Therapists in Durham, NC
Are you going through a transition in your career, relationships, family? You're a leader, but feel uncertain. Perhaps you don't like your job, but are afraid to rock the boat. Are you retiring and don't know what's next? Maybe you are leaving, starting, or struggling in a relationship and want to do it "right" this time. All Transitions have stages we need to address. Our past experiences create our lenses of fear or excitement about the future. Knowing your old patterns will help you to create the life YOU want now. We can work 1-1, with a partner, a team or a family to see the old patterns and create new, successful ones.
Are you going through a transition in your career, relationships, family? You're a leader, but feel uncertain. Perhaps you don't like your job, but are afraid to rock the boat. Are you retiring and don't know what's next? Maybe you are leaving, starting, or struggling in a relationship and want to do it "right" this time. All Transitions have stages we need to address. Our past experiences create our lenses of fear or excitement about the future. Knowing your old patterns will help you to create the life YOU want now. We can work 1-1, with a partner, a team or a family to see the old patterns and create new, successful ones.
CAS Counseling Psychotherapy Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, CEDS, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
You've hit a wall. You want to feel better. You deserve to feel better! You found CAS. Our Experts can help! We are a therapy practice of Eating Disorder Specialists who can help you heal your relationship with food, weight, body image obsession, depression, anxiety, perinatal and postpartum challenges, relationship difficulties, and trauma. As the longest standing specialty practice in the state, we offer you a team of highly trained clinicians to guide you on your journey. You are not alone anymore! www.cascounseling.com/contact/
You've hit a wall. You want to feel better. You deserve to feel better! You found CAS. Our Experts can help! We are a therapy practice of Eating Disorder Specialists who can help you heal your relationship with food, weight, body image obsession, depression, anxiety, perinatal and postpartum challenges, relationship difficulties, and trauma. As the longest standing specialty practice in the state, we offer you a team of highly trained clinicians to guide you on your journey. You are not alone anymore! www.cascounseling.com/contact/
My name is Kristin Doyle (she/her) & I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) working as an outpatient therapist at Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Sociology from Simmons University & my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Social Work. As a queer person of color, I am deeply committed to creating spaces that are LGBTQIA+ affirming & anti-racist. I know how important these spaces are, & how difficult they can be to access. I provide individual psychotherapy to adults and have six years of clinical experience.
My name is Kristin Doyle (she/her) & I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) working as an outpatient therapist at Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Sociology from Simmons University & my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the UNC-Chapel Hill School of Social Work. As a queer person of color, I am deeply committed to creating spaces that are LGBTQIA+ affirming & anti-racist. I know how important these spaces are, & how difficult they can be to access. I provide individual psychotherapy to adults and have six years of clinical experience.
You're used to being smart enough to figure things out, but this thing has you stumped. Maybe you're spending more time than you'd like thinking about that thing in your past. Maybe your relationships keep failing in the same way and you're starting to think it might be you (or at least the people you seem to always choose). Maybe you feel like your friends are tired of listening to you vent. Maybe anxiety or sadness is keeping you from doing the things you want to do.
You're used to being smart enough to figure things out, but this thing has you stumped. Maybe you're spending more time than you'd like thinking about that thing in your past. Maybe your relationships keep failing in the same way and you're starting to think it might be you (or at least the people you seem to always choose). Maybe you feel like your friends are tired of listening to you vent. Maybe anxiety or sadness is keeping you from doing the things you want to do.
Waite Psychological & Therapeutic Services, PLLC
Psychological Associate, MA/CAS, LPA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703
Have you or your child been struggling with paying attention, meeting life/school goals, and/or making progress despite being in therapy or taking medication to manage symptoms? Are you looking for answers and recommendations that can help to improve your or your child's success in your relationships, work, home, and/or school? Are you an adult struggling with a transition in life or a parent who is seeking support managing the stressors of being a new parent or raising a child(ren)? We can help! At Waite PTS we are dedicated to helping you identify and achieve goals so that you can live your best life.
Have you or your child been struggling with paying attention, meeting life/school goals, and/or making progress despite being in therapy or taking medication to manage symptoms? Are you looking for answers and recommendations that can help to improve your or your child's success in your relationships, work, home, and/or school? Are you an adult struggling with a transition in life or a parent who is seeking support managing the stressors of being a new parent or raising a child(ren)? We can help! At Waite PTS we are dedicated to helping you identify and achieve goals so that you can live your best life.
Barbara Hodapp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
Are you thinking something needs to change but you’re not sure what? Life can often throw major curveballs and we can be left feeling stuck, frustrated or confused. Other times life is difficult and we beat ourselves up because it seems that everyone else is doing fine. Whether you’re struggling with eating issues, worry that won’t go away, or feeling like every day is a battle, things can change for the better.
Are you thinking something needs to change but you’re not sure what? Life can often throw major curveballs and we can be left feeling stuck, frustrated or confused. Other times life is difficult and we beat ourselves up because it seems that everyone else is doing fine. Whether you’re struggling with eating issues, worry that won’t go away, or feeling like every day is a battle, things can change for the better.
Robin Laurel Armstrong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707 (Online Only)
For the past 19 years, I have worked with individuals, families, and children to improve relationship dynamics, interpersonal effectiveness, and communication skills. Relationships are complicated and it is easy to misunderstand how others perceive our actions. Lived experiences, trauma, and other stressors add to the complications of relating to one another. In my work, I support individuals and families facing multi-faceted challenges to shift into a new way of interacting with partners, children, friends, and co-workers.
For the past 19 years, I have worked with individuals, families, and children to improve relationship dynamics, interpersonal effectiveness, and communication skills. Relationships are complicated and it is easy to misunderstand how others perceive our actions. Lived experiences, trauma, and other stressors add to the complications of relating to one another. In my work, I support individuals and families facing multi-faceted challenges to shift into a new way of interacting with partners, children, friends, and co-workers.
Shivani L. Chudasama
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP, RYT-500
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27704 (Online Only)
I currently have a waitlist. I am a clinical social worker and registered yoga teacher who empowers people using the guiding principles of empathy, curiosity, cultural humility, and collaboration. I take an integrative, somatic, and highly relational approach and work to understand how the intersection of your unique experiences impact today. I remain committed to working with people as they face a range of experiences, including multicultural concerns, oppression, identity exploration, trauma, anxiety, depression, queer/LGB+ concerns, trans and gender identity related concerns, relationship concerns, chronic illness, and grief.
I currently have a waitlist. I am a clinical social worker and registered yoga teacher who empowers people using the guiding principles of empathy, curiosity, cultural humility, and collaboration. I take an integrative, somatic, and highly relational approach and work to understand how the intersection of your unique experiences impact today. I remain committed to working with people as they face a range of experiences, including multicultural concerns, oppression, identity exploration, trauma, anxiety, depression, queer/LGB+ concerns, trans and gender identity related concerns, relationship concerns, chronic illness, and grief.
The counseling process is a partnership. I believe some of life's most difficult moments can be processed and healed through the therapeutic relationship. Whether you are in a hard life transition, dealing with chronic anxiety, or working on a challenging relationship, counseling can be the vehicle to help get you to the other side. I seek to build a compassionate, safe relationship with you so that we can work together to explore what’s happening in your life. Our team strives to support you in the way that you need, while providing comprehensive services based on evidence based modalities.
The counseling process is a partnership. I believe some of life's most difficult moments can be processed and healed through the therapeutic relationship. Whether you are in a hard life transition, dealing with chronic anxiety, or working on a challenging relationship, counseling can be the vehicle to help get you to the other side. I seek to build a compassionate, safe relationship with you so that we can work together to explore what’s happening in your life. Our team strives to support you in the way that you need, while providing comprehensive services based on evidence based modalities.
Kalila Abu-Sharr
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MEd, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
Kali Abu-Sharr is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2016. Kali provides a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to unpack their unique strengths, challenges, and goals. She meets clients where they are and creates opportunities for clients to drive their work. If clients want to discuss, set, and monitor targeted goals, this is one of her specialties Kali is all about setting manageable goals, celebrating successes, and working through barriers and setbacks.
Kali Abu-Sharr is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2016. Kali provides a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to unpack their unique strengths, challenges, and goals. She meets clients where they are and creates opportunities for clients to drive their work. If clients want to discuss, set, and monitor targeted goals, this is one of her specialties Kali is all about setting manageable goals, celebrating successes, and working through barriers and setbacks.
My name is Savannah Corey (she/her) and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I utilize a person-centered approach to meet clients where they are, and believe we are the expert in our own lives. Therapy should be a place where you feel really safe to talk about anything, and I believe that the relationship between a therapist and client is a partnership where all people involved strive to reach the same goals. As a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, I help clients connect thoughts, feelings, or behaviors to "stuck points" in thoughts processes so that negative thoughts can be reframed.
My name is Savannah Corey (she/her) and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I utilize a person-centered approach to meet clients where they are, and believe we are the expert in our own lives. Therapy should be a place where you feel really safe to talk about anything, and I believe that the relationship between a therapist and client is a partnership where all people involved strive to reach the same goals. As a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, I help clients connect thoughts, feelings, or behaviors to "stuck points" in thoughts processes so that negative thoughts can be reframed.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CEDS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
Waitlist for new clients
*Accepting new clients with my associates and candidates for MFT supervision. Please refer to the website for more information* I enjoy working with clients who are stuck. There are several areas in which we all get stuck- whether it’s a relationship, personal pattern of behavior, or societal ideals, I enjoy aligning with clients to find a way through. I strive to strike a balance between being both gentle and firm and believe that balance is what we’re all looking for more of in life.
*Accepting new clients with my associates and candidates for MFT supervision. Please refer to the website for more information* I enjoy working with clients who are stuck. There are several areas in which we all get stuck- whether it’s a relationship, personal pattern of behavior, or societal ideals, I enjoy aligning with clients to find a way through. I strive to strike a balance between being both gentle and firm and believe that balance is what we’re all looking for more of in life.
Sometimes the parts of our lives that promise the most happiness become sources of anxiety, disappointment, or frustration. I am passionate about creating a warm, welcoming space where you can speak openly about these things and be taken seriously. I will invite you to tell your story, to reflect on formative relationships and experiences, and to grow in awareness of current thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors. Together we will set goals related to your challenges, and you will experiment with new skills and ways of thinking to leave you feeling more confident and effective in important roles and relationships.
Sometimes the parts of our lives that promise the most happiness become sources of anxiety, disappointment, or frustration. I am passionate about creating a warm, welcoming space where you can speak openly about these things and be taken seriously. I will invite you to tell your story, to reflect on formative relationships and experiences, and to grow in awareness of current thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors. Together we will set goals related to your challenges, and you will experiment with new skills and ways of thinking to leave you feeling more confident and effective in important roles and relationships.
I specialize in intricate differential diagnostics for neurodevelopmental disorders including autism spectrum, attention-deficit/hyperactivity, and learning disorders assisting individuals and their families to gain clarity and insight. My specialties include nuanced autism profiles, including those often referred to as high-functioning or those assigned female at birth, and complex cognitive and behavioral profiles.
I specialize in intricate differential diagnostics for neurodevelopmental disorders including autism spectrum, attention-deficit/hyperactivity, and learning disorders assisting individuals and their families to gain clarity and insight. My specialties include nuanced autism profiles, including those often referred to as high-functioning or those assigned female at birth, and complex cognitive and behavioral profiles.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, and challenging life transitions. Is this experience impacting the meaningful connections you want make with family and friends in your community. Do you feel frustrated, lost, and emotionally exhausted from your efforts to keep up appearances. Do feel that your life should be more fulfilling? People feel overwhelmed and uncertain about careers, family dynamics ,college experiences, and school issues at times. Finding your place in life can be difficult, let me help you build useful copings skills to create the life you want for yourself.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, and challenging life transitions. Is this experience impacting the meaningful connections you want make with family and friends in your community. Do you feel frustrated, lost, and emotionally exhausted from your efforts to keep up appearances. Do feel that your life should be more fulfilling? People feel overwhelmed and uncertain about careers, family dynamics ,college experiences, and school issues at times. Finding your place in life can be difficult, let me help you build useful copings skills to create the life you want for yourself.
Kamala L Uzzell
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713
Not accepting new clients
Do you desire to lead a happier and more fulfilled life? Have you experienced a loss or trauma? If so, I'd like to help you. With over 20 years of counseling experience, I am a national board certified, licensed therapist with specialties in depression, PTSD, anxiety, and relationship issues.
Do you desire to lead a happier and more fulfilled life? Have you experienced a loss or trauma? If so, I'd like to help you. With over 20 years of counseling experience, I am a national board certified, licensed therapist with specialties in depression, PTSD, anxiety, and relationship issues.
Nancy Kent
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC-S, CCTP
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713 (Online Only)
I've always wanted to incorporate animals into therapeutic activities. My family has all rescues and I’ve volunteered with APS of Durham for over 10 years. Animal assisted therapy is generally done with the therapist's personal animal. My pre-Covid sessions were typically in home with you and your pet, developing more connection and emotional support. I moved my small practice to tele-health but try to be available and flexible to meet when you need. It’s also important that the therapy is a fit for what you need and you can be yourself. I’m building a therapy space in Hendersonville early 2025 for in person sessions.
I've always wanted to incorporate animals into therapeutic activities. My family has all rescues and I’ve volunteered with APS of Durham for over 10 years. Animal assisted therapy is generally done with the therapist's personal animal. My pre-Covid sessions were typically in home with you and your pet, developing more connection and emotional support. I moved my small practice to tele-health but try to be available and flexible to meet when you need. It’s also important that the therapy is a fit for what you need and you can be yourself. I’m building a therapy space in Hendersonville early 2025 for in person sessions.
The struggles young adults and teens have these days are unique. The pressure of school, identity, friends, work, family, the world as it is - overwhelming! Trying to find someone who you can trust, will listen, and knows what you've been through is tough. But, imagine being able to share exactly what you are thinking and feeling, knowing your words are sacred and safe. Together with my clients, we find methods to navigate challenging relationships and learn to succeed in school or work. From ADHD struggles to disconnected friendships or strained family dynamics, I've got you covered and I've been there!
The struggles young adults and teens have these days are unique. The pressure of school, identity, friends, work, family, the world as it is - overwhelming! Trying to find someone who you can trust, will listen, and knows what you've been through is tough. But, imagine being able to share exactly what you are thinking and feeling, knowing your words are sacred and safe. Together with my clients, we find methods to navigate challenging relationships and learn to succeed in school or work. From ADHD struggles to disconnected friendships or strained family dynamics, I've got you covered and I've been there!
Debbi Camacho-Huntoon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27703 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I work with adults of all ages who find themselves overwhelmed by situations in their lives. The issues might involve end of relationships, serious health conditions, conflict in relationships, and grief. Adults have multiple responsibilities that include earning a living, meeting financial expenses, caring for children and older family members. It is natural that we forget to think about ourselves. We may become irritable, sad, resentful, and tired all the time. We want someone who can listen without judging. We want a therapist who "gets us", who understands our pain, and wants to help us move forward.
I work with adults of all ages who find themselves overwhelmed by situations in their lives. The issues might involve end of relationships, serious health conditions, conflict in relationships, and grief. Adults have multiple responsibilities that include earning a living, meeting financial expenses, caring for children and older family members. It is natural that we forget to think about ourselves. We may become irritable, sad, resentful, and tired all the time. We want someone who can listen without judging. We want a therapist who "gets us", who understands our pain, and wants to help us move forward.
Alan W. Harper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
Sometimes life is hard and you need help coping. Sometimes you get angry and you're not sure why or how to control it. Sometimes bad things happen and you can't get over it the way your friends and family expect you to. Maybe you don't really know what's going on, but you recognize that something isn't right. I want to help you figure out what isn't working in your life and get you to where you want to be.
Sometimes life is hard and you need help coping. Sometimes you get angry and you're not sure why or how to control it. Sometimes bad things happen and you can't get over it the way your friends and family expect you to. Maybe you don't really know what's going on, but you recognize that something isn't right. I want to help you figure out what isn't working in your life and get you to where you want to be.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Durham, NC
1,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Durham, NC who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
77% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Self Esteem |
71% | Stress |
69% | Coping Skills |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
83% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
80% | Aetna |
54% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Durham, NC see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
16% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Durham?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.