Therapists for college students near Duke University

Are racing thoughts and worrying keeping you up at night? Do you have unreasonable fears that hold you back? Do you feel overwhelmed about school, work, and/or relationships? We can help by providing a safe space for you to learn healthy coping skills, process through emotions, deal with life transitions with more ease and confidence.

Searching for a therapist can be overwhelming and exhausting! I work with an outpatient agency - Three Oaks Behavioral Health and Wellness. I offer video sessions to students in NC with concerns around academia, life transitions, anxiety, and stress. Building rapport is most important in efforts to provide a non-judgmental therapeutic space to support clients in achieving their goals. Groups are also offered by other clinicians within Three Oaks Behavioral Health. I look forward to supporting you during this journey!

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I am a clinical social worker who takes a Rogerian approach to therapeutic relationships. After 9 years of public health experience I have developed a broad skill set. My expertise includes trauma informed care, parenting, smoking cessation, substance use, intimate partner violence, healthy masculinity, medical adherence and perinatal mood disorders. I have years of experience working on multidisciplinary teams and speak the language of healthcare. I utilize evidence based practices and have been trained in a variety of modalities including EMDR, motivational interviewing, tobacco treatment and cessation, eco-therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).

My practice model is all about helping clients explore themselves and their place in the world. As a licensed psychologist with experience working in a variety of care settings, I have expertise in treating depression, anxiety, lifestyle stress, trauma, addiction, and spiritual/existential distress. My therapy takes a nonjudgmental, compassion oriented focus. Through guiding my clients to approach themselves in more open and honest ways, I help them uncover their core needs so that they may lead lives that feel vibrant and fulfilling. I view health as a balance between mind, body, spirit, and environment. As such, my therapy style is holistic. I regularly guide my clients in mindfulness-based practices and offer an approach that blends Internal Family Systems therapy with somatic work and cognitive-behavioral exploration. In a culture where consciousness altering drug use is on the rise, I also work with clients to gain optimal wellness following challenging, disorienting, or invigorating psychedelic experiences. My passion for the Enneagram heavily informs my therapeutic lens, and I happily teach this tool to clients interested in evolving their understanding of self. I work to bolster my clients’ strengths while developing new skills and fresh insights. With sensitivity to the health impact of both personal and cultural forces, I strive to create a safe, welcoming space for my clients to explore all facets of their identities.

I believe that with increased awareness comes a sense of control and the ability to act with intention. My work often focuses on practicing greater self-compassion, emphasizing strengths, building awareness, and encouraging genuine acceptance. I utilize a personalized approach to help clients find creative solutions to problems and achieve lasting, positive results. I support gender, sexual, and relationship diversity and provide open-minded care in a safe space that acknowledges and celebrates each person’s unique abilities and challenges. I believe that Black lives matter, that love is love, that no human is illegal, that women’s rights are human rights, and that all bodies are beautiful.

As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), I work with clients ages 12 and up who are ready to grow, heal, and create meaningful change in their lives. I have a passion for working with teens and college students, women navigating divorce, men working through intimacy concerns, and individuals facing major transitions in their careers, families, and relationships. I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-doubt, as well as those who simply feel “stuck” and want more clarity and confidence. My style is warm, authentic, and conversational. I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable, understood, and even able to laugh along the way. I use approaches such as CBT, IFS, and DBT skills, along with practical mindfulness tools and self-esteem work to help you feel more grounded and empowered. I offer in person and virtual. Life doesn’t come with a manual — and sometimes we all need support finding our footing again. I am deeply person-centered and value honesty, compassion, and collaboration. Together, we will work toward understanding your patterns, strengthening your confidence, and helping you build a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling.

Hello and welcome! Typically, I see client's ranging from ages 5-30. I enjoy helping clients work on anxiety, depression, self-esteem, family dynamics, life transitions, suicidal ideation and self-harm. I believe in walking alongside clients while providing a supportive and nonjudgmental space. I often use mindfulness techniques, solution focused therapy and trauma-informed care in treatment. I am passionate about social justice and love to incorporate nature and art into practice. Through a person-centered approach, I reinforce the belief that individuals are experts of their own life by utilizing their natural supports and strengths.

Heather Hughes earned her Master's in Social Work with a Certificate in Aging Studies from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2008. She works with individuals age 18+ using a variety of therapeutic modalities that are tailored to the unique needs of each individual. Heather shows a sense of compassion and warmth, directness, and a sense of humor as she supports clients to overcome personal barriers, develop a greater sense of meaning and purpose in life, and strive to attain personal goals. She works with individuals who have experienced anxiety, depression, psychosis, low self-esteem, attention difficulties, trauma, life transitions, work/school challenges, and relationship issues. She has worked in both residential and outpatient settings. Heather enjoys being physically active and loves a good cup of coffee! and

Feel free to learn more about us by checking out our website! We are a non-profit counseling center offering counseling and psychotherapy with highly trained therapists, accepting most insurances, and offering a sliding-scale for payment when needed.

David earned a Bachelor’s of Business Administration from Texas A&M University in 2016. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Christian Marriage, Family, and Individual Counseling at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. David began his helping career as a Medical Case Manager for people living with HIV in Texas where he helped individuals and their loved ones adjust to life with chronic illness, navigate social services, and align their actions with their values. Since then, David has worked as an Admissions Counselor and a Development Officer at Southeastern. As an Admissions Counselor, David helped prospective students align their personal and vocational aspirations with their academic journeys. As a Development Officer, David helps couples and individuals live out their passions through giving. In church settings, David has led support groups for men struggling with sexual addiction and currently serves with elementary aged children living with autism. As a result of these experiences, David is comfortable working with a wide array of people. David seeks to create a safe space for healing and growth through deep empathy, genuine curiosity, and individualized care. David also welcomes the integration of faith and spirituality in the counseling process when it aligns with clients’ preferences. For individuals, David integrates various counseling approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. For couples, David integrates the Gottman Method with Emotionally Focused Therapy. David is also a Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator. David’s areas of interest include, but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, shame, emotional dysregulation, life transitions, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, premarital/marital, betrayal, parenting, family relationships, and sexual addiction. David enjoys spending time with his wife and his son. His hobbies include hiking, grilling, disc golf, singing, and reading.

Hey there! I’m a licensed mental health counselor trained in EMDR, and I run a fully virtual therapy practice serving students in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida. I specialize in helping college students who are navigating anxiety, depression, mood swings, difficult life transitions, and PTSD. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by coursework, adjusting to dorm life, or coping with past trauma, I offer a safe, judgment-free space where we can work together to build coping skills, regulate emotions, and find more balance. Whether you need support for daily stressors or deeper EMDR-focused trauma work, you don’t have to face these challenges alone—I’m here to help you thrive in college and beyond.

Please visit my profile to learn more about my services.

Please visit my profile to learn more about my services.

Central to my client care philosophy is the belief in providing a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic space for clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges. Each client interaction is approached with sensitivity, respect, and a genuine desire to understand their unique needs and experiences. By building a strong therapeutic alliance, I collaborate with clients to develop tailored treatment plans that address their specific concerns and work towards meaningful and sustainable growth. With college students schedule, it is easy to squeeze in sessions with me. I offer Telehealth sessions at different times to accomodate and make accessing services easier.

We can work with a wide range of both mental health and substance use issues.We are private providers who are dedicated to helping our patients in actualizing their true and awesome selves. We hope that we will be agents for positive and meaningful change in your journey for wellness. Please give us a call at 828-386-6087 or email us at vannoycounseling@gmail.com Please note that we are not a crisis center and sometimes it may be up to 72 hours before we can return your call. If you call on a Friday please understand that we may not call back until Monday. If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department."

I work with individuals dealing with life transitions, medical related issues, mood and affective disorders, and marriage, parenting or family issues. I also have my Yoga Teacher Training Certification as well as completing my certifications in Maternal Mental Health and ADHD. My approach to counseling places an emphasis on the relationship between the client and counselor and the promotion of growth. When needed, I use a variety of structured and non-structured interventions to best meet the needs of the client. I utilize empirically supported techniques, including cognitive and behavioral interventions, that focus on the ways in which individuals think about and respond to events. These interventions allow clients to restructure their thinking, process events and modify behaviors in more adaptive ways. I use a narrative and solution focused approach to collaboratively work with clients to identify successful past solutions to problems and how these strengths can be implemented in future situations. Small changes in the way clients view themselves and their own abilities to solve problems will encourage solution-oriented patterns to reach future goals.

Do you find yourself having strong emotional responses to past events? Are you struggling to “Let go” or “Move on” from painful experiences? A typical Enduring Strength Counseling client is someone between the ages of 20-35, possibly a member of the military community, who answered yes to the questions above and is ready to begin their mental health journey but do not want to deal with the constraints and limitations of insurance companies. My clients pay for services directly and feel greater comfort and peace of mind to engage in counseling knowing that their care will not be denied.

Therapy is for everyone. My office is a comfortable and relaxed space for people of all identities, backgrounds, and abilities. It is your right be authentic in your expression and self-exploration. I want you to feel safe, supported, and heard. You will determine the direction we take when exploring what brings you into therapy. My goal is to empower you to make lasting change. I am incredibly passionate about working with neurodiverse adults, clients experiencing anxiety or depression, grief, life transitions and experiences, relational issues, and everyday stressors.

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