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Terry Massey, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Terry is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Terry. View 36 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in North Carolina and South Carolina

Recent reviews

Terry is an amazing therapist. He listens to me and pays close attention to what I am expressing during our sessions. He is super kind, very attentive. He cares. Truly appreciate his presence and guidance to help me get better. Thank you.

Reviewed November 2024

He's been absolutely incredible. I felt uncomfortable at first with the idea of therapy and more specifically virtual therapy. My therapist has completely changed that and I can feel the gradual changes in my life from the subtle challenges and encouragement I'm receiving. 10/10

Reviewed August 2024

More about Terry

  • 26 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW, LISW-CP

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My name is Terry L. Massey and I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 1996 with a B.A. in Psychology. In 1997, I began studying with the International Association for Applied Control Theory, and after completing an advanced two-year program, was certified in the counseling techniques known as Applied Control Theory (more commonly linked to Reality Therapy). In that same year (1999) I was accepted into the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Social Work Program (with a concentration in Clinical Direct Services to Children and Families) and was honored in 2000 as the first recipient of the UNCSSW Social Justice Award. In 2002, I completed my graduate studies and earned my MSW, with 75% of my work at the Honors level.

I have worked in the mental health and early childhood fields since 1994 (Charter Pines, American Daylight Treatment, Volunteers of America, Thompson Children’s Home, and United Family Services) and continue to practice as an Individual, Couple, Family and Group Psychotherapist. I have worked with a diverse population set, with ages ranging from four through adulthood, and continue to attend various trainings on a routine basis to ensure that I am offering professional and competent support to clients. My practices are rooted primarily in the Cognitive Behavioral, Rational Emotive, Family and Systems, and Existential approaches to Psychotherapy.

I am licensed in both North and South Carolina (LCSW and LISW-CP), hold an internationally recognized certification in Applied Control Theory, and is certified nationally as a Clinically Certified Sex Offender Treatment Specialist (CCSOTS) through the National Association of Forensic Counselors and the American Academy of Certified Forensic Counselors (accredited through the National Commission for Certifying Agencies, the accreditation commission of the National Organization for Competency Assurance). I have chaired the University of North Carolina at Charlotte Social Work Community Advisory Board and serve as a consulting advisor for local mental health agencies providing Community Support Team and Intensive In-Home Services. I am recognized nationally as Clinical Supervisor (certified through the National Association of Social Workers) and provide routine supervision to both LCSW-A and LPC-A practitioners. In addition, I provide Clinical Supervision to Master’s level students through internship in various clinical agencies, including the C.W. Williams Community Health Center, where I served as the Director of Behavioral Health Services for many years.

I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship between the psychotherapist and the client is a partnership through which the conditions for change are created in a holistic environment. I use multiple approaches to help a client system make a connection to their own strengths that will give them the resources to meet their challenges with more success. I am a firm believer in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, and I especially love working with systems from the Experiential and Existential approaches to psychotherapy. I believe that change is constant and should be embraced and as we reinvent ourselves in healthy ways, we re-create our lives. As we re-create our lives, we learn to respect and embrace change to continually reinvent ourselves. It's an awesome cycle, isn’t? That is my concept of healthy movement in human development. In essence, my approach to providing services is for the client to eventually not "need" me, but for them to move through the change process where I can transition from being the "emergency mechanic" to the "tune up guy".

A few of my specialties are:

Stress, Anxiety

Family conflicts

Anger management

Self-Esteem and Self-Image

Depression

I'm also highly experienced in:

Coping with life changes

Abandonment issues

Aging Issues

Codependency

Communication challenges

Family challenges

Impulsivity issues

Clinical approaches:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Narrative Therapy

Solution-Focused Therapy

Experiential Therapy

Existential Therapy

Years of Experience: 23

Specialties

Relationship issues Family conflicts Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety Addictions LGBT Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Divorce and separation Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Impulsivity Infidelity Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Personality disorders Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Prejudice and discrimination Self-love Sex addiction Sexuality Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Imago Relationship Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Terry Massey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144586017.

  • LCSW · North Carolina · C005677 · Expires June 2025
  • LISW-CP · South Carolina · 9324 · Expires December 2024

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
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There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Terry Massey

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

36 reviews

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Terry is an amazing therapist. He listens to me and pays close attention to what I am expressing during our sessions. He is super kind, very attentive. He cares. Truly appreciate his presence and guidance to help me get better. Thank you.

Reviewed November 2024

He's been absolutely incredible. I felt uncomfortable at first with the idea of therapy and more specifically virtual therapy. My therapist has completely changed that and I can feel the gradual changes in my life from the subtle challenges and encouragement I'm receiving. 10/10

Reviewed August 2024

Terry is a genuine human who’s very easy to talk to. Your sessions feel more like talking with a friend than a Therapist but at the end you know you’re doing the work.

Reviewed August 2024

Terry is an amazing person. His approach to therapy, especially for someone who has never been in therapy, was perfect. He made me feel safe, calm, and listened to. He was able to get me to open up and share things I had bottled up inside for years. The amount of respect and trust he exudes is second to none.

Reviewed July 2024

Doing great.

Reviewed July 2024

I love Terry's flexibility in supporting the unusual mode of therapy I choose to do. He holds space consciously and powerfully, and creates a safe, powerful container for the work. His highly developed personal consciousness and professional expertise, along with his warmth, compassion, and genuine concern, make him an extraordinary therapist. I recommend Terry enthusiastically!

Reviewed May 2024

Terry is the first therapist that actually helped me. Having bad experience with previous ones, I was skeptical at first, but he showed me how professionally done therapy can help. He is very lively and fun, but also vastly experienced to guide me through difficult stuff. I can feel his great passion for helping people, even after 25 years of being a therapist. It is admirable.

Reviewed May 2024

I really enjoy speaking with Terry. I feel like I can trust and open up to him, and that he really knows how to help me.

Reviewed May 2024

New client and new to all of this, but Mr. Massey has been very helpful and great thus far. I’m like this new lifestyle.

Reviewed April 2024

Terry has been fantastic. I have had other therapists for different reasons in the past and I feel like Terry has been the most active and engaging. I would highly recommend him to anyone who asks.

Reviewed March 2024

Terry is the best therapist I could wish for. Skilled,, he always asks the right questions and get very quickly to the point. He is a great help.

Reviewed February 2024

Massey is a personable person who treats you with respect, yet knows when to challenge you. He's a rapport builder who probes you with difficult questions for you to say the necessary things aloud, for yourself to hear and for him to understand. He looks out for you, like a big brother.

Reviewed January 2024

Terry is a very approachable therapists.

Reviewed December 2023

He’s great

Reviewed November 2023

Terry has been a life changing coach for me. I use the word coach because it truly feels like his guidance and perspective allows me to take a step back and evaluate my next actions. Emotionally and physically he’s been helping me to uplift myself and observe my place in the world and the worlds place in my life. I would highly recommend Terry to anyone struggling through a variety of situations or roadblocks. He’s an amazing man!

Reviewed September 2023

When I started talking with Terry, it was my first time ever talking to a therapist in any form. I was nervous and guarded even going into the first session, but I needed the help. He has helped me beyond compare, I really appreciate the talks and guidance. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking help.

Reviewed March 2023

Terry is great at providing understanding and resources for me on my journey ! Highly Recommend

Reviewed April 2023

Since I been in therapy Terry has been an amazing listener and most importantly has given me useful tools to help with some things that I have been struggling with.

Reviewed January 2023

From my experience so far Terry has always been very helpful with understanding my issues and finding ways to talk to you in a way that's easy to understand.

Reviewed January 2023

Terry is a great therapist. Always a good listener. Our conversations were the right mix between talking and listening. I appreciated that aspect. I would recommend Terry to anyone seeking a supportive outlet during tough times.

Reviewed November 2022

Terry is a great therapist. He is very personable. Always professional, and down to earth

Reviewed November 2022

Experienced my first session and I allay know I’ll be continuing my services with Mr. Terry!! I feel as if it is a judgement free safe space professional I’ve been searching for.

Reviewed July 2022

Wonderful

Reviewed July 2022

Terry has been so awesome, he don’t just hear what I say but he takes the time to analyze it, ask more question to better understand, then continues to get me thinking and challenge me to dig deeper in my head and heart. He is great about checking in before and after our sessions, always providing support and encouragement. I would recommend him to anyone, especially anyone 18-28 as he is easy to talk to, he makes it very clear that there is no pressure or judgement with anything you may or may not share. He is the passenger in your car who plays good music and helps with navigation but doesn’t sit there telling you how to drive like a parent does.

Reviewed June 2022

Terry is such a good therapist. He definitely broke many preconceived notions I had about coming to a therapist. Hands down I feel as though I have a friend who is looking out for me and helping me navigate where I am, as well as where I want to be. Thank you so much Terry, you’ve helped me more than you know. Through this experience I’ve been able to frame things differently and understand myself and my psyche much more. With all the stress I have in my life I feel as though I am better equipped to navigate it with everything I have going on. I can go on and on, but long story short, I am grateful and so appreciative to have Terry as my Therapist! Thank you so much for your love, encouragement, support, and friendship! It means so much more than you know. Thank you for helping navigate what I have on my plate. You Rock!!!

Reviewed June 2022

I appreciate Terry a lot as a therapist. He's a kind man and he really listens and offers great advice. My only issue is that he is too affectionate in his choice of words, for example: choosing to say "I love you" at the end of appointments. Due to bad experiences in the past, it makes me very uneasy as a person who is assigned female at birth to be told this by a man in a position of power. I know he means absolutely bad by it whatsoever, but I don't feel comfortable enough to continue therapy with him. I think it's inappropriate for a therapist to be this affectionate with clients, but not everyone feels the same way and this may work very well for others. I genuinely want to wish Terry the best and thank him for the therapy sessions he offered. I did learn a lot from him.

Reviewed June 2022

Terry is amazing ! I cannot ask for a better friend to help me understand and sort out life problems. He is such an amazing person.

Reviewed June 2022

I wish I had more time with Terry, he’s great as my first therapist

Reviewed June 2022

Terry has been incredibly easy to talk to, very professional and with lots of good guidance. Overall a great experience!

Reviewed May 2022

Terry loves to challenge your way of thinking in order to bring out the best in you. Extremely communicative and quick to get back to you. Couldn't recommend a better therapist.

Reviewed April 2022

Awesome

Reviewed April 2022

Terry is awesome, the man has gone above and beyond to work with my schedule and is constantly trying to get work in. He genuinely wants to see you succeed.

Reviewed March 2022

Terry is a very nice and intelligent person. He has been attentive to me and has helped me quite a bit.

Reviewed March 2022

Terry is very helpful, kind, and is a great listener. He understands how to relate to people very well. He also does a great job of reaching out between sessions to help you stay engaged and is very flexible. I would recommend Terry to anybody!

Reviewed March 2022

Very pleasant to talk to.

Reviewed March 2022

A kind and warm hearted therapist with whom I feel comfortable.

Reviewed March 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Terry Massey offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Terry Massey works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Terry Massey speak?

Terry Massey speaks English.

How many years of experience does Terry Massey have?

Terry Massey has 26 years of experience.

Where is Terry Massey licensed to practice?

Terry Massey is licensed to practice in North Carolina and South Carolina.

Does Terry Massey accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Terry Massey accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Terry Massey offer?

Terry Massey offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Imago Relationship Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Terry Massey?

Terry Massey can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

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