Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Therapists in Durham, NC
We work with people who are living with stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia, and related diseases/disorders as well as their families and caregivers.
In 2013, I sustained a traumatic brain injury. After a year of intensive speech therapy, I learned strategies to manage my communication impairment. Through my personal and professional experience, the need for providers well-versed in how to counsel people who have acquired communication disorders became clear.
We work with people who are living with stroke, traumatic brain injury, dementia, and related diseases/disorders as well as their families and caregivers.
In 2013, I sustained a traumatic brain injury. After a year of intensive speech therapy, I learned strategies to manage my communication impairment. Through my personal and professional experience, the need for providers well-versed in how to counsel people who have acquired communication disorders became clear.
To me, therapy isn’t a workbook or a road map that’s the same for everyone. Therapy is about meeting you where you are. I want to learn about your unique strengths, values, goals, and struggles. I strive to support you in navigating your struggles, and in making choices in alignment with your values as you work toward your goals. I am curious about what brings you fulfillment and exploring avenues to infuse joy into your days, with a strength-based, benefit-enhancement approach. I view therapy as a collaborative process, know that you are the expert on your own experience, and meet each client as the individual you are.
To me, therapy isn’t a workbook or a road map that’s the same for everyone. Therapy is about meeting you where you are. I want to learn about your unique strengths, values, goals, and struggles. I strive to support you in navigating your struggles, and in making choices in alignment with your values as you work toward your goals. I am curious about what brings you fulfillment and exploring avenues to infuse joy into your days, with a strength-based, benefit-enhancement approach. I view therapy as a collaborative process, know that you are the expert on your own experience, and meet each client as the individual you are.
My ideal client is someone who feels anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected—especially after a major loss, trauma, or big life transition. They may be navigating relationship struggles, parenting stress, identity exploration, body image concerns, neurodivergence, or the challenges of disability or chronic illness. At their core, they want to feel grounded again, to reconnect with themselves, and to move through life with more clarity, ease, and confidence.
My ideal client is someone who feels anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected—especially after a major loss, trauma, or big life transition. They may be navigating relationship struggles, parenting stress, identity exploration, body image concerns, neurodivergence, or the challenges of disability or chronic illness. At their core, they want to feel grounded again, to reconnect with themselves, and to move through life with more clarity, ease, and confidence.
Brittany Deann
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA
11 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27705
Accepting New Clients!
Are you navigating feelings of anxiety, depression, and general hopelessness? You are not alone and I am here to help you find peace within yourself and within your circumstances. In building an equal client-therapist relationship, we can begin to navigate your specific challenges. My approach is evidence-based, nonjudgmental, and compassionate. I help children, teens, adults, and couples.
Accepting New Clients!
Are you navigating feelings of anxiety, depression, and general hopelessness? You are not alone and I am here to help you find peace within yourself and within your circumstances. In building an equal client-therapist relationship, we can begin to navigate your specific challenges. My approach is evidence-based, nonjudgmental, and compassionate. I help children, teens, adults, and couples.
Accepting New Patients I am a board certified licensed clinical addiction specialist. I provide counseling, consultation and evaluation for adults with mental health concerns and/or substances abuse issues. I work in a group practice with a psychiatrist who provides medication management. I have extensive experience treating patients who struggle with alcohol, drug abuse, chronic relapse, as well as life problems created by these issues. I strive to help my patients obtain optimal mental health through support, education and collaboration. I provide a warm approach which encourages autonomy, growth and healing.
Accepting New Patients I am a board certified licensed clinical addiction specialist. I provide counseling, consultation and evaluation for adults with mental health concerns and/or substances abuse issues. I work in a group practice with a psychiatrist who provides medication management. I have extensive experience treating patients who struggle with alcohol, drug abuse, chronic relapse, as well as life problems created by these issues. I strive to help my patients obtain optimal mental health through support, education and collaboration. I provide a warm approach which encourages autonomy, growth and healing.
My goal is to offer individuals of all backgrounds a space that fosters insight, acceptance, and meaningful change. Each person’s story is unique, which is why I tailor interventions to meet your specific needs.
My goal is to offer individuals of all backgrounds a space that fosters insight, acceptance, and meaningful change. Each person’s story is unique, which is why I tailor interventions to meet your specific needs.
Are you an individual who has overcome a lot to find success in life and you find that you "should be" happy, but you can't figure out how to get there? Are you searching for parenting support (post-partum to adult) or are you a person of color who wants to explore and process childhood trauma or current struggles at work or home? Are you a black woman who is seeking "the soft life" because it has been hard to ask for help or express feelings because you are afraid to be labeled an "angry black woman"? If any of this applies to you, I am the therapist for you.
Are you an individual who has overcome a lot to find success in life and you find that you "should be" happy, but you can't figure out how to get there? Are you searching for parenting support (post-partum to adult) or are you a person of color who wants to explore and process childhood trauma or current struggles at work or home? Are you a black woman who is seeking "the soft life" because it has been hard to ask for help or express feelings because you are afraid to be labeled an "angry black woman"? If any of this applies to you, I am the therapist for you.
Providing a supportive, non-judgmental, safe space for the process of healing to occur is of the utmost importance to me as a therapist. - Jackie
“I define connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship”. Brené Brown I truly believe that this philosophy represents my framework for conducting effective and rewarding therapy.
Providing a supportive, non-judgmental, safe space for the process of healing to occur is of the utmost importance to me as a therapist. - Jackie
“I define connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship”. Brené Brown I truly believe that this philosophy represents my framework for conducting effective and rewarding therapy.
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, they can become opportunities for growth. With more than 25 years experience in the mental health field, I provide therapy, parent coaching, and psychological evaluations for children, teens, and adults. Whether you're navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, school stress, life transitions, or emotional and behavioral challenges, I offer a compassionate, strengths-based approach to help you build resilience and thrive.
Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, they can become opportunities for growth. With more than 25 years experience in the mental health field, I provide therapy, parent coaching, and psychological evaluations for children, teens, and adults. Whether you're navigating ADHD, autism, anxiety, school stress, life transitions, or emotional and behavioral challenges, I offer a compassionate, strengths-based approach to help you build resilience and thrive.
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children, teenagers and young adults struggling with anxiety, stress, OCD, and depression. I also have extensive expertise and training working with children and families coping with chronic medical conditions and pain, such as stomach aches, headaches, and food allergies. In addition, I conduct thorough psychoeducational assessments, ADHD evaluations, and early kindergarten entry assessments to help children, teenagers, and college students achieve academic success.
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in working with children, teenagers and young adults struggling with anxiety, stress, OCD, and depression. I also have extensive expertise and training working with children and families coping with chronic medical conditions and pain, such as stomach aches, headaches, and food allergies. In addition, I conduct thorough psychoeducational assessments, ADHD evaluations, and early kindergarten entry assessments to help children, teenagers, and college students achieve academic success.
Ready to feel better and don't know where to start? Most people know they haven't been doing well for some time. Stuck in patterns or habits that aren't working. I offer a space to work through the symptoms that are bogging you down and identify the root vulnerabilities so you actually get better. Let’s get started!
Ready to feel better and don't know where to start? Most people know they haven't been doing well for some time. Stuck in patterns or habits that aren't working. I offer a space to work through the symptoms that are bogging you down and identify the root vulnerabilities so you actually get better. Let’s get started!
Lise-Marie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA, MSW
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling to break free from negative patterns in life or love? Together, we can turn your struggles into stepping stones, paving a new path to healthier ways to live and love.
I offer a compassionate, client-centered therapeutic approach for individuals and couples. I recognize that each journey is unique and deeply personal. I welcome clients with diverse cultural/ethnic backgrounds and identities (LGBTQIA+ friendly).
Are you struggling to break free from negative patterns in life or love? Together, we can turn your struggles into stepping stones, paving a new path to healthier ways to live and love.
I offer a compassionate, client-centered therapeutic approach for individuals and couples. I recognize that each journey is unique and deeply personal. I welcome clients with diverse cultural/ethnic backgrounds and identities (LGBTQIA+ friendly).
Kelly Lannon
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LPC, LCMHC, BC-TMH, CMCC, CGP
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27713
I am here to support you in your journey of self-care and wellness. Guiding you on your journey of self-discovery and processing through your ups and downs throughout life is something I am incredibly passionate about. Whether it be guilt, anger, grief, trauma, identity, moral injury, self-medication, or motivation (to name a few); everything is interconnected. I would love to help you get unstuck and acquire the skills to build a healthy future.
I am here to support you in your journey of self-care and wellness. Guiding you on your journey of self-discovery and processing through your ups and downs throughout life is something I am incredibly passionate about. Whether it be guilt, anger, grief, trauma, identity, moral injury, self-medication, or motivation (to name a few); everything is interconnected. I would love to help you get unstuck and acquire the skills to build a healthy future.
Emily M Cox, Women's Counseling&Consulting Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Emily , Cox, LCSW
Durham, NC 27705
I have special experience supporting women in caregiver roles, through IVF, pregnancy, parenthood, aging, disabilities and medical conditions, grief, loss and death.
I trained with service industry leaders in my field in New Orleans, Durham and Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Let me help you improve your personal, interpersonal and organizational challenges. Together we can design a plan. Reach out!
I have special experience supporting women in caregiver roles, through IVF, pregnancy, parenthood, aging, disabilities and medical conditions, grief, loss and death.
I trained with service industry leaders in my field in New Orleans, Durham and Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Let me help you improve your personal, interpersonal and organizational challenges. Together we can design a plan. Reach out!
My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. I believe that meaningful change happens when clients feel truly seen and supported as the expert of their lives. I focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where they can explore their experiences openly. I tend to take an integrative approach, drawing on evidence based approached with person-centered therapy to meet each client’s unique needs. I aim to empower clients as they work toward personal growth and well being.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. I believe that meaningful change happens when clients feel truly seen and supported as the expert of their lives. I focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where they can explore their experiences openly. I tend to take an integrative approach, drawing on evidence based approached with person-centered therapy to meet each client’s unique needs. I aim to empower clients as they work toward personal growth and well being.
Email or call to book. You might feel stuck in patterns you can’t think your way out of—whether that’s anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the lasting impact of trauma. Maybe you’ve tried to push through or even done therapy before, but something still isn’t shifting.
I specialize in working with adults navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and nervous system dysregulation. Many of the patterns we struggle with aren’t just cognitive—they’re stored in the body and nervous system. My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy by integrating EMDR and somatic, nervous system–focused work to help you actually process and release what’s been
Email or call to book. You might feel stuck in patterns you can’t think your way out of—whether that’s anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the lasting impact of trauma. Maybe you’ve tried to push through or even done therapy before, but something still isn’t shifting.
I specialize in working with adults navigating trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and nervous system dysregulation. Many of the patterns we struggle with aren’t just cognitive—they’re stored in the body and nervous system. My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy by integrating EMDR and somatic, nervous system–focused work to help you actually process and release what’s been
Carolina Counseling Services - Fuquay-Varina, NC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Durham, NC 27707
Are you struggling with relationship conflicts, child behavioral problems, depression, anxiety, extreme worry, mood changes, irritability, hopelessness, grief or anything else that may be holding you back? You don't have to wait to get the help you deserve. We have openings for both counseling and medication management.
Are you struggling with relationship conflicts, child behavioral problems, depression, anxiety, extreme worry, mood changes, irritability, hopelessness, grief or anything else that may be holding you back? You don't have to wait to get the help you deserve. We have openings for both counseling and medication management.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Hi 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.
Hi 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.
Heyo! I’m Ally (they/them) You're in the right place if your brain feels like it's running 87 tabs at once. One is screaming anxiety, another is replaying a conversation from three years ago, and a few are busy worrying about everyone else. You've spent so long in survival mode that being present in your own body feels foreign. Maybe you're LGBTQIA+ and tired of explaining or defending who you are, even in spaces that are supposed to be safe. Maybe you're navigating trauma, dissociation, people-pleasing, or a gender journey, and talking about it hasn't been enough. You just want to feel like yourself and reconnect with who you are.
Heyo! I’m Ally (they/them) You're in the right place if your brain feels like it's running 87 tabs at once. One is screaming anxiety, another is replaying a conversation from three years ago, and a few are busy worrying about everyone else. You've spent so long in survival mode that being present in your own body feels foreign. Maybe you're LGBTQIA+ and tired of explaining or defending who you are, even in spaces that are supposed to be safe. Maybe you're navigating trauma, dissociation, people-pleasing, or a gender journey, and talking about it hasn't been enough. You just want to feel like yourself and reconnect with who you are.
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When should someone seek treatment for a traumatic brain injury?
People should seek a diagnosis and treatment after a head injury, especially if they were unconscious, and an early diagnosis can lead to a better recovery. Signs of a concussion include headaches, nausea or vomiting, exhaustion, dizziness, vision problems, sensitivity to light and sound, problems with attention and memory, brain fog, unusual irritability or sadness, and unusual sleep patterns.
What’s the most common treatment for a traumatic brain injury?
Treatment for a traumatic brain injury will be different depending on the severity of the problem. For mild injuries, treatment may involve rest and over-the-counter pain or headache medication. For moderate or severe injuries, treatment may involve stabilization, medication, and rehabilitative therapies such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, cognitive therapy, and counseling.
How long does it take to recover from traumatic brain injury?
The recovery time for a traumatic brain injury depends on the individual and the severity and nature of the injury; the length of time spent unconscious is often an indicator of severity. Recovery time for mild injuries may be a week or two while recovery time for more severe injuries may be six months to two years. Research suggests that the vast majority of recovery occurs in the first two years after an injury; recovery after that time frame is less certain.
What if a traumatic brain injury is left untreated?
If a traumatic brain injury is left untreated, it can lead to long-term physical and mental health problems. Physical problems may include dizziness, headaches, vision, healing, or speech loss, and an elevated risk of dementia. Psychological problems may include impairments of memory, judgment, and decision-making, depression, aggression, poor impulse control, and personality changes.