Arezou Paksima, LCSW

Navigating academics and young adulthood can be a lot! Whether you're struggling with school related stress or something more personal, finding the right therapist can really help.

A little about me - I first sought out therapy when I was in graduate school after going through a painful breakup. Therapy helped me get through that difficult time in my life as well as understand myself more deeply, work through familial conflict, and grow as a person.

After about 7 years of working as the Assistant Director of a graduate program at Columbia University and doing a lot of personal growth work, I decided to go back to school for a second graduate degree in Social Work with a focus on mental health.

I've been in clinical practice since 2012 and have been working with Duke University students since moving to Durham from NYC in 2019.

My approach as a therapist is one of curiosity, connection, and compassion. I have advanced training in body-oriented psychotherapy, relational trauma, and EMDR but the most important thing I strive to provide is a place of safety where you feel heard and seen without judgement.

I offer both in-person and Telehealth appointments. My office is located right across from the Target on Chapel Hill Blvd

I'm happy to speak with you to answer any of your questions and to learn more about you. I can be reached via phone or text at
919-925-1028

by email at arezoupaksimalcsw@gmail.com

To find out more about my practice: www.arezoupaksimalcsw.com