Therapists for college students near Durham, NC
I have a passion for getting to know the unique person that you are, and discovering ways to challenge and empower you. My goal is to help make you comfortable with change, and achieve the life goals that you have for yourself. I typically work with college students who are struggling to find the motivation to succeed and setting goals that feel like a good fit/realistic for them.
So often, life can feel overwhelming. You may be navigating big transitions, trying to be a good partner, or feeling the pressure to hold everything together - while inside you feel like you’re barely managing. These struggles can feel lonely, but you don’t have to go through them alone. Therapy provides a supportive space to slow down, reconnect with yourself, and gain clarity and insight into your experiences. I offer compassionate, person-centered therapy for adults 18+ navigating a variety of issues. My work is tailored to each individual and may draw on mindfulness, skills-building, and exploration of your experiences to support you in whatever you are navigating. I am passionate about supporting women’s mental health, including pregnancy and postpartum concerns, and can also offer support for couples. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel intimidating, but I will meet you with warmth, curiosity, and nonjudgment, offering space for you to feel seen and supported. If you're ready to take that next step, I'd be honored to walk with you on the journey.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with expertise in eating disorders. I have worked with individuals with various eating and body image issues and previously served as the Director of Adolescent Services for Eating Disorders at Columbia University Medical Center in New York. I also specialize in the treatment of anxiety and OCD. I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which is an individual therapy focused on understanding patterns, increasing flexibility in thinking, and changing behaviors. Our work together will focus on identifying and capitalizing on your inherent strengths to overcome whatever may be getting in the way.
My mission is to walk alongside teenage and college-aged women, children, and families on their journey towards health and flourishing. I believe in a holistic approach to counseling that addresses the emotional, psychological, social, and spiritual facets of who we are. As a former student I understand the severe challenges college can bring. I am seeking to care for those struggling with depression, anxiety, self-harm, trauma, life transitions, and personal growth. I desire to be a light in the darkness and a source of hope and comfort for others in their own seasons of struggle. I am also happy to incorporate faith and spirituality in the counseling process upon request. I am a counseling intern under supervision pursuing my Master's degree in Christian Marriage, Family, and Individual Counseling from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.
You're exhausted from giving 100% to everything,but having nothing leftover for yourself. You hate disappointing anyone & have a hard time asking for what you need. Sometimes you worry you don't know who you are outside of work or relationships. It even feels hard to know what you need at times because you're so used to trying to keep everyone else happy. You're not alone & life doesn't have to feel this way. Together we can figure out ways to help you feel more empowered, change unhelpful patterns, & create a life you love. I help women manage general/social anxiety & depression, while improving boundaries, relationships & embracing who they are. I enjoy working with vetmed/animal care professionals, teachers, & college students who need help coping with burnout, compassion fatigue, & work/life balance. Getting started is easy, introvert-friendly, & can be done from the comfort of home! Online sessions are available statewide to anyone in North Carolina and South Carolina. Visit my website and complete the Scheduling Inquiry Form to get started!
Welcome to Rising Phoenix Counseling Services! We work with students, new parents, couples, military families and folks struggling with communication or mood problems via Telehealth. Therapy includes addressing your need for preventative, whole-person care as well as relationship healing if you're coming for couples' counseling. Laila Daniel, Owner and Clinician, is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in Fayetteville, NC- home to Ft Bragg. Her passion has been working with military couples and families since 2001. She began as an educator then began specializing in helping individuals adjust to military life in 2003. Laila worked as an intern and volunteer at the Colorado Springs Vet Center for 3 years. Laila also worked as a School Counselor from 2004-2009 in CO and NC. She began working in private practice in 2008. Laila was a Substance Abuse Counselor at the Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) in Stuttgart, Germany from 2012-2013. She was a Military Family Life Counselor (MFLC) from 2014-2021. Laila utilizes an eclectic approach when helping others. She uses Cognitive Emotional Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, Existential Therapy and completed Level 3 Practicum Training In Gottman Method Couples Therapy. Laila is a Gottman Seven Principals Leader and Gottman Bringing Baby Home Program Educator. She completed additional trainings for Couples & Addiction Recovery and Treating Affairs & Trauma with The Gottman Institute. Laila completed Level I Practicum Training with The William Glasser Institute She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas too. Other credentials are : Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC), Certified Addiction and Drug Counselor (CADC), Board Certified Telemental Health Provider (BC-TMH) and Certified Laughter Yoga Instructor.
Everyone Needs A Support System Perhaps you'd like to explore relationship dynamics, unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression or simply navigating the after affects of a global pandemic? I firmly believe that the connection you feel with your therapist is critical. You are the expert of your own story. I want to offer a guiding hand and empathetic ear, never defining your path but walking beside you.
College is hard! I remember how hard it was in so many ways. I'm honored to be a support to you through this important time in your life. I specialize in anxiety. I also work on post-trauma growth for those with a history of trauma. My approach is both "bottom up" (focusing on how your body/biology is responding to stress) and "top down" (working with your thoughts and mind to better manage the way you are feeling/thinking). I am heavily influenced by my studies in mindfulness meditation and bring that approach into our work. I have a strong interest in neuroscience as well as spirituality. I like to say that my goal as a helper is not to “make you better” but to help you discover that which makes you feel more alive. Your true nature is one of wholeness, contentment, and compassion; let's get you back there.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor - Qualified Supervisor in the State of North Carolina with experience working with clients with a wide variety of concerns, which consist of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, domestic abuse, sexual assault, and alternative lifestyles. My counseling style is warm and interactive. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and rational-emotive perspectives. I believe in expressing empathy, warmth, and genuineness in our sessions to help build trust. It takes courage to seek therapy and to make positive changes in life. If you are ready for this, I am here for you. I look forward to working with you!
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. At Immerse Counseling and Consulting, our goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental, culturally sensitive environment that will assist you to uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Mission At Immerse Counseling and Consulting PLLC, we strive to provide high-quality mental health and counseling services to promote the overall well-being, retention, and success of our children, adolescents, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds and varying socio-economic contexts. We endeavor to walk alongside our clientele as they navigate the uncertainties and life challenges and use a Person-Centered, Strength-Based, Compassionate, Trauma-Informed, and Multicultural approach to the therapeutic process. In the midst of their present circumstances and challenges, we aspire to provide stress and emotional management support to our esteemed customers with care and compassion. It is through our strong, relational connection that clients become holistically empowered and motivated to move ahead in a healthy and resilient way.
Welcome to The Flourishing Place, a trauma-informed therapy practice rooted in compassion, empowerment, and healing. I'm Shakeyla Boulware, a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina and North Carolina with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, boundaries, and major life transitions. At The Flourishing Place, I provide a safe, affirming space where clients can process difficult experiences, reconnect with their sense of self, and build the tools they need to thrive. My therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence- based practices and guided by a deep belief in each person's capacity for growth and change. I meet clients where they are and work collaboratively to explore the impact of past wounds, shift unhelpful patterns, and nurture a more empowered, authentic life. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready to grow, The Flourishing Place offers support tailored to your journey-so you can not only heal, but truly flourish.
Life can be hard, right? Considering the ups, downs, and curve balls that we all encounter throughout our lifetimes, it can be beneficial to have a safe space and objective support person as you navigate your journey. I am here to help. I use cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused methods aimed to assist you with working through and resolving the challenges you are experiencing. Particularly, I will assist you with building insight around your way of thinking, boundaries, mindfulness, and assertiveness. My hope is that you feel empowered and resilient enough to work through whatever challenges you encounter. I am a firm believer that life is meant to be lived freely and in abundance in all areas of life. Let's work together to get there! Life can be hard, but it can be beautiful too...
Extensive Experience I have dedicated my career to working with a diverse clientele, encompassing children, adolescents, and adults. My experience spans individual and group settings, allowing me to tailor my approach to the unique needs of each client. While my primary focus has been on outpatient services, including leading psychoeducational groups, I have also gained experience in other therapeutic contexts. Areas of Specialization My therapeutic expertise encompasses a wide range of presenting concerns, including: Personal Difficulties: Addressing challenges related to self-esteem, identity, life transitions, and personal growth. Behavioral Difficulties: Assisting clients in managing and modifying problematic behaviors that impact their daily lives and relationships. Emotional Difficulties: Providing support and guidance in navigating a range of emotions, including anxiety, depression, anger, and grief. Relationship Difficulties: Helping individuals and couples improve communication, resolve conflict, and build healthier relationships. Trauma and Family Difficulties: Supporting clients in healing from trauma, addressing family dynamics, and fostering healthy family relationships. Substance Use Disorder and Treatment: Providing evidence-based interventions for substance use disorders, including individual and group therapy, relapse prevention, and support for family members. Core Counselor Role My fundamental role as a counselor is to create a therapeutic environment that is characterized by safety, trust, and mutual respect. Within this space, clients and I collaborate to explore their experiences, challenges, and aspirations. By working together, we can identify new perspectives, develop coping strategies, and empower clients to make informed choices that align with their personal goals. Integrative Theoretical Approach My therapeutic approach is grounded in an integrative framework that draws upon multiple evidence-based modalities, including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): This approach focuses on identifying and modifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress and maladaptive coping patterns. Person-Centered Therapy: This approach emphasizes the importance of empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness in fostering client self-awareness and growth. Motivational Interviewing: This approach utilizes a collaborative and client-centered style to elicit and strengthen motivation for change. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): This approach is specifically designed to address trauma and PTSD by facilitating the reprocessing of traumatic memories. Gottman Method Couples Therapy: This approach is based on extensive research on successful relationships and focuses on enhancing communication, conflict resolution, and intimacy within couples. Emphasis on Cognitive and Person-Centered Principles While I integrate various therapeutic modalities, my approach is particularly influenced by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy. I believe that our thoughts and perceptions significantly impact our emotions and behaviors. By helping clients identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts, we can promote emotional well-being and adaptive coping. Additionally, I am committed to providing a therapeutic space where clients feel unconditionally accepted and valued, fostering self-exploration and personal growth. Collaborative and Empowering Therapeutic Relationship I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership in which clients are empowered to take an active role in their healing and growth. I am committed to providing compassionate and individualized support to help clients achieve their desired outcomes and live more fulfilling lives.
My approach to therapy centers around the belief that every individual has inherent dignity, and is worthy to be seen, heard, and cared for. Anyone is welcome into my office. Every life experience is unique, and often these experiences can carry specific hurts, pains and sorrows. When life feels overwhelmingly challenging and burdensome, counseling can be a wonderful mechanism to assist in times of need. I believe that peace and joy are possible, and that no story is hopeless, because no story is done being written. As a client, I want you to feel safe and most importantly, listened to. As you get the chance to share your story with me, my goal is to build trust with you and help establish what you'd like to work on. According to your specific wants and needs, we will collaborate together and use a variety of therapeutic approaches to get you to a better place. Whatever season you're in, you don't have to walk it alone. Please don't hesitate to reach out to find what you need during this time.
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I know what it's like to be a college student and struggling with your mental health. It's a difficult and isolating experience. Finding healing in my clinical depression and anxiety was ultimately what led me to become a therapist, to help others like you going through it, too. When we talk about your thoughts and emotions, I know what you're going through and that pain you're experiencing. I also know the power of having a Christian counselor walk alongside you when your Christian faith is important to you. As a believer and therapist, I want to offer you both--a place where Jesus + therapy can co-exist. I offer Christian counseling to young women struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and cross-cultural adjustment. I integrate clinical techniques along with Scripture and prayer, if you desire, as you work towards healing, renewal and hope! Send me an email today. Let's get started!
As a Therapist, I help people who want to find their voice, feel understood, and gain insight about themselves but who may also fear change, being seen, losing themselves, or maybe have difficulty letting go of instilled habits and beliefs. Who do I help? My clinical experience includes working with clients who present or experience anxiety, depression, negative body acceptance/image, low self-esteem, disordered eating, intuitive eating challenges, trauma (sexual, emotional, physical), codependency, chronic illness, autoimmune diseases, adjustment challenges, confusion during identity exploration and development, sensory issues, racial tension, those wanting to recover from narcissistic and psychopathic abuse, and those wanting to increase their overall physical and mental well-being. I am neurodiversity-affirming, LGBTQIA-affirming, and culturally competent and sensitive. Sound like you? Let me help! - Lisa A. Barella, MS, LCMHCA, NCC
Hi! Seeking therapy is a courageous step, and my hope is to gain your trust and build rapport. I provide therapy in a non-judgmental space to help facilitate this. I embrace “to be flawed is to be human,” and with this will focus from a Strengths perspective in our work together. My role is to help empower you to use your positive character traits to shift towards the change you want to see in life. I will incorporate mindfulness practice as well as components of Person-centered therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy and CBT to guide you in your therapeutic journey. My only requirements to work together are honesty and an open-mind. I thoroughly enjoy working with adults and adolescents, including those struggling with substance abuse issues.
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