​Secondary traumatic stress is sort of the consequence of being a good teacher. If you care about your students, you’re probably not going to avoid it”
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​- Jessica Lander, teacher


​Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of your position? ​Are you leaving school feeling exhausted each day? On the verge of burning out?

Banyan Tree Counseling was founded by a teacher.
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​Many of our therapists were former educators, too.

You're in the right place.
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You could be experiencing the effects of trauma or secondary traumatic stress, also known as compassion fatigue or vicarious trauma. Teachers often prioritize caring for others, sometimes overlooking their own mental and emotional well-being. Teaching ranks among the most emotionally demanding professions. Neglecting mental and emotional health can perpetuate stress. It's crucial to prioritize your mental health, as research indicates it directly impacts physical health, family well-being, school stability, and student achievement.

We are a Clear Pricing Project provider. If you work in a NC school and have a BCBS State Health Plan, your therapy sessions are 100% covered by insurance.

Your therapy sessions are at NO-COST to you.

What do you have to lose?
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We are here to help!
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We aim to ease overwhelm, drawing on our therapists' backgrounds as former teachers. With expertise in educator challenges like deadlines, classroom management, and more, we offer emotional support and resources. Together, we address grief, anxiety, and interpersonal issues, fostering self-reflection and self-care through various therapeutic methods.


​What does therapy for teachers look like?
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  1. Fill out our Contact Form, and mention that you're a teacher so we can match you with a therapist who has former teaching experience.

  2. Our Intake Coordinator will contact you within 24-48hrs to discuss therapist options and scheduling preferences (online or in-person).

  3. Receive a link to our online portal for intake paperwork.

  4. Enjoy our Clear Pricing Project for $0 sessions if you're a NC public school employee with Blue Cross Blue Shield State Health Plan.

  5. Attend a 1-hour first session with your therapist for information gathering and building a connection.

  6. Collaborate on a appointment plan, typically starting weekly or bi-weekly.

That's it! Begin your journey to stress management and self-care. You deserve it.