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Your Trusted Partner for Holistic Mental Health Therapy Solutions
At Blue Sage Counseling and Wellness, we specialize in holistic mental health therapy designed to address anxiety, depression, and trauma through evidence-based practices. Founded on the belief that healing arises from mind-body connection and authentic relationships, our approach emphasizes personalized care to help clients rewrite unhelpful narratives and reclaim their lives. With 15 years of experience in Charlotte, NC, our licensed therapists utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to foster self-worth, improve relationships, and restore confidence.We prioritize natural healing pathways while respecting the role of medication when appropriate, ensuring clients feel empowered to navigate challenges with sustainable tools. Our commitment to client-centered care has earned recognition for compassionate, tailored support that addresses both immediate struggles and long-term well-being.
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Therapy
Mindfulness Practices
EMDR Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Boundary Setting
Highlights and features
- 15 years of experience in holistic mental health therapy
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- EMDR-trained clinicians for trauma resolution
- Focus on natural healing and minimizing medication reliance
- Compassionate approach emphasizing self-worth and connection
What people say
Life changing
Fantastic
Instrumental in healing
Warm and engaging
Personalized counseling
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Our anxiety treatment combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness practices to address root causes while building coping strategies. Clients learn to reframe negative thought patterns and develop grounding techniques for long-term relief. Our personalized approach ensures tailored interventions aligned with individual triggers and lifestyle needs.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing helps clients process traumatic memories through guided eye movements and cognitive restructuring. This evidence-based method reduces emotional distress and fosters adaptive coping mechanisms, particularly effective for PTSD and complex trauma survivors.
Depression Therapy
Our depression therapy integrates value-based work and behavioral activation to combat hopelessness. Clients explore self-worth, establish healthy routines, and rebuild motivation through structured goal-setting and compassionate self-inquiry techniques.
Holistic Wellness
This approach combines therapeutic journaling, spiritual guidance, and environmental toxin reduction to support total well-being. Clients learn mind-body connections to address stress, improve sleep, and create sustainable lifestyle changes for mental and physical health.
Boundary Setting
We teach practical communication strategies to establish healthy boundaries in personal and professional relationships. Through role-play and real-life scenarios, clients develop assertiveness, conflict resolution, and self-advocacy skills to enhance mutual respect and reduce emotional strain.
People
Ashley Francis
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
With 15 years of experience in Charlotte, Ashley specializes in holistic mental health therapy. She focuses on mind-body connection and believes healing happens through self-compassion and meaningful relationships. Her approach combines evidence-based methods with personalized care to address anxiety, trauma, and self-worth issues.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma treatment using CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, and holistic approaches tailored to individual needs.
How is your approach different from traditional therapy?
Our holistic methods integrate mind-body connection and alternative therapies alongside evidence-based practices, focusing on root causes rather than symptoms.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide superbill receipts for out-of-network insurance reimbursement but do not directly bill insurance providers.
What happens during the first session?
The initial session focuses on building trust, discussing your history, and creating a customized treatment plan aligned with your goals.
How long does treatment typically last?
Most clients see significant progress in 3 months, with sessions structured around your comfort and pace of healing.
Are there options for virtual sessions?
Yes, we offer secure Zoom consultations and therapy sessions for flexibility and accessibility.
