
The Team
Your choosing to take time to focus on yourself, to find or return to who you are, to cope in healthier ways, is such an incredible step. We are honored to have the chance to work alongside you in that.

Stefanie Roback MSSW, LCSW, LCAS
Founder & Therapist
specialties
Breaking the need to be perfect and embracing what is out of our control.
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Clinical Supervision for LCSW-A's
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Disordered Eating & Body Image Concerns
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Anxiety Disorders
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Self-Esteem & Identity Issues
Stefanie earned her Clinical Master’s of Science in Social Work degree from Columbia University in New York City and a B.S.W. degree from North Carolina State University in Raleigh, graduating as valedictorian of her class.
Stef loves to work with young adults and adults who struggle with the need to control or who feel stuck in the perfection cycle. Stef 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.
910-408-2302
Taylor Helms MSW, LCSW
licensed clinical social worker
“These things will be hard, but we can do hard things” -- Glennon Doyle
specialties
Providing support during life transitions & stressors
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Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
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College & Other Major Life Transitions
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Anxiety Disorders
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Depression
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Unhealthy Boundaries
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Stress Management
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EMDR Trained
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.
910-218-2634


Monica Flores De Valgaz, MA
Beginning in Late Summer - Join Her Waitlist Below!
specialties
Cultivating compassion and clarifying values
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Adolescents, young adults, adults
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College student life
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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
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.

Melissa Carr MSW, LCSW-A
licensed clinical social worker associate
Evening Appointments Available
specialties
Providing a safe space to navigate the challenges of life.
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Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
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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
melissa@arisecounselingandtherapy.com
910-441-3800


Lauren Butler MSW, LCSW-A
Pregnancy, Postpartum, & New Mom Therapist
specialties
Walking alongside women in their motherhood journey
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Pregnancy & Postpartum Mental Health
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New Mothers
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Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs)
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Relationship Difficulties
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Postpartum Rage
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Traumatic Birth Experiences
Lauren is kind, compassionate and empathetic. She approaches her clients with relatability and humor! Lauren is a licensed clinical social worker associate with a background in working with both children and with pregnant and postpartum mothers.
Arise's Administrative Team

Angel Archer MSW
Creative Outreach + Client Connections Coordinator
910-408-2302
specialties
Establishing connections with Arise clients & within the community
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Scheduling Clients
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Helping Clients Find Their Therapeutic Fit
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Providing Resources
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Creative Outreach
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Social Media/Creative Coordinator
