The Team
Therapy in Wilmington, North Carolina
Melissa Carr LCSW
Rachael Hodge
LPA, LCAS
Anna Salino-Hugg
LCSW
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
Supporting balance and personal growth.
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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
Reclaim your life
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Young adults, adults, older adults
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Insomnia and sleep-related issues
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Mood Disorders
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Anxiety Disorders
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Stress Management
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Trauma-informed
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CBT
see below to read more about each therapist

Stefanie Roback MSSW, LCSW, LCAS
Founder
specialties
Breaking the need to be perfect and embracing what is out of our control.
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Disordered Eating & Body Image Concerns
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
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Anxiety Disorders
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Self-Esteem & Identity Issues
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Substance Use Concerns
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Clinical Supervision for LCSW-A's
Stefanie earned her Clinical Master’s of Science in Social Work degree from Columbia University in New York City.
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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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
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, M.A, LCMHCA, NCC
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
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EMDR Trained
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.
910-941-0160

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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Young Adults, Adults (18+)
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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 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.
melissa@arisecounselingandtherapy.com
910-441-3800


Rachael Hodge LPA, LCAS
specialties
Supporting balance and personal growth.
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Adults and Young Adults (18+)
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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
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.
910 889-1520

Anna Salino-Hugg LCSW
licensed clinical social worker
Evening Appointments Available
specialties
Reclaim your life
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(16+) Young adults, adults, older adults
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Insomnia and sleep-related issues
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Mood Disorders
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Anxiety Disorders
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Stress Management
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Trauma-informed
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CBT
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.
anna@arisecounselingandtherapy.com
910-427-1687

Arise's Administrative Team

Lauren Butler MSW, LCSW-A
Billing Specialist for Arise
specialties
Lauren helps our clients navigate utilizing their insurance and securing care within their current financial situation.