Therapists for college students near Duke University

Helping ADHD brains thrive - Trauma recovery with EMDR - LGBTQ+ affirming. You’ve been doing your best to keep it together, but your brain won’t slow down, the past still hits hard, or you’re tired of trying to explain your identity. If you feel scattered, stuck, or just plain exhausted—you're not alone. I help people like you find clarity, healing, and practical tools to move forward. I blend Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused strategies, and EMDR (when it’s a good fit) to help you create real change. We’ll challenge old patterns, take practical steps forward, and when appropriate, use EMDR to gently reprocess painful memories and shift the beliefs that keep you stuck. Therapy with me is collaborative, down-to-earth, and supportive—expect compassion, real talk, and plenty of space for laughter along the way. You don’t have to do this alone! If you’re ready to feel more grounded, focused, or just more you, let’s talk. I offer a free 15-minute consultation so we can see if we’re a good fit. You can reach out by phone or email—whatever feels easiest. I’m here when you’re ready.

Come to terms with the past & change your life for the better. Whether the issue is depression, anxiety, failed relationships, work/school stress, or just life in general, we can help you sort it out. Working together, we will clarify goals, identify your strengths/challenges, and customize a strategy for lasting change. Don't let ongoing problems and unproductive approaches keep you from the life you envision & deserve!

I don't know everything, but I do know how anxiety, perfectionism, and OCD can easily take over. Whether you're managing overwhelming anxiety, intrusive thoughts, phobias, OCD, or perfectionism, I can help—and real progress is possible. I help college students and young adults navigate anxiety with proven, practical tools that bring meaningful change. As a licensed therapist in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Massachusetts, and North Carolina, I bring over 15 years of experience to my work. I use evidence-based approaches like Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to create treatment plans tailored to your specific needs and goals. My style is supportive, straightforward, and focused on action. Whether you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or unsure of what to do next, we’ll work together to help you move forward—with confidence. You don’t have to let anxiety run the show. If you are ready to get to work and make changes please reach out. Let’s take the next step—together.

Are you craving a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are? Maybe you’re navigating anxiety, trauma, burnout, or late-discovered neurodivergence — and you're tired of masking, doubting, or feeling like you’re too much. If so, I want you to know: you’re not broken. You’re becoming. I work with Autistic and ADHD adults (especially late-diagnosed), highly sensitive people, and anyone healing from trauma or learning to trust themselves again. I offer EMDR and a neurodivergent-affirming, trauma-informed approach that honors your pace, your truth, and your nervous system. You don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. You’re allowed to be exactly where you are. If you’re ready to explore what life can look like when you stop hiding and start healing, I’d be honored to walk with you.

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Hi, my name is Richard Howard and I am one of the licensed counselors here at Wright's Care Counseling Services. As the one setting up this account, I feel that it's necessary to include the practice as a whole rather than simply myself in case you as a patient have specific preferences as to who you would like to work with. Feel free to check it out and learn more about our practice. We provide in-office and telehealth (phone or zoom) counseling sessions and have offices in Greensboro, Asheboro, and Winston-Salem. We take private insurances as well as Medicaid.

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Are you struggling with where you are headed and where you want to be in life? Are the pressures of performing in and out of the classroom or gym weighing heavily on you? Is your past and present life and relational trauma making you feel stuck? Tides of Change PLLC is here to help. Brittany is the owner and therapist of Tides of Change PLLC. Brittany has over 8 years of experience working with adolescents and young adults who are seeking help for anxiety, career and life transitions, and trauma. She uses a person centered, trauma informed approach and is also trained in attachment focused EMDR. Brittany was also a Division 1 college athlete and understands the performance pressures associated with being a student-athlete inside and outside of the classroom. Brittany is looking forward to working with you during this transitional phase of your life. Hope to see you soon.

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Change is uncomfortable and life can be intense. Therapy is a great place to land, unpack, and regroup. If you're struggling with dealing with strong feelings, I may be able to help. I specialize in helping people deal with anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief so they can live the life they want.

Tara has an energetic laugh that puts clients at ease and enjoys playfully incorporating her love of sarcasm into her work with her clients. She has been known to lovingly call people out on their “bologna” when she hears it and is a great accountability partner. Tara is also incredibly empathetic and provides a warm and safe environment and a quiet listening ear when the situation calls for it. Noticing and reading nonverbal communication and body language is a skill Tara possesses in spades so she often learns a lot even from things that go unsaid. Tara is judgement free and she encourages you to be genuine and authentic. Tara is passionate about working with young adults who are struggling with life transitions or adjustments and those who experience anxiety due to "trying to do it all" and trying to be "everything for everyone". She knows and understands the pressures that our society puts on young adults and aims to help them regain control of the chaos and find some peace. Tara also loves guiding clients towards healing relationships and teaching more effective communication- whether it be with your spouse, a family member, or a co-worker/boss. Through their work together, Tara and her clients work to find tools and skills to improve the areas a client can change and ultimately work towards self-acceptance.

Hi there, welcome to my profile. My name is Markia Hearst and I am a clinical social worker providing therapy in North Carolina. The services I provide are tailored to young adults dealing with past trauma, anxiety, depression, racial trauma, and life transitions. My style is laid back, warm, and professional. I hope to provide a safe space for you to be genuinely you without fear of nonacceptance. Feel free to reach out for a free consultation to see if we are a good fit for one another. I'm looking forward to meeting you.

If you’ve landed here you are probably seeking connection, and hope to find the right professional to support you. Something has gotten in the way, or you’ve lost your way to a life that is rich and meaningful. It may be about fractured relationship, debilitating emotional struggles, over-reliance on a substance, the grip of social media, the persistence of trauma, or elusive life balance. Or you may wish to deepen progress you’ve already made in making a life worth living. I offer the wisdom and skills that come from over 30 years working in mental health. My 20+ years as a licensed therapist have included direct work with people of all ages and in all combinations, often as I also served in leadership positions in residential programs. My primary approach is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), including ACT for Trauma. Depending on what is useful, I weave elements of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. The work I do is informed by Buddhist Psychology, and often includes guidance in the use of specific meditation techniques to bring clarity and growth. My own life has been enriched by my experience as a person in long-term recovery, my dedicated mindfulness/meditation practice, and my immersion in the outdoors wherever my travels take me.

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I specialize in working with adults & teens struggling with mood disorders, depression, self-harm, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma and personality disorders to replace problem behaviors with positive coping skills through Dialectical Behavior Therapy. DBT is helpful for those struggling with managing emotions & stress. I also run DBT Groups for adults & teens. I also have a subspecialty in perinatal mental health including during PPD/PPA, pregnancy, postpartum, loss and PPD in spouses. I have a Masters in Social Work at Rutgers University. I believe that therapy should be client-centered, non-judgmental and at your pace. I hope to inspire you to make change in their life, work towards your goals, process life events and build useful coping skills. I can help you be in control of your emotions, manage stress without problem behaviors and be present in your life. Please feel free to reach out via phone, email or message so that we can chat about how I can be helpful!

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified eating disorders specialist with over fifteen years experience providing therapy. My practice focuses on anxiety, life transitions and women's issues with speciality in body image, eating disorders and relationship issues. College can be an equally exciting and anxiety provoking time in life. I have experience with helping students navigate this and develop skills to handle challenges in the years to come.

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Viva is a multi-state mental health practice with a focus on holistic treatment. We believe health looks different on everyone and work closely with clients to develop therapy sessions that work for them and their individual needs. We take a social justice and culturally competent approach to therapy and provide inclusive, accessible sessions with affordable fees.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor whose purpose is to create a secure space for you as the client to embrace where you are emotionally, in order to gain awareness, process and develop solutions. This is accomplished with a collaboration of commitment and investment to oneself and the process. Your voice is important and honored in the counseling process as we work together to discover new paths to wellness.