Eliza Burgess
(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)
Counseling is sacred work. I am a witness to your journey and I am trained to support you as you work toward your own version of wellness.
My name is Eliza and I am associate licensed mental health counselor with a passion for helping individuals of all ages navigate their mental health journeys. With a client-centered, psychodynamic, and thoughtfully eclectic approach, I work to create a safe and supportive space that will empower you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and goals at your own pace. I understand that life is a journey of ups and downs and it is a true honor to journey alongside you. In our sessions together, I will partner with you to explore your past, present, and future, acting as a witness to your journey. I will hold up a mirror for you as you delve deep within yourself and make bold moves towards your version of wellness. I strive to foster an environment of respect, sincerity, and nonjudgment where you can explore, heal, thrive, and find your way toward peace and clarity.
Practice hours (EST)
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Abuse
- Aging
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Body Image
- Burnout
- Conflict Resolution
- Dependent Personality
- Depression
- Gender Identity
- Grief and Loss
- Intimacy Concerns
- Life Transitions
- Loneliness/Isolation
- Panic
- Parenting Concerns
- Peer Difficulties
- Perfectionism
- Personal Growth
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Relationship(s) with Friends/Roommates
- Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
- Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
- School Concerns
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Assault
- Sexual Identity
- Social Anxiety
- Spiritual/Religious Concerns
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma
- Women's Issues
- Work/Life Balance
Age groups
- Children (under 10)
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
Treatment specialties
Treatments
- Gestalt Therapy
- Culturally-Sensitive Therapy
- Eclectic Approaches
- Humanistic Therapy
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy
- Sand Tray Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Family Systems Therapy
- Somatic Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Play Therapy
- Mindfulness Training
Location
Accommodations
Entering the practice
- Service animals allowed
- Disabled parking spot (8ft / 2.4m)
- Emotional support animals allowed
Getting around
- Wide hallways (36” or 90cm)
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
$75 — $145per session
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – North Carolina
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – North Carolina
- Sliding scale
- In-network insurance
- Out-of-pocket
- I offer a free consultation
Payment methods
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Online
Credentials
Licenses
Associate
North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors
A18986, North Carolina
LCMHC-S
North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors
S7422, North Carolina
Certificates
National Certified Counselor
National Board for Certified Counselors
I have earned a master’s in counseling from a CACREP-accredited degree program, received professional endorsement from colleagues in the mental health field, taken and passed the National Counselor Examination, and attested to my commitment to uphold the conduct standards set forth in the NBCC Code of Ethics and those set by the American Counseling Association.
Play Therapy Certification
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke's Graduate School
Successful completion of a 12-credit hour program designed to prepare students to work with children and families in a developmentally appropriate way.
Education
East Carolina University
BS (Bachelor of Science), 2007
I completed a degree in Special Education and was previously a licensed k-12 educator with training in working with students with varying levels of need.
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
MEd (Master of Education), 2023
I completed a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I also have graduate level certification in Child Centered Play Therapy.