Family Systems Therapists in Raleigh, NC

Are you tired of anxiety, anger, sadness, shame, or guilt taking control of your life? Would you like to develop a better relationship with painful thoughts and emotions, and make lasting behavior changes that bring meaning and purpose in your life? If you are feeling overwhelmed with school, work, or parental demands, experiencing strain in peer or family relationships, you no longer find satisfaction in things you once enjoyed, or if over-thinking and worry are interfering with your ability to make decisions and achieve your goals, I am here to help!

Here you are, in the frustrating position of scrolling through therapists online. You do not want to book an intake and tell someone your whole life story only to realize a few sessions in that they are just nodding, not saying much and you don't click. So, are we going to talk about feelings? Sure. And, I believe in a no bullshit approach to therapy. I will hold you accountable to create the change you want to see in your life. I bring body scans, breathing exercises, movement, silence, listening and laughter to every session. Because if we aren't laughing, we're crying.

As a therapist, I believe in a genuine, nonjudgemental approach to the therapist-client relationship. I respect the courage, energy and time it takes you to make the effort to begin counseling. The fact that you’re visiting this site is the first step! So let’s collaborate in a way that is meaningful to you.

I consider my role as therapist to be one of the most sacred parts of my life. Not because of my own effort, but because of the beauty inherently found in walking alongside people in search of safety, meaning, belonging, healing, hope, and love. In and through each therapeutic relationship I build, I walk away changed and inspired by people’s capacity to forgive, grow, accept, change, and see the beauty in themselves and the world around them. Nothing brings me more joy than instilling hope and witnessing the magic of others overcoming difficult experiences.

My counseling experience includes work with couples, individuals, and families experiencing relationship difficulties, conflict, and communication issues. My areas of counseling specialization include marital / relational issues, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, infidelity, trauma, past hurts, and life transitions. In addition to my masters degree in social work, and my counseling license, I also have a master of divinity degree and 25+ years as a pastor.

If you’re seeking the tools to cope with unexpected changes, want more fulfillment in your interpersonal relationships, or you’re struggling to see your self-worth, therapy can be the place you find your footing again. I provide support for clients experiencing complex trauma, anxiety, depression, social anxiety, racial identity stressors, and life cycle changes.

I believe in meeting people where they are. I strive to build a therapeutic relationship with my clients while earning their trust along the way. I have a very non-traditional approach and offer a non-judgmental stance. My goal of therapy is to help you get to what you deem an ideal life. I use a multitude of theories and evidence-based practices, but my specialties are, Person Centered, CBT and Motivational Interviewing. I come to you to offer a safe space to express yourself, process your feelings, identify triggers and appropriate coping skills/techniques to help you navigate through this thing called “Life”.

Thank you for visiting my page. I understand and appreciate that reaching out for support is not easy. Through the brave action of engaging in therapy, I believe clients gift themselves an opportunity to gain powerful insights, grow in self-awareness, cultivate a deeper connection to themselves and others, and ultimately move toward lasting change. My role as therapist is to facilitate and support this process within the structure of a warm, safe, and non-judgmental environment where all - regardless of race, religion, identity, or background - are included and welcome.

Do you feel stuck and find it difficult to find joy and purpose? Do you find it challenging to show up as your authentic self? Are you struggling with understanding and parenting adolescent children? Through therapy, I can provide you with the tools needed to work through obstacles and unlearn behavior patterns that may no longer be serving you. Couples - Are you seeking to enhance intimacy in your relationship, resolve conflicts, and/or improve communication? Together, we will collaborate to find solutions and identify strengths in your relationship, leveraging them to overcome barriers and enhance satisfaction.

NOW > Offering "Structured Family Interventions" to help family members cope with a loved one with addiction issues, and facilitate them getting to primary treatment. It can be frustrating to feel and behave a certain way, knowing that you have or can be better at living. I am comfortable with those who know that something is not working and are considering how to change, so they can ultimately function better. My clients are those who come for one on one counseling, family members, and couples who struggle with addiction in the home. I have a wide range of experience in treating addiction, mental health, and supporting recovery.

We believe strongly that if you're going to make a change, operate from a new belief that says "life happens not to me but for me" once that happens the journey to a brighter future will begin. Here at TCC&C we pride ourselves in having therapist with years of experience working with teenagers and adults struggling with stressful life events.

I'm a clinical psychologist who is located in North Carolina, but also doing teleheatlh in New York and Florida. I enjoy working with adults to solve life's challenges in individual and couples therapy. My clients mostly struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and difficulties adjusting to life changes. I also work with couples to gain a more satisfying relationship based on friendship and intimacy. While therapy can seem like an uncertain journey, it often leads to remarkable growth and self-discovery with the right professional support.

Life is full of challenges, changes, and seasons, and we understand that. We offer genuine care and clinical expertise in a compassionate environment. We work with individuals, couples, and families to come alongside you and help you face and overcome whatever you may be dealing with. Depression, anxiety, transitions, relational strife, family stressors, sadness, loneliness, fear ... we care, and we can help! One of the greatest investments you can make is getting professional care. We believe you shouldn’t have to face struggles or hiccups alone. Often times it just takes a little guidance and direction to get you back on track.

I provide psychotherapy and coaching for adults and adolescents. Prior to becoming a therapist, I worked extensively in non-profit leadership and real estate development. I now operate my own therapy practice supporting people in living purposeful, joy-filled lives. I desire to help people connect more deeply with others and more deeply with God. I support people wrestling with a variety of issues and utilize a range of clinical approaches. I am anchored in a relational orientation, viewing the relationship between client and therapist as central to creating change.

If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, compulsive behavior, wish to overcome the consequences of traumatic experiences, or feel stuck in your life journey, I invite you to contact me. As a therapist, I strive to provide a non-judgmental and supportive environment for individuals to gain greater self-awareness and self-regulation. In our work together, we will hold space for difficult emotions, identify patterns that have helped you in the past and may not be serving you now, and develop new skills so that you are able to gently move toward living a more fulfilling life aligned with your values.

My name is Lauren Alvarez and I am a Cuban American women living near downtown Raleigh. I earned my Masters in Counselor Education with a focus in Clinical Mental Health at ECU; finishing in December of 2013. In March of 2017, I became a fully Licensed Professional Counselor. I have worked in various settings from hospitals, child advocacy centers, domestic violence agencies and shelters, to agencies in community mental health. I have had positions including Advocate, Case Manager, Intensive In-Home Team Lead, Assessor, Outpatient Therapist, and Co-located School Therapist for the Spanish and English speaking populations.

Miller Counseling Services, PC provides compassionate clinical counseling services for adults with the desire to promote healing in the whole person: emotional, spiritual, cognitive, physical and relational. It is Dr. Susan Miller's desire to help individuals improve relationships, find balance, and seek wellness in order to realize full potential and purpose in their lives. Dr. Miller also blends creative art experiences, somatic practices, spiritual direction, mindfulness meditation and energy healing with other therapeutic approaches to facilitate healing of the body, mind and spirit.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a graduate degree from Columbia University, NYC. I have 10 years of experience providing mental health therapy. Life can get overwhelming while balancing life's responsibilities, relationships and self awareness. I am dedicated to creating a space for you to be heard, listened to with compassion and respected. This space will allow for you to develop insight, knowledge and development of your personal goals. Whatever you are struggling with, whether it is sadness, worry, family issues, self esteem/identity issues, life adjustments/traumas, grief, etc. I look forward to working with you.

I have been working in the mental health field for over fifteen years with a variety of clients including children and adolescents, families, and adults. I enjoy utilizing an eclectic approach to treatment, recognizing the uniqueness that each individual brings to treatment. I specialize in the treatment of exposure to trauma, providing treatment to survivors of sexual violence, childhood abuse, domestic violence, and military combat trauma. When addressing the needs of those who have survived trauma, I focus a great deal of attention on the neurological effects of exposure, as well as the mind and body connection.