Therapists in Chapel Hill, NC

Accepting New Clients: Each and every person has a unique story to share. I believe it takes an abundance of courage to seek services, to share that story, and to be transparent about the daily battles in one's life. Whether it may be the constant battles, burdens, or challenges, together, we can work towards success. I believe as a Mental Health Provider, I have an important role in changing lives by helping clients overcome their challenges and by leaving a positive impact through my services.

Accepting New Clients - Together we will discover the blockages and limitations that are holding you back from living your best life. As you walk us through your process, resentment transforms into forgiveness. Shame into self compassion. And from confusion, find clarity. By grounding yourself in the present moment using the tools that you were born with, you will discover new ways of existing in your every day life that bring you closer to living out your purpose and experiencing sincere happiness and fulfillment. My role is to facilitate your path as you find your way back home to yourself.

The clients I serve find themselves being negatively impacted by unfortunate experiences in their lives. The three most prevalent commonalities are anxiety, stress, and prolonged feelings of sadness or depression. These symptoms can be accompanied by experiences of loss; loss of appetite, money, function, energy, employment, relationships, and oftentimes pleasure. This psychological distress can be rooted in fear, guilt, loneliness, disappointment, anger, resentment, and simple dissatisfaction.

"I want you to get excited about who you are, what you are, what you have, and what can still be for you." - Virginia Satir. I am passionate about helping people and their loved ones connect with hope and positive change. I use a collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach in working with adult individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in areas related to substance misuse, ongoing family conflict, codependence, trauma, and recovery. Fortunately you can learn to cope in healthy ways, heal, and overcome these challenges--and you don't have to do it alone.

I'm so busy, I'm overwhelmed, I'm so burned out, I have a lot going on right now. If you have ever used one or more of the previous statement therapy may be for you. I work with clients to explore ways in which stress, anxiety, and burnout impact our lives and how we can navigate them successfully. I strive to meet the needs of each client in the areas of anxiety, depression, grief/loss, imposter syndrome, lgbtqia+ issues, self esteem, racial/ ethnic identity concerns, social justice, and trauma. I love helping people step in their greatness.

Hello! My name is Donna Murray and I look forward to connecting with you. I’ve had the joy of working in the counseling field for over 25 years in multiple settings including: private practice, inpatient and outpatient, home-based, school-based and residential detox. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the states of Ohio, West Virginia and North Carolina and have been offering counseling services since 1996. Currently, I also serve on the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction & Prevention Professionals.

To mindfully awaken is to become conscious in the here and now while integrating all of our experiences before this moment in time. This practice of living courageously, authentically, with non-judgmental awareness, while embracing our worthiness, helps us live a fuller life. Specializing in somatic psychotherapy with adults, my therapeutic approach draws from Somatic Experiencing, Attachment Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, DBT-informed therapy, as well as the research of Brené Brown.

MOTIVATE Counseling & Coaching, a mental health & personal improvement practice, helps you get where you want to be. We often view growth & learning positively but stress & discomfort negatively. The reality is they are inherently connected. You are the expert of your life & no one is better able to determine what is best for you than you. Whether past traumas, current stressors, future worries, inability to follow through, or reluctance to take that “next step”…MOTIVATE will help process & develop a healthier understanding of what has occurred in your life, clarify what you want, understand barriers & overcome them.

Congratulations! You have chosen to seek help. It is important to find a therapist you can build a relationship with. I am described as an interactive, insightful, intuitive, genuine, non-judgemental therapist. My expertise comes from a unique balance of professional and personal training and experience. I have a passion for what I do and love coming to work everyday. I would love to join you in getting where you want to be. I am a cognitive behavioral therapist with a family systems perspective. I add compassion-focused, culturally sensitive, attachment-based therapy with a solution focus, to fit each person's individuality.

Currently ONLY accepting virtual clients. I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over fifteen years of experience, and I am a Certified Anxiety Treatment Professional. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, body or relationship issues, I believe I can help you. My therapeutic approach is client centered, conversational and insight-oriented with a foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Whether you are looking for long or short-term therapy I am confident I can give you the tools to help you achieve your goals.

I am a creative humanist. As an experiential psychotherapist, I join with you in your life-in-process to support your self-awareness, healing, and growth. I engage with your whole person - body, mind, being - your unique "me". Life change, moods, relationships, work, health, recovery are my focus. Rather than lean into pathology, I value your intelligence, ways of expression, learning and strategies. Using facts, metaphor, lived experience, humor, honesty you'll see your own best way through. I tailor my tools to your person/couple/family's needs. You gain objective and compassionate insights, and new tools for thriving.

I am not currently accepting new clients. You made it to the most difficult part: reaching out. Beginning to look for support can often be the hardest step toward meaning, connection, and emotional wellness. I would be honored to hold space for you. Some people seek therapy to have life feel more fulfilling and to get closer to their authentic selves. Others may be struggling with emotions and stress, and want strategies to reduce the effects of grief or trauma. I enjoy working with people seeking these fundamental needs in life, using an open, relational approach, joining with people on their journey.

Does life feel heavy right now? Are you feeling overwhelmed or struggling with taking the slightest step forward? Stress can seem unrelenting and never ending. Trauma can seem staggering and unbearable. Whatever the challenges -great or small- if life has you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed, stuck, or shattered; and you are looking to grow, gain clarity and clear footing, or just to maintain your overall mental well-being, ICARE is a great place to start your journey.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate in the state of NC, and received my Masters of Social Work at UNC Chapel Hill. I have experience working at inpatient behavioral health settings, hospital systems, multidisciplinary collaborative care clinics, and in private practice. I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR (trauma),and utilize other therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational Interviewing, talk-therapy, and solution-focused. I am proud to serve clients with a wide rage of ages (early adolescence through older adulthood), and from a wide range of backgrounds.

I enjoy counseling individuals with a focus on personal growth, social connections, and wellness action planning. I typically work with children, youth, families, and adults at better managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, and family conflict. I utilize eclectic approaches to play therapy, mindfulness, self-esteem enhancement, and cognitive behavioral therapy.

As a therapist and life coach, my goal is to help you feel both empowered and at peace with yourself and your life and to guide you on a positive path to growth and well-being. Through our work together, I seek to help you uncover your true self, find your voice, & align your values & life choices. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Simultaneously I will introduce you to tools and strategies that may help you better navigate the stress and anxiety of life and hopefully enable you to experience greater peace, joy, and well being. 

I specialize in helping women of all ages navigate life transitions. I will help you to listen to your own voice to make choices that align with who you truly are. Sometimes those choices can be challenging, complex and different than what you might have expected. You don't have to travel this journey alone, and will come through it stronger, clearer and more at peace with your decisions. You can read more about my work and experiences on my website: www.LisaBaronLCSW.com, and feel free to email me with questions.

Healing our souls and achieving emotional wellness and stability is a journey, beginning with the step one first takes to address life stressors and changes, mental health concerns, trauma and/or grief related concerns to move toward living life more fully and with a sense of gratitude and greater understanding. I am passionate about working with clients toward this pursuit of positive change, emotional wellness, healing and stability.

Are you feeling stuck in your life? Unsure of how to change things for the better? Are you struggling with perfectionism, self-esteem, anxiety, adjusting to new or difficult life experiences? It can be overwhelming and isolating when you’re struggling emotionally. If you or your adolescent can relate to these experiences, there is hope. As a therapist I have to come to understand my clients needs and believe in the following: you can increase Self-acceptance, create positive change through your own Wisdom and begin to heal with the support of an Authentic and Nurturing therapeutic relationship. S.W.A.N. is more than just a name.