What if therapy was a space for you to discover answers to what you've never known how to ask?
Hi there!
I am so glad you found Longleaf Counseling. My name is Aundrea. Finding the right therapist can take time, and reaching out takes courage. Perhaps you’ve tried therapy before, or maybe this is your first time searching for someone who might understand what you are going through. I want you to know that you're not alone, despite how it might feel right now.
Whether you're grappling with an unexpected life event, a challenging relationship, or the daily grind that leaves you feeling isolated, exhausted, or confused, my passion is to support and guide you through the healing process. Together, we'll foster self-discovery and rebuild trust in yourself and your relationships.
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Does this sound like you?
On the outside, you have it all together.
You are responsible. The person that makes sure everyone has what they need and that everything goes as it should.
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You problem solve, manage your home and are a rock star at the office. You're the person that everyone turns to for help and advice. In times of crisis, people turn to you with the expectation that you will make them feel safe.
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Everyone thinks you have cultivated the 'perfect' life for yourself because of what they can visibly see.
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But, on the inside, you are falling apart.
You're fighting a battle behind closed doors. Struggling to keep up appearances while feeling like everything is unraveling within.
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Each smile is a mask, each laugh a cover for the chaos within. It's a feeling of being overwhelmed, of drowning in emotions that seem too big to handle.
It's a silent scream for help, a plea for someone to notice the cracks beneath the surface. It's a lonely place, where the only company is one's own thoughts, echoing the fear of not being able to hold it all together.
Why Longleaf Counseling?
Longleaf Counseling exists for those who have been uprooted from their lives. I specialize in providing tailored support to empower you during uncertainty and change. Through personalized guidance and a compassionate approach, I help individuals embrace transformation, rediscover resilience, and navigate the complexities of unforeseen life transitions confidently and purposefully.
Sometimes our deepest wounds are the ones no one can see. Emotional healing is a nuanced and gradual process that requires both time and patience. The journey toward healing begins with acknowledging and honoring your feelings, no matter how difficult or uncomfortable they may be. By nurturing self-compassion and seeking support, you can gradually heal from past wounds, cultivate a more positive relationship with yourself, and find a sense of peace and balance in your life. Perfection isn’t the goal, growth is. ​
This is not how you expected your relationship to be. The discovery of your partner's infidelity is a shattering experience that tears at the very foundation of trust and security in a relationship. Considered complex trauma, betrayal is layered and if left untreated can lead to severe consequences even for the strongest of individuals. Processing your emotional wounds with effort and over time, you can forge a new life of growth, peace, and security, emerging even stronger.
Ignoring relationship problems often leads to more significant challenges down the line. You might have already tried making changes, sought advice from friends, or read relationship books, yet still feel troubled, hurt, or confused. Addressing your relationship issues promptly can lead to solutions sooner than you expect. Reconnecting, feeling heard and understood, engaging in meaningful communication, and fostering trust require willingness from both parties. However, together, building skills to repair your relationship after rupture is possible.