Birch Therapy, PLLC

Birch Therapy, PLLC Welcome to Birch Therapy, PLLC! We are a psychotherapy practice located in Raleigh, Durham, and Wilmington, North Carolina. We look forward to working with you!

We provide therapy, groups, parent education, and psychological testing.

🍂 Back-to-school means new schedules, new expectations—and sometimes new stress for families. Parenting isn’t about cont...
08/31/2025

🍂 Back-to-school means new schedules, new expectations—and sometimes new stress for families. Parenting isn’t about controlling every moment, but about guiding kids with connection and clarity.

In our latest blog, we share part 2 of The Beauty of Taking Charge. Check it out on our website!

When we lead with connection, we’re not just managing behavior—we’re teaching life skills and building stronger relationships. 💛

✨📚 Back-to-school season is here! ✨This time of year brings excitement, new opportunities, and sometimes a few nerves to...
08/22/2025

✨📚 Back-to-school season is here! ✨
This time of year brings excitement, new opportunities, and sometimes a few nerves too—for kids and parents. As your child steps into new classrooms, friendships, and challenges, remember: growth happens when we feel supported and understood. 💛

At Birch Therapy, we’re here to help kids build confidence, resilience, and healthy coping skills so they can thrive—inside and outside the classroom. Wishing all students a year filled with learning, joy, and self-discovery! 🌟

🔋When you hold your energy in high regard, you treat it as something precious and non-renewable. Every interaction, task...
08/13/2025

🔋When you hold your energy in high regard, you treat it as something precious and non-renewable. Every interaction, task, and commitment either replenishes or drains you. By becoming mindful of where your attention and emotional investment go, you create space for what truly matters and protect yourself from unnecessary stress or negativity.
This isn’t about avoiding challenges — it’s about choosing where to show up fully and where to step back. The more you value your own energy, the more aligned, purposeful, and peaceful your life.In this busy season, we thought this was a great reminder. Full disclosure :we found this quote on a Dove chocolate wrapper, and we love it! 🍫

🌞 August is here — and we’re enjoying a temporary reprieve from the heat, so no complaints from us!📰 Check out our Augus...
08/05/2025

🌞 August is here — and we’re enjoying a temporary reprieve from the heat, so no complaints from us!

📰 Check out our August news and updates:

📬 Our Back-to-School Newsletter is Here!

If you’re not receiving our quarterly emails, be sure to sign up on our website so you don’t miss out on updates, resources, and upcoming events.

📝 We want to hear from you!
We’re excited to gather feedback from current and former clients. Please take a moment to complete our Client Satisfaction Survey by September 12.

🏖️ Out and About!
We’ll have a booth at Grace Christian’s Back-to-School Beach Bash later this month.

👨‍👩‍👧 Now Enrolling:

Registration is open for our next Circle of Security Parenting Program(COSP), in collaboration with Edenton Street United Methodist Church. This is an in person group on Wendesdays from 6:30 - 8pm, and child care is provided!
📧 For more details, email Laura Brimberry, MSW, at laurab@birchtherapypllc.com.

Registration open for our next Circle of Friends for adults with I/DD, Tuesday mornings 10am-12pm at our Washington Street office. Please fill out the interest form in our linktree to sign up!

⚖️Finding Balance in ParentingOne of the biggest challenges parents face? Finding the balance between being too strict o...
07/29/2025

⚖️Finding Balance in Parenting

One of the biggest challenges parents face? Finding the balance between being too strict or too passive. Many of us are parenting without a clear model for what healthy boundaries with warmth look like.

That’s why we love the Circle of Security Parenting framework—especially the idea of being:
“Bigger, Stronger, Wiser, and Kind… and, when necessary, taking charge.
Finding balance isn’t about perfection. It’s about presence—and parenting from a place of calm and connection. Learn more from our full blog “ The Beauty of Taking Charge” by Ginger Espino, MSW—on our website.

☀️ It’s midsummer... and it’s HOT.The newness of summer may have worn off, the kids are bored, and maybe you’re feeling ...
07/23/2025

☀️ It’s midsummer... and it’s HOT.
The newness of summer may have worn off, the kids are bored, and maybe you’re feeling overstimulated, overwhelmed, or just craving a little routine again. Or maybe you’re totally fine!

Either way — if you’re feeling exhausted or stretched thin, try this:
Pause. Breathe. Look for a glimmer. ✨

A glimmer is a small moment that makes you feel safe, calm, or connected — a flicker of peace in the chaos.
They’re different for everyone — and they’re all around us.
Noticing glimmers can help regulate your nervous system, calm anxiety, and build resilience. 💛

What glimmer did you notice today?👇

🐾 It’s the Dog Days of Summer! 🐶☀️The hottest days of the year are here, and we’re using this time to highlight our amaz...
07/17/2025

🐾 It’s the Dog Days of Summer! 🐶☀️
The hottest days of the year are here, and we’re using this time to highlight our amazing therapists and their furry friends! 🐕🐈

Did you know that being a pet lover can actually boost your mental health? Here’s how:

🐾 Reduces stress – Petting an animal can lower cortisol and increase calming hormones like oxytocin.
🐾 Boosts mood – Pets offer unconditional love and companionship, helping ease symptoms of anxiety and depression.
🐾 Encourages routine – Daily walks, feeding times, and play provide structure and purpose.
🐾 Increases connection – Pets can help reduce loneliness and even spark social interaction with others.
🐾 Promotes physical activity – Especially for dog owners, movement and outdoor time can improve both body and mind.🌞

My Brain Books by Orlanda Bettison is a beautifully illustrated book set designed to help children understand their brai...
07/14/2025

My Brain Books by Orlanda Bettison is a beautifully illustrated book set designed to help children understand their brains in a safe and empowering way. It gently introduces how the brain works, especially when uncomfortable feelings or experiences arise, and encourages kids to lean into the coping strategies their brain already knows to help create a sense of safety. With kid-friendly language and relatable examples, the set also includes an emotional “first aid toolkit”—practical strategies and tools children can use to respond to emotional pain with confidence and self-compassion.

🌧️ Some days are really hard.Lately, we’ve been holding space for the heaviness in our world — especially the recent flo...
07/08/2025

🌧️ Some days are really hard.

Lately, we’ve been holding space for the heaviness in our world — especially the recent floods in Texas and the heartbreaking loss of children at camp. As many of our clients are deep in summer camp season, we know this may stir up fear and anxiety for both kids and parents.
💛 Helping anxious children is always tender work — but especially so when the world feels upside down.
In these moments, we find comfort in one truth:

👉 A stable, loving relationship with a caregiver can be the key to helping a child feel safe.
By naming our fears, sitting with the hard feelings, and offering consistent emotional support, we help children begin to make sense of the world around them — even when it’s scary.
🫶 You’re not alone. We’re here to help your child (and you) feel grounded and supported — one step at a time.

We can’t believe it’s already July!We hope you’re finding ways to beat the heat.Here are a few things we’re excited abou...
07/01/2025

We can’t believe it’s already July!

We hope you’re finding ways to beat the heat.
Here are a few things we’re excited about this month:
🌟 Our Circle of Friends for Adults with IDD kicks off on Tuesday, July 8! Facilitators Erin Garrett and Alexis Hall, along with Clinical Intern Mia Goodson, have been working hard to create engaging activities and discussions to help make navigating the social world a little easier.
📝 Client Satisfaction Survey – For our current clients, keep an eye out this month for a satisfaction survey. Your feedback helps us grow and ensures we continue to provide services that truly meet your needs.
📅 Modified Intake Schedule – This week 🇺🇸we’ll have a modified intake schedule, but regular intake hours will resume next week.
We’re looking forward to connecting with you—and as always, stay cool out there!

Does the above sound familiar?🧠 Masking is common in neurodivergent kids (especially girls, BIPOC youth & high achievers...
06/26/2025

Does the above sound familiar?
🧠 Masking is common in neurodivergent kids (especially girls, BIPOC youth & high achievers) and can lead to burnout or missed diagnoses.

👀 learn more about how you can help in our full blog: Is My Child Masking? — website link in bio.

Cabin fever is real—whether it’s winter or summer! With these extreme temperatures keeping us indoors, we wanted to shar...
06/24/2025

Cabin fever is real—whether it’s winter or summer! With these extreme temperatures keeping us indoors, we wanted to share some fun ideas to keep the kids entertained. What are your go-to indoor activities for hot or rainy days? ☀️🌧️

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1042 Washington Street
Raleigh, NC
27605

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm

Telephone

+19196080398

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