LMV Counseling, PLLC

LMV Counseling, PLLC Psychotherapy services for mental health and substance use Helping you manage stress, prioritize self-care and live a fulfilling life.

LMV Counseling aims to provide a safe space for you to receive the tools and support needed to heal.

06/14/2026

Ever wonder what EMDR stands for?

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.

It is an evidence based therapy that helps the brain and body process painful memories so they feel less activating in the present.

Rather than staying stuck in old patterns or emotional responses, EMDR can help create more space for healing and forward movement.

LMV Counseling has several therapists trained in EMDR who support clients navigating trauma and difficult life experiences.

Learn more at lmvcounseling.com

What is something you wish more people understood about healing?Healing is not always visible.Sometimes it looks like se...
06/09/2026

What is something you wish more people understood about healing?

Healing is not always visible.

Sometimes it looks like setting boundaries. Sometimes it looks like grieving, resting, starting over, or choosing different patterns even when it feels uncomfortable.

It is rarely quick, linear, or neat.

Share your answer below. This is a conversation more people need to hear.

06/04/2026

In Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, your mindset (“set”) and environment (“setting”) can shape your experience and support deeper healing. How you feel going into a session, the intentions you bring, and the space you are in all play an important role in the therapeutic process.

Creating a calm, supportive environment helps you feel safer exploring emotions, patterns, and insights that may come up during treatment. Preparation is not just part of the process, it is part of what makes the work meaningful.

Learn more about our approach: https://lmvcounseling.com

You do not have to shrink yourself to feel accepted.Pride Month can bring up a lot. Pride, yes, but also vulnerability, ...
06/02/2026

You do not have to shrink yourself to feel accepted.

Pride Month can bring up a lot. Pride, yes, but also vulnerability, fear, or the weight of past experiences where it didn’t feel safe to be fully seen.

There is nothing wrong with you for wanting a space where you can just be.

Therapy can be that space. A place where your identity is respected, your story matters, and you don’t have to edit yourself to belong.

This month, and every month, we stand with the LGBTQ+ community with care, respect, and compassion.

https://lmvcounseling.com

05/28/2026

Feeling anxious or overwhelmed? Take a moment to pause and take a breath.

Mallory, an LCSW, shares a simple grounding technique that can help bring you back to the present moment.

It’s called the 5 4 3 2 1 method. When anxiety starts to build, gently look around and notice:

5 things you can see
4 things you can feel
3 things you can hear
2 things you can smell
1 thing you can taste

This practice can help shift your focus out of racing thoughts and back into your body, creating a sense of steadiness in the moment.

You can come back to this anytime you need a reset.
Save this for later, or share it with someone who might need it too.

05/25/2026

Going somewhere new can feel a little scary, especially when it matters. Even taking the first step through the door can come with a lot of unknowns.

We hope this small glimpse into the walk to our office helps things feel a bit more familiar before you arrive. Sometimes knowing what to expect, even just a little, can make it easier to get started.

Our goal is to create a space that feels calm, welcoming, and safe from the moment you walk in. You do not have to have everything figured out before you come. You can take it one step at a time.

We are here to meet you where you are.
https://lmvcounseling.com/

05/21/2026

Feeling frustrated when your healing feels like two steps forward and one step back?

That is often how it goes. Healing is not linear, and part of the process is learning how to stay with it, even when it feels uneven.

In ketamine assisted psychotherapy, we are not looking for instant change. We are paying attention to the small moments of insight along the way. Those moments can gently build into something more meaningful over time.

This work is supported through three phases. Preparation, where we build trust and set intentions. Dosing, where you are supported in a safe and steady environment. And integration, where we begin to make sense of what came up and bring it into your daily life.

Relief does not always happen all at once. It often builds gradually, session by session.

You do not have to have everything figured out. You just have to be open to taking the next step ✨

Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy services are provided through our sister company, Go Inward (), and are not administered through LMV Counseling or covered by insurance.

We’re growing our team at LMV Counseling 💛If you’re a licensed therapist looking for a supportive, collaborative practic...
05/18/2026

We’re growing our team at LMV Counseling 💛

If you’re a licensed therapist looking for a supportive, collaborative practice where you can do meaningful work without burning out in isolation, we’d love to hear from you.

At LMV, we believe therapists thrive when they feel supported too. That’s why we offer a flexible, team-centered environment with steady referrals, strong clinical support, and a culture rooted in connection, mindfulness, and care.

We’re currently inviting experienced clinicians who value independence, collaboration, and evidence-based care to explore joining our team.

If this sounds like the kind of practice you’ve been looking for, learn more and apply here:
https://lmvcounseling.com/join-our-team/

There are a lot of assumptions about what therapy is and what therapists are like.At LMV, we believe therapy should feel...
05/14/2026

There are a lot of assumptions about what therapy is and what therapists are like.

At LMV, we believe therapy should feel steady, respectful, and collaborative. You deserve a space where you can be honest without fear of judgment.

If you have been holding back because of a myth, maybe this is your invitation to ask your questions.

Learn more here:
https://lmvcounseling.com

Curious about EMDR but not sure where to start?Join Lauren Vilar for a beginner-friendly introduction to EMDR (Eye Movem...
05/12/2026

Curious about EMDR but not sure where to start?

Join Lauren Vilar for a beginner-friendly introduction to EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)—a powerful, research-backed therapy used to help people process trauma, anxiety, and overwhelming life experiences. In this live webinar, Lauren will break down how EMDR works, who it’s for, and what you can expect in a session.

Whether you’re exploring therapy for the first time or looking for new ways to support your healing, this is a safe, informative space to learn and ask questions.



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3806 Park Avenue Unit 1
Wilmington, NC
28403

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Monday 9am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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