Addiction is a treatable, chronic disease. Genetics, brain chemistry, environmental factors, and life experiences all play a role in the disease, and past trauma is often at the root of many addictions. For many who struggle with addiction, it can be helpful to know that risk factors and levels vary by person, but like any chronic condition, focusing on the cause and the symptoms in treatment offer the best chance for recovery.
Begin Your Search for a Mental Health Professional Who Specializes in Addiction
Feeling stressed? Whether life or trauma, I strive to help my clients regain a positive outlook, as well as rebuilding their strength and resiliency to face life’s challenges and stressors. I offer a safe environment for individuals to work through past hurts, find freedom from ongoing struggles, grow in their true self, and thrive in their lives and relationships. I will help you to develop...
Whether mental distress manifests as substance abuse, anxiety, depression, relationship issues or life event stressors, understanding the nature of the mind itself and developing coping techniques to calm waves of agitation is of paramount importance. As mental distress is diminished through counseling techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfuln...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Life Coach. My approach to therapy is to help clients identify, understand, and ultimately change the areas in their lives that have contributed to emotional and relationship pain. I deeply believe that to have the breakthrough we need in current relationships we must understand our history and how it profoundly colors and impacts us as...
*No current availability* Things in life aren't going how you want? Are you stressed all the time? Maybe you feel sad, mad, or lost, and others don't understand. Sometimes life looks okay from the outside, but it doesn't feel that way. Has your relationship changed and you're not sure how to fix it? I'm here to help! Let's look at what you want, what you need, and how we can work together to he...
Why do relationships seem so hard? Are you feeling hopeless about your situation? The good news is - you don't have to face life's difficulties alone. Everyone struggles at times, and friends and family may not be of help. You need an objective, emotionally supportive therapist to help you look at what works and what doesn't. We won't change what is already working, instead we will identify and...
Sometimes the difficulties that bring us to therapy can cause us to feel broken, afraid, or hopeless. It is a privilege to assist you in realizing your innate wholeness and courage. I approach the therapy relationship with a genuine, compassionate, and non-judgmental style. I work best with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, emotion dysregulation, self...
Are you ready to invest and give back to yourself? Are the pressures in your life overwhelming you? Do you need a safe space to let it all go? Therapy can be that place. I will work with you to unpack all of the things that are weighing you down, and we can decide together what to re-pack into your life. I work with individuals, couples, and with people dealing with substance use concerns. Let'...
Hey, there! Tired of the same 'ol same 'ol? Are you ready for some real answers and understanding? Do you feel like you're drowning, have exhausted your resources, and struggle to find the right approach to help your child become successful? Are you tired of making crisis calls and med changes? I've got some great news for you. Support is here. I understand and I'm happy to help. Change IS...
Are you feeling stressed, problems communicating, or emotionally disconnected? Do you have frequent moments of sadness, frustration, or constantly struggling to get through each day? I can help you by providing a safe non-judgmental space for you to gain awareness, increase self-worth, build relationship skills, and work with you to decrease feelings of anxiety or depression. I am a Licensed...
I believe we all have the capacity to learn, grow, heal and create long-lasting change. We hold the innate ability to discover and realize our true potential and live an authentic life in line with our deepest values. I view therapy as a shared, supportive, compassionate journey that can help you tune into your authentic self, develop attainable goals and work toward sustainable, meaningful...
Hello, I am a licensed clinical addiction specialist associate located in Durham, North Carolina. I work with individuals, couples and families seeking healing from difficulties related to substance use. Over the past ten years I have had the privilege of working with teenagers, adults, and families in clinical and community-based settings. I take a strengths based approach and value joining yo...
I enjoy working with clients of all ages and genders. Most of my early experience is with children, adolescents, and families. However, I have been working with adults on individual and couples issues for many years. I also have a lot of experience working with clients on addictions especially drugs and alcohol issues. I work will with clients that have anxiety, depression, and behavioral issue...
We often find ourselves acting, feeling and thinking in ways that seem automatic, and no longer under our control. These feelings and actions are familiar, but aren't satisfying and are not working for us anymore. Together we can create other ways to respond to your life that will be more fulfilling. The focus of my practice is with adolescents and adults. I have a special interest in working w...
I bring an integrated approach to the therapeutic process and seek to meet individuals where they are currently at. I strive to provide an empathetic, non-judgmental, secure environment for clients to safely explore all aspects of life. With over 10 years of experience advocating, counseling and teaching I am comfortable working with a broad range of clientele. I am trained in a variety of...
If you find yourself stuck, either in your own thoughts, muddling through complicated feelings or in your ability to connect with those around you, I would feel privileged to work with you and help you reach a meaningful breakthrough. If the quality of your life is undermined by depression, anxiety, pain or confusion please reach out and let's meet and see what we can do so that you return to...
