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Michael Raúl Brown
Counselor, MS, PhD, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Waitlist for new clients
I've helped clients with issues such as depression, trauma, relationships, adjustment, Aspergers, grief, career, emotional disturbances, abuse, sexual orientation, faith, self-exploration, anxiety, and crisis during study abroad.
Sometimes we all can use a little help on life's journey--when things seem dark, when we feel like we are drowning in emotions, challenges, or thoughts, or when we just need someone to help with focus as we set a course toward achieving our goals. That is what therapy is all about! Therapy is not having someone with all the right answers tell you what to do or doing things to you; it is having a professional guide to draw out your goals and strengths, to breathe hope into difficult times, and to assist with perspective and skills. As Rumi said, "The wound is where the light enters you." Come, find hope, and refuel for your journey.
I've helped clients with issues such as depression, trauma, relationships, adjustment, Aspergers, grief, career, emotional disturbances, abuse, sexual orientation, faith, self-exploration, anxiety, and crisis during study abroad.
Sometimes we all can use a little help on life's journey--when things seem dark, when we feel like we are drowning in emotions, challenges, or thoughts, or when we just need someone to help with focus as we set a course toward achieving our goals. That is what therapy is all about! Therapy is not having someone with all the right answers tell you what to do or doing things to you; it is having a professional guide to draw out your goals and strengths, to breathe hope into difficult times, and to assist with perspective and skills. As Rumi said, "The wound is where the light enters you." Come, find hope, and refuel for your journey.
(919) 759-5627 View (919) 759-5627
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Ben Shechet
Counselor, MS, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27599  (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is rooted in the view that we are all, at the deepest level, whole and complete; we all have wisdom, love, compassion, and the capacity for connection within us. My job as a therapist is not to fix or to change anyone—it is to help and support you in connecting with your own knowing, power, and ability to grow and meet your goals. I work with adults and older teens seeking assistance with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, and identity development and change.
My approach to therapy is rooted in the view that we are all, at the deepest level, whole and complete; we all have wisdom, love, compassion, and the capacity for connection within us. My job as a therapist is not to fix or to change anyone—it is to help and support you in connecting with your own knowing, power, and ability to grow and meet your goals. I work with adults and older teens seeking assistance with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, and identity development and change.
(919) 635-1751 View (919) 635-1751
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Corey Myrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
My integrative approach to therapy combines interventions from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Modular Approach to Therapy for Children with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma or Conduct Problems (MATCH), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
My clinical experience includes specialization in various theoretical approaches, each of which is client-centered, solution-focused, and holistic in nature. Common areas of clinical focus include: anxiety, behavioral disorders, adjustment difficulties, ADHD, and depression. My clientele includes teens (16 and up), young adults, men, women, and those who identify as LGBTQ+. I have a specific interest in working with young adults and college students but appreciate working with clients of all ages.
My integrative approach to therapy combines interventions from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Modular Approach to Therapy for Children with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma or Conduct Problems (MATCH), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
My clinical experience includes specialization in various theoretical approaches, each of which is client-centered, solution-focused, and holistic in nature. Common areas of clinical focus include: anxiety, behavioral disorders, adjustment difficulties, ADHD, and depression. My clientele includes teens (16 and up), young adults, men, women, and those who identify as LGBTQ+. I have a specific interest in working with young adults and college students but appreciate working with clients of all ages.
(919) 762-6849 View (919) 762-6849
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Matt Slotkin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, JD
Verified Verified
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
I rely upon a relationally-focused psychodynamic approach for individuals, couples and families in treatment of (in part): anxiety and stress; depression; trauma; relationship problems; loss, grief and life transitions; addictions and codependency; anger; perfectionism; and, low self esteem.
My therapeutic style is warm, genuine, accepting and collaborative.
I rely upon a relationally-focused psychodynamic approach for individuals, couples and families in treatment of (in part): anxiety and stress; depression; trauma; relationship problems; loss, grief and life transitions; addictions and codependency; anger; perfectionism; and, low self esteem.
My therapeutic style is warm, genuine, accepting and collaborative.
(984) 459-7444 View (984) 459-7444
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Brian Purnell
Counselor, MEd, LCMHCS, ACS, EAS-C, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Journey Through Life, PLLC sees all kinds of families that maybe hurting from divorce, grief, blended families and broken relationships. In addition, the practice specializes in significant and marital relationships. The ideal is for a family that may not have the skills to see past the forest, but will be open to the infinite possibilities. Individual, Group Clinical Supervision, and Parenting Workshops are offered at the practice as well.
Journey Through Life, PLLC sees all kinds of families that maybe hurting from divorce, grief, blended families and broken relationships. In addition, the practice specializes in significant and marital relationships. The ideal is for a family that may not have the skills to see past the forest, but will be open to the infinite possibilities. Individual, Group Clinical Supervision, and Parenting Workshops are offered at the practice as well.
(919) 267-2483 View (919) 267-2483
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Mathew O'Connor
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CSI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Waitlist for new clients
As a psychotherapist I specialize in helping individuals who are interested in learning and growing in self-awareness and confidence. I work well with people who are exploring patterns of substance use, intimate relationships, performance anxieties, lack of confidence/satisfaction, major life transitions (job/school changes/relational/grief). I am a relationally and present moment-based therapist. This means we will work from a framework that everything (past/present/future) can be addressed by exploring the relationship you have with it in "right now". My role is to help guide you on your path of wellness.
As a psychotherapist I specialize in helping individuals who are interested in learning and growing in self-awareness and confidence. I work well with people who are exploring patterns of substance use, intimate relationships, performance anxieties, lack of confidence/satisfaction, major life transitions (job/school changes/relational/grief). I am a relationally and present moment-based therapist. This means we will work from a framework that everything (past/present/future) can be addressed by exploring the relationship you have with it in "right now". My role is to help guide you on your path of wellness.
(919) 823-2008 View (919) 823-2008

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Trauma and PTSD Therapists

When should I seek treatment for trauma?

Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.

How long does trauma therapy take?

Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.

What happens if trauma is left untreated?

Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.

Can PTSD come back after treatment?

It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.