Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) Therapists in Durham, NC

What makes my therapy practice stand out is my commitment to understanding and supporting you as an individual. I tailor each session to your unique needs, using evidence-based techniques and genuine empathy to ensure you feel heard and valued. By creating a safe, nonjudgmental space, I empower you to explore your challenges, develop new skills, and achieve lasting positive change.

Our practice is built on the belief that everyone deserves a safe, supportive place to heal and grow. We are a diverse team of therapists who provide compassionate, client-centered care tailored to each person’s unique needs and goals. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, stress, or major life changes, we are here to help you build coping skills, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful change. Reaching out can be difficult, but you do not have to face things alone.

Welcome to Avena Psychological Services, where your journey to a more balanced and fulfilling life begins with the compassion and expertise of our team of dedicated therapists. We are committed to providing a supportive and non-judgmental space where our clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, struggles, and experiences with professionals who genuinely care and appreciate the privilege of being part of that journey. With a focus on creating collaborative and empathetic therapeutic relationships, our therapists will work alongside you to develop strategies and insights that empower you to navigate life's challenges. Avena Psychological Services is committed to helping our clients build resilience, gain clarity, and achieve their personal goals. Together, we will uncover your strengths and explore pathways to a more meaningful and satisfying life.

We are a non-profit Christian Counseling Center that specializes in marriage, family, individual and children's counseling.

With over two decades of experience working in diverse therapeutic environments—ranging from outpatient clinics to psychiatric hospitals, adventure programs, residential treatment facilities, schools, juvenile corrections, and a military hospital—I bring a wide-ranging perspective to problem-solving and overcoming life's obstacles. As the Founder & President of two award-winning mental health centers with a staff 150, I've gained a holistic and interdisciplinary approach to care.

Durham is home to Duke University and Duke University Medical Center, one of the leading psychiatric research and treatment centers in the country — an institution that deeply shapes the quality and sophistication of the local therapy community. The Research Triangle's concentration of academics, researchers, and healthcare professionals creates demand for therapists with intellectual depth and experience with high-achievement anxiety, identity work, and the stresses of competitive knowledge-economy careers. Durham also has a vibrant Black community with deep historical roots, and therapists offering culturally affirming care, racial identity work, and intergenerational trauma support are well represented. The city's progressive culture sustains strong demand for LGBTQ+-affirming therapists, and many practitioners integrate social-justice-informed approaches across their work.

Gender ID

	50%	Male
	44%	Female
	6%	Non-Binary

Session Type

	67%	Online Only
	33%	In Person and Online

Top Specialties

92%	Anxiety or Fears
75%	Depression
75%	Parenting
58%	Child or Adolescent Issues
58%	Relationship and Marriage Counseling
58%	Social Anxiety
58%	Stress

Ages Served

100%	Adult
83%	Teen
75%	Young Adult
67%	Children
58%	Senior

Client Focus

67%	Women
58%	Men
42%	LGBTQ+
42%	Military / Veterans
25%	Black / African American

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) therapists in Durham, North Carolina NC

Thomas Coogan

First-Aid Counseling, PLLC

Avena Psychological Services

Groves Counseling Center

Andrew D. Sapp

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) therapists in Durham, North Carolina Statistics

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