Akejah McLaughlin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA

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Akejah McLaughlin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA (she, her)

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2 Endorsed

Cary, NC 27511

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Available both in-person and online

Cary, NC 27511

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Looking for a therapist for your child—or seeking to heal your own inner wounds? I specialize in attachment-informed trauma therapy and play therapy to support individuals of all ages, from toddlers to seniors. Whether you’re navigating childhood challenges or unpacking deep emotional pain, I offer a safe, person-centered space to foster healing, growth, and resilience. Together, we’ll build tools for wellness and create lasting change.

I offer attachment-informed trauma therapy across the lifespan. For children, I use play therapy to help them express emotions, build resilience, and feel safe. For teens and adults, I integrate CBT, Brainspotting, and Emotion-Focused Therapy to heal emotional wounds, shift patterns, and foster secure relationships.

My practice is dedicated to multicultural counseling. I welcome clients from all backgrounds, respecting each person's unique cultural identity and experiences. Together, we can explore your emotions and build resilience in a supportive and understanding environment. Your journey toward emotional well-being and growth matters to me.

Call or Email Akejah McLaughlin now for a free 15 minute consultation - (910) 557-8289

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Birch Therapy - Cary

Cary, NC 27511

(910) 557-8289

Healing Hearts Therapeutic Services

Raeford, NC 28376

My website

I see kids/teens in person and adults virtually—offering care that fits your life, whether in-office or online.

I specialize in Anxiety, Stress and Child

$155 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

There's 168 hours in a week, with sessions usually being 1hr/week. The true therapy is what you do in the other 167.

Let's Connect (910) 557-8289

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Birch Therapy - Cary

Cary, NC 27511

(910) 557-8289

Healing Hearts Therapeutic Services

Raeford, NC 28376

My website

I see kids/teens in person and adults virtually—offering care that fits your life, whether in-office or online.

I specialize in Anxiety, Stress and Child

$155 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

There's 168 hours in a week, with sessions usually being 1hr/week. The true therapy is what you do in the other 167.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $155

Payment Methods

Cash, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
BlueCross and BlueShield

I primarily offer private pay services, with sessions priced at $155. For clients with out-of-network insurance, I'm happy to provide superbills to help with reimbursement.

Akejah McLaughlin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 557-8289

I primarily offer private pay services, with sessions priced at $155. For clients with out-of-network insurance, I'm happy to provide superbills to help with reimbursement.

Akejah McLaughlin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 557-8289

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / A18421 Akejah McLaughlin

Education and Years In Practice

Attended University of North Carolina at Pembroke, Master of Arts in Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Additional Credentials

Membership with American Mental Health Counselor Association

Membership with NC Association for Play Therapy

I am a North Carolina Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and Certified Play Therapist. I work with adults, children, and teens. I specialize in both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and child-centered play therapy.

Akejah McLaughlin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 557-8289

Akejah McLaughlin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 557-8289

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Stress
Child

Expertise

ADHD
Anger Management
Attachment Wounds
Behavioral Issues
Body Image
Chronic Pain
Coping Skills
Depression
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Mood Disorders
Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
Parenting
Parenting Classes
Peer Relationships
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

I work with clients who may be experiencing anxiety, stress, and dysregulation. Using a fusion of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and attachment-based interventions, we'll unpack and process any issues at hand and create a treatment plan to meet your wellness goals. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first 60 days and sustained improvement thereafter.

Akejah McLaughlin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 557-8289

Akejah McLaughlin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 557-8289

2 Endorsements

Divine Wellness Therapeutic Center

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC

Donald Sanders

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCQS, MA, MDiv

Alejah is a highly skilled therapist who cares for people. Her passion is caring.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Age

Toddler ,

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Brainspotting
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Emotionally Focused
Humanistic
Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
Person-Centered
Play Therapy
Positive Psychology
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

For teens and adults, we'll use CBT to reframe negative thinking patterns and alter unhelpful behaviors. Safely, we'll unpack issues that are the root of maladaptive coping skills and create new, healthy coping skills. For child clients, play is the natural medium of expression. I'll use child-centered play therapy to assist with regulation skills and processing.

Akejah McLaughlin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 557-8289

Akejah McLaughlin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 557-8289

Location

Primary Location

Birch Therapy - Cary

Cary, NC 27511

(910) 557-8289

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Additional Location

Healing Hearts Therapeutic Services

Raeford, NC 28376

(910) 557-8289

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

I see kids/teens in person and adults virtually—offering care that fits your life, whether in-office or online.

Akejah McLaughlin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA

Call for a free consultation now - (910) 557-8289

I see kids/teens in person and adults virtually—offering care that fits your life, whether in-office or online.

Akejah McLaughlin

Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MAEd, LCMHCA

Call for a free consultation now - (910) 557-8289

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