Chrysalis Center was founded in June 2003 as an outpatient private practice specializing in eating disorder treatment. Before launching the practice, our founding psychologists worked together on the eating disorder treatment team at the UNC-Wilmington Counseling Center. Their decision to transition into private practice stemmed from a shared vision: to provide comprehensive mental health care for individuals and families throughout the Wilmington community.

While eating disorder treatment remains a cornerstone of our work, Chrysalis Center was created to offer care for a wide range of mental health concerns. From the beginning, our practice has integrated multidisciplinary services, including individual therapy, nutrition counseling, and trauma-informed care, to support clients on their unique healing journeys.

Over the years, our clinical expertise has expanded to include anxiety treatment, depression counseling, bariatric support, and advanced trauma therapy. Today, our team includes more than a dozen experienced providers who offer personalized, compassionate care across the spectrum of mental health needs—from life transitions and relationship issues to complex trauma and mood disorders.