Pembroke, NC Local Support & Community Resources

Elzetter Norris, a dedicated counselor with credentials including MA Ed, NCC, LCMHCA, and LCAS-A, has always drawn inspiration from mentors who encouraged her to rise above the challenges of poverty and oppression. With a profound commitment to empowerment, she aims to serve as a pillar of support for her clients, advocating for their needs and believing in their potential. Elzetter is especially passionate about working with children, transitional-aged youth, couples, and families from underserved populations, approaching each session with attentiveness and respect for their intersecting identities and experiences. Her therapeutic model is grounded in a holistic framework, incorporating skills and techniques from play therapy, person-centered therapy, cultural responsiveness, mindfulness, and family systems approaches, among others. This allows her to tailor individualized care that honors each client's unique context while recognizing their role within a broader system. Understanding that the decision to seek therapy can be daunting, Elzetter is committed to creating a welcoming atmosphere for all who come to her for support, embodying warmth and genuine care in every interaction. She looks forward to making a meaningful impact and helping clients become the best versions of themselves.