Aquita Burrus , LCSW

Aquita Burrus is a licensed clinician in North Carolina with eight years of professional experience as a therapist. She holds an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), a qualification that reflects advanced training in clinical social work and mental health care. Aquita takes a holistic approach, attending to the body, mind, spirit, and to the significant relationships that shape a person’s life, so that treatment draws on strengths across all these areas.

She approaches each person with respect for their beliefs and traditions and does not impose her own values. At the same time, Aquita integrates her psychotherapy training and spiritual awareness to support clients in discovering the creativity and courage needed to manage pain and pursue meaningful change. Her work is grounded in compassion, sensitivity, and tailored dialogue that responds to each client’s distinct situation.

Aquita has worked with people facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and depression. She adapts treatment plans to meet unique needs and goals, emphasizing practical coping strategies and emotional resilience. Taking the first step into therapy often requires courage, and Aquita acknowledges and honors clients for beginning that process.

Approaches to Healing Online with Aquita Burrus

Aquita Burrus uses evidence-informed approaches that can be adapted for online work to address a range of concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching practical skills for managing symptoms and improving daily functioning.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on building skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship challenges, and improving coping during crises.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that supports processing distressing memories and reducing their emotional impact. It is commonly used for post-traumatic stress and for people who continue to be affected by past traumatic events.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Aquita works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Aquita is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible, while allowing licensed professionals to deliver structured, goal-oriented support.