New clients call or text at 919-647-4600 or email at Info@Wakecounseling.com to schedule an appointment.

ABOUT ME

Hello! My name is Faith Surface, and I relocated to North Carolina from the beautiful state of Iowa in early 2024. I am currently obtaining my Master’s of Social Work (MSW), remotely, through the University of Michigan. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Iowa in Ethics and Public Policy with a focus in Economics, a minor in International Studies, and a certificate in Resilience and Trauma-Informed Perspectives. Concurrently with my undergraduate studies, I obtained a certificate in Social Work, remotely, through the University of Michigan. The end goal of my studies is to become an LCSW, or Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

EXPERTISE

I work with clients of any age, children, teens, and adults. I have the skills to work with children, young adults, men, women, non-binary individuals, BIPOC individuals, and LGBTQIA+ individuals on a variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, academic problems, ADD/ADHD, self-image, self-esteem, life transitions, couples and marital problems, trauma, out-patient eating disorder treatment, body image, time management, and more.

COUNSELING APPROACHES

When it comes to treatment approaches, I try to stay up to date with all of the different approaches, and will apply whichever modality (or type) works best for my client. These modalities range from Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the Psychodynamic Theory, Polyvagal Theory, and more. Everyone is different, and what works best for one person might not for the next. My awareness of that ensures that your needs are being taken care of, and that you have all the tools you need to grow and get the most out of each of your therapy sessions.

My therapy style is personable and funny while maintaining proper professionalism for my clients. In other words, I like to show my humanness in sessions to create a comfortable and safe space for my clients, as I believe this type of environment allows for the most growth. I also prioritize being interactive in my sessions, as I believe the most work comes with a healthy balance of listening and guiding a client, rather than listening alone.

Thank you for considering me to help guide you along your journey!

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Paving the Way for Growth Through Astrological Psychology

We live in a world that’s greatly divided and conflicted, much to the detriment of our minds and souls. This unhealthy dynamic has often manifested in the disintegration of familial relationships and the unraveling of once-held-dear friendships.

How to Handle Your Dysfunctional Family (And Let Go of Your Past)

Nearly everyone claims like they belong to a dysfunctional family. We also blame our families for our present troubles to the degree that we are not responsible for our actions. Our past interactions with dysfunctional families sometimes can affect our behavior. You can learn some more about a dysfunctional family and the ways to cope with growing up with a dysfunctional family.

Going Through Major Life Changes and Becoming Depressed: How Therapy Can Help

Stress stimulates the conflict receptors in the brain as you experience a life change, and this generates brain chaos that we call cognitive dissonance. Seek professional help to prevent falling into depression due to major life change.

Is Substance Abuse Magnifying Your Anxiety Symptoms?

Some tips from expertise to under anxiety and dysfunctional coping mechanism that can magnify the symptoms of anxiety.

How to Manage Your Stress in the Post-Political Chaos

Learn simple ways to be self-aware and change habits that are contributing toward your anxiety level due to unsettling political environment.

9 Mood-Boosting Ways to Cope With Negative Impact of Covid-19

During this global pandemic, many people are dealing with anxiety and depression. How can we care for ourselves if we are consumed by the daily news on the coronavirus crisis and its effects on our health, our jobs, our families, our communities, our country, and our global economy?

Coronavirus Pandemic: Read 8 Myths about Depression

Depression is among the most challenging issues during the coronavirus pandemic. More than 4 in 10 Americans admitted pandemic-related stress has taken a toll on their mental health. While many people are seeking depression treatment and counseling, many depression myths and misconceptions often make finding help more challenging for patients. Read more about some of the most common depression myths and the efforts to debunk them.

Millennial Depression and How Therapy Can Help

Millennials seem to suffer from depression more than any other generation. While it’s hard to quantify this statement because of the inexactitudes involved in the diagnosis and reporting of depression, it’s certainly true that the millennial generation has worked hard to break the stigma of the condition.

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