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Elisha Medrano
MA, LCMHCA

 

Hi, I’m Elisha, MA. LCMHCA , a client-centered therapist dedicated to supporting children (5+), teens, parents, and postpartum mothers.

 

With an extensive background working with children with special needs, I incorporate play therapy and developmentally appropriate interventions to help young clients feel safe, understood, and empowered. I specialize in emotional regulation, social skills development, and building healthy self-esteem across all ages.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and paced intentionally. I firmly believe that each client’s well-being comes first. We move at your pace, not mine, and therapy is always a team effort. Whether we’re helping a child learn to express big feelings, supporting a teen through life transitions, or walking alongside a postpartum mother adjusting to new challenges, I strive to create a space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported. Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. Together, we create a path forward that feels safe, meaningful, and empowering.

Specialities & Experience
 

I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and play-based therapeutic approaches. In my work, I often integrate mindfulness, play, and strengths-based strategies to engage children, adolescents, and adults in meaningful and creative ways. My clinical focus includes supporting emotional regulation, strengthening social skills, and helping clients build confidence and a stronger sense of self.​

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I received my Master of Arts in General Psychology in 2013 as well as my Master of Arts in Counseling from Capella University in 2025. Prior to becoming a therapist, I worked with special needs children in New York and North Carolina. I also have experience working with teens and preschool aged children in the school setting. 

Location: Hampstead/Surf City Office​

95 H2O Place, Suite 17, Hampstead, NC 28443

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We believe that therapy for children and proper support for their caregivers creates an environment for parenting to feel like it matters (because it really does).

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