Therapists in Durham, NC

My work is grounded in compassion, affirmation and empathy. I believe that identifying and honoring one's strengths, especially in the context of struggle, is important to growth and healing. It's difficult to let go of old patterns that once helped you cope or survive but are now harmful. I can support you in finding your way through.

Matt is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and uses his therapy gifts to provide sound counsel for those who are in need. Matt believes therapy should be a safe place for children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families to explore more about themselves. Matt uses an integrated model of counseling that includes Interpersonal Processing, Evidence-Based Treatment, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy.

I work with clients to explore the unconscious and increase psychological flexibility through focusing on emotions, interpersonal relationships, exploring past experiences, and identifying recurring patterns. I work to assist my clients with emotional regulation, cultivating personal insight, developing agency, and increasing self-esteem. I value treating all clients with unconditional positive regard, believing in the power of the therapeutic relationship as a change agent. I aim to create an empathic and non-judgmental space for clients to be honest and vulnerable.

Do you feel safe being who you really are? If you have a marginalized identity or belong to more than one culture, it can be challenging to reconcile who you are with others' expectations of who you should be. Or maybe you usually handle things fine but you've been derailed by a change in your job, health or relationships. To get back on track, you need something that really works for you. Or you've been giving so much to others it feels like there’s nothing left, and self-care is just another item on your To Do list. I get it. I've been there, and what I've learned along the way just might help you too.

Do you find yourself yearning for more? If you're having trouble seeing past your never-ending to-do list and have put your dreams on hold, you're not alone. For nearly 3 years now, many of us have struggled with the relentless pressure that comes from being a partner, a parent, an employee, and/or a student in this brave new world. Whether you're experiencing anxiety or depression, looking to explore family-of-origin issues or past trauma, or want to improve current relationships, I can help. My speciality is adult ADHD and I'm particularly interested in the intersection of neurodiversity + parenting.

I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and disruptive behavior disorders. I have a background in both clinical and developmental psychology, and I work with children, teens, and adults.

My clients reach out because they need support during a time of transition, are struggling with anxiety or depression, or want to address past traumas. I work with teens, adults and kids to help them cope with stress and respond to suffering. My clients report relief at being able to express themselves freely and feel seen. They enjoy the opportunity to use creative arts in the therapy space, especially as the arts are uniquely positioned to respond to trauma. No art experience is necessary to benefit from expressive arts therapy. If you're open, and if you've ever used a crayon or listened to music, that's all you need.

Struggling with worry, anxiety, or feeling hopeless? Going through significant life transitions? Ready to make changes because life just cannot continue on its current path? Maybe you’ve been struggling to make family or you’re finding parenthood is not what you always dreamed. Perhaps you need to feel less alone as you process fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, or postpartum depression/anxiety. My clients report feeling less stressed, less anxious, and less negatively impacted by trauma because they are equipped with skills to unhook from negative feedback loops that are leaving them feeling stuck.

Everyone gets “stuck” in harmful patterns of thought, attention, behavior, and emotions sometimes. Working together can help you learn to slow down, see with more acceptance, curiosity, and compassion, and adopt new ways of being which support greater aliveness, connectedness, and purpose. I approach therapy with a warm and collaborative attitude, holding a strong belief in your strengths, potential, and innate wisdom.

Mr. Miller has been a therapist and administrator for more than 40 years, practicing in Pennsylvania, New York, Virginia, and Maryland. He began his career as a guidance counselor in the elementary school setting in Lancaster, PA, and as the director of education for the county prison system in Lebanon, PA. Throughout his career, he has served in the following positions: Director of Emergency Psychiatric Services in Berks County, PA; Supervisor of Child Protective Services in Montgomery County, PA, which included advanced training in family therapy from the Philadelphia Child Guidance Center.

Our practice stands out in our community by providing quality care in an environment where YOU matter. Our clinicians offer caring and competent services to individuals that want help connecting with peace and hope, gaining self-confidence, and discovering their best selves.