Starting Point, Counseling & Wellness — Psychotherapist in Charlotte, NC

5.0★★★★★★★★★★(7 reviews)

Address352 N Caswell Rd NC, Charlotte, NC 28204

Phone+1704-215-4188

Websitestartingpointcw.com

Starting Point Counseling & Wellness offers psychotherapy services in Charlotte, North Carolina. The practice, co-founded by Dana Pennington and Jenee Thorsell, emphasizes a collaborative, personal, and safe therapeutic environment. They focus on helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Therapists at Starting Point aim to provide clients with tools for lasting change, fostering a sense of being seen, supported, and empowered. Their approach integrates clinical skill with genuine care and presence, facilitating insight, clarity, and internal growth. The practice is committed to honoring client stories and supporting their journey toward healing and thriving.

Best for

  • Individuals seeking personal growth
  • Couples needing relationship support
  • Clients navigating anxiety or depression
  • Those exploring identity or life transitions
Key servicesIndividual therapy, Couples counseling, Past life regression, Clinical hypnosis, Internal Family Systems
Tagspsychotherapy, counseling, charlotte nc, individual therapy, couples therapy, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, hypnosis

Reviews on Google5.0 · 7 reviews

★★★★★★★★★★Sarah SmithFeb 2025

Jenee is a fantastic therapist. I worked with her for about four years before I left NC and could not be more grateful for her and the what I learned from all of our sessions. I highly recommend this practice.

★★★★★★★★★★Eric EDec 2024

Dana Pennington is an incredible therapist and one of the best I’ve ever worked with. Her ability to balance providing meaningful insights with encouraging my own self-discovery made her the perfect fit for me. Dana’s approachable nature and quick rapport-building helped me feel comfortable opening up right from the start. Over the two years I worked with her, I experienced significant personal growth, much of which I attribute directly to her guidance and support. I’m forever grateful to have been referred to her, and I highly recommend Dana to anyone seeking a compassionate, skilled, and impactful therapist. You won’t go wrong here!

★★★★★★★★★★Gwen HarrisNov 2024

Dana Pennington at Starting Point Counseling is an incredible therapist who excels in supporting clients through life's challenges. Her compassionate approach, expertise in individual therapy, and focus on helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, and personal growth make her an invaluable resource. Dana is a trusted colleague, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone seeking high-quality mental health care.

★★★★★★★★★★Amelia WinchesterNov 2024

I have been working with Jenee for about a year now. First time going to therapy and I know it can be hard to find a good match. I am so grateful to have found Jenee. She is empathic, intuitive, and uses mindfulness and other therapeutic techniques which I greatly appreciate. She is meant for this work and I highly recommend!

★★★★★★★★★★Victoria RomanNov 2024

Dana and Jenee offer great insight and perspective. They truly care about their clients' well-being and it shows in every way. I have personally referred Starting Point Counseling and Wellness to friends and will continue to!

★★★★★★★★★★Alicia GeboJul 2024

I recently attended a hypnosis therapy session with Jenee, and I must admit, I was quite skeptical at first. With my overactive mind, I was unsure if this would be effective for me. However, the experience turned out to be nothing short of amazing! From the moment the session began, Jenee’s calming presence and professional demeanor put me at ease. The techniques used were highly effective in guiding me into a state of deep relaxation and heightened focus. Despite my initial doubts, I found myself fully immersed. The results were truly life-changing. The session helped me address underlying issues that I had struggled with for years. I left feeling more in tune with myself and equipped with new tools to manage my thoughts and emotions. I am incredibly grateful for this transformative experience and highly recommend this service to anyone considering hypnosis therapy. It exceeded all my expectations and has made a significant positive impact!

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