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Our Story

Waite Psychological and Therapeutic Services was founded in 2019 to bring culturally competent, trauma-informed mental health care to families, couples, and individuals in Durham, NC. Selena opened the practice after seeing how many people struggled to find the right support — care that truly saw them and met their needs. Today, we provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can process and heal from past trauma, build coping skills, and strengthen their relationships and overall quality of life.

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Our Core Values

Cultural Competence

Honoring each client's cultural background, identity, and lived experience as central to effective care.

Trauma-Informed Care

Recognizing how past trauma shapes trust, behavior, and healing, and approaching every interaction with that sensitivity.

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Safety & Non-Judgment

Creating a space where clients feel free to be open and honest without fear of shame or stigma.

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Accessibility

Reaching individuals and families who have historically struggled to find the right fit in care, in line with why the practice was founded.

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Growth & Empowerment

Helping clients build practical coping skills that improve daily functioning and strengthen relationships over time.

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