Adrianne Melton

-You sometimes fall into the trap of perfectionism and people-pleasing, but still feel like you’re not measuring up. -You may begin to feel like an imposter in a life that no longer seems to belong to you. -You might feel that your life is upside down and you have no idea what to do to get right side up again. -You may struggle with depression, anxiety, loneliness, and confusion. Hello and welcome! I help people who’ve discovered that they have outgrown the lives they’ve created find the most authentic versions of themselves. I love serving as a compassionate guide for those who are negotiating various life transitions such as developmental/existential/spiritual crises, which may arise during divorce, new parenthood, job loss/change, grief/loss, sexual orientation or identity confusion, or other phase of life struggles. I'm an LCSW with over 20 years of experience working with adults going through life transitions that have led to depression and anxiety. I offer online counseling throughout North Carolina. My style is warm and accepting, but practical and solution-focused, using humor, creativity and gentle confrontation. Together we can help you find some immediate relief, but we can also explore the ways your soul may be trying to speak to you with guided imagining, journaling, dream work and other, creative or nature-based practices. Mindfulness and honoring your personal resources/strengths, as well as your individual spirituality, are at the core of many of my interventions including approaches from various modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, Transpersonal Therapy, and Motivational interviewing. Devoting time to your growth and self-actualization isn’t selfish. It’s necessary for both you and your most important relationships and goals. You deserve to finally create a life big enough to hold the growth of your evolution. Feeling seen in a way that you haven’t been before and reconnecting with the most precious parts of yourself isn’t a luxury, it’s your birthright. ​ If you’re ready to begin creating some internal alchemy in your life and would like an experienced guide on the journey home to your authentic self, you belong here. To learn more find me on my website: alchemycounselingasheville.com.