serving raleigh, NC
virtual therapy for Raleigh, NC
If you're in Raleigh, you've probably already tried the search: therapist near me, a directory with four hundred results, three inquiry emails, one reply — a waitlist. The Triangle has plenty of therapists and not nearly enough openings. Virtual therapy for Raleigh, NC skips that bottleneck: the right specialist can be anywhere in the state.
I'm Lindsey Smith, a licensed therapist based in Asheville offering virtual sessions to clients throughout North Carolina, including Raleigh, Cary, Durham, Apex, Wake Forest, and the surrounding area. I'm currently accepting new clients.
what I specialize in
My work is trauma-informed and nervous system-based — not just talking through problems, but working with the patterns below conscious thought. The things you understand but can't seem to change. That's where EMDR and somatic approaches come in. I work with anxiety, OCD, trauma, burnout, and the ways they overlap.
anxiety & OCD
Chronic worry, intrusive thoughts, and the loops that don't respond to logic. ERP for OCD — evidence-based and done at your pace.
trauma & EMDR
Complex trauma, PTSD, and the nervous system patterns that form when hard things happen. EMDR is one of the most effective evidence-based trauma treatments available.
burnout & high-functioning stress
The kind that hides behind a demanding job and a full calendar — running on empty while everything still looks fine from the outside.
ADHD & neurodivergence
Affirming care for adults with ADHD, autism, or who suspect they might be neurodivergent and haven't had language for why the world has felt harder.
how virtual therapy works
Sessions are HIPAA-compliant video — all you need is a private space and an internet connection. No crosstown drive after work, no waiting room. Most people find it easier to show up consistently, which matters more than people expect.
Sessions are 50 minutes, with 80-minute extended sessions available for EMDR and deeper trauma processing. I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield NC, Aetna, MedCost, and the NC State Health Plan. Self-pay starts at $150.
who I work with
Teens (16+), young adults, and adults. LGBTQ+ affirming. Experience with helping professions, creative people, and folks who've tried therapy before and found it didn't quite fit.
you can stop searching "therapist near me" now
The first step is a free 15-minute consultation — no pressure, just a chance to see if it feels right.
common questions about virtual therapy for Raleigh, NC
How does virtual therapy work for Raleigh residents?
Sessions are via HIPAA-compliant video — you need a private space and a stable connection. No crosstown drive on the Beltline, no waiting room. Most clients find that the flexibility to schedule around work or family makes them more consistent with therapy than they expected.
Does insurance cover virtual therapy in North Carolina?
Yes — Monday Counseling accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield NC, Aetna, MedCost, and the NC State Health Plan through a partner practice, and those plans cover telehealth the same as in-person sessions. Self-pay is $150 for 50 minutes, and HSA/FSA funds can be used.
What does Lindsey specialize in?
Anxiety, OCD and ERP, trauma, EMDR, burnout, depression, ADHD, somatic therapy, and IFS parts work. She works with teens (16+), young adults, and adults. Many clients come in having managed something alone for years without quite naming it.
ready to get started? the consult call is free.
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