Now Offering!
Therapy Services
When you're climbing a mountain of stress, it can be hard to see your way to the other side. It helps to have a guide to show where the pitfalls are.
Our therapists can guide you through the risky terrain and build your ability to navigate through the challenges. Let us give you insight to climb.
Insight Carolinas is now offering in-person and online clinical therapy services.
*Clients must be physically in North Carolina while attending online appointments
Therapy for children, teens, and adults
At Insight Carolinas we look at the whole individual. We are dedicated to guiding you and your family through the toughest moments. With years of combined experience, together our therapists can create solutions for you.
Our promise:
A caring environment with a team ready to help in your toughest moments. Join us today and together we can help you build a foundation where you can grow.
Therapy Services We Offer
Virtual, in-person, or hybrid sessions available in English or Spanish provide support through talk therapy or play therapy as appropriate by age and language level.
Our therapists have advanced training to use established clinical interventions including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy.
Your therapist will collaborate with you to develop a targeted treatment plan for your concerns.
Anxiety
Depression & Mood Disorders
Disruptive Behaviors
Parental Stress
ADHD
Substance Use Disorders
Trauma / Adjustment
Relationship Support
Now Available for current clients
The Open Access Plan with Insight Carolinas
Insight Carolinas has introduced a flexible therapy option for individuals who need therapeutic support but can’t commit to a set schedule. Allowing them to receive individual care on an as-needed basis.
Click below to learn if this plan is right for you.
Insurance Coverage
We want clients to be able to make use of their insurance benefits to help make clinical service affordable. We are in-network with the following companies:
What to expect while working with
Insight Carolinas for Therapy
You and/or your referral source let us know how we can help.
Our team verifies your benefits and will reach out to you within 3 business days.
Our team sends pre-appointment forms and once complete schedules a virtual intake appointment to better understand your concerns.
It’s time for your appointment!
The best time for new beginnings is today
Join the Insight Carolinas community and get the care you’ve always deserved. Our therapists create a non judgmental, supportive environment to support you in every season of life.
Meet the Therapy Team
at Insight Carolinas
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Therapist | LCSW-A, LCAS
Laura Shrum is a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Associate in the state of North Carolina.
She is dedicated to guiding clients in recognizing and utilizing their strengths and positive attributes. Laura strives for all people to realize their worth and value.
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Therapist | LCSW
Ellie Graef has a passion for helping children/adolescents navigate life’s challenges. With a warm and engaging approach, Ellie tailors therapy to each child’s unique needs, utilizing play therapy approaches, cognitive-behavioral strategies, and creative expression to build confidence and emotional resilience. Additionally, Ellie is dedicated to helping adults navigate emotional challenges, and working through anxiety, stress, or life transitions. Ellie’s goal is to provide a space where all individuals can explore their emotions and grow in their own space.
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Therapist | LCSW-A
Claudia takes a person-centered and holistic approach to therapy, valuing each client's unique experiences and perspectives.
Claudia is dedicated to helping her clients navigate through challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and grief, empowering them to cultivate resilience and lead more fulfilling lives. With her expertise and compassionate approach, Claudia strives to make a positive impact on the well-being of those she serves.
*Limited Availability*
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Therapist | LP, APIT
Dr. Kurian is a licensed psychologist (LP) that has 10 years of experience working with severe mental illness, substance use, trauma, suicidal ideation, and veterans’ concerns.
Dr. Kurian’s therapeutic focus includes helping clients find meaning in their choices. He is co-founder of Insight Carolinas. Dr. Kurian, informed by existential philosophy, takes a client-centered approach pioneered by Dr. Carl Rogers. Relatedly, he uses motivational interviewing by Dr. William Miller to help clients identify their reasons for change. He has completed national trainings in both motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy, specifically in treatment of substance use disorders.
Dr. Kurian has Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT), which permits telehealth appointments in participating states.
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Therapist | LCMHC-A, LCAS-A
Savannah Pappalardo is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist Associate in the state of North Carolina. Her approach is integrative, client-centered, and warm. She believes in tailoring each session to fit her clients’ goals, strengths, and values. With a compassionate and nonjudgmental presence, she creates a safe space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful change.
*Limited Availability*
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Therapist
Dr. Johnson is a Licensed Psychologist who prides herself on working within the family system to improve issues related to trauma, emotional concerns, and behavioral challenges. She believes the starting point for a productive therapeutic experience is positive rapport, which is why she prioritizes an authentic and personal connection with each individual. She continues to focus her passion for identity development by exploring concerns related to race, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability status, and faith. Her training also includes spiritually integrated care for individuals who value this identity. Her approach emphasizes the critical nature of well-rounded emotional, social, physical, and spiritual care through evidence- based practice. During her internship and post-doctoral fellowship, she worked in an integrated primary care setting providing holistic care to underserved rural communities.
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Therapist | LCMHC, LPC
Jerry Dye is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina and is also licensed as a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in South Carolina. With all his clients, he works to create a relaxed, stress-free environment in which to assist his clients create the change they want in their lives. Jerry sees
the therapeutic process as a collaborative effort, where he and his clients co-create answers to problems needing attention. Jerry primarily works with children and adolescents (ages 5-18 years), while also offering individual, marital and family counseling to adults and families. Jerry is trained in cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused therapy modalities. He was trained in dialectical behavioral therapy at Behavioral Tech Institute and uses DBT techniques and interventions in much of his therapeutic work.
Interested in joining our team?
See our Careers Page for more information.
Therapy Services Q/A
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Not necessarily but having an assessment can help guide treatment decisions and focus intervention. Certain therapies are intended to target specific concerns such as TF-CBT for PTSD, DBT for Borderline Personality Disorder and depression, and mindfulness for anxiety. If you are seeking ABA Therapy insurance will only cover the services if the child has a leveled Autism diagnosis from a qualified professional - which in North Carolina is typically limited to a licensed psychologist or a developmental pediatrician.
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Yes! Upon contacting our office to inquire about therapy services or mentioning interest in starting therapy during a prescreen or feedback session, you will be provided with our Therapist Spotlights. These will provide a brief overview of all our Therapists, the ages they typically see and the types of Therapy they provide. Once you decide on the Therapist you would like to see, our scheduling team will get you set up with an initial therapy intake to ensure it is a good fit.
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Yes! Our therapists are credentialed with almost all the same insurance payers our Licensed Psychologists are, with the exception of United Healthcare Commercial. We offer discounted rates for clients that have other insurance plans that we are not contracted with. For a full list of the insurance companies Insight Carolinas is in network with, please scroll up on the Therapy page to see the full list.
On the blog at
Insight Carolinas
On our blog, our dedicated team shares informative and helpful insights about our wide range of services, along with additional articles that focus on various aspects of mental health care and its numerous benefits for individuals and communities alike.
