Counseling Practice – Wilmington Counseling
Zoya Picklesimer, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS, leads Wilmington Counseling from a private practice office at 5031 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, North Carolina 28403. Picklesimer holds licensure as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, and a Certified Clinical Supervisor. The practice website describes her as a seasoned counselor with over a decade of clinical experience. She holds Level 3 training in couples counseling through the Gottman Method, reflecting advanced specialization in relationship-focused work.
Individual mental health counseling at the practice addresses ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger management, grief, and substance use, among other presenting issues. Couples counseling services span a wide range of relational concerns, including communication difficulties, infidelity recovery, financial disagreements, high-conflict dynamics, premarital counseling, and divorce navigation. The practice also offers family conflict resolution, life coaching, parenting support, pregnancy and postpartum counseling, and codependency treatment.
Clinical modalities in use at Wilmington Counseling include the Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Couples Therapy (CBCT), and mindfulness-based approaches. The practice emphasizes tailoring treatment to the specific needs and goals of each client. Session formats include both in-person appointments at the Oleander Drive office and teletherapy delivered through a secure video platform, supporting clients who prefer or require remote access to care.
Insurance plans are accepted at the practice, and self-pay options are available for clients without applicable coverage. A request form on the practice website allows prospective clients to initiate a consultation inquiry. Specific session rates and a full list of accepted insurance carriers are available through direct contact with the practice.
The range of specialty areas at Wilmington Counseling spans both individual and relational concerns, making it a resource for clients dealing with substance use in combination with mental health issues as well as those navigating complex family or couples dynamics. The Gottman Method Level 3 credential cited for Picklesimer indicates advanced coursework and supervised practice beyond foundational couples training, as described on the practice website. The Oleander Drive office location in Wilmington serves clients across the greater Cape Fear region of North Carolina.
Contact: phone (910) 685-6928.