Emotionally Focused Therapists in Fuquay Varina, NC
Kelly Zander
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526 (Online Only)
Coupled with a curious spirit, the scientifically-validated approach I use most in my practice is Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT).
It can be so painful to feel as if you are not truly seen or understood. You want to feel deep connection in your relationship, and you want to thrive in it as your authentic self, but conflict ends up unraveling all of that. Instead, you find yourself feeling disconnected, frustrated, confused, and alone. When arguments happen, it can be so difficult to put into words what is happening for you in the moment, and the disconnection feels overwhelming. Not only do you want to find healing and meaningful connection in your relationship, but you also want to come alive as a vital part in it.
Coupled with a curious spirit, the scientifically-validated approach I use most in my practice is Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT).
It can be so painful to feel as if you are not truly seen or understood. You want to feel deep connection in your relationship, and you want to thrive in it as your authentic self, but conflict ends up unraveling all of that. Instead, you find yourself feeling disconnected, frustrated, confused, and alone. When arguments happen, it can be so difficult to put into words what is happening for you in the moment, and the disconnection feels overwhelming. Not only do you want to find healing and meaningful connection in your relationship, but you also want to come alive as a vital part in it.
Dr. Greg Cheney
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
We often use a scientifically-validated approach called Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) as a means to guide our sessions.
Tired of feeling stuck, misunderstood, & disconnected? Are you struggling with communication? Does your relationship feel like it is moving in the wrong direction? Are the arguments, misunderstanding, and hurt becoming overwhelming? You may even be considering separation or divorce. Take the first step to sort through it all . . . the misunderstanding, the arguments, the hurt, the disconnection, and the loneliness. We can help you gain clarity to move toward healing. Let us help you experience your relationship in a new way. Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to get started.
We often use a scientifically-validated approach called Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) as a means to guide our sessions.
Tired of feeling stuck, misunderstood, & disconnected? Are you struggling with communication? Does your relationship feel like it is moving in the wrong direction? Are the arguments, misunderstanding, and hurt becoming overwhelming? You may even be considering separation or divorce. Take the first step to sort through it all . . . the misunderstanding, the arguments, the hurt, the disconnection, and the loneliness. We can help you gain clarity to move toward healing. Let us help you experience your relationship in a new way. Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to get started.
Karen C Pandey
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMCH, LCAS, NCC
Verified Verified
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Waitlist for new clients
Do you struggle with negative thought patterns, difficult emotions, or unhelpful behaviors? If these aspects resonate with you, then Karen Pandey could be a great choice for you or your loved one. She has worked with individuals and families for over 15 years using CBT to treat addictions, ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and self-harm. She also enjoys helping improve one's communication skills, intimate relationship skills, and/or parenting skills using attachment theories including Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT).
Do you struggle with negative thought patterns, difficult emotions, or unhelpful behaviors? If these aspects resonate with you, then Karen Pandey could be a great choice for you or your loved one. She has worked with individuals and families for over 15 years using CBT to treat addictions, ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and self-harm. She also enjoys helping improve one's communication skills, intimate relationship skills, and/or parenting skills using attachment theories including Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT).
Happy to be accepting new clients! After-school and work appointments are available as well as availability throughout the day. I enjoy working with all ages above 10 years old. I have experience with relationship issues, identity exploration, life transitions, and more. Please consider therapy with me to be a safe place for all ages, identities, sexualities, religions, races, and socioeconomic statuses. I will make every effort to use my education, experience, and genuine care for you to help move you through difficult times, past or present.
Happy to be accepting new clients! After-school and work appointments are available as well as availability throughout the day. I enjoy working with all ages above 10 years old. I have experience with relationship issues, identity exploration, life transitions, and more. Please consider therapy with me to be a safe place for all ages, identities, sexualities, religions, races, and socioeconomic statuses. I will make every effort to use my education, experience, and genuine care for you to help move you through difficult times, past or present.
Savannah Lorraine Swartout
Counselor, LCMHC-A, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Accepting virtual midday sessions on Monday & Fridays! By integrating a strengths-based approach to counseling, I focus on clients ingrained power and how they can use personal attributes to live a life that this authentic to their own self-imposed values. By using humor & creating a warm non-judgmental environment I embrace each client’s unique needs with enthusiasm and determination. My passion is to help women & those in the LGBTQIA+ community reclaim their identities, find their voices, and learn how to harness their inner power in an uplifting and therapeutic manner. All are welcome here!
Accepting virtual midday sessions on Monday & Fridays! By integrating a strengths-based approach to counseling, I focus on clients ingrained power and how they can use personal attributes to live a life that this authentic to their own self-imposed values. By using humor & creating a warm non-judgmental environment I embrace each client’s unique needs with enthusiasm and determination. My passion is to help women & those in the LGBTQIA+ community reclaim their identities, find their voices, and learn how to harness their inner power in an uplifting and therapeutic manner. All are welcome here!
I believe that each person hold the key to their own journey. Good therapy is a collaborative process, in which the therapist acts as a guide and witness rather than an authority figure or judge. I integrate a variety of tools and approaches in a way that's tailored to support each client's needs.
I believe that each person hold the key to their own journey. Good therapy is a collaborative process, in which the therapist acts as a guide and witness rather than an authority figure or judge. I integrate a variety of tools and approaches in a way that's tailored to support each client's needs.
Meagan Blews
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526 (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Meagan Blews, and I am a trauma-informed licensed clinical therapist dedicated to helping you overcome obstacles in your life preventing you from reaching your full potential, whether it be anxiety, depression, low self esteem or just feeling stuck. With extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), I provide comprehensive and empathetic care. My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in trauma-informed principles, ensuring you feel safe, seen, and supported throughout your healing journey.
Welcome! My name is Meagan Blews, and I am a trauma-informed licensed clinical therapist dedicated to helping you overcome obstacles in your life preventing you from reaching your full potential, whether it be anxiety, depression, low self esteem or just feeling stuck. With extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), I provide comprehensive and empathetic care. My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in trauma-informed principles, ensuring you feel safe, seen, and supported throughout your healing journey.
Foundations Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
You're overwhelmed, your minds racing, you're sad, you're stuck. You're tired of just surviving each day. Finding a way forward isn't always easy, but you can do it. Start moving forward today! You can manage the chaos, quiet those defeating thoughts in your head and focus on the positive. You can gain freedom from the struggle and find calm in the chaos. You've got this! Start Thriving today!
You're overwhelmed, your minds racing, you're sad, you're stuck. You're tired of just surviving each day. Finding a way forward isn't always easy, but you can do it. Start moving forward today! You can manage the chaos, quiet those defeating thoughts in your head and focus on the positive. You can gain freedom from the struggle and find calm in the chaos. You've got this! Start Thriving today!
Valiant Couples Therapy and Consulting
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Are the arguments, misunderstanding, and hurt starting to become overwhelming? Struggling with communication or managing conflict? Have you tried to fix your relationship, but continue to feel misunderstood, frustrated, and disconnected? It may even feel like your relationship is moving in the wrong direction, or in a downward spiral. Considering separation or divorce? Perhaps the spark has left and feel more like roommates than lovers or disaster has struck with a major betrayal. You know something needs to change, and there is a better way to live! We help couples break through the barriers of disconnection in their relationship.
Are the arguments, misunderstanding, and hurt starting to become overwhelming? Struggling with communication or managing conflict? Have you tried to fix your relationship, but continue to feel misunderstood, frustrated, and disconnected? It may even feel like your relationship is moving in the wrong direction, or in a downward spiral. Considering separation or divorce? Perhaps the spark has left and feel more like roommates than lovers or disaster has struck with a major betrayal. You know something needs to change, and there is a better way to live! We help couples break through the barriers of disconnection in their relationship.
Willow Creek Counseling Assoc, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
We offer compassionate care across all ages, from preschool through adulthood. Our clients find a warm, supportive environment here, ideal for undertaking the challenging emotional work they face. Utilizing evidence-based treatments including Play Therapy, CBT, DBT, and marriage counseling, we also prioritize trauma-informed care to ensure sensitive and effective therapy. Our counselors specialize in various areas such as perinatal mood disorders, trauma recovery, chronic pain/illness management, and grief counseling, providing tailored support to meet diverse needs with empathy and expertise.
We offer compassionate care across all ages, from preschool through adulthood. Our clients find a warm, supportive environment here, ideal for undertaking the challenging emotional work they face. Utilizing evidence-based treatments including Play Therapy, CBT, DBT, and marriage counseling, we also prioritize trauma-informed care to ensure sensitive and effective therapy. Our counselors specialize in various areas such as perinatal mood disorders, trauma recovery, chronic pain/illness management, and grief counseling, providing tailored support to meet diverse needs with empathy and expertise.
Wanda Collazo
Licensed Clinical Mental Helath Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Hello, my name is Wanda Collazo. As we prepare to begin the therapeutic process and continue to develop a working relationship, I believe it is very helpful for you to learn some information regarding my professional background and counseling philosophy. I consider counseling as an interactive process during which we collaborate, exchange ideas, and design a plan of action with the intent of identifying your concerns and build the skills necessary to express your thoughts and feelings, overcome challenges, and gain a new life perspective. I look forward to our work together as we embark in this empowering experience.
Hello, my name is Wanda Collazo. As we prepare to begin the therapeutic process and continue to develop a working relationship, I believe it is very helpful for you to learn some information regarding my professional background and counseling philosophy. I consider counseling as an interactive process during which we collaborate, exchange ideas, and design a plan of action with the intent of identifying your concerns and build the skills necessary to express your thoughts and feelings, overcome challenges, and gain a new life perspective. I look forward to our work together as we embark in this empowering experience.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Each potential client is different and brings different values and challenges to therapy. The goals, needs, or issues of every single person are just as important to me as my own, therefore I approach each client using a client-centered or Person-Centered Approach to ensure I am putting the needs of my clients before my own. My goal as a client-centered therapist is to prioritize the well-being of the individuals I serve and who place their trust in me as a licensed counselor.
Each potential client is different and brings different values and challenges to therapy. The goals, needs, or issues of every single person are just as important to me as my own, therefore I approach each client using a client-centered or Person-Centered Approach to ensure I am putting the needs of my clients before my own. My goal as a client-centered therapist is to prioritize the well-being of the individuals I serve and who place their trust in me as a licensed counselor.
Anchor Counseling Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Currently accepting new clients for daytime appointments (10 AM - 2 PM virtual or in person). I believe that everyone is unique and has their own distinctive journey. You can expect treatment with me to be person-centered and non-judgmental. I feel treating the person as a whole is important and look at all aspects of life and how they intermingle. I work form a biopsychosocial perspective and pull from multiple modalities of treatment to utilize a therapeutic approach tailored specifically for each client and their unique needs.
Currently accepting new clients for daytime appointments (10 AM - 2 PM virtual or in person). I believe that everyone is unique and has their own distinctive journey. You can expect treatment with me to be person-centered and non-judgmental. I feel treating the person as a whole is important and look at all aspects of life and how they intermingle. I work form a biopsychosocial perspective and pull from multiple modalities of treatment to utilize a therapeutic approach tailored specifically for each client and their unique needs.
Inner-Wellness, PLLC
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526 (Online Only)
Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety? During these uncertain, ever changing times, making time to nurture your total well-being is essential. I welcome you to a space where you can come as you are and begin collaboratively working on how you desire to show up in the world. On this journey we will navigate your challenges, strengthen your coping skills, and empower you with the confidence to manage future stressors and uncertainties.
Do you often feel weighed down by feelings of anxiety? During these uncertain, ever changing times, making time to nurture your total well-being is essential. I welcome you to a space where you can come as you are and begin collaboratively working on how you desire to show up in the world. On this journey we will navigate your challenges, strengthen your coping skills, and empower you with the confidence to manage future stressors and uncertainties.
Geoquana McDougal
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. I received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from North Carolina A&T. I furthered my education receiving a MA in Marriage & Family Therapy from Capella. I'm committed to treating couples, families, and individuals. My clinical interest include working with premarital couples, communication issues, infidelity, grief, sexual assault, and addiction. I strongly believe that the therapeutic relationship is one of the biggest indicators of change, which is why I strive to create a safe, warm space in which clients feel seen and heard.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. I received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from North Carolina A&T. I furthered my education receiving a MA in Marriage & Family Therapy from Capella. I'm committed to treating couples, families, and individuals. My clinical interest include working with premarital couples, communication issues, infidelity, grief, sexual assault, and addiction. I strongly believe that the therapeutic relationship is one of the biggest indicators of change, which is why I strive to create a safe, warm space in which clients feel seen and heard.
New Moon Counseling and Wellness PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Hello! My passion is working with clients to help them reach their goals of self-love, acceptance, and establishing a life that they love - which looks different for everyone! We will first work to build our therapeutic alliance, then begin to identify and explore cyclical behaviors, patterns, and past experiences that are currently impacting your life. Through the practice of unconditional positive regard, you are completely accepted for wherever you are emotionally - whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, impulsivity, self-esteem, and more. Allow me to meet you where you are and walk alongside you in healing.
Hello! My passion is working with clients to help them reach their goals of self-love, acceptance, and establishing a life that they love - which looks different for everyone! We will first work to build our therapeutic alliance, then begin to identify and explore cyclical behaviors, patterns, and past experiences that are currently impacting your life. Through the practice of unconditional positive regard, you are completely accepted for wherever you are emotionally - whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, impulsivity, self-esteem, and more. Allow me to meet you where you are and walk alongside you in healing.
Carolina Counseling Services - Fuquay-Varina, NC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Finding the right therapist for you can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be. CCS is proud to have two locations in Fuquay-Varina as well as a number of knowledgeable contracted therapists that can help you with what may be holding you back. Our independently contracted therapists enjoy working with couples, adults, teens and children.
Finding the right therapist for you can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be. CCS is proud to have two locations in Fuquay-Varina as well as a number of knowledgeable contracted therapists that can help you with what may be holding you back. Our independently contracted therapists enjoy working with couples, adults, teens and children.
I work with teens and adults who are seeking support for issues like anxiety, depression, or navigating life transitions. My clients need a space where they feel safe, understood, and valued as they explore their emotions. Their goal is to build coping skills, increase self-awareness, and strengthen their resilience. They want to gain more control over their lives, manage challenges more effectively, and grow holistically by tapping into their inner strengths and aligning them with healthy, constructive strategies for lasting change.
I work with teens and adults who are seeking support for issues like anxiety, depression, or navigating life transitions. My clients need a space where they feel safe, understood, and valued as they explore their emotions. Their goal is to build coping skills, increase self-awareness, and strengthen their resilience. They want to gain more control over their lives, manage challenges more effectively, and grow holistically by tapping into their inner strengths and aligning them with healthy, constructive strategies for lasting change.
Emily Childress
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Therapy for trauma, anxiety, phobias, depression, grief, eating disorders, and difficulty in relationships. A therapist can be someone separate from friends and family who offers a listening ear while remaining empathetic, curious, nonjudgmental, and objective.
Therapy for trauma, anxiety, phobias, depression, grief, eating disorders, and difficulty in relationships. A therapist can be someone separate from friends and family who offers a listening ear while remaining empathetic, curious, nonjudgmental, and objective.
Christi Bemister, PsyD, PLLC
Psychologist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526 (Online Only)
I invite you to a warm and compassionate space where we can work together to untangle and release the challenges that affect your quality of life. By examining past hurts, we can normalize and clarify confusing or negative behaviors, thoughts, and emotions, help you integrate past experiences. Through embodiment, mindfulness, and somatic experiential practices, you can achieve physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. These practical techniques, combined with education and therapeutic processing, will guide you on your path to holistic health and to gain resilience, enabling you to handle even the most stressful situations.
I invite you to a warm and compassionate space where we can work together to untangle and release the challenges that affect your quality of life. By examining past hurts, we can normalize and clarify confusing or negative behaviors, thoughts, and emotions, help you integrate past experiences. Through embodiment, mindfulness, and somatic experiential practices, you can achieve physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. These practical techniques, combined with education and therapeutic processing, will guide you on your path to holistic health and to gain resilience, enabling you to handle even the most stressful situations.
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Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.