Marriage Counseling Therapists in Concord, NC
Additionally, I am trained in Gottman's Seven Principles of Making a Marriage Work and provide weekend intensives.
“I can’t go back to yesterday because I was a different person then.” - Alice in Wonderland. Those who find my style most helpful are those looking for a non-traditional therapist. My specialties include couples and families with high conflict, personality disorders, struggles with spirituality, cultural diversity, LGBTQIA+ community including polyamory/ethical non-monogamy, folx living with HIV, cis/trans couples.
Additionally, I am trained in Gottman's Seven Principles of Making a Marriage Work and provide weekend intensives.
“I can’t go back to yesterday because I was a different person then.” - Alice in Wonderland. Those who find my style most helpful are those looking for a non-traditional therapist. My specialties include couples and families with high conflict, personality disorders, struggles with spirituality, cultural diversity, LGBTQIA+ community including polyamory/ethical non-monogamy, folx living with HIV, cis/trans couples.
Eclectic Essentials for Emotional Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Concord, NC 28027
My practice is focused on treating a wide range of mental health issues ranging from: depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, professional dilemmas, cultural issues, marital and relationship complications, LGBTQIA+ and gender identity, etc.
How are you? These are unprecedented times we are living in and having the proper support is beneficial for our mental and emotional well being. My Name is Candace Fritts and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have an extensive background working in the mental health field for over ten years, along with a passion for helping anyone that may be going through a difficult time in their life. My motto is "We are all different therefore we all have our different ways of approaching, understanding and healing." Here at Eclectic Essentials diversity and individualism is celebrated as well as welcomed.
My practice is focused on treating a wide range of mental health issues ranging from: depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, professional dilemmas, cultural issues, marital and relationship complications, LGBTQIA+ and gender identity, etc.
How are you? These are unprecedented times we are living in and having the proper support is beneficial for our mental and emotional well being. My Name is Candace Fritts and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have an extensive background working in the mental health field for over ten years, along with a passion for helping anyone that may be going through a difficult time in their life. My motto is "We are all different therefore we all have our different ways of approaching, understanding and healing." Here at Eclectic Essentials diversity and individualism is celebrated as well as welcomed.
Charles Andrew Baskin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28025 (Online Only)
As a marriage and family therapist, I believe exploring systemic issues can contribute to therapeutic success.
Are you looking for a partner in your journey toward mental health? I can help you to reduce feelings of anxiety and depression and improve your sense of personal and relational well being. Prefer the privacy and convenience of therapy from the comfort of your home? I provide flexible online therapy. Are you open to collaboration as you look for effective solutions and willing to cooperate with implementing new strategies for living well? My versatile and creative approach to therapy could be a good match for you.
As a marriage and family therapist, I believe exploring systemic issues can contribute to therapeutic success.
Are you looking for a partner in your journey toward mental health? I can help you to reduce feelings of anxiety and depression and improve your sense of personal and relational well being. Prefer the privacy and convenience of therapy from the comfort of your home? I provide flexible online therapy. Are you open to collaboration as you look for effective solutions and willing to cooperate with implementing new strategies for living well? My versatile and creative approach to therapy could be a good match for you.
I work best with an individual client, couple, or the family of a child or adolescent that recognizes that what they have been trying to do to deal with their life or behavioral issues is not working well, and they are now open to finding understanding, and trying new approaches to old, or recently acute problems. My experience has been that most couples really want to save their marriage or other family relationships and will do the work necessary to build a new and loving relationship.
I work best with an individual client, couple, or the family of a child or adolescent that recognizes that what they have been trying to do to deal with their life or behavioral issues is not working well, and they are now open to finding understanding, and trying new approaches to old, or recently acute problems. My experience has been that most couples really want to save their marriage or other family relationships and will do the work necessary to build a new and loving relationship.
Concord Counseling Assocs - Dr. Natalie Atwell
Counselor, EdD, LCMHCS, BCPCC
Verified Verified
Concord, NC 28027
Dr. Atwell and Associates view counseling as a collaborative effort in which they will assist each client in gathering information, exploring various issues, and changing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in the desired direction. Although the counseling style is eclectic, they tend to use a cognitive-behavioral, client-centered approach in conjunction with reality-based and solution-focused applications. Our therapists work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, marriage and family struggles, mood disorders, grief, and more.
Dr. Atwell and Associates view counseling as a collaborative effort in which they will assist each client in gathering information, exploring various issues, and changing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in the desired direction. Although the counseling style is eclectic, they tend to use a cognitive-behavioral, client-centered approach in conjunction with reality-based and solution-focused applications. Our therapists work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, marriage and family struggles, mood disorders, grief, and more.
Miracles Counseling Centers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Concord, NC 28027
Miracles is proud to have a variety of highly trained therapists who specialize in marriage therapy, trauma disorders, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, addiction and other challenges that life can throw our way! We continuously engage in higher level trainings to ensure we are serving our clients effectively.
Miracles Counseling Centers is invested in helping you build a life you can feel safe in and proud of. Counseling should be more than talk. It should be provided by a professional with experience in delivering therapy that helps you to grow through your struggles. We aspire to provide personalized, productive psychological counseling therapy and support. We offer effective, tailor-made approaches for difficulties in relationships, depression, anxiety, and trauma. We welcome everyone through our doors, just as you are, and appreciate the confidence you place upon us to faciliate your forward growth!
Miracles is proud to have a variety of highly trained therapists who specialize in marriage therapy, trauma disorders, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, addiction and other challenges that life can throw our way! We continuously engage in higher level trainings to ensure we are serving our clients effectively.
Miracles Counseling Centers is invested in helping you build a life you can feel safe in and proud of. Counseling should be more than talk. It should be provided by a professional with experience in delivering therapy that helps you to grow through your struggles. We aspire to provide personalized, productive psychological counseling therapy and support. We offer effective, tailor-made approaches for difficulties in relationships, depression, anxiety, and trauma. We welcome everyone through our doors, just as you are, and appreciate the confidence you place upon us to faciliate your forward growth!
I have worked with couples and individuals in marriage counseling. I also work with middle and high school students on self-esteem, self-confidence and social skills. I am a dementia specialist and have a passion for working with the elderly and their caregivers. I relate to and work with clients with chronic illness as I have Type 1 Diabetes. I love working with a variety of clients.
I have worked with couples and individuals in marriage counseling. I also work with middle and high school students on self-esteem, self-confidence and social skills. I am a dementia specialist and have a passion for working with the elderly and their caregivers. I relate to and work with clients with chronic illness as I have Type 1 Diabetes. I love working with a variety of clients.
I am a North Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience providing counseling/therapy services. I received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and later earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (with an emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy) from the University of San Francisco in California. My specialties are child & adolescent issues, relationship & family problems, adjustment problems, depression, anxiety, stress management, anger management and ADHD.
I am a North Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor with over 13 years of experience providing counseling/therapy services. I received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and later earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (with an emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy) from the University of San Francisco in California. My specialties are child & adolescent issues, relationship & family problems, adjustment problems, depression, anxiety, stress management, anger management and ADHD.
Michelle L Parrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28025 (Online Only)
Extensive Gottman Couples Therapy training including Level III, 7 Principles to Making Marriage Work, Bringing Baby Home, & Complex Couples.
Working with complex couples, those dealing with major relationship issues like infidelity, infertility, illness, grief, family conflict, parenting issues, or contemplating divorce, are my passion. I take a non-judgmental stance that allows me to focus on the relationship as my client, while not taking sides. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, trauma, or other mental health conditions, I can help support you, while teaching coping mechanisms to create a healthy balance in your life. I apply a systemic approach when working with couples, families and individuals.
Extensive Gottman Couples Therapy training including Level III, 7 Principles to Making Marriage Work, Bringing Baby Home, & Complex Couples.
Working with complex couples, those dealing with major relationship issues like infidelity, infertility, illness, grief, family conflict, parenting issues, or contemplating divorce, are my passion. I take a non-judgmental stance that allows me to focus on the relationship as my client, while not taking sides. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, trauma, or other mental health conditions, I can help support you, while teaching coping mechanisms to create a healthy balance in your life. I apply a systemic approach when working with couples, families and individuals.
My degrees are MA/ Marriage & Family, BS/Kinesiology, Counseling and Psychology.
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, with a Non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to discuss their issues and improve the quality of their lives. I integrate different approaches with emphasis on EMDR/R-TEP/G-TEP, Gottman, NET, Trauma, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Experience with soldiers, trauma, abuse and disorders. Treat adolescents and adults using individual, family and/or couples' counseling. I have a direct therapeutic approach. I'm a Certified in Neuropsychotherapy, Integrative Medicine and Nutrition Trauma Treatment provider.
My degrees are MA/ Marriage & Family, BS/Kinesiology, Counseling and Psychology.
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, with a Non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to discuss their issues and improve the quality of their lives. I integrate different approaches with emphasis on EMDR/R-TEP/G-TEP, Gottman, NET, Trauma, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Experience with soldiers, trauma, abuse and disorders. Treat adolescents and adults using individual, family and/or couples' counseling. I have a direct therapeutic approach. I'm a Certified in Neuropsychotherapy, Integrative Medicine and Nutrition Trauma Treatment provider.
Sylvia Jessup Counseling Svcs MA, LMFT, LCMHC,
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MBA, MA, LMFT-S, LCMHC, AAMFT, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28026 (Online Only)
LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST & LICENSED CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR.
BC-TMH | Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider* Life is sometimes very challenging. I provide a confidential, safe, trusting, and knowledgeable psychotherapeutic environment enabling individuals, couples, groups, and families to engage in supportive and professional transformational conversations designed to help address issues relating to these challenges faced on life's journey. I am here to walk this healing journey with you...... Extensive work with grief, anxiety, women in recovery, and various levels of couples work. I work with families in conflict to include parent/youth (teen) conflict.
LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST & LICENSED CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR.
BC-TMH | Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider* Life is sometimes very challenging. I provide a confidential, safe, trusting, and knowledgeable psychotherapeutic environment enabling individuals, couples, groups, and families to engage in supportive and professional transformational conversations designed to help address issues relating to these challenges faced on life's journey. I am here to walk this healing journey with you...... Extensive work with grief, anxiety, women in recovery, and various levels of couples work. I work with families in conflict to include parent/youth (teen) conflict.
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Maria Russell, LCMHCS
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACC, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28027
By reading this you have taken a courageous step to seek help through counseling and my hope is that we can begin that journey together. Whether you are suffering from depression and anxiety, have experienced trauma in your past, find yourself at odds in your marriage or you are unsure of where life is leading you, we can work together to find hope and healing. It is my goal to walk with you through your struggles, giving you the opportunity to overcome the obstacles that stand in your way.
By reading this you have taken a courageous step to seek help through counseling and my hope is that we can begin that journey together. Whether you are suffering from depression and anxiety, have experienced trauma in your past, find yourself at odds in your marriage or you are unsure of where life is leading you, we can work together to find hope and healing. It is my goal to walk with you through your struggles, giving you the opportunity to overcome the obstacles that stand in your way.
These include and are not limited to: 1) Relationship Therapy - Building and sustaining long lasting relationships (dating, long-term commitments, marriage), 2) Perinatal Mental Health Support and 3) Parent Coaching.
My goal is to support you as parents and couples as you navigate communication challenges, separations, and marital issues. My parenting services include helping you resolve parent-child conflicts, behavior problems with children and teenagers, and other issues related to parenting. In addition, I can help you if you suffer from anxiety, clinical depression, grief, complex grief response, adjustment disorders, and core trauma issues.
These include and are not limited to: 1) Relationship Therapy - Building and sustaining long lasting relationships (dating, long-term commitments, marriage), 2) Perinatal Mental Health Support and 3) Parent Coaching.
My goal is to support you as parents and couples as you navigate communication challenges, separations, and marital issues. My parenting services include helping you resolve parent-child conflicts, behavior problems with children and teenagers, and other issues related to parenting. In addition, I can help you if you suffer from anxiety, clinical depression, grief, complex grief response, adjustment disorders, and core trauma issues.
B's Effort Changing Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSOTP, TFCBT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28027
When life has gotten you down and you feel the weight of life on your shoulders know there is someone to assist you. B's has a wide array of therapist currently accepting new clients to help with struggles to help with depression, anxiety, behavioral, parental/child relationships, marital, self-esteem, past trauma, etc. Our goal is to help enhance coping skills you already have to be the best YOU! We value a collaborative approach and want to provide the support you need to grow in a safe space. We are passionate about educating about symptoms and assisting individuals and families with the skills to promote healthy coping skills.
When life has gotten you down and you feel the weight of life on your shoulders know there is someone to assist you. B's has a wide array of therapist currently accepting new clients to help with struggles to help with depression, anxiety, behavioral, parental/child relationships, marital, self-esteem, past trauma, etc. Our goal is to help enhance coping skills you already have to be the best YOU! We value a collaborative approach and want to provide the support you need to grow in a safe space. We are passionate about educating about symptoms and assisting individuals and families with the skills to promote healthy coping skills.
Life’s trials have shaped my passion for helping others. Orphaned by 13 after losing my mother to HIV and my stepfather to murder, my faith in Christ guided me through these hardships. For 25 years, I've studied relationships, from a spiritual lens, and as a Christian marriage counselor, I focus on helping couples improve communication, from a Gospel-centered focus. Using evidence-based research and faith-based principles, I address mental health issues and imperfections. I empower individuals and couples to restore and enrich their relationships, navigate challenges, and achieve their God-given potential.
Life’s trials have shaped my passion for helping others. Orphaned by 13 after losing my mother to HIV and my stepfather to murder, my faith in Christ guided me through these hardships. For 25 years, I've studied relationships, from a spiritual lens, and as a Christian marriage counselor, I focus on helping couples improve communication, from a Gospel-centered focus. Using evidence-based research and faith-based principles, I address mental health issues and imperfections. I empower individuals and couples to restore and enrich their relationships, navigate challenges, and achieve their God-given potential.
I enjoy working with all women, teens & emerging adults 16 - 25, and blended families as well as pre- marital, married, and dating couples. I am experienced with adulting, anger management, anxiety, depression, faith and spiritual issues, peer relationships, people pleasers, relationship issues, self-esteem, women issues, work-life balance, and trauma. I welcome clients to join me outside for Walk & Talk therapy (weather permitting). Also, when mutually agreed, I enjoy integrating Christian principles into therapy.
I enjoy working with all women, teens & emerging adults 16 - 25, and blended families as well as pre- marital, married, and dating couples. I am experienced with adulting, anger management, anxiety, depression, faith and spiritual issues, peer relationships, people pleasers, relationship issues, self-esteem, women issues, work-life balance, and trauma. I welcome clients to join me outside for Walk & Talk therapy (weather permitting). Also, when mutually agreed, I enjoy integrating Christian principles into therapy.
Anna Merkley
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Concord, NC 28026 (Online Only)
Whether you are dating and thinking of marriage or have been married 25 years, I'd love to help! I have over 8 years of specialized training in couples therapy, including Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and Gottman Level 2 certified.
Have you lost the physical or emotional connection in your marriage? Have you experienced infidelity? Or maybe you just want to communicate better and need some quick tools to improve your relationship? Whatever the reason, nourishing your relationship is one of the best investments you can make. A strong marriage takes work and I'm here to help you put in that work. I am passionate about helping marriages thrive and work to ensure both partners feel validated in our sessions. I also enjoy working with women who want help with anxiety, depression, life transitions, motherhood, grief, self esteem, and work/life balance.
Whether you are dating and thinking of marriage or have been married 25 years, I'd love to help! I have over 8 years of specialized training in couples therapy, including Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and Gottman Level 2 certified.
Have you lost the physical or emotional connection in your marriage? Have you experienced infidelity? Or maybe you just want to communicate better and need some quick tools to improve your relationship? Whatever the reason, nourishing your relationship is one of the best investments you can make. A strong marriage takes work and I'm here to help you put in that work. I am passionate about helping marriages thrive and work to ensure both partners feel validated in our sessions. I also enjoy working with women who want help with anxiety, depression, life transitions, motherhood, grief, self esteem, and work/life balance.
Memorie Metzler MacLeod
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28025
In addition to my role as a marriage and family therapist, I bring a unique specialization to my practice—sports therapy for young adults and adults.
If you're struggling, remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. When life feels overwhelming and stress, anxiety, or tough relationships start to take over, it can feel like you're stuck in place. I understand how difficult it is to make real changes, but you don’t have to go through it alone. In our time together, I’m here not just to listen, but to offer practical support that fits your unique needs. My approach is about working collaboratively to clear the obstacles in your way. We’ll work side by side to tackle what’s holding you back and help you move toward a life that feels more like your own.
In addition to my role as a marriage and family therapist, I bring a unique specialization to my practice—sports therapy for young adults and adults.
If you're struggling, remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. When life feels overwhelming and stress, anxiety, or tough relationships start to take over, it can feel like you're stuck in place. I understand how difficult it is to make real changes, but you don’t have to go through it alone. In our time together, I’m here not just to listen, but to offer practical support that fits your unique needs. My approach is about working collaboratively to clear the obstacles in your way. We’ll work side by side to tackle what’s holding you back and help you move toward a life that feels more like your own.
When working with individuals I strive to make the therapy experience genuine, positive, respectful, and safe. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in doing great things and overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I am excited to meet you and work together to identify your goals and make plans to achieve them! I understand that engaging in therapy can be an overwhelming experience.
When working with individuals I strive to make the therapy experience genuine, positive, respectful, and safe. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in doing great things and overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I am excited to meet you and work together to identify your goals and make plans to achieve them! I understand that engaging in therapy can be an overwhelming experience.
Kristen Bumgarner
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Concord, NC 28025
Kristen treats patients starting 4 years old. Kristen is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate who received her Master of Arts Degree from Wake Forest University after obtaining her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2015. Kristen is a North Carolina native as is thrilled to be working to serve the needs of clients in her hometown. Kristen has experience working with clients of all ages in a variety of setting, including schools, out-patient clinics, and home-base therapy.
Kristen treats patients starting 4 years old. Kristen is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate who received her Master of Arts Degree from Wake Forest University after obtaining her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2015. Kristen is a North Carolina native as is thrilled to be working to serve the needs of clients in her hometown. Kristen has experience working with clients of all ages in a variety of setting, including schools, out-patient clinics, and home-base therapy.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.