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Today is January 20, 2025
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Orange , NC
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Do you have a teenager who will be applying to college but they don't know what to do or where to go? Do they have issues with procrastination or anxiety? My background includes a master's degree in school counseling and over 10 years of academic coaching and advising at selective schools including NYU and UNC. I've worked as a counselor, admissions evaluator, and interviewer. Now I help students and families navigate the college admissions process. Together we work on college lists, timelines, college applications, letters of rec requests, schedules, and much more. I offer virtual or in-person sessions that range from 30 min to 1 hour. During this time each session is tailored to the student's needs. If you are in need of someone to help lower anxiety during this journey please don't hesitate to reach out. This is an exciting time and I would love to help you reach your goals.
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I am a licensed clinical social worker and I truly look forward to working with you. It can often be an overwhelmingly difficult decision to reach out for help and I appreciate the challenges that you may face. For the past twenty years I have worked in diverse settings with individuals wanting an emotional balance in their lives, or with parents and children to strengthen their relationship, but always with the common goal: to feel better! My therapeutic approach focuses on your strengths and work towards using those strengths to make desired changes in your life. My specialties include working with women and their partners throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period as well as parents of young children, partnering with them to gain insight into their child's social and emotional experiences. Therapy is an opportunity to co-create solutions to the challenges you face. Through our work together I hope to bring you self-awareness and a positive approach to your emotions, your life and your own happiness
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Alex Bounds is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Addiction Specialist with over 5 years in the mental health field. Alex has found a passion for supporting people who struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma/PTSD, and life transitions. Alex is also an Addiction Specialist and has experience helping people create and maintain an effective recovery plan, as well as people treating people with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder who want to increase their independence through coping skills and building resiliency. Alex received a Bachelor's and Master's in Social Work from Western Carolina University. Alex provides non-judgmental guidance and support based on each client's experiences. Alex also has experience working with prescribers and is happy to support treatment with medications, if clients choose. Alex uses evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectal behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and others. As a proud therapy client herself, Alex knows that sometimes, even the easiest of days can seem difficult. We are meant to do more in this life than survive; we are meant to live and thrive! If you're ready to begin the work, schedule a first appointment with Alex today.
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It can be scary to be honest with oneself, let alone with others. Yet, most of us still desire to be seen, loved, and accepted. I work with people curious about how their childhood, cultural background(s), identities, and trauma influence how they relate to themselves, family, lovers, friends, and authority figures. My work centers on anti-racism and the lived experiences of folks who are Queer, Transgender, Polyamourous, or Kinky. I enjoy working with people outside of these identities as well. Modalities I utilize are Relationship Analysis, EMDR, Parts Work, Psychodynamic Techniques, and Sex Therapy. We'll work together to observe how you relate to your emotions and needs–do you acknowledge their existence, express them to others, or sacrifice them altogether? We’ll also notice how this is influenced when you believe your needs will cause conflict. Lastly, we'll discuss how to navigate these situations in a way that aligns with your strengths and values. For relationship therapy, we will focus on finding authentic solutions for your relationship. I support folks with rekindling intimacy, navigating cultural differences, or coping with hard emotions like jealousy, anger, & disappointment. I also enjoy helping folks with poly+ dynamics— including couples opening their relationship for the first time.
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Healing happens by moving through things, not by trying to go around them. My focus in the counseling work I do has long been in the fields of grief and substance use, especially in terms of where grief / loss has fed addictive behavior. It makes sense. Big feelings are uncomfortable, especially the ones we consider negative. It is understandable that we try to avoid those feelings but the reality is it doesn’t work. In my work with people I support them in gently and compassionately facing the things they don’t want to face, whether grief, addiction, anxiety, trauma or a more general sense of not being the person you want to be. We work together to identify patterns and beliefs that are not supporting you, then explore new possibilities. My approach is holistic, incorporating body/mind/spirit. I draw upon deep listening, skillful inquiry, reflection, and psychoeducation as called for. Modalities I work with include CBT, DBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and parts work. I believe deeply that healing is available to everyone, but it takes work. I provide a safe space for you to explore, vent, question, process, heal, and grow. If you have a sense I may be able to be of help to you, I offer a free 20-minute consultation for us to discern if we would be a good fit.
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Ashley Tucker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist with 8 years experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Ashley specializes in working with clients to manage their depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, and grief/loss/trauma, as well as help adults overcome major life transitions. Ashley is originally from Panama City, FL but grew up in Morehead City, NC, completing her Bachelor of Social Work at North Carolina State University and her Master of Social Work at East Carolina University. Her personal experience and professional experience working as a therapist and in mobile crisis has helped her provide clients resources and coping skills as they overcome challenges. Ashley utilizes many treatment approaches including dialectical behavioral (DBT), motivational interviewing, strength-based, and cognitive behavioral therapies (CBT). Throughout life, we all go through many changes and challenges that can test us emotionally and physically. Ashley would be honored to work with you to help support you as well as provide you with tools to help you overcome life’s many challenges. If you are ready to overcome such challenges to be the best version of yourself, schedule an appointment today.
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Bonnie Kell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist with seven years of experience in the mental health field. She is committed to helping adults and older adults address the challenges of living a more full and productive life. Bonnie specializes in depression, anxiety, substance use, and aiding people in adjusting to life transitions. Bonnie completed her MSW at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Previously to this, she received her MA in Gerontology at the University of North Texas. She has worked in inpatient and outpatient facilities. Bonnie utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Everyone has challenges in life where they need help. Bonnie is confident that she can support you in your quest to gain a new perspective on your life. She employs techniques that will aid you in coping with your struggles. Bonnie believes in a collaborative alliance in therapy. If you are ready to do the work, schedule an appointment with her today.
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You've began feeling a familiar feeling again. Sometimes it feels like a pit in your stomach & other times it takes your breath away. The feeling could be best described as Anxiety or Panic. Lately, it has taken over again, and it's beginning to consume you. Your thoughts are driving you crazy and every task feels overwhelming. You just want peace in your life however you feel irritable most days. Everything is getting under your skin so much so that you've found yourself isolating from others. You hate feeling so overwhelmed with your thoughts & desperately wanting a solution that really works. My specialty is working with people who are anxious or suffering with OCD. I have provided counseling for over 11 years and have obtained specific training for anxiety related disorders. I have dedicated many hours of training to help people successfully crush anxiety. I will work with you to improve your thinking and habits by giving you practical tools. Let's work together in crushing those anxious thoughts. Contact me TODAY! “Nothing diminishes anxiety faster than action.” —Walter Anderson
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Are you a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and seeking a therapist who "just gets it?" Are you tired of feeling alone, scared, or unsupported as you navigate various changes, challenges, or identities? Has pandemic stress and grief has gotten to be too much? Are you stressed or concerned with one or more relationships?Perhaps you and your partner(s) have found yourself in a difficult cycle you are struggling to break, leaving y'all feeling disconnected and unsatisfied? If you answered yes to any of these, then you've made the right choice by being here. And I know this is hard, but you're brave. Just being here shows that! View 12 Photos As a queer therapist serving the LGBTQIA+ community, I'll follow your lead. Whether you're new to exploring your gender identity, sexual orientation, romantic orientation, or you're queer+, trans+, and/or nonbinary and seeking an affirming space to work through grief, trauma, relationship challenges, or dysphoria - I've got you. We're in this together. If you’re ready to feel empowered to be your most authentic self, improve relationships with others or feel emboldened to separate yourself from relationships that are no longer serving you, take your life back from the heavy grasp of trauma, grief, loss, or addiction, or create your coping skills tool kit to manage stress and live your best life, reach out!
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The process of looking for a new therapist can feel intimidating for the most seasoned therapy-goer. It takes courage to even think about opening up about your personal challenges, hopes, and desires. Maybe you’re struggling with stress, anxiety, or depression that’s making it hard for you to fully engage in life. Maybe painful experiences you’ve had left you feeling “stuck” in the past and disconnected from your present and future. Or maybe you are feeling as though you’ve hit a wall or reached a plateau with yourself or others. I offer a safe and inclusive space to share, process, heal, and expand on your strengths. I’m an integrative psychotherapist and yoga teacher. My therapeutic style is active, collaborative, and respectful. In my work with clients, I draw from various evidence-based, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and social justice-oriented approaches. As a yoga teacher, I love incorporating mindfulness and somatic techniques into therapy sessions. Throughout our work together, we will nurture curiosity and self-compassion toward challenging thoughts and feelings, enabling you to lead a more flexible and values-based life. Our collaborative observations of your mind and behaviors will support your development of greater self-understanding, effective coping skills, and an enhanced sense of wellbeing.
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I am accepting in-person ( Chapel Hill ) and virtual MD, VA, NC, SC, VT, FL, NM) clients. In my role as counselor I am honored to support individuals who are struggling with various aspects of life. Perhaps dealing with strong anxiety or depression, negative self talk, relationship issues, work or school pressures, unhealthy habits and poor self care. Does this sound like you? I will work with you to understand what is happening, design strategies to address your specific issues, and work step by step with you as we remove the barriers and build new and better ways of being you. Healthy, happy and connected to the world around you. View 7 Photos In my work with individuals I draw from a range of tools: creative and structured methods for healing from trauma, evidenced based cognitive behavioral and somatic techniques to create new ways to process feelings, and always using strengths based and holistic mindfulness and healthy thinking + living +being strategies to enhance all aspects of your life. I am eager to help you thrive in all areas of your life, and will offer the tools to make effective and lasting changes. I look forward to working with you towards the peace and health you desire. I am conversant in Spanish. I offer teletherapy to Virginia, NC, SC, Maryland, Florida, Vermont & New Mexico, and in-person services in Chapel Hill NC.
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Successful children are happy, socially competent and secure in developing age appropriate skills. They get along with their family, friends, and at school. What all parents want is to successfully launch their children as independent adults. This can be a daunting task in today's world. The time to identify and solve problems in this process is as early as possible. I offer both short-term and long-term interventions for children and the adults in their lives. I also work with adults to help you identify and change stuck patterns of thought and feeling to move ahead in life. I take great pride in the successes I have seen in my clients. My clients often experience significant results in a few sessions.This is especially true for children. I have extensive training and experience in treating children who have experienced the effects of trauma, adoption, and family stress. BA, Duke University; MSW, UNC Chapel Hill; LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker; MBA, East Carolina University; Neurolinguistic Programming Certification; Executive coaching, Raleigh Consulting Group; Led court ordered men's domestic violence groups; Extensive Travel in Europe, Africa, Central and South America, Russia and Mongolia. Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese.
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Life events occur that can overwhelm our coping skills or maybe we have been dealing with challenges for a long time. Either way, there are times we could all use support and perspective. I often work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship issues, trauma, and eating disorders. I believe that social/cultural identities, roles, and life circumstances impact how we feel about ourselves and others. I'd like to get to know your unique story. Whether this is your first time looking for a therapist or it's time to re-connect with treatment, you have taken the first step. I believe people are doing the best they can based on what they have learned from significant life relationships and situations. We feel distressed when what we have learned no longer works. This is where growth occurs and new potential is possible. I provide a safe and supportive space to explore how you can be at your best and live your fullest life. My 20+ years of experience includes work in higher education, community mental health, and hospital inpatient and outpatient settings. I also have a consulting and leadership coaching company that emphasizes fostering cultures where people can thrive. I apply this philosophy to the therapeutic relationship. Reach out to see how we might reach your potential.
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Reset and rediscover yourself and your relationships with therapy. Life can be a struggle, and it's easy to feel aimless and unfulfilled despite achieving what society considers success. But there is hope. By challenging yourself and seeking personal growth, you can transform your life, relationships, and perspective on your world. Therapy can be a powerful tool on this journey, whether you're an individual seeking self-discovery or a couple looking to improve your relationship. If this sounds like you, it's time to make a change. I can help you and your partner rediscover the joy and intimacy that once defined your relationship. By improving communication and intimacy with each other, you can create a deeper and more fulfilling connection. Whether you’re seeking individual or couples therapy, I’m here to help you on your journey towards personal transformation. I believe that even the smallest shred of hope can lead to positive change. By taking the first step and reaching out today, you’re already on your way to creating a more authentic and fulfilling life.
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I specialize in personal and professional coaching for high-achieving individuals who want to cultivate creative thinking and maximize their effectiveness, meaning and purpose in life. In my therapy practice, I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and stress from life transitions. I accept psychotherapy clients who live in North Carolina or California. I accept coaching clients living anywhere around the world, and I offer teletherapy appointments for all of the above. I do not work with children, teens, couples or families in my practice. I believe that to be effective, any counseling approach must take into account the unique circumstances of each client. In my therapy and coaching sessions, I work hard to understand your particular background and needs. My therapy sessions include elements of cognitive-behavioral, Jungian, and transpersonal approaches. After meeting for our initial session, I will work with you to formulate a treatment or coaching plan that matches your goals for personal change. As we progress in our work together, I will always be open to your feedback, so that I can ensure our work is meeting your goals. If you think now might be the right time for you, please feel free to contact me.
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Are your imposter syndrome and perfectionism besties? You’re high energy, curious, spontaneous, and fun to be around! But you’ve just forgotten another important birthday or missed another huge deadline. You’re feeling overwhelmed by all the things you have to do and it never feels like you have enough time to do them. Maybe you’re also feeling stuck or stagnant in your career, it was something you were passionate about but now it’s unfulfilling. You're living for your next PTO but it doesn't matter how long it is, it's not enough to feel rested. And maybe you wonder… is this just what adulting is like now? Clients come to me needing someone who can help get to the root of their problems, because therapy should be a place where you find peace beyond just what’s wrong today. Therapy sessions are a combination of talking and exercises—whatever makes sense for you. We will always go at your pace, never pushing to place you’re not ready to be. Let's work together to help you be fully present in the important moments in your life, whether it's breakfast with your family or an important presentation, and spending your time doing what you're uniquely gifted to do, what brings you the greatest joy, and allows you to make your deepest contribution to the world. Schedule your free strategy call today!
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What does it mean to be back to "normal"? The stress or not knowing how and when our lives might be back to “normal” can be very destabilizing. What was hard in our lives before this mess has now been amplified. In an effort to reduce the stress and assist clients with these uncertain times I’m offering secure telemedicine (video) sessions for couples and individuals. Reach out and allow me to team with you to manage what we can and allow these times to inspire positive change. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who uses EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), Soloution Focused, Systems, and Coactive Coaching . I enjoy working in a manner that views clients as experts in their own lives. I see my role as one of exploring with clients in an effort to expand narrowed perceptions of issues that arise. Creating change requires courage and support and finding the right support for you is key. I encourage potential clients to reach out and explore my style and therapeutic approach to determine if I might be the right fit . Give me a call or send an email and I will happily assist you in taking the next steps.
I provide evaluation, assessment, and counseling for individuals, couples, and groups addressing concerns with relationships and marriage, mood disorders (depression/mania), anxiety disorders, personality disorders, stress, trauma, communication, and personal growth. My specialized training and experience has also prepared me to work with artist's issues as well as philosophical/ethical concerns. Where appropriate, I collaborate with physicians, psychiatrists, and other providers to ensure the highest quality of care. I attempt to develop an empathic, understanding environment, characterized by equality and co-operation that may then facilitate the resolution of your concerns with my assistance. Please contact with any questions. I employ an integrated holistic approach that takes into account your psychological, biological, social, and cultural dimensions. Using your innate strengths, our work together can help you seek out balanced approaches to life's challenges. My expertise consists of both depth (existential/psychodynamic) approaches along with cognitive behavioral techniques. My office is conveniently located just minutes from downtown Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and UNC with easy access to parking, major highways, and public transportation. I also serve as an executive coach with UNC Kenan Flagler Business School and as an adjunct professor of counseling at North Carolina State University.
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I have been a school social worker and therapist for over 22 years and have had the honor of working with people of different ages and backgrounds. I work with people of all orientations and gender identities. I am passionate about working with people affected by anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse and neglect, violence, ADHD, and parenting and relationship issues. If you are exploring this site, it is likely you are struggling with something significant in your life. Taking this initial step to explore therapy and gain insight and awareness into yourself is a brave and courageous act! I see each client as a unique human being with the power within them to heal and grow. I offer a safe and affirming environment to allow clients to build awareness and increase coping skills in order to navigate the world from a place of knowledge, power, and resiliency. I will honor you as the expert in your own life and nurture your personal growth. I acknowledge that everyone has a unique personality and story, so finding the right person to help you through life’s challenges is very important to me. I offer free 15 minute phone consultations to help you decide if we are a good fit and you feel comfortable embarking on this journey with me.
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I collaborate with individuals to support healing and growth, and consider a strong client-therapist relationship to be essential. To this end, I provide a compassionate space for individuals who are looking to heal from their trauma. I welcome the opportunity to connect with you. Treatment Specializations include: Trauma (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Complex Trauma) I am trained in Internal Family Systems (Level 1), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) (Master Certified), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and I also incorporate Mindfulness and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
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You deserve excellent therapy. My clients describe me as authentic, humorous, engaged, insightful, brave, creative, well resourced, experienced, non-judgmental and effective. People I work with have a desire to heal and create their lives as a reflection of their values and unique perspectives. With couples, I use PACT, EFT and Gottman approaches to support the couple on their goals, in a safe space, where honesty and authenticity lead the way. I help my clients, who include older teens, adults and couples, build their capacity to relate to their feelings and connect with others. I am experienced in working with people confronted by trauma histories, relationship challenges, low self esteem, anxiety, depression, family challenges and self harm. If you are tired of old patterns and feel ready to learn new ways to relate, I can support you. Together we will navigate through the waves of depression, anxiety, shame, and fear. My work focuses on building self esteem, relationships, and life after trauma or loss.
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Dr. Brooks began his career in mental health and addictions counseling in 1992. Since that time, he has worked in inpatient and outpatient settings as varied as rural community clinics, hospitals, managing clinics in urban communities, directing an international employee assistance program, university counseling centers, and developing and managing treatment programs for executives and professionals. The populations he has served have been just as varied— they include addictions (both substance abuse and behavioral), mental health, individuals and families, adoption, indigent persons, athletes, executives, and professionals. Dr. Brooks's counseling style is based in the philosophy of existentialism and the work of Viktor Frankl's logotherapy. He uses the theories of cognitive development and the tools of cognitive behavioral and rational-emotive therapies. We have good days and bad days — or, we can say we have growing days. Growing days are those occasions when we are challenged to learn, change, and improve our lives and the lives of those that are most important to us.
September 2023: I do not have openings for new patients. You are welcome to contact me and I will respond about scheduling a consultation as I am able and will discuss wait list times. I am a warm and charismatic psychotherapist and am excited to become a resource and support for you. If you have become overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, are worried that you have developed an addiction, or are concerned that your trauma is impacting you lust for life, you may be at the precipice of profound growth. Together we can create a safe enough space to navigate your change efforts in an effective and affirming way. I have 20 years experience providing individual and group treatment services in programming aimed at assisting people towards making change for themselves while undermining systems of oppression. I work comfortably and confidently within the intersections of mental health, addiction, and trauma. In 2015 I completed the 3 year training and certification process to become a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in the treatment of complex, developmental, and shock traumas. I am a member of WPATH and provide queer and gender expansive competent therapy and evaluations for transgender community members seeking a range of medical interventions.
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Therapy is an opportunity to learn about yourself and to empower yourself to grow and make necessary shifts in order to live a more fulfilling and satisfying life. I offer support and psychotherapy to adolescents, young adults, adults, couples and families. I also run social skills groups and parenting groups.
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Accepting new clients! Do you feel that there is a disconnect between who you are and who you present to the world? Perhaps your relationships with others, with substances, with your religion, beliefs, or culture are not what you want them to be. Maybe you're in the midst of a life transition and asking yourself hard questions about the world around you. Whatever the reason may be, my clients bravely come to therapy, seeking ways to live a more authentic life, and I join them as we find ways to do so. I believe that we all deserve to live a life that is true to who we are, and that therapy can help us to achieve that. By working together, we can overcome the barriers of life that keep you from living in congruence with yourself and your world. I commit to understanding what life is like for my clients and the many layers of their environment that are impacting their lives rather than just considering a diagnosis. This way, the client is the expert, and I am a consultant. Therapy can be a very intimidating process regardless of why you are seeking it out in the first place. I work hard to ensure that my clients are respected fully for who they are to allow the best setting for them to achieve their goals. If you feel that we may be a good fit to work together, call or email to schedule a free phone consultation today!
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