Emelia Thygesen

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

10 Endorsed

Durham, NC 27713

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Are you taking care of everyone else but yourself. Do you find that you have to keep busy all the time, or else it feels like you’re wasting time. Are the emotions so much bigger than you can handle, and yet people just tell you “it is not that big of a deal.” Is it hard keeping friendships, because you find that you do all the communication. Get the emo playlist ready, and let's dig into that shit together. I can help you to find ways to reduce the hold anxiety and depression has on you.

I believe in accessing our whole selves, and utilizing somatic practices. I educate clients on health and how it plays a key role in their mental well being. I encourage routine setting, boundaries, and life adjustments. I can also assist in adjusting to a new job, career, or being in college.

I started my career in psychology and counseling when I experienced a suicide in my family. It gave me the courage to make changes for myself, and help people around me who were also suffering grief, loss, and depression. I'm an advocate of mental health issues, a proud adoptee, and a supporter of the arts. Please reach out to me for a free consultation.

Call or Email Emelia Thygesen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (252) 253-6097

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Durham, NC 27713

(252) 253-6097

I am conducting telehealth sessions only. Working hours 10am-5pm EST Monday-Thursday.

I specialize in Anxiety, Adoption and Career Counseling

$110 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (252) 253-6097

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Durham, NC 27713

(252) 253-6097

I am conducting telehealth sessions only. Working hours 10am-5pm EST Monday-Thursday.

I specialize in Anxiety, Adoption and Career Counseling

$110 Per Session, I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $110
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by ACH Bank transfer, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem | Elevance
BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth
ComPsych
Empire BlueCross BlueShield
Harvard Pilgrim
Meridian
NC state health plan
Optum
Oscar Health
Oxford
Regence
Spring Health
UMR
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Out of Network

Currently with a practice who takes SHP, and bills most insurance. Private practice: I take insurance providers through Headway and Alma platforms except for SC.If you have out-of-network benefits, Mentaya will file claims and handle the insurance paperwork to make sure you get reimbursed.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 253-6097

Emelia Thygesen

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 253-6097

Emelia Thygesen

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 15567 Emelia Thygesen
In Practice for 9 Years
License: New York State Department of Education 006462 / 2015
License: Oregon Healthh Authority C6561 / 2022
Attended Canisius College, Graduated 2010

Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) Certification

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 253-6097

Emelia Thygesen

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC

Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) Certification

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 253-6097

Emelia Thygesen

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Adoption
Career Counseling

Expertise

Bisexual
Body Positivity
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
Highly Sensitive Person
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
School Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Stress
Transgender
Women's Issues

I work with clients coming out of toxic relationships, codependency, and life changes. I like to get to know clients and collaborate on a plan of action to address their current struggles.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 253-6097

Emelia Thygesen

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC

I work with clients coming out of toxic relationships, codependency, and life changes. I like to get to know clients and collaborate on a plan of action to address their current struggles.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (252) 253-6097

Emelia Thygesen

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC

10 Endorsements

Maren Levine

Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, RYT500

Emelia is a well-trained and thoughtful therapist. Her deep empathy and understanding set her apart from many in the field. She will promote deep personal growth and will listen without judgement. I highly recommend her as a therapist.

Kathleen Nelson, LMSW, ACSW

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, GC-C

Emelia understands what it's like to focus on everyone else but yourself. If you have decided it is now time to focus on you, Emelia is who you need to see. She looks at you as a whole person and helps you do the same.

Sophia Ngo | Holistic Therapist For Asian Americans

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PPSC

Amelia is a compassionate therapist when it comes to supporting her clients. Her whole person care has helped many with their mental health including anxiety and depression.

Karishma Chawla

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC

Emelia is the type of person you want in your corner when life feels overwhelming and tough. She will be your advocate and biggest supporter to help you live a more fulfilling life!

Mindful Healing & Trauma Recovery

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP

Emelia is a compassionate and skilled therapist! Her somatic interventions and her whole-person approach within the therapeutic alliance aid in optimal healing!

Dr. Katsiaryna Aniskovich

Counselor, PhD, LMHC

Emelia is not just a therapist who teaches, supports, and encourages her clients. She also lived through challenges herself and can validate and understand struggles related to boundaries, life losses, and adjustments. Great therapist to work with.

Eleena Hardzinski

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Emelia is an amazing therapist. Her empathetic approach and expertise help clients navigate their unique journeys, fostering growth, resilience, and emotional well-being. I highly recommend Emelia!

Patricia A Bunn

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA

With personal experience of the adoption process, Amelia provides warm and compassionate aid to adoptees and foster care families. Amelia provides a whole body, somatic therapeutic approach that works well with anxiety, life, and career transitions.

Aubrey Baptista

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, QS, ATR-BC

Emelia is an incredible resource for adoptees. She provides individualized support and has a ton of experience helping. I highly recommend her services.

Victoria Leonard

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Emelia is a compassionate psychotherapist that uses a variety of tools to help clients reach their therapeutic goals.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Expressive Arts
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Narrative
Person-Centered
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (252) 253-6097

Emelia Thygesen

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (252) 253-6097

Emelia Thygesen

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC

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Durham, NC 27713

(252) 253-6097

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I am conducting telehealth sessions only. Working hours 10am-5pm EST Monday-Thursday.

Call for a free consultation now - (252) 253-6097

Emelia Thygesen

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC

I am conducting telehealth sessions only. Working hours 10am-5pm EST Monday-Thursday.

Call for a free consultation now - (252) 253-6097

Emelia Thygesen

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC