Therapists in Mecklenburg County, NC
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Niki Mullis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate. A graduate of Queens University with a bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Health Services, Niki completed her graduate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pfeiffer University. She is a trained EMDR therapist. Niki is also certified in the Level 1 Gottman Method and a Seven Principals for Making Marriage Work Leader based on the Gottman Method.
Niki Mullis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate. A graduate of Queens University with a bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Health Services, Niki completed her graduate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pfeiffer University. She is a trained EMDR therapist. Niki is also certified in the Level 1 Gottman Method and a Seven Principals for Making Marriage Work Leader based on the Gottman Method.
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I approach couples therapy using the Gottman method.
My ideal client wants help finding meaning and fulfillment in their lives and is pursuing personal growth. They want to put their authentic selves into the world instead of the self that is masked by anxiety and depression or their current stressors. They want to learn to connect with themself and others and feel less alone. They want to learn to manage the obstacles that life throws at them and strengthen their resilience as a result. I am licensed in both North Carolina and South Carolina and I am currently accepting new individuals and couples.
I approach couples therapy using the Gottman method.
My ideal client wants help finding meaning and fulfillment in their lives and is pursuing personal growth. They want to put their authentic selves into the world instead of the self that is masked by anxiety and depression or their current stressors. They want to learn to connect with themself and others and feel less alone. They want to learn to manage the obstacles that life throws at them and strengthen their resilience as a result. I am licensed in both North Carolina and South Carolina and I am currently accepting new individuals and couples.
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Let's work together to get to the root cause of your distress and decrease problematic symptoms. I counsel adolescents (10yo+) through adults. My clinical counseling experience includes adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-and-stressor related disorders (PTSD), loss/grief, narcissistic abuse, parenting, post-divorce, and relationships: pre-marriage/re-marriage/couple's therapy using the SYMBIS assessment and Gottman Method. I also have expertise in career exploration, life purpose, goal setting, therapeutic art facilitation, and helping clients discover meaning in life.
Let's work together to get to the root cause of your distress and decrease problematic symptoms. I counsel adolescents (10yo+) through adults. My clinical counseling experience includes adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-and-stressor related disorders (PTSD), loss/grief, narcissistic abuse, parenting, post-divorce, and relationships: pre-marriage/re-marriage/couple's therapy using the SYMBIS assessment and Gottman Method. I also have expertise in career exploration, life purpose, goal setting, therapeutic art facilitation, and helping clients discover meaning in life.
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Brooke Szitas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCAS
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28211
I use attachment-based approaches, motivational interviewing, emotionally focused therapy, sex therapy, and Gottman Method Therapy to facilitate change, improve communication, foster intimacy, and improve sexual functioning.
Life is full of transitions and challenges that can lead to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and family problems. You may feel frustrated, anxious, and disappointed leading to your desire to seek help. I believe everyone needs a person that supports, advocates, and listens to them. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I strive to build a space of acceptance to promote your growth and honor your strengths. I believe everyone has their own unique experiences and therefore, I adapt my approach to fit your needs and goals.
I use attachment-based approaches, motivational interviewing, emotionally focused therapy, sex therapy, and Gottman Method Therapy to facilitate change, improve communication, foster intimacy, and improve sexual functioning.
Life is full of transitions and challenges that can lead to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and family problems. You may feel frustrated, anxious, and disappointed leading to your desire to seek help. I believe everyone needs a person that supports, advocates, and listens to them. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I strive to build a space of acceptance to promote your growth and honor your strengths. I believe everyone has their own unique experiences and therefore, I adapt my approach to fit your needs and goals.
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I use techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behaviors Therapy, Gottman Method, and Brainspotting.
I work with clients who feel like they are struggling or feeling overwhelmed. My clients experience a range of mental heath concerns such as depression, anxiety, and other diagnoses. They would all tell you I provide a safe place for you to grow and get to where you want to be. Therapy doesn't have to be hard. We will laugh, cry, be serious, and grow all during therapy.
I use techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behaviors Therapy, Gottman Method, and Brainspotting.
I work with clients who feel like they are struggling or feeling overwhelmed. My clients experience a range of mental heath concerns such as depression, anxiety, and other diagnoses. They would all tell you I provide a safe place for you to grow and get to where you want to be. Therapy doesn't have to be hard. We will laugh, cry, be serious, and grow all during therapy.
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We're all on a journey and I'm honored to help you make sense of it. I work with adults navigating the challenges of life and death, of being human. I see individuals for various issues and welcome you to contact me for an initial conversation. I enjoy working with couples, because relationships can be so challenging. I use assessments, the Gottman Method, and attachment theory to help build relationship satisfaction and intimacy. Some couples only need coaching, some need more. But we live in difficult times, and we all need someone we can talk to, someone who will walk beside us on this journey, offering comfort and support.
We're all on a journey and I'm honored to help you make sense of it. I work with adults navigating the challenges of life and death, of being human. I see individuals for various issues and welcome you to contact me for an initial conversation. I enjoy working with couples, because relationships can be so challenging. I use assessments, the Gottman Method, and attachment theory to help build relationship satisfaction and intimacy. Some couples only need coaching, some need more. But we live in difficult times, and we all need someone we can talk to, someone who will walk beside us on this journey, offering comfort and support.
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Darryl Brown Jr.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Huntersville, NC 28078
I am proud to have received advanced training through the Gottman Institute and utilize the Gottman Method in my couples work.
Life is not always easy. Sometimes life is challenging because of circumstances related to our actions; sometimes these challenges are a result of circumstances beyond our control. Regardless, these circumstances do not define us. It is, instead, our response to these circumstances that determines our course. My passion is working with individuals and families who are facing these storms. I love walking with my clients through these storms and into a bright new day. It is my hope that each of my clients will learn not just to weather and survive these storms but rather to conquer and overcome them.
I am proud to have received advanced training through the Gottman Institute and utilize the Gottman Method in my couples work.
Life is not always easy. Sometimes life is challenging because of circumstances related to our actions; sometimes these challenges are a result of circumstances beyond our control. Regardless, these circumstances do not define us. It is, instead, our response to these circumstances that determines our course. My passion is working with individuals and families who are facing these storms. I love walking with my clients through these storms and into a bright new day. It is my hope that each of my clients will learn not just to weather and survive these storms but rather to conquer and overcome them.
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Calissa's Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28215
Like many journeys, therapy begins with where you are now, factors in where you have been, and builds a plan for where you want to go. It is a collaborative process. You are the expert on your life and with the right supports in place, you can discover your strengths and begin the healing process. I have found a diverse therapeutic approach to be most effective in assisting my clients coping with life challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief, parenting and anger management. This approach utilizes my training in psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral, solution focused and mindfulness techniques.
Like many journeys, therapy begins with where you are now, factors in where you have been, and builds a plan for where you want to go. It is a collaborative process. You are the expert on your life and with the right supports in place, you can discover your strengths and begin the healing process. I have found a diverse therapeutic approach to be most effective in assisting my clients coping with life challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief, parenting and anger management. This approach utilizes my training in psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral, solution focused and mindfulness techniques.
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Rhonda Chesson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28273 (Online Only)
Life can come at you fast in the most annoying ways such as experiencing difficulty in your relationships, work and family. Feelings of anger, anxiety, worry, depression can contribute to low self worth. I can help you to understand why you think, feel and behave the way you do in order to help you improve your self-esteem, your mood, your relationships and your life.
Life can come at you fast in the most annoying ways such as experiencing difficulty in your relationships, work and family. Feelings of anger, anxiety, worry, depression can contribute to low self worth. I can help you to understand why you think, feel and behave the way you do in order to help you improve your self-esteem, your mood, your relationships and your life.
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Erika Marie Brinley
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28226
We all have different seasons in our lives where we may feel a pull or a need for change and growth. My hope is to help those on their individual journeys find a place that feels good for them and their families. I believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, heard and validated and thus I provide that in my therapy room, and help other family members develop that for one another.
We all have different seasons in our lives where we may feel a pull or a need for change and growth. My hope is to help those on their individual journeys find a place that feels good for them and their families. I believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, heard and validated and thus I provide that in my therapy room, and help other family members develop that for one another.
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I understand the weight trials can have on one’s shoulders, and you do not have to carry them alone. I have experience working with those who have endured trauma, illness, stress, and the uncertainty life transition can bring. I am devoted to empowering those experiencing anxiety, depression, women’s issues, identity issues, new parenting, communication, and relationship issues. I have a passion to serve others through the many pivotal moments life brings. During these seasons, the therapy room is a safe environment for such change and exploration. I would be honored to support you in your therapeutic journey.
I understand the weight trials can have on one’s shoulders, and you do not have to carry them alone. I have experience working with those who have endured trauma, illness, stress, and the uncertainty life transition can bring. I am devoted to empowering those experiencing anxiety, depression, women’s issues, identity issues, new parenting, communication, and relationship issues. I have a passion to serve others through the many pivotal moments life brings. During these seasons, the therapy room is a safe environment for such change and exploration. I would be honored to support you in your therapeutic journey.
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Dee Dockery
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28277 (Online Only)
I specialize in women's mental health and only treat women. Psychology is a science and an art. I see therapy through the same lens. As specific as the brain can be, there also has to be some flexibility to really understand how someone thinks. I worked in psychology research for 10 years and have been a therapist for 9 years. I am a National Certified Counselor, a Qualified Supervisor, and will be finishing my PhD in 2025. My research and focus in therapy is centered around women’s issues, our cognitive processing, and how our social environment affects our lives.
I specialize in women's mental health and only treat women. Psychology is a science and an art. I see therapy through the same lens. As specific as the brain can be, there also has to be some flexibility to really understand how someone thinks. I worked in psychology research for 10 years and have been a therapist for 9 years. I am a National Certified Counselor, a Qualified Supervisor, and will be finishing my PhD in 2025. My research and focus in therapy is centered around women’s issues, our cognitive processing, and how our social environment affects our lives.
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Siddiqah Taqwah Musa-Cooper
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28212 (Online Only)
As a MFT-I, I assist couples, families, and individuals with their mental health needs. My ideal model is Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) which allows you to be the expert in your situation and makes room for you to state your own outcome(s); which strengthens your power to know that you are able to overcome and succeed; no matter the situation at hand.
As a MFT-I, I assist couples, families, and individuals with their mental health needs. My ideal model is Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) which allows you to be the expert in your situation and makes room for you to state your own outcome(s); which strengthens your power to know that you are able to overcome and succeed; no matter the situation at hand.
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Amanda Richardson
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28282 (Online Only)
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Hello and Welcome! First and foremost, I'd like to commend you on taking the first step. Oftentimes the first step is the hardest, but... YOU'VE DONE IT! Often, I ask clients, “How do you eat an elephant?” After the looks of bewilderment subside, I am most often told, “You can’t”. As your counselor, it is my hope to show you that it can be accomplished. But how? "One small bite at a time." My ideal client is one who is willing to take a chance on becoming the absolute best version of themselves. It is my hope that in working together, we can tackle the stressors of everyday life and get back to living a fulfilled life.
Hello and Welcome! First and foremost, I'd like to commend you on taking the first step. Oftentimes the first step is the hardest, but... YOU'VE DONE IT! Often, I ask clients, “How do you eat an elephant?” After the looks of bewilderment subside, I am most often told, “You can’t”. As your counselor, it is my hope to show you that it can be accomplished. But how? "One small bite at a time." My ideal client is one who is willing to take a chance on becoming the absolute best version of themselves. It is my hope that in working together, we can tackle the stressors of everyday life and get back to living a fulfilled life.
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Keisha Trenice Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262
Thank you for visiting my page. The ideal individual I work with is one who identifies that they need help in some area of their life and are willing to work with me to make their lives better. I work with individuals suffering from depression and anxiety; I specialize in working with couples (married or not) and families. Individuals I work with struggle with life's issues (divorce, financial, health, relational) to mood disorders. Typically their goal is to "feel better" or to "fix their relationship". My promise is to work diligently to assist them in achieving their goals using various methods in which to do so.
Thank you for visiting my page. The ideal individual I work with is one who identifies that they need help in some area of their life and are willing to work with me to make their lives better. I work with individuals suffering from depression and anxiety; I specialize in working with couples (married or not) and families. Individuals I work with struggle with life's issues (divorce, financial, health, relational) to mood disorders. Typically their goal is to "feel better" or to "fix their relationship". My promise is to work diligently to assist them in achieving their goals using various methods in which to do so.
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Jennifer M Robertson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28226
Are you new to therapy? Searching for your true identity? Hoping to become a more independent thinker? Recovering from a recent breakup and unsure of your next steps? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’ve come to the right place. Together, we can embark on a journey of growth and self-discovery. Positive change is just around the corner.
Are you new to therapy? Searching for your true identity? Hoping to become a more independent thinker? Recovering from a recent breakup and unsure of your next steps? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’ve come to the right place. Together, we can embark on a journey of growth and self-discovery. Positive change is just around the corner.
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Life Adjustment Solutions
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, HCSVS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28262
Welcome, I am Joseph R. Carlton, Owner and Therapist of Life Adjustment Solution. I specialize in therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families. Families are the cornerstone for preserving the stability of mental health in today's high intensity society. Individuals, couples, and families are the foundation of building close emotional relationships across generations, ethnicity, racial and religious backgrounds. Each factor is greatly considered in Life Adjustment Solution mission statement. I am dedicated to changing our society one case at a time. Each case will be considered as important as the next. My clients will receive the therapeutic care that best fits their needs.
Welcome, I am Joseph R. Carlton, Owner and Therapist of Life Adjustment Solution. I specialize in therapeutic services for individuals, couples, and families. Families are the cornerstone for preserving the stability of mental health in today's high intensity society. Individuals, couples, and families are the foundation of building close emotional relationships across generations, ethnicity, racial and religious backgrounds. Each factor is greatly considered in Life Adjustment Solution mission statement. I am dedicated to changing our society one case at a time. Each case will be considered as important as the next. My clients will receive the therapeutic care that best fits their needs.
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Hope changes lives! Do you feel like you are losing hope in a situation? I have a heart for helping and motivating others and am passionate about coming alongside those who are hurting to assist them in finding hope and restoration. It is my mission to provide professional, clinically based services in an open and accepting environment. I believe that you are unique and require a personalized treatment plan to meet your needs. I am dedicated to offering the best care possible in a way that helps you bridge your past with the present and create hope for the future.
Hope changes lives! Do you feel like you are losing hope in a situation? I have a heart for helping and motivating others and am passionate about coming alongside those who are hurting to assist them in finding hope and restoration. It is my mission to provide professional, clinically based services in an open and accepting environment. I believe that you are unique and require a personalized treatment plan to meet your needs. I am dedicated to offering the best care possible in a way that helps you bridge your past with the present and create hope for the future.
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I am trained as a medical family therapist and enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. Clients dealing with relationship issues, current and/or past family conflict, chronic / invisible illness, immune / autoimmune / sleep disorders, adjusting to new diagnoses, caregiver fatigue, and having to work when you are ill and/or grieving tend to find my approach both different and helpful. I have experienced these issues myself and am familiar with the challenges they create in our personal and professional lives. I focus on helping clients cope with these difficulties in the context of our most valued relationships.
I am trained as a medical family therapist and enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. Clients dealing with relationship issues, current and/or past family conflict, chronic / invisible illness, immune / autoimmune / sleep disorders, adjusting to new diagnoses, caregiver fatigue, and having to work when you are ill and/or grieving tend to find my approach both different and helpful. I have experienced these issues myself and am familiar with the challenges they create in our personal and professional lives. I focus on helping clients cope with these difficulties in the context of our most valued relationships.
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Many of us are navigating change beyond what we prepared for. When our relationships become a source of stress, rather than the calming connection we seek out, our nervous systems protest, using coping styles designed for combat, not for love. We can push our partner away at the very same moment we need them the most. Are you worn from repeating negative patterns, longing for a clearer map to communicating needs? Marriages are healthiest when couples become shelter for each other, removing blocks to a satisfying bond. Using 30 years experience, I provide couples with personalized tools for more effective, satisfyiing relationships.
Many of us are navigating change beyond what we prepared for. When our relationships become a source of stress, rather than the calming connection we seek out, our nervous systems protest, using coping styles designed for combat, not for love. We can push our partner away at the very same moment we need them the most. Are you worn from repeating negative patterns, longing for a clearer map to communicating needs? Marriages are healthiest when couples become shelter for each other, removing blocks to a satisfying bond. Using 30 years experience, I provide couples with personalized tools for more effective, satisfyiing relationships.
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Gottman Method Therapists
How does the Gottman method work?
One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.
Is the Gottman method evidence-based?
Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analyzed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.
How long does the Gottman method take?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.
Is the Gottman method effective?
Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomized controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.