Joy Close

Joy Close

Clinical Social Worker/therapist (919) 423-5941

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About Me

Seeking out therapy is an important decision, and it is imperative that you feel comfortable so that you can do the work necessary to help improve your life. Everyone goes through challenges and there is nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. My goal is to help you attain a better understanding of yourself, to help you develop new skills, improve your coping, and find resolution for the issues you may be facing. My approach is collaborative, and I work hard to create a supportive, accepting, and safe space where you will feel heard, valued, and empowered. I use a range of therapeutic techniques and offer a highly personalized approach tailored to your individual needs.
With 27+ years of experience, I have provided therapy for adults with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, family conflict, sexuality, adjustment, LGBTQIA+ and relationship concerns.
I am passionate about social justice, my work and making the world a better place for all. I am an anti-racist, anti-sexist, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and sex positive clinician. I work with adult clients from diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds

Orientation & Focus

Modalities

Couples, Families, Groups

Languages Spoken

English

Populations

LGBTQ+

Specialties

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Coaching
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • LGBT
  • Pain Management
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Conditions Treated

  • Addiction & Substance Abuse
  • ADHD
  • Aging & Senior Issues
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Cancer
  • Career Issues
  • Caregiver Stress
  • Chronic Pain & Illness
  • Communication Problems
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Family of Origin Issues
  • First responder issues
  • Grief & Loss
  • HIV / AIDS
  • Hospice & End of Life
  • Isolation & Loneliness
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Multicultural Concerns
  • Panic Attacks
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Health
  • Sexuality & Sexual Identity
  • Sleep & Insomnia
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
  • Veterans & Military
  • Women's Issues
  • Workplace Issues
  • Young Adult Issues

Treatment Options

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Coaching
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Locations

Main Location

123 Briarcliff Rd
Durham, North Carolina 27707
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