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De'Lisa M Hill
MA, LCMHCS, CTMH, CLA, TCMHC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Compassion, warmth, and objectivity are what I offer to everyone that walks into my practice, physically or virtually. Clients are accepted for who they are while receiving encouragement to become self-aware, grow and thrive within their communities. My goal is to create a safe space for reviving the soul (mind, will, and emotions); rebuilding weakened and destroyed personal, family and social foundations; (revealing) putting into proper perspective life's challenges and using them effectively to advance, bringing about restoration of the total being.
I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and couples. Compassion, warmth, and objectivity are what I offer to everyone that walks into my practice, physically or virtually. Clients are accepted for who they are while receiving encouragement to become self-aware, grow and thrive within their communities. My goal is to create a safe space for reviving the soul (mind, will, and emotions); rebuilding weakened and destroyed personal, family and social foundations; (revealing) putting into proper perspective life's challenges and using them effectively to advance, bringing about restoration of the total being.
(910) 370-8674 View (910) 370-8674
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Purdy Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703  (Online Only)
My passion is helping adolescents and partners who have relationship struggles.
Life can be daunting and stressful, and there are solutions. I believe it is within us all to become energized to lead happy, productive lives. Sometimes we need some extra support to reach our goals. My favorite part about being a psychotherapist is helping people realize their strengths and become empowered to lead healthy lives. This power is within all of us, and I can help you tap into it. I have a very broad background in the mental health field for the past 30 years. My practice gravitates toward helping people who are in relationship with people who have Narcissistic personality traits.
My passion is helping adolescents and partners who have relationship struggles.
Life can be daunting and stressful, and there are solutions. I believe it is within us all to become energized to lead happy, productive lives. Sometimes we need some extra support to reach our goals. My favorite part about being a psychotherapist is helping people realize their strengths and become empowered to lead healthy lives. This power is within all of us, and I can help you tap into it. I have a very broad background in the mental health field for the past 30 years. My practice gravitates toward helping people who are in relationship with people who have Narcissistic personality traits.
(571) 293-8458 View (571) 293-8458
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InBloom Relationship Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
{{{{ ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS }}}} Good therapy begins with a strong relationship between therapist and client, and I believe that creating this empathic connection is one of my greatest strengths. I provide a client-centered, strength-based, affirmative approach that is warm and welcoming — a safe space where clients can share, process, and experience their thoughts and emotions. I am committed to meeting clients where they would like to begin their journey, working collaboratively toward healing, acceptance, purpose, well-being, and fulfillment.
{{{{ ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS }}}} Good therapy begins with a strong relationship between therapist and client, and I believe that creating this empathic connection is one of my greatest strengths. I provide a client-centered, strength-based, affirmative approach that is warm and welcoming — a safe space where clients can share, process, and experience their thoughts and emotions. I am committed to meeting clients where they would like to begin their journey, working collaboratively toward healing, acceptance, purpose, well-being, and fulfillment.
(919) 582-5999 View (919) 582-5999
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CAS Counseling Psychotherapy Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, CEDS, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27703
You've hit a wall. You want to feel better. You deserve to feel better! You found CAS. Our Experts can help! We are a therapy practice of Eating Disorder Specialists who can help you heal your relationship with food, weight, body image obsession, depression, anxiety, perinatal and postpartum challenges, relationship difficulties, and trauma. As the longest standing specialty practice in the state, we offer you a team of highly trained clinicians to guide you on your journey. You are not alone anymore! www.cascounseling.com/contact/
You've hit a wall. You want to feel better. You deserve to feel better! You found CAS. Our Experts can help! We are a therapy practice of Eating Disorder Specialists who can help you heal your relationship with food, weight, body image obsession, depression, anxiety, perinatal and postpartum challenges, relationship difficulties, and trauma. As the longest standing specialty practice in the state, we offer you a team of highly trained clinicians to guide you on your journey. You are not alone anymore! www.cascounseling.com/contact/
(919) 504-5780 View (919) 504-5780
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DeCassi Foundation 501 3 C Nonprofit Organization
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703  (Online Only)
DeCassi Foundation: A Non-Profit for Empowerment and Healing DeCassi Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to providing resources and solutions to vulnerable, disenfranchised, under-served, and dis-empowered individuals. We understand the challenges many face in addressing their psychological needs, and we offer a safe and supportive space for individuals to process these issues. Our dedication to your well-being means we operate on a sliding scale, making our services accessible to all who are in need. Our primary goal is to assist you in achieving self-actualization, where you can thrive and reach your full potential.
DeCassi Foundation: A Non-Profit for Empowerment and Healing DeCassi Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to providing resources and solutions to vulnerable, disenfranchised, under-served, and dis-empowered individuals. We understand the challenges many face in addressing their psychological needs, and we offer a safe and supportive space for individuals to process these issues. Our dedication to your well-being means we operate on a sliding scale, making our services accessible to all who are in need. Our primary goal is to assist you in achieving self-actualization, where you can thrive and reach your full potential.
(919) 583-6652 View (919) 583-6652
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Kisha D Bardonille
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSSW
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
I want to be the reason you feel welcomed, seen, valued and loved. I want to help you find the joy you have been searching for! I want to help you be intentional, mindful and overcome hurdles that have stopped you from reaching desired goals in the past. I utilize 30 years of experience in the mental health field my to help you increase self awareness and self acceptance. If you are a woman of color seeking to improve relationships, manage stress, or in a life transition, I'm your therapist.
I want to be the reason you feel welcomed, seen, valued and loved. I want to help you find the joy you have been searching for! I want to help you be intentional, mindful and overcome hurdles that have stopped you from reaching desired goals in the past. I utilize 30 years of experience in the mental health field my to help you increase self awareness and self acceptance. If you are a woman of color seeking to improve relationships, manage stress, or in a life transition, I'm your therapist.
(919) 626-8872 View (919) 626-8872
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Seneca Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, QP, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27703
Not accepting new clients
As a clinician, I embrace a person-centered, strengths-based perspective, and I borrow from many different modalities in aiming to understand and meet the individual needs of each person and of each family. These theories include cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, solution-focused, reality-based, mindfulness-based and family systems theories. Techniques that I utilize may include dialogue, psycho-education, relaxation, reframing of negative thoughts, positive decision-making, role-play, mindfulness, or writing/art exercises.
As a clinician, I embrace a person-centered, strengths-based perspective, and I borrow from many different modalities in aiming to understand and meet the individual needs of each person and of each family. These theories include cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral, solution-focused, reality-based, mindfulness-based and family systems theories. Techniques that I utilize may include dialogue, psycho-education, relaxation, reframing of negative thoughts, positive decision-making, role-play, mindfulness, or writing/art exercises.
(919) 323-4044 x4 View (919) 323-4044 x4
Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.