Need help now? See crisis phone numbers

Therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp. We will earn a commission at no additional cost to you if you use our links to purchase.

Elizabeth "Libby" Burris

Therapist

Elizabeth "Libby" Burris

LPC, LCMHC

North Carolina · 12+ years of experience

Compassionate, practical counseling for everyday challenges

Continue with Elizabeth

Opens BetterHelp in a new tab. There you can look at online therapy options.

Step 1

  • Collaborative approach
  • Focus on relationships
  • Practical tools

About Elizabeth

Elizabeth "Libby" Burris helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. She also supports people dealing with eating or sleeping problems, parenting strains, career questions, bipolar mood concerns, and coping with life changes. Libby lists intellectual disability among her areas of focus and also addresses related concerns such as autism and attachment issues.

Libby holds the Licensed Professional Counselor credential (LPC) and the Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor credential (LCMHC). She has 12 years of experience in mental and behavioral health and has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Her background includes work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults across individual, group, and family contexts.

Her approach is collaborative and flexible. She starts by listening to what matters most to the person and then picks methods that fit those goals. Sessions emphasize clear feedback, practical steps, and building a working relationship based on trust and honesty.

Practically, Libby combines methods that help people change patterns, explore difficult feelings, and strengthen relationships. She explains ideas plainly and focuses on tools people can try between sessions. Her style aims to make therapy understandable and useful for daily life.

If someone thinks she might be a good fit, the next step is to complete the initial questionnaires and follow the site’s process to schedule. She welcomes questions about approach and goals before booking.

Step 2

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

Pennsylvania, North Carolina

Languages

English

Step 3

How her therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Attachment-Based Therapy helps people look at how early relationships shape current connections. It focuses on building safety in relationships and can help with intimacy, attachment issues, and family patterns. Client-Centered Therapy centers on the person’s experience and priorities. It emphasizes listening, empathy, and letting the client guide the pace and topics of work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and testing new ways of behaving. It often includes practical exercises and skills to try between sessions and can help with anxiety, depression, and coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. The therapist works collaboratively to match methods to a person's needs, goals, and preferences. That means approaches can be adjusted over time as priorities change and new information emerges.

Confirm the specific session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and let people use therapy during breaks or from different locations. It also allows for shorter check-ins when needed and for practicing skills between meetings. Discussing goals and day-to-day routines helps determine how online sessions can be scheduled and structured to fit life.

Step 4

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, intimacy and self-esteem problems, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and career concerns, bipolar mood issues, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She listens first, then helps set goals and offers practical steps and feedback to try between sessions.

What is her professional background?

She has 12 years of experience working in mental and behavioral health in inpatient and outpatient settings and with a range of age groups from children to older adults.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is listed as LPC and LCMHC and practices from North Carolina with licensure noted in multiple states in her background.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Step 5

Your next step

If this is for you

  • Check that the location and license details fit where you live.
  • Write down one or two things you want to talk about.
  • Take your time. You can read other profiles first.

If you are helping someone

  • Read this page together, at a pace that suits them.
  • Ask what they think about this therapist.
  • Let the person make the choice.
Elizabeth "Libby" BurrisContinue with Elizabeth