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Aquita Burrus, LCSW

LCSW guiding healing from trauma and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Spirituality informed support

About Aquita Burrus

Aquita Burrus is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with eight years of professional experience. She approaches therapy with an emphasis on whole-person care, attending to the body, mind, spirit, and the significant relationships that shape daily life. Drawing on her training in psychotherapy and spirituality, she supports people in accessing their strengths and resources to manage pain and pursue meaningful change.

Aquita respects each person's beliefs and cultural traditions and does not impose her own views. Her work is informed by evidence-based methods and a sensitivity to spiritual dimensions when clients wish to include them. She has worked with individuals facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and depression, and adapts conversations and treatment plans to fit each person’s unique needs.

She also focuses on caregiver stress, communication difficulties, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, mood disorders, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress, and cultivating self-love. Aquita frames therapy as a collaborative process and acknowledges that beginning treatment takes courage; she honors that step and strives to offer respectful, compassionate care tailored to each client's goals.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-love

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Aquita Burrus have?

Aquita Burrus has eight years of professional experience.

Is Aquita Burrus a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is listed as NC LCSW C011824.

In which languages does Aquita Burrus provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Aquita Burrus located?

She is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Aquita Burrus as my therapist?

You can work with Aquita Burrus through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Aquita Burrus work with international clients?

No. Aquita Burrus does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Aquita Burrus cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and stress by teaching practical skills to change how thoughts influence feelings and actions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on building emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT is useful for intense emotions, mood instability, and challenges with communication and relationships. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that helps people process distressing memories so they feel less overwhelming and better integrated into their life story.



Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Aquita Burrus works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds, inviting client input at every step.



Online therapy with Aquita includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions, reduce travel time, and allow therapy to fit into busy routines while still working with licensed professionals and therapists trained in these approaches.

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