Greenwood Psychotherapy and Consulting

12/05/2025

We’re excited to spotlight Chelsea, a compassionate therapist who brings warmth, authenticity, and a grounding presence to her work with adults.

Chelsea specializes in helping people navigate eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, and life transitions. She creates a space where you can slow down, breathe, show up as you are, and feel truly heard.

If you’re looking for someone who blends evidence-based approaches with genuine human connection, Chelsea might be the perfect fit. She’s dedicated to helping you build self-compassion, move through what’s keeping you stuck, and step into a life that feels more aligned and empowered.

Curious to learn more or start a conversation with Chelsea? We’d love to hear from you.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Greenwood Psychotherapy

As we enter this season of gratitude, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to our clients, community partners, and everyone who places their trust in our work. Thanksgiving can be a meaningful time, but it can also bring complex emotions. Wherever you find yourself this week, we hope you are able to experience moments of connection, rest, and care.

Thank you for being part of our community. We are grateful for the resilience you show each day and honored to support you on your journey.

Wishing you a peaceful and fulfilling holiday
-Greenwood Psychotherapy
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11/25/2025

Meet Jayden one of our talented terapists

11/25/2025

Meet Jayden Falldorf, MSW, LCSWA (he/him)

Jayden is a warm, grounded therapist who supports older kids, teens, and adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, rumination, people-pleasing, life transitions, and addictions. He also works with couples and those in non-monogamous relationships, offering a welcoming, affirming space for all relationship structures.

With a trauma-informed lens, including support for healing from religious trauma, Jayden focuses on helping clients understand themselves more deeply, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.

If you're looking for a therapist who is compassionate, collaborative, and real, Jayden may be a great fit.

Book a free consultation to learn more and see if working with Jayden feels right for you.
www.greenwoodpsychotherapync.com

11/21/2025

11/20/2025

Why Thanksgiving Can Feel Overwhelming
While Thanksgiving can be meaningful, it can also involve complex family dynamics, financial strain, travel, and the pressure to create a “perfect” holiday. Recognizing these stressors is the first step toward managing them with greater ease.

Practical Strategies to Support Your Well-Being

1. Set realistic expectations.
Your holiday doesn’t need to look picture-perfect. Give yourself permission to do what’s manageable.

2. Plan ahead.
Organize tasks and consider delegating. A little preparation can help reduce last-minute tension.

3. Practice mindful breathing.
Taking a few minutes to pause and breathe deeply can help calm your body and mind.

4. Maintain healthy boundaries.
Communicate your needs clearly and respectfully with family members.

5. Reflect on gratitude.
Focusing on what you’re thankful for can shift your perspective and support emotional balance.

6. Stay active.
A walk, stretching, or light exercise can be an effective way to reduce stress.

7. Stay connected.
Reach out to supportive friends or community members who understand what you’re feeling.

8. Let go of perfectionism.
Embrace imperfections and center your attention on what truly matters.

9. Practice mindful eating.
Tune in to your body’s signals and honor your limits. Also no one is at their best when they are hungry, it might not be best to skip breakfast before the big meal, to keep your blood sugar and your mood more stable.

10. Prioritize self-care.
Whether it’s reading, resting, or doing something creative, make space for what replenishes you.

If this time of year feels challenging, remember you’re not alone. Greenwood Psychotherapy & Consulting is here to support you in navigating the season with compassion and care.
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11/18/2025

Meet Ashanti Gaydon, MSW, LCSWA (she/her)
Compassionate. Supportive. Empowering. Here to help you navigate life’s toughest moments.

Ashanti specializes in working with:
• Anxiety and Depression
• Trauma and PTSD
• Life Transitions
• Grief and Loss
• Complex Family Dynamics
• Peer Relationship Challenges in Children and Adolescents
• Emotional Adjustment for New College Students
• Political Trauma
• The Unique Cultural Experiences and Challenges Faced by BIPOC Communities

Ashanti provides virtual counseling for clients ages 12 and up throughout North Carolina. She creates a warm, affirming space where you can feel safe, heard, and supported. Her approach is personalized and grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, strengths-based methods, systems theory, and affirmative therapy, recognizing that no two journeys are the same.

If you or your child is feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of a space to reflect and reset, Ashanti is ready to walk alongside you.

“Therapy can feel daunting, but you do not have to face it alone. Together, we can turn challenges into opportunities for growth.” — Ashanti

If you are ready to begin, reach out today and take the first step toward a brighter and more grounded future.
www.greenwoodpsychotherpayne.com

11/08/2025

11/06/2025

Feeling Overwhelmed? You’re Not Alone.

When stress feels heavy, small, mindful steps can help. Focus on your breath, notice your body, write down worries, or practice self-compassion. At Greenwood, we provide a safe space to explore what’s weighing on you and build tools to find calm and clarity.

You don’t have to face it alone, support is available, and every small step matters.
If you would like help with these feelings visit our website and see if one of our therapists is right for you.
www.greenwoodpsychotherapync.com

11/02/2025

Meet Ismael! — Outpatient Psychotherapist at Greenwood Psychotherapy

Ismael (he/him) is a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish) who understands what it’s like to move between cultures and search for where you truly belong. He brings deep empathy and cultural awareness to his work with young adults (ages 16–35) navigating identity, anxiety, depression, family expectations, and life transitions.

Ismael knows that starting therapy can feel like a brave and uncertain step. His approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in respect for each person’s story. In sessions, clients find a space where they don’t have to perform, hide, or “have it all together” — a space to be real, to heal, and to grow.

He often integrates approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, always adapting his style to meet the needs of the individual. For Ismael, therapy isn’t about fixing people — it’s about helping them uncover their strengths, understand themselves more fully, and move toward a life that feels authentic.

Deeply connected to the Latinx experience, Ismael is passionate about supporting clients who are balancing multiple identities or navigating spaces that weren’t built with them in mind. At the same time, he welcomes people from all backgrounds and identities, creating an inclusive space where everyone’s story is honored.

Outside of work, Ismael loves cheering for his favorite soccer team, spending time with his family, exploring new restaurants, and discovering great conversation over good food.

If you’re ready to start your journey toward clarity and healing, Ismael would love to connect. Reach out today for a free 10-minute consultation to see if therapy with him might be a good fit.

📍 In-person in Chapel Hill
💻 Virtual across North Carolina
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