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As one who battles with anxiety myself, I have great empathy for those who seek out therapy....
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As one who battles with anxiety myself, I have great empathy for those who seek out therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 14 years of experience. I specialize in working with clients navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, trauma, and relationship dynamics, including ethically nonmonogamous partnerships. I bring a warm, person-centered approach to counseling, empowering clients to guide the process as they are the true experts in their own lives. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where healing, growth, and resilience can thrive.
I earned my Master’s in Community Counseling from Argosy University. My approach blends empathy and collaboration, focusing on helping clients recognize their strengths and find strategies that align with their unique needs. I strive to support individuals in overcoming challenges and embracing their progress.
I believe we are all works in progress, and my hope is that each client finds the help they are seeking—whether with me or another provider. I am committed to walking alongside clients on their journey toward healing and self-discovery, providing encouragement and understanding every step of the way.
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Hi, my name is Kisha and I am proud of you for starting your counseling journey. As a woman of color and a proud LGBTQI+ ally, I r...
Hi, my name is Kisha and I am proud of you for starting your counseling journey. As a woman of color and a proud LGBTQI+ ally, I recognize how hard it can be to relate to some medical professionals. One of my reasons for joining the mental health profession is to be a reflection and a representation of underrepresented cultures. I look forward to working with you.
Nakisha Rodriguez is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 13 years of experience in mental health. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and military members. Nakisha is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families address their unique challenges and live more fulfilling lives. Nakisha earned her Master of Science in Human Services with a specialty in Mental Health Counseling at Capella University. She is an Air Force spouse and former military child. She has years of experience navigating the stressors and joys of military life.
Nakisha utilizes multiple treatment approaches, including dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused brief therapy. Nakisha believes in a holistic approach to mental health, with deep breathing and meditation practices. She is trained as a yoga and meditation facilitator.
The only thing guaranteed in life is change. Nakisha is confident that she would be able to support you on your journey to gain new perspectives and techniques that will allow you to cope with those changes. If you are ready to change your perspective, schedule an appointment with her today.
I bring both professional experience and a lived understanding of narcissistic abuse to a trauma-informed approach that helps clie...
I bring both professional experience and a lived understanding of narcissistic abuse to a trauma-informed approach that helps clients reclaim clarity, boundaries, and self-trust.
I am physically disabled licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 10 years of experience providing mental health and addiction treatment. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, nonjudgmental, heart-centered, and strength-based, with a strong focus on resilience. I believe the counseling process begins with mutual respect and meeting each client where they are while working together to set meaningful, achievable goals.
I earned my master’s degree in social work from the University of St. Joseph. I use evidence-based and integrative approaches, including person-centered therapy, trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, somatic techniques, and internal family systems.
My goal is to make mental health and addiction care accessible, supportive, and effective for each individual I serve. I work collaboratively with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that support healing, growth, and long-term well-being. If you are ready to take the next step, I would be honored to support you on your healing journey.
As someone who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I understand how deeply painful circumstances can shape us, and I believe...
As someone who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I understand how deeply painful circumstances can shape us, and I believe that building new skills and having someone walk alongside you can bring clarity, strength, and light back into your life.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 22 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges. I work with adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and major life transitions. I understand how personal, emotional, academic, or work-related pressures can disrupt well-being, and I strive to offer a calm, compassionate space where you can feel seen, supported, and encouraged to pursue meaningful healing.
I earned my master’s degree in social work from the University of Houston. Over the years, I have worked with diverse individuals and families, using approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused strategies, and strength-based support to promote insight, resilience, and practical growth.
My goal is to help you regain a sense of balance and control in your life. Together, we will explore your experiences, identify patterns that are holding you back, and build effective strategies to move forward. You deserve support that feels respectful and empowering, and I look forward to helping you take the next step.
As a minority woman, I understand how it feels to face challenges and uphill battles alone, when no one else can relate....
As a minority woman, I understand how it feels to face challenges and uphill battles alone, when no one else can relate.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 11 years of experience supporting individuals through challenges such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, sleep concerns, substance use, obsessive-compulsive patterns, mood disorders, and thought disorders. I have spent my career in behavioral health and truly enjoy helping clients navigate their emotional well-being with compassion, respect, and evidence-based care.
I earned my master’s degree in nursing from Eastern Kentucky University. My work is grounded in a holistic and person-centered approach that supports balance, resilience, and emotional stability. I integrate therapeutic strategies tailored to each person’s needs to help improve their overall quality of life without using abbreviations in this paragraph.
Life is a journey, and you do not have to walk it alone. With compassionate and collaborative care, I will help you build confidence, strengthen your inner resources, and work toward greater peace and emotional balance. Together, we can create a plan that supports lasting stability and meaningful healing.
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Domestic violence therapy is a specialized form of counseling that helps victims and their families heal from abusive relationships. It is a crucial component of the broader efforts to address and combat domestic violence, a pattern of abusive behaviors within intimate relationships that can encompass physical, emotional, psychological, sexual, or economic abuse.
In domestic violence therapy, therapists create a safe and supportive environment. Domestic violence therapy is often part of a broader support network that includes legal assistance, shelters, and community resources. Its aim is to break the cycle of abuse, promote safety, and foster healthier relationships.
Domestic violence therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Domestic violence therapy can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, depending on the individual’s exact needs and preferences.
Are you in an abusive relationship? Or, maybe you recently got out of one? Perhaps it’s been years since you left, but those memories are looming. Regardless of where you are in the process, you’re likely wondering: When is the right time to get counseling the domestic abuse? The answer is now.
If you feel like you’re suffering from the effects of an abusive relationship, it is the right time to seek counseling. The skilled and caring domestic violence counselors at Thriveworks Counseling in Durham are awaiting your call—our trained professional domestic violence counselors know just how to help you and will work alongside you to collect all of the pieces of your life again. All you have to do is give them the chance.
Oftentimes, an individual denies the need for counseling because their partner rarely or never acts violently. The sad truth is, however, that abusers work in many ways. In addition to physical abuse, an abuser may use emotional, mental, or sexual abuse. The following behaviors are common signifiers of domestic abuse:
In any form—physical, emotional, mental, and sexual—abuse is wrong, as well as harmful. And the implications are often devastating. Some of these effects include:
The above conditions and psychosomatic disorders can hinder your life in more ways than one. Fortunately, however, getting the help you need from a trained counselor at Thriveworks Counseling in Durham can help you handle these and other fallouts from the abuse you’ve lived through.
No two cases of domestic abuse are exactly the same, but a similar pattern proves to emerge: the couple enters and exits the honeymoon phase, tension builds, and then the abuse recurs. Take a look at the stages of this pattern below.
The Honeymoon: When a couple first enters a relationship, everything is new and exciting. Feelings are predominantly positive and they’re focused on making each other happy. This is why we refer to those first few weeks or months as the “honeymoon stage.” Unfortunately, however, these happy, peaceful times are what make domestic violence so inconceivable, so hurtful. When it comes to the honeymoon stage in the domestic abuse cycle, this is the time for apologies and reassurance. Violent partners say they’re sorry and promise it will never happen again. The couple then looks hopefully to the future.
The Tension: As the honeymoon stage comes to a close, the couple enters the tension-building stage. Here, tension returns and continues to build. The victim of the abuse often tries to ignore returning signs of abusive behavior, does their best to keep their partner calm, and even refuses to believe the tension could escalate further—into the abuse they’ve previously experienced.
The Abuse: The aforementioned tension escalates and escalates until the violent partner chooses to abuse again—physically, emotionally, mentally, or sexually. It’s important to note that it is never the victim’s fault; the responsibility is solely the abuser’s. Another significant note is that domestic violence is illegal. Nobody deserves to be abused and left with the detrimental effects that follow.
As you read through the warning signs, the implications, and the cycle of domestic violence, did anything strike a chord? We know just how hard it can be to admit, even recognize, when a relationship is unhealthy. But doing so is crucial to your well-being and starting on the road to recovery.
Many people have incorrect beliefs about what exactly it means to get domestic violence counseling. Some suspect it’ll help them come to terms with what they’ve gone through, but they often fail to understand all of the different ways it can help. This is because they often don’t realize the extent of the impact of their abuse.
You can trust that the counselors at Thriveworks are willing, able, and eager to help you. They’ll help you in more ways than you can count, you just have to give them the chance. Give Thriveworks Counseling in Durham a call at (919) 629-3854 to schedule an appointment today.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Durham is located in the Sutton Station near Fayetteville Road and Woodcroft Parkway, off NC-54. It is located near Woodlake Reserve and Woodlake’s Lake.
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