Our Therapists

I have been providing mental health services to children, adolescents, and families since 2007.  I have a Bachelors in Social Work from Meredith College which I received in 2007. I have a Masters of Arts degree, with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from North Carolina Central University, which I received in 2015. I am also a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state of North Carolina( 11870), and am a National Certified Counselor (632727). I have provided mental health services in multiple settings, including Day Treatment services, Intensive In-Home services, and Outpatient Therapy services. I enjoy working with children of all ages. Throughout my years providing treatment as a child therapist, I have had experience working with diagnoses such as, anxiety disorders, ADHD,  Oppositional-Defiant Disorder, social skills deficits, adjustment disorders, and depression. While working with children and adolescents, I recognize the family system is the foundation for success, therefore in my practice, parenting skills and relationship building strategies are also provided. I also enjoys working with adults struggling with anxiety and depression. In my practice located in Durham N.C. I will primarily utilize play therapy techniques and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy modalities to assist my clients in meeting their goals for treatment

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA) (#12169A), which means that I practice Marriage and Family therapy under the supervision of an American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) approved supervisor in accordance with the North Carolina Marriage and Family Therapy Licensure Board (NCMFTLB) until I achieve full unrestricted licensure. My approach to therapy comes from a humanistic emotion-focused and systemic perspective, which allows me to work with all parts of a client’s life, more specifically aiding them to be more attuned with their emotions in order to develop supportive skills to overcome challenges. I have provided therapeutic services for the past three years within a variety of settings, such as, Day Treatment services, Intensive In-Home services, School-Based therapy, and within an on-campus college setting. I have experience working with clients struggling with Major Depressive Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, interpersonal and relational difficulties, in addition to depression and anger management skills. As a relational and family-oriented therapist, I incorporate a systemic approach throughout my practice when working with children and youth, individuals, couples, and families, that focuses on connection and growth occurring within the context of relationships. I utilize Satir-Experiential and Cognitive Behavioral informed therapeutic modalities, along with art and play therapy techniques to assist clients in attaining therapeutic growth. I have a master’s degree (M.A.) in Marriage and Family Therapy with a Systemic Multicultural Counseling Certificate from Appalachian State University received in 2018 and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte received in 2014. I am also a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and North Carolina Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (NCAMFT).

I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor associate (LCMHCA #A15152) and a certified rehabilitation counselor (CRC #00386120). I have a  Master of Science degree in clinical mental health counseling from UNC Chapel Hill and a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from Davidson College. I have over two years of experience in providing therapy and conducting assessments.  I enjoy working with clients ages 13 and up. I have experience working with individuals with mood disorders (i.e. depression, bipolar), anxiety, trauma and PTSD, and AD/HD.

My therapy style engages clients in the process by demonstrating empathy, warmth, and honesty in session. I ampassionate regarding providing clients with person-centered therapy that emphasizes their role in decision-making. I strive to create a non-judgmental and supportive environment where clients can process emotions, problem solve, and learn new skills.

My approach to therapy stems from a mixture of academic knowledge, professional experience, and my own personal experiences. My approach is eclectic and incorporates techniques from a variety of therapeutic models to best suit the individual client. While I primarily utilize techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I also incorporate skills from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. As well, I have specialized training in Cognitive Processing Therapy- an evidence-based therapy for PTSD.

Emone Black, LCMHCA, NCC, CCC

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA #A18009) and a Certified Career Counselor (CCC). I am under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor approved by the North Carolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors (NCBLCMHC). I graduated from North Carolina Central University in 2021 with a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Career Counseling and Placement. I have a year of experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults with anxiety, depression, conduct disorder, anger problems, ADHD, and autism. My therapy style includes using components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Play Therapy. I am passionate about working with grandfamilies (minors raised by their grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, or siblings) and hope to help these families’ overcome challenges associated with their new family dynamic. I hope to provide a space that allows creativity, growth, understanding, and hope for a better you.   

I am a Licensed Clinical mental health counselor Associate (LCMHCA #A18228) and a National Certified Counselor (NCC # 1723321). I am currently practicing under the supervision of a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. I obtained a Master of Science degree in Psychology from Capella University in 2019. I achieved a Master of Arts degree, in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University in 2022.  

Over the past year, I have been providing counseling services to adults and children in the community, at home, in schools, and through telehealth. I have experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety disorder, adjustment disorder, ADHD, emotional and behavioral problems, family conflicts, and varieties of childhood trauma e.g., neglect, and sexual, emotional, and physical abuse.

My primary therapeutic technique is cognitive behavior therapy. I utilize CBT alone or in combination with other evidence-based theoretical models such as person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, reality therapy, and strength-based therapy. 

I am committed to the work that I do with children and families. I do my best to make a valuable impact in each person’s life. While working with individuals I continue to learn and grow not only from other professionals in the field but also from the individuals I counsel.