Therapists in 27701
Having lived both in the U.S. and abroad, I’m familiar with the unpredictability of life and the importance of having tools that help us tell our story and build resilience. I am open to clients experiencing a wide range of concerns and have experience addressing challenges related to depression, anxiety, ADHD, religious trauma, family conflict, relationship challenges, and PTSD.
My therapy style draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques to help clients stay grounded in the present, clarify their values, and actively pursue the life they want.
Having lived both in the U.S. and abroad, I’m familiar with the unpredictability of life and the importance of having tools that help us tell our story and build resilience. I am open to clients experiencing a wide range of concerns and have experience addressing challenges related to depression, anxiety, ADHD, religious trauma, family conflict, relationship challenges, and PTSD.
My therapy style draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques to help clients stay grounded in the present, clarify their values, and actively pursue the life they want.
I am passionate about working with young adults, adults, couples, and families. I love supporting my client’s growth through the development of mindfulness-based coping skills to help navigate life’s stressors as well as providing the space to look inwards and understand themselves better. During our work together, we will focus on reframing thought patterns, exploring internal motivations and dreams, and learning new practical skills to implement with yourself and in relationships with others. If this sounds like what you’re looking for, I’d be honored to work with you!
I am passionate about working with young adults, adults, couples, and families. I love supporting my client’s growth through the development of mindfulness-based coping skills to help navigate life’s stressors as well as providing the space to look inwards and understand themselves better. During our work together, we will focus on reframing thought patterns, exploring internal motivations and dreams, and learning new practical skills to implement with yourself and in relationships with others. If this sounds like what you’re looking for, I’d be honored to work with you!
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by intense emotions, feeling numb, constantly worrying about the smallest things, or never quite feeling like you belong? Maybe imagining the future feels unbearable, and sometimes you want to escape the mental pain. If you’re struggling with thoughts of self-harm or suicide, you are not alone; your pain is real. You also might be exploring what it means to be neurodivergent, living with chronic illness or a disability, or facing challenges like anxiety, OCD, trauma, or big life changes. I help people like you find balance between acceptance and change, building skills to create a life worth living.
Do you find yourself overwhelmed by intense emotions, feeling numb, constantly worrying about the smallest things, or never quite feeling like you belong? Maybe imagining the future feels unbearable, and sometimes you want to escape the mental pain. If you’re struggling with thoughts of self-harm or suicide, you are not alone; your pain is real. You also might be exploring what it means to be neurodivergent, living with chronic illness or a disability, or facing challenges like anxiety, OCD, trauma, or big life changes. I help people like you find balance between acceptance and change, building skills to create a life worth living.
Ashley Pender
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, NCC
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27701
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or weighed down by daily stress or unexpected life events? You’re not alone. Many people find themselves feeling lost, isolated, or unsure of how to move forward. Navigating these challenges can feel daunting, but support is available.
My approach to counseling is collaborative—we’ll work together to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I’m here to help you build effective coping strategies, set meaningful goals, and move toward greater clarity and balance. In our work together, you'll find a space that supports healing, encourages growth, and fosters self-understanding.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or weighed down by daily stress or unexpected life events? You’re not alone. Many people find themselves feeling lost, isolated, or unsure of how to move forward. Navigating these challenges can feel daunting, but support is available.
My approach to counseling is collaborative—we’ll work together to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I’m here to help you build effective coping strategies, set meaningful goals, and move toward greater clarity and balance. In our work together, you'll find a space that supports healing, encourages growth, and fosters self-understanding.
Hi! I am Chris Luce.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been serving the communities that I have lived in for the last 35 years and would love to get to know you and assist you on your journey of healing and growth!
I believe the relationship between you and your therapist is very special and important. Sharing your thoughts, feelings and experiences with someone you trust in order to explore and understand yourself and your motivations can be an amazing and powerful experience. Understanding your past can bring more vitality, energy and confidence to your choices and assist you in meeting your personal goals
Hi! I am Chris Luce.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been serving the communities that I have lived in for the last 35 years and would love to get to know you and assist you on your journey of healing and growth!
I believe the relationship between you and your therapist is very special and important. Sharing your thoughts, feelings and experiences with someone you trust in order to explore and understand yourself and your motivations can be an amazing and powerful experience. Understanding your past can bring more vitality, energy and confidence to your choices and assist you in meeting your personal goals
Myishanka (Mya) McMillian
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, CCTP
Durham, NC 27701
My name is MyiShanka Mya McMillian, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Motivational Speaker, Educator, & Transformation Coach. Like you, first and foremost, I am a human being with countless experiences that continue to shape life with beautiful highs and devastating lows. These extremes, coupled with my background in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Trauma, and Mindfulness allow me to challenge and guide clients while relating to their struggles. With the use of counseling, I help clients recognize their inner strength, overcome obstacles, and develop a winning mindset. For more information: www.theempresshaven.org
My name is MyiShanka Mya McMillian, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Motivational Speaker, Educator, & Transformation Coach. Like you, first and foremost, I am a human being with countless experiences that continue to shape life with beautiful highs and devastating lows. These extremes, coupled with my background in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Trauma, and Mindfulness allow me to challenge and guide clients while relating to their struggles. With the use of counseling, I help clients recognize their inner strength, overcome obstacles, and develop a winning mindset. For more information: www.theempresshaven.org
Are you overwhelmed with the complexities of life that you feel an urge to shut down? Do you find yourself constantly reevaluating your decisions to get on the “right track”? As a therapist, it is my goal to assist clients in unpacking their trauma, challenges of daily living, and overarching negative thoughts to identify healthy ways of coping yielding a positive way of navigating through life. With over two years of experience working in various mental health settings such as outpatient therapy, psychosocial rehabilitation, and intensive in home, I have developed a passion for empowering adult women to work through trauma.
Are you overwhelmed with the complexities of life that you feel an urge to shut down? Do you find yourself constantly reevaluating your decisions to get on the “right track”? As a therapist, it is my goal to assist clients in unpacking their trauma, challenges of daily living, and overarching negative thoughts to identify healthy ways of coping yielding a positive way of navigating through life. With over two years of experience working in various mental health settings such as outpatient therapy, psychosocial rehabilitation, and intensive in home, I have developed a passion for empowering adult women to work through trauma.
As a clinical social worker and coach for over 25 years, my intention is to invite focus and reflection. I use the evidence-based model of Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) when working with clients. I help my clients gain clarity about what's most important to them and encourage actions in alignment with identified values. Solution SFBT is a therapy modality that focuses on change through language that invites creativity and hope. A sincere belief in clients’ capacity to create change in their lives is a core component of this therapeutic approach.
As a clinical social worker and coach for over 25 years, my intention is to invite focus and reflection. I use the evidence-based model of Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) when working with clients. I help my clients gain clarity about what's most important to them and encourage actions in alignment with identified values. Solution SFBT is a therapy modality that focuses on change through language that invites creativity and hope. A sincere belief in clients’ capacity to create change in their lives is a core component of this therapeutic approach.
When you find yourself not on the same page as your partner or you have challenges with finding a work/life balance, I’m here to support you. Sometimes talking about challenges in life can help us rediscover our strengths. That’s where I come in to provide the support and resources that may help you along the way. When you notice that you are having difficulties coming up with a solution, there are therapists like me here to support you along the way. Therapy can provide educational resources, insight on what you may not see, and a confidential safe space where you can be yourself.
When you find yourself not on the same page as your partner or you have challenges with finding a work/life balance, I’m here to support you. Sometimes talking about challenges in life can help us rediscover our strengths. That’s where I come in to provide the support and resources that may help you along the way. When you notice that you are having difficulties coming up with a solution, there are therapists like me here to support you along the way. Therapy can provide educational resources, insight on what you may not see, and a confidential safe space where you can be yourself.
I am Asenath Devaney, a Licensed Psychologist specializing in therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. With over 20 years of experience providing individual, group, and family therapy, I’ve worked across a variety of mental health settings, including psychosocial rehabilitation, residential treatment centers, and school-based therapy. I earned my Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology and Theater from Wheaton College, my Educational Specialist (Ed.S) in School Psychology from Florida International University, and my Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in School Psychology from North Carolina State University.
I am Asenath Devaney, a Licensed Psychologist specializing in therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. With over 20 years of experience providing individual, group, and family therapy, I’ve worked across a variety of mental health settings, including psychosocial rehabilitation, residential treatment centers, and school-based therapy. I earned my Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology and Theater from Wheaton College, my Educational Specialist (Ed.S) in School Psychology from Florida International University, and my Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in School Psychology from North Carolina State University.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 6 years of experience in mental health. I work with individuals processing recent and generational trauma, betrayal trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, chronic health concerns, identity journeys, attachment issues, as well as those seeking new ways to address cyclical relationship problems, behavioral addictions, and other manifestations of human struggles. I graduated summa cum laude from North Carolina Central University in 2017. Before becoming a therapist, I was a School Counselor for four years and a family-centered treatment (FCT) therapist for over a year.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 6 years of experience in mental health. I work with individuals processing recent and generational trauma, betrayal trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, chronic health concerns, identity journeys, attachment issues, as well as those seeking new ways to address cyclical relationship problems, behavioral addictions, and other manifestations of human struggles. I graduated summa cum laude from North Carolina Central University in 2017. Before becoming a therapist, I was a School Counselor for four years and a family-centered treatment (FCT) therapist for over a year.
I am a Licensed Psychologist who has practiced in North Carolina for nearly 30 years. I have assisted a diverse population of clients, including individual adults, couples, adolescents, geriatrics, and military veterans. I understand that one's life path is often filled with unexpected twists and turns.
I am a Licensed Psychologist who has practiced in North Carolina for nearly 30 years. I have assisted a diverse population of clients, including individual adults, couples, adolescents, geriatrics, and military veterans. I understand that one's life path is often filled with unexpected twists and turns.
Life can sometimes feel like a roller coaster—with sharp turns, endless loops, and the pressure to hold it all together. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, confused, or even alone in the process. But guess what? You don't have to navigate these challenges on your own.
My name is Shanae Fragoso, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Mathews Counseling. I’m passionate about helping teens and young adults/adults reconnect with their inner strength and navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and clarity.
Life can sometimes feel like a roller coaster—with sharp turns, endless loops, and the pressure to hold it all together. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, confused, or even alone in the process. But guess what? You don't have to navigate these challenges on your own.
My name is Shanae Fragoso, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Mathews Counseling. I’m passionate about helping teens and young adults/adults reconnect with their inner strength and navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and clarity.
January 2026: Accepting new patients! Have you been feeling unmotivated and struggle to complete tasks? Does overthinking keep you up at night? Have you been wondering more and more “Who am I?” -– grappling with questions like “What do I want?” What do I need?” or “What do I want to do?” Hey y’all, I’m Dr. Curran. I love working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with low mood, anxiety, relationships, and finding the best direction for their lives. I also love working with people of all ages who are going through life transitions, identity exploration, who are in the midst of changes, or who are feeling ‘stuck.’
January 2026: Accepting new patients! Have you been feeling unmotivated and struggle to complete tasks? Does overthinking keep you up at night? Have you been wondering more and more “Who am I?” -– grappling with questions like “What do I want?” What do I need?” or “What do I want to do?” Hey y’all, I’m Dr. Curran. I love working with adolescents and adults who are struggling with low mood, anxiety, relationships, and finding the best direction for their lives. I also love working with people of all ages who are going through life transitions, identity exploration, who are in the midst of changes, or who are feeling ‘stuck.’
My clinical specialties include gender affirming care, religious trauma in the LGBTQ community, sexual wellness, family of origin concerns, and anxiety disorders.
My clinical specialties include gender affirming care, religious trauma in the LGBTQ community, sexual wellness, family of origin concerns, and anxiety disorders.
There comes a point in life where you have tried all you can try alone. Maybe you have been fighting a battle by yourself and now you are looking for an army. Maybe at this point in your life, you are ready to embark on a new journey, with help and assistance. This is where I come in. Together we will work to repair what you feel is damaged, and strengthen what you feel is weak, so that we can fight and win this battle together. My ideal clients are those in a marriage, relationship, or partnership and are working to stay together. As a team, we will work through challenges, misdirected feelings, emotions, infidelity, and change.
There comes a point in life where you have tried all you can try alone. Maybe you have been fighting a battle by yourself and now you are looking for an army. Maybe at this point in your life, you are ready to embark on a new journey, with help and assistance. This is where I come in. Together we will work to repair what you feel is damaged, and strengthen what you feel is weak, so that we can fight and win this battle together. My ideal clients are those in a marriage, relationship, or partnership and are working to stay together. As a team, we will work through challenges, misdirected feelings, emotions, infidelity, and change.
Welcome/Bienvenidos! I look forward to connecting and walking along side you as you foster a better connection with self and peace/contentment/whatever you are striving for. I work with folks facing anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, life transitions, interpersonal challenges, spiritual questions, or just feeling adrift in life. I'm a social worker by training which means that I firmly believe that you can't appreciate someone's situation without understanding their unique context and layers of identity and that a social justice lens is essential for meaningful healing work.
Welcome/Bienvenidos! I look forward to connecting and walking along side you as you foster a better connection with self and peace/contentment/whatever you are striving for. I work with folks facing anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, life transitions, interpersonal challenges, spiritual questions, or just feeling adrift in life. I'm a social worker by training which means that I firmly believe that you can't appreciate someone's situation without understanding their unique context and layers of identity and that a social justice lens is essential for meaningful healing work.
Whether you are struggling with navigating the challenges and griefs of this moment, hoping to have a greater sense of ease or purpose, or longing for more connection with a partner or community - I am here to provide support along the way. Bringing warmth and curiosity to my therapeutic relationships, I am committed to creating a therapeutic space in which you can feel seen and welcome. My areas of specialty include relationship issues, trauma, gender and sexuality exploration, chronic illness, grief and life transitions.
Whether you are struggling with navigating the challenges and griefs of this moment, hoping to have a greater sense of ease or purpose, or longing for more connection with a partner or community - I am here to provide support along the way. Bringing warmth and curiosity to my therapeutic relationships, I am committed to creating a therapeutic space in which you can feel seen and welcome. My areas of specialty include relationship issues, trauma, gender and sexuality exploration, chronic illness, grief and life transitions.
The body has both the ability to keep us "stuck", and to be our biggest healing agent. Do you find that you're holding yourself back from what could be? Are you tired of repeating old patterns in relationships? Maybe you notice a disconnect between who you are on the inside, and what you present to others. Perhaps you are in a life transition, and want a neutral space to question, process, laugh, celebrate and/or grieve.
In my office, you are the driver of your life and your treatment. I commit to being sensitive to the various experiences you've had, along with all of the quirks that make you who you are.
The body has both the ability to keep us "stuck", and to be our biggest healing agent. Do you find that you're holding yourself back from what could be? Are you tired of repeating old patterns in relationships? Maybe you notice a disconnect between who you are on the inside, and what you present to others. Perhaps you are in a life transition, and want a neutral space to question, process, laugh, celebrate and/or grieve.
In my office, you are the driver of your life and your treatment. I commit to being sensitive to the various experiences you've had, along with all of the quirks that make you who you are.
My work is grounded in compassion, affirmation and empathy. I believe that identifying and honoring one's strengths, especially in the context of struggle, is important to growth and healing. It's difficult to let go of old patterns that once helped you cope or survive but are now harmful or slow progress. I can support you in finding your way through.
My work is grounded in compassion, affirmation and empathy. I believe that identifying and honoring one's strengths, especially in the context of struggle, is important to growth and healing. It's difficult to let go of old patterns that once helped you cope or survive but are now harmful or slow progress. I can support you in finding your way through.
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Number of Therapists in 27701
400+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 27701 who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 83% | Depression |
| 77% | Relationship Issues |
| 74% | Stress |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 62% | Grief |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 93% | Aetna |
| 89% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 57% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in 27701 see their clients
| 68% | In Person and Online | |
| 32% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 76% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 5% | Non-Binary |