Research Triangle Counseling, PLLC

12/29/2025

Burnout isn’t just about feeling tired: it quietly undercuts team energy, innovation, and even your bottom line. Did you know employee burnout costs U.S. companies an estimated $322 billion each year in turnover and lost productivity?

When workplaces foster cultures that normalize stress, high achievers pay the unseen price. But it doesn’t have to stay this way. By opening real conversations about mental health, prioritizing rest, and modeling compassion at work, we shift more than just numbers; we shift lives.

How can your company create spaces for true mental wellness, not just less burnout?

12/27/2025

Every January, we hype ourselves up to change, work harder, stress less, maybe call our mom more (lol). But what if THIS year, you put your own mental wellness at the top of the list? Not as a "fix myself fast" thing, but as a fierce commitment to show up for yourself every week.

Therapy is where you learn how your story shapes the way you show up in the world: at home, at work, in the mirror. You don’t have to wait for a total meltdown to start. Your brain’s literally ready to rewrite old patterns for 2026, promise. Wanna stop living on autopilot? Set the intention, reach out, and let’s make this year the one that feels GOOD in your actual body.

Life’s busy, but healing matters. We’ve got you; RTC Charlotte AND Durham, or wherever you are in NC. Book your session today. 🫶

Link right here- https://rtcounseling.clientsecure.me/

12/26/2025

Ever wake up in a cold sweat, checking your bank app before coffee?

Financial stress isn't just numbers, it’s the gut punch when surprise bills hit midweek, the brain fog when you’re answering emails, the way it feels like your worth is tied to every expense. Yeah, round these parts (Charlotte & Durham, we see you), money anxiety is REAL. It drains energy, affects sleep, makes you snippy with your people, and sometimes puts therapy on the back burner (which, lol, is the time you probably need it the most).

Here’s a gentle FYI: It’s not just about budgets; it’s about how stress rewires your brain and weighs heavy on your spirit. You’re not alone, and you don’t have to untangle it solo. RTC’s trauma-trained crew is here in Charlotte *and* Durham for the support you need: because healing starts with talking about it. Book now at RTC and take one worry off your plate, seriously.

We are in network with Cigna, AETNA and BCBS!!

12/25/2025

The holiday season can bring up all kinds of feelings for us. Sometimes you’re the one in the loud sweater, laughing with your people; sometimes you just want a mug of cocoa and some quiet. Whatever this season looks like for you, we hope you find a little light, a lot of peace, and some real moments of connection (even if it’s just with yourself).

From all of us at RTC: Merry Christmas, and we see you. 🎄❤️

12/24/2025

Whew, the holidays come with so many feels, right? Christmas means something different for all of us: some find it restful, others feel the crunch, and sometimes it’s both in the same breath.

Wherever you’re at today, you’re enough. Give yourself permission to pause, to reflect, to lean into or away from the celebration as you need.

And if this season is tender or complicated, that’s okay too. Around here, we celebrate your honest heart. Merry Christmas Eve, friends. You matter.

(And if you need to step back from the noise, we’re still here, holding space for you. 🤍)

Here’s to hoping your holiday is honest and just enough for you. ❤️✨

12/23/2025

Looking back at 2025, have you noticed your quiet wins? Sometimes, progress is the small shifts and moments of strength that only you may see. Every step counts: no journey is too small to honor.

You’re allowed to be proud of your growth, even if it didn’t look the way you expected.

Drop your proudest moments or tiny victories below so we can uplift each other.

If you want extra support heading into the new year, our trauma-informed therapists are here to help busy professionals like you set goals rooted in real healing. Therapy isn’t just about solving problems: it’s about celebrating who you already are. Come as you are. 💚



www.researchtrianglecounseling.com

12/20/2025

Did you know the way you feel, think, and connect in midlife can shape your brain health for years to come? Research shows certain depressive symptoms in midlife: like losing confidence, nervousness, trouble facing problems, poor concentration, not feeling warmth, and dissatisfaction with tasks: can raise dementia risk decades later.

The good news: There's a lot you can do right now.
- Notice and name what’s hard, especially if any of these feelings sound familiar.
- Build routines that strengthen confidence and connection (a quick walk, connecting with someone you trust, or practicing mindful self-talk).
- If you find these patterns hanging around, reaching out for support can be a game changer.

You’re not broken: and you don’t have to carry this alone. Therapy can help you heal and protect your future self.

Ready for support? Book a confidential consult at https://rtcounseling.clientsecure.me/

12/19/2025

We are happy to be part of the solution!

North Carolina’s reality is sobering: 94 out of 100 counties face a mental health provider shortage. Clinicians: your presence is needed more than ever. Community: caring for each other makes a real difference.

Behind these stats are real lives. Let’s honor every effort: show up for colleagues, share resources, and remind one another: it’s okay to ask for help.

We see you, clinicians. If you’re feeling isolated, keep showing up and tap into our network. Let’s keep each other resourced.

Stronger together in this field, Khalilah

12/18/2025

Transformation doesn't always look dramatic. Sometimes, it's found in those quiet moments when your brain is building new pathways: making healing possible even in the middle of a jam-packed, stressful week. That’s neuroplasticity. Your struggles might feel stuck, but growth is always on the table (even if it’s baby steps for now). Healing isn’t about perfection; just the next right step. Your brain is ready for change right alongside you.🧠✨

12/18/2025

You don’t have to carry all of it alone. We're now accepting South Carolina residents at our Charlotte office! Meet Ja'Net Brown, LPC-A (SC), LCAS-A (NC): a truly genuine therapist with over 25 years serving others. When you’re facing trauma, anxiety, or big life shifts, Ja’Net creates real space for you to breathe and be seen. Her style? 100% human care, all compassion, zero judgment.

Ready for support? Ja'Net can see SC residents with AETNA or Cigna insurance. Schedule your consultation at https://rtcounseling.clientsecure.me/

Healing isn’t about being perfect. Here, it starts the moment you reach out.

12/14/2025

Some days, faith is the only thread holding it together. And that thread? It deserves as much care as any other part of your mental health journey. Whether you’re praying in your car between work calls, wrestling with church trauma, or just craving a space where all of you (yes, the spiritual parts too) can show up: our Charlotte clinicians see you. We’re not here to judge your background, beliefs, or doubts. We’re here to help you weave faith and healing together, however it looks for you.

Ready to talk? We are in network with BCBS, Cigna & AETNA. Book with us: https://rtcounseling.clientsecure.me/

(You belong in this space. All faiths. All journeys. All welcome.✌🏾🌱)

12/13/2025

How wild is it that your brain can literally change, rewire itself, just by showing up for yourself? You don’t have to be some zen master or high-achieving superhero to get there. (I mean, truth be told, we all are in different stages of becoming.)

Neuroplasticity is messy and real, but it’s also hopeful AF. Every time you pause to journal your thoughts, meditate quietly (even for a hot minute), or share your truth with someone who sees you, your brain’s actually laying down new pathways. That’s transformation. That’s healing. And nobody’s journey looks Pinterest-perfect, lol.

RTC is here for the in-the-trenches, small-but-mighty wins. Stay curious, stay kind to yourself. If you’re breathing, you’re already changing.💫

Drop in the comments how you are showing up for yourself today......⬇️