Do you wish you felt more like YOU? Whoever that YOU may be, therapy is here to help get you to that place of living your life in the way that feels best, whether this means talking through an issue, finding a better way of managing life, or needing a hand in getting it all organized. Let's find solutions and heal the hurt.

I have a deep passion for helping people discover their power in the face of life’s adversities. Stress presents itself in a number of ways which impact the mind, body, and spirit. As a psychotherapist, I am dedicated to an integrative whole-person approach to wellness and healing. I am particularly interested in healing the emotional/spiritual wounds of internalized racism, sexism, homophobia and other forms of oppression. I work to empower others to overcome feeling stuck and controlled by distressing emotions, unhealthy behaviors, and painful past experiences.

Each of us at some point in our lives face painful life situations and challenges, some of which we can navigate alone, but others requiring help. Sometimes family and friends can provide that support but many times having a non-biased perspective is more appropriate and effective. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I use appropriate psychological methods used within the field of mental health professionals and add the insights of Biblical Truth to help those who are hurting and facing such situations effectively overcome them and move forward to experience a more purposeful and satisfying and life.

Are recurrent thoughts, beliefs and feelings about past, present or future events preventing you from being at ease with yourself and from connecting with others? I can support you in uncovering what is blocking you and in discovering what works for you to be more present, feel more joyful and connected My clients share that through our work together they feel less anxious and depressed. Call me to set up a free time to meet at my office near South Square Mall in Durham or in Franklin Square in Chapel Hill. 919-724-1002.

Struggling with depression or anxiety? Breaking patterns is hard, but you know you want change and meaningful redirection. Painful memories and recurrent conflict can strain relationships. Work stress gets in the way of being present and feeling fulfilled. People often work with me to get things moving when they feel blocked or stuck, to develop calm where uncertainty has them off balance. Our work will reveal insight to restore stability, address trauma, and change outlook towards realizing an improved sense of self. Together we can work to identify and harness strength, addressing challenges with new clarity and inspiration.

Relationships are hard. But, why? Because your brain wants you and your partner to protect yourselves in ways that get in the way of feeling connected, loved, and passionate. Self-protection is always running in the background and you need to know how to manage it and make choices that are better for your relationship. That's normal. Thankfully, things can change. I'm an experienced, safe therapist who knows how to guide you toward new patterns of relating or recover from disappointment, affairs, fear, and distance. Heterosexual and LGBTQ couples are equally welcome in my practice.

Sometimes life is hard and you need help coping. Sometimes you get angry and you're not sure why or how to control it. Sometimes bad things happen and you can't get over it the way your friends and family expect you to. Maybe you don't really know what's going on, but you recognize that something isn't right. I want to help you figure out what isn't working in your life and get you to where you want to be.

Not accepting new clients at this time. At Sleep Health Solutions, we are psychologists with expertise in behavioral sleep medicine. We'll work with you to find the best approach for your sleep problems. We offer individually tailored non-medication brief treatments for some of the most common sleep complaints, such as insomnia and adjusting to sleep apnea treatment. Bringing years of sleep disorders clinic experiences to our practice, we understand how difficult it can be to struggle with sleep. We use a collaborative approach to provide the best sleep treatments available in a compassionate and supportive environment.

*Please note: I am currently unable to take new clients.* I understand the ways in which trauma and distress lead to suffering and blocked goals. With over 10 years as a mental health professional, and a deep commitment to my own healing and growth, I offer a space for therapeutic work that is both well-informed by research and training, and personally connected. I work with clients to feel more authentically aligned with self, and to address the ways past trauma, loss, or instability might be causing conflict or distress in your life.

***Update 2/16/21: Building waitlist for new clients*** Looking for ways to ease anxiety, sadness, stress? Allow me to help support you on your journey! I think that it takes so much bravery taking the first steps toward healing and/or growth and I look forward to helping you feel comfortable and safe beginning to address whatever you feel is holding you back from being able to live the life you want to lead.

I am a clinical psychologist licensed and practicing in Florida and North Carolina. Presently, I am treating patients exclusively through the HIPAA-compliant tele-therapy platform thera-Link. I received my undergraduate degree from Boston College and doctorate from Fordham University. I completed my postdoctoral residency at the Renfrew Center and have specialized training in the treatment of eating disorders. I have also worked for Miami-Dade County Public Schools and treat a number of emotional and behavioral disorders, in addition to conducting psychoeducational and psychological assessments.

My practice provides counseling for adolescents and adults, in addition to clinical supervision of LCMHCAs. I specialize in treating persons 13 and up struggling with mood disorders, relationship issues, family conflict, life transitions, parenting concerns, body image and grief/loss. I am a National Certified Counselor (#310456), Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor & Supervisor, (#S10026), and founder of ASH Counseling, PLLC in Durham, NC. I believe in the strength of a positive, trusting therapeutic relationship, and am dedicated to providing a relaxed, non-judgmental environment for you to explore important issues in.

Whether you’ve been struggling with painful issues for a while or have recently been clobbered by difficult challenges, you’ve already taken a healthy step forward... you’re here! Actively looking for someone you can trust to guide and support your efforts toward change. For almost 30 years I’ve provided therapy in settings ranging from hospitals to Army bases and have accumulated a wealth of experience and success stories. Let's work together to move you toward the positive changes you want in life!

Struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions can be incredibly overwhelming. Often times it can feel like we are controlled by painful thoughts and feelings or repeating harmful patterns that alienate us from our authentic selves. I have expertise in treating difficulties including anxiety and over-analyzing, feelings of insecurity or anger toward yourself, and difficulty identifying what you want in life. My clients are typically motivated women, graduate students, or working professionals. I draw from evidence-based therapies that will help you get space from painful thoughts and feelings.

With over 20 years of professional experience treating depression, anxiety, relationship issues and struggles with food, weight, body image, and disordered eating, I believe all mental health symptoms are there for reasons. Our work is to uncover those reasons and discover more effective means of caring for self. Exploring family dynamics, life experiences, personal beliefs, and both conscious and unconscious aspects of Self are all part of the therapeutic process. In therapy we work with the conscious and unconscious material which surfaces in the psychotherapy room as well as bringing attention to thought and behavior patterns, developing insights, and strategizing solutions.

"Once upon a time..." is the beginning of many stories If you are seeking therapy, you have a story to tell. Perhaps your story is filtered through the lens of depression, anxiety, trauma or substance dependence. I will listen, and remain attentive to, and curious about the intricacies of your story. I will provide an atmosphere of safety without judgment so that enlightenment, healing and growth can take place. I use Solution-Focused approach to therapy and Motivational Interviewing techniques in my work with couples, families and individuals to help enhance and maintain rewarding relationships and manage life transitions.

If you’re here, you’re probably searching for someone that can help you work through the emotional aftermath of a difficult and traumatic experience such as trauma from abuse, or a toxic relationship that may be causing a lot of pain in your life. You may be seeking to increase your self-esteem and self-confidence, or would like to learn to say no to others, set boundaries and put yourself first. You could be struggling with depression or anxiety, have a difficult time controlling your anger, or maybe your use of substances is causing major problems in your life. Or maybe it’s something else entirely.

My approach to counseling is that we are our one minds, body, soul, and spirit - all within us is connected - we are one. Becoming reconnected is the process of returning to your whole self, back home to who we are designed to be. Although we cannot erase the harm done to us, we can reclaim and reconnect back to our original sense of self. Counseling is a process of coming back home to you. I am a fan of allowing you to guide our processes of coming home to you. My approach to therapy is an embodied, interpersonal and narrative (story) focused.

Are you struggling with loss, unwanted changes, or stressful life transitions? Do you feel alone in your struggle, that others don't really understand? Whatever your distress, I can help you find ways to cope with overwhelming emotions and to move forward in your challenging world, discovering new possibilities for yourself. My expertise is in grief due to death, but I have over 20 years therapy experience with loss and transitions of all kinds: chronic and terminal illness, end of life issues, caregiving, troubling relationships, job loss and changes, life passages, and identity changes.

Are you thinking something needs to change but you’re not sure what? Life can often throw major curveballs and we can be left feeling stuck, frustrated or confused. Other times life is just difficult and we beat ourselves up because it seems that everyone else is doing fine. Whether you’re struggling with eating issues, worry that won’t go away, or feeling like every day is a battle, things can change for the better.