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LCMHC

William Mizelle, LCMHC

  • Experience24 years
  • LocationNorth Carolina
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About William

William Mizelle is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) based in North Carolina with 24 years of experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, trauma, grief, relationship and intimacy challenges, ADHD, and a wide range of related issues.

Background and approach

He frames his work around client-centered and solution-focused principles, prioritizing each person's priorities and collaborating to find practical steps for change. His style emphasizes attentive listening and constructive feedback aimed at helping clients gain momentum and renewed interest in their daily lives.

Mizelle combines evidence-informed techniques with an empathetic, person-focused approach. He draws on cognitive behavioral strategies to address thought and behavior patterns and incorporates motivational and emotionally-focused elements when exploring relationships, motivation, or trauma-related material.

Prospective clients can expect a clear, goal-oriented process that still leaves space for exploration and personal pacing as they work toward meaningful shifts.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

Client-centered therapy centers on the client's perspective and lived experience, with the therapist offering empathic listening and collaborative support to help clients clarify values and priorities. This approach is useful for many concerns including stress, life changes, grief, and relationship challenges.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors through practical exercises and skill-building. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleeping difficulties, and some attention-related challenges because it provides clear strategies clients can practice between sessions.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people explore and reshape emotional responses in relationships or attachment-related struggles by increasing emotional awareness and promoting new ways of connecting. It can be particularly helpful for intimacy and communication difficulties.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify which methods align with their goals, preferences, and circumstances, and may blend techniques from different approaches to meet evolving needs.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to use the format that feels most comfortable. These options support ongoing progress by allowing regular contact and quick access to therapeutic tools and feedback regardless of location.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does William commonly address in therapy?
He works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, ADHD, and other emotional or behavioral challenges.
What is his general therapeutic style?
His practice blends client-centered care with solution-focused work, emphasizing the client's priorities while identifying practical steps toward change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 24 years of experience in the helping professions, working with individuals across a variety of mental health and life challenges.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He holds the credential LCMHC and is licensed in North Carolina with license number NC LCMHC 6860.
Does he offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Services are provided in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for online work?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How does payment and cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

24+ years

Licensed

North Carolina

Languages

English

What William can help with

William Mizelle works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, self esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.

William works with people who are struggling with various issues including depression, anxiety, substance use, and other life traumas.

How William approaches therapy

William's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

William is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor practicing in North Carolina, with 24 years of clinical experience.

Therapy style

William aims to listen to you and give you productive feedback which could help you in your situation.