Audrey DiFilippo , LCMHC

Audrey DiFilippo is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina with 21 years of clinical experience. She has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety disorders such as agoraphobia, panic disorder, social anxiety and OCD, postpartum anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related challenges in relationships, family life, and trauma recovery.

Her style is compassionate and nonjudgmental, centered on each person’s unique needs and interests. Sessions focus on clarifying values, identifying what brings meaning to life, and building practical tools and intentions that fit an individual’s daily routine. Audrey emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship and aims to create a comfortable environment where clients can be authentic while working through difficult issues.

She tailors conversation and treatment plans to address concerns such as stress, self-esteem, grief, parenting, anger, career transitions, and coping with life changes. Audrey integrates evidence-based methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered techniques, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused strategies to help clients move toward the goals they define.

Evidence-based approaches for online care

Audrey draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and take meaningful steps even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings are present. ACT is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and navigating life transitions because it emphasizes committed action alongside acceptance of internal experience.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and to build practical coping skills. CBT can be especially useful for panic, intrusive thoughts, mood concerns, and for developing concrete strategies to manage day-to-day symptoms.

Client-centered techniques guide her work as well, ensuring sessions remain attuned to each person’s priorities and pace through empathic listening and collaboration. Finding the most effective approach is part of the therapy process - Audrey works collaboratively with clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. She may also coordinate with other licensed professionals when appropriate.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility that can make consistent care easier to maintain around work, caregiving, or mobility limitations. These formats allow clients to access therapeutic support from different locations and to choose communication styles that feel most comfortable and practical for their lives.