Adrienne Forney, LPC, LCMHC
Compassionate counselor for trauma and addiction
- Trauma-informed care
- Addiction and recovery
- Anxiety and stress
About Adrienne Forney
Adrienne Forney is a licensed counselor with 16 years of clinical experience who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflict, trauma, and related concerns. She is licensed in both North Carolina and South Carolina and holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - reflecting her training to provide mental health treatment across a range of issues.
Adrienne brings particular experience working with individuals coping with substance use concerns, including heroin, cocaine, marijuana, alcohol, and prescription drug misuse, and she has substantial experience supporting people who have been incarcerated. Her approach is warm and empathetic, centered on supporting each person to build resilience and move toward greater strength and functioning. She works collaboratively with those she supports to create an open environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored without judgment.
Adrienne draws on evidence-informed methods to address symptoms and life challenges while attending to the relational and practical factors that affect wellbeing. She aims to help people clarify goals, develop coping skills, and strengthen connections so they can pursue meaningful, sustainable change.
Adrienne brings particular experience working with individuals coping with substance use concerns, including heroin, cocaine, marijuana, alcohol, and prescription drug misuse, and she has substantial experience supporting people who have been incarcerated. Her approach is warm and empathetic, centered on supporting each person to build resilience and move toward greater strength and functioning. She works collaboratively with those she supports to create an open environment where thoughts and feelings can be explored without judgment.
Adrienne draws on evidence-informed methods to address symptoms and life challenges while attending to the relational and practical factors that affect wellbeing. She aims to help people clarify goals, develop coping skills, and strengthen connections so they can pursue meaningful, sustainable change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Adrienne Forney have?
Adrienne Forney has 16 years of professional experience in counseling and mental health work.
Is Adrienne Forney a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC. License details are SC LPC 8782 and NC LCMHC 12276.
In which languages does Adrienne Forney provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Adrienne Forney located?
Adrienne Forney is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Adrienne Forney as my therapist?
You can work with Adrienne Forney through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Adrienne Forney work with international clients?
Adrienne Forney does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Adrienne Forney cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Effective Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and build psychological flexibility by learning to notice thoughts and feelings without being driven by them. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and patterns that get in the way of meaningful action.Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding how early relationships and attachment patterns shape current emotions and interpersonal dynamics. It can be particularly helpful for people dealing with family conflict, abandonment concerns, and challenges in close relationships.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to develop practical skills for managing symptoms like anxiety and depression and for changing unhelpful habits. All of these approaches can be adapted to work in an online setting and are chosen based on each person’s goals and needs. Adrienne collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit best, adapting techniques to the individual's preferences and life circumstances.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to access licensed professionals and therapists from home or other convenient locations. This range of options supports ongoing care that fits varied schedules and communication styles while maintaining a focus on practical progress and emotional support.