Acacia Collaborative

Acacia Collaborative Acacia Collaborative is a Psychology practice that offers mental health therapy and psychological evaluations.

We serve all ages from children to elderly as well as individuals, couples, and families. Our offices are in Durham & Cary, plus online in NC. Psychological Services for:
Grief
Anxiety
Addiction
Depression
Couples Therapy
Relationship Issues
Behavioral Concerns
Premarital Counseling
Trauma, Abuse, & PTSD
Binge Eating Disorder
Psychoeducational Assessment
Alcohol and Substance Use Treatment

Your brain cannot learn when your nervous system is in survival mode. Academic exhaustion is your body saying, “I need s...
11/21/2025

Your brain cannot learn when your nervous system is in survival mode. Academic exhaustion is your body saying, “I need safety before I give you speed.” You don’t become “less capable” when you’re burnt out, you become unregulated, and regulation must come before effort.

You can connect with our therapists at www.acaciacollaborative.com if you need support.

Burnout is not a lack of discipline, it’s a lack of emotional, physical, and nervous-system recovery. When your body mov...
11/19/2025

Burnout is not a lack of discipline, it’s a lack of emotional, physical, and nervous-system recovery. When your body moves into protection mode, it stops prioritizing performance. The goal isn’t to push through, it’s to restore capacity.

You can connect with our therapists at www.acaciacollaborative.com if you need support.

Rest is not a reward for finishing everything. It is what makes you able to keep showing up as a whole person. When your...
11/17/2025

Rest is not a reward for finishing everything. It is what makes you able to keep showing up as a whole person. When your body slows down, it isn’t failing, it’s protecting you.

You can connect with our therapists at www.acaciacollaborative.com if you need support.

If this semester feels heavier than you expected, nothing is wrong with you, your nervous system is adjusting to more pr...
11/15/2025

If this semester feels heavier than you expected, nothing is wrong with you, your nervous system is adjusting to more pressure with fewer emotional anchors than you had before. College isn’t just academic adjustment, it’s identity, belonging, and self-trust adjustment too. You’re not “behind,” you’re carrying more than people can see.

You can connect with our therapists at www.acaciacollaborative.com if you need support.

Bringing a new baby home is often described as joyful, but for many parents, the reality includes overwhelming sadness, ...
11/13/2025

Bringing a new baby home is often described as joyful, but for many parents, the reality includes overwhelming sadness, exhaustion, and fear. While the “baby blues” are common and temporary, postpartum depression goes deeper and deserves recognition and care.

If you or someone you love is struggling after birth, please know: you’re not weak, you’re not alone, and help is available.

Healing is possible, and you deserve it 💙

✨ Mental health isn’t a one-time task — it’s an ongoing relationship with yourself. Every step of care, rest, and self-c...
11/11/2025

✨ Mental health isn’t a one-time task — it’s an ongoing relationship with yourself. Every step of care, rest, and self-compassion is a chapter in your story of healing.

👉 Learn more at www.acaciacollaborative.com

Grief doesn’t follow a timeline. It lingers quietly, showing up in unexpected moments, and it often feels heavier when t...
11/09/2025

Grief doesn’t follow a timeline. It lingers quietly, showing up in unexpected moments, and it often feels heavier when the world expects you to “move on.” The truth is: there’s no right way to grieve, only your way.

✨ Moving forward doesn’t mean forgetting, it means finding ways to live with love and memory side by side.

👉 Learn more at www.acaciacollaborative.com

Mornings with kids can feel like running a marathon before the day even begins. Between getting ready, eating breakfast,...
11/07/2025

Mornings with kids can feel like running a marathon before the day even begins. Between getting ready, eating breakfast, and rushing out the door, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But with a few intentional changes, mornings can become calmer and more connected.

Because calmer mornings lead to better days for the whole family 💙

11/05/2025

Feeling weighed down by political stress this season? 🌿
Try these 5 small habits to protect your peace:
✔ Limit news intake
✔ Practice daily grounding
✔ Focus on what’s in your control
✔ Set boundaries in conversations
✔ Reconnect with calm spaces
Your mental health deserves protection, especially in high-stress times 💙

✨ Reaching out early can prevent deeper pain. You don’t need to wait until life feels unbearable — therapy is for suppor...
11/03/2025

✨ Reaching out early can prevent deeper pain. You don’t need to wait until life feels unbearable — therapy is for support, guidance, and growth at every stage.

👉 Learn more at www.acaciacollaborative.com

Healing is rarely a straight line. It’s messy, uneven, and often slower than we wish. When progress feels invisible, it ...
11/01/2025

Healing is rarely a straight line. It’s messy, uneven, and often slower than we wish. When progress feels invisible, it can be tempting to give up, but those are often the moments when growth is quietly happening underneath the surface.

If you’re on a healing journey and feel like giving up, hold on to this truth: you are moving forward, even when it feels slow. 💙

Grounding exercises are simple techniques that help calm your nervous system and bring you back to the present moment. T...
10/30/2025

Grounding exercises are simple techniques that help calm your nervous system and bring you back to the present moment. They’re especially helpful when anxiety, stress, or overwhelming thoughts start to take over.

Save this Reel for when you need a calm reset 💙

Address

3710 University Drive #302
Durham, NC
27707

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm

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