Connie Kretchmar, LPC, LCMHC
Therapist guiding growth and resilience
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and family
- Trauma and grief
About Connie Kretchmar
Connie Kretchmar brings 18 years of counseling experience and a background in human development and clinical education to her work with individuals and families. She earned a BS in Human Development and a Master of Arts in Counseling from East Tennessee State University, and she holds professional licenses in both North Carolina and Tennessee. She is credentialed as an LPC and an LCMHC - LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LCMHC stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, indicating formal training and state licensure to provide mental health services.
Connie works with adults, adolescents, couples, and families across a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, grief, intimacy and self-esteem issues, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. Her additional focus areas include aging and geriatric concerns, attachment and family of origin issues, blended family and fatherhood challenges, body image and eating related issues, caregiver stress, communication and commitment problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, and feelings of emptiness.
Her clinical approach draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), client-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based strategies, Motivational Interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. She aims to tailor these methods to each person's needs, collaborating with clients to find an approach that feels effective and sustainable. Connie emphasizes building an empathic, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship and meeting clients where they are in life, supporting the strengths, resilience, and courage that people bring to the counseling process.
Connie views counseling as an opportunity to clarify personal values, identify what may be holding someone back, and learn or refresh coping skills that promote relief and forward momentum. She believes many who seek therapy are temporarily stuck rather than permanently impaired, and she offers practical, caring support to help clients move toward a more meaningful and fulfilling present and future.
Connie works with adults, adolescents, couples, and families across a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, grief, intimacy and self-esteem issues, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. Her additional focus areas include aging and geriatric concerns, attachment and family of origin issues, blended family and fatherhood challenges, body image and eating related issues, caregiver stress, communication and commitment problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, and feelings of emptiness.
Her clinical approach draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), client-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based strategies, Motivational Interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. She aims to tailor these methods to each person's needs, collaborating with clients to find an approach that feels effective and sustainable. Connie emphasizes building an empathic, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship and meeting clients where they are in life, supporting the strengths, resilience, and courage that people bring to the counseling process.
Connie views counseling as an opportunity to clarify personal values, identify what may be holding someone back, and learn or refresh coping skills that promote relief and forward momentum. She believes many who seek therapy are temporarily stuck rather than permanently impaired, and she offers practical, caring support to help clients move toward a more meaningful and fulfilling present and future.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Connie Kretchmar have?
Connie Kretchmar has 18 years of experience.
Is Connie Kretchmar a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LPC and LCMHC. Her license details are TN LPC 2440 and NC LCMHC 9902.
In which languages does Connie Kretchmar provide therapy?
Connie Kretchmar provides therapy in English.
Where is Connie Kretchmar located?
She is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Connie Kretchmar as my therapist?
You can work with Connie Kretchmar through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Connie Kretchmar work with international clients?
Connie Kretchmar does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Connie Kretchmar 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 that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Virtual Sessions Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can make a meaningful difference. For a wide range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.One of the strongest benefits of remote counseling is flexibility. Clients can choose the format that best fits their needs, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility can make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other commitments.
Licensed professionals and therapists offering remote services use approaches similar to in-person work and can adapt their methods to each client. If a different therapeutic fit is desired, clients typically have the option to switch therapists to find the right match.