Therapist for Adolescents, Adults, and Families
Office Locations: Cary NC
EXPERTISE & SPECIAL INTERESTS: Adolescents, adults, families, anxiety, depression, substance use and addiction, behavioral and conduct concerns, emotional regulation, coping skills, motivation and behavior change, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), school-related concerns, family support.
Connor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSW-A) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS) who is passionate about helping individuals and families navigate challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful change. He strives to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients can openly explore their experiences, identify their strengths, and develop practical skills that support personal growth.
Connor brings a diverse background in community mental health and has worked with individuals and families across social service agencies, adolescent intervention and gang prevention programs, school-based therapy, domestic violence abuser education, and substance use treatment. He has also provided services to youth involved in the juvenile justice system, including individuals placed in juvenile detention centers.
Adolescents & Families | Behavioral Concerns | Substance Use & Addiction
Connor has particular experience supporting adolescents and families navigating behavioral and emotional concerns, substance use, and other challenges that can impact relationships, school, and daily functioning. His varied professional experiences have strengthened his ability to connect with clients facing complex circumstances while approaching each individual with respect, curiosity, and without judgment. Connor draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to individualize treatment based on each client's needs and goals. He helps clients better understand connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors; strengthen emotional regulation and coping skills; increase motivation for positive change; and develop healthier patterns for navigating challenges.
Connor also recognizes the important role families can play in creating and sustaining positive change. When appropriate, he works collaboratively with family members to strengthen understanding, support healthier interactions, and help clients carry the skills developed in therapy into their everyday lives. Connor earned his bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice from Guilford College and his Master of Social Work from East Carolina University.
Fun Facts
Originally from Upstate New York, Connor moved to North Carolina in 2012. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, mountain biking, playing and coaching lacrosse, and spending time with his fiancée, their dog, and two cats.