Relationship Issues Therapists in SouthPark, Charlotte, NC

Relationships can provide the greatest joy yet create emotional pain in our lives. Anxiety, depression, shame, and trauma can be traced to a current or past relationship. Maybe you are in an unhealthy or unfulfilling relationship. Perhaps, you are experiencing a relationship loss due to a divorce or a breakup. Or you may be living with the impact of early childhood trauma/neglect. You also may be single with a longing to be in a relationship. Despite the cause of emotional pain, I believe you can heal and grow. I offer a safe environment where we work collaboratively toward a fulfilling relationship with yourself and others.

Life is challenging at times. Maintaining healthy relationships may feel the like the greatest challenge of all! Our relationships are influenced by our childhood, family, & life experiences. Relationships take work! They can be overwhelming with the intensity of different emotions we experience, and sometimes this leads to make choices that can be unhealthy for us. Isolation, infidelity, & substance use hold us back from having a fulfilling relationship with ourselves & with others. Through exploring our challenges, accepting who we are in this moment, & leaning into the opportunity for growth we can Embrace all life has to offer!

I have worked for several decades with individuals, couple's and families who have struggled with personal, relational, marital and family issues. I guess that qualifies me as a "seasoned" therapist. Among the many issues that clients have brought to their work with me are acute and chronic anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues and longing for personal growth. I have extensive experience in dealing with marital and couple's problems. As a survivor or child loss, I have particular expertise is working with bereaved parents.

"When you get into a tight place and everything goes against you, till it seems as though you could not hang on a minute longer, never give up then, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn."-Harriet Beecher Stowe. I encourage you in the healing process as you discover your innate strengths and develop them. My extensive training in relationship and various modes of individual therapy prepare me to work with individuals, couples, and families. With an emphasis on interpersonal relationships and their impact on thinking, emotions and behavior, I address the whole person emphasizing the ever-changing life cycle.

I address many different concerns with my clients such as trauma, self-esteem, time management, grief, relationship issues, problem solving, and depression. I currently work with adolescents starting at age 16 and adults. I help my clients to process their thoughts and feeling to overcome many obstacles. I am here to be a source of additional support when you may be feeling alone, invisible, or unheard.

Emotional health and relationship difficulties can lead to a ripple effect of stress throughout all components of life. My goal is to provide a comfortable environment to build a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship. The focus of my work is addressing symptoms while exploring other important aspects of your life such as your values, goals, relationships, and how and where you invest your time and resources. Expanding your understanding of how all of these factors interact to affect your emotional and physical health can lead to a treatment plan that helps you discover the path to the life you want.

I earned my masters in counseling from the University of New Orleans in 1987. I earned my masters in social work from the University of South Carolina in 1994. I have worked for over 12 years as a clinical therapist/professional counselor. My clinical and counseling experiences have been in a variety of settings to include private practice, mental health agencies, foster care, department of social services and community outreach. I have had the opportunity to work with children 11+, teens and adults. I believe that therapy has the ability to promote hope, growth and change.

I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in North Carolina for over 25 years. I take seriously the trust that clients place in me when choosing to work with me in psychotherapy and as a result I create a safe, non-judgmental space where life's challenges can be examined and explored and where a sense of health and well being can be found or reestablished. My specialties include relationship/couples counseling, trauma resolution, and the integration of spirituality and psychotherapy using the spiritual framework of my clients.

I am here to support you on your life journey, through its ups and downs. My name is Alyse and I specialize in helping women, parents, and minorities heal from perfectionism, inner child wounds, and dysregulated nervous systems. I also work with those who are neurodivergent (ADHD, ASD, OCD, Gifted, Learning differences) helping them thrive in their uniqueness. Self pay only, superbills can be provided.

I am a clinical psychologist with over 30 years experience helping adults and adolescents resolve problems, improve relationships and achieve important life goals. I have worked with a wide range of issues. My areas of special interest include working with individuals undergoing emotional distress (depression, anxiety, fear and anger), relationship difficulties (getting along with spouse, family, friends or co-workers), adjustment to a change in one's life (loss of a loved one, separation/divorce, change in health status or work).

When our relationships shift towards dysfunctional, they can become more stressful than comforting. I work with adults in individual, couple, and family therapy to create more comforting relationships with themselves and others. Together we explore issues related to intergenerational trauma, dysfunctional relationship patterns, family issues, and attachment. This often looks like exploring disconnection, unresolvable issues, work-life balance, and setting boundaries. My clients often identify has Highly Sensitive People (HSP) or as therapists and healers. If this sounds like you, let's chat!

Maybe you've been listening to podcasts, been in masterclasses, and reading self-help books thinking about your emotions so much that you haven't been feeling them. Or maybe you feel as though you are experiencing your emotions "too much." Either way, if you could do this by yourself (whatever the "this" is for you), you would have done it by now! It takes strength and courage to start therapy, and I applaud you for exploring your options. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I offer resilience informed therapy for emotional wellness, mental health, and trauma recovery.

It has been a trying few years, and it just seems to get worse. The world is still filled with anxiety, uncertainty, and confusion. If you need some human connection in these frightening times, I am available to you. Whether you're anxious about the country and world, struggling to maintain relationships, or feeling lonely and isolated, I can help you.

Feeling disconnected from yourself, friends, family? Experiencing a life transition? Struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you feel like something is missing from your sex life? Are you longing to re-ignite your intimacy and/or sexuality? Would you like to repair or strengthen your relationship? Are you single & looking to discover your potential for pleasure? I believe people have the desire & capacity to heal & grow, & that our quality of life is impacted by our relationship with others. I help clients increase intimacy, passion, sexual satisfaction, & pleasure so they can develop a deeper connection with Self & others.

Have you been feeling unheard, confused, overwhelmed? Does life feel like A LOT? Do you find yourself questioning what’s next? Perhaps it feels like something is missing or not quite right. You might even feel trapped in a constant state of anxiety! We all go through periods of uncertainty and doubt, but sometimes we need help finding our way through these times. Whatever you’re hoping to get out of therapy, you’re going to have to work! I’m here to help you figure out what that looks like. If you let me, I’ll guide you through the discomfort of growth.

Each of us have encountered circumstances that have tested us and, possibly, led us to question past decisions and/or our ability to navigate difficulty situations. RCC works with individuals who are struggling to identify or renew their purpose in life, develop and utilize coping skills, or want to improve the quality of their relationships. We also work with couples who want to heal their relationship and restore trust. This can include couples who have experienced infidelity or couples who want to improve the quality of their communication and identify ways to navigate common issues (i.e. arguing fair, parenting).

I have worked with individuals, couples, and families for over 25 years as they seek help for challenges that bring them to therapy. I have trained extensively in the treatment of anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, codependency, relationship issues, and trauma. Mindfulness is an integral part of my personal life and therapy practice. My intention is to be a compassionate and wise guide as my clients engage in the work needed to heal.

“Healing doesn’t mean the hurt never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives.” Hello and welcome! I’m Samantha. I enjoy working with people of all ages and I see children, teens and adults. I also have specific experience working in maternal mental health and specifically with clients who are experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Additionally, I have experience working with parents who are learning to juggle this role, but who also want to stay true to who they are as an individual.

I believe clients have the right to be heard and listened to in a non-judgmental, warm, and open environment. I incorporate large doses of humor and compassion within each session, helping to give you the most beneficial and comfortable experience. I would value the opportunity to explore the life issues that have brought you to this site. Making the first call is extremely difficult; yet the most important step towards finding a meaningful partnership with a therapist that can help guide you. I specialize in mindful and value based approaches to help move towards a life filled with vitality.