Therapists for college students near Duke University
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!
You make it look so easy, but you are tired. Whether at work, at school, with family or with friends, you are often the person keeping everything together. No matter the task, you will get it done, but it has been exhausting putting your feelings and needs aside for the sake of everyone else. You know you need something different, but you aren’t sure what. The thought of saying “no” or revealing that you don’t have it all together is too scary. Oftentimes liberation is on the other side of scary… and you deserve liberation! I have a relaxed & casual approach. I believe genuine human connection is foundational to mental health and that with the encouragement of an authentic relationship, a judgement-free space, & a willingness to be vulnerable- you can freely explore new ways of engaging with the world. I want to help you find that “something different” you've been looking for. Let's create a space where you don’t have to have it all together. A place where you can take a rest from all the juggling you’ve been doing. If any of this resonates, let’s connect. Therapy doesn’t have to be daunting–it’s a journey, but we will take it on together. You’ve got this. You already know what you need– so let’s help you get there!
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. At Immerse Counseling and Consulting, our goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental, culturally sensitive environment that will assist you to uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. Mission At Immerse Counseling and Consulting PLLC, we strive to provide high-quality mental health and counseling services to promote the overall well-being, retention, and success of our children, adolescents, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds and varying socio-economic contexts. We endeavor to walk alongside our clientele as they navigate the uncertainties and life challenges and use a Person-Centered, Strength-Based, Compassionate, Trauma-Informed, and Multicultural approach to the therapeutic process. In the midst of their present circumstances and challenges, we aspire to provide stress and emotional management support to our esteemed customers with care and compassion. It is through our strong, relational connection that clients become holistically empowered and motivated to move ahead in a healthy and resilient way.
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.
Do you want to take control of your life? It may be difficult for you to sleep, eat, or manage your emotions. Have you found yourself crying or feeling agitated? You worry that the pain and disappointments from the past will always impact your happiness. Perhaps, you are in a relationship, and you find yourself thinking that you love this person, but it's just not working. The life you see for yourself includes a "rich" love, where you are able to communicate and meet each other's needs. In this new life, you have the skills to handle issues and manage your fears. You want and deserve to have peace and joy. If you can relate, I'm here for you. My intent is to help you gain the things you want in life, whether to obtain a goal, improve a relationship, or achieve peace. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) to help change behaviors and manage anxiety and depression. I also use Christian Cognitive Behavior Therapy with clients who rely on their faith to help them cope with life. My other go-to tools include Reality Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques. Let's schedule a brief phone consult to determine if we can make a good working partnership. I'm looking forward to hearing from you.
Everyone Needs A Support System Perhaps you'd like to explore relationship dynamics, unresolved trauma, anxiety, depression or simply navigating the after affects of a global pandemic? I firmly believe that the connection you feel with your therapist is critical. You are the expert of your own story. I want to offer a guiding hand and empathetic ear, never defining your path but walking beside you.
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Our vision is to combat the negative stigma of mental illness by promoting holistic health within our community.
T Jackson is a highly skilled Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a specialized focus on alcohol use, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and oppositional defiance disorder. Educated at Wilkes Barre University, T Jackson also holds an educational doctorate from the University of Phoenix and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Chamberlain University. With a wealth of experience that includes roles in open heart critical care, acute care administration, and academia, T Jackson has taught in DNP and NP programs and has volunteered with the World Health Organization in Africa and supported Afghan refugees. Known for a deep commitment to fostering trust in therapeutic relationships, T Jackson is dedicated to being a guiding light for single mothers, women, those with neurodiversity, survivors of trauma and abuse, and individuals with chronic illness. Outside of professional commitments, T Jackson is passionate about dogs, especially a beloved Golden-doodle, and enjoys gardening and spending time in nature.
Areas of Expertise I help adults facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, substance use, life transitions, and relationship struggles. My approach combines CBT, ACT, DBT, and Self-Compassion Therapy, tailored to each client's goals. My Approach Clients often tell me they appreciate my direct yet compassionate style. I challenge people in a kind, honest way to face what's not working and take real steps toward growth, healing, or acceptance. How I Can Help As a recovering perfectionist, I’ve learned that fulfillment doesn’t come from doing everything “right,” but from living in alignment with what truly matters. I help clients clarify their values, build self-awareness, and take meaningful steps toward lives that feel authentic and sustainable, not just what’s expected. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for change, I’m here to support you.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor whose purpose is to create a secure space for you as the client to embrace where you are emotionally, in order to gain awareness, process and develop solutions. This is accomplished with a collaboration of commitment and investment to oneself and the process. Your voice is important and honored in the counseling process as we work together to discover new paths to wellness.
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I help young adults navigate the uncertainty of life transitions by offering guidance, emotional resilience, and clarity so that they can confidently step into the next chapter of their lives and create a fulfilling future.
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My name is Laura Fisher-Caudill (she/her), and as a trauma therapist and human, I am excited to get to know you. As a highly sensitive, empathetic person with big emotions, I love helping other empathetic humans heal from past trauma. As someone who’s experienced mental health struggles and complex trauma throughout my life experience, it’s been incredibly rewarding to provide a space where people can create meaningful connections between their past experiences and current realities and work towards healing from past trauma to find their own inner control, wisdom, and growth in the process. I am deeply committed to helping clients I work with find their inner strength, resilience, and the tools they need to heal from the past and create a life filled with purpose, joy, and fulfillment. My goal is to empower others in learning effective tools for navigating emotional distress and unburdening the pain of past trauma to create their lives worth living! My clients often describe themselves and their experiences as: Cycle breakers in their family systems. They often have lived experience as the “golden child” or “scapegoat” in their family of origin and may struggle with boundary setting or understanding the impact of childhood dynamics on their relationships and trauma responses in the present. Adult children of parents who were/are emotionally immature and/or have narcissistic behavior patterns. Complex traumatic experiences throughout their lifetimes, such as emotional invalidation or emotional trauma/neglect, criticism, and/or judgment by caregivers, being parentified early in life or expected (either overtly or covertly) to caretake emotional needs of their parents and not have needs of their own, being placed in the role of peacekeeper in their family system, and may have experienced sexual, physical, or other forms of abuse as well. Living with a chronically dysregulated nervous system due to experiences of complex traumatic events throughout their lives, often beginning at a very young age. Somatic, or body based, symptoms of complex trauma, such as chronic pain, illness, stored emotions in hips, shoulders and other areas of the physical body. Neurodivergent, specifically being highly sensitive to sensory experiences, emotionally intense, empathetic humans who identify as being gifted and/or having ADHD. Members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Parents, partners, or loved ones of members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
"""Rachael Spisak is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a decade of experience helping individuals manage anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and eating disorders. She has worked across multiple clinical settings, supporting people through varying levels of emotional distress and guiding them toward lasting change. Rachael believes in a holistic, patient-centered approach that prioritizes autonomy, shared decision-making, and evidence-based care. She integrates medication management with therapeutic techniques to create individualized treatment plans that align with each client’s goals. Her passion for psychiatry stems from her dedication to walking alongside clients on their journey toward self-discovery and improved well-being. Outside of her practice, Rachael enjoys hiking, traveling, and exploring new places."""
Sanctuary is a non-profit counseling center with the mission to walk with all clients in order to bring healing to their minds, hearts, and souls. There are specialist within our group that work specifically with university students to help them address the unique issues they face in today's chaotic spaces. This is a place with no judgement. A place that affords each individual the opportunity to explore the places in their lives that cause unhealthy coping mechanisms. At Sanctuary we walk with you, regardless of the path you are on so that you are never alone. We can help with a variety of issues and concerns. Together we explore together ways to help you change the cycles that keep you from being the person you want to be. Our goal is to make you feel accepted and safe. We want you to find a warmth that allows you to prosper and grow. Our clients come from all walks of life and struggle with a variety of issues from anxiety to depression to trauma to relationship concerns. Check out our website or call us to find a therapist that is right for you.