Carrboro, NC Local Support & Community Resources

Beatrice Andres is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a Transforming Touch® Therapist dedicated to supporting individuals on their healing journeys. With a specialization in developmental trauma, medical trauma, attachment and relationship wounds, PTSD, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, chronic pain, disordered eating, and addictive behaviors, Beatrice passionately guides clients toward feeling more safe, alive, and resilient. Her expertise in therapeutic approaches, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Somatic Experiencing, and Strength-Based modalities, enriches her practice, allowing her to create a compassionate and nurturing environment tailored to each client's unique needs. Beatrice's commitment to her clients radiates through her warm and supportive presence.

Dr. Ruth Bard is a licensed psychologist with over twenty years of experience in providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. She incorporates her training in psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and cognitive-behavioral therapy to assist clients in reducing symptoms while enhancing insight and self-awareness. Dr. Bard specializes in pre-and post-partum mood disorders and infertility, eating disorders, women's issues, as well as depression and anxiety disorders, and is intensively trained in DBT. With a keen interest in the Mind-Body connection, she employs mindfulness training to aid clients in effectively managing stress. Additionally, Dr. Bard excels in supporting women as they navigate the challenges of pregnancy and parenting while maintaining their identity and sense of self. She affectionately works with college students during their transition from dependence to independence. Dr. Bard earned her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Adelphi University in New York in 1996 and completed her Post-Doctoral Fellowship at St. Mary's Medical Center, McAuley Institute, in San Francisco from 1996 to 1997. She also completed her Pre-Doctoral Internship at the Massachusetts Mental Health Center, Harvard Medical School Training Center, in Boston from 1991 to 1992.

Dr. Lisa Baron is a clinical social worker and therapist, dedicated to the transformative journey of her clients. She understands that reaching out for support is a true sign of strength, especially during life's challenging transitions. With a focus on helping clients listen to their own voices regarding their life directions and choices, Dr. Baron approaches each individual uniquely, ensuring that therapy is tailored to fit their specific needs. Her clients often describe her as warm, approachable, and wise, reflecting her relationship-based approach to therapy. Dr. Baron is committed to creating a safe and respectful environment, working collaboratively with clients towards their personal goals. She welcomes the opportunity for individuals to inquire about her services, confident that a strong therapist-client fit is vital for successful therapy.