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Helping to Create Change

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Phone: (984) 235-7596

Text: (919) 623-0900

Fax: (984) 235-7054


Request an appointment today

Helping to Create Change

Helping to Create ChangeHelping to Create ChangeHelping to Create Change


Phone: (984) 235-7596

Text: (919) 623-0900

Fax: (984) 235-7054


Request an appointment today

Our Offices:

Our Main Office is located at: 

1744 Heritage Center Drive

Suite 201

Wake Forest, NC 27587

Krista, Dena, Krystal, Isabella, Brooke, Elisabeth and Don work out of this office .


Our Second location is:

1752 Heritage Center Drive

Suite 203

Wake Forest, NC 27587

Sandy, Amanda, and Haley work out of this office.


Our Third location is:

1740 Heritage Center Drive

Suite 204

Wake Forest, NC 27587

Thomas, Rebecca, Zydet, Essence and Lauren work out of this office.


****All locations are on the second level of the building.  The entrance to the second level is located around the back of the building.****

Check out our Upcoming Groups!

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NEW GROUPS STARTING APRIL 24, 2026

Growing Together: A Toddler and Parent Group

Growing Together: A Toddler and Parent Group

Help your child build the social and emotional skills they need to thrive!


Through songs, stories, and hands-on crafts, your child will learn to navigate friendships, emotions and the world around them - while you connect with other parents along the way.


Over 6 weeks, the groups will explore:

  • Building friendships & social skills
  • Self-awareness & emotional identity
  • Emotional regulation & self-control
  • Empathy & perspective-taking
  • Problem-solving & decision-making
  • Responsible choices & consequences



Each session includes:

  • A guided read-aloud story
  • Movement & music activities
  • A hands-on take-home craft
  • Caregiver connection time
  • Fun, play-based learning
  • A warm, supportive environment




All groups facilitated by Lauren Reaves, LCMHC.  Please click on "Register" under the group in which you are interested to complete your Registration Form.  We will then contact you with more information and to complete your sign-up.


Growing Together: A Toddler and Parent Group

Growing Together: A Toddler and Parent Group

Growing Together: A Toddler and Parent Group

  • Start Date: April 24, 2026
  • Ages: 1-2
  • Day & Time: Fridays 9:00 AM-10:00 AM
  • $45 per session




Register for Growing Together

Bloom: A Social Skills Group for Toddlers

Little Hearts, Big Feelings: A Social Skills Group for Pre-schoolers

Little Hearts, Big Feelings: A Social Skills Group for Pre-schoolers

  • Start Date: April 24, 2026
  • Ages: 2-3
  • Day & Time:  Fridays 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
  • $45 per session

Register for Bloom

Little Hearts, Big Feelings: A Social Skills Group for Pre-schoolers

Little Hearts, Big Feelings: A Social Skills Group for Pre-schoolers

Little Hearts, Big Feelings: A Social Skills Group for Pre-schoolers

  • This group starts April 24, 2026
  • Ages: 4-5
  • Day & Time: Fridays 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • $45 per session

Register for Little Hearts, Big Feelings

Now Offering: The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)

The Safe and Sound Protocol is an evidence-based therapeutic tool designed to reset the nervous system and return it to safety. Designed to work with other therapeutic approaches and modalities, the SSP features specially filtered music that stimulates the vagus nerve.

Suitable for children and adults, the SSP has demonstrated benefits for individuals with trauma, anxiety, sensory processing differences, and much more.


Click below to find out more about SSP.

The safe and sound protocol

Learn more about BBTRS and how it can benefit you

Who We Are:

Our Practice

Our Treatment Focus

Our Treatment Focus

Our group of experienced contractors enables us to offer effective individual, family, and marital/couples counseling.   We offer counseling services to children, teens, and adults and treat a number of mental health needs, including, but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Depression, ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Mood Disorders, Adjustment

Our group of experienced contractors enables us to offer effective individual, family, and marital/couples counseling.   We offer counseling services to children, teens, and adults and treat a number of mental health needs, including, but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Depression, ADHD, Anxiety, OCD, Mood Disorders, Adjustment Disorders, and Behavioral Concerns.  We also work with individuals and families who are going through changes, loss, or transitions throughout any stage in life. 

Our Treatment Focus

Our Treatment Focus

Our Treatment Focus

Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. This process is achieved by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.   Some of the approaches utilized in treatment include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Behavior

Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. This process is achieved by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan.   Some of the approaches utilized in treatment include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Therapy/Behavior Modification, Play Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Our Patient Promise

Our Treatment Focus

Our Patient Promise

We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.  

Our Services:

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Couples/Relationship Counseling

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Our therapists have worked with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders for over 17 years.  We provide support to individuals and family members in developing social skills, life skills, shaping of behavioral concerns, and can help to connect individuals and families with resources in the area.  Click here to requent an intake appointment.

  

BBTRS

Couples/Relationship Counseling

Autism Spectrum Disorders

 Biodynamic Breathwork and Trauma Response System is a new approach to body-oriented therapy. It consists of thoroughly chosen specific breathing patterns, conscious movement and dance, specialised techniques of touch and bodywork as well as exercises releasing tension from inside of the body, gentle emotional release techniques, exercise

 Biodynamic Breathwork and Trauma Response System is a new approach to body-oriented therapy. It consists of thoroughly chosen specific breathing patterns, conscious movement and dance, specialised techniques of touch and bodywork as well as exercises releasing tension from inside of the body, gentle emotional release techniques, exercises in self-awareness and meditation practices. Their thoughtful combination into an integrated flow allows the release of long-held trauma from the body and mind.   Click here to find out more about BBTRS.

Couples/Relationship Counseling

Couples/Relationship Counseling

Couples/Relationship Counseling

Marriages and intimate relationships can hit rocky ground sometimes.  Our providers are able to work with couples on  building communication skills, building/strengthening trust, and restoring hope within your relationship.   Click here to request an intake appointment.

Depression & Anxiety

Depression & Anxiety

Couples/Relationship Counseling

Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling and treatment, we are able to help you recover motivation, perspective, and a sense of self.  Click here to get started.

 

Family Counseling

Depression & Anxiety

Family Counseling

Family therapy can helpful in building  communication skills, developing family rules, enhancing parenting skills, and establishing healthy boundaries.  Family counseling can be beneficial to those looking to strengthen their emotional connection, build healthy communication skills, and strength family bonds.  Click here to request an initial appointment.

Group Counseling

Depression & Anxiety

Family Counseling

There are several types of Group Counseling.  These may include Skill-Based, Psychoeducational or Process-Oriented (sometimes called Support Groups). Group Therapy can be a great way to build, learn and practice new skills or connect with others in a safe and therapeutic space to express and process events occurring in our lives. We striv

There are several types of Group Counseling.  These may include Skill-Based, Psychoeducational or Process-Oriented (sometimes called Support Groups). Group Therapy can be a great way to build, learn and practice new skills or connect with others in a safe and therapeutic space to express and process events occurring in our lives. We strive to develop varying groups to meet the needs of our community.  Click here to learn more about our groups.

Individual Counseling

Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)

Exposure Response Prevention

Individual counseling is one of the most popular forms of mental health treatment to help cope with changes and stressors we encounter in our lives. Our skilled contracted Clinicians offer individual counseling.  Each provider has their area of expertise to help guide you along the journey of therapy.  We provide individual counseling to 

Individual counseling is one of the most popular forms of mental health treatment to help cope with changes and stressors we encounter in our lives. Our skilled contracted Clinicians offer individual counseling.  Each provider has their area of expertise to help guide you along the journey of therapy.  We provide individual counseling to children, adolescents, and adults.  Click here to request an appointment.

Exposure Response Prevention

Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)

Exposure Response Prevention

The Counseling Collective, PLLC provides counseling for individuals struggling with OCD or skin picking/hair pulling.  Amanda Alexander, LCSW offers ERP (Exposure Response Prevention).  Click Here to learn more.

Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)

Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)

Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)

  The Safe and Sound Protocol is an evidence-based therapeutic tool designed to reset the nervous system and return it to safety. Designed to work with other therapeutic approaches and modalities, the SSP features specially filtered music that stimulates the vagus nerve.  Click here to learn more about the SSP.

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The Counseling Collective, PLLC

1744 Heritage Center Drive Ste 201, Wake Forest, NC, USA

Other Locations: 1752 Heritage Center Drive Suite 203 Wake Forest, NC 27587 1740 Heritage Center Drive Suite 204 Wake Forest, NC 27587 Email: info@counselingcollectivepllc.com Phone: (984) 235-7596 Text: (919) 623-0900

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Open today

09:00 am – 06:00 pm

Please note: our Office Assistant and Billing Manager are available: 

Monday-Friday: 

9:00 AM-3:00 PM

If you are an established client, please contact your therapist directly.


Office hours available by appointment only.

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