Therapists in Durham, NC
Informed by various somatic approaches, therapeutic touch, psychodynamic therapy, relational and family systems, and feminist theory - I am here to support you in returning to your inherent vitality through somatic practices, self-awareness and connection.
Whether you are struggling with navigating the challenges and griefs of this moment, hoping to have a greater sense of ease or purpose, or longing for more connection with a partner or community - I am here to provide support along the way. Bringing warmth and curiosity to my therapeutic relationships, I am committed to creating a therapeutic space in which you can feel seen and welcome. My areas of specialty include relationship issues, trauma, gender and sexuality exploration, chronic illness, grief and life transitions.
Informed by various somatic approaches, therapeutic touch, psychodynamic therapy, relational and family systems, and feminist theory - I am here to support you in returning to your inherent vitality through somatic practices, self-awareness and connection.
Whether you are struggling with navigating the challenges and griefs of this moment, hoping to have a greater sense of ease or purpose, or longing for more connection with a partner or community - I am here to provide support along the way. Bringing warmth and curiosity to my therapeutic relationships, I am committed to creating a therapeutic space in which you can feel seen and welcome. My areas of specialty include relationship issues, trauma, gender and sexuality exploration, chronic illness, grief and life transitions.
Callie Justice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Durham, NC 27705 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The significant influences on my work other than the clients I have worked with over the past 25 years are: intensive training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, a strong backgroup in working with social factors that can impact psychological difficulties such as racism and sexism, and extensive experience with mindfulness-based approaches.
In my practice I focus on helping people to free the present from the long term effects of problematic early life experiences. In psychotherapy, we work to create space for thoughts, feelings, and memories to emerge and to be understood. Understanding supports developing new skills which allow for new and more positive choices to be made based in the present, cleared of the distortions of the past. I offer a brief telephone consultation for potential clients.
The significant influences on my work other than the clients I have worked with over the past 25 years are: intensive training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, a strong backgroup in working with social factors that can impact psychological difficulties such as racism and sexism, and extensive experience with mindfulness-based approaches.
In my practice I focus on helping people to free the present from the long term effects of problematic early life experiences. In psychotherapy, we work to create space for thoughts, feelings, and memories to emerge and to be understood. Understanding supports developing new skills which allow for new and more positive choices to be made based in the present, cleared of the distortions of the past. I offer a brief telephone consultation for potential clients.
I draw from several therapy approaches including relational, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral (CBT), and mindfulness therapies.
I approach therapy as a collaborative partnership. My style is authentic, nonjudgmental, and compassionate. I think therapy should not be some mysterious process so I provide feedback and tools to help you make changes. Together we identify patterns in your life that are no longer working for you and find new ways of living that give you more of what you want. In my practice I offer individual psychotherapy to adults in person and via tele therapy.
I draw from several therapy approaches including relational, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral (CBT), and mindfulness therapies.
I approach therapy as a collaborative partnership. My style is authentic, nonjudgmental, and compassionate. I think therapy should not be some mysterious process so I provide feedback and tools to help you make changes. Together we identify patterns in your life that are no longer working for you and find new ways of living that give you more of what you want. In my practice I offer individual psychotherapy to adults in person and via tele therapy.
Heath Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27701
Waitlist for new clients
Primarily a Gestalt trained therapist, I am social justice oriented and informed by relational, narrative, somatic, trauma informed and psychodynamic theories.
Psychotherapy should be collaborative and flexible, based on you and your specific story. Whether you have been through things in your life that are just coming to the surface or are feeling stuck and struggling to find joy and connection, I can help you gain clarity and find new ways to move through old challenges. Together, we will work toward deepening your connection to your core self and engaging more fully in the life you want. I provide an affirming and supportive space to process family of origin issues, grief, loss, relationship struggles and feelings of worry or anxiety.
Primarily a Gestalt trained therapist, I am social justice oriented and informed by relational, narrative, somatic, trauma informed and psychodynamic theories.
Psychotherapy should be collaborative and flexible, based on you and your specific story. Whether you have been through things in your life that are just coming to the surface or are feeling stuck and struggling to find joy and connection, I can help you gain clarity and find new ways to move through old challenges. Together, we will work toward deepening your connection to your core self and engaging more fully in the life you want. I provide an affirming and supportive space to process family of origin issues, grief, loss, relationship struggles and feelings of worry or anxiety.
Nicole Vengrove Soffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27705
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and provide psychotherapy to adolescents, young adults, and adults. My approach is warm and engaging, curious and authentic. I work collaboratively with my clients and maintain a compassionate and inviting stance. I continue to feel honored to engage in this work and bear witness to such courage and vulnerability. I practice from a relational, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed framework. This means that, together, we will think about how the experiences you have been through in your life have shaped who you are today and how you engage in the world.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and provide psychotherapy to adolescents, young adults, and adults. My approach is warm and engaging, curious and authentic. I work collaboratively with my clients and maintain a compassionate and inviting stance. I continue to feel honored to engage in this work and bear witness to such courage and vulnerability. I practice from a relational, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed framework. This means that, together, we will think about how the experiences you have been through in your life have shaped who you are today and how you engage in the world.
I incorporate both psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral treatment techniques as appropriate.
I believe psychotherapy is a journey a client and therapist embark on together. My role is to help you move toward improved mental health and emotional functioning. We will use interactive self exploration to help you understand the obstacles that may presently be preventing you from achieving your goals. I will help you learn the skills needed to overcome these obstacles. I have effectively helped people cope with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, parenting challenges, and life transition concerns. I am a Christian and incorporate spiritual interventions when appropriate. I am ready to help you too.
I incorporate both psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral treatment techniques as appropriate.
I believe psychotherapy is a journey a client and therapist embark on together. My role is to help you move toward improved mental health and emotional functioning. We will use interactive self exploration to help you understand the obstacles that may presently be preventing you from achieving your goals. I will help you learn the skills needed to overcome these obstacles. I have effectively helped people cope with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, parenting challenges, and life transition concerns. I am a Christian and incorporate spiritual interventions when appropriate. I am ready to help you too.
I use a blend of psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral techniques, tailored to the individual person.
I believe my role as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can talk over your difficulties, and I in turn provide perspective, insight, and creative problem-solving strategies. With over 25 years of experience, I have many therapeutic approaches available. Past clients have told me that they appreciate my ability to listen reflectively but still provide active feedback and ideas that allow them to see a new angle on their problems and begin to change. I can be most helpful with relationship issues and with anxiety and depression. I have particular specialties in helping women with mid-life transition issues.
I use a blend of psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral techniques, tailored to the individual person.
I believe my role as a therapist is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can talk over your difficulties, and I in turn provide perspective, insight, and creative problem-solving strategies. With over 25 years of experience, I have many therapeutic approaches available. Past clients have told me that they appreciate my ability to listen reflectively but still provide active feedback and ideas that allow them to see a new angle on their problems and begin to change. I can be most helpful with relationship issues and with anxiety and depression. I have particular specialties in helping women with mid-life transition issues.
I am committed to providing a safe space in an effort to encourage you to bring all of yourself to therapy. I am supportive and direct. I will advocate for you and challenge you to be curious about your own lens. Therapy is hard work; humor is central to this process. We can all benefit from being more playful and taking ourselves less seriously. I integrate several orientations, including psychodynamic theory, cognitive behavioral techniques, and mindfulness practices—depending on your needs. I will meet you on your own terms and we will make sense together.
I am committed to providing a safe space in an effort to encourage you to bring all of yourself to therapy. I am supportive and direct. I will advocate for you and challenge you to be curious about your own lens. Therapy is hard work; humor is central to this process. We can all benefit from being more playful and taking ourselves less seriously. I integrate several orientations, including psychodynamic theory, cognitive behavioral techniques, and mindfulness practices—depending on your needs. I will meet you on your own terms and we will make sense together.
We are a group practice of psychiatric medication management providers, psychologists, behavioral health providers and cultural workers working to provide inclusive, culturally responsive psychiatric medication management, psychological assessment support and counseling care and support.
We are a group practice of psychiatric medication management providers, psychologists, behavioral health providers and cultural workers working to provide inclusive, culturally responsive psychiatric medication management, psychological assessment support and counseling care and support.
Ashley J De Verteuil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27705 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You feel sad and can't stop crying?You wake up with a heaviness in your chest, or have thoughts that make you feel like something must be wrong? You're angry, irritable, and can't seem to feel happy? You're tired, overwhelmed and overworked? You're having issues with family, or you're struggling in your marriage? You're a new mom, struggling to adjust to motherhood? You're struggling to become a mom but the journey has been difficult. You have a hard time taking care of yourself and putting your needs first? Then you've reached the right therapist to assist you in finding the peace, happiness, and balance that you seek.
You feel sad and can't stop crying?You wake up with a heaviness in your chest, or have thoughts that make you feel like something must be wrong? You're angry, irritable, and can't seem to feel happy? You're tired, overwhelmed and overworked? You're having issues with family, or you're struggling in your marriage? You're a new mom, struggling to adjust to motherhood? You're struggling to become a mom but the journey has been difficult. You have a hard time taking care of yourself and putting your needs first? Then you've reached the right therapist to assist you in finding the peace, happiness, and balance that you seek.
Clare A Stadlen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
You deserve to feel better and we can help. For 30 years CAS Counseling has helped people recover from eating disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and struggles with food, weight, body image, and disordered eating. We see your challenges and we can help you understand, heal, and unlock the door to your best life. You may have forgotten your true self or your sparkle may be a faint memory. With the right help, you can have it back - but better! You are worth the care. You've waited long enough and we're here to help you Now.
You deserve to feel better and we can help. For 30 years CAS Counseling has helped people recover from eating disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and struggles with food, weight, body image, and disordered eating. We see your challenges and we can help you understand, heal, and unlock the door to your best life. You may have forgotten your true self or your sparkle may be a faint memory. With the right help, you can have it back - but better! You are worth the care. You've waited long enough and we're here to help you Now.
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Bull City Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707
Bull City Counseling stands out in our community by providing quality care in an environment where you matter. Our clinicians offer caring and competent services to individuals that want help connecting with peace and hope, gaining self-confidence, and discovering their best selves.
Bull City Counseling stands out in our community by providing quality care in an environment where you matter. Our clinicians offer caring and competent services to individuals that want help connecting with peace and hope, gaining self-confidence, and discovering their best selves.
Ellis J Graham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27713 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing loss of emotional connection in your relationship? Is that lack of connection leading to loss of interest in physical intimacy? Or, perhaps communication with your partner feels like you are gridlocked in the same argument over and over? Using The Gottman Method, I work with couples who are striving to rebuild their connection, improve their communication, and manage conflict. I can help you develop tools for deeper, richer emotional connections.
Are you experiencing loss of emotional connection in your relationship? Is that lack of connection leading to loss of interest in physical intimacy? Or, perhaps communication with your partner feels like you are gridlocked in the same argument over and over? Using The Gottman Method, I work with couples who are striving to rebuild their connection, improve their communication, and manage conflict. I can help you develop tools for deeper, richer emotional connections.
When your thoughts or actions do not match your feelings, or you find that certain relationships are a problem, it could be time to explore what hidden patterns might be impacting your life. Because you are always in relationship to those in your world, whether family, work, or with a significant other; it is important to find ways to calm overwhelming emotions, overcome negative feelings, develop effective communication skills and discover the real issues in your life. In a non-invasive therapy environment, together we will build permanent resources to support you in being who you truly want to be.
When your thoughts or actions do not match your feelings, or you find that certain relationships are a problem, it could be time to explore what hidden patterns might be impacting your life. Because you are always in relationship to those in your world, whether family, work, or with a significant other; it is important to find ways to calm overwhelming emotions, overcome negative feelings, develop effective communication skills and discover the real issues in your life. In a non-invasive therapy environment, together we will build permanent resources to support you in being who you truly want to be.
I am passionate about supporting people who range in age from early childhood through adulthood. My background in child psychology informs my work with adults as well, as I am always considering how a person's developmental path and early relationships have shaped them. In therapy, I strive to bring empathy, warmth, and humor to the process. You can expect me to be curious about and accepting of your experiences as I support you in actively working towards change. I am sensitive to issues related to disability, immigration, and non-traditional forms of family building, and welcome all to my practice.
I am passionate about supporting people who range in age from early childhood through adulthood. My background in child psychology informs my work with adults as well, as I am always considering how a person's developmental path and early relationships have shaped them. In therapy, I strive to bring empathy, warmth, and humor to the process. You can expect me to be curious about and accepting of your experiences as I support you in actively working towards change. I am sensitive to issues related to disability, immigration, and non-traditional forms of family building, and welcome all to my practice.
Rachael E. Massell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27705
I am dedicated to partnering with people who want more: more peace, more meaning, more love, more depth, more space, more insight, or more of you're-not-quite-sure-yet. We might be a great fit if you consider yourself a highly sensitive person (HSP), want to work through disordered eating or body image issues using a Health at Every Size (HAES) and Intuitive Eating approach, are an early career therapist or other helping professional wanting to build out a sustainable professional foundation for yourself and avoid or heal burnout, or know you benefit from working with a therapist operating from an anti-oppressive lens.
I am dedicated to partnering with people who want more: more peace, more meaning, more love, more depth, more space, more insight, or more of you're-not-quite-sure-yet. We might be a great fit if you consider yourself a highly sensitive person (HSP), want to work through disordered eating or body image issues using a Health at Every Size (HAES) and Intuitive Eating approach, are an early career therapist or other helping professional wanting to build out a sustainable professional foundation for yourself and avoid or heal burnout, or know you benefit from working with a therapist operating from an anti-oppressive lens.
Melodie Winter
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MEd, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27705 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients. I provide EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based solutions grounded in a non-judgmental, compassionate approach to therapy. I work with folks experiencing anxiety and depression, burnout (the professional kind, and also the marital/relationship and parenting kind), grief and overwhelm, and issues specifically related to the female experience, including infertility, IVF, perinatal and postpartum concerns, and hormone-related mood changes. I also have a niche specialty in working with friends and family of alcoholics.
Accepting new clients. I provide EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based solutions grounded in a non-judgmental, compassionate approach to therapy. I work with folks experiencing anxiety and depression, burnout (the professional kind, and also the marital/relationship and parenting kind), grief and overwhelm, and issues specifically related to the female experience, including infertility, IVF, perinatal and postpartum concerns, and hormone-related mood changes. I also have a niche specialty in working with friends and family of alcoholics.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 20 years of experience providing therapy to adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I work with clients to address the problems that interfere with living one's best life. Those problems may stem from difficult experiences in one's past or from one's current circumstances. I offer help to clients struggling with depression, anxiety, workplace stress, grief/bereavement, eating disorders, and relationship challenges. I also have training in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and have worked extensively with college students and emerging adults.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 20 years of experience providing therapy to adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I work with clients to address the problems that interfere with living one's best life. Those problems may stem from difficult experiences in one's past or from one's current circumstances. I offer help to clients struggling with depression, anxiety, workplace stress, grief/bereavement, eating disorders, and relationship challenges. I also have training in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and have worked extensively with college students and emerging adults.
I am a clinical psychologist licensed and practicing in Florida and North Carolina. Presently, I am treating patients exclusively through the HIPAA-compliant tele-therapy platform thera-Link. I received my undergraduate degree from Boston College and doctorate from Fordham University. I completed my postdoctoral residency at the Renfrew Center and have specialized training in the treatment of eating disorders. I have also worked for Miami-Dade County Public Schools and treat a number of emotional and behavioral disorders, in addition to conducting psychoeducational and psychological assessments.
I am a clinical psychologist licensed and practicing in Florida and North Carolina. Presently, I am treating patients exclusively through the HIPAA-compliant tele-therapy platform thera-Link. I received my undergraduate degree from Boston College and doctorate from Fordham University. I completed my postdoctoral residency at the Renfrew Center and have specialized training in the treatment of eating disorders. I have also worked for Miami-Dade County Public Schools and treat a number of emotional and behavioral disorders, in addition to conducting psychoeducational and psychological assessments.
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Psychodynamic Therapists
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.