with Theresa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Theresa Shultz work with international clients?
Theresa Shultz does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Theresa Shultz cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Theresa integrates evidence-based methods into online therapy to meet practical needs and life demands. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop strategies to change behaviors and emotional responses - it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness techniques to reduce reactivity and improve coping with difficult emotions - it can be helpful for trauma responses, rumination, and stress management. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that supports people who are ambivalent about change - it is frequently used in work around addiction and behavior change.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Theresa works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This partnership helps tailor care in a way that feels manageable and relevant.
Online therapy with Theresa offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter exchanges are possible via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from wherever the client is located within the therapist's service area.