Our therapists offer depression counseling services in North Carolina.

Turiya Powell is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor committed to helping individuals ages 11 and up who are dealing with mental health issues including anxiety, depression, life stressors, and trauma. She has 11 years of experience supporting clients with personal growth and healthier coping strategies. With a background in individual and group counseling, including work in substance abuse treatment, Turiya guides others in overcoming challenges and achieving goals.

Turiya earned her Master’s in Professional Counseling from Liberty University. Her approach is built on trust, empathy, and collaboration, and she strives to create a space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.

Whether you're dealing with emotional struggles, life transitions, or specific mental health concerns, Turiya will help you overcome obstacles and move toward a more fulfilling and productive life. She looks forward to meeting you!

Nabeel Saad is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 8 years of experience in the mental health field. He is passionate, motivated, highly empathetic, and dedicated to helping teens and adults with a wide variety of life challenges. This includes supporting those dealing with depression, isolation and loneliness, anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, trauma, adjustment disorders, and relationship issues.

Nabeel completed his Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at Stony Brook University. Since graduating, he has spent years dedicated to helping individuals struggling with a wide variety of mental health issues. His motivation in this field stems from his desire to help cultivate positive changes for those struggling with life challenges, as well as from personal experiences of having friends and family members in recovery. Nabeel utilizes a holistic approach to treatment that includes balancing traditional cognitive behavioral (CBT) approaches that focus on changing problematic thoughts and behaviors, with "third wave" and "positive psychology" techniques that emphasize an individual's spiritual and emotional health, by focusing on happiness, mindfulness, meaning, and purpose.

Our mental health is an often overlooked part of our lives that is essential to our happiness and well-being. It allows us to prosper and achieve the goals and dreams we set for ourselves. Nabeel is dedicated to helping you navigate through the challenges and barriers that you might be struggling with. If you are motivated and willing to take the necessary steps to make positive changes for yourself and improve your mental health and wellness, schedule an appointment with him today.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 15 years of experience. I have supported individuals facing depression, anxiety, bipolar spectrum disorders, schizophrenia spectrum disorder, dementia-related conditions, and substance use challenges. I provide virtual care and bring a compassionate, client-centered approach to every session, ensuring that those I work with feel supported, valued, and empowered.

I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Hunter College. My clinical approach includes psychotropic medication management along with adjunctive therapies. I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, supportive therapy, and trauma- and emotion-focused interventions to best meet each client’s needs. .

My clients can expect me to be a knowledgeable and attentive listener who is warm, understanding, and supportive. I strive to create a safe and collaborative space where we can work together to achieve lasting emotional growth and stability.

Matt Smith is a Nationally Certified Counselor and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who has worked in various counseling and education settings for over 15 years. He has counseled elementary school students, middle school students, high school students, college dormitory residents, adult college students, and adults in the workforce. Matt has also helped clients work through a variety of issues, such as relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, PTSD, homelessness, divorce, academic difficulties, attention deficit, anger management, assault survival, and inmate transition back into society.

Matt earned his undergraduate degree in Education and Psychology from Guilford College, and his master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Matt has served in a university counseling center and public and private counseling agencies. He provided personal, career, and life skills counseling, and created and revised detailed accommodation plans for students with disabilities. Matt has served clients from disadvantaged backgrounds: low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities.

Matt’s counseling approach is a blend of Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Cognitive Therapy. During sessions, Matt will identify appropriate and applicable projects and expressive arts techniques for his clients to consider trying. Such projects and techniques may include therapeutic photography, journal writing, genograms, painting, clay, music, and additional tactile/kinesthetic arts.

During your initial visit, Matt will review your paperwork, your history, your current counseling goals (if any), and presenting strengths & next steps. Matt is excited to assist you to reach your goals!

Laura Harris, MS, LCMHC, is a licensed therapist with over 10 years of experience supporting people who are used to performing under pressure but want to live with more clarity and less noise. She works best with adults who carry a lot of responsibility, insight, complexity, and are looking for space to think clearly and move with intention. Laura’s approach is grounded, honest, and deeply human. You don’t have to perform here. Just bring what’s real.

Laura holds degrees from Missouri State University and Tuskegee University. Her work blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and intuitive, truth-driven conversation. Her style is warm, practical, and expansive, ideal for those seeking clarity, insight, and accountability.

Therapy with Laura is collaborative, direct, and grounded in care. A former early childhood educator and quiet contributor to national conversations on race and mental health, she brings humor, depth, and insight to every session. If you're ready for therapy that meets your mind and heart, Laura invites you to reach out.