Licensed Clinical Providers

Our Team

Our experienced therapists work with you to understand your unique challenges, build inner resources, and develop patterns that nurture your resilient, best lived life.

Zachery Barnes, MS, LCMHCA, NCC

Areas of Focus: Anxiety, Stress, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Emotional Regulation, Burnout, Life Transitions, Men’s Issues, Self Esteem, Sports Performance

I will support you through anxiety, burnout, identity shifts, and relational stress. With Master’s degrees in Counseling and Sport & Exercise Psychology, I view mental health holistically. Stress isn’t an abstract thought; it lives in our bodies, shows up in our breath, muscles, and nervous system. Zachery@shadetreenc.com (336) 443-6762

Cara Marsicano, MA, MFA, LCMHCA

Areas of Focus: Trauma, Somatic/ Body, Relationships, Attachment, Anxiety, Identity Development, Spirituality

Hi, I'm Cara. My background in organic agriculture and creative writing has shaped my belief that nothing in a living system heals in isolation.

I work with adults across the lifespan, particularly those who have previously engaged in other therapeutic modalities and felt that key elements were still missing. Whether you're navigating persistent anxiety or stress, questioning your identity or life direction, working through a relationship, or processing past trauma, we will make space for all aspects of your identity and experience. Cara@shadetreenc.com (336) 443-6762

Michael Berens, MA, LCMHCS

Areas of Focus: Trauma, Chronic Pain, Somatic/ Body, Relationships (all types), Attachment, Anxiety, Career, Spirituality, LGBTQI+ Identity,

Hi, I’m Michael. I have been a therapist for over ten years now and currently reside in Greensboro, NC, but have lived in many regions of the US, including Washington state, Michigan, Colorado, and Indiana. I have worked with clients of all ages from a variety of backgrounds.

Much of my clinical experience so far comes from working in community based settings, psychiatric hospitals and spiritual settings. Though I have worked with children and families, my current focus is teenagers, adults, couples, and parents. Michael@shadetreenc.com (336) 443-6762

Jonathan Schmalz, PhD, HSP-P

Areas of Focus: Trauma, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Parenting, Relationships, Queer identity development

Welcome to Shade Tree! I have been practicing therapy since 2009 and am invested in the training of student and early career therapists. Simply put, psychotherapy is great. Harmonizing relational connection and scientific backing to lessen suffering is one of humankind’s greatest, unfolding and developing works.

As a therapist, clients typically find me engaged, active, and warmly lighthearted when appropriate. I hope that you will find a good therapeutic match for yourself at Shade Tree and find the opportunity for the growth and healing that you seek. Jonathan@shadetreenc.com (336) 443-6762

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