First Responders Therapists in Raleigh, NC
I specialize in men’s issues and have a strong passion for supporting first responders, current and former military members and their families, healthcare professionals, blue-collar workers, tradesmen, and farmers—though my work is not limited to these groups as I love to help anyone in need.
I help clients navigate life's issues, divorce or relationship problems, PTSD, TBI, trauma, burnout, anger, depression, low self-esteem, addiction, grief, ADHD, and anxiety. I also offer guidance in stress management, building resilience, personal growth, career changes, social challenges, budgeting, and everyday life struggles in this world we live in.
I specialize in men’s issues and have a strong passion for supporting first responders, current and former military members and their families, healthcare professionals, blue-collar workers, tradesmen, and farmers—though my work is not limited to these groups as I love to help anyone in need.
I help clients navigate life's issues, divorce or relationship problems, PTSD, TBI, trauma, burnout, anger, depression, low self-esteem, addiction, grief, ADHD, and anxiety. I also offer guidance in stress management, building resilience, personal growth, career changes, social challenges, budgeting, and everyday life struggles in this world we live in.
Hello, I'm a counselor with a background in Forensic Psychology, having worked in the field since 2004. I have the privilege of serving a diverse range of clients from various ethnicities, racial backgrounds, and socioeconomic classes. My approach is non-judgmental, patient, and easy-going, creating a safe space where you can feel heard and understood.
Hello, I'm a counselor with a background in Forensic Psychology, having worked in the field since 2004. I have the privilege of serving a diverse range of clients from various ethnicities, racial backgrounds, and socioeconomic classes. My approach is non-judgmental, patient, and easy-going, creating a safe space where you can feel heard and understood.
I also frequently work with educators, first responders, healthcare workers, and individuals from first- and second-generation immigrant backgrounds, and I have a deep appreciation for the unique challenges each group faces.
Initial sessions are spent gaining a deeper understanding of each person's current challenges, life experiences, core values, and specific ways they want their life to look and feel different. We then work together to create a treatment plan. My role is to help clients gain clarity and balance, build on their strengths, and move towards meaningful change.
I also frequently work with educators, first responders, healthcare workers, and individuals from first- and second-generation immigrant backgrounds, and I have a deep appreciation for the unique challenges each group faces.
Initial sessions are spent gaining a deeper understanding of each person's current challenges, life experiences, core values, and specific ways they want their life to look and feel different. We then work together to create a treatment plan. My role is to help clients gain clarity and balance, build on their strengths, and move towards meaningful change.
With firsthand experience in public safety, I specialize in helping first responders, healthcare professionals & adults navigate trauma, PTSD, chronic stress, and burnout.
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed by stress, burnout, trauma, anxiety, or major life challenges. I’m especially passionate about supporting public safety personnel and healthcare professionals, but I also work with adults from all walks of life. Many of my clients feel stuck in survival mode, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from themselves. Together, we identify unhelpful patterns, build practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change so life feels more manageable again.
With firsthand experience in public safety, I specialize in helping first responders, healthcare professionals & adults navigate trauma, PTSD, chronic stress, and burnout.
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed by stress, burnout, trauma, anxiety, or major life challenges. I’m especially passionate about supporting public safety personnel and healthcare professionals, but I also work with adults from all walks of life. Many of my clients feel stuck in survival mode, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from themselves. Together, we identify unhelpful patterns, build practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change so life feels more manageable again.
Do you find yourself acting in ways that don’t align with who you are?
Maybe you’ve said you’ll stop doing something, only to find yourself continuing anyway, or you don’t fully understand why you react the way you do.
These behaviors aren’t random. They often develop in response to trauma, stress, or experiences that shaped how you learned to cope.
I specialize in helping individuals become more curious about their inner world so they can understand these patterns, respond differently, and ultimately feel more grounded and in control.
Do you find yourself acting in ways that don’t align with who you are?
Maybe you’ve said you’ll stop doing something, only to find yourself continuing anyway, or you don’t fully understand why you react the way you do.
These behaviors aren’t random. They often develop in response to trauma, stress, or experiences that shaped how you learned to cope.
I specialize in helping individuals become more curious about their inner world so they can understand these patterns, respond differently, and ultimately feel more grounded and in control.
As a first responder in my previous career, I enjoy working with first responders, military, and other frontline workers (and their family members) who's mental health needs are often overlooked.
I received my Master of Social Work (MSW) in Disaster and Collective Trauma from Tulane University, where I honed my skills in treating anxiety, depression, grief, and PTSD. I have also had in-depth training in trauma-informed care, ACT, CBT, IFS, and EFIT. I am currently pursuing training in CBT-I for insomnia and CBT-N for nightmares, among several others.
As a first responder in my previous career, I enjoy working with first responders, military, and other frontline workers (and their family members) who's mental health needs are often overlooked.
I received my Master of Social Work (MSW) in Disaster and Collective Trauma from Tulane University, where I honed my skills in treating anxiety, depression, grief, and PTSD. I have also had in-depth training in trauma-informed care, ACT, CBT, IFS, and EFIT. I am currently pursuing training in CBT-I for insomnia and CBT-N for nightmares, among several others.
Many of the people I support hold high-stress or mission-driven roles in law enforcement, the military, and emergency response, while others face quieter but equally significant disruptions to identity, relationships, or sense of direction.
My work is trauma-informed and grounded in evidence-based approaches, including EMDR and attachment-focused counseling. Together, we focus on reducing the ongoing effects of distressing experiences, strengthening emotional regulation, and clarifying relationships, values, and next steps. Counseling is collaborative, paced carefully, and tailored to you.
Many of the people I support hold high-stress or mission-driven roles in law enforcement, the military, and emergency response, while others face quieter but equally significant disruptions to identity, relationships, or sense of direction.
My work is trauma-informed and grounded in evidence-based approaches, including EMDR and attachment-focused counseling. Together, we focus on reducing the ongoing effects of distressing experiences, strengthening emotional regulation, and clarifying relationships, values, and next steps. Counseling is collaborative, paced carefully, and tailored to you.
I enjoy working with clients facing issues such as generalized anxiety, college stress and transitions, relationship conflict, military life challenges, pregnancy/postpartum issues, healthcare worker burnout, and infertility among others.
Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming—especially when you’ve spent much of your life taking care of others. I bring a calm, grounded, and deeply compassionate approach to therapy, shaped by my background as a former ER nurse and my training as a trauma-informed, EMDR-informed clinician. I’m very down to earth and relatable, and I believe healing doesn’t have to feel stiff or overly clinical.
I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, and communication issues. I have a particular passion for supporting healthcare professionals who are burned out, overwhelmed, or carrying more than they were ever meant to hold.
I enjoy working with clients facing issues such as generalized anxiety, college stress and transitions, relationship conflict, military life challenges, pregnancy/postpartum issues, healthcare worker burnout, and infertility among others.
Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming—especially when you’ve spent much of your life taking care of others. I bring a calm, grounded, and deeply compassionate approach to therapy, shaped by my background as a former ER nurse and my training as a trauma-informed, EMDR-informed clinician. I’m very down to earth and relatable, and I believe healing doesn’t have to feel stiff or overly clinical.
I work with adults and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, and communication issues. I have a particular passion for supporting healthcare professionals who are burned out, overwhelmed, or carrying more than they were ever meant to hold.
Do you feel weighed down by trauma, anxiety, or the constant pressure to hold everything together? Whether you’re a caregiver, parent, student, or professional, carrying invisible wounds can feel exhausting and isolating. You don’t have to face it alone. Here, you’ll find a safe and compassionate space where your healing truly matters. I specialize in helping people recover from trauma and anxiety using a holistic, brain-based, and faith-sensitive approach that honors the whole person including your mind, body, and spirit.
Do you feel weighed down by trauma, anxiety, or the constant pressure to hold everything together? Whether you’re a caregiver, parent, student, or professional, carrying invisible wounds can feel exhausting and isolating. You don’t have to face it alone. Here, you’ll find a safe and compassionate space where your healing truly matters. I specialize in helping people recover from trauma and anxiety using a holistic, brain-based, and faith-sensitive approach that honors the whole person including your mind, body, and spirit.
Trauma Recovery Collective TRC is a transformative group therapy practice dedicated to supporting individuals on their healing journey. We honor the many layers of trauma-complex, developmental, cultural, generational, legislative, and vicarious-understanding that healing requires a holistic, mind-body approach.
In addition to trauma, we address depression, anxiety, body image concerns, mood disturbances, and unhelpful patterns. TRC provides a safe, compassionate space for growth, resilience, and well-being, empowering clients to heal, thrive, and reclaim their strength.
Trauma Recovery Collective TRC is a transformative group therapy practice dedicated to supporting individuals on their healing journey. We honor the many layers of trauma-complex, developmental, cultural, generational, legislative, and vicarious-understanding that healing requires a holistic, mind-body approach.
In addition to trauma, we address depression, anxiety, body image concerns, mood disturbances, and unhelpful patterns. TRC provides a safe, compassionate space for growth, resilience, and well-being, empowering clients to heal, thrive, and reclaim their strength.
I take an individualized approach in working with my clients by providing a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere where growth, self-exploration and positive change can occur. I strongly believe you have the skills needed to fulfill life goals and overcome challenges; but sometimes a guide is needed to address patterns of behaviors and problematic thinking that may serve as barriers. Therapy isn't just for moments of crisis—it’s about finding balance and thriving. In addition to individual counseling in North Carolina and South Carolina; I am also licensed to offer clinical supervision to associate counselors in North Carolina.
I take an individualized approach in working with my clients by providing a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere where growth, self-exploration and positive change can occur. I strongly believe you have the skills needed to fulfill life goals and overcome challenges; but sometimes a guide is needed to address patterns of behaviors and problematic thinking that may serve as barriers. Therapy isn't just for moments of crisis—it’s about finding balance and thriving. In addition to individual counseling in North Carolina and South Carolina; I am also licensed to offer clinical supervision to associate counselors in North Carolina.
Individuals and couples struggling with creating meaning, living with more purpose and intention, anxiety, communication, and relationship challenges often feel stuck or disconnected. They often come to my office to seek clarity, connection, and tools to navigate life’s complexities, aiming to heal past wounds and build stronger bonds. My goal is to help you reconnect, manage symptoms, and foster resilience through tailored, evidence-based care.
Individuals and couples struggling with creating meaning, living with more purpose and intention, anxiety, communication, and relationship challenges often feel stuck or disconnected. They often come to my office to seek clarity, connection, and tools to navigate life’s complexities, aiming to heal past wounds and build stronger bonds. My goal is to help you reconnect, manage symptoms, and foster resilience through tailored, evidence-based care.
If you’ve been carrying the weight of a difficult past—struggling with family issues, trauma, or feeling stuck—you’re not alone. Whether it’s navigating strained relationships, unresolved childhood stress, or feeling like your past is holding you back, therapy can help you move forward. Many of my clients are millennials who’ve experienced tough family dynamics, emotional abuse, or a sense of disconnection from their true selves. You deserve a space where you can heal, grow, and start living more intentionally.
If you’ve been carrying the weight of a difficult past—struggling with family issues, trauma, or feeling stuck—you’re not alone. Whether it’s navigating strained relationships, unresolved childhood stress, or feeling like your past is holding you back, therapy can help you move forward. Many of my clients are millennials who’ve experienced tough family dynamics, emotional abuse, or a sense of disconnection from their true selves. You deserve a space where you can heal, grow, and start living more intentionally.
Welcome, reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable, and I want you to know how brave it is to take this step! I specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing struggles related to trauma histories, with a specialty in sexual assault/violence/abuse; victims of violent crime, anxiety, self-esteem/self-compassion, personality disorders, self-harm, family relationships, family attachment trauma, coping skills, and boundary setting. I also see teens and adults who are struggling with trauma, self injurious behaviors, and suicidality.
Welcome, reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable, and I want you to know how brave it is to take this step! I specialize in working with individuals who are experiencing struggles related to trauma histories, with a specialty in sexual assault/violence/abuse; victims of violent crime, anxiety, self-esteem/self-compassion, personality disorders, self-harm, family relationships, family attachment trauma, coping skills, and boundary setting. I also see teens and adults who are struggling with trauma, self injurious behaviors, and suicidality.
Kristy | Introspection Counseling Center LLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in working with adults who may be struggling with day to day life problems. Whether it’s managing symptoms of anxiety, trauma, depression, or navigating significant life decisions, you will gain the support and guidance you need. My ideal client is someone who has the capacity for self-awareness and is motivated to make positive changes in their life. Life can be overwhelming, and it’s not uncommon to feel less than satisfied in certain areas—be it at home, work, school, or within your social circles. However, help is possible when you implement the right skills!
I specialize in working with adults who may be struggling with day to day life problems. Whether it’s managing symptoms of anxiety, trauma, depression, or navigating significant life decisions, you will gain the support and guidance you need. My ideal client is someone who has the capacity for self-awareness and is motivated to make positive changes in their life. Life can be overwhelming, and it’s not uncommon to feel less than satisfied in certain areas—be it at home, work, school, or within your social circles. However, help is possible when you implement the right skills!
Imagine having a therapist who not only has over 25 years of experience but who also views his profession as an art form. Inspired by my grandfather, an artist who faced his own mental health challenges, I’ve embraced his belief that true artistry involves working with your hands, mind, and heart. This philosophy shapes my therapeutic practice, allowing us to approach each session with dedication, creativity and care.
Imagine having a therapist who not only has over 25 years of experience but who also views his profession as an art form. Inspired by my grandfather, an artist who faced his own mental health challenges, I’ve embraced his belief that true artistry involves working with your hands, mind, and heart. This philosophy shapes my therapeutic practice, allowing us to approach each session with dedication, creativity and care.
Jana Bedini
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHC-A, NCC
2 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27615
As humans, we are on a journey that is filled with ups, downs, and experiences that continue to paint our masterpiece called life. Whether you are experiencing a personal hardship or trying to support a loved one who is, you are courageous to have searched for a path of change.Thank you for your bravery, the effort it takes to reach out does not go unnoticed here.Together we can work through difficult feelings you are facing and move through hardships that may be intruding on your peace and happiness.
I draw from elements of the Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Expressive Arts Therapy.
As humans, we are on a journey that is filled with ups, downs, and experiences that continue to paint our masterpiece called life. Whether you are experiencing a personal hardship or trying to support a loved one who is, you are courageous to have searched for a path of change.Thank you for your bravery, the effort it takes to reach out does not go unnoticed here.Together we can work through difficult feelings you are facing and move through hardships that may be intruding on your peace and happiness.
I draw from elements of the Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Expressive Arts Therapy.
I am currently accepting new clients in NC with Lifeologie! I believe in creating a judgement free, empathetic, and safe space where clients can feel empowered to achieve their goals and feel like themselves again. My ideal client are those who are ready for change, and want to learn new behaviors and coping skills. Everyone has the potential to improve and better their lives, and with my help, I can get you there.
I have experience working with teens, young adults, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, LGBTQ+ concerns, and neurodivergence.
I am currently accepting new clients in NC with Lifeologie! I believe in creating a judgement free, empathetic, and safe space where clients can feel empowered to achieve their goals and feel like themselves again. My ideal client are those who are ready for change, and want to learn new behaviors and coping skills. Everyone has the potential to improve and better their lives, and with my help, I can get you there.
I have experience working with teens, young adults, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, LGBTQ+ concerns, and neurodivergence.
I've learned that being your star player isn’t easy, but it’s worth it. When life is lifing—bills, kids, and responsibilities piling up it’s easy to slip into autopilot without even realizing it. And somewhere in all of that, there’s You. I specialize supporting the energy you bring, helping you slow down and show up in wholeness - without guilt, remorse or worry. Together, we uncover that unspoken space within and firmly build from where you are today. I work with those navigating identity, anxiety, loss, depression, grief, and life transitions who are seeking more stillness, peace, clarity, and balance. Grab a seat and let's talk!
I've learned that being your star player isn’t easy, but it’s worth it. When life is lifing—bills, kids, and responsibilities piling up it’s easy to slip into autopilot without even realizing it. And somewhere in all of that, there’s You. I specialize supporting the energy you bring, helping you slow down and show up in wholeness - without guilt, remorse or worry. Together, we uncover that unspoken space within and firmly build from where you are today. I work with those navigating identity, anxiety, loss, depression, grief, and life transitions who are seeking more stillness, peace, clarity, and balance. Grab a seat and let's talk!
I used evidenced-based practices and specialize in grief/loss, military-separation, anxiety, and depression.
Welcome, I am happy you are here!
I see individuals (ages 13+) and couples for counseling, and provide a non-judgmental and inclusive setting for therapy. Counseling goals are tailored to each client. Previous client's have reported that they better understand the reasoning behind their behaviors, use more healthy coping skills, and feel ready to live their most authentic lives.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia. I received my Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision in 2023, and my M.A. in School Counseling in 2007.
I used evidenced-based practices and specialize in grief/loss, military-separation, anxiety, and depression.
Welcome, I am happy you are here!
I see individuals (ages 13+) and couples for counseling, and provide a non-judgmental and inclusive setting for therapy. Counseling goals are tailored to each client. Previous client's have reported that they better understand the reasoning behind their behaviors, use more healthy coping skills, and feel ready to live their most authentic lives.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia. I received my Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision in 2023, and my M.A. in School Counseling in 2007.
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Why is mental health important for first responders?
As part of their work, first responders are often exposed to high levels of stress, trauma, and physical injury that can put them at a greater risk for serious mental health conditions than the general population. Conditions like PTSD, anxiety, substance use, and depression are more common in first responders, which can greatly reduce quality of life and lead to burnout, sleep disruption, and even suicidal thoughts. Therapy can offer an opportunity for first responders to process difficult on-the-job experiences and develop coping skills to better manage any mental health symptoms they may experience.
How can first responders get access to mental health support?
Many first responders can access therapy for free or at a very low cost through their employer, such as through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Workplaces may also offer or have referral recommendations for support groups, where first responders can meet with others in their profession to receive support. Individuals who would like to access mental health services outside of their employer may use their insurance benefits to see a therapist, which they can find by searching for therapists online or asking for recommendations from their primary care physician.
What type of therapy is best for first responders?
The best therapy approach depends on the mental health concerns of the client. Since many first responders struggle with trauma or PTSD, they may benefit from trauma-specific therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, Exposure Therapy, or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Individuals with symptoms of anxiety, depression, or stress may alternatively benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or mindfulness-based therapeutic approaches, which can help clients develop coping skills to manage distressing thoughts.
Can therapy for first responders help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in both treating and preventing trauma and PTSD in first responders. Typically, therapy for trauma and PTSD focuses on developing stress management skills and managing intrusive or unwanted thoughts. Therapists working with first responders often help clients strengthen their relationships and reduce harmful coping mechanisms, such as excessive substance use. Additionally, therapists assist first responders in establishing daily habits that support overall mental and physical health and enhance resilience to future stress, such as regular physical exercise, mindfulness practices, and improved eating habits.