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Arwa Saleh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
I also provide couples and family sessions to help your family grow stronger.
Do you ever feel stuck, or that you have lost yourself along the way? Is it your first time seeking therapy or have you tried therapy in the past and continue to feel stuck? Are you having a hard time finding the right therapist? Let me help. I am focused on working with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, Trauma, transitions, life evaluation, grief and loss, family conflicts, and relationship issues. I strive to create a safe and supportive space to allow all my clients to heal, grow, increase self-awareness, and be confident in their identity. I work with teens, adults, couples, and families.
I also provide couples and family sessions to help your family grow stronger.
Do you ever feel stuck, or that you have lost yourself along the way? Is it your first time seeking therapy or have you tried therapy in the past and continue to feel stuck? Are you having a hard time finding the right therapist? Let me help. I am focused on working with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, Trauma, transitions, life evaluation, grief and loss, family conflicts, and relationship issues. I strive to create a safe and supportive space to allow all my clients to heal, grow, increase self-awareness, and be confident in their identity. I work with teens, adults, couples, and families.
(984) 214-7875 View (984) 214-7875
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Nakita Noël LCSW Therapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
Coping with Marital/ Family Conflict or Divorce.
I am a queer, Black, fully-licensed therapist (LCSW) with over 10 years of clinical experience. I’ve worked with individuals as they face a terminal diagnosis; with patients who have experienced losses in their relationships and livelihood due to mental illness or a chronic condition; with couples as they navigate role shifts, parenting, and caregiving of elder family members; with clients whose life experience of social marginalization have led to depression; and with those presenting to their primary care doctor for stomach pain and heart palpitations, only to learn that anxiety is the root cause.
Coping with Marital/ Family Conflict or Divorce.
I am a queer, Black, fully-licensed therapist (LCSW) with over 10 years of clinical experience. I’ve worked with individuals as they face a terminal diagnosis; with patients who have experienced losses in their relationships and livelihood due to mental illness or a chronic condition; with couples as they navigate role shifts, parenting, and caregiving of elder family members; with clients whose life experience of social marginalization have led to depression; and with those presenting to their primary care doctor for stomach pain and heart palpitations, only to learn that anxiety is the root cause.
(919) 367-1353 View (919) 367-1353
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Myishanka (Mya) McMillian
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
We are committed to creating a personalized plan that empowers you and/or your family to live a better and healthier life.
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
We are committed to creating a personalized plan that empowers you and/or your family to live a better and healthier life.
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
(919) 849-3585 View (919) 849-3585
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Urban Healing Counseling, PLLC
LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27703
We honor the whole person and take into account family history, environment, and situational factors.
Starting therapy can be intimidating, but we promise that healing is possible. Urban Healing Counseling, PLLC is an innovative group psychotherapy practice. We provide outpatient counseling services for adults and teens. We also provide group therapy. We work with individuals who experience anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and a wide range of other emotional and mental health issues. We have a special interest in working with clients who are struggling with self-esteem issues, perfectionism, control issues, “the need to please" and “finding purpose”.
We honor the whole person and take into account family history, environment, and situational factors.
Starting therapy can be intimidating, but we promise that healing is possible. Urban Healing Counseling, PLLC is an innovative group psychotherapy practice. We provide outpatient counseling services for adults and teens. We also provide group therapy. We work with individuals who experience anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and a wide range of other emotional and mental health issues. We have a special interest in working with clients who are struggling with self-esteem issues, perfectionism, control issues, “the need to please" and “finding purpose”.
(984) 222-3006 View (984) 222-3006
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Audra Vann
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
Audra Vann is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2019. She has an B.A. Liberal Studies with a minor in French from California State University of San Bernardino (summa cum laude with highest honors, special recognition from the School of Communication for Excellence in Journalism), an M. A. Special Education with a concentration in Assistive Technology (summa cum laude with highest honors), and an M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in trauma and crisis (summa cum laude with highest honors). Some people experience more trauma than others.
Audra Vann is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2019. She has an B.A. Liberal Studies with a minor in French from California State University of San Bernardino (summa cum laude with highest honors, special recognition from the School of Communication for Excellence in Journalism), an M. A. Special Education with a concentration in Assistive Technology (summa cum laude with highest honors), and an M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in trauma and crisis (summa cum laude with highest honors). Some people experience more trauma than others.
(919) 364-6620 View (919) 364-6620
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Samara Bowser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
My interactions with clients are grounded in compassion, respect, empathy, and an understanding of cultural impacts. I consider the role of a therapist as helping to educate and empower clients so that they develop the insight and skills necessary to overcome their own personal and situational challenges. Many of my clients are dealing with transitions or difficult life events. My approach is gentle, supportive, inclusive, highly informed and effective.
My interactions with clients are grounded in compassion, respect, empathy, and an understanding of cultural impacts. I consider the role of a therapist as helping to educate and empower clients so that they develop the insight and skills necessary to overcome their own personal and situational challenges. Many of my clients are dealing with transitions or difficult life events. My approach is gentle, supportive, inclusive, highly informed and effective.
(252) 888-7209 View (252) 888-7209
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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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DeJuan J. Lundy, Crossroads Therapeutic Services
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, PhD, LCMHCS , LCAS , CLC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
DeJuan J. Lundy is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS), and a Certified Life Coach (CLC) with over 18 years of experience working with diverse populations, ages as well as a wide range of diagnoses and disorders. She specializes in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, ADHD, PTSD, Addiction, Substance Abuse, Trauma, Anger Management, Stress Management, and Mood Disorders.
DeJuan J. Lundy is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS), and a Certified Life Coach (CLC) with over 18 years of experience working with diverse populations, ages as well as a wide range of diagnoses and disorders. She specializes in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, ADHD, PTSD, Addiction, Substance Abuse, Trauma, Anger Management, Stress Management, and Mood Disorders.
(919) 701-4816 View (919) 701-4816
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Waite Psychological & Therapeutic Services, PLLC
Psychological Associate, MA/CAS, LPA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
Have you or your child been struggling with paying attention, meeting life/school goals, and/or making progress despite being in therapy or taking medication to manage symptoms? Are you looking for answers and recommendations that can help to improve your or your child's success in your relationships, work, home, and/or school? Are you an adult struggling with a transition in life or a parent who is seeking support managing the stressors of being a new parent or raising a child(ren)? We can help! At Waite PTS we are dedicated to helping you identify and achieve goals so that you can live your best life.
Have you or your child been struggling with paying attention, meeting life/school goals, and/or making progress despite being in therapy or taking medication to manage symptoms? Are you looking for answers and recommendations that can help to improve your or your child's success in your relationships, work, home, and/or school? Are you an adult struggling with a transition in life or a parent who is seeking support managing the stressors of being a new parent or raising a child(ren)? We can help! At Waite PTS we are dedicated to helping you identify and achieve goals so that you can live your best life.
(919) 635-4326 View (919) 635-4326
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Rise & Thrive Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS, NCC, LCAS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27703
Our everyday can get overwhelming and it can be difficult to take action in order to make changes in our lives. Stepping outside of the box can be scary. You have the ability to rise up to the occasion to take more control of your own life experiences. You can feel more confident & free and truly live your life.
Our everyday can get overwhelming and it can be difficult to take action in order to make changes in our lives. Stepping outside of the box can be scary. You have the ability to rise up to the occasion to take more control of your own life experiences. You can feel more confident & free and truly live your life.
(919) 251-5658 View (919) 251-5658
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Luisa Cesar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
Do you feel like the relationships in your life are not healthy or fulfilling? Maybe you made decisions in the past that you regret? Or perhaps you are stuck in a situation that doesn’t make you happy, or where no one listens to you? Maybe you want things to change, but don’t know where to start. You have made the right choice by coming here to seek help. Many of us worry about these things on a daily basis and you are not alone. If this resonates with you and you came here to look for answers, you’ve taken the most difficult and important step. I know that changing can be scary, but it is possible.
Do you feel like the relationships in your life are not healthy or fulfilling? Maybe you made decisions in the past that you regret? Or perhaps you are stuck in a situation that doesn’t make you happy, or where no one listens to you? Maybe you want things to change, but don’t know where to start. You have made the right choice by coming here to seek help. Many of us worry about these things on a daily basis and you are not alone. If this resonates with you and you came here to look for answers, you’ve taken the most difficult and important step. I know that changing can be scary, but it is possible.
(919) 739-4525 View (919) 739-4525
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Katie Blum
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27703
It is important to Katie that the therapeutic space feels safe and inviting. Katie will work to develop meaningful therapeutic relationships with her clients, assist them with increasing their understanding and awareness of presenting challenges, and establish goals to work towards in therapy. Katie takes a collaborative, client-centered approach, and integrates modalities in treatment that best suit the individual to promote positive, sustainable change. Katie also has a passion for perinatal mental health and takes special care in supporting clients at any stage throughout their journey.
It is important to Katie that the therapeutic space feels safe and inviting. Katie will work to develop meaningful therapeutic relationships with her clients, assist them with increasing their understanding and awareness of presenting challenges, and establish goals to work towards in therapy. Katie takes a collaborative, client-centered approach, and integrates modalities in treatment that best suit the individual to promote positive, sustainable change. Katie also has a passion for perinatal mental health and takes special care in supporting clients at any stage throughout their journey.
(919) 372-3968 View (919) 372-3968
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Laura Lindgren, LPC, LCMHC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27703  (Online Only)
Sept '24: Accepting new clients. LGBTQ friendly provider. I specialize in IFS therapy, anxiety, and relationships. I provide both couples and individual therapy through a trauma informed lens. Some issues I work with include: relationship difficulties, anxiety/depression, neurodiversity, LGBTQ related issues, health issues (e.g. cancer) academic/career stressors, religious and relational trauma, and life transitions (e.g. postpartum, relocation, divorce). My therapeutic style is warm, empathic, and I value humor in sessions. I will help build self awareness and strategies that will support you on your wellness journey.
Sept '24: Accepting new clients. LGBTQ friendly provider. I specialize in IFS therapy, anxiety, and relationships. I provide both couples and individual therapy through a trauma informed lens. Some issues I work with include: relationship difficulties, anxiety/depression, neurodiversity, LGBTQ related issues, health issues (e.g. cancer) academic/career stressors, religious and relational trauma, and life transitions (e.g. postpartum, relocation, divorce). My therapeutic style is warm, empathic, and I value humor in sessions. I will help build self awareness and strategies that will support you on your wellness journey.
(540) 274-5545 View (540) 274-5545
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Liz Minnich
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27703  (Online Only)
Welcome! I hold the belief that every person is inherently good, lovable, capable, and resilient. My role is to support clients in discovering their true selves in a safe, and caring environment. Simply put, I encourage all of my clients to come as they are. ​ I commit to create a space in which we can reflect on the past and the present and practice new ways to connect authentically with others, quiet the inner critic, and live a life lead by their unique values.
Welcome! I hold the belief that every person is inherently good, lovable, capable, and resilient. My role is to support clients in discovering their true selves in a safe, and caring environment. Simply put, I encourage all of my clients to come as they are. ​ I commit to create a space in which we can reflect on the past and the present and practice new ways to connect authentically with others, quiet the inner critic, and live a life lead by their unique values.
(919) 794-8326 View (919) 794-8326
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Tisha Fauntleroy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Life is like an ocean of possibilities. There are times in life that you are floating along just fine, times were you are riding high on the waves, and then there are times you feel like you are caught in a strong under current, struggling to keep from drowning. Whether you are dealing with depression, emotional challenges, trauma, relationship issues, or difficult life transitions and circumstances, you do not have to navigate them alone. My role as your therapist is to support and challenge you to reach your personal goals, with compassion and understanding, in an empathetic, judgment free partnership.
Life is like an ocean of possibilities. There are times in life that you are floating along just fine, times were you are riding high on the waves, and then there are times you feel like you are caught in a strong under current, struggling to keep from drowning. Whether you are dealing with depression, emotional challenges, trauma, relationship issues, or difficult life transitions and circumstances, you do not have to navigate them alone. My role as your therapist is to support and challenge you to reach your personal goals, with compassion and understanding, in an empathetic, judgment free partnership.
(984) 459-7708 View (984) 459-7708
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.