Therapists in Raleigh, NC

Do you ever feel like you're losing yourself amidst the seasons of life, such as new parenthood, changing careers, or adjusting to college? Perhaps you're feeling stuck and overwhelmed with daily tasks or struggling to cope with a recent loss. Whatever your reason for being here, I'm glad that you're taking the first step towards finding support and regaining your confidence. My expertise lies in assisting motivated adults and couples navigate significant life changes by empowering them to be more attuned to their emotions and develop supportive skills towards self-acceptance and "wholeness".

I'm Hillary, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have several years of experience in work with children & teens as well as with parents and families. I strive to bring a style of therapy that is authentic & relatable to my clients. I take a personal approach when working with each client which allows me to greater understand the struggles they experience. I provide support & education to parents to nurture the therapeutic process. I also enjoy working with young adults & offer therapy services to those seeking support & guidance through the transition of adulthood that can often be accompanied by stress and tribulations.

It never ceases to amaze me how beautifully unique we all are, and at the most fundamental level, how much we have in common. We all strive for belonging and accomplishment, to be seen and heard. We all have the capacity to fully engage with this human experience: the highs and the lows and everything in between. To decide that you would like counseling, does not imply that you are "sick" or "abnormal." It implies that you are aware. You are aware that you want more, aware that there is a potential wanting to be fulfilled, or aware of a hurt that wants to heal.

There is space for you here! I am a first-generation Latinx bilingual LCSW. I specialize in first-generation issues, perinatal and reproductive health, parenting, and those struggling with life transitions. I am passionate about working with BIPOC folks and the LGBTQ community. I focus in working with woman-identified people, pregnant parents, and those exploring mother and parental relationships. I am a 200 RYT registered yoga teacher and bring movement and mindfulness into therapy. My goal is to support clients by centering their experiences and truths. I help people find their way back to themselves

Children and adolescents are wonderfully unique, and as such, require an individualized treatment approach designed to celebrate their strengths and target areas for continued growth. My approach to assessment and treatment emphasizes the role and contributions of important individuals and caregivers in each child's life, and these individuals are invited to participate in treatment. It is as a team that we will reach our goals for your child's well-being and success.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker /Therapist (LCSW) Board Certified in NC. I have over 20 years of experience in the fields of Mental Health and Substance Abuse. I provide Individual and Family Counseling and work with all populations such as children, adolescents and adults. My goal as a therapist is to create a supportive, non-judgmental environment in which my clients can explore their emotional needs, discuss behavioral issues and overcome barriers that limit their full potential. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and strengths based approach in my work with individuals and families

It’s no secret that there are times when we all become overwhelmed, feel down, or we just don’t know where to turn. There are also times when we experience hardship, feel hopeless, or think we are not good enough. I have been there before, I know that it can get better. That’s why I chose a career as a LCMHC. In my six years of counseling, I find joy in helping clients find a way back to a sense of well-being. Together, we work to find the root cause of difficulties, begin building a healthy perception of self and ultimately progress towards living a life you deserve and desire.

Life is a funny thing. And often terribly complicated. During our journey in this world, we often face challenges that can feel too big or ongoing. Whether it’s with chronic feelings of anxiousness, depression, emptiness, issues about sexual orientation, gender, or ethnicity, relationship conflict, sleep disturbances, substance misuse, school or work issues, or any combination of those, many of us struggle silently. But you don't have to. It can help to work with a therapist with a deep understanding of what it’s like with some of those struggles and who is passionate about helping others learn to thrive despite these adversities.

Do you need online couples counseling, online sex therapy or online marriage counseling near me? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Are you missing appreciation? Fighting over sexual frequency? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues because of infidelity? Relationships need both emotional connection, intimacy and sex to be happy. We help repair affairs. Stop the fighting. Stop the criticism and withdrawing. Build a deeper connection, trust, & better communication. Feel love again. We treat erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, anorgasmia, low libido, frequency discrepancy.

You've found yourself sitting in the car a little longer each day. Secretly, you sometimes hate going to work or arriving home. Sigh as you brace yourself before walking into the chaos. You feel overwhelmed, overworked, & unseen. It's incredibly lonely being everyone's everything?! You’re the “strong friend” pouring from an empty cup. Are you finding it a struggle to keep it all together? Work/home, life shouldn't feel like this?! It's time to rediscover you & prioritize YOUR needs. I can provide the tools to help you find the balance & rest you desire. Your professional & personal life will change for the better!

Ellen Douglas is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor who has lived and worked in the Raleigh area since 2008. Her approach to therapy draws upon the strengths and needs of each individual working from various therapeutic models including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Structural Family Therapy. Ellen's style is collaborative and supportive. She strives to create a safe space that allows clients to process, explore, question, and challenge their thought processes and behaviors.

Now Accepting New Clients! Tell me what’s going on. I am here for you. I understand that you may be going through a lot right now, and may be feeling overwhelmed, depressed, stressed, or anxious, but that is why I am here to help you. I enjoy working with those in all stages of their career life whether they are just getting started, in the middle, or in retirement. My practice areas include: Trauma and emotional safety, relationship and communication, self-esteem and shame, life and career transitions, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, stress and time management, emotional wellbeing and mindfulness.

Thanks for taking the time to read my profile. My practice focuses on helping adults, frustrated parents, distant couples, functionally-dysfunctional families, adolescents and millenials. Issues range from: dealing with addiction,change, anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, co-dependency, drugs, eating disorders, self-esteem, infidelity, grief, loss, life coaching, wellness, and unexpected life's problems and transitions. My treatment approach is Cognitive Behavioral both supportive and collaborative. I welcome you to take that first step. One of the best the investments you can make in today's world is in your own peace of mind!

Do you feel inundated with self-critical thoughts, or perhaps you experience a sense of emptiness and separateness? Are you unfulfilled with the relationships in your life, or wish you had more connections? Sometimes all the time we spend thinking and doing makes us miss important messages from our body about what we are feeling and needing. We then feel confused, anxious, or distracted. Unfortunately, we often learn from an early age to ignore our feelings and our bodies, which leads us to feel a lingering sense of shame, disconnection from others, and even physical pain and illness.

Childhood and adolescence are full of ups and downs, but growing up in the context of mental heath concerns can be especially challenging. I work with kids, teens, and their parents who would like support navigating these mental health concerns and the difficulties that can come with them, like isolation, avoidance, and interpersonal difficulties. The kids and teens I work with typically are dealing with mental health symptoms due to: anxiety (generalized or social), depression, OCD, disruptive behavior disorders, stress, or family strain.

Animal Assisted Therapy of the Triangle is a mental health and wellness clinic with offices located in located in Clayton, Raleigh, and Powell's Point. Serving children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in Johnston, Wake, Dare and surrounding counties in NC. We have a team of therapists with the knowledge and experience to help clients with a wide range of mental health and wellness issues. We believe in the power of the human-animal bond and most of our therapists work with animals as co-therapists to accelerate the insight, healing, and growth process.

I work with couples, families and individuals who are seeking support and guidance with relationship distress, premarital, discernment, infidelity recovery, divorce recovery and co-parenting counseling needs. I privilege individual healing and growth within a framework for healthy relationships (“Humanistic-Relational” approach). For over 20 years, I have helped clients heal from relationship distress, trauma & PTSD, depression and addictions, and grow into better relationships with themselves and each other. Additionally, I enjoy providing therapy and consultation to therapists with similar interests.

Are you feeling under pressure, overwhelmed, and as though you are not enough? By utilizing the humanistic, existential, and solution-focused approaches, I can help you feel less pressured and overwhelmed by viewing you as a whole person, encouraging you to remain true to yourself (humanistic), helping you increase your self-awareness, accept responsibility, and know that you are enough so you can live a more authentic life (existential) while focusing on finding solutions for issues in the here and now (solution-focused). Whether you are an adult seeking assistance for yourself or family, or a child/adolescent, I am here to help.

I earned my bachelor's degree in Social Work from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (AGGIE Pride!). I began my Social Work career working in different capacities of local school systems, with mentoring, teaching, and working as a liaison between the school system and the local communities and families. I have been passionate about advocating for the youth and my local community. After a few years of working with adolescents, I began to embark on my Master’s degree and I graduated from the University of Southern California with a Master's in Social Work and a concentration in families and children.