Therapists for college students near Duke University

Hello, my name is Camilla Black I am a North Carolina Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I am originally from New Jersey. I am passionate about working with college students because I had the best college counselor. He treated me like I mattered and he believed in me. He also treated me like an adult by keeping me accountable for my academics without adding extra pressure. I wanted to give that to other students therefore I loved working in Higher Education and with college students. I want to do that for you if you let me.

Welcome to DRG Counseling We are glad to see you take the first step towards making a change! ​Our Commitment to YOU ​​​​​Create a supportive, non-threatening environment in which our clients can explore their emotional needs, discuss behavioral issues and overcome barriers that limit their full potential. ​​ Take an open-minded approach to client wellness and consider work life, family traditions, cultural and spiritual beliefs when providing counseling. Utilize a strengths-based approach with individuals and families. There may be times when we find ourselves stuck in a rut. At other times, challenges of everyday life may make you feel overwhelmed. We can work together in identifying patterns of behaviors that can be unproductive and prevent us from achieving our potential. If you're ready for a change, we look forward to working with you to ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS !!! ** Most Major Insurances Accepted **

We want to help clients from all walks of life and from all different backgrounds. We approach therapy from a holistic, integrative, and supportive framework where we meet clients where they are. We are trans/queer inclusive, culturally sensitive, and trauma informed. We work with a multitude of issues including identity concerns, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and mood dysregulation. Avighna Holistic Care isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services.

Greenleaf Psychological & Support Services has been serving individuals and families in the Triangle area since 2012. We work with individuals, couples, and families to provide help, hope, wholeness, and relief. Our eclectic licensed mental health therapists and coaches attune to your personal story, tailor treatment interventions to your unique needs and goals, and provide a safe environment for processing and problem solving. We then use our diverse and empirically supported clinical/coaching toolbox to address your needs with customized, effective, and wrap-around services, helping you find a WHOLE LIFE and WHOLE FAMILY!

Focused Solutions therapists use a wide variety of tools to help you manage depression, anxiety, substance misuse, trauma/abuse, learning disabilities, and more. Our therapists are focused on helping you develop strategies to build strong relationships of all kinds, uncover your identity, and balance the challenges that come up throughout life.

Welcome to Breyta Psychological Services! At Breyta, we are trauma specialists committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to help you navigate life’s challenges. While trauma-informed care is critical for those with PTSD, it’s also essential for anyone facing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or other struggles. Understanding how stress and life experiences impact mental health can create a foundation for healing and meaningful growth. Our team of licensed psychologists offers individual therapy, couples therapy, and psychological assessment services to college students and young adults. Whether you’re managing academic stress, adjusting to new life transitions, or working through deeper emotional challenges, we are here to support you. Why Trauma-Informed Care Matters: Even if you don’t identify as having PTSD, a trauma-informed approach ensures your care is sensitive to how past experiences shape your current struggles. By addressing the root causes of emotional pain, we help you build resilience, develop healthier patterns, and move forward with confidence and clarity. What We Offer: Individual Therapy: We provide support for depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, adjustment difficulties, relationship issues, sleep concerns, grief, chronic conditions, and burnout. Couples Therapy: Strengthen your relationship, improve communication, and address challenges with the guidance of our skilled therapists. Psychological Assessment: Gain clarity through comprehensive assessments for mental health concerns. Why Choose Breyta? Specialized Expertise: Our clinicians are highly trained in trauma-informed care, using approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and other evidence-based methods. Culturally Responsive Care: We provide affirming support for students of all backgrounds, including first-generation college students, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those navigating dual identities. Flexible Services: With in-person and telehealth options, we meet you where you are—both physically and emotionally. Take the First Step Toward Thriving: At Breyta Psychological Services, we believe that change is possible, and we are here to guide you every step of the way. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and begin your journey toward healing, resilience, and growth.

People seek counseling for many reasons. Regardless of your reason, it is a brave and vulnerable step to take and I’m glad you’re here. My role is to assist you in reaching the goals you have for yourself by providing safe and non-judgmental support, and helping you to exercise your own strengths, rather than to give you advice. Until recently, I was a mental health counselor on a small college campus. I have worked with many college students on diverse issues such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and stress, and I understand the challenges of grappling with these issues while also trying to succeed in college. Let's talk!

My name is Jessie and I have been working with children, teens, and adults in goal-directed, individual therapy for over 10 years. I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, and trauma and I have been trained in TF-CBT (trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy) and DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy). I utilize many modalities in my treatment but have most experience with mindfulness, CBT, DBT, and goal-directed/solution-focused therapy. I happily incorporate different approaches in my therapy style to best support you. I enjoy helping individuals change their cognitions to function in a healthier way. I balance listening, understanding, and questioning to help you find your best solution. I utilize education to help the client gain insight about potential changes to improve daily life, relationships, emotional control, and (most importantly): happiness. I am open to feedback and believe that therapy is client directed. My preference is for continual goal evaluation to measure successes and define challenges. I provide a safe and understanding place for clients to explore and express themselves. I look forward to helping you define and achieve your goals.

Hearth Counseling provides therapy in the Raleigh area and the state of North Carolina for adults, couples, mothers, families, and adolescents. We see clients virtually and in person. We support clients who are struggling with depression, trauma, men's issues, women's issues, ADHD, addiction, anxiety, infertility, LGBTQIA+, trauma, life transitions, pregnancy, and postpartum issues.

Starting therapy can be intimidating, but we promise that healing is possible. Urban Healing Counseling, PLLC is an innovative group psychotherapy practice. We provide outpatient counseling services for adults and teens. We also provide group therapy. We work with individuals who experience anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and a wide range of other emotional and mental health issues. We have a special interest in working with clients who are struggling with self-esteem issues, perfectionism, control issues, “the need to please" and “finding purpose”. We assist our clients with: Defining and reaching their goals, overcoming fears and insecurities, developing coping skills, making sense of past traumatic experiences, improving relationships, and healing from intergenerational issues. We honor the whole person and take into account family history, environment, and situational factors. We have witnessed the healing effects of treatment in our extensive work with individuals. Self-reflection is key in the healing process. Today you are one step closer and we will walk with you on your journey. It is a huge step to be on this site searching for help, you can be “strong” and still need "help". Let us help! We serve the entire state of NC.

Do you ever feel that you have too much on your plate or that your emotions overwhelm you? It can feel like there is no way to escape these feelings, and that there is no way to change. It can be hard to go through these issues on your own, but therapy can be a space where these issues can be addressed. It can provide you the opportunity to explore who you are and make the changes that you want to see in your life. In therapy we will address the issue that you see as obstacles from achieving your goals and having a better understanding of yourself.

We offer specialized treatment for disordered eating and body image concerns in person OR virtually. This includes individuals with diagnosable eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia, & binge eating disorder AND individuals who may not meet criteria for an eating disorder but are seeking a gentler, easier, and more connected relationship with their body. We also offer treatment for anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, relationship, infertility/pregnancy loss concerns.

Stressed and overwhelmed? need a place to talk it out? Therapy is a great place to start and I'm happy to work with you to move from dis-ease to ease.

Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a therapist to partner with you on your therapy journey! Taking the first steps to change your life can be challenging and, at times, a bit scary. I can relate to and understand how taking those initial steps to start a new journey can be uncomfortable. I strive to provide a warm, safe, and nonjudgemental environment where clients can feel comfortable working towards their goals utilizing tailored therapeutic techniques. Therapy is a partnership between the therapist and the client to work towards creating positive changes that one would like to focus on in their life. I have twenty-five years of experience working with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families to address relationship issues, anxiety, depression, women's issues, grief, ADHD, and life transitions. With the proper support, I feel anyone can make advancements toward their goals. I look forward to the opportunity to partner with you on your journey of growth! Christine

Whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, or just feeling stuck in life, I'm here for you. I'll walk alongside you on this journey to help you identify your strengths and coping strategies to help you move forward. Hi there. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, specializing in post-traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety. I have experience working with adults from various backgrounds and in various stages of life. Like most therapists, I utilize a wide variety of clinical modalities (CBT, DBT, ACT, logotherapy, person-centered therapy). Not sure what you're looking for in a therapist? I'd be happy to speak with you about your needs and help you find the right type of treatment for you - whether that means therapy with me or with someone else. Taking the first step is the hardest part, and you've already done that by being here on this website.

Are you looking for change in yourself and your life? You may feel unhappy with where you are, or stuck in old patterns. I believe that every person has the strength and ability to transform their lives by learning new ways to cope with difficulties and heal from hardship. Whether you are struggling in a relationship, making a major life transition, or experiencing new or reoccurring mental health symptoms, I will work with you to create a unique plan that meets your needs and goals. I want to help you feel more in control of your thoughts, feelings, and actions, as well as find joy in your life. I would love to walk alongside you on your journey.

You are sitting in therapy watching your therapist's lips move while she tells you for the fourth time that her cousin is gay and just got a “very butch” haircut. You can’t help thinking, “She just doesn’t get it.” He misgenders you, or forgets your partner’s pronouns, she pulls out Food and Mood, and he talks about how apple cider vinegar might be the solution to all your problems. She hasn't lived in a fat body. He hasn’t experienced homophobia or heterosexism from the inside. What initially seemed like a small hill to climb in your relationship has started to feel like a mountain. Maybe she tells you your black top is so slimming. Maybe once he referred to queer people as ‘homosexuals.’ Maybe, when you report your experiences of oppression, she tells you that the other party probably meant well and just wanted you to be healthier or have it easier in the world. You don’t trust him with your whole self, how can you? You’ve tried so many therapists in the past and she’s not that bad, is she? You continue to hope that therapy with a therapist who doesn’t quite get it will be enough to meet your needs. It’s not enough. You deserve a therapist who understands your lived experiences. You deserve a therapist who knows what it’s like to have your doctor prescribe weight loss to treat arthritis in your wrists, and who can truly hear it when you tell them about your experience with your homophobic aunt at Thanksgiving. You deserve a therapist who approaches the world with a solid intersectional anti-oppression framework that sees society, rather than some flaw in you, as the central piece of your problem. I can be that therapist. I’m fat, I’m queer, I have an intersectional lens, and I want to dismantle systems of oppression one client session at a time.

Has finding an inclusive therapist been a challenge for you? Do you need a counselor who understands experiences around BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, neurodiversity, ability differences, and any other wonderful traits that make you who you are? As therapists at Nour Counseling, we self-identify with historically marginalized backgrounds, and have a special passion for supporting our communities. You can come to each therapy session resting assured that your therapist recognizes how the intersection of your various identities impacts the way you experience the world and presenting concerns. We celebrate folx who identify as bicultural, Black, African American, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, ability diverse, and all who have been historically marginalized because… Everyone means everyone. We address a wide array of presenting concerns, including anxiety, depression, racial trauma, oppression and discrimination, career counseling, career conflict, PTSD, life transitions, relationship conflict, ADHD, substance use, bipolar disorder, sexual abuse, narcissistic abuse, and more. Our team of highly trained graduate interns also offers free and low-cost therapy if cost is a concern or barrier for you. If you are reading this, then congratulations! You are taking an important step to finding support. You might feel trapped in a world that feels overpowering and overwhelming. You might find yourself trying to find a way to peace, awareness, and freedom to simply just be YOU. Our counselors work with you to help you lead independent, yet interconnected lives. You belong.

As a counselor, my professional identity is one of authenticity, curiosity, and empathy. I care deeply about helping my clients improve their lives. I believe that starts with the two of us forming a genuine connection so that I can best understand your personality, your worldview, and the problems you are facing – the world can be a tough place and we all have times when we could use someone to listen and understand us. I will repeatedly check in with you to assess your goals for therapy and make sure that we are making progress towards meeting those goals. In our sessions, I will use techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you identify and reduce the types of thinking that can lead to negative emotions. I will also incorporate other techniques such as mindfulness meditation that many clients find useful. Together, we will work as a team to confront the issues that are troubling you. I received my BS in Biology from Duke University and my MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of the Cumberlands. I've also been a research assistant in Princeton University's departments of social psychology and neuroscience. I try to stay up to date with current research and use only empirically validated modalities with my clients.

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