Photo of Tori Thompson, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Tori Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am seasoned in working with clients in areas such as increasing emotional regulation, parenting skills, decreasing anxiety and depression, suicidal ideation, self-injury, grief, and and relational issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have been working with children, teens, and families for the past few years. I have my Master’s Degree from the University of Tennessee. I am originally from Ohio, I have been a Raleigh resident since 2016. In my free time I enjoy playing bass, video games, board games, tennis, and spending time with friends.
I am seasoned in working with clients in areas such as increasing emotional regulation, parenting skills, decreasing anxiety and depression, suicidal ideation, self-injury, grief, and and relational issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have been working with children, teens, and families for the past few years. I have my Master’s Degree from the University of Tennessee. I am originally from Ohio, I have been a Raleigh resident since 2016. In my free time I enjoy playing bass, video games, board games, tennis, and spending time with friends.
(984) 231-8975 View (984) 231-8975
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Krystle Moxley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
Are you ready to work through a traumatic event or looking to try EMDR? Perhaps you need to process through a loss, a new life transition, couple's therapy, anxiety, depression, identity exploration, or emotional regulation. Please do not hesitate to reach out and ask any questions you may have. My approach to therapy is to create a space where you feel free from judgment and can work alongside your therapist to reach the goals you set. My therapy approach is direct yet compassionate. As a clinician who provides telehealth, I have the privilege of seeing clients who live across the entirety of North Carolina.
Are you ready to work through a traumatic event or looking to try EMDR? Perhaps you need to process through a loss, a new life transition, couple's therapy, anxiety, depression, identity exploration, or emotional regulation. Please do not hesitate to reach out and ask any questions you may have. My approach to therapy is to create a space where you feel free from judgment and can work alongside your therapist to reach the goals you set. My therapy approach is direct yet compassionate. As a clinician who provides telehealth, I have the privilege of seeing clients who live across the entirety of North Carolina.
(910) 841-1586 View (910) 841-1586
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Carrieann Lefsaker
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MEd, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606
First and foremost, I support and affirm all LGBTQ+ identities and I am respectful of all racial, ethnic, and cultural identities and experiences. I spent 21 years in the U.S. military and have been peer mentoring in the addiction recovery community for over 10 years. My time with these two populations, and my own personal experiences, have given me a passion for understanding and treating trauma and the many conditions that arise along with it. I use a trauma-focused approach that processes foundational issues while learning coping skills that can quickly lessen symptoms.
First and foremost, I support and affirm all LGBTQ+ identities and I am respectful of all racial, ethnic, and cultural identities and experiences. I spent 21 years in the U.S. military and have been peer mentoring in the addiction recovery community for over 10 years. My time with these two populations, and my own personal experiences, have given me a passion for understanding and treating trauma and the many conditions that arise along with it. I use a trauma-focused approach that processes foundational issues while learning coping skills that can quickly lessen symptoms.
(919) 689-4517 View (919) 689-4517
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Jayda Irizarry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCATP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606
I would like to commend you for taking the step of seeking therapy! Right now, you may be viewing therapy as daunting, exciting, or something new. Regardless of where you are, it is my commitment to meet you there, free of judgments and ready to listen. Life’s transitions, journeys, and unexpected changes comes with many successes and challenges. It is my passion to stand alongside children, adolescents, and adults with a supportive, compassionate and goal-oriented approach. My therapeutic style is warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative.
I would like to commend you for taking the step of seeking therapy! Right now, you may be viewing therapy as daunting, exciting, or something new. Regardless of where you are, it is my commitment to meet you there, free of judgments and ready to listen. Life’s transitions, journeys, and unexpected changes comes with many successes and challenges. It is my passion to stand alongside children, adolescents, and adults with a supportive, compassionate and goal-oriented approach. My therapeutic style is warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative.
(984) 206-3342 View (984) 206-3342
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Julia Ross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606
I strive to offer a therapeutic space for discovery, building hope, and transformation. The challenges that I commonly support people through include Depression, Anxiety or OCD/Phobias, Maternal Mental Health/Perinatal Trauma or Challenges, Life Transitions, Childhood Trauma or Trauma Processing, and ADHD/ASD. The goals with these presenting problems often include creating a sense of stability, finding effective coping strategies, building support systems, and developing a strengths-based or resilient narrative of their story.
I strive to offer a therapeutic space for discovery, building hope, and transformation. The challenges that I commonly support people through include Depression, Anxiety or OCD/Phobias, Maternal Mental Health/Perinatal Trauma or Challenges, Life Transitions, Childhood Trauma or Trauma Processing, and ADHD/ASD. The goals with these presenting problems often include creating a sense of stability, finding effective coping strategies, building support systems, and developing a strengths-based or resilient narrative of their story.
(919) 324-0873 View (919) 324-0873
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Dawn Marie Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NJ, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606
Welcome! I'm passionate about helping women navigate the complexities of life. As a seasoned therapist specializing in women's mental health, I provide a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. Whether you're facing career transitions, relationship challenges, or grappling with existential questions, I'm here to support you every step of the way. With a deep understanding of the unique struggles that women encounter during this pivotal stage of life, I offer personalized therapy tailored to your specific needs and goals.
Welcome! I'm passionate about helping women navigate the complexities of life. As a seasoned therapist specializing in women's mental health, I provide a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. Whether you're facing career transitions, relationship challenges, or grappling with existential questions, I'm here to support you every step of the way. With a deep understanding of the unique struggles that women encounter during this pivotal stage of life, I offer personalized therapy tailored to your specific needs and goals.
(919) 367-1167 View (919) 367-1167
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Beth Pearson
LCSW Associate , MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
Please Note: I am currently online-only and will begin offering in-person sessions in July. As a queer therapist I provide a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ and poly/CNM individuals to explore their identities and experiences. Specializing in supporting graduate students, I understand the unique pressures of academia and offer tailored strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and depression. I am also well-versed in the complexities of chronic illness, chronic pain, and practice from a health at every size lens.
Please Note: I am currently online-only and will begin offering in-person sessions in July. As a queer therapist I provide a safe, inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ and poly/CNM individuals to explore their identities and experiences. Specializing in supporting graduate students, I understand the unique pressures of academia and offer tailored strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and depression. I am also well-versed in the complexities of chronic illness, chronic pain, and practice from a health at every size lens.
(984) 310-2742 View (984) 310-2742
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Angeline Walker
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
For over 20 years, I have helped children, adolescents, and adults discover new and healthy ways to manage stress, anxiety, and depression. My counseling style is warm and interactive. My ability to listen actively, treat others with respect, compassion, and dignity, and offer new perspectives, provides clients with a safe place to address concerns. I applaud the courage it takes you to change your current course and pursue a more fulfilling and healthier pathway. I am fully licensed in both North Carolina and South Carolina.
For over 20 years, I have helped children, adolescents, and adults discover new and healthy ways to manage stress, anxiety, and depression. My counseling style is warm and interactive. My ability to listen actively, treat others with respect, compassion, and dignity, and offer new perspectives, provides clients with a safe place to address concerns. I applaud the courage it takes you to change your current course and pursue a more fulfilling and healthier pathway. I am fully licensed in both North Carolina and South Carolina.
(704) 610-0745 View (704) 610-0745
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Chaola Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West, Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hey you! Welcome to Braveheart Therapy, Life Coaching, and Counseling. Thank you so much for stopping by my profile. I hope you are proud of yourself for getting this far. As a veteran, mom, and therapist, I understand how the stressors of every day life can become overwhelming. Hard days can leave us feeling lost, stressed, consumed, and alone. The great news is that there is a way to conquer life's challenges, overcome anxiety, manage depression, sadness, fear and anger, and find fulfillment. The journey through therapy can bring meaning back to life, enabling you to thrive with peace and happiness.
Hey you! Welcome to Braveheart Therapy, Life Coaching, and Counseling. Thank you so much for stopping by my profile. I hope you are proud of yourself for getting this far. As a veteran, mom, and therapist, I understand how the stressors of every day life can become overwhelming. Hard days can leave us feeling lost, stressed, consumed, and alone. The great news is that there is a way to conquer life's challenges, overcome anxiety, manage depression, sadness, fear and anger, and find fulfillment. The journey through therapy can bring meaning back to life, enabling you to thrive with peace and happiness.
(984) 368-5002 View (984) 368-5002
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Amy Lynn Otterson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MEd, NCC, CMCC, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606
Are you looking for something to be different in your life? Do you want to change your life situation, solve a problem, make a major decision, or gain a better understanding of what is happening in your life or relationships? Through counseling, I will provide a person-centered and cognitive behavioral perspective. This means I view counseling as a process by which I help to facilitate my client's exploration and identification of their needs to assist them in making changes in their cognition and behaviors, which will result in the attainment of improved life satisfaction and self-acceptance.
Are you looking for something to be different in your life? Do you want to change your life situation, solve a problem, make a major decision, or gain a better understanding of what is happening in your life or relationships? Through counseling, I will provide a person-centered and cognitive behavioral perspective. This means I view counseling as a process by which I help to facilitate my client's exploration and identification of their needs to assist them in making changes in their cognition and behaviors, which will result in the attainment of improved life satisfaction and self-acceptance.
(919) 246-4215 View (919) 246-4215
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Jill Triana
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606
Are you feeling constantly stressed and overwhelmed? Unfulfilled? Lonely or disconnected from others? Is anxiety, perfectionism, or people pleasing causing you to doubt yourself? It may feel like an enormous weight to balance all of life's expectations. You’re managing...sort of...but your coping skills and self-care strategies just aren’t cutting it these days. You want something to change but you're stuck and not sure where to start. I GET It. There has never been a more challenging time to be a teen girl or young adult woman. Your desire for better relationships, improved self-worth, and more life balance is WHY I am here!
Are you feeling constantly stressed and overwhelmed? Unfulfilled? Lonely or disconnected from others? Is anxiety, perfectionism, or people pleasing causing you to doubt yourself? It may feel like an enormous weight to balance all of life's expectations. You’re managing...sort of...but your coping skills and self-care strategies just aren’t cutting it these days. You want something to change but you're stuck and not sure where to start. I GET It. There has never been a more challenging time to be a teen girl or young adult woman. Your desire for better relationships, improved self-worth, and more life balance is WHY I am here!
(919) 648-4237 View (919) 648-4237
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Integrated Holistic Solutions, PLLC
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, DBH, LCMHCS, BCIM, BC-TMH, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
The clinicians at Integrated Holistic Solutions, PLLC are qualified, credentialed, and licensed professionals whose primary mission is to provide quality therapeutic care and organizational training to the surrounding community. Their goal is to empower people; to enrich lives; to give you control of your outcomes; and to restore your body, mind and spirit back to their optimal states of functioning. The certified and licensed clinicians at Integrated Holistic Solutions have over 28 years of experience and are trained in equipping clients with the tools necessary to maximize their environment and enhance their well-being.
The clinicians at Integrated Holistic Solutions, PLLC are qualified, credentialed, and licensed professionals whose primary mission is to provide quality therapeutic care and organizational training to the surrounding community. Their goal is to empower people; to enrich lives; to give you control of your outcomes; and to restore your body, mind and spirit back to their optimal states of functioning. The certified and licensed clinicians at Integrated Holistic Solutions have over 28 years of experience and are trained in equipping clients with the tools necessary to maximize their environment and enhance their well-being.
(704) 896-6044 x1 View (704) 896-6044 x1
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LaShonda Oates Milsap
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West, Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
I have over 23 years social work and clinical experience working with diverse clients dealing with stress, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, and life transitions. I work with children, couples, and families. With each client, a specific treatment model is used which involves a holistic approach that is person centered to address each client’s needs/concerns. In sessions, solution focused, CBT, DBT, ACT and other evidence-based interventions are used. Not only am I a therapist but I am also a co-author who helps and motivates others to pursue their goals/aspirations and assist individuals to recognize their strengths.
I have over 23 years social work and clinical experience working with diverse clients dealing with stress, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues, and life transitions. I work with children, couples, and families. With each client, a specific treatment model is used which involves a holistic approach that is person centered to address each client’s needs/concerns. In sessions, solution focused, CBT, DBT, ACT and other evidence-based interventions are used. Not only am I a therapist but I am also a co-author who helps and motivates others to pursue their goals/aspirations and assist individuals to recognize their strengths.
(910) 858-8103 View (910) 858-8103
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Abbey M Friedman
MA, CPRP , QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
I specialize in providing and therapeutic life coaching services to meet the unique needs of adults and their families living with severe and persistent mental health challenges. My goal is to provide comprehensive case management services to empower each individual to reach their highest potential and live a meaningful and fulfilling life. I understand how overwhelming it can be to live with or care for someone with a mental illness and recognize the difficulty of navigating the multiple systems involved in the care and management of one's mental health. I am here for you and will advocate for you. I recently relocated to NC.
I specialize in providing and therapeutic life coaching services to meet the unique needs of adults and their families living with severe and persistent mental health challenges. My goal is to provide comprehensive case management services to empower each individual to reach their highest potential and live a meaningful and fulfilling life. I understand how overwhelming it can be to live with or care for someone with a mental illness and recognize the difficulty of navigating the multiple systems involved in the care and management of one's mental health. I am here for you and will advocate for you. I recently relocated to NC.
(919) 705-0699 View (919) 705-0699
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Angel Archer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
West, Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
Angel is a licensed clinical social worker associate (LCSWA) working specifically with adolescents (ages 13-18), their families, and perinatal (pregnancy & postpartum) clients. She believes that, no matter how young, everyone deserves to feel seen and heard.
Angel is a licensed clinical social worker associate (LCSWA) working specifically with adolescents (ages 13-18), their families, and perinatal (pregnancy & postpartum) clients. She believes that, no matter how young, everyone deserves to feel seen and heard.
(910) 400-0291 View (910) 400-0291
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Dr. Carolyn Reynolds
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP-P
Verified Verified
West, Raleigh, NC 27606
Currently accepting new clients for ADHD assessments only
Currently accepting new clients for ADHD assessments only
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Integrity Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
LCMHCS
Verified Verified
West, Raleigh, NC 27606
Accepting New Patients Immediately! Our counselors utilize an integrative approach to therapy and strive to create a trusting and open counseling environment. We are experienced in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and many other concerns. Your comfort with self-expression is a top priority, so you will find our counselors are inviting and non-judgmental with those whom they serve. We enjoy providing new insight and guidance and prove to be individualized in meeting each client's needs.
Accepting New Patients Immediately! Our counselors utilize an integrative approach to therapy and strive to create a trusting and open counseling environment. We are experienced in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and many other concerns. Your comfort with self-expression is a top priority, so you will find our counselors are inviting and non-judgmental with those whom they serve. We enjoy providing new insight and guidance and prove to be individualized in meeting each client's needs.
(919) 372-0850 View (919) 372-0850
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Katie Pape
Counselor, MEd, LCMHC, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606
Waitlist for new clients
Currently on a waitlist. Welcome to my practice, where healing begins through a holistic and personalized approach. I am a dedicated therapist committed to supporting teens and adults on their journey to mental well-being. My therapeutic philosophy revolves around the integration of self-compassion, art therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and nature-based interventions. In our virtual and in-office sessions, I provide a warm and nurturing environment for individuals seeking relief from the burdens of stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Currently on a waitlist. Welcome to my practice, where healing begins through a holistic and personalized approach. I am a dedicated therapist committed to supporting teens and adults on their journey to mental well-being. My therapeutic philosophy revolves around the integration of self-compassion, art therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and nature-based interventions. In our virtual and in-office sessions, I provide a warm and nurturing environment for individuals seeking relief from the burdens of stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
(919) 873-4452 View (919) 873-4452
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Ariel Borka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
West, Raleigh, NC 27606
While it may have affected us all differently, the past two years have been like no other. They may have left you wishing for someone to talk to, or a quiet space of support. They also may have given you the time to reflect and recognize the changes you'd like to see in your life or the challenges from your past that you would like to face. In these times, it can be difficult to begin the process of healing, coping and processing, while trying to regain whatever sense of normalcy we can. It is my goal to aid and support you as you go through this journey, as I get to know you and the unique factors which bring you to counseling.
While it may have affected us all differently, the past two years have been like no other. They may have left you wishing for someone to talk to, or a quiet space of support. They also may have given you the time to reflect and recognize the changes you'd like to see in your life or the challenges from your past that you would like to face. In these times, it can be difficult to begin the process of healing, coping and processing, while trying to regain whatever sense of normalcy we can. It is my goal to aid and support you as you go through this journey, as I get to know you and the unique factors which bring you to counseling.
(984) 217-9636 View (984) 217-9636
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Elise Davis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
West, Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
There are times in life where we all feel exposed, vulnerable, and unsure. Life can seem scary, frustrating, hopeless, and chaotic. We forget who we are or admit we don't know where we are going. Life experiences and our mindset can stop us from living. There are times when emotions run the show and lead to choices that make things worse.
There are times in life where we all feel exposed, vulnerable, and unsure. Life can seem scary, frustrating, hopeless, and chaotic. We forget who we are or admit we don't know where we are going. Life experiences and our mindset can stop us from living. There are times when emotions run the show and lead to choices that make things worse.
(984) 538-9965 View (984) 538-9965

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Suicidal Ideation Therapists

How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?

Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioral therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.

Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?

Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.

Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?

The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?

As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.