Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Durham, NC
At KKJ Forensic & Psychological SVCS, we are dedicated to helping individuals discover their unique purpose through personalized mental health care. Our practice combines evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a holistic approach that addresses the mind, body, and spirit. We specialize in individual, couples, and family therapy for all ages, along with psychological evaluations and specialized programs for stress management, relationship enhancement, and leadership development. Our team of licensed professionals prioritizes authenticity, warmth, and empathy to create meaningful therapeutic relationships that foster lasting change.We believe in treating each client as a whole person with distinct strengths and challenges, offering tailored interventions that promote health, growth, and leadership skills. Our services extend to forensic psychology, telehealth options, and community workshops designed to equip clients with practical tools for navigating life's complexities. With decades of combined experience in mental health, our practitioners bring both clinical expertise and compassionate care to every session, ensuring clients receive the highest standard of professional support.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Psychological Evaluations
Telehealth Services
Co-Parenting Training
Stress Management
Career Counseling
Parenting Support
Trauma Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer individualized therapy approaches tailored to your unique needs
- Our team uses evidence-based techniques for effective treatment
- We focus on treating the whole person - mind, body, and spirit
- Specialized programs for stress management and relationship enhancement
- Experienced professionals with expertise in trauma and leadership development
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide personalized treatment plans addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. We employ evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT while emphasizing the therapeutic relationship. Clients develop coping strategies and work toward personal growth through weekly sessions tailored to their specific needs and goals.
Couples Counseling
This service helps couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen emotional connections. Using Gottman Method principles and discernment counseling techniques, we address relationship ambivalence and work-life balance challenges. Sessions focus on building healthier patterns and fostering mutual understanding between partners.
Psychological Evaluations
We conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations for diagnostic clarification and treatment planning. Services include pre-employment screenings, adoption readiness assessments, and forensic evaluations. Our assessments use standardized tools like the NEO PI-3 personality inventory to provide accurate, actionable insights for clients and referring professionals.
Telehealth Services
Our telehealth platform offers accessible mental health care through secure video sessions. This service suits busy professionals, parents needing childcare flexibility, and clients requiring short-term support. We maintain the same therapeutic standards and confidentiality protocols as in-person sessions while providing greater scheduling convenience.
Co-Parenting Training
This specialized program assists individuals navigating separation or divorce through collaborative processes. Certified mediators provide tools for effective co-parenting communication and conflict resolution. The training addresses high-conflict situations and helps establish healthy boundaries while prioritizing children's well-being during family transitions.
People
Katrina Kuzyszyn-Jones, Psy.D.
Founder & Clinical Director
Dr. KKJ specializes in holistic well-being and leadership development, providing clinical supervision to early career psychologists. With expertise in trauma and self-care practices, she offers forensic evaluations and consultation services while maintaining active involvement in professional training programs.
Samantha England, Psy.D.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. England focuses on anxiety, depression, and relationship issues through evidence-based interventions. She conducts psychological evaluations and specializes in helping clients develop personalized strategies for managing mental health challenges and improving interpersonal connections within therapeutic and forensic contexts.
Whitney Wall Strugatsky, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Strugatsky specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma across the lifespan. Her expertise includes developmental psychology and student mental health, with a focus on creating individualized treatment plans that address both immediate concerns and long-term personal growth objectives.
Julianne Ludlam, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Ludlam specializes in trauma assessment and psychological evaluations, with extensive experience in forensic settings. She provides training development for mental health professionals and conducts diagnostic assessments that inform treatment planning and legal proceedings.
Kaytie Mero, MA
Therapist & Workshop Leader
Ms. Mero focuses on depression, anxiety, and stress management through individual and group therapy. As a workshop leader, she develops educational programs on parenting strategies and relationship dynamics while providing direct clinical services to diverse client populations.
Questions
What types of therapy services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, and family therapy for all ages, specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions using evidence-based approaches.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide secure telehealth services for therapy, counseling, and select evaluations, offering flexible access to mental health care for busy professionals and remote clients.
What forensic psychology services are available?
Our forensic services include psychological evaluations, custody assessments, adoption readiness evaluations, and co-parenting training with certified mediators for divorce proceedings.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule appointments through our online booking system or by calling our Durham office directly at 919-493-1975 during regular business hours.
What makes your practice different from others?
We combine individualized treatment plans with a holistic approach addressing mind, body, and spirit, emphasizing authentic therapeutic relationships and evidence-based techniques for lasting personal growth.
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