Working with Laura has genuinely been one of the most transformative experiences I've had in…read moretherapy. I've done more traditional talk therapy for years, but somatic therapy with Laura has helped me understand myself in an entirely different way--not just intellectually, but on a much deeper level. Laura has an incredible ability to make you feel safe, seen, and understood while also gently challenging you to go places you might otherwise avoid. She is deeply intuitive, compassionate, thoughtful, and incredibly skilled at what she does. I never feel judged or rushed, and every session feels intentional and uniquely tailored to what I need in that moment. The work we've done together has changed the way I understand my emotions, my patterns, my relationships, and ultimately myself. I'm learning how to actually listen to and trust myself rather than constantly looking outside of myself for answers or reassurance. That shift has been profound for me. It's rare to find a therapist who can create such a safe space while also facilitating real, meaningful change. I'm incredibly grateful I found Laura and truly can't recommend her enough.

I have been on a healing journey for over a decade now. While my husband and I found long-term talk…read moretherapists, we struggled to find someone who could help us to grow as a couple. We met with a few therapists and nobody could quite figure out how to help us... Until we met Laura! A good friend of mine recommended her, and she offered us profound insights and teachings that helped us to grow individually and as a couple. Her approach is unique, drawing from a variety of practices including eastern medicine, somatic healing, and talk therapy which she put together in a way that I have since described as outlandish and surprisingly effective. After nearly two years of working with Laura, my husband and I are more connected than we ever expected to feel, we laugh together a lot more, we've done away with patterns that Laura quickly called us out on that were dysfunctional. From a bigger life perspective I've also let go and softened. Laura could tell where we could grow, sometimes in unconventional ways, and our lives are better for it. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking to heal or looking for new ways to grow.

i have been working with dr. whitenack for over 7 years. i'm in my 60's, married 40+ years, raised…read more2 children and have an mba with a 4.0 gpa. i've worked in finance my entire career and been around the block a few times in my life. i find dr. caleb whitenack the best psychiatrist i have ever worked with. my son began seeing a psychiatrist in 2nd grade, diagnosed with ocd that was a huge alteration to daily life, even challenging today in his 30s. the physician was very good with degrees from duke and yale. this was my first time working with a psychiatric. since this time, i have worked with numerous psychiatrists for my son, my daughter with add and my own personal challenges. what i find outstanding of dr. whitenack, in addition to his clear expertise in the field, is his ability to actively listen, clearly connect with his patients, articulate clearly, be professional and is blessed with great intuitiion. this by itself makes an amazing psychiatrist. although, he additionally goes out of his way to seek and quickly provide the most cost effective ways for patients to acquire and afford their medications. even knowing local discounts for specific meds and rx cards that work best. this is critical to many patients. i personally know individuals who have stopped taking medications because of cost, which has been detrimental to their health. in summary, he is an expert, has the full package of personal skills to successfully connect with his patients and be knowledge of medication avenues for patients to successfully acquire them. everything that gives his patients every possible opportunity for success. amazing caring expert!! cynthia w.

Seeing Dr Whitenack has been life-changing for me. He is an excellent listener, thorough and…read moreknowledgeable. In a few visits we had a plan that is working so well, I fell like I am living my life again. The office is friendly and comfortable, and he is so kind and easy-going, the whole experience is a positive one. Dr Whitenack is a great asset to our community!

Dr resigned and zero notification from this office. My son had to go cold turkey off potent meds…read moreuntil we could get him in to see a new provider. This place needs to be closed down by the state

DO NOT GO HERE. They ghosted me and I have no medication left. I have been calling every day and on…read morehold for hours. Crazy how a PSYCHIATRIST could fully ignore a patient. WHY DO YOU NOT PICK UP THE PHONE. Do not recommend Elaine Walker. She won't respond to portal messages. The message mailbox is full, so you can't even leave a message. I tried calling the new patient line to have them contact the office, and they left a message but no call back. Also, why is the front desk always so rude when I come into office????

When I'm asked for a referral, Beth Newton is the first name that comes to mind. She is a wonderful…read moreclinician!

I refer to Beth Newton, LCSW frequently for couples therapy. Being a couples therapist requires…read morethoughtful and dedicated evidence based training and I refer to Beth because she, unlike any other couples therapist in Durham, dedicates the time and devotion to the proper training. Many therapists say they work with adults, children and couples. There is no way to be adequately trained in all three. Beth is singularly focused on couples. That makes her outstanding in the field.

Carolyn Stevenson is a wonderful therapist. Carolyn had help me so much in my journey to see the…read morelight. She provided me with safety, security in her office. Unfortunately, We moved away but I know if I need to vent out, or find my way I can relied on Carolyn Stevenson.

Would not recommend…read more I was charged for a full session despite having to cancel it 3 days in advance (which adheres to policy). That is a FULL SESSION of $130 that I was charged for nothing. Even after providing the cancellation email thread with dated information, still no refund or assistance with my concerns. Not to mention that I really got no benefit from these sessions. Other than recommendations of a few resources that I could have found online (which is where she got them), this was a very expensive waste of time. Find someone who is concerned with helping you, not bleeding you dry. Your time and money are better spent elsewhere.

I originally came for a one-month stay but I enjoyed it so much I decided to stay for longer. The…read morehighlight was the customer service but overall I enjoyed all aspects! Food 3/5 Overall the food is good quality and very well made. The kitchen staff are friendly and always willing to help. There are only a few downsides, the first being that there is no menu for actually ordering your meal. Pro tip: If your food is cold, do NOT try to send it back. There are a variety of delicious milkshakes, the homemade strawberry flavor is the best, 10/10, I recommend! Entertainment 4/5 There is a full program of activities provided for your personal enjoyment. This includes yoga, art, bookclub, walks, and more. The highlight was a dance performance from the staff. Some of them did not appear to be classically trained but it was a free event so I can't complain. Amenities 3/5 There is a laundry room and unfortunately guests are expected to do their own laundry. The only problem being that the dryers do not exactly dry. Upon contacting customer services I was told that new machines would be installed the next day. This was four months ago, please see my review of Lowe's for more details. The bathrooms are good but only open at certain times and staff like to look before you flush. It's weird but they said it was all part of the inclusive all-expenses-paid experience. There are some complimentary meds available to guests. I'd rate the Phos-Nak 7/10 because it's good but not as good as other Phos-Nak I've had. Guest safety is a priority and there were two fire alarms during my stay. Unfortunately the first was my first night at 5am. As I stood outside in the snow, I wondered if it was some kind of weird hazing, "or" I thought, "maybe this is a regular occurrence designed to build character." It was neither, I was just unlucky. Customer Service 5/5 The customer service is excellent. The staff are all so dedicated and hardworking, and were so patient and understanding with my accent barrier *cough* heartburn. To enhance your stay they often organize 'spirit weeks'. I once participated in a 'staff meeting' during which most of us were wearing onesies and someone was dressed in Harry Potter pajama pants. Our attire, coupled with the fact that I had a milkshake in hand made the whole thing surreal. There is one particular staff member who stood out due to her tendency to eat off of others' plates. She once taught me how to insert my own NG tube, and pull it out! Just kidding, that stuff DEFINITELY never happened. Pro tip: If you want any privileges, I recommend poetry as a highly effective tool. In conclusion, I give Veritas 5 stars, 10/10, I highly recommend! It is a great place to recover, to grow, to learn about yourself, and practice stand up comedy routines. In all seriousness, this place helped me make progress that I didn't think I could. Thank you Veritas!

DO NOT GO HERE!!!!!…read more I attended Veritas from November 2020 through February 2021, and years later, I am still not fully healed from the traumatic experience I had there. I still have nightmares about this place. During my stay, the facility felt more like a prison than a place for recovery. It was poorly run and extremely understaffed, and despite being in an adult program, I felt like I was constantly treated like a child. The rules and overall environment made an already incredibly difficult period of my life even worse. They are so incredibly unempathetic that it felt more like a torture chamber than anything else, to the point where I genuinely wanted to eat the 'forbidden slushy' (the gel inside the heating packs) just to secure my way out of that hellscape. While there, I developed refeeding syndrome, which they caused, which is crazy because they are supposed to be medical professionals. On top of causing a dangerous medical emergency, they actually expected me to pay thousands out of pocket for an ambulance to fix their error. When I told them hell no, they made me sit around and wait an absurdly long time before finally giving me a ride to Duke University Hospital in one of their vans, all while being completely rude and hostile about it. What makes it even more ridiculous is that Duke was literally within walking distance of the facility. I was stuffed like a Thanksgiving turkey, and by the time they finally let me go, I was almost 10 pounds over the heaviest weight I had ever been before checking in. Even after moving into their PHP and IOP programs, they just kept trying to "refeed" me. To make matters worse, at one point they ran out of my prescription medication, which caused me to experience withdrawal symptoms. I also felt trapped by the financial consequences I was told I could face if I chose to leave AMA. I went there because I needed help. Instead, I left with an experience that I am still trying to heal from years later. They can rebrand to 'The Emily Program' and change their name all they want, but I will not let a name change protect them from the 1-2 star reviews left on the original Veritas page. I am here to warn the masses that whether they call themselves The Emily Program, Veritas, or whatever else, they can NEVER BE TRUSTED AND WILL TRAUMATIZE YOU, NOT HEAL YOU.

I've been seeing Amy for just over two years. A friend recommended her practice to me during one of…read morethe lowest periods of my life.  It's hard to summarize the journey we've been on together but she has helped me so much to reconnect with and feel safe in my body and stop living so much in my head. She is so kind, generous, caring and supportive.  Her approach is not formulaic; instead, she has such a broad and deep knowledge of different approaches,  techniques and supporting materials that she can use in the moment to respond with great care and thoughtfulness to however I show up that day.  Working with her has genuinely changed the way I move through my life, and I'm deeply grateful for the steadiness and compassion she brings to every session.

I have worked with Amy at Somatic Collaborative for over a year. In this work together I have…read morecreated a new relationship with my trauma, my body and my emotions. I truely feel safe in my own space and in the world, for the first time in my 70 years on this earth. This somatic work has given me an opportunity to step out of my story and view my very sensitive nervous system with respect and awe. Amy has helped me to understand that I "AM NOT BROKEN". And most importantly to learn how to understand and use the messages from my nervous system as a guide. The environment at the Collaborative is respectful, healing and safe. I am grateful to have found Amy and the Somatic Collaborative.