Female Therapists in Orange County, NC
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Masters in Social Work from Marywood University. I have 19 years experience as a clinical psych specialist helping adults manage anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck in negative thought patterns, or are navigating difficult life changes. My goal is to provide a supportive, compassionate and safe space where one can feel empowered to move forward with confidence.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Masters in Social Work from Marywood University. I have 19 years experience as a clinical psych specialist helping adults manage anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck in negative thought patterns, or are navigating difficult life changes. My goal is to provide a supportive, compassionate and safe space where one can feel empowered to move forward with confidence.
Sara Skinner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I aim to create a supportive space to partner with clients in their healing process. I have over a decade of experience working with adult and youth trauma survivors and their loved ones. I partner with folks seeking support with trauma recovery, anxiety, parenting, reproductive health (pregnancy, abortion, loss, etc), adoption/fostercare, grief, burnout, compassion fatigue, and/or identity exploration. I am a White, straight, cisgender mother who is dedicated to personal and collective liberation from White supremacy, capitalism, and patriarchy.
Welcome! I aim to create a supportive space to partner with clients in their healing process. I have over a decade of experience working with adult and youth trauma survivors and their loved ones. I partner with folks seeking support with trauma recovery, anxiety, parenting, reproductive health (pregnancy, abortion, loss, etc), adoption/fostercare, grief, burnout, compassion fatigue, and/or identity exploration. I am a White, straight, cisgender mother who is dedicated to personal and collective liberation from White supremacy, capitalism, and patriarchy.
Thank you for checking out my page. My name is Janel Washington and I am a Licensed Mental Health Provider. I’m currently licensed in 3 states, this includes North Carolina, Washington State, and Colorado. I became a therapist, to work with people to be able to accept themselves and create safety as they become their most authentic self. What drives me is wanting individuals to be able to advocate for themselves and create the life they deserve. Safety is important. I like to provide a safe nonjudgmental environment. Which allows the client to feel free to be themselves.
Thank you for checking out my page. My name is Janel Washington and I am a Licensed Mental Health Provider. I’m currently licensed in 3 states, this includes North Carolina, Washington State, and Colorado. I became a therapist, to work with people to be able to accept themselves and create safety as they become their most authentic self. What drives me is wanting individuals to be able to advocate for themselves and create the life they deserve. Safety is important. I like to provide a safe nonjudgmental environment. Which allows the client to feel free to be themselves.
I aim to help you “grow through what you go through.” Driven by unwavering compassion and empathy, I strive to build a strong therapeutic alliance together in order to tackle your identified unique challenges and build upon your personal goals. Through building a strengths-based and individual-centered foundation in holistic therapy, I believe in promoting a safe, trusting, and non-judgmental environment that encourages you to find and become the best version of yourself. I strive to select therapeutic approaches that best fit your specific needs and goals.
I aim to help you “grow through what you go through.” Driven by unwavering compassion and empathy, I strive to build a strong therapeutic alliance together in order to tackle your identified unique challenges and build upon your personal goals. Through building a strengths-based and individual-centered foundation in holistic therapy, I believe in promoting a safe, trusting, and non-judgmental environment that encourages you to find and become the best version of yourself. I strive to select therapeutic approaches that best fit your specific needs and goals.
You deserve to THRIVE and not just SURVIVE. Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and hopeless? Maybe you’ve encountered recent changes that caused you to feel off-balanced, hyper-distracted, disorganized, or unmotivated. Whatever roadblocks you are currently facing, let’s figure out together what works for you on your journey at your pace. I am licensed with experience in treating stress management, depression, anxiety, alcohol/drug use, esteem, relationships, and more.
You deserve to THRIVE and not just SURVIVE. Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and hopeless? Maybe you’ve encountered recent changes that caused you to feel off-balanced, hyper-distracted, disorganized, or unmotivated. Whatever roadblocks you are currently facing, let’s figure out together what works for you on your journey at your pace. I am licensed with experience in treating stress management, depression, anxiety, alcohol/drug use, esteem, relationships, and more.
Life is full of challenges and sometimes we arrive at a point where we can no longer navigate it alone. At Bea Well, I offer space to have hard conversations. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to connect with yourself and improve your relationships. Are mother looking for support on how to manage multiple roles or a business owner/executive desiring a space to take off your armor? Perhaps, you are a couple that wants to explore how to rekindle your connection. Once you begin to heal your spirit, mind and body, you will create more JOY. Ademas, atiendo personas que hablan Español, estoy a sus órdenes.
Life is full of challenges and sometimes we arrive at a point where we can no longer navigate it alone. At Bea Well, I offer space to have hard conversations. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to connect with yourself and improve your relationships. Are mother looking for support on how to manage multiple roles or a business owner/executive desiring a space to take off your armor? Perhaps, you are a couple that wants to explore how to rekindle your connection. Once you begin to heal your spirit, mind and body, you will create more JOY. Ademas, atiendo personas que hablan Español, estoy a sus órdenes.
I believe understanding how my client perceives the world is essential to successful treatment. For 30 years I have helped a multitude of individuals and family groupings to find peace, resolution and happiness in many areas of their lives. I am a dedicated therapist who is present in the session and highly committed to honoring and respecting the individuals who have allowed me to work with them. I draw inspiration from Pema Chodron, Virginia Satir and Esther Perel.
I believe understanding how my client perceives the world is essential to successful treatment. For 30 years I have helped a multitude of individuals and family groupings to find peace, resolution and happiness in many areas of their lives. I am a dedicated therapist who is present in the session and highly committed to honoring and respecting the individuals who have allowed me to work with them. I draw inspiration from Pema Chodron, Virginia Satir and Esther Perel.
Hello! If you found my page chances are you are looking to make some sort of change in your life. Finding a therapist that fits with you can be challenging. I work with individuals facing a variety of life issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger, grief, self esteem, body image issues, eating disorders, and life transitions. I strive to help empower you to build a life worth living. I offer secure video sessions for clients in North Carolina.
Hello! If you found my page chances are you are looking to make some sort of change in your life. Finding a therapist that fits with you can be challenging. I work with individuals facing a variety of life issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger, grief, self esteem, body image issues, eating disorders, and life transitions. I strive to help empower you to build a life worth living. I offer secure video sessions for clients in North Carolina.
When early relationships are marked by inconsistency, neglect, or abandonment, they can deeply shape the way we see ourselves and connect with others. The impact of complex trauma and early attachment wounds often shows up later in life as anxiety in relationships, self-criticism, overwhelming shame and guilt, self-abandonment, disconnection, difficultly acknowledging and coping with emotions, low self-esteem, depression, or self-doubt. I help clients gently explore and heal these deep-rooted patterns by developing insight into how early experiences shape the way they feel, connect, and navigate their inner and relational worlds.
When early relationships are marked by inconsistency, neglect, or abandonment, they can deeply shape the way we see ourselves and connect with others. The impact of complex trauma and early attachment wounds often shows up later in life as anxiety in relationships, self-criticism, overwhelming shame and guilt, self-abandonment, disconnection, difficultly acknowledging and coping with emotions, low self-esteem, depression, or self-doubt. I help clients gently explore and heal these deep-rooted patterns by developing insight into how early experiences shape the way they feel, connect, and navigate their inner and relational worlds.
Life can bring waves of transition; many are excellent, and others are more complex. I enjoy partnering with older adults and their families to provide support and explore ways to improve the quality of life for all. Typical areas of exploration may include retirement, end of life, grief, loss of independence, caregiver stress, role reversal/confusion, depression, isolation, anxiety, and life inventory. I offer a holistic and client-centered approach embracing empowerment, narratives, and strengths to rebalance joy and fulfillment as life transitions.
Life can bring waves of transition; many are excellent, and others are more complex. I enjoy partnering with older adults and their families to provide support and explore ways to improve the quality of life for all. Typical areas of exploration may include retirement, end of life, grief, loss of independence, caregiver stress, role reversal/confusion, depression, isolation, anxiety, and life inventory. I offer a holistic and client-centered approach embracing empowerment, narratives, and strengths to rebalance joy and fulfillment as life transitions.
Susanne Kaiser
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC, CCMHC
2 Endorsed
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Waitlist for new clients
*My Practice is currently full.* I began a search over 20 years ago that allowed me to experience healing in ways that honor the entire human being -not just the mind. My approach is one that honors each client's strengths and path towards wholeness. I empower clients towards their own self-healing. My work is integrative - utilizing mindfulness and inviting the soul/spirit, mind & body to drive the process of therapy. I specialize in non-pathologizing therapies. I strive to create an atmosphere of safety first and foremost. I feel that spirituality is an integral part of the healing process.
*My Practice is currently full.* I began a search over 20 years ago that allowed me to experience healing in ways that honor the entire human being -not just the mind. My approach is one that honors each client's strengths and path towards wholeness. I empower clients towards their own self-healing. My work is integrative - utilizing mindfulness and inviting the soul/spirit, mind & body to drive the process of therapy. I specialize in non-pathologizing therapies. I strive to create an atmosphere of safety first and foremost. I feel that spirituality is an integral part of the healing process.
I love working with people who feel stuck, and who want to understand, embrace, and maximize their potential. Many of the people I work with have been frustrated with traditional talk therapy, and want a way through their depression, anxiety and trauma that is efficient and effective. Using tools like energy psychotherapy, neurofeedback, and Human Design, I help people to understand who they really are and who've they've been conditioned to be; these approaches and tools provide a road map back to the joy of their true nature.
I love working with people who feel stuck, and who want to understand, embrace, and maximize their potential. Many of the people I work with have been frustrated with traditional talk therapy, and want a way through their depression, anxiety and trauma that is efficient and effective. Using tools like energy psychotherapy, neurofeedback, and Human Design, I help people to understand who they really are and who've they've been conditioned to be; these approaches and tools provide a road map back to the joy of their true nature.
Embracing your humanity isn't easy, but you don't have to face it alone. Many of my clients experience anxiety, perfectionism, burnout and professional challenges, navigating life transitions, stress from being sandwiched between parenting children and care for older parents, challenges with aging or medical conditions, and coping with intergenerational trauma. If you haven't quite figured out "Work-Life balance" (or juggling multiple stressors) you are not alone! Let's slow down, learn to find your inner wisdom, and live with intention to bring more of what you want... purpose, connection, peace, vitality, joy... to your life.
Embracing your humanity isn't easy, but you don't have to face it alone. Many of my clients experience anxiety, perfectionism, burnout and professional challenges, navigating life transitions, stress from being sandwiched between parenting children and care for older parents, challenges with aging or medical conditions, and coping with intergenerational trauma. If you haven't quite figured out "Work-Life balance" (or juggling multiple stressors) you are not alone! Let's slow down, learn to find your inner wisdom, and live with intention to bring more of what you want... purpose, connection, peace, vitality, joy... to your life.
I think what is most important to each of us is a desire for connection. This is true for children as well as adults. To feel understood is central to a healthy self. As your therapist it is essential that I work to develop your trust and that together we begin to understand who you are.
I think what is most important to each of us is a desire for connection. This is true for children as well as adults. To feel understood is central to a healthy self. As your therapist it is essential that I work to develop your trust and that together we begin to understand who you are.
The task of finding the right therapist can be a daunting one. Opening up about your insecurities and challenges can be difficult. I provide a non-judgmental, genuine, and warm atmosphere which will put you at ease. My passion is helping people who are struggling with everyday problems around relationships, work, school and any type of stress or those that have more deep-rooted issues stemming from childhood or a traumatic event. I help people develop a stronger and content sense of self.
The task of finding the right therapist can be a daunting one. Opening up about your insecurities and challenges can be difficult. I provide a non-judgmental, genuine, and warm atmosphere which will put you at ease. My passion is helping people who are struggling with everyday problems around relationships, work, school and any type of stress or those that have more deep-rooted issues stemming from childhood or a traumatic event. I help people develop a stronger and content sense of self.
You don't have to continue struggling in silence. You can receive the help you need today. I understand that it can be very difficult to ask for help in a time of need. I hope that you are able to take that crucial step and I invite you to reach out to me. I provide compassion and a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive environment that allows others to express themselves, and uncover the barriers to achieving happiness, stability, and success. My approach is client-centered, based on the belief that every individual brings a unique outlook on personal, family, and cultural experiences.
You don't have to continue struggling in silence. You can receive the help you need today. I understand that it can be very difficult to ask for help in a time of need. I hope that you are able to take that crucial step and I invite you to reach out to me. I provide compassion and a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive environment that allows others to express themselves, and uncover the barriers to achieving happiness, stability, and success. My approach is client-centered, based on the belief that every individual brings a unique outlook on personal, family, and cultural experiences.
Hello, I am Lisa Dubbert, LCSW I am licensed in North Carolina (C004922) with 20 years of professional work experience. I work with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared free from judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Hello, I am Lisa Dubbert, LCSW I am licensed in North Carolina (C004922) with 20 years of professional work experience. I work with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared free from judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
I am a generalist and work with adults with a variety of presenting issues including: relationship stressors, sexual abuse or trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, family stressors and adjustment issues. I appreciate that these issues are often complex and complicated and it might feel very overwhelming. My belief is that people are resilient, and even the most resilient people can benefit from someone listening. My goal is to hear you, support you, and give you helpful feedback and suggestions for how to make changes. I like to focus on the skills and strategies you might be underestimating in yourself.
I am a generalist and work with adults with a variety of presenting issues including: relationship stressors, sexual abuse or trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, family stressors and adjustment issues. I appreciate that these issues are often complex and complicated and it might feel very overwhelming. My belief is that people are resilient, and even the most resilient people can benefit from someone listening. My goal is to hear you, support you, and give you helpful feedback and suggestions for how to make changes. I like to focus on the skills and strategies you might be underestimating in yourself.
My client focus is teenagers, young adults, adults, and couples. The conditions I have the most experience treating are anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction, and family systems. I am inspired by the resilience of people daily, and work to highlight the strengths of every client. I aim to provide a space where people can show up as their authentic selves and receive supportive and direct feedback and tools in a completely judgment-free zone. My hope is that through this process people can feel empowered to make hard choices, feel more positive about themselves and their relationships, and overall improve their quality of life.
My client focus is teenagers, young adults, adults, and couples. The conditions I have the most experience treating are anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction, and family systems. I am inspired by the resilience of people daily, and work to highlight the strengths of every client. I aim to provide a space where people can show up as their authentic selves and receive supportive and direct feedback and tools in a completely judgment-free zone. My hope is that through this process people can feel empowered to make hard choices, feel more positive about themselves and their relationships, and overall improve their quality of life.
Julia Schoen Christy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Waitlist for new clients
Julia strives to employ a holistic approach in her work, focusing on considering the whole person both through the lens of individual experiences as well as the lens of social identities. Her clinical work is heavily influenced by feminist and social justice theories. She implements strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy in an effort to empower individuals to better understand, contextualize, and manage their symptoms and reduce stress.
Julia strives to employ a holistic approach in her work, focusing on considering the whole person both through the lens of individual experiences as well as the lens of social identities. Her clinical work is heavily influenced by feminist and social justice theories. She implements strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy in an effort to empower individuals to better understand, contextualize, and manage their symptoms and reduce stress.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.