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Alicia Edwards, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Alicia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Alicia. View 22 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in North Carolina

Recent reviews

Alicia has been so helpful in my journey. I live an alternative lifestyle and have ADHD. She has a way of digging right in and asking all the right questions to get me to focus on the important things. She is caring and compassionate, and has helped me navigate some of my particularly challenging situations without judgment. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed July 2023

Highly recommended!

Reviewed May 2023

More about Alicia

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I would like to commend you on this huge step that you have taken in exploring Better Help as a means of seeking assistance with working toward life improvement, wellbeing, and positive changes.

I am a therapist in a small rural community that works with kids with trauma as well as the family unit I have been licensed almost 10 years and have been working in the social work field for approximately 18 years The majority of this time working with kids with behaviors and their families. I have also worked with individual clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, anger, OCD and ADHD. I also am trainef to work with individual who have suffered from trauma.

In my work as a professional therapist. I incorporate techniques linked to CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, as well as trauma focused therapy, while maintaining this professionalism; I also incorporate humility and commonality in each session to ensure that all clients are comfortable and feel safe to receive needed help. I also follow ethical standards in every area of my professional therapy.

I strive to always meet clients where they are and provide professional services that meets their individual needs. i prefer text chat and phone session when possible.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Anger management Depression Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family problems Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Alicia Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932523982.

  • LCSW · North Carolina · C010007 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Alicia Edwards

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

22 reviews

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Alicia has been so helpful in my journey. I live an alternative lifestyle and have ADHD. She has a way of digging right in and asking all the right questions to get me to focus on the important things. She is caring and compassionate, and has helped me navigate some of my particularly challenging situations without judgment. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed July 2023

Highly recommended!

Reviewed May 2023

In just a few sessions, Alicia was able to offer priceless advice that has made a direct and positive change in my everyday life, work, and relationships. She listens, understands, and gives direct feedback without the filler. 11/10

Reviewed March 2023

Alicia has been very supportive. She listens and responds in a way that brings a fresh perspective to my issues.

Reviewed March 2023

Alicia is great in every aspect of her field and I deff enjoy working with her. shell even check in on you in-between sessions if she knows your going through something. she's awesome, id recommend her to family and friends!!

Reviewed March 2023

Alicia is always kind and understanding, and at the same time she gets right to the heart of an issue and doesn’t let me dodge the hard things. She’s very easy to talk to. I live an alternative lifestyle, she has been very helpful and non-judgmental. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed March 2023

Very pleased, the consistency. she seems to really listen to me when i talk and i look forward to talking to her. very different from my previous therapy experiences

Reviewed March 2023

Alicia is so helpful, attentive and straightforward. She holds me accountable and I usually come out with a list of things to work on which spills into other things that I haven’t even thought about. Her style matches perfectly with me. I have told several people about my experience on betterhelp and can not be more thankful for therapy in this space.

Reviewed January 2023

She has become like family honestly. She is a straight shooter and doesnt beat around the bush! She has helped me change immensely for the better ❤️

Reviewed January 2023

Definitely made me feel comfortable to open up which I don’t like to do

Reviewed November 2022

Have had therapists for years. Best I ever had

Reviewed November 2022

I’ve done a review for Alicia before but happy to do so again. Alicia has made an immeasurable difference in my life over the past year. She has been able to identify patterns in my behavior and often senses when I am having a bad day before I even say anything. I recommend her wholeheartedly!!

Reviewed August 2022

She is kind and professional.

Reviewed May 2022

Alicia has made such a difference in my life and challenges me in the best ways.

Reviewed April 2022

I feel she is the best therapist I have had in a very long time. She listens. Very honest and discuss options. She always send a message if I miss an appointment. I completely trust and appreciate Alicia

Reviewed March 2022

Alicia has helped me so much since I started counselling last summer due to overwhelming family issues. She has helped me find my voice again when it had been cut off by someone who was trying to control me by saying and doing whatever they wanted to me and making me feel like I was nothing. I have struggled on and off with anxiety/depression for years and this situation had brought more stress into my life again. Alicia helped me see I was not the villain this person was trying to make me out to be. She holds me accountable; encourages me to stand up for myself without escalating the situation, go after my goals and always checks in with me to make sure I don’t give up on my goals even when I procrastinate. She reminds me to focus on the things I can control. I am so grateful for Alicia and for the newfound confidence she helped me find which helped me get out of this long slump I have been in for the last few years and start going back to the good habits I once had.

Reviewed March 2022

Alicia has been so helpful to me! She is compassionate and empathetic but is also good at holding me accountable to attainable and realistic goals. She is very good at working with me and being a team in my therapy, instead of just telling me to do this or that. She has a broad range of experience and has practical tools that I can apply in my life to deal with my emotions. I am truly grateful for her and look forward to growing and learning more with her.

Reviewed February 2022

I can’t say enough about how happy I am about her help. Always reminding me to talk to her when I get distracted with my day to day. She helps make me a priority.

Reviewed September 2021

Alicia is unbelievably helpful. She has changed my life for the better even in the small amount of time we have been working together

Reviewed August 2021

Alicia is unlike most therapists I’ve worked with in the past. She doesn’t sugar coat and says what needs to be said even if it’s hard to hear. During my time with her, she challenged me to think outside of the box and gain new perspective on the issues I was struggling with. In between sessions, she regularly checked in with me throughout the week to see how I was doing and if I needed anything. I wholeheartedly recommend Alicia to anyone looking for an effective and attentive therapist.

Reviewed August 2021

I have never felt more strength and support from a therapist and I have tried so many. The accountability during the week is a life changer. This whole experience has already provided drastic relief and it’s the second week in. I plan on sticking with her for as long as I can/need to.

Reviewed July 2021

Alicia does a great job with making me feel that she values me and that I’m not “just another client.” She frequently checks in on how I’m doing in between visits and continue to add words of encouragement. She has great techniques that she uses during our meetings to help deal with my issues! She’s is definitely a “tell it as it is” kinda person which some times I really need! I’ve only been working with her for a short time but so far I really feel that I am cared about and that she is invested in helping me better my mental health .

Reviewed July 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Alicia Edwards offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Alicia Edwards works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Alicia Edwards speak?

Alicia Edwards speaks English.

How many years of experience does Alicia Edwards have?

Alicia Edwards has 20 years of experience.

Where is Alicia Edwards licensed to practice?

Alicia Edwards is licensed to practice in North Carolina.

Does Alicia Edwards accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Alicia Edwards accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Alicia Edwards offer?

Alicia Edwards offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Alicia Edwards?

Alicia Edwards can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Alicia Edwards?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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