Couples Counseling Therapists in Wake Forest, NC

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A Little Counseling, PLLC
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, LCMHC-S, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Bri-Ann is the founder of "A Little Counseling, PLLC." She SPECIALIZES IN ANXIETY, improving coping and social skills, managing stress and anger and improving relationships. Bri-Ann helps children, adolescents, adults and couples feel confident in handling everyday issues. She believes "A Little Counseling" can have a lasting effect in making your day to day easier.
Bri-Ann is the founder of "A Little Counseling, PLLC." She SPECIALIZES IN ANXIETY, improving coping and social skills, managing stress and anger and improving relationships. Bri-Ann helps children, adolescents, adults and couples feel confident in handling everyday issues. She believes "A Little Counseling" can have a lasting effect in making your day to day easier.
(919) 648-1059 View (919) 648-1059
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Jacqueline Arevalo
Counselor, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Jacqueline specializes in trauma, PTSD, grief, maintaining sobriety, depression, and anxiety. She also works with devitalized couples looking to heal and renew their relationship. Her clinical approach is centered around the belief that each person has the ability to live a successful and productive life if given the support and tools to do so. She uses a variety of evidence-based treatment models (i.e., CBT, DBT, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Prepare-Enrich, and solution-focused) to collaboratively design and implement effective treatment plans that empower clients to navigate and overcome struggles in their lives.
Jacqueline specializes in trauma, PTSD, grief, maintaining sobriety, depression, and anxiety. She also works with devitalized couples looking to heal and renew their relationship. Her clinical approach is centered around the belief that each person has the ability to live a successful and productive life if given the support and tools to do so. She uses a variety of evidence-based treatment models (i.e., CBT, DBT, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Prepare-Enrich, and solution-focused) to collaboratively design and implement effective treatment plans that empower clients to navigate and overcome struggles in their lives.
(919) 849-3881 View (919) 849-3881
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Perkins Counseling & Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Our practice offers: EMDR, ADHD testing/treatment for children/adults, treatment for PTSD/Veteran's, eating disorders, relationship therapy, and much more.
Perkins Counseling & Psychological Services is a large group practice that serves Wake Forest, North Raleigh, and counties north of Raleigh. The clinicians working at our office are experienced in all avenues of mental health and psychological treatment and testing. We offer comprehensive psychological services across the lifespan - from 6 years old to older adults. Because we treat all ages and all types of problems, we often see multiple family members under the same roof making it convenient to receive help.
Our practice offers: EMDR, ADHD testing/treatment for children/adults, treatment for PTSD/Veteran's, eating disorders, relationship therapy, and much more.
Perkins Counseling & Psychological Services is a large group practice that serves Wake Forest, North Raleigh, and counties north of Raleigh. The clinicians working at our office are experienced in all avenues of mental health and psychological treatment and testing. We offer comprehensive psychological services across the lifespan - from 6 years old to older adults. Because we treat all ages and all types of problems, we often see multiple family members under the same roof making it convenient to receive help.
(919) 680-1588 View (919) 680-1588
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Julia Wheeler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor providing supportive therapy for individuals, couples and families of all ages. Using a systems approach, we can work together to recognize patterns in thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships that have developed through your unique experiences. Providing support with issues of depression, anxiety, sexual orientation, physical and emotional abuse, grief, divorce, parenting, adjustment, spiritual and relationship concerns is a priority. I have also, received level one training in the Gottman Method for couples therapy.
I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor providing supportive therapy for individuals, couples and families of all ages. Using a systems approach, we can work together to recognize patterns in thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships that have developed through your unique experiences. Providing support with issues of depression, anxiety, sexual orientation, physical and emotional abuse, grief, divorce, parenting, adjustment, spiritual and relationship concerns is a priority. I have also, received level one training in the Gottman Method for couples therapy.
(919) 587-8046 View (919) 587-8046
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Carole Cullen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
I understand how confusing and painful it can be to feel disconnected from your partner, which is why I have been helping couples for over 20 years.
I know that you want to have an amazing love story. In order to do that, you need to have a great connection with your partner. The problem is that years of ups and downs can take its toll on relationships and maybe your relationship just isn’t working, which often leaves you feeling frustrated and disconnected.
I understand how confusing and painful it can be to feel disconnected from your partner, which is why I have been helping couples for over 20 years.
I know that you want to have an amazing love story. In order to do that, you need to have a great connection with your partner. The problem is that years of ups and downs can take its toll on relationships and maybe your relationship just isn’t working, which often leaves you feeling frustrated and disconnected.
(984) 265-8347 View (984) 265-8347
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Blakely Patterson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Waitlist for new clients
As a sibling of a childhood cancer survivor, I have a heart to help individuals, couples, and families when suffering interrupts life’s normal flow. My scope of practice includes, but is not limited to the following areas: trauma, anxiety, grief, OCD, relationship issues, abuse, life transitions, marital/premarital counseling, and family dynamics.
As a sibling of a childhood cancer survivor, I have a heart to help individuals, couples, and families when suffering interrupts life’s normal flow. My scope of practice includes, but is not limited to the following areas: trauma, anxiety, grief, OCD, relationship issues, abuse, life transitions, marital/premarital counseling, and family dynamics.
(919) 891-1375 View (919) 891-1375
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Mindful Counseling Professionals, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC, CAGS
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing anxiety, various losses, or grief? Do life transitions, parenting or relationship issues create challenges and worries that feel like they're constantly repeating? At Mindful Counseling Professionals, we help you strengthen emotional wellness- identifying concrete tools to change your path from survival to healing. Counseling holds intentional space for your thoughts, feelings, experiences, dreams, and the opportunities to improve your life. We prioritize collaborative, compassionate, and evidence- based care. We'll walk together as you develop healthy tools for living, celebrating change and personal growth.
Are you experiencing anxiety, various losses, or grief? Do life transitions, parenting or relationship issues create challenges and worries that feel like they're constantly repeating? At Mindful Counseling Professionals, we help you strengthen emotional wellness- identifying concrete tools to change your path from survival to healing. Counseling holds intentional space for your thoughts, feelings, experiences, dreams, and the opportunities to improve your life. We prioritize collaborative, compassionate, and evidence- based care. We'll walk together as you develop healthy tools for living, celebrating change and personal growth.
(919) 372-4676 View (919) 372-4676
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D'Elia Family Solutions, Counseling & Coaching
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist as well as a certified life coach. In 2017, I moved my practice from Brooklyn, NY to Raleigh, NC. In my counseling and coaching practice I use a solution focused approach to both traditional and non-traditional therapy services. Whether it be Premarital Coaching ahead of your wedding day or traditional therapy for individuals, couples and families, I enjoy working with my clients to help them grow into better versions of themselves.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist as well as a certified life coach. In 2017, I moved my practice from Brooklyn, NY to Raleigh, NC. In my counseling and coaching practice I use a solution focused approach to both traditional and non-traditional therapy services. Whether it be Premarital Coaching ahead of your wedding day or traditional therapy for individuals, couples and families, I enjoy working with my clients to help them grow into better versions of themselves.
(919) 642-4668 View (919) 642-4668
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JoyCare Biblical Counseling Center
Pastoral Counselor, MA, BCPC, QMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
NOTE: Immediate bookings available! JoyCare Christian Counseling in Wake Forest NC specializes in assisting individuals, couples and teens that are in need of Christian counseling modalities. Biblical and Christ-centered principles will guide your journey toward healing. Through a uniquely Christian counseling and freedom centered experience, you can receive healing for trauma, abuse, depression, feeling worthless, anxiety and communication concerns.
NOTE: Immediate bookings available! JoyCare Christian Counseling in Wake Forest NC specializes in assisting individuals, couples and teens that are in need of Christian counseling modalities. Biblical and Christ-centered principles will guide your journey toward healing. Through a uniquely Christian counseling and freedom centered experience, you can receive healing for trauma, abuse, depression, feeling worthless, anxiety and communication concerns.
(984) 207-0718 View (984) 207-0718
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Patricia C Alston
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LCAS
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
I treat adults adolescents and couples counseling.
Hi, If you are looking for an addiction specialist then you have come to the right place. I have more than 25 years experience in the addictions field. I am a native New Yorker and have been living in North Carolina for the past 18 years. I know how overwhelming it is to reach out to a therapist for the first time. It like stepping into the unknown and that can be a good thing at times. Don't allow society's stigma to stagnate you from getting the help you need I believe that counseling is a collaborative endeavor that requires me to be a non- judgmental ,honest, compassionate and caring therapist.
I treat adults adolescents and couples counseling.
Hi, If you are looking for an addiction specialist then you have come to the right place. I have more than 25 years experience in the addictions field. I am a native New Yorker and have been living in North Carolina for the past 18 years. I know how overwhelming it is to reach out to a therapist for the first time. It like stepping into the unknown and that can be a good thing at times. Don't allow society's stigma to stagnate you from getting the help you need I believe that counseling is a collaborative endeavor that requires me to be a non- judgmental ,honest, compassionate and caring therapist.
(984) 207-1782 View (984) 207-1782
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Wake Forest Peace of Mind, PLLC
MS, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
You are not alone.. You have options.. You can make healthy changes to give you peace of mind. P.O.M. sessions are conducted in a gentle, honest, down-to-earth, and resourceful way. My 20+ years of experience treating couples, adults, and kids help me to better clarify your challenge(s), identify options, and share strategies for change. Approach: Cognitive behavioral. Experienced, trained, interested in treating these challenges: Relationship/marital, adoption, military, depression, anxiety, panic, stress, anger, parenting, chronic pain, and life transitions (menopause, relocation, divorce). See: WFPeaceofMind.com
You are not alone.. You have options.. You can make healthy changes to give you peace of mind. P.O.M. sessions are conducted in a gentle, honest, down-to-earth, and resourceful way. My 20+ years of experience treating couples, adults, and kids help me to better clarify your challenge(s), identify options, and share strategies for change. Approach: Cognitive behavioral. Experienced, trained, interested in treating these challenges: Relationship/marital, adoption, military, depression, anxiety, panic, stress, anger, parenting, chronic pain, and life transitions (menopause, relocation, divorce). See: WFPeaceofMind.com
(919) 249-7192 View (919) 249-7192
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Frank Paul Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587  (Online Only)
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist comfortable working with families, couples, individuals and groups. I have experience with personal, relational, social and spiritual issues. Over the years my clients have come with a wide range of concerns, such as identity issues, depression, anxiety, stress management, physical and emotional abuse, grief, blended family adjustments, divorce, life management, situational concerns, etc. I have also been involved in a number of other activities, e.g. teaching, consulting, psychological assessment, supervising therapists in training. But, the place I am most at home is the counseling room.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist comfortable working with families, couples, individuals and groups. I have experience with personal, relational, social and spiritual issues. Over the years my clients have come with a wide range of concerns, such as identity issues, depression, anxiety, stress management, physical and emotional abuse, grief, blended family adjustments, divorce, life management, situational concerns, etc. I have also been involved in a number of other activities, e.g. teaching, consulting, psychological assessment, supervising therapists in training. But, the place I am most at home is the counseling room.
(919) 626-3450 View (919) 626-3450
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Ambreen J. Sheikh
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
My goal is to help individuals and couples increase self-awareness, improve relationships, reduce symptoms and distress level, and achieve a higher level of functioning.
I am a licensed psychologist committed to maintaining a high level of professionalism in providing quality service to my clients. I received my doctorate from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and have extensive experience in working with adults, adolescents, couples, and the elderly from all ethnic backgrounds. I view therapy as a collaborative effort to bring about constructive change.
My goal is to help individuals and couples increase self-awareness, improve relationships, reduce symptoms and distress level, and achieve a higher level of functioning.
I am a licensed psychologist committed to maintaining a high level of professionalism in providing quality service to my clients. I received my doctorate from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and have extensive experience in working with adults, adolescents, couples, and the elderly from all ethnic backgrounds. I view therapy as a collaborative effort to bring about constructive change.
(919) 562-1080 View (919) 562-1080
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Ana-Alicia Farrar Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical background has led me to work with several different populations including those experiencing homelessness, those suffering from severe and chronic mental illness, as well as those dealing with anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship issues, serious medical conditions, and substance use disorders.
Hi there! I’m Ana, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist who believes that when we learn to be kinder to ourselves in difficult moments, positive change can happen.
My clinical background has led me to work with several different populations including those experiencing homelessness, those suffering from severe and chronic mental illness, as well as those dealing with anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship issues, serious medical conditions, and substance use disorders.
Hi there! I’m Ana, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist who believes that when we learn to be kinder to ourselves in difficult moments, positive change can happen.
(571) 475-8195 View (571) 475-8195
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My-Therapist, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
We specialize in anxiety and stress management, relationship counseling, and trauma informed care.
At My-Therapist, we are a compassionate and dedicated team of licensed therapists with years of experience in the field of mental health. We are committed to helping individuals and couples achieve their emotional well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. We can help couples & families in the greater Raleigh area of North Carolina and online in North Carolina, Georgia, and Virginia.
We specialize in anxiety and stress management, relationship counseling, and trauma informed care.
At My-Therapist, we are a compassionate and dedicated team of licensed therapists with years of experience in the field of mental health. We are committed to helping individuals and couples achieve their emotional well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. We can help couples & families in the greater Raleigh area of North Carolina and online in North Carolina, Georgia, and Virginia.
(984) 224-6451 View (984) 224-6451
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Katherine E. Walker
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Twenty-five years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families.
Combining a number of evidenced-based and complementary therapeutic approaches, I work with clients to achieve a greater sense of awareness, empowerment, and develop better solutions and strategies to resolve their intrapersonal and interpersonal issues and problems. I believe that, as people become more aware and accepting of themselves, they are more capable of finding peace and contentment in their lives. Together we will work to identify goals, explore areas where you feel stuck or lost, approach it in a way that feels safe and manageable, and strive to improve resiliency, adaptability, assertiveness, and empowerment.
Twenty-five years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families.
Combining a number of evidenced-based and complementary therapeutic approaches, I work with clients to achieve a greater sense of awareness, empowerment, and develop better solutions and strategies to resolve their intrapersonal and interpersonal issues and problems. I believe that, as people become more aware and accepting of themselves, they are more capable of finding peace and contentment in their lives. Together we will work to identify goals, explore areas where you feel stuck or lost, approach it in a way that feels safe and manageable, and strive to improve resiliency, adaptability, assertiveness, and empowerment.
(919) 299-1388 View (919) 299-1388
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Katie Blasko
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Waitlist for new clients
Your romantic relationship is one of the most important relationships you’ll have in life, and although it should be no surprise you weren’t born knowing relationship tools, relationship problems can sometimes feel overwhelming and unsolvable. Some common but distressing problems include not feeling understood by your partner even when you try to explain yourself clearly, struggling to express your needs without upsetting your partner, questioning whether past trauma is playing a role in your relationship, not moving past a breach of trust, and feeling hopeless as old patterns continue in your new relationships.
Your romantic relationship is one of the most important relationships you’ll have in life, and although it should be no surprise you weren’t born knowing relationship tools, relationship problems can sometimes feel overwhelming and unsolvable. Some common but distressing problems include not feeling understood by your partner even when you try to explain yourself clearly, struggling to express your needs without upsetting your partner, questioning whether past trauma is playing a role in your relationship, not moving past a breach of trust, and feeling hopeless as old patterns continue in your new relationships.
(984) 231-9287 View (984) 231-9287
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Sandy Sala
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Examples of issues that may be a focus of treatment include improving coping skills, promoting self-awareness, exploring choices, achieving goals, and enhancing relationship skills.
My work with clients uses a collaborative, person-centered approach that is uniquely adapted to address presenting concerns and symptom presentation. I utilize strategies grounded in evidence-based theoretical approaches from cognitive, behavioral, dialectical, and solution-focused orientations. Treatment goals and objectives are developed together with the client and periodically reviewed for progress in a safe, supportive environment.
Examples of issues that may be a focus of treatment include improving coping skills, promoting self-awareness, exploring choices, achieving goals, and enhancing relationship skills.
My work with clients uses a collaborative, person-centered approach that is uniquely adapted to address presenting concerns and symptom presentation. I utilize strategies grounded in evidence-based theoretical approaches from cognitive, behavioral, dialectical, and solution-focused orientations. Treatment goals and objectives are developed together with the client and periodically reviewed for progress in a safe, supportive environment.
(919) 813-7287 View (919) 813-7287
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Patty Roberts
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Patty believes that therapy is a professional, confidential, working relationship between a client and therapist, one of which is based on trust, respect, and commitment to work together toward your identified goals.
Patty Roberts is the former owner of Patricia G. Roberts, LLC, a private counseling practice in Raleigh, NC where she worked with individuals, adolescents, young adults, and the aging population. Prior to private counseling, Patty worked for and retired from Wake County Public School System as a mental health counselor at Leesville Road High School. Patty’s approach is holistic, believing there are psychological, emotional, biological, social, interpersonal, and spiritual dimensions to your problematic behaviors. She uses the most current and effective research-based approaches in working with her clients who experience
Patty believes that therapy is a professional, confidential, working relationship between a client and therapist, one of which is based on trust, respect, and commitment to work together toward your identified goals.
Patty Roberts is the former owner of Patricia G. Roberts, LLC, a private counseling practice in Raleigh, NC where she worked with individuals, adolescents, young adults, and the aging population. Prior to private counseling, Patty worked for and retired from Wake County Public School System as a mental health counselor at Leesville Road High School. Patty’s approach is holistic, believing there are psychological, emotional, biological, social, interpersonal, and spiritual dimensions to your problematic behaviors. She uses the most current and effective research-based approaches in working with her clients who experience
(984) 217-4531 View (984) 217-4531
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Susan H White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
I work with a diverse population of clients- individuals, families, teens and couples.
My passion is helping people uncover the best version of themselves. I believe that we all have unlimited potential once we figure out how to harness our strengths. The challenges that we face in life are part of what prepares us to become the person we are meant to be. But the struggle can be hard and lonely. Maybe you've lost sight of your purpose, or your goals. Maybe you're struggling to feel connected, Maybe you're exhausted and overwhelmed by the demands of life. Maybe trauma is disrupting your your wellness. No matter what difficult season you are in, hope lies on the other side. You've taken the first step!
I work with a diverse population of clients- individuals, families, teens and couples.
My passion is helping people uncover the best version of themselves. I believe that we all have unlimited potential once we figure out how to harness our strengths. The challenges that we face in life are part of what prepares us to become the person we are meant to be. But the struggle can be hard and lonely. Maybe you've lost sight of your purpose, or your goals. Maybe you're struggling to feel connected, Maybe you're exhausted and overwhelmed by the demands of life. Maybe trauma is disrupting your your wellness. No matter what difficult season you are in, hope lies on the other side. You've taken the first step!
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Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.