Saundra Burleson , LCMHC

Saundra Burleson is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) based in North Carolina with 13 years of experience providing therapeutic support. She works with people facing a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy and relationship issues, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem struggles, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Her practice also addresses family dynamics, caregiver stress, adoption and foster care challenges, and other life transitions.

Burleson grounds her work in genuine positive regard, meeting each person without judgment and with steady compassion. She emphasizes respectful, honest engagement and seeks to understand where someone is before moving forward. Drawing on an individualized combination of approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy, she tailors treatment plans to each client’s specific needs and goals.

Clients can expect a collaborative process in which Saundra helps them explore options with curiosity and practical strategies for change. She offers flexibility in scheduling, including some weeknight and weekend appointments, and works to accommodate clients’ unique circumstances. When someone is ready to take the next step, she invites them to reach out to begin a thoughtful, person-centered course of treatment.

Approaches and Online Support from a Licensed Therapist

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and learn ways to accept difficult thoughts or feelings while taking committed steps toward meaningful goals. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to change them, which can be effective for mood disorders, anxiety, and coping with everyday challenges. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist offers understanding and support so the client can lead their own process of growth and self-discovery.

Saundra Burleson approaches treatment as a collaborative process - she will work with each person to determine which approaches or combination of techniques fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences. That exploration is part of the therapeutic work and helps shape a personalized plan.

Online therapy with Burleson offers practical flexibility: sessions can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to access consistent care around work, family, and other commitments, and allow licensed professionals to support clients in ways that fit the client’s life and schedule.