Hi, I’m Daija — a therapist who believes healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and supported. I strive to create a space where you can show up as your full self, explore what’s been weighing on you, and move toward the version of you that feels most at peace.

My approach is grounded in mindfulness and trauma-informed care. I help clients slow down, reconnect with their emotions, and develop practical tools for balance, clarity, and self-compassion. I often draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)-informed techniques and strength-based practices to encourage growth that extends beyond the therapy room.

Before beginning private practice, I worked in community-based and in-home settings, supporting youth, adults, and families through life transitions, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. These experiences taught me the power of empathy, collaboration, and consistency in creating lasting change.

I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and dual bachelor’s degrees in Criminal Justice and Social Work from North Carolina Central University. I’m also certified in Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aid and trained in grief support, diversity, and unconscious bias.

At the heart of my work is the belief that everyone has the capacity to heal and grow when met with compassion and understanding. My role is to walk beside you as you rediscover your confidence, your voice, and your peace.