Native American Therapists in Durham, NC
Worried about a relationship? Experienced narcissistic abuse? Trying to survive the shitshow? If you're ready for some deep exploration that honors your values, culture, and spiritual practices, let's do it! Parent of a trans child trying to figure out the best way to support? Mixed person still on your identity journey? Maybe you keep getting smacked upside the head with another reminder of childhood trauma or generational/ancestral that's still there even though you thought it was resolved. Maybe you're grieving for the land. We can walk and talk, we can incorporate your beliefs into an office or virtual session and more.
Worried about a relationship? Experienced narcissistic abuse? Trying to survive the shitshow? If you're ready for some deep exploration that honors your values, culture, and spiritual practices, let's do it! Parent of a trans child trying to figure out the best way to support? Mixed person still on your identity journey? Maybe you keep getting smacked upside the head with another reminder of childhood trauma or generational/ancestral that's still there even though you thought it was resolved. Maybe you're grieving for the land. We can walk and talk, we can incorporate your beliefs into an office or virtual session and more.
My "best" successes came from people who finally gave up on what wasn't working for them anymore and came in with an open mind. This worked with issues of anxiety and depression, habits that people didn't want to continue doing, relationships that felt broken, and coping mechanisms that used to work but then began to create more problems. I thoroughly enjoy working with people who are ready to get their lives back on track.
My "best" successes came from people who finally gave up on what wasn't working for them anymore and came in with an open mind. This worked with issues of anxiety and depression, habits that people didn't want to continue doing, relationships that felt broken, and coping mechanisms that used to work but then began to create more problems. I thoroughly enjoy working with people who are ready to get their lives back on track.
At Ascend Counseling, we provide culturally affirming care for individuals navigating identity-based stressors or systemic challenges. I am skilled in offering psychological safety and a space for adults and adolescents to be seen, heard, and understood. I specialize in supporting clients in reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have experience supporting individuals with attention deficits with executive functioning and skill building. I am also equip to support folks with addictive behaviors such as disordered eating, substance use and/or gambling behaviors.
At Ascend Counseling, we provide culturally affirming care for individuals navigating identity-based stressors or systemic challenges. I am skilled in offering psychological safety and a space for adults and adolescents to be seen, heard, and understood. I specialize in supporting clients in reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have experience supporting individuals with attention deficits with executive functioning and skill building. I am also equip to support folks with addictive behaviors such as disordered eating, substance use and/or gambling behaviors.
Thank you for being here! I want to acknowledge that seeking support and for the right therapist/space holder can be challenging. I am honored that you are exploring to work/collaborate with me! You deserve a space where you feel safe, seen and heard. As a therapist, my intention is to partner with you and cultivate a safe space full of self-compassion and self-awareness. I am a bilingual (Spanish) and bicultural therapist and my work is trauma-informed and centered on a decolonial and re-indigenized worldview. I specialize in trauma - Domestic, sexual, cultural and racial trauma through a lens of transformative justice.
Thank you for being here! I want to acknowledge that seeking support and for the right therapist/space holder can be challenging. I am honored that you are exploring to work/collaborate with me! You deserve a space where you feel safe, seen and heard. As a therapist, my intention is to partner with you and cultivate a safe space full of self-compassion and self-awareness. I am a bilingual (Spanish) and bicultural therapist and my work is trauma-informed and centered on a decolonial and re-indigenized worldview. I specialize in trauma - Domestic, sexual, cultural and racial trauma through a lens of transformative justice.
Updated: 10/08/26; Currently accepting new clients! I have availability Thursday 12-4pm. I especially enjoy working with people who are thoughtful, reflective, and interested in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves. Some may be entering a new chapter, questioning long-held beliefs, navigating uncertainty, or seeking a different way to approach recurring challenges. Others may simply sense that something is missing or want more from life. I offer a space to be honest and curious while working toward greater direction, self-awareness, and purpose.
Updated: 10/08/26; Currently accepting new clients! I have availability Thursday 12-4pm. I especially enjoy working with people who are thoughtful, reflective, and interested in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves. Some may be entering a new chapter, questioning long-held beliefs, navigating uncertainty, or seeking a different way to approach recurring challenges. Others may simply sense that something is missing or want more from life. I offer a space to be honest and curious while working toward greater direction, self-awareness, and purpose.
Grief isn’t just overwhelming—it changes us. And it doesn’t only follow death. Loss from trauma, life transitions like divorce or separation, roles, identity shifts, or spiritual disruption can leave you feeling disoriented and questioning who you are and what you believe. Many seek spiritually-integrated counseling—a space for both emotional and spiritual healing. Together, we’ll tend to what brought you here, as well as how you are transforming because of it. Even when your old maps (beliefs, familiar ways of being, etc.) for navigating life no longer work, your pain can be a doorway to meaning, purpose, and your True Self.
Grief isn’t just overwhelming—it changes us. And it doesn’t only follow death. Loss from trauma, life transitions like divorce or separation, roles, identity shifts, or spiritual disruption can leave you feeling disoriented and questioning who you are and what you believe. Many seek spiritually-integrated counseling—a space for both emotional and spiritual healing. Together, we’ll tend to what brought you here, as well as how you are transforming because of it. Even when your old maps (beliefs, familiar ways of being, etc.) for navigating life no longer work, your pain can be a doorway to meaning, purpose, and your True Self.
If you are feeling stuck in overthinking, unsettled by life transitions, or weighed down by the effects of trauma, please know that healing is possible. I specialize in helping teens and adults in North Carolina navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you are truly seen and heard. Together, we can move toward a path of greater clarity, growth, and lasting resilience.
If you are feeling stuck in overthinking, unsettled by life transitions, or weighed down by the effects of trauma, please know that healing is possible. I specialize in helping teens and adults in North Carolina navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, and trauma. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you are truly seen and heard. Together, we can move toward a path of greater clarity, growth, and lasting resilience.
Welcome, to a new path where you have chosen to support your needs. I work with adults and couples who are struggling with anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, or feeling disconnected from themselves or their partners.
Welcome, to a new path where you have chosen to support your needs. I work with adults and couples who are struggling with anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, or feeling disconnected from themselves or their partners.
My passion is helping people become and maintain the best versions of themselves. I create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where clients can explore how their past experiences impact their present, while also learning practical coping strategies to manage life’s challenges. My approach is integrative and relational, combining insight-oriented work with skill-building.
Together we can focus on your personal goals, develop effective self-care practices, and strengthen resilience for lasting mental wellness..
My passion is helping people become and maintain the best versions of themselves. I create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where clients can explore how their past experiences impact their present, while also learning practical coping strategies to manage life’s challenges. My approach is integrative and relational, combining insight-oriented work with skill-building.
Together we can focus on your personal goals, develop effective self-care practices, and strengthen resilience for lasting mental wellness..
Kiersten
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, NCC, LCMHC
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I work with neurodivergent individuals, people with chronic illnesses, women's issues, and those navigating school and/or career goals. You might be here because things feel harder than they “should.” You’re overwhelmed, burned out, or exhausted from constantly managing things that many others don’t have to think about on a daily basis. Maybe starting tasks feels impossible, routines don’t stick, or your energy and symptoms are unpredictable. Together, we'll explore how your brain, body, environment, and experiences impact you and work together collaboratively to build strategies that support your needs and your emotional health.
I work with neurodivergent individuals, people with chronic illnesses, women's issues, and those navigating school and/or career goals. You might be here because things feel harder than they “should.” You’re overwhelmed, burned out, or exhausted from constantly managing things that many others don’t have to think about on a daily basis. Maybe starting tasks feels impossible, routines don’t stick, or your energy and symptoms are unpredictable. Together, we'll explore how your brain, body, environment, and experiences impact you and work together collaboratively to build strategies that support your needs and your emotional health.
Hello everyone, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina. I have experience working with adults, adults with SPMI, adolescents, families and couples seeking support to overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, mens issues, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, and other challenges that arise in life.
Hello everyone, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina. I have experience working with adults, adults with SPMI, adolescents, families and couples seeking support to overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, mens issues, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, and other challenges that arise in life.
Candace Rose Vivas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC, CCTP, C-PD, CBECDP
3 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
As a therapist, my goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, & accepted for who you are. I believe that each person’s story is unique & the path to healing is different for everyone. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, BPD, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, addiction, immigration, sexuality, eating disorders, or navigating life's transitions, my approach to therapy is integrative and tailored to your specific needs. I work with compassion & honesty; offering support as we collaborate to find solutions that empower you.
As a therapist, my goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, & accepted for who you are. I believe that each person’s story is unique & the path to healing is different for everyone. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, BPD, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, addiction, immigration, sexuality, eating disorders, or navigating life's transitions, my approach to therapy is integrative and tailored to your specific needs. I work with compassion & honesty; offering support as we collaborate to find solutions that empower you.
You probably look like you’ve got it going on. A successful career, a partner, kids, good friends, a life that looks pretty damn good from the outside. And yet… you’re waiting for the other shoe to drop. You worry about what people think, wonder if you’re doing enough as a parent, feel disconnected from your partner, and have a hard time trusting that the people you love will actually stick around. You know these fears don’t always make sense - but your body hasn’t gotten the memo. We can work to help you feel safer, more connected, and finally enjoy the life you worked so hard to build.
You probably look like you’ve got it going on. A successful career, a partner, kids, good friends, a life that looks pretty damn good from the outside. And yet… you’re waiting for the other shoe to drop. You worry about what people think, wonder if you’re doing enough as a parent, feel disconnected from your partner, and have a hard time trusting that the people you love will actually stick around. You know these fears don’t always make sense - but your body hasn’t gotten the memo. We can work to help you feel safer, more connected, and finally enjoy the life you worked so hard to build.
My name is Tameka McFarland. I treat individuals, couples who are dating, planning to get married, currently married, or are considering divorce. I will treat emotional concerns that are affecting intimacy between a client and their partner. I provide support to families who have concerns about parenting. I will see any client ages 18 and up of all ethnicities and sexual orientations. My ideal client would be a couple or family. However, I see many indivduals as well! I also provide life coaching services. Telehealth services are also offered.
My name is Tameka McFarland. I treat individuals, couples who are dating, planning to get married, currently married, or are considering divorce. I will treat emotional concerns that are affecting intimacy between a client and their partner. I provide support to families who have concerns about parenting. I will see any client ages 18 and up of all ethnicities and sexual orientations. My ideal client would be a couple or family. However, I see many indivduals as well! I also provide life coaching services. Telehealth services are also offered.
9/23/26 Jem believes that people want a life full of joy, challenge and deep connection with their loved ones and larger community. Unfortunately, many of us desire those qualities of life-but have trouble accessing them in the moment. Dr. Jem will encourage you to explore your joy and help you navigate challenge areas where you struggle to connect. The goal of her therapeutic approach is to increase your choice, recognize systemic and personal barriers, and, ultimately, create a path to a life full of resonance and enthusiasm. Jem strives for a practice that finds humor in life and helps clients ask themselves difficult questions.
9/23/26 Jem believes that people want a life full of joy, challenge and deep connection with their loved ones and larger community. Unfortunately, many of us desire those qualities of life-but have trouble accessing them in the moment. Dr. Jem will encourage you to explore your joy and help you navigate challenge areas where you struggle to connect. The goal of her therapeutic approach is to increase your choice, recognize systemic and personal barriers, and, ultimately, create a path to a life full of resonance and enthusiasm. Jem strives for a practice that finds humor in life and helps clients ask themselves difficult questions.
As a biracial and bicultural woman of White and Native American heritage and an enrolled member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, I understand the importance of culture, identity, belonging, and lived experience in the healing process.
I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, family conflict, grief, loss, and caregiver burnout. I also have extensive experience working with trauma survivors, including individuals recovering from unhealthy relationships, emotional abuse, religious trauma and domestic violence.
As a biracial and bicultural woman of White and Native American heritage and an enrolled member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, I understand the importance of culture, identity, belonging, and lived experience in the healing process.
I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, self-esteem challenges, family conflict, grief, loss, and caregiver burnout. I also have extensive experience working with trauma survivors, including individuals recovering from unhealthy relationships, emotional abuse, religious trauma and domestic violence.
I have been a clinical social worker for over 20 years. I have training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). I enjoy working with people in processing the things that are challenging them and finding ways to overcome these challenges.
I have been a clinical social worker for over 20 years. I have training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). I enjoy working with people in processing the things that are challenging them and finding ways to overcome these challenges.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or family stress—and want support that feels understanding, practical, and personalized. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself, your child, your relationship, or your family, you want meaningful change, emotional balance, and healthier connections. You’re looking for therapy that fits your life and helps you move forward with clarity and confidence.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally drained, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, or family stress—and want support that feels understanding, practical, and personalized. Whether you’re seeking help for yourself, your child, your relationship, or your family, you want meaningful change, emotional balance, and healthier connections. You’re looking for therapy that fits your life and helps you move forward with clarity and confidence.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina. I have experience working with adults, adults with SPMI, adolescents, and families seeking support to overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, codependency, and other challenges that arise in life. I earned a Bachelor's and Master of Social Work from The University of North Carolina at Pembroke.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina. I have experience working with adults, adults with SPMI, adolescents, and families seeking support to overcome trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, parenting issues, anger, self-esteem, codependency, and other challenges that arise in life. I earned a Bachelor's and Master of Social Work from The University of North Carolina at Pembroke.
It has been pointed out to me by clients, colleagues, family and friends that they find it easy to talk to me. It is not uncommon for strangers to share there challenges and successes with me after a few words of casual conversation. If I were to list what I thought allows me to build rapport so easily, I would have to say that I believe it is because people are able to sense that I care about them genuinely. As a therapist, I care about seeing each one of my clients reach the goals that they set for themselves.
It has been pointed out to me by clients, colleagues, family and friends that they find it easy to talk to me. It is not uncommon for strangers to share there challenges and successes with me after a few words of casual conversation. If I were to list what I thought allows me to build rapport so easily, I would have to say that I believe it is because people are able to sense that I care about them genuinely. As a therapist, I care about seeing each one of my clients reach the goals that they set for themselves.
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What are the advantages of seeing a Native American therapist?
Therapists are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health conditions through various forms of talk therapy and behavioral interventions. Building a strong therapeutic relationship is an essential part of feeling supported and understood in care. For many Native American individuals, working with a provider who shares or respects their cultural background can foster a deeper sense of trust and connection in the therapeutic process. Native American therapists may be especially well-equipped to address topics such as historical trauma, intergenerational grief, and cultural identity—factors that can significantly shape the mental health experiences of Native American clients. These providers may also be knowledgeable about and incorporate Indigenous healing traditions, which can be beneficial for clients seeking this approach. Additionally, Native American therapists may be more familiar with community resources, support networks, or other culturally-aligned providers who can offer further support.
How to find a Native American therapist?
Psychology Today’s online directory is a useful tool for finding a Native American therapist. You can filter for providers who identify as Native American or who mention working with Indigenous populations and highlight cultural competence in their profiles. Look for signs such as experience with tribal communities, familiarity with Native traditions, or a focus on trauma-informed care. Depending on your preferences and needs, it may also be important to ask whether a provider offers telehealth, which therapeutic approaches they use, and whether they accept your insurance. If you're unable to find a therapist who personally identifies as Native American, you may also consider providers who have experience working with Native clients or who demonstrate a clear commitment to cultural humility and respect for Native American beliefs and traditions. You might also consider a blended approach—for example, seeing a therapist for talk therapy while also seeing a Native healer or counselor for more culturally-specific support.