Stress therapists in Cary, NC
Browse Stress therapists in Cary, North Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Stress
Kamini Wood
Life Coach, FHH, CLC, CPM
Stress is not always about having too much to do. Sometimes it comes from carrying too much. Constantly anticipating problems, taking responsibility for everyone else, struggling to say no, or feeling like you have to hold everything together can leave your mind and body in a constant state of tension.
Together, we'll explore the patterns contributing to your stress, strengthen your capacity to regulate emotions, establish healthier boundaries, and develop practical tools that help you respond to life's challenges without becoming overwhelmed. My goal is to help you create a life that feels more balanced, intentional, and aligned with your values, rather than one driven by constant pressure and survival.
8 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
Stress
Christopher McDowell, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
I typically utilize several approaches for stress management. This often includes relaxation techniques and other proven methods for reducing stress and anxiety. I also examine other approaches, including lifestyle approaches and simple, proven methods such as exercise and exercise routines.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Cary, NC
Online in Cary, NC
Stress
Dr. Yuye Zhang
Psychologist, PhD, MSW
When stress becomes chronic, simply taking a break may not be enough. I work with adults experiencing overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, perfectionism, and the pressure to continually meet demanding expectations. Therapy can help you understand both the internal and external sources of your stress, develop greater psychological flexibility, and create a more sustainable way of moving through life.
11 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
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Her Healing Therapy PLLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC
I help women manage stress and overwhelm by building practical coping skills and strengthening nervous system regulation. Therapy focuses on identifying stress triggers, shifting unhelpful patterns, and creating sustainable self-care and boundary practices. Using an integrative, trauma-informed approach, I support clients in restoring balance, improving emotional resilience, and feeling more grounded in their daily lives.
11 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
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Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies
Psychologist, Ed.D., ABPP
Managing stress is one of life's greatest challenges. As a cognitive behavioral psychologist with extensive training and experience for over 40 years, I have personally and professionally acquired a wide array of useful strategies which I offer my clients. Weather you are experiencing stress from relationships, work, health or other areas in your life, you can learn stress management strategies to reduce stress and worry.
51 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
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Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Stress is often normalized to the point that people stop questioning it. You’re expected to keep going, keep producing, keep showing up—no matter how much you’re carrying. But a lot of what we call “stress” is actually chronic overload. Unrealistic expectations. Systems that demand more than they give. Lives that don’t have enough space built into them to actually sustain the pace. So you push through, adapt, and hold it together—while your body, your focus, and your capacity start to wear down.
At Nour Counseling, we don’t treat stress like something you just need to manage better. We challenge it. We look at what’s actually creating the pressure—your environment, your roles, your patterns, and the broader systems you’re operating within. From there, we actively work with you to shift what’s within your control and build supports that actually hold. That might mean setting boundaries that disrupt expectations, restructuring how you approach your time and energy, regulating your nervous system, or rethinking what you’ve been taught is “normal.” We also name the cultural narratives that glorify burnout and over-functioning, so you’re not internalizing something that was never sustainable to begin with. This is about helping you move out of constant survival mode and into a way of living that actually works for you.
9 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
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Dr. Cierra Listermann
Psychologist, Ph.D., HSP-P
Chronic stress and burnout can be connected to prolonged periods of pressure, responsibility, adversity, or experiences where you learned to prioritize survival over your own needs. I help clients explore the patterns that contribute to exhaustion, perfectionism, people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, and feeling disconnected from themselves. Therapy with me focuses on healing the effects of chronic stress while developing a more sustainable and balanced way of living.
9 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
Stress
Jourdan Brickey Self-Reclamation After Survival
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
When stress becomes chronic, it can leave you feeling exhausted, disconnected, and stuck in survival mode. Therapy can help you understand what's contributing to your stress, establish healthier boundaries, and create a more sustainable way of living.
6 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
Stress
Brittany Washington
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFTA
I specialize in helping clients manage and reduce stress by identifying its root causes and developing practical coping strategies. Whether stress arises from work, family dynamics, chronic illness, or life transitions, I work with clients to understand the physical, emotional, and psychological impact stress has on their well-being. Through techniques like mindfulness, cognitive restructuring, and relaxation strategies, I empower clients to regain control, build resilience, and approach life’s challenges with greater calm and clarity. My goal is to help individuals reduce stress, prevent burnout, and cultivate a more balanced and fulfilling life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
Stress
Robert Brown
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Feeling overwhelmed and tense? Discover personalized stress relief counseling designed to help you regain calm and clarity. Our expert sessions offer practical tools and compassionate support to navigate life's challenges and cultivate inner peace. Take the first step towards a more balanced and resilient you today.
34 Years Experience
Online in Cary, NC (Online Only)
Stress therapists in Cary, NC Statistics
Stress therapists in Cary, NC average 16 years of experience and charge around $201 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (42%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$201
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 28% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 28% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 28% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 40% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 40% | Men |
| 38% | LGBTQ+ |
| 28% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Black / African American |