Personal Statement

I know that pursuing therapy is not easy for most of us. You’ll find me a dynamic, interactive partner in sorting out the concerns that brought you to therapy. I want you to feel comfortable and at ease in the often difficult task of trusting someone with understanding the challenges you are facing. So, I am committed to being an active, compassionate listener that offers accepting, affirming and authentic interactions.

I had the unique experience growing up as the daughter of a summer camp director. This rich experience shaped me; teaching me creativity, resourcefulness and a deep appreciation for people from all over the globe. As a result, I have developed an affinity for and focus on children, teens and their families. In being a youth counselor and now child therapist, I have had extensive training and experience with child, adolescent and family issues and how to support and help parents with their children’s struggles.

In this context, I offer parenting support and family counseling to help with relationship issues so that everyone feels heard and an important and valued part of the family. I also specialize in helping families cope with separation and divorce, and helping straight, gay and lesbian ex partners and spouses navigate the challenges of co-parenting.

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Client Focus (Age)

  • Preteens/Tweens (11 to 13)
  • Adolescents/Teenagers (14 to 19)
  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)

Therapy Specialties

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Child or Adolescent
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ Issues
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues

Treatment Orientation

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Collaborative Problem Solving
  • Emotion Focused Therapy
  • Exposure Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Imago
  • Mindfulness Based Approaches
  • Narrative
  • Psychodynamic

Modality

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family

Accepted Insurance Plans

  • MedCost
  • Out Of Network

Years in Practice

20+ years

Services Fee

  • Therapy Session $120-$180

Payments Accepted

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Videos

YouTube Video

Licenses

License Name License State Year
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) c003891  NC 2000

Education

School Degree Major Year
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill MSWSocial Work1994
State University of New York at Purchase BASociology1985

Languages

  • English

Office Address


Change For Living Counseling, PLLC

Change For Living Counseling, PLLC

1910 Sedwick Road, Suite 300D

Durham, North Carolina 27713

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