Boyd Wilson, MSW, LCAS, LCSW
I have a deep respect for my clients who live with mental health and/or substance abuse issues. I believe that a strong therapeutic alliance, between myself and the client, based on trust, warmth, empathy and mutual respect is crucial to the healing relationship. I further believe that each client possesses their own personal strengths and that by providing an environment wherein the client discovers or rediscovers ways to utilize these strengths, the client sets themself on the path to healing.
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Education
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As a life-long resident of Raleigh I chose to earn my Bachelor of Science degree from Clemson University and returned to the Triangle to earn a Master of Social Work degree with Substance Abuse Certification from UNC-Chapel Hill. My work with adolescents and adults is with a variety of mental health issues including stress/anxiety, mood disorders and personality disorders. I'm also experienced in working with adolescents and adults with substance use issues as well as the families of those who struggle with substance use or other mental health issues. One of my areas of special interest is working with clients who live with both a substance use and a mental health issue.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. |
Professional Experience
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My work experience in mental health and substance abuse counseling covers a wide range. I've done clinical work in a VA Hospital mental health clinic as well as substance abuse counseling and mental health counseling in both inpatient and outpatient treatment programs. Currently, when I'm not seeing patients a Wilson Counseling Services, I may be found at the Durham VA Healthcare System as a Psychiatric Social Worker, working with Veterans experiencing Psychiatric crises. I am a guest lecturer at the UNC-Chapel Hill Graduate School of Social Work as well as Wake Tech Community College's substance abuse counseling program. I have experience in both individual and group therapy and utilize, among others, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and motivational interviewing techniques in my work with clients. I am also experienced in facilitating and teaching mindfulness meditation to my patients as well as a variety of relaxation skills and grounding techniques.
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