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Renee Avis, LCMHC

North Carolina LCMHC specializing in anxiety and eating
  • 20 years of experience
  • Specializes in anxiety and eating
  • Supports life transitions

About Renee Avis

Renee Avis is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina with 20 years of professional experience. She earned a Masters in Counseling from Argosy University and has worked across multiple treatment settings, bringing a broad perspective to each client interaction.

Renee emphasizes meeting people where they are, tailoring support to the specific challenges and transitions they face. She cultivates a trusting, comfortable environment that encourages honest exploration and steady progress. Her clinical interests include anxiety, disordered eating and body image concerns, resisting diet culture, life transitions, ADHD, and life coaching.

Drawing on a range of therapeutic techniques, Renee focuses on practical skills and personal insight to help clients navigate change, build resilience, and clarify priorities. She values collaboration and respects each personâs pace during the therapeutic journey. Renee looks forward to connecting with individuals who want thoughtful, experienced guidance as they work toward greater balance and self-understanding.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Career difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterEating and food-related issuesGuilt and shameLife purposeMidlife crisisSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Renee Avis have?

Renee Avis has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Renee Avis a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCMHC - Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. License details: NC LCMHC 5383.

In which languages does Renee Avis provide therapy?

Renee provides therapy in English.

Where is Renee Avis located?

Renee is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Renee Avis as my therapist?

You can work with Renee through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Renee Avis work with international clients?

Renee Avis does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Renee Avis 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Online therapeutic approaches and flexible care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take committed action toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often useful for anxiety, life transitions, and challenges where avoidance has become limiting.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, active listening, and helping clients access their own capacity for growth. This approach supports self-exploration, self-esteem work, and navigating personal decisions in a nonjudgmental setting.

Renee works collaboratively to identify which approaches fit each person best, tailoring methods to the clientâs needs, goals, and preferences. Finding the right therapeutic style is part of the process, and she partners with clients to adjust strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Renee is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life changes, reduce travel time, and allow clients to choose the format that best supports their engagement and access to licensed professionals.

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