Licensed Clinical Social Workers in Spring Lake, NC
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22 verified providers in Spring Lake
Finding a licensed clinical social worker in Spring Lake, NC
Spring Lake sits immediately north of Fort Bragg's main gate and shares the bulk of its medical workforce with the post and with Fayetteville. Most primary care, urgent care, and behavioral health is delivered locally; specialty referrals usually run south to Cape Fear Valley Health or to providers based in Fayetteville.
What does a Licensed Clinical Social Worker do?
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW, LICSW, or LCSW-C depending on the state) provide talk therapy for the same range of concerns most counselors and psychologists do — anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions — while bringing a stronger emphasis on someone's social and systemic context. Most LCSWs hold a master's in social work (MSW) plus several years of supervised clinical practice before licensure.
Many LCSWs also do care coordination alongside therapy: helping clients access housing or food programs, connecting them with disability services, working with school systems, or coordinating between medical and behavioural-health providers. That practical layer often makes a meaningful difference in care continuity, especially for clients with complex situations.
How to choose an LCSW
Three things matter most: (1) their training and experience match what you're working on (trauma, family dynamics, grief, substance use, working with specific populations), (2) they take your insurance or you can afford the out-of-network rate, and (3) you feel comfortable enough to be honest with them after a few sessions. Therapy works best when the relationship works.
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Licensed Clinical Social Workers in Spring Lake, NC
VONDA ELLIOTT, LCSW
Vonda Elliott is a licensed clinical social worker providing clinical social work services in Spring Lake, NC. She works with clients to address a range of concerns through therapeutic support and evidence-based approaches.
VERONICA KELLY, LCSW LCAS
Veronica Kelly, LCSW LCAS, is a clinical social worker based in Spring Lake, NC. She provides mental health and counseling services to support individuals in her community.
SWANZETTA JOHNSON STEVENSON
Swanzetta Johnson Stevenson is a clinical social worker serving the Spring Lake, NC community. She provides mental health and counseling services to support clients through life's challenges.
SPRING LAKE COUNSELING CENTER PLLC
Spring Lake Counseling Center PLLC is a clinical social work practice located in Spring Lake, NC. The center provides counseling services to individuals and families in the community.
SEAN BESSASPARIS, LCSW
Sean Bessasparis, LCSW, is a clinical social worker serving the Spring Lake, NC area. He provides professional mental health support and counseling services to individuals seeking guidance and therapeutic care.
MINDFUL THERAPY SERVICES PLLC
Mindful Therapy Services PLLC is a clinical social work practice located in Spring Lake, NC. The team provides counseling and therapeutic services to support clients' mental health and wellbeing.
MICHELLE BATES, LCSW
Michelle Bates is a clinical social worker providing mental health services in Spring Lake, NC. As a licensed clinical social worker, she works with individuals seeking support with their emotional and behavioral health.
MARGARET MCSHERRY, LCSW
Margaret McSherry is a clinical social worker providing services in Spring Lake, NC. She works with clients to address a range of concerns through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
LYNSEY VANGHEL FLAHERTY, MSW LCSW
Lynsey VanGhel Flaherty is a clinical social worker in Spring Lake, NC. As a licensed clinical social worker with a master's degree in social work, she provides therapeutic support to help clients navigate life's challenges.
LOVIEANN MARIE WARNER-PALACIOS TERRADO, MSW LCSWA
Lovieann Marie Warner-Palacios Terrado, MSW LCSWA, is a clinical social worker serving Spring Lake, NC. With expertise in clinical social work, she provides counseling and support services to individuals and families in her community.
LIFE OF SERENITY PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING SERVICES PLLC
Life of Serenity Professional Counseling Services PLLC offers clinical social work services in Spring Lake, NC. The practice provides a range of mental health and counseling support to individuals and families in the area.
KATHRYN DEFIORE, LCSW
Kathryn DeFiore is a clinical social worker based in Spring Lake, NC. She provides clinical social work services to support clients in achieving their health and wellness goals.
KATHLEEN LOWE JACOBS, LCSWA
Kathleen Lowe Jacobs, LCSWA, is a clinical social worker providing services in Spring Lake, NC. She works with individuals seeking support and guidance through life's challenges.
FLAHERTY COUNSELING SERVICES, PLLC
Flaherty Counseling Services, PLLC is a clinical social work provider located in Spring Lake, NC. The practice offers mental health counseling and support services to individuals in the community.
DRIESA LENE PARKER, LCSWA
Driesa Lene Parker is a licensed clinical social worker providing clinical social work services in Spring Lake, NC. Parker works with clients to address a range of mental health and personal concerns through therapeutic support.
DESIRRAE ANDERSON-HARRIS, LCSW
Desirrae Anderson-Harris is a clinical social worker in Spring Lake, NC. With an LCSW credential, she provides clinical social work services to her clients. She is available for appointments in the Spring Lake area.
DEJANNA ESPINOZA, LCSWA
DeJanna Espinoza is a clinical social worker in Spring Lake, NC. She provides clinical social work services to support her clients' mental health and wellness needs.
DANIELLE SIBERT
Danielle Sibert is a clinical social worker serving the Spring Lake, NC area. She provides social work services to support her clients' mental health and wellbeing.
CYNTHIA AVERY
Cynthia Avery is a clinical social worker serving the Spring Lake, NC area. She works with individuals and families to provide counseling and support services.
CHECK YOUR PEACE
Check Your Peace is a clinical social work provider in Spring Lake, NC. They offer support and counseling services to help clients navigate life's challenges and improve their overall well-being.
BROOKE ALEXANDRA MCLEOD, LCSW LCAS-A
Brooke Alexandra McLeod is a licensed clinical social worker and licensed clinical addiction specialist in Spring Lake, NC. She provides clinical social work services to support clients in their treatment and wellness goals.
ANNE M MALENA, LCSW
Anne M Malena is a clinical social worker providing mental health services in Spring Lake, NC. With her LCSW credential, she offers support to individuals seeking therapeutic care and counseling services.
Frequently asked
How many licensed clinical social workers are listed in Spring Lake, NC?
Our directory currently lists 22 NPI-verified licensed clinical social workers in Spring Lake, NC. This count updates as new providers are approved, so the number reflects current inventory rather than a static snapshot.
Do these licensed clinical social workers accept TRICARE or military insurance?
TRICARE acceptance is a primary filter for many Spring Lake patients given the Fort Bragg community. Each provider's profile shows their contact information so you can confirm coverage and accepting-new-patients status before booking.
What's the difference between an LCSW, a counselor, and a psychologist?
All three can provide therapy. LCSWs hold a master's in social work and often layer in care coordination and systemic context. Licensed counselors (LPC, LCMHC) hold a master's in counselling and focus on talk therapy. Clinical psychologists hold a doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) and can also perform formal psychological assessments. For most ongoing therapy, any of the three can be a good fit; the right choice depends on your specific concern and the individual provider's experience.
Can an LCSW prescribe medication?
No. LCSWs are not prescribers. When medication is part of a care plan, the LCSW coordinates with your primary-care provider, a psychiatrist, or a psychiatric nurse practitioner. Many people work with both an LCSW (for therapy and coordination) and a prescriber (for medication) at the same time.
Does insurance cover an LCSW?
Most commercial plans, Medicare, and many Medicaid plans cover therapy with an in-network LCSW. Confirm coverage and any session caps with your insurer. Some LCSWs are private-pay only and can provide a superbill for partial out-of-network reimbursement.
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