Therapists for college students near Durham, NC
One Wellness Center
Many of the students I work with are going through times of change, pressure, or uncertainty. You might be trying to balance school, relationships, and future plans, all while dealing with stress, anxiety, or questions about who you are. Maybe you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like no one really sees what you're carrying. I work best with students who are ready to explore those feelings in a safe, honest space, even if they’re not sure where to start. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to be open to looking inward and having real conversations. Whether you're dealing with relationship issues, identity questions, trauma, or the day-to-day weight of being a student, you're not alone. I’m here to listen without judgment, help you make sense of what you’re feeling, and support you in moving forward with more clarity and self-trust.
Madison Anderson
With experience working with children, adults, and couples, I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space—whether in the office or outdoors—where you can explore emotions, deepen self-awareness, and create lasting personal growth. My person-centered approach keeps your voice and your goals at the core of our work. Whether you're navigating anxiety, healing from trauma, improving relationships, or searching for direction, I’m here to support and guide you. Together, we’ll collaborate to create meaningful change at a pace and style that feels right for you.
Marika' Dillard
Need Someone to Talk To? I’m Here to Help. I’m a licensed therapist who works with college students just like you — navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and everyday life struggles. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need a safe space to talk, I offer confidential online therapy that fits your schedule. If faith is important to you, I also offer Christian counseling upon request. All sessions are virtual, so you can talk in a comfortable space . Let’s work together to help you feel more grounded, empowered, confident, and supported.
Daria Datnoff
My name is Daria Datnoff, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and have worked in the therapeutic field since 2011. I have worked with a wide variety of populations, including, young children, adolescents, at-risk teens, adults, and families across multiple settings. I believe that the human psyche is rooted in nature and that a reconnection with the natural world can be a catalyst for deep healing. I take an individualized, client-centered approach and am experienced in an eclectic range of high-quality healing modalities, including: solution-focused therapy, mindfulness-oriented approaches, relational & narrative therapies. I base my practice on the belief that symptoms of disorders are rooted in impaired relationships with yourself, with significant others, as well as the natural world. As a result, true healing will only occur within the context of relationship, and nature. I pride myself on having a positive, empowerment-based, and life-affirming approach to healing. I embody a therapeutic process that is collaborative, nurturing, intuitively guided, and rooted in ecological systems theory. I strive to combine compassion for individuals and the environment with inherent wisdom to deliver a high-quality healing experience that is unique for every person or family that I serve.
Tamika Stanton LCSWA
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Healing Trauma Therapy
I specialize in helping adults work through unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, problem gambling, hoarding, phobias, and grief. I also support clients with stress management and navigating life’s everyday challenges. I am trained in EMDR, NARM, and IFS and my approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative. I am licensed to provide telehealth services to clients in both California and North Carolina. I strive to create a nonjudgmental and caring environment where you can feel safe to explore what’s holding you back and begin moving toward meaningful change. Whether you're just starting your therapy journey or returning after time away, I’ll meet you where you are and tailor your treatment to your specific needs and goals. I’m passionate about this work because I have the privilege of walking beside people on their healing journey. Witnessing the shift from feeling stuck in painful patterns to gaining true freedom and self-understanding is something I never take for granted. Therapy isn’t about being “fixed”—it’s about being heard, seen, and supported as you grow and heal.
Marlie Vaughn, LMHC
Hi! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor dedicated to helping individuals improve their mental health and gain a sense of well-being . Often times, we aren't living in the present. We're either stressed, depressed, anxious, too busy looking back on the past, or lost in thought with hopes for the future. This leaves us losing the ability to enjoy the present, and the present is what ends up creating our future, as well as creating the moments we will one day look back on. Many of us could benefit from gaining the ability to be present, as well as gaining the ability to see other perspectives and regulate emotions and thoughts. Together we will address the challenges you face, uncover your strengths, and cultivate new coping skills to help you navigate life's difficulties while gaining a greater ability to celebrate and appreciate life's successes. Through therapy, I aim to equip my clients with the tools to regulate emotions, reduce anxiety, be more mindful, and effectively cope. It is truly an honor to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where individuals can openly express their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I’m excited you’ve decided to start this journey and I look forward to providing the guidance and help you deserve.
Gwen Harris
Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step? You’re not alone. I work with students who are navigating big transitions, juggling academic pressure, and trying to manage relationships, identity, and self-care all at once. Some come to me because they feel anxious, stuck, or easily overwhelmed. Others are working through past hurts, challenges with self-esteem, or patterns in friendships and dating that aren’t serving them. Our sessions are a space to slow down, sort through what’s on your mind, and find practical tools for coping, communicating, and building the life you want. I take a warm, collaborative approach — you bring your experiences, I bring strategies and perspective, and together we work toward change that feels realistic and sustainable. Whether you’re seeking a place to process feelings, learn new skills, or explore who you are, my goal is to make therapy a space where you feel understood, supported, and equipped to move forward.
Acceptance and Beyond Psychotherapy
Life can be tough and there is so much that isn't under our control. If you find yourself overwhelmed with overthinking, getting stuck in thought spirals, or coping with lingering feelings of restlessness or anxiety, therapy can help. I specialize in the treatment of OCD and other anxiety disorders and treat depression, trauma and adjustment issues. I utilize a collaborative person-centered perspective that recognizes your expertise in your life. I will work with you to develop a plan including exposure (ERP), mindfulness, cognitive and behavioral (CBT) and other techniques to achieve your therapy goals.
Dr. Nicole Arcuri Sanders (Dr. A)
With me, you’ll find a supportive space that recognizes life doesn’t always go as planned. Goals can shift—not as a reflection of your effort or worth, but often because of the realities life brings. Together, we’ll regularly revisit and adjust your goals to ensure they stay aligned with your needs and enhance your quality of life, even as circumstances change. I currently serve the profession as a counselor educator and supervisor while maintaining a small private practice, Rhythms of Hope, LLC. I also serve my community as a licensed clinician, an approved and licensed clinical supervisor, a board certified telemental health provider, and a nationally credentialed counselor. My greatest joy as a counselor is being able to support clients in becoming empowered to navigate shifting tides of their life while accounting for the reality of the unknown. I desire to not only enhance access to mental health support but also destigmatize mental health while enhancing access to wellness. For more about me, visit: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1563205 and/or https://www.myrhythmsofhope.com/home Ready to enhance your quality of life, book here: https://care.headway.co/providers/nicole-sanders?utm_source=pem&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_campaign=148972
Courtney Watford-Rula Health
Click this link to make an appointment easily online: https://www.rula.com/providers/SC/1164800447? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. I have been practicing for 15 years and I love what I do. Mental health is just as important as physical health. Our mind, body, and soul all work together to create who we are. It is important that we work to get each of these aspects of our lives healthy. My therapy approach is eclectic style. I truly believe that each individual has unique needs that I want to ensure I meet. I have a great deal of experience in working with college students. I specialize in treating anxiety, adjustment, and life stressor issues, trauma, depression, family dynamics, anger management, ADHD, developmental issues, self-esteem, issues children and adolescents face, and more. My approach I utilize an eclectic style of therapy to meet each individual's needs. My primary approaches to therapy are CBT, Client-Centered, Solution Focused, Positive Psychology, TF-CBT, and Play Therapy. My focus I have experience in working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I enjoy working with all ages. My communication style My therapeutic environment and communication are open, non-confrontational, and judgment-free. I believe therapy is a collaborative process. My journey to mental healthcare When I was in high school, I took a Psychology class and fell in love with learning about the mind and how it works. I have always had a passion for helping others, and immediately knew that therapy was what I wanted to choose as a career. It has been the best decision I have made. My goals for you When working with clients on setting goals, I encourage them to create their own goals. I will provide input as well, and help them navigate this. I want their goals to be realistic and attainable. I want my clients to understand that therapy is their space and time to create their own goals. My first session with you In the first session I will inquire with clients what their goals are and what brings them into therapy. I will complete a biopsychosocial assessment with them and gather information to help me best meet their needs. I will introduce myself and my therapeutic approach, and allow for any questions they have.
Juliana Blanton Counseling, PLLC
Welcome! My approach to therapy focuses on creating a safe, accepting, and compassionate environment for healing and growth. Being in college is a period of intense change, which can be both exciting and challenging! Perhaps you are noticing stress, anxiety, triggers, or patterns that are causing negative impacts in your daily life. Perhaps you've been reflecting on your childhood or family dynamics, and beginning to unpack traumas for the first time. Or perhaps you are looking for a space to explore your emotions, relationships, and evolving adult identity. Let's work on this together! By drawing upon trauma-informed approaches including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS), and integrating other frameworks including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness, our work together can provide resources and support for building a life where you feel well, empowered, and free to be your most authentic Self. Reach out to get started!
Dr. Jagdish K. Soni Psychological Services, PC
Licensed in CA, NC, FL and PA—offering seamless virtual care for students on campus and those traveling home for breaks. I am a Licensed Psychologist. I attended U of Miami, FL for my B.S, M.S., and Ph.D. As part of my graduate program, I completed courses and did research at Duke, U of Penn, Jefferson University, and Rutgers. I completed a specialized post-graduate Harvard program to understand and overcome internal barriers to achieve personal growth. Later in life, I became a UCLA Alum by obtaining my Certificate in Human Resource Management and was selected as the valedictorian for my speciality. This added a capability to enhance my work as a Strategic Human Resource Executive for two large Aerospace companies based in Torrance, CA. I live in beautiful Napa, CA. My practice is virtual using a secured platform. I see adults 18+ yo for individual therapy. For the past 30 plus years, I helped people just like you find ways to get on track with their lives. My goal for you is to understand yourself and be able to take steps to feel the way you want to feel. During our initial sessions, I ask that you share what you feel I need to know about your situation and circumstance, your feelings, about who you are and what you hope to gain through therapy. I take time to get to know you. We will explore your thoughts, feelings, reactions that arise in therapy as these are just as important as what happens outside of therapy. You will design your own unique tools and techniques to use throughout your life in various situations that give you relief and help during difficult times. Compassionate and patient, encouraging you to overcome hurdles you can control and let go of ones you can’t. We will move you towards your best self by holding you accountable for your own growth. We work collaboratively; starting with what’s happening now, breaking things down into manageable areas to work on. We explore ways to increase your awareness and your actions from how you view things to your actual behaviors. I keep up with the latest science on evidenced based approaches, and leverage our current understanding of our whole body. You'll gain resilience to handle life’s challenges. I believe that we are creative, resourceful & whole... and sometimes, we just need a helping hand. We have genetics and learned behaviors that make us who we are. Think about it, if we can learn what we have learned to bring us to where we are today, without even trying, imagine what we can do if we put just a little bit of effort and energy into learning something different that would work better for us today. If we take care of our whole body, eat right, stay active, stimulate our brains, give to and receive from others then we do better dealing with stress and challenges. I do practice the things I talk about. It’s important that I take care of myself. And we’re not prefect so sometimes we stop our best practices and then we realize we need to pick them up again because we notice the negative impact. That’s me too. I love that we have similarities and differences as humans, that’s what makes us so wondrous! If you want to learn more about how I can help, send me a message. Please be sure to share your personal email and your personal cell phone so I can reach you.
Greene Mental Wellness, PLLC
At Greene Mental Wellness we support clients who are struggling with loneliness, sadness, crying spells, overwhelming thoughts of regret or unsurety, nervousness, irritability, mood changes, sleep issues? For those who question their inattentiveness, lack of focus, lack of motivation - Well, now you can be formally tested. We are here to help you explore your feelings and how your body responds to them. These responses may be related to complex life changes, traumatic events, chemical imbalances, or thought processes. We are happy to explore substance use issues with up-to-date treatment options, as needed. Offering VA compensation assistance, ADHD testing and full psychiatric evaluations. Offering quick response time and same week appointment options. Veteran’s, I got your back. Single parents, young professionals... I understand your struggles. Teens, college/grad student, you are not alone. None of us should have to suffer in silence. Together we can work toward achieving your goals. Being a veteran of 11 years, I have special interests in Veterans, young professionals, underserved populations, and persons going through transitions in life. I desire to serve a diverse community and assuring a safe place for all, growing her practice with all ages, races, religions, and genders.
Zindadil Gandhi, M.D.
Dr. Gandhi provides Psychiatric Evaluation and treatment in form of Medication management and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy to children, adolescent, and adults. Dr. Gandhi is Board Certifired in Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry. Dr. Gandhi has also completed separate training on Psychodynamic/Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. Dr. Gandhi follows a Biological- Psychological and Social model to formulate a treatment plan to suit one's needs.
Teja Smith
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Aubriona Stull
I assist clients in approaching their goals from a solution-focused perspective to accelerate their growth potential. I offer Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help support self-discovery and ability to process life challenges. I strive to provide client-focused session to ensure each session is tailored towards individual needs. I believe that every voice matters and deserves to be heard. My mission is to create a safe and welcoming space to heal and form authentic self-connection. My approach is gentle, friendly and compassionate. I encourage clients to enter with open-mindedness and desire to evolve into the healthiest version of themselves. Ready to master your own life?
Cassie Tellez
Hey there! I provide virtual therapy for adults navigating OCD, ADHD, anxiety, and depressive symptoms - many of whom are unpacking intimacy, identity, and religious trauma. My approach is affirming, and grounded in empowerment. I'm LGBTQ+ friendly and deeply anti-judgment. I meet you where you are, not where you think you should be. Together, we challenge shame and rigid beliefs while building insight, autonomy, and self trust so life can feel more authentic and connected. Whether you are seeking relief from emotional distress, healing from past experiences, or finding a deeper connection with your authentic self, I am dedicated to come alongside you on your journey toward growth and well-being. Sessions are collaborative, gentle, and focused on both symptom relief and deeper insight. Clients often describe our work as calming, clarifying, and real. My goal is to offer a therapeutic space where you feel safe to show up fully, without judgment, and explore what healing looks like for you. Therapy isn’t about 'fixing' you. It’s about supporting the version of you that’s already trying to grow.
Lisa Dubbert LCSW PLLC
Hello and welcome. Thanks for stopping by. My areas of specialization include Anxiety and Loneliness Relationship and Intimacy Issues Grief and Loss If you are having trouble in these areas, reach out. Let's see what we can do. Warmly Lisa
Annette Thomas
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