Trauma-Informed Therapy In North Carolina
Meet Your Counselor
Dr. Jeremy Henderson‑Teelucksingh (LCMHC #20374) provides trauma‑informed online counseling for adults, couples, polyamorous relationship systems, and families across North Carolina. Licensed as a clinical mental health counselor, Jeremy specializes in PTSD, trauma, anger, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, relationship issues, chronic illness, chronic stress, parent abuse, and more.
Learn more about online counseling, services and fees, and payment and insurance.
Mental and Behavioral Health in North Carolina
North Carolina faces significant mental and behavioral health challenges:
Mental distress: 24.9% of adults reported symptoms of anxiety or depressive disorder in early 2023, more than 20% of whom needed but did not receive counseling (KFF State Fact Sheet, NC).
Chronic illness: 12.1% of adults live with three or more chronic conditions such as arthritis, asthma, or kidney disease (America’s Health Rankings).
Frequent mental distress: 15.2% of adults percentage of adults who reported their mental health was not good 14 or more days in the past 30 days (America’s Health Rankings).
Substance use disorders continue to be a concern in North Carolina (National Survey on Drug Use and Health).
PTSD and trauma: Local data reveals 57.6% of North Carolinians report at least one childhood adverse experience (North Carolina Institute of Medicine).
These overlapping health and behavior issues highlight a deep need for care that honors both emotional pain and community or systemic context.
Why Trauma‑Informed Therapy Is Essential in North Carolina
Emotional distress, chronic illness, trauma, and addiction often intersect but remain untreated, especially where stigma, rural isolation, or systemic barriers limit care. Telehealth brings healing into communities across Charlotte, Raleigh, Asheville, Durham, and underserved rural areas like the Appalachian foothills and eastern coastal regions. It addresses not just symptoms but the deeper relational and cultural factors driving them.
Clients often seek support for:
Complex trauma and PTSD
Abuse, coercive family control, or intergenerational harm
LGBTQ+ identity challenges or family rejection
Stress-related illness, burnout, or autoimmune conditions
Co-occurring substance misuse or compulsive behaviors
Emotional suppression or long-term shame
Grief, transitions, or identity shifts
Therapy begins with the recognition that something feels off, even when a formal diagnosis hasn’t been made. If you live in North Carolina and want trauma-informed care grounded in respect, science, and lived experience, schedule a complimentary 15‑minute consultation to explore whether this approach is right for you.