Hi there! I’m Maggie Allen, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) and individual therapist at Born to Bend Mental Health & Wellness.

Are you thinking about your next steps in life but unsure how to move forward? Even when your community tells you how hard-working and resilient you are, you still feel insecure or uncertain of yourself. That’s where I step in.

Welcome! Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, we will face your thoughts, feelings, and emotions, and welcome them a seat at the table. With a goal or intention at hand, Solution-Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing will then guide you in taking new steps forward.

Therapy can feel intimidating, especially scheduling the first appointment. Let me start with this: You are not alone, and we can work through your healing together with compassion and nonjudgment. We may laugh together some, and it is always okay to cry! There is no such thing as being “too sensitive”.

My experience includes working with refugees, individuals who are incarcerated, and young adults and their families.

This is your safe vessel, I look forward to hearing from you.

Population: 9+, Adolescents, Adults

Specializations: LGBTQ2S+ folks, Mindfulness, Adjustment Disorders, ADHD, Anxiety/Phobias, Self-Harm, Sexual Trauma/Abuse

Location: Hendersonville, Virtual

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Hello! Most of us have walked through a season when life just feels hard. Maybe you are a parent of a child or adolescent that is struggling with sadness, anger, friendships, self-esteem, or school related issues. You might be a family unit that just can’t get seem to get on the same page or recently faced a change in family dynamics and needing to find a new normal. Maybe for you, life just feels overwhelming or stressful and you are looking for an objective person to talk with.

At Born to Bend Mental Health & Wellness, I offer a welcoming and trusted environment to share your thoughts, concerns, questions, and goals. I acknowledge that each client comes to therapy with different needs. I utilize many different therapy techniques such as strength based therapy, motivational interviewing, family centered practice, and others.

Whether we are having a difficult conversation or a moment of laughter, we will work through your healing journey together. I would be honored to meet you.

Population: 6+, adolescents, adults

Specializations: Family Therapy, Couples, Trauma, Life Transition, Parenting Skills, Boundary Work, LGTBQIA2S+ folks

Location: Hendersonville, Virtual

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Hello! My name is Madison and I am happy you have landed on my page.

Adolescence can be a time of rapid changes, big questions, and emotional ups and downs. I specialize in working with teens who are navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, school pressures, identity questions, neurodivergence, or just feeling “stuck.”

As a kid or young adult, sometimes it’s hard to feel prioritized, respected, or given the full time of day. This may lead to feeling misunderstood, un-trusting of your community, or not quite sure how to describe the thoughts in your head. Here is where I hope to step in. It’s my priority to hear you out, and help prioritize your needs.

My work often involves supporting families in understanding how relational and environmental dynamics contribute to emotional and behavioral patterns—and how they can shift to better support their child. My approach is rooted in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Person-Centered theories.

I create a space where teens feel seen, heard, and empowered to develop greater self-awareness and build skills that help them thrive. I support young clients explore their strengths, face their fears, and build practical skills to manage emotions and relationships more effectively.

Whether your teen is struggling to manage big emotions, exploring their identity, feeling overwhelmed by life’s pressures, or simply needs a safe place to sort things out, I’m here to help them (and you) move forward with clarity and confidence.

Here at Born to Bend Mental Health & Wellness we offer a safe, nonjudgemental environment. LGBTQIA+ individuals, persons of color, and others marginalized by society are welcome in my practice. You can expect to learn evidence-based skills to understand your experience.

Let this be the first step in advocating for yourself, once you’re here, I will support you in what comes next.

Population: 11+, teens, young adults, individuals, and families.

Specializations: Anxiety, low self-esteem, school pressures, identity questions, neurodivergence, cognitive behavioral therapy, parent and teen support

Location: Hendersonville, McDowell Public Schools, Virtual

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Welcome — I’m glad you’re here.

Whether life feels like an endless to-do list or more like you’re calmly sipping tea while everything around you burns, you’re not alone — and it doesn’t have to stay this way. My goal is to help make life feel less overwhelming and more meaningful.

I believe therapy is a journey toward greater joy, deeper connections, and emotional stability. And like any worthwhile journey, there should be space to laugh, reflect, and sometimes even cry.

One of the most important steps in that journey is choosing who will walk alongside you. So let me introduce myself.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS) at Born to Bend Counseling. My approach to therapy is grounded in compassion, creativity, and a good dose of humor. I often use metaphors and storytelling to help bring clarity and connection to the therapeutic process.

While I tailor my approach to each individual, I draw most frequently from motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness practices, and cognitive behavioral techniques. No one-size-fits-all here — just what works best for you.

If this sounds like the kind of support you’re looking for, I’d love the opportunity to meet and explore how we can work together.

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So, you’re considering therapy? Great! Knowing where to begin can be confusing, but not to worry; I am here to guide you through it, and it starts by trying to find the right therapist…Hi, I’m Ethan!

My approach is warm, nonjudgmental, and tailored to who you are. We’ll laugh, reflect, andmaybe even uncover things you didn’t know were holding you back. During sessions my focus is on you—your story, your journey, and your unique strengths. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore, grow, and thrive. Think of me as your co-pilot on this adventure. You’re in the driver’s seat, but I’m here to help navigate when things feel uncertain or overwhelming.

Teenagers today are tasked with navigating the challenges of life while also continuing to develop their personal identity. It can be difficult to put these experiences into words, and I have found that creating space for them to identify their feelings can help them better make sense of the world around them. Additionally, adulthood often comes with its own set of struggles and challenges that I enjoy helping individuals navigate.

I believe we are all experts on our own lives I primarily use a person-centered approach. I aim to meet you where you are to foster personal growth and self-discovery. I also draw from Gestalt therapy to explore the holistic connection between your thoughts, emotions, body, and environment.

We’ll work together to deepen your awareness of the present moment and uncover patterns that may be holding you back. By integrating these approaches, I aim to empower you to navigate life’s challenges with authenticity, resilience, and balance.

When I am not being a therapist, I enjoy playing pickleball, watching the latest shows or movies, hiking, and frequenting local coffee shops. I also find joy and comfort in rewatching Ted Lasso, and I strive to live my life by one of his quotes, “Be curious not judgmental.”

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Hello! I’m Tyra Williams, I am dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey to becoming the best versions of themselves. My practice embraces a holistic, social justice approach to therapy, recognizing the impact of societal factors on mental health and well-being.

I enjoy working with clients who are actively seeking growth, self-awareness, personal transformation, and a deeper connection to themselves. If you’re on a quest to understand yourself better, overcome barriers, explore intersectionality of various parts of your identity, or cultivate resilience, you’ve come to the right place. I love working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families by challenging intergenerational patterns and beliefs systems. I am LGBTQ+ affirming, gender celebratory, and sex positive. Together we’ll explore your values, aspirations and the broader context of your experiences, including how systems of power and privilege may influence your life.

I believe in creating a warm and inviting environment where individuals can feel safe to express themselves openly. My approach is integrative, combining evidence-based techniques with empathy and understanding. I draw from various therapeutic modalities, including minority stress theory, narrative theory, decolonizing therapy, and systems theory, tailoring my methods to fit each individual’s unique needs. My goal is to empower you to explore your own self-worth, lighten the invisible emotional weight you might be carrying, and dig deeper into reaching your full potential while developing a more integrated version of yourself.

Together we’ll work on deconstructing unhealthy narratives, forms of oppression, prejudice, biases, and discrimination while developing strategies to help you move forward with the power to speak your own truth and express your own voice. We will explore what is holding you back and create a roadmap that aligns with your authentic self. My goal is to empower you to make informed choices, fostering a sense of empowerment and confidence in your decisions.

I’m here to offer support, a different perspective, and encouragement as you explore yourself and discover a path that resonates with you. Outside of my practice I enjoy physical fitness, reading books, spending time with my family, connecting with my two fur babies, and serving within my local community, which allow me to stay inspired and connected. I look forward to the opportunity to work together as you navigate this important phase of your life. I’ll walk through the storm with you as you embark on this journey of discovery!

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