Psychodynamic Therapists in Holly Springs, NC

Making the decision to seek therapy can be scary, or sometimes you are ready to dive right in. Either way, I strive to create a safe, non judgmental space where you are respected and supported in exploring your thoughts, feelings and life experiences. I believe everyone possesses inherent worth, strengths and abilities and will work with you to uncover, rediscover, or refine these in order to live the life you want.

I provide an emotionally safe space where you will find compassion and support. Through our therapeutic relationship, we will discover new ways to build upon your inherent strengths, identify your struggles, and then dig deeper to gain a better understanding of who you are. Above all, my job is to ensure that you feel heard and understood.

Julia Krebs is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) who received a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling from the Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology at Adelphi University. Julia is licensed to practice in NC and NY. Julia has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as structural family systems. Her clinical training and experience working on inpatient psychiatric units has provided her with the skillset to treat a variety of mental health diagnoses with compassion, support, and empathy. She has also been clinically trained in the curriculum development and practice of group therapy.

Are you feeling like your life needs a change but you are not sure where to start? It seems, as life becomes more complex, more and more people are suffering from the devastating effects of stress, depression and anxiety and can benefit from the support and insight that therapy provides. I am a NC Licensed Psychologist working clinically with a wide range of ages and issues. I've worked in the field for 20 years, in schools, day treatment, and the private practice setting with adults, families, couples and children; focusing on adjustment difficulties, relationship problems, childhood abuse and maladaptive coping.

I am old enough to know that life does not always lend itself to simplistic answers. At various periods we all find ourselves in difficult circumstances that feel overwhelming, sometimes related to life changing tragedies like death, divorce, new medical diagnosis like cancer, job loss, or catastrophic injury. In these situations your life changes in an instant. There is an avalanche of distressing emotions and life no longer feels solid or stable. As a therapist who has experienced some serious, life changing tragedies, I understand those feelings and am specifically trained in grief and trauma.

My approach to therapy is a culmination of my life's work with people in a variety of settings. My philosophy of therapy grows out of my many years as an interfaith pastoral care giver. I have worked with trauma at Albert Einstein Medical Center (Philadelphia, PA). I am a Veteran with combat experience as a Chaplain during Operation Iraqi Freedom. I have served as a clinical, interfaith, spiritual care provider at Pitt County Memorial Hospital (Greenville, NC), Duke HomeCare and Hospice (Durham, NC), and Rex Hospital (Raleigh, NC). I believe that people are "living human documents" continually under revision.

Therapy for trauma, anxiety, phobias, depression, grief, eating disorders, and difficulty in relationships. A therapist can be someone separate from friends and family who offers a listening ear while remaining empathetic, curious, nonjudgmental, and objective.

Life's complexities can be overwhelming, and beginning therapy is a commendable step in tackling your challenges. Congratulations on taking this crucial first step toward self-improvement. I'm here to support you in your healing journey, helping you re-frame your perspective and overcome obstacles. I provide a safe, secure, and non-judgmental environment to work towards healthy solutions. My areas of focus include individual and couples counseling , stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, and self-care.

Clients tend to focus on the problem and want to "fix" the problem and reach their end goal. What I try to challenge my clients here is that instead of focusing on the problem, let us try focusing on solutions. Instead of focusing on an end goal, let us try walking through this life changing journey together. As a therapist, a positive therapeutic relationship and patience is key to fully understand and slowly opening up the shell of vulnerability. Once the client has allowed the therapist into their vulnerability, positive change can start to occur.

Whether you're navigating the complexities of trauma, coping with grief, managing ADHD challenges, or seeking to improve your overall well-being, I offer a safe space where you can explore your emotions and develop skills so that healing can flourish. My person-centered approach uses evidence-based techniques that are tailored to each of my client's unique needs.

At LifeCare Counseling & Coaching, we are passionate about serving others by integrating the best psychiatric and mental health practices as well as spiritual care for the soul. Our team of licensed practitioners provide therapeutic services to individuals, couples, and families of all kinds. We are a multi-site practice located at the Raleigh/Cary border, Wake Forest, Brier Creek, Holly Springs, Chapel Hill, the Triad area and Wilmington. In addition, many of our providers offer online therapy and we have interns who offer counseling on a sliding scale.

I am looking to help any individual who expresses a want, or a desire, for a change in their life. I want to be able to assist others on their journey towards growth and happiness. To be able to work together to identify what helps the individual as it relates to their specific self.

There are many reasons people seek counseling, but regardless of the reasons, I believe that enhanced awareness and acceptance are pivotal to understanding how personal histories have shaped the way we perceive ourselves, others, and the environment in which we function. Therapy provides the opportunity for growth, self-discovery, and insight in an emotionally supportive environment. Each client is unique in their strengths and struggles which is why therapeutic approaches are individually tailored for an optimally successful experience.

Life can easily become overwhelming as we strive to balance careers, families, finances, and future goals. The therapy space offers an opportunity to slow down and address the barriers preventing you from reaching your highest potential. My approach is both compassionate and direct. I aim to create a warm, open, and judgment-free therapeutic environment where you can be your true self, exploring your fears and aspirations for the future. Together, we will identify your goals and uncover your inner wisdom, empowering you to live a more fulfilling and authentic life.

Welcome! Being human in this world can be tough. My goal as a therapist is to sit with my clients in these difficult times. I provide my clients a relaxed, comfortable, and trusting environment where they can feel heard, seen, and valued. I see it as a great privilege to partner with my clients as they share and explore their stories and experiences. Together, we can navigate what can often feel like an overwhelming world.

Are you feeling overwhelmed or burnt out? Do you have a hard time feeling grounded or saying no? Are you seeking a deeper understanding and relationship to Self? I am passionate about holding a healing space for highly sensitive, people-pleasers to find confidence & inner peace. Through exploring your past and building a more intimate mind-body connection, we can overcome self-doubt, patterned relationship issues, anxiety and the pressure to overachieve. I offer a holistic, pagan-friendly and tarot-friendly space to deepen understanding & grow intuition.

I am so glad that you are here! Whether you are looking to work on parenting skills, behavioral health for your child, mental health, or simply seeking to navigate a transition in your life, you have come to the right place. As an LCSWA, I have experience working with children, teens, and young adults through depression, anxiety, trauma, behavioral needs and transitions.

I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life transitions, depression, anxiety and ADHD. I continue to learn about ADHD and incorporate a person-centered approach into work with all my clients. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages who have experienced trauma of any kind. I enjoy helping clients navigate through the past trauma and unpack the ways that the past is currently impacting them. I am an EMDR-certified counselor and provide a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. I am currently accepting new virtual clients and have found that teletherapy with EMDR works well for many individuals.

Evolve or repeat. Therapy, by nature, can be challenging. It can appear scary, overwhelming, and anxiety-inducing; you are essentially vocalizing (to a stranger!) your challenges, weaknesses, mistakes, and insecurities. And sometimes that needs to happen to grow. My mantra over the last year has been to evolve or repeat. That’s it. Evolve or repeat. Frequently we establish and maintain patterns of thoughts and behaviors, based on past experiences and memories which are unhealthy and unproductive. I believe these patterns and cycles are the root to unhappiness and barriers to change.