What began as a single therapist’s mission to provide authentic, trauma-informed care has grown into a multidisciplinary practice serving individuals, couples, and families across North and South Carolina. Dr. Nanci Stafford founded Stafford and Associates Counseling Group with a vision to create a compassionate, collaborative space where both clients and clinicians could thrive.

At Stafford and Associates Counseling, we believe that every person carries an inherent capacity for healing, growth, and resilience. Our philosophy is rooted in the understanding that lasting change comes from a balance of self-awareness, emotional connection, and practical tools for everyday life.

We are dedicated to providing evidence-based, individualized therapy that honors the unique story of each client. Whether addressing trauma, relationship patterns, anxiety, depression, or life transitions, our clinicians integrate advanced modalities, such as Schema Therapy, attachment-based approaches, and emotionally focused therapy to foster meaningful and lasting transformation.

Above all, we prioritize our clients’ growth and well-being. We walk alongside them as they gain insight, build confidence, and reconnect with their authentic selves. We help clients not only navigate life’s challenges but truly flourish.