Lena Walshe
LCSWA, MSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate
Theoretical Framework
Person-centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Psychoeducation
Ideal Population
Ages 12 and older
Insurance Information
- BlueCross Blueshield
- Cigna
- Aetena
- HealthyBlue
- WellCare
- AmeriHealth Caritas
- UnitedHealthCare Community Plan
About Lena Walshe
Lena is committed to supporting people just beginning their recovery journey as well as those who need ongoing support.
She works with clients aged 12 and older who are committed to therapy, utilizing a person-centered approach combined with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychoeducation.
Lena enjoys working with individuals with disabilities, including Autism, and provides compassionate care for clients navigating anxiety, depression, addiction, substance use, grief, and loss.
Her goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and collaborative space where clients can identify their strengths, build resilience, and work toward meaningful personal healing.
Languages Spoken
- English
Experience
Teaching background primarily working with children with disabilities and teaching English as a Second Language. Experience working at a substance abuse treatment center, and 2013 Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation recipient interning with the 30th Judicial District Alliance for Domestic and Partner Violence Prevention in Waynesville, NC.
Specialties
Anxiety and Stress, Depression, Addiction and Substance Use, Grief and Loss, Autism & Disabilities
Background
Lena has lived in Wilmington, NC, for over 10 years, and previously lived in South Carolina. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Sociology with a minor in Women and Gender Studies from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2014, and graduated with her Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2026.
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