Meet Our Therapists
Our skilled mental health counselors offer integrative telehealth counseling for individuals and families throughout North Carolina.
Troy Kane (Founder)
Troy Kane is the founder of The Counseling Clinic and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor in North Carolina. With more than 20 years of experience supporting people through life’s challenges and transitions, he brings warmth, perspective, and a collaborative approach to his telehealth counseling work.
Troy helps clients explore what matters to them, understand patterns, and work toward meaningful change. His approach draws on cognitive behavioral and mindfulness practices, informed by his experience with wilderness and animal-assisted therapy. He also provides clinical supervision and professional consultation, supporting counselors as they develop their skills and confidence.
Beyond his clinical work, Troy leads retreat experiences that bring together shared adventure, time in nature, and space for reflection and remembrance. His interest in connection also extends to creative storytelling: he is currently developing the Chewbacca book series, beginning with Chewbacca Moves to Wilmington.
Caroline Gregory
Caroline Gregory is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who provides individual therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Her areas of work include, but are not limited to, supporting those experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, postpartum women, grief, relationship issues, communication issues, bullying, low self-esteem, self-criticism, addiction, and substance use disorders. Caroline also has experience in providing faith-integrated counseling for Christian clients.
Her theoretical approach is integrative and dynamic, based on each client’s individual needs and interests. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-Based approaches, Christian Counseling, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Caroline’s therapeutic style is collaborative, genuine, creative, and at times, humorous. Caroline strives to offer a warm, encouraging, and nonjudgmental space where clients can be themselves.
Patricia Talton
Patricia is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who provides individual therapy to adults. Her areas of specialty include anxiety, trauma, depression, life transitions, and Christian counseling. Patricia is an EMDR-trained therapist and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with her MA from Liberty University.
Patricia's theoretical approaches include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and nervous system regulation techniques.
"My goal is for you to feel seen and heard in a safe and nonjudgmental environment that will foster your healing and growth. Imagine a life where your relationships feel authentic and connected. Work doesn't feel impossible and overwhelming. You're connected to yourself and in tune with your body.
Your past no longer dictates your day-to-day living."
-Patricia
Patricia Talton
Patricia is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who provides individual therapy to adults. Her areas of specialty include anxiety, trauma, depression, life transitions, and Christian counseling. Patricia is an EMDR-trained therapist and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with her MA from Liberty University.
Patricia's theoretical approaches include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and nervous system regulation techniques.
"My goal is for you to feel seen and heard in a safe and nonjudgmental environment that will foster your healing and growth. Imagine a life where your relationships feel authentic and connected. Work doesn't feel impossible and overwhelming. You're connected to yourself and in tune with your body.
Your past no longer dictates your day-to-day living."
-Patricia
George Tabb
George is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides specialized, individual therapy to adults. George is committed to offering a focused, supportive environment that helps clients move forward with clarity and confidence. He offers a warm, grounded presence and evidence-based care for individuals seeking efficient, meaningful relief from trauma, anxiety, and depression.
George specializes in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), with a focus on Intensive EMDR treatment. George provides personalized EMDR Intensives designed for clients who need flexibility and faster access to support. George's approach is ideal for busy parents, professionals, and anyone whose schedule makes weekly therapy overwhelming.
George believes that it may be time for a new approach to longstanding challenges, and his approach provides a new way forward. George aims to help his clients engage deeply in counseling sessions and move toward their goals on a timeline that fits their lives.
George Tabb
George is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides specialized, individual therapy to adults. George is committed to offering a focused, supportive environment that helps clients move forward with clarity and confidence. He offers a warm, grounded presence and evidence-based care for individuals seeking efficient, meaningful relief from trauma, anxiety, and depression.
George specializes in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), with a focus on Intensive EMDR treatment. George provides personalized EMDR Intensives designed for clients who need flexibility and faster access to support. George's approach is ideal for busy parents, professionals, and anyone whose schedule makes weekly therapy overwhelming.
George believes that it may be time for a new approach to longstanding challenges, and his approach provides a new way forward. George aims to help his clients engage deeply in counseling sessions and move toward their goals on a timeline that fits their lives.
Abigail Waldrop
Abigail is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) who is committed to supporting individuals across a wide range of life circumstances and mental health concerns. She works collaboratively with clients to strengthen self-esteem, manage anxiety, and promote overall emotional well-being in a supportive and compassionate therapeutic environment.
Abigail has experience working with individuals navigating ADHD, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, trauma-related disorders (including PTSD), grief and loss, mood disorders (including bipolar disorder), and schizophrenia. Her approach is client-centered and informed by evidence-based practices, with an emphasis on meeting each individual where they are and tailoring treatment to their unique needs and goals.
She earned her undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina Wilmington and completed her graduate education at Liberty University, graduating in May 2024. As an LCMHCA, Abigail practices under supervision and is dedicated to continued professional growth and ethical, high-quality care.
Abigail brings warmth, empathy, and a strong commitment to helping clients build insight, resilience, and meaningful change as they move toward improved mental health and well-being.
Philip Waugh
Philip is completing a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling through Northwestern University, and he is actively seeing clients under Troy's supervision.
Philip is working to obtain licensure as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of North Carolina.
As a Counseling Intern, Philip is able to dedicate time and energy to a smaller number of clients, ensuring quality counseling services supported by weekly supervision from multiple skilled supervisors. His approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Theory, Narrative Therapy, and other evidence-based practices tailored to each individual's unique needs.
Philip practices using up-to-date and relevant theoretical and therapeutic models sourced from Northwestern University's nationally recognized mental health counseling program.
Philip Waugh
Philip is completing a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling through Northwestern University, and he is actively seeing clients under Troy's supervision.
Philip is working to obtain licensure as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of North Carolina.
As a Counseling Intern, Philip is able to dedicate time and energy to a smaller number of clients, ensuring quality counseling services supported by weekly supervision from multiple skilled supervisors. His approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Theory, Narrative Therapy, and other evidence-based practices tailored to each individual's unique needs.
Philip practices using up-to-date and relevant theoretical and therapeutic models sourced from Northwestern University's nationally recognized mental health counseling program.
Samantha Blue
Samantha is completing a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling through Northwestern University and is currently seeing clients under the supervision of Troy Kane, LCMHCS.
She is working toward licensure as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in the state of North Carolina.
As a counseling intern, Samantha maintains a smaller caseload, allowing her to devote focused time, care, and attention to each client. Her clinical work is supported by regular supervision, ensuring thoughtful, ethical, and high-quality counseling services.
Samantha’s therapeutic approach is grounded primarily in Existential Theory, with an integrative use of Person-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She is committed to meeting each individual where they are and tailoring therapy to the unique experiences, goals, and needs of every client.
Samantha Blue
Samantha is completing a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling through Northwestern University and is currently seeing clients under the supervision of Troy Kane, LCMHCS.
She is working toward licensure as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in the state of North Carolina.
As a counseling intern, Samantha maintains a smaller caseload, allowing her to devote focused time, care, and attention to each client. Her clinical work is supported by regular supervision, ensuring thoughtful, ethical, and high-quality counseling services.
Samantha’s therapeutic approach is grounded primarily in Existential Theory, with an integrative use of Person-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She is committed to meeting each individual where they are and tailoring therapy to the unique experiences, goals, and needs of every client.
Chelsea Khan
Chelsea is completing her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University, a CACREP-accredited program. She provides counseling services as a Counselor-in-Training under the supervision of Troy Kane, LCMHCS, and other CCU CACREP-approved supervisors. Chelsea is working toward licensure as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) in North Carolina.
Her approach is integrative, culturally sensitive, trauma-aware, and neuroscience-informed. She recognizes that trauma and other difficult life experiences can influence emotions, relationships, beliefs, and patterns of responding. Chelsea draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and other evidence-based approaches.
Chelsea is passionate about helping clients understand the experiences, beliefs, and patterns that shape their identities, relationships, and lives. She works collaboratively with clients to cultivate self-awareness, healing, resilience, and meaningful change.
Chelsea Khan
Chelsea is completing her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Colorado Christian University, a CACREP-accredited program. She provides counseling services as a Counselor-in-Training under the supervision of Troy Kane, LCMHCS, and other CCU CACREP-approved supervisors. Chelsea is working toward licensure as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) in North Carolina.
Her approach is integrative, culturally sensitive, trauma-aware, and neuroscience-informed. She recognizes that trauma and other difficult life experiences can influence emotions, relationships, beliefs, and patterns of responding. Chelsea draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and other evidence-based approaches.
Chelsea is passionate about helping clients understand the experiences, beliefs, and patterns that shape their identities, relationships, and lives. She works collaboratively with clients to cultivate self-awareness, healing, resilience, and meaningful change.