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Lassandra Purnell

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Raleigh, NC 27603
Do you often feel weighed down, stuck in old patterns, or unsure how to handle life’s ups and downs? Challenges can be unpredictable, and it’s common to feel like you’re carrying too much while neglecting your own needs. If you’re ready to break free from this cycle and move toward healing, I’m here to walk with you. Together, we’ll focus on restoring balance and building a path toward a more peaceful, fulfilling, and emotionally grounded life.
I specialize in guiding individuals through anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and severe mental illnesses. Using evidence-based treatments like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing, I provide tools to address symptoms, process emotions, and build a fulfilling life.
You are the expert in your life, and together, we’ll navigate transitions, challenges, and your personal goals at a pace that feels right for you. My role is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your thoughts, identify patterns, and work toward meaningful change. Let’s collaborate on your journey to healing and growth.
Call or Lassandra Purnell now for a free 15 minute consultation - (919) 372-3956

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Raleigh, NC 27603

(919) 372-3956
My website
I offer fully remote sessions. Contact for a free 15-minute consultation. For supervision inquiries, include "supervision" in your message.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Mood Disorders and Bipolar Disorder 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
You have already taken an important step. Support is here when you are ready.
Lassandra Purnell
Let's Connect (919) 372-3956
Photo of Lassandra Purnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Raleigh, NC 27603

(919) 372-3956
My website
I offer fully remote sessions. Contact for a free 15-minute consultation. For supervision inquiries, include "supervision" in your message.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Mood Disorders and Bipolar Disorder 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
You have already taken an important step. Support is here when you are ready.
Lassandra Purnell

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Lassandra Purnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (919) 372-3956
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Lassandra Purnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (919) 372-3956

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / C015672 Lassandra Purnell
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended Edinboro University of Pennsylvania , MSW, Graduated 2018
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Virginia 0904015165 / 2023
  • License: Washington DC LC200002423 / 2023
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I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 10 years of experience. I hold licenses in North Carolina, Virginia, Ohio, and Washington, DC. I bring a compassionate and empathetic approach to therapy, drawing from my diverse experiences as a mother, wife, and military veteran.
Photo of Lassandra Purnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Lassandra Purnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 372-3956
"
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 10 years of experience. I hold licenses in North Carolina, Virginia, Ohio, and Washington, DC. I bring a compassionate and empathetic approach to therapy, drawing from my diverse experiences as a mother, wife, and military veteran.
Photo of Lassandra Purnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Lassandra Purnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 372-3956

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Mood Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Severe and Persistent Mental Illness
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Veterans
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I focus on altering the emotional, cognitive, or behavioral responses stemming from traumatic experiences, allowing the brain to naturally heal.
Photo of Lassandra Purnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Lassandra Purnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 372-3956
"
I focus on altering the emotional, cognitive, or behavioral responses stemming from traumatic experiences, allowing the brain to naturally heal.
Photo of Lassandra Purnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Lassandra Purnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 372-3956

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I focus on challenging unhelpful thoughts and targeting distressing memories using bilateral stimulation. My goal is to help desensitize emotions, reduce distress, and promote healing, offering a holistic and personalized approach to your treatment.
Photo of Lassandra Purnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Lassandra Purnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 372-3956
"
I focus on challenging unhelpful thoughts and targeting distressing memories using bilateral stimulation. My goal is to help desensitize emotions, reduce distress, and promote healing, offering a holistic and personalized approach to your treatment.
Photo of Lassandra Purnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Lassandra Purnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (919) 372-3956

Location

Primary Location

Raleigh, NC 27603

(919) 372-3956
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I offer fully remote sessions. Contact for a free 15-minute consultation. For supervision inquiries, include "supervision" in your message.
Photo of Lassandra Purnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Lassandra Purnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (919) 372-3956
"
I offer fully remote sessions. Contact for a free 15-minute consultation. For supervision inquiries, include "supervision" in your message.
Photo of Lassandra Purnell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Lassandra Purnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (919) 372-3956