Therapists in Durham, NC
Sara Rubin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27701 (Online Only)
Perhaps you’re in a romantic relationship, experiencing communication barriers, struggling to reconnect through conflict or after a break in trust. You may be a family coping with divorce, separation, blending or a shift in the family dynamic, or parents/caregivers struggling to support your child(ren) in challenging behaviors or big changes. Maybe you’re someone seeking support in processing attachment wounds, recent loss or death, or healing from past trauma and hoping for peace and comfort. Regardless of where you’re coming from, I’ll meet you exactly where you are & support you through the healing process with care & compassion.
Perhaps you’re in a romantic relationship, experiencing communication barriers, struggling to reconnect through conflict or after a break in trust. You may be a family coping with divorce, separation, blending or a shift in the family dynamic, or parents/caregivers struggling to support your child(ren) in challenging behaviors or big changes. Maybe you’re someone seeking support in processing attachment wounds, recent loss or death, or healing from past trauma and hoping for peace and comfort. Regardless of where you’re coming from, I’ll meet you exactly where you are & support you through the healing process with care & compassion.
Presley Bright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
I recognize each person as an individual with unique strengths, values and desires. As a part of the therapeutic process, I encourage people to identify and reflect on their own values and to improve their practice of making mindful choices based on those values. People often turn to therapy because they feel overwhelmed, alone, or disconnected. My hope for people receiving therapy is that they will experience a restoration of calm, a feeling of connectedness, and a return to a sense of normalcy. I concentrate on improving people's self-efficacy, the belief that one is able and capable.
I recognize each person as an individual with unique strengths, values and desires. As a part of the therapeutic process, I encourage people to identify and reflect on their own values and to improve their practice of making mindful choices based on those values. People often turn to therapy because they feel overwhelmed, alone, or disconnected. My hope for people receiving therapy is that they will experience a restoration of calm, a feeling of connectedness, and a return to a sense of normalcy. I concentrate on improving people's self-efficacy, the belief that one is able and capable.
Arezou Paksima
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
We live in a world that makes us sick and then capitalizes on our pain. The pain gets passed down through intergenerational trauma, parenting, and the culture at large. The impact erodes our physical and emotional health as well as our ability to nurture strong relationship with our own true selves and others. This unprocessed pain can manifest in your life in a myriad of ways including chronic depression, anxiety, low self-worth, codependency, overworking, addictive behaviors, and relational conflict.
We live in a world that makes us sick and then capitalizes on our pain. The pain gets passed down through intergenerational trauma, parenting, and the culture at large. The impact erodes our physical and emotional health as well as our ability to nurture strong relationship with our own true selves and others. This unprocessed pain can manifest in your life in a myriad of ways including chronic depression, anxiety, low self-worth, codependency, overworking, addictive behaviors, and relational conflict.
Jane C. Hollings
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LCMHC, CSOTP
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
I work with EDMR, Grief/Loss, Bipolar, Complex Trauma, PTSD, DID, Attachment Issues, ODD/Conduct Disorder Issues, Depression, Juvenile Sex Offending and Victims, LGBTQ Community, EAP Referrals, Long and Short Term Therapy, Christian Counseling to those with this interest. I work with age groups from 10 years of age and up. Psycho-sexual Assessments ( sexual misbehavior) for ages 10-18 and Bio-Psycho assessments (behavior) upon request.
I work with EDMR, Grief/Loss, Bipolar, Complex Trauma, PTSD, DID, Attachment Issues, ODD/Conduct Disorder Issues, Depression, Juvenile Sex Offending and Victims, LGBTQ Community, EAP Referrals, Long and Short Term Therapy, Christian Counseling to those with this interest. I work with age groups from 10 years of age and up. Psycho-sexual Assessments ( sexual misbehavior) for ages 10-18 and Bio-Psycho assessments (behavior) upon request.
Asantewaa Yaa Yamoah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27701 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Yaa Yamoah, MSW, LCSWA (she/her), is a recent graduate of the School of Social Work at UNC-Chapel Hill. She is passionate about working with and supporting neurodivergent folks as they experience life transitions and learn to better understand their emotions. The focus of her clinical work is to validate the client’s emotions and provide empathy. She will also provide clients with practical skills which can be used to decrease the intensity of certain emotions so that they can live their best life. Yaa is a clinician who strives to work with clients to help them to find their authentic self.
Yaa Yamoah, MSW, LCSWA (she/her), is a recent graduate of the School of Social Work at UNC-Chapel Hill. She is passionate about working with and supporting neurodivergent folks as they experience life transitions and learn to better understand their emotions. The focus of her clinical work is to validate the client’s emotions and provide empathy. She will also provide clients with practical skills which can be used to decrease the intensity of certain emotions so that they can live their best life. Yaa is a clinician who strives to work with clients to help them to find their authentic self.
Donna Boni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, C-PD, CCTP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27705
Your life may not be what you want it to be. You may be struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, past or present trauma. You need someone to talk to, who will listen, not judge, who wants to help you find a way to a better life. I subscribe to the wise words of Viktor Frankl: "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." Let me help you meet that challenge. I strive to create a trusting relationship with my clients, which is the foundation that allows a successful outcome. I have extensive training in trauma and the symptoms that often result from these experiences.
Your life may not be what you want it to be. You may be struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, past or present trauma. You need someone to talk to, who will listen, not judge, who wants to help you find a way to a better life. I subscribe to the wise words of Viktor Frankl: "When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves." Let me help you meet that challenge. I strive to create a trusting relationship with my clients, which is the foundation that allows a successful outcome. I have extensive training in trauma and the symptoms that often result from these experiences.
Leah Farley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients! You want other people to see you as smart and helpful, but you question these things about yourself and worry that you may not be measuring up. Your anxiety has been interfering in your day-to-day for awhile now and you may have even found yourself having panic attacks—something you now want to avoid at all cost. Others may have told you that you are too sensitive, but you can’t help what you feel and that you sometimes just need to get away from all the people and noise. You’ve found yourself struggling with your relationships, socializing, or both—and you just wish things didn’t have to be so hard.
Accepting New Clients! You want other people to see you as smart and helpful, but you question these things about yourself and worry that you may not be measuring up. Your anxiety has been interfering in your day-to-day for awhile now and you may have even found yourself having panic attacks—something you now want to avoid at all cost. Others may have told you that you are too sensitive, but you can’t help what you feel and that you sometimes just need to get away from all the people and noise. You’ve found yourself struggling with your relationships, socializing, or both—and you just wish things didn’t have to be so hard.
Charlotte Sime
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCASA, CIMHP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27713 (Online Only)
The ideal client is one who is curious and willing to explore new and different options in their life. Their issues could be life stressors, poor relationships, self-esteem, family conflict, trauma, substance use, codependency, setting boundaries, mood disorders, anger management, bereavement, spiritual issues, depression, anxious, parenting issues, needing coping skills, ADHD, adjusting to life changes, poor sleep habits, help setting self-care goals, feeling stuck in life, sad or lost. The client may simply want someone to talk with, to feel heard, to know they're not alone and help take back control in their life.
The ideal client is one who is curious and willing to explore new and different options in their life. Their issues could be life stressors, poor relationships, self-esteem, family conflict, trauma, substance use, codependency, setting boundaries, mood disorders, anger management, bereavement, spiritual issues, depression, anxious, parenting issues, needing coping skills, ADHD, adjusting to life changes, poor sleep habits, help setting self-care goals, feeling stuck in life, sad or lost. The client may simply want someone to talk with, to feel heard, to know they're not alone and help take back control in their life.
Basil Guyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27705
Hello! My name is Basil. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania and North Carolina. My practice is currently mostly telehealth, with some in person availability in Durham, NC. I also rent office space in Philly occasionally for in person sessions. I've been providing psychotherapy since 2017, and have a long career history in disability work. Overall I have 17 years experience in Carework. I am a trauma therapist. I am a sex therapist. I am a relationships therapist.
Hello! My name is Basil. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Pennsylvania and North Carolina. My practice is currently mostly telehealth, with some in person availability in Durham, NC. I also rent office space in Philly occasionally for in person sessions. I've been providing psychotherapy since 2017, and have a long career history in disability work. Overall I have 17 years experience in Carework. I am a trauma therapist. I am a sex therapist. I am a relationships therapist.
Jasmine Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27709 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working in community based mental health and in the inpatient and primary care settings. I hold space for those who feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety, depression, grief, life adjustments and trauma using evidence based treatments tailored to the individual person and identified needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working in community based mental health and in the inpatient and primary care settings. I hold space for those who feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety, depression, grief, life adjustments and trauma using evidence based treatments tailored to the individual person and identified needs.
Lisa Timberlake
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27707
I am accepting individual clients! There is no wrong way to begin the therapeutic process, but it usually starts with. a question or two. Why is this happening again and again? Why do I make these choices? How do I change? My role as a therapist is to help you face these questions and use the strengths you have to begin the healing process. This may include revisiting the past, finding mindfulness in the present and looking forward to a better future. I am an affirming CNM and kink practitioner. I am a couples therapist and have completed the first level of the Gottman Method couples therapy.
I am accepting individual clients! There is no wrong way to begin the therapeutic process, but it usually starts with. a question or two. Why is this happening again and again? Why do I make these choices? How do I change? My role as a therapist is to help you face these questions and use the strengths you have to begin the healing process. This may include revisiting the past, finding mindfulness in the present and looking forward to a better future. I am an affirming CNM and kink practitioner. I am a couples therapist and have completed the first level of the Gottman Method couples therapy.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27705
I am dedicated to partnering with people who want more: more peace, more meaning, more love, more depth, more space, more insight, or more of you're-not-quite-sure-yet. We might be a great fit if you consider yourself a highly sensitive person (HSP), want to work through disordered eating or body image issues using a Health at Every Size (HAES) and Intuitive Eating approach, are an early career therapist or other helping professional wanting to build out a sustainable professional foundation for yourself and avoid or heal burnout, or know you benefit from working with a therapist operating from an anti-oppressive lens.
I am dedicated to partnering with people who want more: more peace, more meaning, more love, more depth, more space, more insight, or more of you're-not-quite-sure-yet. We might be a great fit if you consider yourself a highly sensitive person (HSP), want to work through disordered eating or body image issues using a Health at Every Size (HAES) and Intuitive Eating approach, are an early career therapist or other helping professional wanting to build out a sustainable professional foundation for yourself and avoid or heal burnout, or know you benefit from working with a therapist operating from an anti-oppressive lens.
Dr. Anne Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27701 (Online Only)
I work with adults only and specialize in treatment for chronic pain, complex trauma, anxiety, and grief. I especially enjoy supporting clients who have functional pain syndromes (e.g., fibromyalgia) and painful autoimmune diseases (e.g., lupus, MS, RA) alongside histories of trauma. Clients most frequently come into therapy with me expressing a desire to more deeply understand themselves and their sense of suffering, and to heal the burdens they carry. My job in that process is never to fix you or tell you what to do. Rather, it is to support you in discovering your own deep knowing about who you are and what you need to heal.
I work with adults only and specialize in treatment for chronic pain, complex trauma, anxiety, and grief. I especially enjoy supporting clients who have functional pain syndromes (e.g., fibromyalgia) and painful autoimmune diseases (e.g., lupus, MS, RA) alongside histories of trauma. Clients most frequently come into therapy with me expressing a desire to more deeply understand themselves and their sense of suffering, and to heal the burdens they carry. My job in that process is never to fix you or tell you what to do. Rather, it is to support you in discovering your own deep knowing about who you are and what you need to heal.
Aja Johnson
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27705
My specialty is working with individuals within their family dynamic as they transition through life's phases. I appreciate providing therapeutic services to clients as young as nine years old along with young adults and retiree's. I enjoy helping parent's improve their relationship and exploring their child/parent relationship. If applicable, I can provide individual session to both the parent and child. At the correct time we will come together in family sessions to explore understanding of each other and figure out ways to rectify any underlying issues.
My specialty is working with individuals within their family dynamic as they transition through life's phases. I appreciate providing therapeutic services to clients as young as nine years old along with young adults and retiree's. I enjoy helping parent's improve their relationship and exploring their child/parent relationship. If applicable, I can provide individual session to both the parent and child. At the correct time we will come together in family sessions to explore understanding of each other and figure out ways to rectify any underlying issues.
Stephanie Skalos
Counselor
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state of North Carolina. She has been working since 2020 with adults, adolescents, and children who were seeking guidance with depression, anxiety, and personality disorders among others. Originally from Pennsylvania, Stephanie received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UNC-Greensboro and her Master of Science in Clinical Counseling from East Carolina University.
Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state of North Carolina. She has been working since 2020 with adults, adolescents, and children who were seeking guidance with depression, anxiety, and personality disorders among others. Originally from Pennsylvania, Stephanie received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UNC-Greensboro and her Master of Science in Clinical Counseling from East Carolina University.
Briana J. Yarber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27704 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you wanting to make some life changes or feeling stuck? Or maybe you’re having trouble with difficult feelings or anxiety. I see children, teenagers, and adults who struggle with attention disorders, depression, anxiety, multicultural issues, trauma, interpersonal problems, and transition. I especially enjoy seeing people of color, students, professionals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Self-compassion is one of the driving forces in my practice of helping others. My goal is to help you through your life's journey while using empathy, connection, and laughter.
Are you wanting to make some life changes or feeling stuck? Or maybe you’re having trouble with difficult feelings or anxiety. I see children, teenagers, and adults who struggle with attention disorders, depression, anxiety, multicultural issues, trauma, interpersonal problems, and transition. I especially enjoy seeing people of color, students, professionals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Self-compassion is one of the driving forces in my practice of helping others. My goal is to help you through your life's journey while using empathy, connection, and laughter.
Kara Myree Resseguie
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27705
Accepting New Clients - Together we will discover the blockages and limitations that are holding you back from living your best life. As you walk us through your process, resentment transforms into forgiveness. Shame into self compassion. And from confusion, find clarity. By grounding yourself in the present moment using the tools that you were born with, you will discover new ways of existing in your every day life that bring you closer to living out your purpose and experiencing sincere happiness and fulfillment. My role is to facilitate your path as you find your way back home to yourself.
Accepting New Clients - Together we will discover the blockages and limitations that are holding you back from living your best life. As you walk us through your process, resentment transforms into forgiveness. Shame into self compassion. And from confusion, find clarity. By grounding yourself in the present moment using the tools that you were born with, you will discover new ways of existing in your every day life that bring you closer to living out your purpose and experiencing sincere happiness and fulfillment. My role is to facilitate your path as you find your way back home to yourself.
Courtney A Redman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27705
Deciding you need therapy can be a tough process. I believe the counseling relationship should be one where you and I form real connection- and that connection is where the foundation of healing can begin. I aim to create a supportive space to partner with clients in their healing process. I am rostered in a variety of evidence-based trauma and grief treatments for youth and adults, and I love to include mindfulness, self-compassion, and humor into treatment. My training in attachment work and years collaborating with foster/adoptive families help me support folks in a variety of constellations.
Deciding you need therapy can be a tough process. I believe the counseling relationship should be one where you and I form real connection- and that connection is where the foundation of healing can begin. I aim to create a supportive space to partner with clients in their healing process. I am rostered in a variety of evidence-based trauma and grief treatments for youth and adults, and I love to include mindfulness, self-compassion, and humor into treatment. My training in attachment work and years collaborating with foster/adoptive families help me support folks in a variety of constellations.
T. J. Raney
Psychologist, PhD, CEDS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
I partner with individuals and families to promote mental health and wellness across the lifespan. My colleagues and I believe that comprehensive care is individualized, evidence-based, and founded on a culture of integrity, respect, compassion and authenticity with our clients and among our staff. Our hope is that we can assist you in finding acceptance, healing, growth, and work/life balance. Read more about myself and my colleagues at www.CatalystNC.com.
I partner with individuals and families to promote mental health and wellness across the lifespan. My colleagues and I believe that comprehensive care is individualized, evidence-based, and founded on a culture of integrity, respect, compassion and authenticity with our clients and among our staff. Our hope is that we can assist you in finding acceptance, healing, growth, and work/life balance. Read more about myself and my colleagues at www.CatalystNC.com.
Jennifer M Bynum
Counselor, LCMHC-A
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
Hello, my name is Jenny. I have a deep passion for helping individuals struggling with depression, relationship violence, PTSD, trauma, and addiction. Specifically, I aim to help serve women, men, and the LGBTQIA community as an ally in both my personal and professional life. To best reach this goal, I've armed myself with specialized certificates in LGBTQIA support, co-occurring disorders, family healing, and trauma-informed assistance.
Hello, my name is Jenny. I have a deep passion for helping individuals struggling with depression, relationship violence, PTSD, trauma, and addiction. Specifically, I aim to help serve women, men, and the LGBTQIA community as an ally in both my personal and professional life. To best reach this goal, I've armed myself with specialized certificates in LGBTQIA support, co-occurring disorders, family healing, and trauma-informed assistance.
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Number of Therapists in Durham, NC
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Durham, NC who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
78% | Relationship Issues |
77% | Self Esteem |
70% | Coping Skills |
70% | Stress |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
82% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
70% | Aetna |
50% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Durham, NC see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
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How can I find a therapist in Durham?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.