Spirituality Therapists in Raleigh, NC

SOME AVAILABILITY FOR NEW SUPERVISEES. I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in relationship issues, life transitions, spiritual issues, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, women's issues, and recovery from trauma or abuse. I take a relational approach to my work, as I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a key tool to building change. As clients build a healthy therapeutic relationship, they learn to live more healthfully in their relationships outside of therapy. I strive to be authentic, warm & nurturing as a therapist, & I will work with you to individualize your therapy to meet your needs.

To me, therapy is the art of being a sojourner with my clients in their most challenging periods of life. Life is hard, as I learned too early in my own life. I know what it is like to suffer, and I also know what it is like to seek help, be honest and vulnerable in therapy, take steps towards change, and slowly recover and heal from unbearable pain. I was fortunate to have people who were with me in my pain, and I learned to do the same for others. We don’t need to do it alone. Unfortunately, the community is hard to find in a fast-paced, individualistic culture, so therapy is an especially good place to start safe relations.

If you have never been in therapy before, it can feel a bit overwhelming and you may not know what to expect. If you have been in therapy before, this experience may be different than your previous experience. My specialties include spirituality /faith in therapy, anxiety and depression in children and adults, young adult/college students' transitions, trauma, relationship issues, pre-marital, clergy/spouse/congregation difficulties in the ministry, life transitions, grief/loss, and compassion fatigue.

What do I do for a living? I meet with people and talk about the most intimate aspect of their lives. It's not a bad job and I love the work I get to do. While I often draw from a variety of psychological techniques, I am firmly rooted in psychodynamic/psychoanalytic theory which is a really fancy way of saying I believe authentic relationships bring about sincere change in people. As such, I work hard to create a trusting, comfortable space to help clients explore their goals and experience sincere growth.

Life can be difficult. We all face challenges, whether it's dealing with a difficult situation at work, going through a tough break-up, or coping with the death of a loved one. It can be hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel when we're facing these challenges. But there is help available. I’m dedicated to assisting you with your life goals and helping you find a healthy way to process your past traumas to live out your best future. By utilizing an eclectic approach to therapy, I aim to provide a safe and supportive space where I can collaborate to help you reach your desired goals.

We enjoy working with clients who seek to engage their spiritual questions and challenges in the midst of the therapeutic journey. Our clients come from a variety of life histories and family backgrounds, but share in common a desire to discover a more hopeful perspective on life, while exercising specific skills and practices to make hope concrete on a daily basis. Our therapists are accustomed to mutual collaboration to serve the needs of children, adolescents, and their families in one setting.

My theory of counseling is that people have specific behaviors they would like to change, which are caused by our irrational, self-defeating beliefs learned from earlier life experiences. My goal will be to assist with change of the irrational and self-defeating beliefs to change undesired behaviors and circumstances. Counseling is a personal exploration that leads to major changes in your life perspectives and decisions. These changes may affect significant relationships and understanding of yourself. Some of these life changes could be temporarily distressing. Together we will work to achieve the best possible results for you.

Life can be challenging. And right now, in some ways, it seems even harder. Having trouble figuring out where to go next? Start here. Many people hesitate to get started with counseling because taking that first step can be hard. Yet, being stuck in life or continuing in a dysfunctional situation is much harder. Today is a good day to start in a different direction with a more hopeful future.

You deserve to live an authentic life. Because you are here exploring therapy, you are being called to take the courageous journey within your inner realms to transform the trauma & pain that holds you back from living a more fulfilling and heart-centered life. Therapy can support you in creating a life that truly embodies the words of Maya Angelou because you deserve “..not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” Intentions set in therapy often focus on improving self-regulation, strengthening one’s sense of self, & enhancing one’s overall state of well-being.

Are you struggling with self esteem, guilt and shame, grief, substance use, depression or anxiety? Do you need help developing healthy coping strategies and exploring self-defeating thoughts and behaviors? Are you struggling with making the changes that you want in your life? If so, I would be a good therapist to help you work through these issues and develop a plan of action to achieve your goals. Making changes can be challenging when trying to accomplish on your own. Working with me, we can face these challenges and walk along the path of healing together.

I provide psychotherapy and coaching for adults and adolescents. Prior to becoming a therapist, I worked extensively in non-profit leadership and real estate development. I now operate my own therapy practice supporting people in living purposeful, joy-filled lives. I desire to help people connect more deeply with others and more deeply with God. I support people wrestling with a variety of issues and utilize a range of clinical approaches. I am anchored in a relational orientation, viewing the relationship between client and therapist as central to creating change.

I'm here to meet you where you are today. Being human involves understanding how to process experiences with unresolved thoughts and emotions. My job is being present with you in your humanness, to help you understand where you are, where you've come from, and where you want to go. I can offer you and/or your partner a sounding board and safe space to help you navigate being a human, one who is learning how to relate to yourself, others, your environment, and your spirituality .

As a therapist and fellow “in-progress” human I believe that we are all constantly growing and changing through many seasons. Some seasons can feel like they last a lifetime, but no matter how difficult the season or how long it sticks around, I believe no one is without hope. I strive to instill that hope and confidence in you and create a space where you feel comfortable navigating tough questions, big emotions, and difficult situations.

Reaching out for help and support can feel scary, but I believe it is one of the most courageous things an individual can do! I would be honored to be a support for you. I love working with college students, young adults, and women facing a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, family-of-origin issues, stress, self-compassion, codependency, faith concerns, identity issues, and relationship difficulties. I am able to integrate spirituality into counseling upon client request.

Hi you can call me Jas! I am here to listen, encourage, support, and guide you with everyday life challenges. It's no secret that our circumstances can indeed impact the mind, body, and spirit in a negative or positive manner. I am best suited for clients experiencing many obstacles, which include: grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, self esteem, spirituality , and school issues. However, I will do my best to accommodate your individual needs. My goal is to help you develop the skills you need to make a difference in how you view, cope, and solve the issues you may be facing right now.

Life can be full of twists and turns; sometimes we need help navigating them. I would be honored to support you on your journey and collaborate with you in working towards your own unique needs and goals. I provide therapy to adolescents, adults, and couples with primary focuses in anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, eating disorders, body image concerns, women’s issues, relationship issues, spirituality , work and life transitions. My work with couples draws from the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy. I take a holistic approach that considers the whole person when addressing mental health concerns.

You are the author of your story and can use your unique strengths to work through challenging issues. I enjoy working with individuals and families and my areas of expertise include but are not limited to: women’s issues, LGBTQ+, anxiety, depression, addiction, spirituality , trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, life transitions, and support for caregivers of individuals with physical/intellectual disabilities and mental health issues. As a parent and caregiver, I understand the unique needs and struggles of full-time caregivers and the supports they need.

Hi, I'm Debra. I know that it takes courage to consider counseling. I'm a first generation college graduate. It took courage for me to return to school later in life and change my career in order to be a force for good in my community. So I understand making difficult decisions. Here are the issues that I specialize in: Loss of a Loved One, Sadness, Depression, Overthinking, Nervousness/Anxiety, ADHD, Behavior Issues in Kids, Stress, Low Self-Esteem, Spirituality , Childhood or Adult Trauma, Adult Child of Alcoholics, Alcohol/Substance Use. I enjoy working with children and adults. I also provide Christian Counseling at your request.

I provide a space for clients to explore their questions, hopes and fears in a non-judgmental environment. I have experience treating children, adolescents and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings facing a wide range of diagnoses and difficulties including anxiety, depression, ADHD, women's issues, grief and loss, parenting struggles, and life transitions. I operate from a psychodynamic perspective, using the therapist-client relationship as an agent for change. I also incorporate cognitive-behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, play therapy, and structural family therapy approaches as needed.