Find a therapist in Durham, NC — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Durham, NC accepting new patients
Durham residents can access compassionate mental health care through Headway's network of 2,721 providers specializing in talk therapy and medication management. Whether you're in Old West Durham, Lakewood, or near Duke University, flexible sessions and insurance coverage make support convenient and affordable.
I have been in private practice for 20 years with my specialty focusing on individuals resolving historic traumas and women balancing all of the complications of womanhood in a fast paced, demanding world. My style is informed from my diverse experience. I have worked in adolescent residential treatment, FBI consulting, an expert witness and a graduate school professorship; all the while working with my private practice clients. In the last several years, I have been sought out as a corporate consultant and speaker to discuss how our negative experiences and traumas shape our behaviors as high intensity professionals.
The untapped magnificence I see in my clients never ceases to inspire and amaze me. Anyone who is willing to do hard work is already a gift to this World! I've grown bored of many things in my life but this work....never!
Life can pull us in a hundred different directions, and sometimes it takes slowing down, getting real, and having honest conversations to find our way forward. My approach is straightforward and commpassionate - no judgment, no fluff. I meet you where you are, walk beside you through the challenges, and help you rediscover your strength, clarity, and purpose.
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My aim is to first help clients feel heard, understood, and supported in their goals. Then, I aim to provide evidence based interventions to equip them with the tools necessary to help them feel stronger, and empowered to face life's challenges.
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Looking for someone that is warm, direct and knowledgeable. You found it!! I look forward to assisting you reconnect your mind, body and spirit using EMDR, Brainspotting or talk therapy. Have a great day.
Helena A. Johnson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist located in the Research Triangle. She has earned her Master’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Couple Counseling. She received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Child Development and Family Relations She is dedicated to working with an array of individuals and couples helping them heal difficult relationships and sexual dysfunction. She is also trauma certified.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Durham, NC
- 97%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 85%Stress management
- 75%Trauma
- 74%Relationship issues
- 96%Aetna
- 90%Cigna
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 57%United Healthcare
- 57%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 96%English
- 3%Spanish
- 3%Yoruba
- 1%Arabic
- 1%German
- 99%In-person or online
- 1%In-person only
- 72%Woman
- 24%Man
- 4%Non-binary
- 37%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 35%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
- 10%Nurse Practitioner
- 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 4%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor
- 99%Individual therapy
- 28%Family therapy
- 22%Couples therapy
- 10%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Durham
Finding the right therapist in Durham starts with identifying what you want to work on. Whether you're looking for support with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, or another concern, choosing a licensed provider who specializes in that area can make a meaningful difference. Durham is home to a large and diverse network of mental health professionals, including licensed clinical mental health counselors (LCMHCs), licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs), psychologists, and psychiatrists.
Beyond specialty, consider practical factors like whether you prefer in-person sessions or virtual visits, and whether a provider's availability fits your schedule. Reading a provider's bio can give you a sense of their approach and help you decide if they feel like a good match. Many providers offer a free phone consultation before your first session, so you can ask questions and gauge fit with no commitment.
Therapy in Durham can be expensive without insurance. One of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs is to see a provider who is in-network with your plan. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a therapist who fits both your clinical needs and your budget.
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