- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
About Justin
Justin Cantalini is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina with 11 years of professional experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, depression, and related issues such as guilt and shame. Sessions are conversational and direct, helping people clarify what they are feeling and why it matters to them.
In the room he focuses on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than long theory. He listens for patterns that keep problems repeating, like avoidance, harsh self-judgment, or difficulty asking for support. Together with each person he identifies small changes to try between sessions and checks what helps.
Justin draws from evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma, loss, and difficult emotions tied to identity or past choices. He pays particular attention to attachment-related concerns, abandonment, adoption and foster care experiences, fatherhood and caregiver stresses, and social anxiety. He also supports people navigating life purpose and communication struggles.
Sessions are meant to be straightforward and steady. Justin aims to help people notice the thoughts and behaviors that feed guilt and shame, then practice different responses over time. He encourages clear goals and regular review so progress is visible.
He works in English and practices in North Carolina as an LCMHC. People interested in starting are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session to begin discussing goals and practical next steps.
How evidence-based methods translate to online work
Justin uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma and difficult emotions. For trauma and post-traumatic stress he focuses on stabilizing reactions, improving day-to-day coping, and practicing skills that reduce distress when memories or reminders arise. For anxiety and worry he helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test new behaviors in small steps to build confidence.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to pick techniques that match their goals, needs, and preferences, and will adjust the plan as progress is observed. The emphasis is on trying concrete strategies and reviewing what helps.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people use quieter surroundings, turn off video when they need to, or fit a session during a lunch break without a long commute.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of guilt or shame does he address?
He helps with guilt or shame connected to relationships, parenting or past trauma, and with shame about identity or life choices.
How does he approach guilt and shame in sessions?
He uses evidence-based techniques and practical steps to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses over time.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 11 years of professional work experience as a counselor in clinical settings.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LCMHC licensed in North Carolina and provides counseling there.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session to get started.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.