Hi, I’m Morgan Vail.
I’m a psychologist based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, providing therapy to high-achieving working moms across the state who are navigating anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, and more. I work with women who are capable, driven, and deeply committed to their families and careers, yet often feel overwhelmed, emotionally stretched, or disconnected from themselves in the process. As a working mom myself, I understand how easy it is to put your own needs last, and how costly that can become over time.
I founded Flatirons Psychotherapy, PLLC to provide therapy that truly fits the lives of working mothers. I offer telehealth services to minimize disruption to your day, with early morning and limited evening and weekend availability to accommodate busy schedules. I believe therapy is not about adding another task to your to-do list, but about creating space to care for yourself so you can show up with greater clarity, presence, and intention in both your family life and your work.
I’m originally from Boulder, Colorado and moved to the Raleigh area with my family during my childhood. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Campbell University in 2014 and my Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Appalachian State University in 2017. I now live in Chapel Hill with my husband, children, and dog (named Boone!). I am licensed to practice psychology in North Carolina as a licensed psychological associate. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, taking care of my indoor and outdoor plants (I have over 30 plants shoved into the sunniest corners of my house; it’s a bit of a jungle in here), hiking, reading historical fiction, and watching trashy reality tv when my brain really needs a break.
If you feel like we could be a good fit for one another based on everything you’ve read here, I would love to chat. Book a free 15-minute consultation now so we can learn more about each other and figure out how to proceed. I’m excited to get to know you!
My Approach
I am trained in evidence-based (i.e., shown by research to be effective for many psychological difficulties, including anxiety and depression) cognitive behavioral therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I approach therapy by first taking time to understand you: your values, your goals, and the obstacles that may be getting in the way of living in alignment with what matters most to you. From there, we work collaboratively to determine the therapeutic approach that best supports your needs.
I strive to create a space that is warm, nonjudgmental, and affirming of all identities, perspectives, and lifestyles. Research consistently shows that a strong client–therapist relationship is one of the most reliable predictors of meaningful change in therapy. Because of this, I place a strong emphasis on connection, trust, and collaboration in every session. Even if we meet via telehealth, building a genuine, supportive therapeutic relationship remains central to the work we do together.
