Therapist profile
Timothy Pittman, LCMHC
North Carolina
Licensed counselor - anger and mood concerns
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- CredentialsLCMHC
- LicenseLCMHC, North Carolina / S5438
- NPI1194809707
- Experience20 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationNorth Carolina
About
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Timothy
Timothy Pittman is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina with 20 years of experience. He works with adults and adolescents on stress, anxiety, depression, substance concerns, and anger among other issues. Timothy lists ADHD, bipolar concerns, relationship and family challenges, grief, and intimacy-related issues as part of his focus.
He uses straightforward, practical methods in sessions. He pays attention to how past experiences shape current feelings and behaviors. Timothy helps people notice patterns that get in the way and then works with them to try different responses. Sessions include talking through feelings and practicing changes in thinking and action.
Timothy draws on Client-Centered Therapy to listen and reflect what matters most to the person in front of him. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that keep problems alive. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone is weighing big changes, like cutting back on substances or improving relationships.
Solution-Focused Therapy is used to set concrete, short-term goals and to track progress between sessions. He supports people in building better sleep routines, lowering workplace or parenting stress, and managing anger so it creates less damage at home. The approach is practical and goal oriented rather than abstract.
People who choose Timothy typically want direct feedback and clear steps they can try between visits. He encourages small, measurable changes and checks how strategies are working over time.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy means the therapist listens carefully and reflects what matters to the client, helping them name priorities and decide where to focus. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behavior in real life, which can reduce anger, anxiety, and low mood. Motivational Interviewing supports people who are weighing change by exploring values and reasons to change without pressure.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust plans based on what helps. That shared decision making keeps sessions practical and focused on what the person wants to achieve.
The exact session formats for online work are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a workday, avoid travel, or choose a shorter check-in when time is limited. It also lets people try tools and homework between meetings so progress can be tracked week to week.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, substance concerns, anger, relationship and parenting issues, ADHD, bipolar concerns, grief, and related matters.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a practical, direct style that focuses on identifying patterns and trying new behaviors. Sessions combine listening with concrete suggestions and practice.
How long has he worked in this field?
He has 20 years of experience in mental health and substance use work, including work with adolescents and adults.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LCMHC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and he practices in North Carolina.
Can I have sessions in a language other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions are arranged through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to meet with him?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.