When I'm asked for a referral, Beth Newton is the first name that comes to mind. She is a wonderful…read moreclinician!

I refer to Beth Newton, LCSW frequently for couples therapy. Being a couples therapist requires…read morethoughtful and dedicated evidence based training and I refer to Beth because she, unlike any other couples therapist in Durham, dedicates the time and devotion to the proper training. Many therapists say they work with adults, children and couples. There is no way to be adequately trained in all three. Beth is singularly focused on couples. That makes her outstanding in the field.

Amy is an incredible healer and space holder. I've been working with her on a (mostly) weekly…read morebasis, and she's really shifted some major blocks for me and brought me in touch with strong emotions I wasn't aware of in my body. Her "somatic experiencing" works seems simple: light touch and deep nurturing connection, but it goes extremely deep. In the first few sessions, I mostly rested in connection and safety. Thereafter, though, arose some really intense healing and emotional/traumatic release -- once my body felt safe with her, I guess. I was amazed in her capacity to work with and hold the range of experiences moving through my being. I really feel a strong maternal presence holding me, meeting deep attachment needs I didn't know that I had. Critically, I feel very safe with Amy, and really trust her to handle what arises. I have done talk therapy for years. And consider myself quite in touch with my body (yoga teacher certified, etc.). Yet Amy's healing presence is doing deep work in a uniquely potent, efficient, and in-the-moment manner. Thank you!

I've been seeing Amy for just over two years. A friend recommended her practice to me during one of…read morethe lowest periods of my life.  It's hard to summarize the journey we've been on together but she has helped me so much to reconnect with and feel safe in my body and stop living so much in my head. She is so kind, generous, caring and supportive.  Her approach is not formulaic; instead, she has such a broad and deep knowledge of different approaches,  techniques and supporting materials that she can use in the moment to respond with great care and thoughtfulness to however I show up that day.  Working with her has genuinely changed the way I move through my life, and I'm deeply grateful for the steadiness and compassion she brings to every session.

Dr. Boustani has been an angel to me and my family. It's amazing that such a small person can have…read moresuch a huge presence. She has an amazing way of cutting straight through all of the BS and empowering you to really see what is going on and what to do about it. She has a wealth of professional experience, but she is also just an incredible person and really authentically cares about you. I would recommend her to absolutely anyone looking for counseling or psychotherapy, regardless of age or circumstance...

Dr. Boustani is amazing. I had difficulty working with other therapists/doctors, she quickly began…read moreusing out of the box methods to help me obtain the tools I required to deal with the trauma which was derailing my life. When someone has trust issues the absolute worst thing anyone can do is to be manipulative, she understood that and took a very srtaight forward approach; she was ever understanding, wise, and respectful in my encounters with her. I highly recommend her to anyone who wishes to avoid a negative experience or who has had a negative experience with therapy in the past. Therapy is work, it will hurt, however when done with the correct therapist for you it can (and will) change yoru world for the better.

i have been working with dr. whitenack for over 7 years. i'm in my 60's, married 40+ years, raised…read more2 children and have an mba with a 4.0 gpa. i've worked in finance my entire career and been around the block a few times in my life. i find dr. caleb whitenack the best psychiatrist i have ever worked with. my son began seeing a psychiatrist in 2nd grade, diagnosed with ocd that was a huge alteration to daily life, even challenging today in his 30s. the physician was very good with degrees from duke and yale. this was my first time working with a psychiatric. since this time, i have worked with numerous psychiatrists for my son, my daughter with add and my own personal challenges. what i find outstanding of dr. whitenack, in addition to his clear expertise in the field, is his ability to actively listen, clearly connect with his patients, articulate clearly, be professional and is blessed with great intuitiion. this by itself makes an amazing psychiatrist. although, he additionally goes out of his way to seek and quickly provide the most cost effective ways for patients to acquire and afford their medications. even knowing local discounts for specific meds and rx cards that work best. this is critical to many patients. i personally know individuals who have stopped taking medications because of cost, which has been detrimental to their health. in summary, he is an expert, has the full package of personal skills to successfully connect with his patients and be knowledge of medication avenues for patients to successfully acquire them. everything that gives his patients every possible opportunity for success. amazing caring expert!! cynthia w.

Seeing Dr Whitenack has been life-changing for me. He is an excellent listener, thorough and…read moreknowledgeable. In a few visits we had a plan that is working so well, I fell like I am living my life again. The office is friendly and comfortable, and he is so kind and easy-going, the whole experience is a positive one. Dr Whitenack is a great asset to our community!

Visiting Steven is like going to that safe place that you have tucked away in your heart from your…read morechildhood. I feel trusted and trusting in his space and can allow my deepest, truest voice to be heard in his presence. There's no judgement from him, only kindness that strives to stroll through some painful past experiences. Steven is a most trusting, helpful, and skilled healer (and an excellent writer too!) He is persistent yet mindful of boundaries. He will nudge you over that small roadblock of your mind and help you to realize how easy (or difficult) it was to overcome. Then you will learn how glad you are to have gone through it. The world seems like a different place after a session with Steven. There should be a sign in Steven's office - Disclaimer: Clarity and mindfulness may follow. Self-understanding, rejuvenation, growth, tranquility, confidence, and mental relief all come to mind. Steven will put years of experience, research, reading, writing, singing, and learning into the path of your winding river. Aptly named: Flow Healing Arts.

Steven is the bomb diggity. Plain and simple…read more I went to Steven, so I thought, because my back was hurting, and no conventional therapies were working for me. I also thought it could be some kind of emotional issue as well, I was desperate and tired of being hunched over like an old lady. What I got was so much more. Not only did my back pain go away, but I got major transformation to boot. My relationships have improved. I started dating (after being single for 2 years), and I'm feeling more present and "in-my-body" than I ever have before in my life. I think every person who wants real transformation should go see this guy. He's not only a genius at what he does, but he really walks the talk. He IS a really grounded, present, and open hearted guy. You just feel calm in his presence. It's a rare find to find a healer who seems to have some of their own stuff worked out, it gives you a lot of faith in what they're doing with you! Anyway, he's awesome. GO. Just...go.

I have seen Jenna for couples counseling and one individual session. She is warm and open and…read moreincredibly insightful. I feel like she has a thorough understanding of my issues, my partner's, and those we face together. She is goal-oriented, sharing book recommendations and links to videos and other information--all relevant and helpful. I highly recommend her.

It had been over 35 years since I'd seen a therapist but after several recent challenging events in…read moremy life, I decided I needed a few months of counseling to regain my balance. I feel like I'm back in the game of life now but I'm still consulting with Jenna after 18 months. She continues to be an excellent resource for me because she is a great listener but knows when to jump in if my emotional reasoning starts to stray. Her insights into why I sometimes get stuck are really helpful to me. She is grounded and evidence based, introducing me to various tools, attitudes and skill sets for managing my sometimes turbulent emotional landscape. But she also has great intuition and insight into mysteries of the heart and the need to respect and learn from our reptilian instincts without being controlled by that part of us. Jenna has a great balance between head and heart. Her vibe is confident, open to life and compassionate. She knows she has something good to offer and she skillfully brings that spirit to our conversations. I trust her and highly recommend her.