Therapists for college students near Duke University

I offer a safe and compassionate space for students to find healing, guidance, and peace through therapy grounded in Christian principles. Whether you're navigating life’s challenges, managing anxiety or depression, or seeking spiritual growth, it is my honor to come along side to support you every step of the way. I combine trusted therapeutic techniques with faith-based insights to help you find strength in your journey toward emotional and spiritual well-being. I am passionate about helping those I work with to experience healing, hope, and renewal, drawing on the power of power of God’s love and truth to restore your mind, body, and spirit.

At MSC we believe there's more than one way to grow. We offer office based therapy as well as equine assisted psychotherapy, expressive arts, sand tray, and yoga for trauma recovery. We have 11 clinicians with different backgrounds and specialties, and 4 of them are located at our farm in Ayden. The atmosphere is therapeutic in itself and offers a new way to heal from the hustle and bustle of our normal lives.

You may be experiencing stress from a difficult adjustment or transition, adapting to college life, struggling with anxiety or depression, grief from the loss of a parent or loved one, going through the pain and loss of miscarriage or grief following an abortion. You may be on the autism spectrum, or the parents of a student who is. You may just need an objective and confidential professional counselor to talk to about relationship struggles. You may be feeling discouraged and alone, needing hope! You have made the courageous first step toward healing and growth by looking for a counselor. It would be an honor to walk with you on your journey toward becoming the person you want to be!

Hi, Pam here. I'm a therapist in virtual practice licensed in Florida (where I reside), South Carolina and North Carolina. I have many years experience working in College Wellness Centers helping young women navigate the ups and downs of this transformative journey into adulthood. College can be an exciting yet challenging time, filled with new experiences, academic demands, and personal growth. Imagine having a supportive ally who empowers you to embrace your strengths, confront challenges head-on, and build the resilience needed to thrive. With expertise in areas such as self-esteem, relationships, and personal growth, I offer guidance to help you become the confident, capable woman you're meant to be. Using evidence-based techniques and genuine empathy, we'll create a safe space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, we'll develop tools to overcome obstacles, foster meaningful connections, and achieve lasting personal growth. I also welcome female students with BPD Borderline Personality Disorder, to include attachment style work and trauma using EMDR and DBT together. Reach out today, and let's embark on an exciting adventure of self-discovery and empowerment. Your journey to a brighter, more fulfilling future starts here! 🌟

We are an independent mental health counseling service that focuses on the health and wellness of each individual person through their mind, body, and spirit. We take a 360 holistic approach to help you get to a better tomorrow. We provide in-person and telehealth counseling services, coaching, and more. So, 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. My counseling practice is tailored to working adults with issues including relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and parenting issues. I also help those same adults manage work and life stressors and transitions, burnout, compassion fatigue, and spiritual crises. I work with individual teens and adults of all ages (12+). I can assist you in providing the tools and the skills you seek in order to be able to maximize your personal best. I provide empathetic and compassionate care with a holistic approach focusing on the 360 approach of mind, body, and spirit. We also provide programs, seminars, trainings, and groups. Ask for more details or go to our website.

College can be one of the most exciting and overwhelming seasons of your life. You may be adjusting to being away from home, navigating new relationships, questioning your major, managing academic pressure, or quietly carrying anxiety, depression, or past trauma that hasn’t had space to heal. On the outside, it can look like everyone else is handling it just fine — but inside, you might feel stuck, exhausted, unmotivated, or unsure of who you’re becoming. If you’re in that space, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to work through it by yourself. I work with college students who are in the middle of real life transitions — identity shifts, relationship changes, academic stress, family expectations, grief, trauma, and the quiet weight of self-doubt. Depression during college often doesn’t look like “sad all the time.” It can show up as procrastination, isolation, low motivation, difficulty focusing, or feeling disconnected from the person you used to be. Trauma can show up in relationships, in trust, in sleep, or in how hard you are on yourself. Together, we slow things down. We make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. We identify patterns that are keeping you stuck and build practical tools that help you feel more steady, confident, and grounded. My approach is collaborative and straightforward. I don’t believe in sitting back silently while you struggle to find words. We talk. We process. We challenge unhelpful thoughts. We work through emotional blocks. I integrate approaches such as CBT, trauma-informed care, and other evidence-based strategies to help you build resilience while honoring your story. My goal is not just symptom relief — it’s helping you understand yourself better so you can move forward with clarity and confidence. College is a time of growth — but growth can feel uncomfortable. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, numb, stuck, or unsure about your direction, therapy can be a space to reset and regain momentum. You deserve support as you figure out who you are and who you want to become. If you’re ready to take the next step, I invite you to Request an Initial Appointment and begin therapy. You don’t have to wait until things get worse. Let’s work together to help you regain balance, rebuild confidence, and move through this season with strength.

Seeking therapy can be an intimidating process. For many, it is a necessary step on the journey towards greater peace and healing. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental and supportive environment for all of my clients so they can heal, grow, and become the best versions of themselves. Whatever your goals may be, I look forward to the opprotunity to help you achieve them.

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.

It’s not always one defining event—often, it’s the cumulative impact of stress, anxiety, low self-worth, and unprocessed experiences that gradually erode your sense of well-being. You might be noticing a persistent undercurrent of worry, emotional exhaustion, difficulty concentrating, or a critical inner voice that’s hard to silence. Perhaps depressive symptoms have taken hold, or past experiences are continuing to show up in ways you can’t control. I work with teens and adults who are ready to explore what's beneath the surface and begin the work of healing. My approach is trauma-informed and grounded in evidence-based practices. Whether we're unpacking the impact of trauma, exploring ways to better manage mental health symptoms or rebuilding your sense of self, we'll approach the process collaboratively and at a pace your nervous system can manage. You don't have to have anything figured out to start the therapy process. You just have to show up - and I'll meet you there. I encourage you to reach out if you think we will be a good fit!

We all experience grief in our day-to-day lives. We could be feeling grief regarding a chance not taken, a divorce, the loss of a relationship, the loss of a pet, the loss of a loved one, the loss/damage of belongings, the loss of trust in the world, experiencing holidays without someone special, or having to move. We will begin by giving space for the losses and adjustments you have experienced throughout your life, ensuring each version of you can release these emotions and process them in a safe space. I will add helpful interventions, techniques, and educational tools to provide additional support and deeper understanding. I will be your cheerleader. When you feel isolated, confused, or overwhelmed, I will shine light and provide space and consistency. I believe in gentle pushes when needed. I will give space to process emotions, learn new therapeutic interventions, and work with you to create direct action or action goals that honor you for lasting, meaningful change. We will utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, psychoeducation, solution focused therapy, maintain/create effective coping skills, practice stress reduction habits, utilize grief therapy techniques, and honor rituals/memorials as needed/wanted. I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and family/relationship issues. I will cultivate space for you to process these, honor these, and take action steps. We will get you to a place where you can experience the present more fully while honoring your past.

I am a licensed psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of anxiety and childhood trauma. I have clinical experience across crisis intervention, substance use treatment, and outpatient therapy settings, working with individuals experiencing acute distress as well as ongoing mental health concerns. My approach is grounded in the belief that unresolved trauma can significantly influence emotional regulation, self-concept, and interpersonal functioning. Clients often seek treatment when they feel “stuck,” overwhelmed, or notice persistent patterns related to past experiences that interfere with daily functioning, relationships, or goal attainment. I provide a supportive, structured therapeutic environment where clients can explore these concerns, develop insight, and work toward sustainable change. I utilize evidence-based modalities including Psychodynamic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Treatment focuses on increasing self-awareness, processing traumatic experiences, addressing maladaptive thought and behavior patterns, and strengthening coping skills. Therapy is collaborative and tailored to each client’s clinical needs and treatment goals. I welcome individuals seeking to engage in therapy to address anxiety, trauma-related concerns, and personal growth.

I have specialized in working with college and university undergraduate and graduate students since my graduate training and I have worked in six different college and university counseling centers. I have innate knowledge about the experiences that are relevant to college and undergraduate students and it is my mission to provide support in helping navigate the journey during this integral time of development. I have experience supporting students through general academic stress and concerns as well as compounding stressors relevant to diversity, culture and identity. Finally, I understand the intersection that other factors have during the college and university experience (i.e., family, friend and romantic relationship building and conflict, social injustice, financial stress, career uncertainty, etc.)

All of You is a privately-owned practice that provides Family, Group, Couples, and Individual counseling for people looking for a non-judgemental space to start their journey in the healing process. We hold the belief that every single person has the power to change their own lives, the power lies within themselves. We strongly believe that we can help individuals harness their own strengths with the guidance, encouragement, education, and empowerment we provide through our professional counseling skills and own life experiences.

We ALL have a purpose! Through exploration of our core beliefs, our thoughts and our emotional responses, we can better understand who we are and how we interact with the world. We can equip our self's to face the challenges life presents. I look forward to guiding you through this journey. My specialties and areas of interest include substance abuse, eating disorders, and anxiety. I have been in clinical practice for 15 years.

The Counseling Group was formed over 40 years ago to provide human services in order to enhance the life of individuals and families. While we can’t change difficult situations, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Through the use of multiple therapy and counseling approaches and techniques, we will address behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Our counselors provide services to individuals of all ages – from early childhood through adolescence and into adulthood. A plan of treatment is designed for each individual’s needs to assist in managing the difficulties of life. The Counseling Group is in-network with most major health insurance carriers. Your services may be covered in full or in part by your insurance or employee benefits plan. Our business office will file insurance claims for you and assist you with any financial questions.

Ryan Leslie is an experienced psychiatric nurse practitioner who enjoys helping others. He takes the time to truly listen to his patients. He aims to get to the bottom of things and then work with his patient to develop a plan. He welcomes LGTBQ patients and practices gender-affirming care.

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As social beings, people need the contact and acceptance of other people. It is not uncommon for people to experience things that disrupt or unravel their lives, and they feel they have no one to turn to who understands or accepts them. Whether this experience is anxiety, depression, stress, life changes, or trauma, my passion is to help individuals find healthy ways of coping and processing the events in their lives. As well as helping people connect with others in more meaningful ways. As everyone is different, I feel there is no single therapeutic approach that works for everyone. Because of this, I have sought training in multiple therapeutic modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). My educational background includes an M.Ed. in Mental Health Counseling from Florida Atlantic University. My Clinical internship was spent in a substance abuse/mental health facility in South Florida, where I worked with military and veteran clients. Before my degree, I enlisted in the United States Airforce and was trained as a Medical Technician/EMT.

Adetutu Awodipe is Psych NP proficient in offering care to individuals needing care for Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Anxiety related disorders and Substance Addiction treatment through Medication Assisted Therapy (MAT). Medication management is combined with Therapy choice in an attempt to empower patients to address day-day challenges to enhance treatment success

You pride yourself in having it together, but now you feel like everything is falling apart. You were looking forward to college and worked hard to get here, but now that you’re here, you feel like you just can’t get your bearings. Am I good enough? Is all this stress worth it? Will I ever feel fully competent? You feel guilty and wonder if you are ungrateful because of these questions. You want your confidence back but don’t know where to begin. Feelings of isolation and doubt are more common than you think. I've been there and I can help you regain the excitement you once felt. Therapy is a space where you can speak your fears and share your apathy. It is a moment in time that is all about you. Together, we will find your footing again. I offer online therapy sessions so that you can get the support you deserve at your convenience. Call today for a free 15 minute consultation. Take your first step towards feeling like yourself again.