Therapists for college students near Durham, NC

I'm a clinical psychologist who works with college students to improve mood, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. I can help you understand your unique situation, find a healthier new perspective, and develop the tools you need to alleviate your suffering and keep it from returning. I draw on a number of therapy traditions to address depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, difficult adjustments, interpersonal/family relationship problems, stress, and more. Together we will explore your unique history and experience, face your challenges, and build self-worth while preserving your dignity and independence.

Welcome to our practice — a place where you are seen, heard, and supported. With over 20 years of combined experience, our team is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to individuals, couples, and families from all walks of life. We believe healing happens in safe, inclusive spaces, and we strive to create a welcoming environment for people of all identities, backgrounds, and experiences. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or simply seeking personal growth, we are here to walk alongside you. Our clinicians bring diverse specialties and lived experiences to the work, allowing us to offer tailored support that meets you where you are. You are not alone — and you don’t have to do this alone. We’re honored to be part of your journey.

Hey there! At Mindful Collaboration, we get that college life is a lot—it’s exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming trying to juggle school, relationships, work, and everything in between. We’re here to support you with a team of down-to-earth therapists who know what it's like to feel the weight of all those expectations. Using approaches like Somatic Experiencing and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, we’ll help you learn practical tools for managing stress, dealing with anxiety, and navigating life’s challenges. Whether you’re looking to boost your confidence, feel more grounded, or just talk things through, we’re here to make sure you feel heard and supported every step of the way.

Elizabeth Bilisoly is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2020. She has an undergraduate degree from Guilford College in Interpersonal Communication and a dual Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Addiction and Recovery Counseling from Liberty University. Elizabeth has experience with providing counseling services to a variety of individuals, particularly clients suffering from trauma. Additionally, she is experienced in working with teenagers and adults with issues such as anxiety, depression, and adjustment/life changes. Elizabeth is trained in EMDR and utilizes multiple modalities to meet clients where they are. When not at work, Elizabeth enjoys time on her farm, crocheting and anything outside.

Tiffany Mosley is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2023. Tiffany provides a safe and inviting approach to achieve mental wellness for her clients. She encourages a symbiotic relationship with her clients using evidence-based practices which promote a holistic approach to healing. Tiffany will work through challenges, trauma, and behavior patterns with clients to help improve the quality of life that they seek. In her free time, Tiffany enjoys the outdoors, camping, gardening, and water activities. She also loves cooking and traveling. She is somewhat adventurous and enjoys trying new things. She has a wonderful sense of humor and laughs often. She finds a great deal of fulfillment through community service and activism.

Fay White is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2020. With her life experience, education, and training, Fay can help clients heal from trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and other problems by teaching them how to challenge and reframe distorted thoughts and beliefs, find and implement solutions, regulate emotions using somatic practices, and by walking through their healing journey with them. Fay is a registered yoga teacher and uses complementary practices such as breathing exercises, meditation, and mindfulness to help clients reset and stabilize their nervous system.

Laura Haynes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2019. Laura is a trauma-focused and strengths-based clinician who is committed to meeting people where they are. CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing are also utilized often. When not at work, Laura enjoys being outside, being with people she loves, being near animals, reading, cooking, and learning new things.

Audra Vann is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2019. She has an B.A. Liberal Studies with a minor in French from California State University of San Bernardino (summa cum laude with highest honors, special recognition from the School of Communication for Excellence in Journalism), an M. A. Special Education with a concentration in Assistive Technology (summa cum laude with highest honors), and an M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in trauma and crisis (summa cum laude with highest honors). Some people experience more trauma than others. Success in therapy is feeling comfortable telling Audra what's working for you"?but also what isn't working. It's about what you can accomplish together to help you face hardship and emerge stronger and with greater purpose. That doesn't mean your worst day is behind you. But Audra would like the opportunity to help you see the path that makes sense to you, and to provide you with tools that will help you daily. There is no handbook to make things easier, but there is a cooperation between you and Audra that forges strength out of your individuality and empowers you to see through the chaos into the calm.

Jearilyn Singleton is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2021. She has a BS in Human Development and Family Studies from UNC-Greensboro, an MS in Child Development and Family Relations from East Carolina University, and an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pfeiffer University. Knowing the importance of the therapeutic alliance, Jearilyn forms really strong connections with her clients. She creates a safe, judgement free environment that offers them a space to be honest in sharing their story with her. And Jearilyn reassures her clients that they are no longer on the journey alone, she is there to support them every step of the way in whatever way they need. Outside of work, Jearilyn enjoys spending time with friends and family, reading, listening to music, dancing, and watching true crime documentaries.

Mindi M. Perry, LCSW Mindi M. Perry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina who has been practicing since 1989. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology and a Master's Degree in of Social Work. Mindi has extensive experience providing training and supervision to foster parents, licensed clinical social workers, medical professionals, and graduate level students. She endorses a strengths-based approach when providing therapy and believes in the potential of her patients. Mindi is person-centered and embraces a holistic point of view, focusing on the social, emotional, and physical well-being of others. She strives to empower her patients through establishing long term therapeutic relationships that promote personal growth, improved mental health, and overall success. In her spare time, Mindi enjoys golf, gardening, bird watching, exercise, cooking, and quality time with family.

Daniel L. Fish is a Psychiatrist in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2020. He earned degrees at North Carolina State University and Virginia Tech Carilion Medical School, and completed his Psychiatry Residency at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Daniel considers himself a down-to-earth and personable Psychiatrist with a combination of life experience and excellent training. He specializes in discerning the impact of how life situations, medical conditions, and biochemical brain imbalances can commonly manifest psychiatrically in conditions such as anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and sleep disturbance. Daniel believes strongly in the mind-body connection and the impact of skills that can be learned through different modalities of therapy. Daniel is trained in pharmacotherapeutic management of psychiatric conditions and also utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in his standard practice depending on the psychiatric presentation.

Robert Townsend is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina with three years of experience. He holds a Master of Divinity from Wake Forest University School of Divinity and a Master of Social Work from Radford University. Robert believes that the relationship between the client and the therapist is one of the most powerful factors to successful therapy and approaching the client with "unconditional positive regard" is of utmost importance if a client is going to feel comfortable in working with a therapist. Along with a person-centered approach, he relies on using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address many issues that clients seek help for. Robert is also well versed in the spiritual concepts of many faiths, with mainstream Christianity and Buddhism being his strongest areas of expertise, and he works with each client to formulate a plan of care that will address their individual needs.

Dr. Kenya Windley is a Psychiatrist in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2020. She has an MD from The Brody School of Medicine at ECU and a BSBA and Master of Accounting from Kenan Flagler Business School at UNC-Chapel Hill. Dr. Windley is interested in the whole person and recognizes that there are so many components that can affect a person's quality of life and mental health. She takes time to listen to each of her patients to gain a better understanding of what is happening in their lives to make better decisions regarding the care she provides. It is Dr. Windley's goal to meet people where they are and work together to get them where they need to be. Outside of work, Dr. Windley's absolute favorite thing to do is eat, with reading fiction a close second! She enjoys trying new cuisines, but Asian food is her favorite. Outside of eating and reading, she enjoys volunteering in her community and advocating for the concerns of those who have mental health challenges.

Tiffany Corbett is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2017. She has a BA in Psychology and Sociology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She has an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Concentration in Substance Abuse Counseling from North Carolina Central University. Tiffany believes in meeting the client where they're at, being their equal, and seeing treatment as a partnership. In her spare time, Tiffany enjoys listening to music, singing, watching sports, watching movies, spending time with her cats, spending time with family, reading, cooking, baking, traveling, and going on walks.

Let's be honest, finding the RIGHT therapist isn't always easy. With fewer than 15% of therapists being minorities, it can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. We get it...the struggle is real. Whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, major life changes, sexuality, gender identity...or just trying to make it through the day, we’re here for you. At NxtStep, our goal is to provide a space for you to share your raw emotions and feel safe, heard, and understood. There’s no better feeling than sitting with someone who shares similar lived experiences and has the skills necessary to help you move forward in life. What's better than having a therapist who "just get's it"? In a world where we can feel like the odd man out, we pride ourselves on providing a judgment-free environment where you feel welcomed and fully accepted. Together, we will find the solutions you need to take you where you want to go. Let us walk with you as you make the next step toward the life you desire. You won’t regret it.

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Carolina Behavioral Care is an outpatient psychiatric practice serving families and individuals of all ages - from children and adolescents to senior adults throughout the Piedmont and Sandhills region of North Carolina. Each clinic has multi-disciplinary staff equipped to assess and treat general psychiatric conditions with an array of services and therapies. We offer a balanced program of psychiatric, psychological, and medical services in a comfortable setting. Our teams of specialists combine their training, experience, skills, and compassion to treat child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric challenges.