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Therapists for college students near Durham, NC

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Barbara Martin
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina practicing for almost 20 years. Serving the mental health needs of all community members is very important to me and the reason why I have become a strong advocate for equitable care for everyone. I have worked in various mental health settings through the years, primarily serving individuals who have experienced trauma, adversity, grief, depression, and anxiety. My compassion for people, years of working in demanding environments, and close connections to the military have allowed me to easily make connections and support others in their journey. I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practice providing high-quality care covered by multiple insurances. Evernorth Behavioral Care Group is a behavioral health provider group in-network with Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth. For my availability, please reach out to Octave’s team by emailing or calling.

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Nicole Atkinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

I received my master’s degree in social work from the University of South Carolina. My post-graduate work focuses predominately on child welfare, specifically working with young children, young adolescents, and their families who have experienced trauma within their homes. I also have considerable experience working with numerous populations. It’s important to know that I’m passionate about helping people overcome barriers and recognizing their strengths while assisting them with life crises. The gift of effective communication and understanding is so important in helping others achieve positive outcomes. I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practice providing high-quality care covered by multiple insurances. Evernorth Behavioral Care Group is a behavioral health provider group in-network with Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth. For my availability, please reach out to Octave’s team by emailing or calling.

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Elizabeth Bilisoly, LCMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

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.

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CBT Counseling of North Carolina
Group practice
Asheville, NC
Accepting new clients

When it comes to mental health and well-being, the truth is, most people deal with their own unique set of challenges. At CBT Counseling Centers, we strive to offer the height of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you be and feel your best and have been doing so for nearly two decades. No two persons are alike. As such, we pride ourselves on offering science-driven, customized treatment and treatment plans to achieve optimum health and well-being for you and your loved ones. If you are looking to taking that next step in mental wellness, we are glad. Because help and healing are closer than you think

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Mindi Perry, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

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.

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Audra Vann, LCMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

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.

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Mindful Collaboration
Group practice
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

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.

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Demah Payne III
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

Living with anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma can make even simple tasks feel exhausting and leave you feeling disconnected from yourself. In therapy, we’ll gently explore the root of your struggles, identify patterns that keep you stuck, and build healthy coping strategies. My goal is to help you feel grounded, empowered, and free to create a life that feels meaningful and truly your own. I blend CBT to challenge unhelpful thoughts, person-centered therapy to create a safe, validating space, and narrative therapy to help clients rewrite the stories shaped by anxiety, depression, and trauma—empowering them to reclaim control, build resilience, and move toward healing with clarity and confidence. I understand no two individuals are the same, and tailor our sessions together to address challenges unique to you. We will work together to understand the root cause of your struggles and address them with strategies, helping you get closer to the life you’ve always wanted. Step Into Your Greatness

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McKee Collaborative Therapy
Group practice
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

McKee Collaborative Therapy offers therapy, testing to address a wide range of questions, as well as parenting and executive functioning coaching. Our approach is neurodivergent-affirming, LGBTQIA+ affirming, strengths-based, and evidence-based. We work with children, adolescents, adults, and families, and prioritize ethical, person-centered practice that honors each client’s unique identities, needs, and lived experiences. Common concerns and questions we address include: anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD/executive functioning issues, Specific Learning Disorders, relationship and communication challenges, life transitions, stress, grief, disability and identity exploration, substance use concerns, spirituality, parenting, and behavioral challenges, and much more. If you're unsure where to start, please reach out for a free consultation and we'll help you navigate your options!

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Elaina Hernandez/Empowered Haven Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

Hi, I’m Elaina, a bilingual (Spanish/English), trauma-informed therapist who works virtually with college students navigating anxiety, family stress, cultural identity, and past trauma. I’m here for students who may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck trying to manage school, relationships, and expectations, especially first-gen students, students of color, LGBTQIA+ students, and those who carry the weight of childhood or generational trauma. You don’t have to sort through it all alone. My approach is gentle, supportive, and empowering. We’ll go at your pace and focus on what matters most to you, whether that’s setting boundaries, healing from the past, or finding your voice. Therapy with me is a space where all parts of you are welcome.

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Markovits Counseling
Group practice
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

We believe that while pain is unavoidable in life, suffering is not. Everyone suffers in different ways and for different reasons. Suffering that comes as a result of trauma or mental illnesses can be changed. There is relief. We can help you find that relief. We have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with a wide range of disorders including depression, anxiety, psychosis, PTSD, and personality disorders. Our experience also includes work with high-risk behaviors, including substance abuse, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts.

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Alex Cooke
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

If you've found your way here, something in you is already reaching toward healing. That takes courage. And I don't take that lightly. Maybe you're the one everyone else leans on. The one who keeps it together at work, at home, in every room that needs you while quietly wondering when someone is going to show up for you. Maybe you've been carrying the weight of trauma, navigating anxiety or depression, or simply running on empty for so long that you can't quite remember what full felt like. You don't have to keep doing it alone. I'm Alexandria "Alex" Cooke, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and I created this space specifically for high achieving women, women of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, caregivers, and teens 16+ who are ready to stop surviving and start living. I know this world firsthand and I built this practice because I believe the people who spend their lives holding space for others deserve a space of their own. Here, you are not too much. You are not broken. You are not behind. You are a whole person who has been through real things and healing is not only possible for you, it is something you are already moving toward just by being here. No judgment. No pressure. No timeline that isn't yours. You belong here. Let's begin.

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Beata Krembuszewski
Pre-Licensed Professional
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

Please visit my profile to learn more about my services.

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Lifeologie Counseling Raleigh & Durham
Group practice
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

At Lifeologie Counseling Raleigh & Durham, we bring creative solutions to stuck problems. Our first mission is to help you find the right therapist for your unique needs. We want you to get connected with the right therapist for you, and our creative, collaborative team of counselors work together to help you navigate the complexities of your life. We offer multiple specialties and therapy styles for individuals, couples, families and students of all ages.

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Kristin Dewan
Licensed Professional Counselor
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

My clients often want a place where they don’t have to perform or explain everything perfectly. They’re dealing with stress, transitions, or relationship struggles and want support that feels real, supportive, and down to earth.

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Kayla Cornew
Pre-Licensed Professional
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

I want counseling to be a positive and collaborative experience for everyone who steps through my door. I primarily work with adults and young adults to address a variety of symptoms, including ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, intellectual disabilities, OCD, substance use, and more. Together, we will work toward embracing your differences and using your strengths to help accomplish your goals. I use an eclectic approach to counseling, meaning that I use methods from a variety of disciplines based on what will benefit each unique person. Some of the disciplines that I often draw from include CBT, DBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing. You are the expert in your own life, I am here to help you reach your full potential and achieve your goals. My ultimate goal is to make you feel safe, comfortable, and free from judgement during our sessions. Creating a space where you can be your true, authentic self is one of my top priorities. I believe that sessions should be a collaborative space full of honesty, genuineness, and even some humor at times.

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Kristin Huang
Psychologist
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

Welcome to my practice. Please see my website, drkristinhuang.com, for details.

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Joseph Barnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

Sometimes things happen that affect the way we see the world, the way we treat people, and the way we think about ourselves. This can happen to anyone. Sometimes, when life knocks you down, it can be tough getting back up. I help people get up. I currently specialize in relationship counseling not limited to intimate partner relationships, but also everyday interactions i.e., working, organizational, non-traditional, casual, mutually beneficial, and structural. I commonly assist with communication which is a major underlying issue found within relationship dysfunction. My preferred methodologies for treatment are Gestalt therapy, Autogenic Training, CBT, Existential Therapy, and grief counseling. My strengths lie in understanding, compassion, mutual respect, and experience. I am able to channel levels of comprehension in the following areas: Abandonment, depression, low self-esteem, jealousy, forgiveness, lack of trust, relationship strain, and everyday challenges. Other areas of proficiency include coping with life changes, communication problems, divorce and separation, emptiness, and intimacy-related issues.

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DHARMA COUNSELING SERVICES, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

Dharma Counseling is committed to providing exceptional care to all individuals who seek out support and assistance. Our aim is to promote awareness, build on motivation, and enhance skills needed to live a happy and fulfilling life free from the bondage of addiction through individual, family and community efforts. We believe that asking for help is not a sign of weakness, it is a sign of strength and a brave first step towards change.. DCS offers flexible treatment options for individuals who are dealing with mental health and substance abuse disorders. This facility specializes in individual and group counseling for folks with mental health and addiction challenges. We strive to provide each client with their own individual treatment needs, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Therapy with a strength-based emphasis. Our areas of expertise include, comprehensive clinical assessment, counseling folks with depression, anxiety, anger management, trauma, grief/loss, chemical dependency, emotion regulation and interpersonal issues. We provide DWI/DUI assessment and counseling services both virtually and in-person.

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Courtney Hart
Group practice
Durham, NC
Accepting new clients

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or just plain down? It's okay to not be okay. Many college students experience mental health challenges, and you're not alone. Our counseling services are here to help you navigate these tough times. We offer a safe and confidential space where you can talk about your feelings, learn coping strategies, and find support.

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