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25 Years
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Your Trusted Therapist in Chapel Hill, NC
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 35 years of experience in the Triangle area. My practice focuses on providing personalized mental health therapy for children, adolescents, college students, families, and older adults. With dual Master's degrees in Social Work and Recreation Therapy, I integrate evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy, and mindfulness to address anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions.My home-based office offers a nurturing environment enhanced by therapy dogs Bentley and Theo, who help clients feel at ease. I emphasize practical tools, family collaboration, and community resource connections to empower clients through life challenges. After decades in hospital and institutional settings, I established this private practice in 2001 to create a more personalized therapeutic experience.
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Depression Counseling
ADHD Support
Family Therapy
Play Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Parenting Guidance
School Consultations
Grief Counseling
Life Transitions
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of Triangle-area clinical experience
- Integrates play therapy and sensory activities for children
- Home office setting reduces clinical stressors
- Completed advanced training with ADHD specialists
- Offers school/home visit observation services
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
- North Carolina Board of Clinical Social Work Certification
What people say
Compassionate and knowledgeable
Home visits beneficial
Effective ADHD strategies
Nurturing environment
Highly recommended
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Specialized treatment for anxiety disorders using evidence-based techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, and sensory integration. Customized coping strategies help clients manage symptoms in daily life while addressing root causes through compassionate, personalized sessions.
Child Play Therapy
Developmentally appropriate treatment combining play therapy with sensory activities to address emotional and behavioral challenges in children. Incorporates games, art projects, and therapeutic tools to create engaging sessions that build resilience and emotional regulation skills in a safe environment.
ADHD Coaching
Tailored support for children and adults with ADHD featuring organizational strategies, executive functioning coaching, and environmental modifications. Combines clinical expertise with practical solutions to improve focus and task completion while honoring neurodiverse learning styles through structured therapeutic interventions.
Family Counseling
Collaborative sessions addressing family dynamics, communication patterns, and relationship challenges. Utilizes systems theory to improve interpersonal connections while providing practical tools for resolving conflicts and strengthening familial bonds through both in-office and observational home visit approaches.
Life Transitions
Guidance through major life changes including divorce, parenthood, career shifts, and educational adjustments. Empowers clients to develop adaptive coping mechanisms while leveraging personal strengths to navigate uncertainty and create positive pathways forward through structured therapeutic frameworks.
People
Giduz Betsy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
35+ year Chapel Hill native with dual Master's degrees in Social Work and Recreation Therapy. Provides therapy for children through adults using evidence-based methods in home and school settings while maintaining clinical affiliations with local healthcare providers.
Questions
Do you accept insurance?
I provide super bills for out-of-network reimbursement. Please verify your mental health coverage with your insurance provider.
What are session rates?
Intake: $160 (60min). Adult sessions: $160/hour. Child sessions: $150 (45min). Sliding scale options available.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, I offer flexible scheduling including some evenings and weekends to accommodate client needs.
Do you offer telehealth options?
Phone sessions are available for illness-related cancellations or geographic convenience while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
What ages do you work with?
I specialize in children through older adults, with particular expertise in adolescent development and family systems.
Do you work with schools?
Yes, I conduct classroom observations and collaborate with educators to support children's academic and social-emotional needs.
