Mental Health Therapy Provider
About Zenith Counseling
Helping you navigate life’s peaks and valleys
Our Approach
At Zenith Counseling, we understand that each individual’s journey is unique, which is why we offer a personalized approach to therapy. Whether you’re struggling with trauma, anxiety, or seeking guidance through Christian counseling, our experienced therapists are here to support you every step of the way.
We combine evidence-based techniques with a holistic perspective to address the mind, body, and spirit, empowering you to achieve lasting transformation and healing.
Our Services
- Trauma Therapy: Our trauma therapists specialize in helping individuals heal from past traumas, empowering them to reclaim their lives and move forward with confidence and resilience.
- Anxiety Counseling: We offer compassionate support and practical tools to help individuals manage anxiety, reduce symptoms, and regain a sense of control and peace in their lives.
- EMDR Therapy: Our therapists are trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, a highly effective approach for processing traumatic experiences and facilitating healing on a deep level.
- Christian Counseling: For those seeking therapy grounded in faith and spirituality, our Christian counseling services provide a safe and supportive environment to explore issues from a biblical perspective and integrate faith into the healing process.
Our Location
226 Ashville Avenue
Suite 10
Cary, NC 27518
Office Hours: 9Am - 5PM Monday - Friday
Weekend and After-Hours appointments available. We provide both in-person and virtual therapy sessions.
Meet Our Team
Cher Gilroy
LCMHCA
Ben Pham
Counselor-In-Training
With a heart for genuine connection, Ben creates a space where you feel truly heard—without judgment, only understanding. Whether you’re feeling lost, overwhelmed, or simply seeking clarity, Ben meets you where you are to help you on your journey, knowing the importance of your story.
Leslie Argenta
LCMHCA
Leslie brings warmth and steadiness to those navigating life’s changes. She is especially passionate about supporting older adults and their caregivers, creating a space where both can feel understood and uplifted. With compassion and skill, she helps clients find resilience and joy at every stage of life.
Sarah Miller
LCMHCA
Sarah approaches therapy as a collaborative journey toward greater clarity and self-understanding. With warmth and empathy, she helps adolescents, college students, and adults navigate anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Her goal is to create a space where clients feel supported, capable, and ready to grow with confidence.
Liz Jacobs
LCMHCA
Liz believes everyone deserves to feel seen, accepted, and empowered to create change in their lives. With empathy, creativity, and authenticity, she helps adolescents and young adults navigate anxiety, identity, and life transitions. Her approach is rooted in advocacy and genuine connection, creating space for clients to grow with confidence and self-compassion.
Kristen Wright
LMFT
Johanna Sozio
Founder & Lead Therapist
Johanna Sozio, the founder of Zenith Counseling, is a licensed therapist with a passion for helping individuals overcome life’s challenges and live their best lives.
Melissa Cirac
Office Administrator
Kayla Shortridge
Director of Operations
Our Office
Conveniently located in Cary, NC, Zenith Counseling serves individuals throughout the Raleigh area. Our warm and inviting office provides a peaceful sanctuary where clients can feel safe and supported as they embark on their journey towards healing and wholeness.
