Healing Starts Here: In-Person & Online Therapy for Individuals, Couples, and Families in NC & SC.

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We’re a different kind of mental health practice.

Stafford and Associates is

where clinical meets compassionate.

Our practice is based on the idea that every person has the right to live a happy and genuine life. We believe in the power of transformation and it’s a privilege to accompany our clients on their path to wellness and personal empowerment.

Our Services

We proudly offer both in-person sessions at our Mooresville office and secure telehealth therapy across North Carolina and South Carolina, making counseling accessible and convenient wherever you are.

  • Personalized one-on-one support designed to help you work through life’s challenges, gain clarity, and build healthy coping strategies. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or seeking personal growth, our therapists provide care that meets you where you are—either in our office or from the comfort of your home.

  • A supportive space for partners to improve communication, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional connection. We work with couples in all stages of their relationship—whether in-person or online—to navigate conflict, heal past hurts, and strengthen their bond.

  • IGuidance for families to resolve conflict, improve communication, and develop healthier patterns. Family therapy sessions can take place in our welcoming office or virtually, making it easier for everyone to come together and work toward stronger connections.tem description

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our core values

Our values are more than just words. They are a guidepost for how we operate our practice and approach care for our clients.

  • We follow strict ethical guidelines, ensuring that our client’s privacy is a top priority. We have a deep respect for the therapist-client relationship and take the care of our clients very seriously. We prioritize ethical conduct, transparency, and accountability in our operations and uphold high standards of honesty and fairness in their interactions with our clients, fostering a culture of trust.

  • We value our client’s time and understand the importance of following through on our word. Our client’s won’t get last minute cancellations from us, and can rely on us to be a reliable source of consistency in their lives. Consistency provides a strong framework for embodying healthy connections that are built on the principles of credibility and trust, and fosters effective long-term partnerships.

  • We operate as our true, authentic selves with every patient. Our clients can expect transparency with every aspect of their care, from billing to scheduling to the work we do in session. By embracing honesty as a guiding principle, our organization and our clients reinforce their commitment to transparency and authenticity by fostering trust, respect, and positive relationships.

  • We truly understand the courage it takes to seek therapy, and approach each client’s experiences with deep empathy. We feel honored to be a part of their lives and healing. It’s our compassionate approach that ensures that ethical decisions are made with the well-being of all clients in mind.

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