Is It Better to See a Therapist or a Counselor?
At our Greensboro, NC practice, we hear this question often. So let’s make it simple, clear, and stress-free because figuring out where to start shouldn’t feel harder than the problem you’re trying to solve.
You’re Already Doing the Right Thing
Searching for help is brave. Whether you call it therapy, counseling, or just needing to “talk to someone,” the simple act of looking for support is the most important step you’ll ever take for your mental health.
And here’s the good news: at Santos Counseling, you don’t have to choose.
The clinicians at Santos Counseling all hold a minimum of a Master’s degree in the counseling field and are licensed within the state of North Carolina to provide clinical care. Some of the counselors hold distinct certifications, such as the National Counselor Certification, Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, Certified Vocational Evaluation Specialists, and additional training in varying therapeutic modalities.
Therapists and Counselors Focus on Deep Clinical Work
Think of a therapist as someone trained to work with mental health diagnoses or complex mental health conditions like Major Depressive Disorder or Anxiety. Our counseling office works with these areas and more. We often support kids, adults, couples, and families with everyday stress, disruption in sleep, relationship challenges, and difficult life challenges.
Work with one of our counselors if you’re experiencing:
- Persistent depression or anxiety that won’t lift
- Trauma, PTSD, or a history of abuse
- Panic attacks or obsessive thoughts
- Mood disorders like bipolar disorder
- Eating disorders or self-harm
- Divorce, breakup, or relationship stress
- Grief and loss
- Job loss or career burnout
- Parenting challenges
- Feeling stuck, lost, or overwhelmed
- Mild to moderate anxiety or depression
Want to Keep Learning About Mental Health?
Listen to Our Podcast. Mind Matters Greensboro
Every week, we sit down to talk about real topics that affect real people. Common topics include anxiety, relationships, burnout, grief, and more.
