APPOINTMENT

Khalilah Slade

Are You Ready to Unlock Your Potential?
I believe that within each of us lies the ability to overcome challenges and create a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling. At Research Triangle Counseling, we know that change is possible, no matter how difficult life’s challenges may seem. You have the potential to restore balance, achieve your goals, and discover a deeper sense of purpose—and I’m here to help you along the way.

A Trusted Guide for Your Journey
With expertise in trauma-informed care and somatic practices, I bring a deep understanding of how trauma affects both the mind and body. My specialized training allows me to help you address the physical and emotional impacts of trauma, guiding you toward a more integrated sense of healing. Through practices like Somatic Experiencing, I help you reconnect with your body’s innate ability to heal and release the effects of stress and trauma stored within.

I also have a strong background in Organizational Management, Career Coaching, Mental Health Counseling, and Addictions Counseling, offering a unique blend of professional insight and personal experience to support you. My approach is Person-Centered and collaborative, ensuring that you remain in control of your healing journey while receiving compassionate guidance. I create a safe space for you to explore the mind-body connection, helping you regain a sense of safety and balance within yourself. You are the expert in your own experience, and I’m here to provide the somatic tools and trauma-informed strategies that support your recovery and growth.

I use a holistic approach that considers your physical, mental, and emotional well-being, as well as the social factors that impact your life. Depending on your needs, I offer various evidence-based methods to support your progress, including:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT):Work with me to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns that influence your feelings and behaviors.
  • Trauma-Focused Techniques:Including Somatic Experiencing and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help you process and release trauma.
  • Crisis Support:Using Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Motivational Interviewing to provide direction and hope when you need it most.
  • Career Coaching:For clients seeking professional growth, I utilize Work Adjustment Theory and Reality Therapy to help you clarify your vision, identify your strengths, and take actionable steps toward your career goals.

Clients appreciate my balanced approach—I’m here to support you, create a safe space, and offer practical strategies, but I’m also direct when necessary. I’ll challenge the thoughts or beliefs that may be holding you back, always with the goal of helping you move forward. Every tool and method I use is rooted in the belief that your life can get better, and I’m committed to helping you achieve that change.

Credentials & Expertise
I am licensed to practice in North Carolina, with credentials that include:

  • Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)#13696
  • Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS) #136137
  • Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS)#22239
  • Certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS)#CCS-21269

You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Let’s work together to unlock your potential, overcome obstacles, and create a life that feels truly fulfilling.