What should I expect during my first therapy session?

The first session focuses on understanding your history, current challenges, and goals for therapy. It's an opportunity to build rapport with your therapist in Greensboro and discuss which approaches, like EMDR or trauma-focused strategies, will work best.

How are EMDR intensives different from regular therapy sessions?

EMDR intensives condense multiple hours of therapy into consecutive days for focused, uninterrupted work. This approach can accelerate processing and help clients make meaningful progress in a shorter timeframe.

Does your mental health clinic in Greensboro ensure therapy sessions are confidential?

Yes, all sessions are fully confidential in accordance with state laws and professional ethical standards. Your privacy is a top priority in every interaction.

Can therapy be combined with other treatments or supports?

Therapy can complement medications, medical care, or community support programs. Your therapist can coordinate approaches to ensure your overall care is consistent and effective.

How do I get started?

Reach out to our team of trauma therapists in Greensboro so we can learn more about what you need and help connect you with the right service. From there, we can answer questions about scheduling, availability, and the next steps for care.

Meet Ricky King II, LCSWA: A New EMDR-Trained Therapist Joins Battlefield Counseling

<h1>Meet Ricky King II, LCSWA: A New EMDR-Trained Therapist Joins Battlefield Counseling</h1>There is a moment in every recovery story where someone decides they are done carrying the weight alone. At Battlefield Counseling, we have the privilege of walking arm to arm with people through that moment. Today, we are honored to introduce the newest member of our team, Ricky King II, LCSWA, an EMDR-trained therapist whose calm presence and trauma-focused training expand the care we are able to offer our Greensboro community.<h2>Who Is Ricky King II?</h2>Ricky King II joins Battlefield Counseling as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) with specialized training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), one of the most effective, evidence-based approaches for treating trauma and PTSD.His path to this work was shaped by a clear conviction: that healing should be accessible, human, and never lonely. Ricky brings a steady, grounded style to the therapy room, one that helps clients feel safe enough to slow down, look inward, and begin the work of reprocessing what has been holding them back.Whether someone is arriving at therapy for the first time or returning after other approaches have stalled, Ricky meets them where they are.<h2>What Ricky Brings to Battlefield Counseling</h2>Battlefield Counseling was built on a simple idea: an entire team trained in trauma work, ready to walk with clients through what feels hardest. Ricky strengthens that promise.EMDR Training. Ricky is EMDR-trained, which means he can guide clients through the structured, evidence-based process that helps the brain reprocess traumatic memories so they lose their charge. EMDR is a cornerstone of our practice, and adding another trained clinician means more flexibility, more availability, and more options for clients who specifically want this approach.Trauma-Informed Lens. Like every clinician on our team, Ricky works from a trauma-informed foundation. He understands that behaviors, relationships, and symptoms often make more sense once the nervous system is part of the conversation.A Calm, Relational Style. Clients often tell us that what matters most in the early sessions is feeling seen and not judged. Ricky brings that quality naturally, an unhurried presence that makes room for whatever someone is ready to bring into the room.<h2>Why This Matters for Greensboro</h2>One of the most common things we hear from people reaching out is, "I called five places and nobody could see me for months." Availability is a core value for us. Adding a new LCSWA to the team means:<ul><li>Shorter wait times for new clients seeking individual therapy</li><li>More options for clients who specifically want an EMDR-trained clinician</li><li>Greater access for the Greensboro, High Point, and Winston-Salem communities we serve, including telehealth across North Carolina</li></ul>In a field where many practices are full and waitlists stretch for weeks, capacity is not a small thing. It is, for many people, the difference between starting now and putting it off another year.<h2>How Ricky Works</h2>Ricky sees individual clients and integrates modalities that pair naturally with EMDR, including:<ul><li>EMDR Therapy for trauma, PTSD, and distressing memories</li><li>Trauma-Informed Talk Therapy to support what EMDR surfaces</li><li>CBT-informed strategies to build coping skills between sessions</li><li>Strengths-Based and Person-Centered Care, because clients are more than their symptoms</li></ul>He works with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and the lasting impact of difficult experiences. As with all of our clinicians, Ricky works under appropriate supervision as an associate while pursuing full licensure.<h2>The Battlefield Difference</h2>We are proud that our entire team is trauma-focused. Nearly every therapist here is either EMDR trained or EMDR certified. Ricky joins a group that already includes:<ul><li>A Certified EMDR Therapist and Owner with deep roots in trauma and substance abuse work</li><li>Multiple LCSW, LCMHC, and LCASA clinicians across EMDR, EFT, CBT, DBT, ACT, and more</li><li>Specialists in ADHD assessments, DWI services, couples counseling, and animal-assisted therapy with Askari and Obi</li></ul>The point is not the list of letters. The point is that when you reach out to Battlefield, the person you sit down with knows this work, and you do not have to educate them about trauma before you can start healing from it.<h2>Ready to Start?</h2>If Ricky sounds like a good fit, or if you are not sure yet and just want to talk through what you are carrying, we are here. Reach out today and our team will help connect you with the right clinician, whether that is Ricky or another member of our team.<ul><li>Call: 336.310.5098</li><li>Email: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-blue-600 hover:text-blue-800 underline" href="mailto:info@battlefieldcounseling.com">info@battlefieldcounseling.com</a></li><li>Visit: 326 S. Eugene Street, Greensboro, NC 27401</li><li>Book online: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-blue-600 hover:text-blue-800 underline" href="https://www.battlefieldcounseling.com/book-a-session">battlefieldcounseling.com/book-a-session</a></li></ul>You do not have to walk this road alone. We will walk it with you.<h2>Related Resources</h2><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-blue-600 hover:text-blue-800 underline" href="https://www.battlefieldcounseling.com/emdr-therapy">EMDR Therapy in Greensboro, NC</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-blue-600 hover:text-blue-800 underline" href="https://www.battlefieldcounseling.com/trauma-therapy">What to Expect From Trauma Therapy</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" class="text-blue-600 hover:text-blue-800 underline" href="https://www.battlefieldcounseling.com/team">Meet the Full Battlefield Team</a></li></ul>