Monique Willett , LPC, LCMHC

Monique Willett is a licensed counselor in North Carolina who brings 13 years of clinical experience to her work with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families. She holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC - LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LCMHC indicates Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - and she applies those qualifications to support clients across a range of settings, including schools and group programs.

Monique’s practice emphasizes building a strong therapeutic connection first, believing that a trusting relationship lays the groundwork for meaningful change. She is present and compassionate with individuals during both challenging periods and times of growth, meeting each person where they are and respecting their hopes for the future.

Her approach blends strength-based methods with cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused techniques to address concerns such as depression, anxiety, and stress management. She prioritizes collaborative goal setting and encourages open communication about which techniques feel most helpful, adapting interventions to fit each person’s needs.

Identifying existing strengths and practical coping skills is central to her work, and she supports clients in recognizing progress and building resilience. Monique values each therapeutic relationship and seeks to partner with people who want to develop skills, clarify goals, and move toward a healthier, more balanced life.

Integrating therapeutic approaches for online support

Monique commonly draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in her online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an accepting, respectful relationship in which the person’s own goals and insights guide the process - this approach helps when people need a supportive space to explore feelings and values. CBT is a practical, skills-oriented approach that helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. DBT teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills, and can be especially helpful for managing intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapt techniques as progress is made. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to what actually helps the client.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and for people in different locations. These options make it easier to attend sessions, practice skills between meetings, and maintain continuity of care when life circumstances change, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists to reach meaningful goals.