Adrienne Forney, LPC, LCMHC
Therapist in North Carolina
Adrienne Forney is a licensed counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, family conflict, and the effects of trauma and abuse.
- Licensed inNorth Carolina, South Carolina
- License12276, 8782
- NPI 1932574753
- Experience16+ years
- LanguagesEnglish
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About Adrienne
Adrienne Forney is a licensed counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, family conflict, and the effects of trauma and abuse. She brings 16 years of clinical experience and a calm, straightforward manner to sessions. Adrienne is licensed as an LPC and as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, and practices from North Carolina.
She focuses on building trust and openness so clients can say what they need to say without judgment.
Background and approach
Sessions are conversational and goal-focused. Adrienne listens closely, reflects what she hears, and helps people try new ways of coping in daily life. Her approach draws on attachment-based ideas to address patterns in relationships and feelings of abandonment.
She also uses practical tools from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help with thoughts and behaviors that get in the way of living well. Adrienne has worked with people affected by addiction, including substance use issues, and with those facing legal or incarceration-related challenges.
She also supports people dealing with chronic illness, caregiver stress, body image concerns, and difficulties around fertility and separation. Clients can expect clear, steady guidance and flexible session formats. Adrienne encourages small, concrete steps toward healthier daily routines and better communication.
She welcomes the chance to work alongside someone ready to make change.
Credentials
- LCMHC (North Carolina)
- License 12276 · expires June 2026
- LPC (South Carolina)
- License 8782 · expires August 2027
- NPI
- 1932574753 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Adrienne lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fertility issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hoarding
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Traumatic brain injury
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Adrienne names
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
Attachment and Action Online: Approaches That Help
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how past and current relationships shape expectations and emotional responses. It can help people understand patterns of closeness, fear of abandonment, and ways of reacting in relationships. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and choosing actions that match personal values; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress that gets in the way of living well. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic stance from the therapist and gives clients space to lead sessions while the therapist reflects and supports growth.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Adrienne will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, comfort level, and day-to-day needs. Together they will try techniques, see what helps, and adjust the plan over time to match progress and priorities.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let people use body language and visual cues during deeper conversations. Phone sessions can work when bandwidth or camera use is limited, while live chat and text-based messaging make brief check-ins or ongoing support easier between longer sessions. These options help people fit therapy into busy lives and maintain more consistent contact with a licensed professional.
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Frequently asked
What problems does Adrienne commonly address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, family conflict, trauma and abuse, plus related concerns like abandonment, attachment issues, and caregiver stress.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions are warm and direct. Adrienne prioritizes listening and creating space for honest conversation while helping clients set practical goals.
How much experience does she bring?
She has 16 years of professional experience working with a wide range of issues including substance use and people impacted by incarceration.
What credentials and location are on file?
She holds LPC and LCMHC credentials and is licensed in North Carolina with practice listed in North Carolina.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently working with international clients.
What session formats are available?
Therapy can be done via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Adrienne?
Click Start Therapy, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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