Anxiety Therapists in Durham, NC

Seeking therapy can be intimidating but it is a necessary step to take in the journey towards healing and peace. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment for all my clients so that they will be able to heal, grow, and develop positive coping mechanisms and a stronger sense of self-esteem.

My highest priority is to respect the integrity, faith and values of each person. I work with a variety of people and have an extensive psychodynamic and psychoanalytic background, advanced degrees in Psychology and Theology, and decades of clinical experience with persons and families in crisis. I welcome clients from any (or no) faith tradition. I have decades of experience working with people struggling with loss, grief, anxiety , depression and relationship issues. Visit me at www.drdavidfranzen.com. I'd be honored to walk alongside you as you journey toward greater wholeness, and health.

Are you a teenager or adult struggling with daily stress, anxiety , depression, borderline personality disorder, or trauma and looking to get started immediately? Together we can work to build resiliency and health coping skills as well as improve self-image and communication. I am passionate about helping the LGBTQIA+ community. I am also looking to counsel couples looking to strengthen their relationship. I pride myself on providing a relaxed environment where others feel free to be themselves in order to heal and build. No matter where you come from or how far you have to go, I believe in you and your ability to overcome.

Struggling with depression or anxiety ? Breaking patterns is hard, but you know you want change and meaningful redirection. Painful memories and recurrent conflict can strain relationships. Work stress gets in the way of being present and feeling fulfilled. People often work with me to get things moving when they feel blocked or stuck, to develop calm where uncertainty has them off balance. Our work will reveal insight to restore stability, address trauma, and change outlook towards realizing an improved sense of self. Together we can work to identify and harness strength, addressing challenges with new clarity and inspiration.

I’m a licensed clinical social worker who is committed to making therapy a collaborative, affirming, and empowering experience. You’re the expert on you—so I approach my role as a therapist with humility, curiosity, and an open mind. Together we’ll develop a shared understanding of the challenges you’re facing and find a path towards healing.

As your therapist I will work with you to resolve emotional and behavioral issues and assist you in reaching a sense of well-being. I provide services that range from therapy for anxiety , depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and grief counseling to family counseling, couples' counseling and beyond. Coaching services are also offered. As your coach I work with you to accelerate your growth and expand and maximize your opportunities in areas such as personal, relationships, career, lifestyle, finances and other areas. Coaching is about designing a more desirable future for yourself.

Seeking support is a significant first step in listening to the need for growth or change. I create a space that is warm and accepting as we collaborate toward your therapy goals. The reasons for seeking therapy are varied and are always unique to your lived experience. I strive to hold the nuances and complexity of your individual experience as we work toward healing. Foundational to who I am as a clinician is building a affirming practice for clients from all faith backgrounds, gender expression/identity, sexual orientation, race, culture, class and ability status.

Are you hurting, frustrated, or feel stuck? I honor your courage to seek wholeness. I want YOU to know there is SO MUCH HOPE! Therapy is based on science & it works! Peace & Joy can be yours. Trauma, relationship challenges, family struggles & internal pain can be healed! I welcome you into a space of honor, hope, safety, & power to change. I partner w/ you to achieve your goals for skillful living, belonging, & wholeness. I artfully employ therapeutic techniques that bring real relief & contentment (SE, DBT, CBT, IFS, EMDR, Gottman, etc). Ages 3-75. I also offer online faith+psychology classes for trauma @HeartsReturningHome.com.

Are you feeling depressed, anxious, or stuck? Therapy can give you the tools you need to work through life's challenges. As a therapist I envision my role as a fellow traveler in your individual path to create and sustain a life full of hope, passion, and meaning. I offer a variety of approaches to therapy including CBT, DBT, gestalt and mindfulness-based approaches. I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety , depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, substance abuse, and issues that affect women.

If you are an adult or teen struggling with managing all the transitions in life that have lead to symptoms of depression and anxiety and need assistance with working through and navigating them, I am here to assist you. I am also here to assist with relationship/family issues as well as navigating LGBTQ issues. My approach is integrative in efforts to meet your unique needs. Some of my therapeutic approaches used are cognitive behavioral, person centered, and crisis intervention. The therapeutic process is collaborative as we build on your strengths to produce positive outcomes.

In the real world and with our loved ones, it can be hard to show up as our full selves. Many of us struggle to break cycles of negative self-talk, and find that our anxiety or depression are eating our lunch. It can be hard to find a space to feel heard and accepted without judgement. My practice is grounded in supportive listening, and centers you as the expert of your life. With a cultural humility approach, I do not claim to be an expert, but I commit to being sensitive to your unique experiences.

Accepting new clients for in-person or virtual sessions! My style of therapy offers a non-judgmental space to explore your feelings and process your experiences and emotions. I am a mixed bilingual Latina licensed clinical social worker. I specialize in working with teens and young adults struggling with anxiety , depression, and trauma. I believe in focusing on your strengths throughout therapy while also navigating systemic obstacles that have a huge impact on your life + perspective. My background includes working with children, teens and families doing in-home and school-based therapy.

In my clinical practice, I work with adults and adolescents regarding a wide range of life's emotional and behavioral challenges, and provide services in the areas of depression, anxiety , trauma, sex addiction, love addiction, internet and pornography addiction, substance abuse, compulsive behaviors, grief/loss, parenting support, social skills training, mindfulness based living, and beyond. I offer a highly personalized approach and utilize effective techniques tailored to each of my clients' individual needs to support their personal growth and overall peace and well-being.

Change is a part of life, but that doesn’t make it easy. Sometimes, we make the changes – we get a new job, sign ourselves up for college classes, move to a new city. Sometimes those changes happen to us – our parents divorce, our partner leaves, a new medical diagnosis flips our world upside down. Whatever changes you’re experiencing, or changes you want to make in your life, therapy can help you find your balance and your voice in a life that often feels out-of-control and overwhelming. It is a passion of mine to help my clients find the steering wheel of their ships and chart their courses toward happiness.

I believe that through our connection with each other, we can make meaning within life's decisions. I see life and its challenges from a holistic perspective, which involves the interplay of lived experience and response to the brokenness and wholeness in our physical, spiritual, mental, social, and environmental relationships. I have worked for nearly eight years as a counselor, providing programs and opportunities that engage people in understanding relationships, anxiety , fears , attaining self-confidence, spiritual healing, and how it impacts our life stories.

In working with clients, my goal is to create a safe, accepting, and comfortable environment, which is conducive to allow you to grow as an individual and live the best life you can. We will form a mutual desirable relationship and focus our sessions by establishing and setting goals, which we will continue to assess throughout the counseling process. I will listen and remain attentive to your thoughts and concerns.

As a clinician, I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and young adults who have anxiety , depression, ASD, ADHD, and learning disabilities. I find joy in helping my clients set goals and acquire skills to help them deal with their unique challenges. I have a passion for working with parents on enhancing their parenting skills by helping them understand their child’s development. Additionally, I work with young adults and adults who are experiencing an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image issues. I enjoy helping clients improve how they relate to their body, food, and exercise.

Seeking out therapy is an important decision and it is imperative that you feel comfortable so that you can do the work necessary to help improve your life. Everyone goes through challenges and there is nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. My goal is to help you attain a better understanding of yourself, to help you develop new skills, improve your coping, and to find resolution for the issues you are facing. My approach is collaborative and I work hard to create a safe space where people feel valued, heard and empowered. I offer a free 15-minute consultation appointment.

Are you ready to make a change, but feeling stuck in your current situation? I enjoy working with individuals who want to process feelings of anxiety , panic , relationship issues, body image issues, eating disorders, and LGBTQIA+ identity queries. I provide support to allow you to build awareness and process concrete coping skills in order to build resilience, strength, power, and control in their everyday life and in their families and communities.