Beverly Simmons, PhD, LCSW
My mission is to provide the highest quality care to each of my clients using integrative knowledge from the best available research and theory.
Raleigh Psychotherapy
About me
My name is Beverly Simmons. I have a PhD in Social Work from Smith College, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have a unique perspective on practice to the area as I have a deeply rooted background in psychoanalytic, attachment and contemporary neuroscience theories while also integrating techniques from CBT, EMDR, Positive Psychology, Somatic Experiencing and Sensorimotor therapies.
In addition to my clinical practice, my primary professional focus is research and writing through The Regulation Project, where I examine the neuroscience of sentience, emotional overwhelm and the loss of embodied experience in modern life.
Appointments
My practice is intentionally small and currently full. I accept a limited number of direct referrals from colleagues who know my work well and who refer individuals capable of engaging in deep, low-demand, insight-oriented treatment. These individuals are emotionally, relationally and financially resourced enough to engage in sustained work without crisis-driven demands on the therapeutic process.
Existing patients can reach me at 919-824-9102.
My office is located at 4016 Barrett Dr, Suite 104, Raleigh, NC 27609.
Confidentiality
In order to provide a higher level of confidentiality to meet the needs of my clients, I have taken extra steps requiring significant investment on my part as a guarantor of your privileged information.
Therapeutic fit
My work integrates psychoanalysis, attachment theory, neuroscience, and somatic research to understand how defensive structures form and how chronic stress, trauma, and cultural overwhelm reshape internal experience. Treatment focuses on restoring regulation, coherence and the capacity for pleasure and presence.
Services
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Women's Sexual Health Consultation
Mindfulness Meditation
Professional Training and Speaking