Object Relations therapists in Gastonia, North Carolina NC
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Object Relations Therapy
Amanda Cummings Brandenburg
Psychologist, PhD
I am a counseling psychologist with a high level of personal responsibility and a strong drive to provide high-quality counseling services. I strive to individualize my services to each client’s needs and do not follow a “one-size-fits-all” approach. I believe therapy is an art AND a science and pay special attention to the needs and preferences of each client. I keep a small caseload to help prevent burnout and to allow myself to better focus on the individuals I serve.
I identify as a first-generation college student, a cycle-breaker, and a mother to a child with a disability called Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). I know what it is like to persevere and overcome hardships in everyday life. I also strongly value bringing humanness and humility to my counseling practice, allowing for authentic connection.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gastonia, NC
Online in Gastonia, NC North Carolina
Object Relations Therapy
Dr. Amy Hecht
Psychologist, PhD
My practice is grounded in one central idea: that family, in all of its forms, deserves to be understood, supported, and thoughtfully nurtured. I have the privilege of working with individuals, couples, and families at some of the most meaningful—and often most vulnerable—moments in their lives. Whether someone is building a family, navigating challenges within one, or redefining what family means to them, my goal is always to create a space that feels both safe and genuinely supportive.
A significant part of my work focuses on family building, including comprehensive evaluations for adoption, assisted reproduction, and other non-traditional pathways to parenthood. I have extensive experience working with adoptive parents, intended parents, and families formed through surrogacy, donation, and other modern family-building processes. These evaluations are not just procedural—they are an opportunity to reflect, prepare, and enter parenthood with clarity and confidence.
In addition to evaluation work, I provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families. I approach this work with warmth, directness, and deep respect for each person’s experience. Whether addressing relationship strain, life transitions, trauma, or the complexities of parenting, I aim to help people better understand themselves and each other, and to move forward with intention.
I have a particular passion for working with non-traditional families—those whose paths may fall outside of conventional expectations but are no less meaningful or deserving of support. My practice is inclusive, affirming, and grounded in the belief that there is no single “right” way to build or be a family.
Above all, I strive to offer a space where people feel seen, understood, and guided—not judged. This is deeply personal work, and I consider it an honor to be part of my clients’ journeys.
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Gastonia, NC
Online in Gastonia, NC North Carolina
Object Relations Therapy
Sara Fraser
Psychologist, PhD
I have been a therapist for many years and in many settings. In describing my practice to prospective clients, I like them to know that we work in three intersecting and overlapping domains-present, past and process. In the present, we focus on how you are able to care for yourself and for others, cultivate relationships with self and other in ways that are enriching and not depleting. Using the past, we can come to understand how you show up in relationships, as informed by patterns laid out in your family of origin but in the hopes that you can come to understand and then do differently if you want, rather than acting from a place of default and habit. And finally, we can use process therapies such as EMDR and Deep Brain Reorienting, to help you truly process and move past your past experiences and help you to shed the weight of past trauma. I use a pragmatic and interactive style to collaborate with clients to assist them in choosing the therapeutic path that fits best for them. Therapy is about healing and I value using trusted and effective approaches to help you reach your goals in therapy in a timely way that allows you to move on from our relationship into living your life fully and completely. I offer a free, 30-minute initial consult call so we can connect and see how we might be a good fit. Email me to schedule that today!
26 Years Experience
Online in Gastonia, NC North Carolina (Online Only)
Object Relations Therapy
Congruence Counseling Group
Counselor/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, M.Ed. LCMHC, LMFT
Congruence Counseling Group is dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered care where individuals feel heard, respected, and supported. Our therapists bring diverse experiences, evidence-based approaches, and a genuine commitment to each client’s wellbeing. We strive to create a welcoming space where meaningful growth and healing can take place. If you are looking for thoughtful support and practical tools to navigate life’s challenges, we invite you to connect with our team.
20 Years Experience
Online in Gastonia, NC North Carolina
Object Relations Therapy
Dr. Brian Sharpless
Psychologist, Ph.D., Clinical Psychology; M.A., Philosophy
Hi! I am a clinical psychologist (PhD) trained at Penn State and the University of Pennsylvania. Though I treat a number of conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression, trauma), I have a great deal of experience helping people with personality disorders, sleep disorders, rare/unusual psychological conditions, and clinical problems which have been formerly resistant to treatment. Along with my practice, I stay active in the field through research, publications (i.e., books and articles), and other professional work. I particularly enjoy living lectures for popular science organizations in the US and abroad. Please visit my website (linked below) for more information.
19 Years Experience
Online in Gastonia, NC North Carolina
Object Relations Therapy therapists in Gastonia, North Carolina Statistics
Object Relations Therapy therapists in Gastonia, North Carolina average 21 years of experience and charge around $223 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (81%), Depression (77%), and Self Esteem (73%).
Average years in practice
21 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$223
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
54%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 81% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 77% | Depression |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 65% | Stress |
| 50% | Social Anxiety |
| 46% | Loss or Grief |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Teen |
| 50% | Senior |
| 35% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |
| 46% | Men |
| 31% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 31% | Black / African American |