Therapists in Hillsborough, NC

Despite best efforts, the clients I work with find themselves frustrated, overwhelmed, or disheartened when trying to achieve goals, grieving a loss or navigating life’s unique challenges. They want to heal; disrupt patterns within themselves; or in relationships. Typically, they are open to the idea of “awakening” & want to feel more grounded within themselves & explore how they interact with the world. Through the lens of authentic compassion, they’re awakening or questioning our cultural conditioning that reinforces the idea that we are not enough. I create a genuine space for you to come as you are.

I am a licensed clinical social worker and I truly look forward to working with you. It can often be an overwhelmingly difficult decision to reach out for help and I appreciate the challenges that you may face. For the past twenty years I have worked in diverse settings with individuals wanting an emotional balance in their lives, or with parents and children to strengthen their relationship, but always with the common goal: to feel better! My therapeutic approach focuses on your strengths and work towards using those strengths to make desired changes in your life.

Sometimes we struggle and need help finding our way back to the life we want to live. We may experience feelings of anxiety, depression, hopelessness, and guilt. As a therapist, I aim to create a safe space for my clients to explore their feelings and experiences, and ultimately move towards the things they value. My practice is rooted in compassion, acceptance, and non-judgement. As a LGBTQI affirming therapist, I also recognize the role that oppression plays in creating and maintaining psychological pain. As such, the queer community is a priority in my work.

Thanks to COVID, I'm working only via telehealth which reduces your commute time. If you're looking for a seasoned and experienced therapist, reach out, we can consult and see if working with me is useful to you. My clients tend to be working on being awake and aware of and attuned to the complexity of our culture today. I work with issues of alternative sexuality, gender dysphoria, relationships in all forms including relationships that are kink friendly and/or poly.

Childhood trauma can result in feelings of being unappreciated, unloved, and even depressed. You might find yourself caught in repetitive patterns, tolerating unhealthy behaviors from others, and feelings of helplessness and shame. It's challenging when it seems like your world is falling apart, and you're faced with gaslighting or accusations of being manipulative. This leaves you confused, hurt, and in need of understanding. It's time to prioritize yourself, boost your self-esteem, and genuinely embrace happiness. The journey to healing is life-changing.

I find great pleasure in successful long-term therapy relationships. My clients are usually adults who can appreciate and learn well from a working relationship with a good therapist. Please visit my website EasyToTalkTo.com. I am "seeing" all my clients on the telephone at this time, with great success. (I again have times free for Medicare patients.) Financial information: I can accept payments from many medical insurance companies as well as provide therapy for self-pay clients, using a sliding scale. I love my clients. Email me with questions: susandgriffithphd@gmail.com

As an adult with ADHD, are you constantly overwhelmed or always playing catch-up? Is lack of focus impacting your life? Whether you are newly diagnosed with ADHD/ADD or have been struggling to find solutions for years, I will help you create effective strategies to manage your challenges and enjoy lasting change. If you are a parent of a child with ADHD, I will help you understand your child's brain, differentiate ADHD struggles from standard childhood behavior, and develop parenting strategies that will stop the chaos and help your child succeed.

Do you have a teenager who will be applying to college but they don't know what to do or where to go? Do they have issues with procrastination or anxiety? My background includes a master's degree in school counseling and over 10 years of academic coaching and advising at selective schools including NYU and UNC. I've worked as a counselor, admissions evaluator, and interviewer. Now I help students and families navigate the college admissions process. Together we work on college lists, timelines, college applications, letters of rec requests, schedules, and much more.

Families come to me because their child or adolescent is struggling, and often times they don’t know where to begin to make things better. I work with children, teens, their parents, and young adults (up to age 25). I initially focus on learning about a person's challenges and strengths. Then, together we develop a plan for gaining mastery over difficulties, achieving goals, and ultimately reaching a child, teen, or early adult's potential. Often challenges feel overwhelming when first seeking help, but most families find initial sessions to clarify goals while also setting the stage for long-sought change.

I believe that we have all of the tools in us already to make the change we desire. Therapy can serve to identify and access those qualities, offering a place to create a safe relationship with another-- to explore and strengthen ones' sense of self, and to work through challenges because life can be tough. Do you have trouble liking yourself? Do you struggle with low confidence, anxiety or other intense emotions, such as shame or guilt? Do you find yourself really angry and not know why? Within my relational approach to treatment, I strive to find a balance, reduce suffering, and work toward the change the individual desires.

My clients say that I am comfortable to talk to and easy to get to know. I can assess a situation and problem solve in an efficient and timely manner, helping you to see quick results in areas of your life that you are open to change. I have 20 plus years of experience yet am very current in my treatment approach. I look forward to meeting you, and joining with you on your self care journey.

Suffering draws us to consider therapy, much as it sends us to any doctor. The suffering therapy focuses on is emotional and existential (a LIFE that is out of whack). If you are considering therapy it means that you take your suffering seriously and wish to seek a more fulfilling life. You know instinctively that more is possible. I have many years of experience in helping people to develop greater strength and more fulfilling relationships.

I am currently accepting new clients, and I always respond within 24 hours. I partner with adults of all ages who are seeking psychotherapy within a setting that’s able to hold the fullness of who they are and the larger arc of their path. Located on Pickards Mountain at the edge of Chapel Hill, I describe my approach as depth-oriented, contemplative, and somatic. Another term I use is soulcentric. Why? Because the word soul points to the deeper dimensions of one’s life. It evokes the rich, sometimes hidden currents running through our lives and orients us toward our ever-unfolding authenticity and path.

Whether you're a caregiver navigating the complexities of parenting your child or teen with ADHD, anxiety, or depression, or are a teen or young adult wrestling with ADHD, depression, or anxiety and want some skills to manage your symptoms, you're on a unique journey. In most cases, I aim to include caregivers in therapy to enhance the support and structures available to children and teens, ensuring they can fully benefit from treatment and thrive. My goal as your potential therapist is to equip you with the tools to thrive in your daily life and aspire to lead a life aligned with your values.

Welcome. I am a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in helping people of all ages, nationalities, races, gender expressions and sexual identities. My clients find me easy to talk to and my style is warm, non-judgmental and relational. I have a particular expertise in helping couples with issues such as infidelity, arguments, lack of communication and connection and dwindling sexual expression. For this work I draw on Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy by Susan Johnson see "Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love." I also use the work of the Gottman Institute, Harville Hendrix and Stan Tatkin.