Veterans Therapists in Hillsborough, Raleigh, NC
My speciality is working with performance-based populations: military, athletes, and performers.
As military members, athletes, and performers are expected to perform under intense pressure without showing signs of weakness, the internal struggle between maintaining professionalism and managing emotional well-being can be overwhelming, ultimately impacting both individual and team performance.
My speciality is working with performance-based populations: military, athletes, and performers.
As military members, athletes, and performers are expected to perform under intense pressure without showing signs of weakness, the internal struggle between maintaining professionalism and managing emotional well-being can be overwhelming, ultimately impacting both individual and team performance.
I bring a compassionate and empathetic approach to therapy, drawing from my diverse experiences as a mother, wife, and military veteran.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in past struggles, or uncertain about how to navigate life’s challenges? Life's difficulties aren't always predictable, and it’s easy to feel like you're juggling everything while barely making time for yourself. If you're ready to step out of the cycle and into a place of healing, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll work to reclaim balance and create a path toward a happier, more emotionally stable life.
I bring a compassionate and empathetic approach to therapy, drawing from my diverse experiences as a mother, wife, and military veteran.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in past struggles, or uncertain about how to navigate life’s challenges? Life's difficulties aren't always predictable, and it’s easy to feel like you're juggling everything while barely making time for yourself. If you're ready to step out of the cycle and into a place of healing, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll work to reclaim balance and create a path toward a happier, more emotionally stable life.
My journey from military service to mental health has given me a unique perspective of respect, resilience, empathy, and understanding for anyone.
Are you struggling with the heavy burden of relational difficulties, low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety? It's time to lighten that load. As a compassionate therapist, I offer a safe place to explore your experiences and embark on a journey of healing. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach, which is why I tailor my evidence-based techniques to fit your unique needs.
My journey from military service to mental health has given me a unique perspective of respect, resilience, empathy, and understanding for anyone.
Are you struggling with the heavy burden of relational difficulties, low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety? It's time to lighten that load. As a compassionate therapist, I offer a safe place to explore your experiences and embark on a journey of healing. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach, which is why I tailor my evidence-based techniques to fit your unique needs.
My main specialties are working with athlete and military personnel, but I see plenty of non-athlete/ military clients as well.
I am currently accepting new Telehealth clients! - Any number of barriers could impede peak performance. Anxiety, burnout, injury, external pressures, and trauma are but a few of the challenges my clients regularly face. Any one of these factors can lead to feelings of disappointment, dissatisfaction, and/or diminished self-esteem. Sometimes, my clients are unaware of the underlying mechanisms contributing to performance breakdown, distress, or loss of enjoyment in sport/performance or life in general. This can lead to maladaptive behaviors and beliefs that perpetuate a debilitative cycle.
My main specialties are working with athlete and military personnel, but I see plenty of non-athlete/ military clients as well.
I am currently accepting new Telehealth clients! - Any number of barriers could impede peak performance. Anxiety, burnout, injury, external pressures, and trauma are but a few of the challenges my clients regularly face. Any one of these factors can lead to feelings of disappointment, dissatisfaction, and/or diminished self-esteem. Sometimes, my clients are unaware of the underlying mechanisms contributing to performance breakdown, distress, or loss of enjoyment in sport/performance or life in general. This can lead to maladaptive behaviors and beliefs that perpetuate a debilitative cycle.
Joseph Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, Raleigh, NC 27603
I am Joseph Baker, a licensed clinical social worker who has extensive experience in providing psychotherapy to clients of all ages. My experiential training is in cognitive behavioral therapy; however, I am experienced in providing other therapeutic modalities including motivational interviewing, client centered therapy, reality-based therapy, psychoanalytic therapy, family and couples therapy. My approach is humanistic-based, with behavioral cognitive and insight-oriented interventions. My assessments and evaluations are comprehensive bio-psychosocial in nature.
I am Joseph Baker, a licensed clinical social worker who has extensive experience in providing psychotherapy to clients of all ages. My experiential training is in cognitive behavioral therapy; however, I am experienced in providing other therapeutic modalities including motivational interviewing, client centered therapy, reality-based therapy, psychoanalytic therapy, family and couples therapy. My approach is humanistic-based, with behavioral cognitive and insight-oriented interventions. My assessments and evaluations are comprehensive bio-psychosocial in nature.
Latoya Nelson Mason
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Become the architect of your future! You're not quite sure how your life got to this point and the fear of what lies ahead causes you to second guess your decisions. Your confidence has taken a hit but you are ready to find your happy place again, sleep easy at night and find the place of peace you crave. You are ready to find you again! I help women who are stressed and overwhelmed find their inner peace and calm. I work with you to discover what you want your life to look like and support you in developing that. I offer a safe place for you to vent, move past your fears and just BE.
Become the architect of your future! You're not quite sure how your life got to this point and the fear of what lies ahead causes you to second guess your decisions. Your confidence has taken a hit but you are ready to find your happy place again, sleep easy at night and find the place of peace you crave. You are ready to find you again! I help women who are stressed and overwhelmed find their inner peace and calm. I work with you to discover what you want your life to look like and support you in developing that. I offer a safe place for you to vent, move past your fears and just BE.
Shelly Hummel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hillsborough, Raleigh, NC 27605
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in couples therapy and love what I do. Life circumstances facilitated my desire to become a couples therapist in early adolescence. I graduated from The University of Iowa with Honors in Psychology and completed my graduate degree from Northern Illinois University. My desire has always been working with couples and that passion remains today. I have been in practice for over 20 years, specializing in helping couples who are burdened by wanting to make their relationship work, but are uncertain of the tools and where to start.
I specialize in couples therapy and love what I do. Life circumstances facilitated my desire to become a couples therapist in early adolescence. I graduated from The University of Iowa with Honors in Psychology and completed my graduate degree from Northern Illinois University. My desire has always been working with couples and that passion remains today. I have been in practice for over 20 years, specializing in helping couples who are burdened by wanting to make their relationship work, but are uncertain of the tools and where to start.
Shannon Draper, EMDR + Trauma Therapist
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, QS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsborough, Raleigh, NC 27603
Accepting new clients in NC + MA. More info at www.shannondraper.co - Therapy looks and feels differently now. That traditional head nodding, passive engagement, and ‘how does that make you feel?’ is a thing of the past. I enjoy actively supporting and challenging folks in their process of reflection, introspection and growth. My approach is compassionate and direct. I work best with people who are asking questions, shifting relationships with themselves or others, and who are committed to showing up and/or learning more about their authentic, vulnerable, and values focused self.
Accepting new clients in NC + MA. More info at www.shannondraper.co - Therapy looks and feels differently now. That traditional head nodding, passive engagement, and ‘how does that make you feel?’ is a thing of the past. I enjoy actively supporting and challenging folks in their process of reflection, introspection and growth. My approach is compassionate and direct. I work best with people who are asking questions, shifting relationships with themselves or others, and who are committed to showing up and/or learning more about their authentic, vulnerable, and values focused self.
Dr. Lucille Keenan
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hillsborough, Raleigh, NC 27605
If you are feeling troubled, together we can sort out why you are having difficulty, develop clarity on the obstacles that stand in your way, and assist you in making the changes you want for yourself. Maybe you're ready to make big changes in your life, looking for support through a stressful time, and/or simply wanting a place to understand your feelings so you can know what decisions to make. I find joy in assisting clients to be more of who they are, to enjoy life fully, and to realize their true potential, as well as in helping couples reconnect and find a place of healing that allows a secure and loving connection.
If you are feeling troubled, together we can sort out why you are having difficulty, develop clarity on the obstacles that stand in your way, and assist you in making the changes you want for yourself. Maybe you're ready to make big changes in your life, looking for support through a stressful time, and/or simply wanting a place to understand your feelings so you can know what decisions to make. I find joy in assisting clients to be more of who they are, to enjoy life fully, and to realize their true potential, as well as in helping couples reconnect and find a place of healing that allows a secure and loving connection.
Angelina Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSATP, PMH-C, CCTP, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hillsborough, Raleigh, NC 27603
Licensed in VA, MD, WVA, NC and NJ. Are you struggling with your overall mental wellness? Have you tried therapy in the past and not seen the progress you were expecting? I am here to offer support and collaborate with you to find hope. Therapy is a shared journey to identify new insights and work on finding actionable solutions. I actively listen to get to know you, develop a clinical relationship and address your unique needs while in a calm and comfortable setting. We work together to create tangible tools to process past experiences, including trauma, and tackle current complicated life issues to facilitate a healthier future.
Licensed in VA, MD, WVA, NC and NJ. Are you struggling with your overall mental wellness? Have you tried therapy in the past and not seen the progress you were expecting? I am here to offer support and collaborate with you to find hope. Therapy is a shared journey to identify new insights and work on finding actionable solutions. I actively listen to get to know you, develop a clinical relationship and address your unique needs while in a calm and comfortable setting. We work together to create tangible tools to process past experiences, including trauma, and tackle current complicated life issues to facilitate a healthier future.
Tom Adams
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
It's difficult, if not impossible, to really thrive in life when you are suffering. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or feeling abused, neglected, or misunderstood, having a regular time and place to talk about these issues in a safe and confidential space is essential to working through them. Those who commit to this process discover that, over time, their suffering is more manageable than they thought, and that living a more fulfilling life is well within their grasp.
It's difficult, if not impossible, to really thrive in life when you are suffering. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or feeling abused, neglected, or misunderstood, having a regular time and place to talk about these issues in a safe and confidential space is essential to working through them. Those who commit to this process discover that, over time, their suffering is more manageable than they thought, and that living a more fulfilling life is well within their grasp.
Jennifer Moynihan Wynn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hillsborough, Raleigh, NC 27605
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in relationship counseling and I want to help you feel more connected to the important people in your life. You do not need to be married to benefit from relationship counseling, and I am happy to work with you where you are in your relationship. I tend to work from an emotionally focused and experiential perspective, which means that I want to help you and your partner create an experience in which you can both feel seen, heard, and more connected.
I specialize in relationship counseling and I want to help you feel more connected to the important people in your life. You do not need to be married to benefit from relationship counseling, and I am happy to work with you where you are in your relationship. I tend to work from an emotionally focused and experiential perspective, which means that I want to help you and your partner create an experience in which you can both feel seen, heard, and more connected.
Online Therapists
Audrey Ahlvers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, M-IOP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsborough, Raleigh, NC 27609
I help C-Suite Level Executives, Senior Managers, high ranking military personnel, senior government officials, elite and professional athletes, and professional artists remove their performance blocks, improve professional performance and reach their maximum potential.
As a former Army Officer, I have 15+ years’ experience working with high ranking military personnel, government officials, and civilian executives with improving organizational processes as well as helping them attain promotions, and generally increase their upward mobility.
I help C-Suite Level Executives, Senior Managers, high ranking military personnel, senior government officials, elite and professional athletes, and professional artists remove their performance blocks, improve professional performance and reach their maximum potential.
As a former Army Officer, I have 15+ years’ experience working with high ranking military personnel, government officials, and civilian executives with improving organizational processes as well as helping them attain promotions, and generally increase their upward mobility.
Benjamin Ingraham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hillsborough, Raleigh, NC 27605
I offer support and expertise to first responders, military members, healthcare professionals, and blue-collar workers.
With extensive training and expertise, I provide support for a range of challenges, including men’s issues, divorce, PTSD, trauma, burnout, depression, substance abuse, grief, ADHD/ADD, and anxiety. Additionally, I offer guidance on stress management, resilience-building, personal development, relationships, career transitions, and everyday struggles.
I offer support and expertise to first responders, military members, healthcare professionals, and blue-collar workers.
With extensive training and expertise, I provide support for a range of challenges, including men’s issues, divorce, PTSD, trauma, burnout, depression, substance abuse, grief, ADHD/ADD, and anxiety. Additionally, I offer guidance on stress management, resilience-building, personal development, relationships, career transitions, and everyday struggles.
As a Black Millennial therapist, who is also a military spouse, I am passionate about providing relatable therapy to BIPOC , LGBTQIA+ ,Millennials and Military families.
Are you having trouble expressing your feelings, putting YOU first or navigating life’s many challenges? Are you figuring out you cant pour from an empty cup? Life is life'ing and you may be feeling stuck and your ready for change? I see you and im here to help!
As a Black Millennial therapist, who is also a military spouse, I am passionate about providing relatable therapy to BIPOC , LGBTQIA+ ,Millennials and Military families.
Are you having trouble expressing your feelings, putting YOU first or navigating life’s many challenges? Are you figuring out you cant pour from an empty cup? Life is life'ing and you may be feeling stuck and your ready for change? I see you and im here to help!
As an equal opportunity officer and counselor I have extensive experience in trauma-focused therapy, particularly working with veterans and individuals affected by PTSD.
I provide trauma-informed therapy with a focus on somatic counseling, trauma-focused counseling and mind-body healing. I help individuals process trauma, release stored emotional pain, and reconnect with their inner resilience. I also provided brainspotting as a tool to help with a variety of issues. My approach is rooted in nervous system regulation, body awareness, and deep healing, creating a safe space for clients to work through PTSD, anxiety, and stress-related concerns. I offer both in-person and virtual sessions to meet the unique needs of my clients, guiding them toward lasting emotional and physical well-being.
As an equal opportunity officer and counselor I have extensive experience in trauma-focused therapy, particularly working with veterans and individuals affected by PTSD.
I provide trauma-informed therapy with a focus on somatic counseling, trauma-focused counseling and mind-body healing. I help individuals process trauma, release stored emotional pain, and reconnect with their inner resilience. I also provided brainspotting as a tool to help with a variety of issues. My approach is rooted in nervous system regulation, body awareness, and deep healing, creating a safe space for clients to work through PTSD, anxiety, and stress-related concerns. I offer both in-person and virtual sessions to meet the unique needs of my clients, guiding them toward lasting emotional and physical well-being.
Sara Scott Ford
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, CRC, CSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hillsborough, Raleigh, NC 27607
I specialize in working with individuals (civilian & military) who have experienced a significant life-changing event or trauma.
Do your current struggles make you feel like you're treading water in the middle of the ocean? You may be feeling overwhelmed with worry, fear, sadness, anger, shame, guilt, frustration, uncertainty, hopelessness, or helplessness. You may also be experiencing sleepless nights and disturbing negative thoughts that just won't seem to go away. You feel stuck - unable to move forward or swim back to shore. Whether these struggles stem from anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD, a significant life change, a serious tragedy, or a traumatic life event, I am here to help you find your way back.
I specialize in working with individuals (civilian & military) who have experienced a significant life-changing event or trauma.
Do your current struggles make you feel like you're treading water in the middle of the ocean? You may be feeling overwhelmed with worry, fear, sadness, anger, shame, guilt, frustration, uncertainty, hopelessness, or helplessness. You may also be experiencing sleepless nights and disturbing negative thoughts that just won't seem to go away. You feel stuck - unable to move forward or swim back to shore. Whether these struggles stem from anxiety, stress, depression, PTSD, a significant life change, a serious tragedy, or a traumatic life event, I am here to help you find your way back.
Nicole Baltimore
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am a trauma survivor as well as a military veteran.
Life can often be overwhelming. Recognizing the signs that you may need someone to talk to or help you navigate the obstacles is an amazing accomplishment! I applaud you for taking the first step!
I am a trauma survivor as well as a military veteran.
Life can often be overwhelming. Recognizing the signs that you may need someone to talk to or help you navigate the obstacles is an amazing accomplishment! I applaud you for taking the first step!
Kimberly McKenna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsborough, Raleigh, NC 27606
I'm also a Veteran of the USMC and USAF and understand the unique challenges that women in the military face.
You're a professional woman trying to have it all, the family, the career, the social life. You feel like you're juggling so much and keeping up is more impossible as the years pass. Most importantly, you feel like you're losing yourself or you've already lost yourself. Everyone wants and needs something from you and you're burning out. You have a voice deep inside that is longing for relief but you don't have the time or energy to address it and, as a result, your loved ones get grouchy you. You hate being so irritable and dissatisfied with life and just want the insanity to stop. You're hopeless and simply ready to give up.
I'm also a Veteran of the USMC and USAF and understand the unique challenges that women in the military face.
You're a professional woman trying to have it all, the family, the career, the social life. You feel like you're juggling so much and keeping up is more impossible as the years pass. Most importantly, you feel like you're losing yourself or you've already lost yourself. Everyone wants and needs something from you and you're burning out. You have a voice deep inside that is longing for relief but you don't have the time or energy to address it and, as a result, your loved ones get grouchy you. You hate being so irritable and dissatisfied with life and just want the insanity to stop. You're hopeless and simply ready to give up.
Over my 22-year military career, I have witnessed how issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction can profoundly impact individuals' lives.
At the heart of my counseling philosophy lies the understanding that every individual and session is unique. This realization fuels my integrated approach, offering flexibility and the capacity to support a diverse range of individuals. My expertise lies in addressing mental health challenges, including trauma, anxiety, ADHD, and addiction.
Over my 22-year military career, I have witnessed how issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction can profoundly impact individuals' lives.
At the heart of my counseling philosophy lies the understanding that every individual and session is unique. This realization fuels my integrated approach, offering flexibility and the capacity to support a diverse range of individuals. My expertise lies in addressing mental health challenges, including trauma, anxiety, ADHD, and addiction.
Nearby Veterans Therapists Searches for Hillsborough, Raleigh
- Central
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Veterans Therapists
Why is mental health important for veterans and the military?
Veterans are more likely to face mental health challenges than the general public, and such mental health challenges can make it difficult for them to navigate day-to-day life. Improved mental health can result in better interpersonal relationships, lower levels of stress, and decreased dependence on substances, such as drugs or alcohol, for many veterans. Addressing common mental health conditions can also help facilitate recovery from physical health challenges that are faced by many veterans, such as chronic pain, physical injury, or poor sleeping patterns. Therapists trained in working with veterans can help address these concerns and help improve veteran mental health.
How can veterans get access to mental health support?
There are many resources for veterans to get mental health support, including through the VA or through their primary care doctor. Many service personnel are eligible for free or reduced-cost mental health counseling through the VA, depending on their service history and current income. Veterans can also utilize online directories, such as Psychology Today, or nonprofit organization resources like the Wounded Warrior Project, to find a therapist or other healthcare professional that specializes in their specific mental health needs. Veterans may also benefit from community-based groups that facilitate social connection and/or address specific concerns, such as Alcoholics Anonymous.
What type of therapy is best for veterans?
Veterans may benefit from multiple types of therapy, depending on what mental health challenges they are facing. Veterans seeking therapy for anxiety or depression may benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which encourage clients to understand how their thought patterns influence their behavior. Veterans with PTSD may seek other more specialized forms of therapy to treat trauma symptoms, such as EMDR or exposure therapy. Many veterans and military personnel may also benefit from family or couples counseling to address the stress and adjustment challenges that can be associated with military life.
Can therapy for veterans help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in helping veterans with trauma and PTSD. Therapists specializing in veteran mental health often have extensive training and experience helping veterans navigate symptoms of trauma and can teach clients coping techniques to handle common symptoms associated with trauma and PTSD. Some therapists may use talk therapy as their primary approach, while others utilize more structured therapy modalities in sessions, such as EMDR. Veterans can try multiple therapy modalities to find the best fit for them. Therapists can also help make referrals or connect clients with available resources, such as VA benefits, to help address other life concerns.