Therapists for college students near 27705

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Many of the students I work with are going through times of change, pressure, or uncertainty. You might be trying to balance school, relationships, and future plans, all while dealing with stress, anxiety, or questions about who you are. Maybe you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like no one really sees what you're carrying. I work best with students who are ready to explore those feelings in a safe, honest space, even if they’re not sure where to start. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to be open to looking inward and having real conversations. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, identity questions, trauma, or the day-to-day weight of being a student, you're not alone. I’m here to listen without judgment, help you make sense of what you’re feeling, and support you in moving forward with more clarity and self-trust.

Have you been feeling down, sad or overwhelmed? Are you experiencing unexplained irritability or mood swings? Are you feeling stuck or unfulfilled? You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. I am here to offer support. I provide an empathic/safe space where you can feel empowered to implement change. Many times, my clients are able to unravel the things holding them back from leading the life they’ve always envisioned.

Hi there! I’m Koketta Shelton, and I’m a therapist dedicated to supporting college students like you as you navigate the unique challenges of this exciting—but often overwhelming—time in your life. College is a period of transition, growth, and self-discovery. Along the way, you might face stress, anxiety, relationship issues, academic pressures, or just feel lost at times. Whether you’re adjusting to a new environment, managing the demands of your studies, or struggling with personal challenges, therapy can offer a safe space for you to talk through your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. How I Can Help: • Stress and Anxiety Management: We’ll work on practical strategies to manage academic pressure, social anxiety, and life stressors. • Building Confidence and Self-Esteem: Together, we can explore ways to boost your self-confidence and develop a stronger sense of self. • Managing Relationships: Whether it’s friendships, romantic relationships, or family dynamics, we can discuss how to navigate and improve your connections with others. • Self-Discovery: College is often a time of figuring out who you are and what you want. Therapy can help you explore your identity, values, and goals. Therapy isn’t just for people in crisis—it’s for anyone who wants to understand themselves better and live a more balanced, fulfilling life. No matter what you’re dealing with, you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m here to listen and support you every step of the way. Feel free to reach out and set up a session. I look forward to getting to know you and working together!

Tshaun Grant is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She is licensed in multiple states, with experience in treating children, adolescents, and adults in military facilities, inpatient crisis stabilization units, inpatient detox facilities, residential facilities, community mental health centers, and private practices. She specializes in the treatment of depressive disorders, insomnia, sleep-wake disorders, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, testing anxiety, performance anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder. She believes in building strong relationships with her patients based on trust and open communication. She takes the time to listen to her patients' concerns, thoroughly explains diagnoses and treatment options, and works collaboratively to develop personalized care plans that align with her patients' goals and values. She is diligent in making sure each patient is treated equally and receives optimum care.

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If you're interested in getting better, and and off the merry-go-round of mental health counselors, look no more. At Carolina Behavioral Therapy our providers implement evidenced based treatments to assist individuals with overcoming problems including; suicide, self harm, substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and personality disorders. Our therapists are intensively trained and Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) for PTSD, and Exposure and Response Prevention (EXRP) for OCD. We help people get better and excel in their life goals.

I believe in a holistic approach to mental health. I recognize that mental well-being is just one piece of the puzzle and that your overall health and happiness are interconnected. Through a collaborative, creative, and challenging therapeutic process, we'll work together to address the barriers to your joy and help you develop the skills to overcome them.

Engaging in therapy is an important commitment and can be difficult to fit in with the rest of life's responsibilities. Perhaps you've tried therapy before and found it unhelpful, or worry that constant engagement in therapy is required for lasting change. Trying to cope with the aftermath of trauma, or the way anxiety symptoms can disrupt a day, or having the same fight again and again with a partner can seem to take all of your energy and motivation. Life is often stressful and chaotic, and the times when we feel most stretched thin are the times we need the most support and change. I believe the best outcome of therapy is graduating from therapy - knowing you now have the tools to do what YOU want to do in life. I have spent most of the first 10 years of my career as a Psychologist in the VA, which has allowed me to obtain expert training in effective therapy protocols that produce quick, lasting results - so you can get on with life. Your goals are reachable - we just need to find our way there. Every person's path is different, and I look forward to walking with you on yours. I use effective, proven tools from CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based approaches to guide both individuals and couples toward their chosen destinations.

I have been a practicing psychologist in Boone, NC for almost 20 years. I have worked with college students in various capacities throughout most of my career. Therapy is like taking a class on yourself. You are the expert on you. My goal is to hold a safe, comfortable space for you to feel heard and seen and to know that your feelings are valid. I believe you/we all innately have the strength and ability to endure, overcome, heal and grow. I want to help instill confidence and motivation to support your on journey. To help you feel grounded and find ways to tap into your inner strength. By gaining insight into the connection between your thoughts, feelings and behaviors you will be able to improve you mental health and reach your behavioral goals. Together we will identify goals and create a plan to achieve them. In therapy you will learn coping skills and strategies to navigate difficult situations and emotions. At times this means processing through past events, current experiences and traumas. Other times, there is a need to focus on tangible action-oriented goals. To learn concrete strategies to manage the demands of life, cope with stress and regulate mood. Perhaps this is even a time to challenge yourself as you are growing and becoming the version of yourself you hope to be. Transitioning into school as a freshman, as well as into your post graduate life, can be hard to navigate. You are faced with various demands: academic, social, financial and otherwise. I take a multi-systemic approach to treatment to ensure you are fully utilizing resources and supports (on campus and in the community) that may help you along. My areas of expertise include but are not limited to: anxiety and panic; depression, bipolar disorders and mood dysregulation; substance use and abuse; assessment, treatment and management of adult ADHD; grief; management of chronic medical conditions that are co-morbid to mental health issues; developmental transitions; college student wellness. I take an eclectic approach to therapeutic interventions built on the foundation of a strong therapeutic alliance. Using a strengths based, multi-systemic and holistic approach; I draw from interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing (MI).

You push yourself to meet expectations—at work, in relationships, in every aspect of life—because failure isn’t an option. But no matter how much you achieve, that nagging voice in your head keeps telling you it’s not enough. You overanalyze your mistakes, replay conversations in your head, and wonder why you can’t just relax and feel good about where you are. The pressure is relentless. You feel like you’re sprinting toward an invisible finish line that keeps moving. The weight of expectations—your own and everyone else’s—presses down on you. Maybe you’ve convinced yourself that if you can just work harder, be better, prove your worth, you’ll finally feel okay. But deep down, you’re exhausted. And you’re starting to wonder: Does it really have to be this way? It doesn’t. Therapy can help you step off the hamster wheel of perfectionism and self-doubt. Together, we’ll identify what’s fueling the pressure, challenge the patterns that keep you stuck, and help you build a life that feels authentic, balanced, and actually fulfilling—on your terms. I help young adults and teens break free from perfectionism, self-doubt, and external pressures to build confidence and live authentically.

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Sometimes, life hurts. It's scary. It's frustrating. It's complicated. It's broken. It's lonely. It's not fair. It's changing... always changing. At Getting to Happy Wellness, I'll journey with you, step by step, on your road to healing, recovery, and getting to happy. I want to honor the courage it takes to seek counseling and make sure that finances never get in the way of healing and growth. You may be seeking counseling for a wide variety of reasons, from coping with major life challenges, family and relationship conflicts, to dealing with stress, depression or anxiety, to simply desiring personal growth and greater self-awareness. I look forward to providing a safe, supportive and therapeutic space where we can collaborate and work at your own pace to help you reach your counseling and life goals. In our work together it is my hope, wish and prayer that you will feel more empowered, better understand yourself, your family, others and the world around you. Because you're worth it.

I have 10 years of experience working with children and adults in both an outpatient setting and inpatient crisis stabilization. I also have several years of experience in Hospice and medical social work. Throughout the last 10 years, I have worked with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, and life changes. I offer a non-judgmental approach to therapy and understand that each individual has their own story and own set of circumstances. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, which can be helpful in changing thinking patterns and offer a new perspective. I am glad that you are looking for a safe place to talk about what you are going through--you have taken a positive first step! Therapy can be a great opportunity for self-discovery and growth and I would be happy to guide you in whatever way I can. I look forward to hearing from you soon!

And..... ACTION! Let's face it, Life can be a doozy sometimes and at some point trying to be "on" is exhausting. You think you're doing everything right but nothing turns out the way you think it should. You start to think, "What's the point? Why even try?" You're tired and just want things to be different. Better. I get it. So don't go it alone, let's talk about it. Let's throw some thoughts and solutions out there and see what sticks. You may feel stuck, but YOU'RE NOT ALONE. Call me and let's get you back on track to the best version of yourself. 'Cuz, at the end of the day, Life is tough. But if you're reading this, so are you. TTYL :)

Life was supposed to get easier after high school, after college, after landing your dream job... but something still feels missing. Despite feeling like you have things 'figured out', you struggle to settle in and find balance. I specialize in working with anxiety, perfectionism and trauma. Some of the techniques I use when working with clients include EMDR, ERP, and sandray. Curiosity and compassion are the basis to my counseling approach. I know that reaching out for counseling for yourself can be a vulnerable process. If you’ve worked hard to figure it out on your own or are feeling like you’ve tried it all, it’s time to take a creative approach together. In our sessions, we will work together at your pace to understand the layers of your experience. I hope to help you find self-compassion, new perspectives, and healing

Hi there, my name is Caroline Bobbie and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I would first like to congratulate you on taking the steps to seek out support. Sometimes we show grace to others but not to ourselves. The therapeutic relationship supports a better understanding of our behaviors, thoughts and feelings. My approach is focused on providing you with a safe and trusting environment to cultivate the changes you want from within. My practice utilizes specialized therapeutic techniques including mindfulness based therapies, psychoanalytical, solution focused, cognitive behavioral and grief counseling techniques. Services include short and long term treatment options for adolescents and adults. Sessions are in the one on one format.

Chris McGinn is a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and/or career and education transitional issues. It is Chris’ goal to create a safe, accepting, and comfortable environment to allow you, the client, to grow in self-awareness and self-acceptance. This begins by forming a mutually desirable relationship and bringing focus to your counseling sessions by setting goals that will be re-assessed throughout the counseling process. Chris's general counseling approach is based on the Humanistic perspective, which helps you develop a stronger, healthier sense of self and access and understand your feelings to help gain a sense of meaning in life. Chris utilizes a person-centered, strengths-based approach to help you become your best self: the person you'd be if you just weren't so tired, so anxious, so angry, or so depressed. He believes your work together is to challenge the reasons you feel that way in the first place so you can move past them and start feeling happier, more productive, and more connected to the life you want. He incorporates modalities such as art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, experiential therapy, play therapy, existential, and trauma-focused therapy in sessions. Chris feels that a client-therapist relationship based on trust and acceptance is the most important element of successful therapy.

At Mind Mosaic Psychology, our experienced team provide comprehensive psychological testing and evaluation services for autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and social-emotional challenges in children, teens, and adults. With over 50 years of combined experience, our neurodiversity-affirming clinicians use trusted diagnostic tools such as the ADOS and MIGDAS to identify autism spectrum profiles. We specialize in working with individuals who have complex or overlapping needs and provide clear, strengths-based feedback to support understanding and next steps. Our team is also trained in the focused therapy sessions like the SPACE model, developed at Yale, to guide parents of children with anxiety and related needs.