A place to heal your mind and body

Helping clients dealing with histories of trauma, anxiety, or depression find their path to healing using the science of the body, the modern art of talk therapy, and the ancient practice of yoga.

Do you notice……

….that as much as you want to live in this moment, you find yourself being pulled into the past or worrying about the future. You can’t focus or concentrate on your life or work. You can’t breathe, your heart races, your stomach hurts, your head aches, you feel frozen, or you feel nothing at all. You find yourself getting hooked into so many negative thoughts about yourself and worry about all the bad things that might happen. Part of you wonders if you are going crazy. Part of you wonders if it will always be like this.

Imagine that you can handle everyday stressors even better and feel more connected to the here and now. You can breathe a little easier and have a little less pain through the day. You can find yourself focusing more on the positive and excited about the future. You can release the trauma that has kept you from moving forward in your life.

Lake Norman Mind and Body Connection understands and is here to help you reach these goals and more. LKNMBC is a private counseling practice in the Huntersville, NC area founded by Amber Pearce, LCHMC, RYT® 200. Amber created this practice in 2020 as a place to combine her years of experience in traditional talk therapy, mind/body therapies such as EMDR and Brainspotting, and yoga in one location to help clients heal in the communities of Huntersville, Cornelius, and Davidson.

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Getting Started

The first step in beginning services with Lake Norman Mind and Body Connection is to click here to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation. During this consultation, Amber will gather information about your treatment needs and answer any questions you might have about the practice. After the consultation, Amber will send you the links to complete all treatment paperwork through a secure web site and you can then schedule your first appointment.

During your therapy assessment, you can talk more in-depth about your history, current functioning, and treatment goals. This assessment can last anywhere from 1 hour to 1.5 hours and can occur in person or virtually through the client portal. Once the assessment is complete, you and Amber will develop a plan for therapy and/or yoga and discuss treatment frequency.

In person and online therapeutic options

Individual therapy can be provided in person or online through Zoom. The preference is for at least the first yoga session to be in person so that Amber can ensure your safety but online sessions can be discussed.

 

Visiting The Office

In person therapy and yoga occurs in a quiet, private office located inside the iShine Yoga & Wellness building in Huntersville, NC. There is plenty of free parking just outside the building.

Clients are welcome to bring snacks, beverages, blankets, or any other comfort items that feel helpful to their sessions. There are plenty of fidget toys, pillows, a yoga mat, an exercise ball, and space to move your body as needed in session.

Please know that there is incense and other fragrances used throughout the building so if you have sensitivities to smell, virtual services might be good fit for you. If you have other sensory sensitivities, please let Amber know so accommodations can be discussed.

Walk and talk therapy sessions outside are available during nice weather.

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Mind and Body Connection

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Have you ever noticed that when you leave a concert, you are usually in a good mood? There are a few reasons that could be possible, but one of them could be that you were singing, which so helpful for our mood. Singing happens because we are exhaling air and vibrating the vocal cords, both of which activate the vagus nerve, which brings calm to the nervous system. So next time you are wanting to shift your mood, find your favorite music selection and sing away. Bonus points if you use this picture as inspiration and sing along with an AC/DC album because that is one of my go-to bands when I need a mood change. 😀 #bodyaware #singformentalhealth #exhalebreath #vagusnerve #knowyourbody #bodyinmentalhealth #lkntherapist #traumatherapist #depressiontherapist #anxietytherapist #huntersvilletherapist #corneliustherapist #davidsontherapist #mentalhealthcounselor
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Today’s mental health tip is the bane of every 3-year old’s existence and the dream of many adults in the afternoon. If you are struggling mentally, find a quiet spot and take a 10-30 minute nap. Taking a short nap has been shown to lower stress, lower anxiety, improve reaction time, and increase productivity. Naps longer than 30 minutes can actually do more harm in these areas than good so make sure to set an alarm to keep your nap in the helpful column. #nappingismyfavorite #knowbetterdobetter #bodyaware #knowyourbody #bodyinmentalhealth #lkntherapist #traumatherapist #depressiontherapist #anxietytherapist #huntersvilletherapist #corneliustherapist #davidsontherapist #mentalhealthcounselor
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Gardening has been been around as long as humans. But did you know in addition to providing food or flowers, gardening can also support your mental health? Putting your hands in the dirt can lift your mood and improve attention span over time. You’ll also get the health benefits of fresh air, sunlight, exercise, and reconnecting with the grounding energy of the earth. Your flowers and your health will thank you. #knowbetterdobetter #bodyaware #knowyourbody #bodyinmentalhealth #lkntherapist #traumatherapist #depressiontherapist #anxietytherapist #huntersvilletherapist #corneliustherapist #davidsontherapist #mentalhealthcounselor #gardeningformentalhealth
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There is something about large bodies of water that speak to us as humans. "Water is dynamic. It has different colors. It's moving. And so your attention is on that rather than all the noise out there. Also, floating allows your body to rest, and it holds our attention." -Dr. Natalie Azar. Even if you aren’t near a body of water, there is some research that even looking at pictures of large bodies of water can boost your mental mental health, especially when you add water sounds. So whether its sitting by the lake, ocean, or your computer, let the sensations of water wash over you when you need a mood lift.
Call me a broken record, but I can’t share posts about supporting your mental health without talking about yoga. Yoga, meditation, and breathing have an abundance of research backing their benefits for mental health. If you are interested in le
Call me a broken record, but I can’t share posts about supporting your mental health without talking about yoga. Yoga, meditation, and breathing have an abundance of research backing their benefits for mental health. If you are interested in learning about more about yoga for your mental health, please reach out to me because I’d love to share more. #yogaformentalhealth #yogateacher #yogafordepression #yogaforanxiety #yogafortrauma #mentalhealth #lknyoga
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Researchers have found that people with pets have lower cortisol levels, lower blood pressure, lower risk of heart attacks, as well as lower levels of depression. I know its hard to stay upset when I’m hugging Cooper like this so I can definitely support this research. #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthcopingskills #lkntherapist #traumatherapist #depressiontherapist #anxietytherapist #huntersvilletherapist #corneliustherapist #davidsontherapist #mentalhealthcounselor #doodlesofinstagram #therapydog #therapydogintraining #labradoodle
There is not much that works faster or more consistently to bring your mind and body back into harmony than a good laugh. Did you know that laughter can improve your mood, decrease pain, build up your immune system, and protect you from the physical
There is not much that works faster or more consistently to bring your mind and body back into harmony than a good laugh. Did you know that laughter can improve your mood, decrease pain, build up your immune system, and protect you from the physical side effects of stress? There is so much power in laughter and as adults, we just don’t laugh enough. One of my favorite ways to get some laughter in my life is to watch an episode of Friends or to find memes from clips of the show. So if you are feeling a little off, find something that makes you laugh, whether it’s a tv show/movie, your dog, or your favorite meme and have a little laugh. Your mind and body will thank you. #laughteristhebestmedicine #laughalittle #knowbetterdobetter #bodyaware #knowyourbody #bodyinmentalhealth #lkntherapist #traumatherapist #depressiontherapist #anxietytherapist #huntersvilletherapist #corneliustherapist #davidsontherapist #mentalhealthcounselor #
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I have shared or will be sharing more on some of the ideas in this picture. But, I love the overall idea it gives us. By doing specific activities your body, you will shift your body’s chemical balance, which will then shift your mood. Its so fascinating to me how the mind and body are connected in this way. #knowbetterdobetter #bodyaware #knowyourbody #bodyinmentalhealth #lkntherapist #traumatherapist #depressiontherapist #anxietytherapist #huntersvilletherapist #corneliustherapist #davidsontherapist #mentalhealthcounselor #emdrtherapist #brainspottingtherapist #yogateacher #yogaformentalhealth
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One of my favorite new skills for providing regulation to the nervous system is using bilateral music. This music uses tones embedded inside of a song that slowly alternate from ear to ear to take the brain’s focus off uncomfortable thoughts, which can provide a relaxation response. My favorite tracks of bilateral music are on the YouTube channel Destined Dynamics. They have a wide range of music on the channel that are offered free of charge, including a 10-hour track that some clients use overnight to sleep. The key with this music is you need to either use headphones or a surround sound system so you can distinguish between the alternating tones. I like to use bone conducting headphones, but any type of headphone will work beautifully. I am including the link below if you are interested in trying it it. #lkntherapist #traumatherapist #depressiontherapist #anxietytherapist #huntersvilletherapist #corneliustherapist #davidsontherapist #mentalhealthcounselor #emdrtherapist #brainspottingtherapist #yogateacher #yogaformentalhealth
Positive psychology teaches us that expressing gratitude to others can support our mental health. I share this meme in honor of #maythe4thbewithyou to encourage you to think of 1 person you are grateful for and share with your feelings with them. And
Positive psychology teaches us that expressing gratitude to others can support our mental health. I share this meme in honor of #maythe4thbewithyou to encourage you to think of 1 person you are grateful for and share with your feelings with them. And then, notice how you feel after you’ve shared it. #gratitude #grateful #31daysofmentalwellness #huntersvilletherapist #corneliustherapist #davidsontherapist #mentalhealthcounselor #positivepsychology
Have you ever noticed that when you leave a concert, you are usually in a good mood? There are a few reasons that could be possible, but one of them could be that you were singing, which so helpful for our mood. Singing happens because we are exhalin Today’s mental health tip is the bane of every 3-year old’s existence and the dream of many adults in the afternoon. If you are struggling mentally, find a quiet spot and take a 10-30 minute nap. Taking a short nap has been shown to lower Gardening has been been around as long as humans. But did you know in addition to providing food or flowers, gardening can also support your mental health? Putting your hands in the dirt can lift your mood and improve attention span over time. You&rs There is something about large bodies of water that speak to us as humans. "Water is dynamic. It has different colors. It's moving. And so your attention is on that rather than all the noise out there. Also, floating allows your body to rest, an Call me a broken record, but I can’t share posts about supporting your mental health without talking about yoga. Yoga, meditation, and breathing have an abundance of research backing their benefits for mental health. If you are interested in le Researchers have found that people with pets have lower cortisol levels, lower blood pressure, lower risk of heart attacks, as well as lower levels of depression. I know its hard to stay upset when I’m hugging Cooper like this so I can definite There is not much that works faster or more consistently to bring your mind and body back into harmony than a good laugh. Did you know that laughter can improve your mood, decrease pain, build up your immune system, and protect you from the physical I have shared or will be sharing more on some of the ideas in this picture. But, I love the overall idea it gives us. By doing specific activities your body, you will shift your body’s chemical balance, which will then shift your mood. Its so f One of my favorite new skills for providing regulation to the nervous system is using bilateral music. This music uses tones embedded inside of a song that slowly alternate from ear to ear to take the brain’s focus off uncomfortable thoughts, w Positive psychology teaches us that expressing gratitude to others can support our mental health. I share this meme in honor of #maythe4thbewithyou to encourage you to think of 1 person you are grateful for and share with your feelings with them. And

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