Cindy Perez

LCMHCA | Practice Owner

Hi, I’m Cindy Perez

A Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) and the Practice owner here at Wolf & Willow Counseling.

I created this practice for people who are looking for something different. Therapy with me doesn’t always happen inside four white walls—it might take place in the woods, in a garden, or beside a therapy animal. I believe healing happens when we feel truly connected: to ourselves, to the earth, and to the parts of life that help us feel whole again.

My approach integrates nature-based therapy, animal-assisted support, and therapeutic horticulture. Whether we’re walking through the forest, planting something new, or sitting quietly with an animal, my goal is to create a space where you feel safe, grounded, and seen.

I’m especially passionate about providing trauma-informed, identity-affirming, and socially conscious care. This is a space for everyone—especially those who have felt overlooked or misunderstood in traditional therapy settings.

I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups navigating trauma, identity, family dynamics, or simply feeling stuck. If you’re looking for a therapist who blends clinical care with a deep respect for nature and the human spirit, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.


At a Glance

License

New Clients

Format

Ages Served

Location

Insurance

LCMHCA

Full

In-Person & Telehealth

Kids, Teens, Adults

Chapel Hill, NC

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Who I Work With

I Specialize In

  • Life Transitions

  • Relationship & Couples Issues

  • Feeling Stuck or Overwhelmed

  • Anxiety & Depression

  • Group Therapy

  • Trauma & Complex Trauma (PTSD)

  • Identity & Self-Discovery

  • LGBTQ+ Affirming Care

  • Family Dynamics

  • Grief & Loss

My Approach

How I Work

My clinical approach is trauma-informed and identity-affirming at its core. I weave together several modalities depending on what feels right for each client:

  • Nature-Based Therapy

  • Animal-Assisted Support

  • Therapeutic Horticulture

  • Trauma-Informed Care

  • Person-Centered Therapy

  • Walk-and-Talk Therapy

  • Somatic Approaches

  • Ecotherapy

Background

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