Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
How Etta works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- North Carolina
- Years in practice
- 14
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Etta
Etta "Serena" Faison is a licensed clinical social worker in North Carolina with 14 years of experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, depression, bipolar mood concerns, and problems with self-esteem. She believes clients know their own stories and brings support to help them take the next steps toward change.
Serena uses straightforward conversation and practical tools. Sessions focus on what feels most pressing in daily life, such as sleep, work stress, relationship strain, or impulsive reactions.
Background and approach
She encourages small, doable steps that build confidence and reduce overwhelm. Her approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, combined with client-centered listening and mindfulness practices. That means clients learn ways to notice painful thoughts, choose valued actions, and practice skills that change responses over time.
She tailors those methods to each person’s needs and goals. She also pays attention to broader life issues like caregiving stress, body image, chronic pain or illness, and substance use patterns. Conversations may cover coping strategies, communication skills, boundaries, and problem-solving for complicated life transitions.
People who work with Serena can expect a collaborative style. She aims to help people build clarity, increase day-to-day functioning, and handle anger or intense feelings with more control. Her work is practical and focused on usable skills rather than long academic explanations.
What Etta works with
Everything Etta lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Etta's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Etta lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that translate well to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, clarify what matters to them, and take small actions that match their values. It can be helpful for anxiety, anger, and life changes by shifting focus from trying to eliminate feelings to living a meaningful life.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. In sessions clients practice new thought patterns and behavioral experiments to reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, and impulsive behavior.
Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and validation. The therapist uses empathic reflection to help people feel heard and to build the trust needed for trying new coping strategies.
Serena treats finding the right approach as a team effort. She will work with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, comfort level, and daily life. That collaborative process may combine ACT, CBT, mindfulness, and client-centered work as needed.
Online formats give practical flexibility. Video calls let the therapist see body language and support experiential exercises. Phone sessions can fit a short break at work or work better when bandwidth is low. Live chat and text messaging allow brief check-ins and ongoing skill practice between sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while juggling busy schedules.
Questions people ask about Etta
What concerns does this therapist address?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, bipolar mood concerns, self-esteem, addictions, trauma, grief, and many life transitions.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She focuses on practical steps and skill building to help with daily challenges and intense emotions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 14 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Carolina and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be held by video call, phone, live chat, or through text-based messaging.
How does cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions based on the therapist's availability.