Corey Winston, LCSW

Corey Winston is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has worked in the mental health field since 2007, serving children and adults across intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health, and substance use populations. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Master of Social Work from The University of North Carolina at Pembroke, and he uses that training to support people as they manage symptoms, build skills, and pursue meaningful goals.

Over the past 13 years Corey has gained broad experience in community and clinical settings, and he has provided formal therapy for five years. He brings a nonjudgmental approach to work with individuals facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, anger, low self-esteem, career transitions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and other life changes.

Corey is motivated by a commitment to help people access services, make informed choices, pursue aspirations, and participate fully in their communities with dignity and respect. He strives to reduce bias and meet each person where they are, offering supportive, evidence-informed care and a collaborative stance as clients work toward their goals.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Corey uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skill building and recovery. One approach centers on skills-based strategies that teach coping tools for stress, anxiety, anger, and everyday challenges - these techniques help people manage symptoms and improve functioning in daily life. Another focus is trauma-informed care, which emphasizes understanding the impact of trauma and creating a steady, respectful plan for processing difficult experiences and improving safety and regulation. He also offers structured support for individuals working on addiction recovery, emphasizing relapse prevention planning and strategies to strengthen motivation and routine.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Corey works collaboratively with each person to determine what methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He tailors sessions over time, adjusting techniques as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for busy schedules and varied living situations. These options make it easier to access consistent care, fit sessions into work or family commitments, and maintain momentum between appointments while working with licensed professionals and therapists.