COUNSELING & THERAPY
LOCATED IN WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NORTH CAROLINA
SERVING THE GREATER WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA AREA

ABOUT US
When we opened the doors to Arise, the intention was to establish a practice that could offer the Wilmington community help with life's challenges from a team of highly-skilled and educated therapists.
Educated in a range of modern health philosophies and experienced in the treatment of a range of mental health concerns, individuals will receive the help they need from a professional team of women with extensive mental health training and education.

Taylor Helms MSW, LCSW
“These things will be hard, but we can do hard things” - Glennon Doyle
Taylor enjoys working with college students, young adults, and adults who feel stuck in their lives, perhaps due to negative thoughts and beliefs about themselves or patterns of behavior that are no longer serving them. Taylor offers an empathetic, genuine, and personable approach to sessions and welcomes humor and laughter along the way. She specializes in treating anxiety and stress associated with life transitions, attachment issues, and effects of trauma or stressful life events.
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Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
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College & Other Major Life Transitions
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PTSD & Trauma
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Anxiety Disorders
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Depression
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Attachment Issues
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Stress Management
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EMDR Trained

Melissa Carr MSW, LCSW-A
"Providing a safe space to navigate the challenges of life."
Melissa enjoys working with adolescents, young adults and adults. Melissa strives to create a safe therapeutic space for clients to navigate the challenges of life. She enjoys working with those struggling with depression, anxiety, self esteem and body image.
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Depression
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Anxiety Disorders
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Stress Management
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Self Esteem & Identity Issues
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MATCH Certified Therapist

Rachael Hodge LPA, LCAS
"Supporting balance and personal growth."
Rachael enjoys working with adults and young adults who have high aspirations but find themselves feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or struggling with motivation. Rachael’s calm and non-judgmental nature makes her easy to talk to, even when things get tough. She enjoys working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, substance use, and stress.
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Adults and Young Adults
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Stress Management
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Anxiety Disorders
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Depression
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Self-Esteem
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Substance Use and Recovery
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CBT

Anna Salino-Hugg LCSW, LISW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Reclaim your life.
Monica Flores De Valgaz, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Anna is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She enjoys helping people pursue meaningful self-
identified goal and develop healthy coping skills and personal boundaries. She enjoys helping
people reclaim their lives despite stressors and other difficult circumstances. Anna specializes in
working with adults who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, insomnia, stress, and other
life challenges. Anna is particularly interested in the relationship between physical health and
mental health, and she strives to help people develop a balanced and healthy lifestyle.
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Young adults, adults, older adults
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Mood Disorders
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Anxiety Disorders
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Stress Management
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Insomnia and sleep-related issues
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Trauma-informed
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CBT

Stefanie Roback MSSW, LCSW, LCAS
Owner/Founder
"Breaking the need to be perfect and embracing what is out of our control"
Stefanie loves to work with young adults and adults who struggle with the need to control or who feel stuck in the perfection cycle. Stefanie brings a calm, down to earth energy with a touch of humor. She really enjoys working with those struggling with food & body image concerns, social anxiety & other stress and anxiety.
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Disordered Eating & Body Image Concerns
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Anxiety, Stress + OCD
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Self-Esteem & Identity Issues
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Professionals and Business Owners
"Cultivating compassion and clarifying values."
Monica enjoys working with adolescents and young adults who are hoping to live a more authentic life. In session, Monica pairs compassion and empathy with humor to create a safe and supportive environment for personal growth. She enjoys working with individuals struggling with various life transitions, anxiety, and self-esteem issues.
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Anxiety disorders
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Self-esteem & Identity Issues
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Disordered Eating & Body Image Concerns
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Stress Management
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College student life
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EMDR trained

Arise Counseling and Therapy is focused on walking with people through difficulties, through wonderings and through joy to find freedom within themselves. Integrity, confidentiality and providing a safe space is of the utmost importance to us.
A FEW OF OUR THERAPIST'S SPECIALTIES
LET'S CHAT
Feel free to text, call or email with any questions, to book an appointment or for a consultation. I look forward to chatting with you!
PHONE: text or call
910-408-2302
ADDRESS
530 Causeway Dr. Suite A2
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480

But taking her by the hand he called, saying, “Child, arise.” Luke 8:54
