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- Relationship and family issues
- CBT and experiential methods
- Trauma grief and addictions
About Terry
Terry Massey, LCSW, LISW-CP, is a licensed clinical social worker in North Carolina with 26 years of experience. He works with relationships, family concerns, mood disorders, anxiety, addictions, grief, and related problems using approaches he describes in his own terms. He offers psychotherapy grounded in cognitive and experiential methods and emphasizes practical change.
He trained in psychology and social work and holds certifications in Applied Control Theory and related forensic practice. His early career included roles in mental health and early childhood settings, and he has served in clinical leadership and supervision positions. He has experience across individual, couple, family, and group therapy formats.
His stated approach mixes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive techniques with existential and experiential perspectives. He describes therapy as a partnership where the therapist and client create conditions for change and build on strengths. Sessions focus on skills, decision-making, and ways to adjust behavior and thinking to meet real-life demands.
Terry also lists work with intimacy and sexual culture topics, attachment and personality concerns, blended family and caregiving stress, and relationship communication problems. He notes experience with both routine therapy and forensic or supervisory roles.
He says the goal is for clients to gain tools so they eventually rely on those skills rather than ongoing therapy. He frames his role as helping people move from emergency help to regular maintenance of well-being.
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How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and building a collaborative relationship. It focuses on the client's perspective and helps people identify their own goals and strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It is practical and often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping skills. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on patterns in close relationships and on changing emotional responses to improve connection and communication.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss goals, preferences, and what seems most helpful, and then try methods collaboratively. Adjustments are made as progress or new issues appear.
Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking, since the biography lists clinical work in individual, couple, family, and group therapy but does not specify exact online formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also permit work on relationship and communication skills from wherever participants are located. Ask about the available scheduling options when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
26+ years
Listed in
North Carolina, South Carolina
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does he address?
He works on relationship and family concerns, anger, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma, intimacy issues, parenting, career concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related areas.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses client-centered work with Cognitive Behavioral and experiential approaches. He emphasizes practical change, skills building, and collaborative problem solving.
How long has he practiced?
He has 26 years of experience in mental health and early childhood settings and in clinical supervision roles.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds LCSW and LISW-CP credentials and is licensed in North Carolina.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English. He also accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography lists individual, couple, family, and group psychotherapy as his practice areas. Confirm current session formats before booking.
How is pricing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.