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You Dont Have To Stay Stuck.

If you're constantly overthinking, feeling on edge, avoiding reminders of the past, or wondering why the same patterns keep showing up in your relationships, you're not alone—and you don't have to navigate it by yourself.

I specialize in helping adults heal from trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and the lasting effects of difficult life experiences. As a Certified Basic Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) Practitioner, I combine evidence-based approaches including ART, ACT, CBT, and nervous system-informed care to help clients find meaningful relief and move forward with confidence.

Healing is possible, and you don't have to spend years feeling defined by what happened to you.

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)

A different approach to trauma therapy.

Unlike traditional talk therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) uses guided eye movements and evidence-informed techniques to help the brain process distressing memories differently.

Many clients report significant relief in just a few sessions—without having to repeatedly retell every painful detail of what happened.

As a Certified Basic ART Practitioner, I offer this specialized treatment for individuals experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, grief, phobias, and distressing life events.

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Anchor With Us

At Making Waves Counseling & Wellness, PLLC, our mission is to serve as anchors for our clients during times of change and uncertainty. Just like anchors keep vessels safe in stormy seas, our values provide a sense of security and stability. We are dedicated to helping individuals navigate through life's challenges while staying true to what grounds them.

Lauren Duffy, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

“Kara is a compassionate and caring individual who provides exceptional care."
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Eastwood Executive Suites 
2018 Eastwood Road, Wilmington, NC 28403
karatolman@makingwavescounselingwellness.com

Phone: 910.541.8928

Fax: 910.851.2695
 

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