Megan Cheek Garriss
LCMHCS, NCC
I am a native of North Carolina with over a decade of experience providing counseling services to a wide variety of clients. My professional background includes serving as a therapist, program director, and clinical director for local Critical Access Behavioral Health Agencies (CABHA).
Now in a private practice setting, I provide comprehensive clinical assessments and therapy for individuals of all ages.
Clinical Expertise and Support
I have extensive training and experience in treating the following mental health conditions:
Bipolar Disorder
ADHD
Post-partum Depression
Anxiety and Depression
In addition, I am skilled at helping individuals and families navigate a variety of life challenges and complex issues:
Crisis and Trauma:Â Including domestic violence, spousal abuse, and processing sexual abuse as an adult.
Life Transitions:Â Divorce and separation support for both adults and children.
Identity and Support:Â LGBTQ+ experiences and self-esteem.
Grief and Behavioral Support:Â Bereavement, grief, anger management, and conduct/behavior problems.
Youth and Parenting:Â Teen angst, bullying, social skills, separation anxiety, and parent coaching (elementary age through young adults).
Daily Stability:Â Stress management and conflict resolution.
Therapeutic Approach
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders, mood disorders, behavior management, trauma, parenting, and crisis intervention. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
I primarily utilize the following therapeutic modalities:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Person Centered Therapy

Aetna
State Health Plan CPP offering $0 Copay
BlueCross BlueShield
Exceptions: BlueHome, BlueLocal, HealthyBlue and BlueValue
Cigna
Medcost
Contigo
CareBridge
Caresource
HealthPartners of Minnesota
Meritain
FireFly
United Healthcare
Optum
UMR
Reasonable Self Pay Rate

