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Michelle Geiser
Counselor, NBCC, LCMHC, LCAS, CSI
Verified Verified
Each person's therapeutic journey is unique. The biggest step is the willingness and desire to seek help, especially when things are difficult. Openness and engagement are the pillars of a strong therapeutic relationship. My clinical practice focuses on the needs of the client. Allowing your needs to guide the treatment process. Determining which pathways work best for your needs.
Each person's therapeutic journey is unique. The biggest step is the willingness and desire to seek help, especially when things are difficult. Openness and engagement are the pillars of a strong therapeutic relationship. My clinical practice focuses on the needs of the client. Allowing your needs to guide the treatment process. Determining which pathways work best for your needs.
(828) 330-9255 View (828) 330-9255
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Brett Maher
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27502
I believe in compassionate care and taking time building a relationship based on trust and understanding.
Are you feeling like your life needs a change but you are not sure where to start? It seems, as life becomes more complex, more and more people are suffering from the devastating effects of stress, depression and anxiety and can benefit from the support and insight that therapy provides. I am a NC Licensed Psychologist working clinically with a wide range of ages and issues. I've worked in the field for 20 years, in schools, day treatment, and the private practice setting with adults, families, couples and children; focusing on adjustment difficulties, relationship problems, childhood abuse and maladaptive coping.
I believe in compassionate care and taking time building a relationship based on trust and understanding.
Are you feeling like your life needs a change but you are not sure where to start? It seems, as life becomes more complex, more and more people are suffering from the devastating effects of stress, depression and anxiety and can benefit from the support and insight that therapy provides. I am a NC Licensed Psychologist working clinically with a wide range of ages and issues. I've worked in the field for 20 years, in schools, day treatment, and the private practice setting with adults, families, couples and children; focusing on adjustment difficulties, relationship problems, childhood abuse and maladaptive coping.
(919) 429-8751 View (919) 429-8751
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Conne Marshall
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Winston Salem, NC 27101
By fostering the client-clinician relationship, building upon the client’s strengths, and finding the key to each unique individual an increase in self-compassion and healing can happen.
It is with great pleasure that I am here to join you along your journey of discovering the many possibilities of living your most desirable life. I firmly believe through listening, empathy, and compassion I can provide a safe space to allow for healing, trust, and growth. I approach each client’s unique personality and concerns with an underpinning of Client Centered Therapy as well as an eclectic orientation implementing a variety of techniques such as Family Systems Theory, CBT, DBT, Adlerian, Existential, Motivational Interviewing, and Creative Arts Therapy.
By fostering the client-clinician relationship, building upon the client’s strengths, and finding the key to each unique individual an increase in self-compassion and healing can happen.
It is with great pleasure that I am here to join you along your journey of discovering the many possibilities of living your most desirable life. I firmly believe through listening, empathy, and compassion I can provide a safe space to allow for healing, trust, and growth. I approach each client’s unique personality and concerns with an underpinning of Client Centered Therapy as well as an eclectic orientation implementing a variety of techniques such as Family Systems Theory, CBT, DBT, Adlerian, Existential, Motivational Interviewing, and Creative Arts Therapy.
(336) 864-9122 View (336) 864-9122
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Kaylee Bynum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Moyock, NC 27958
I believe in a collaborative relationship that empowers, emboldens, & inspires lifelong change.
I provide a full range of psychotherapy services that guide individuals in reaching their potential & discovering a life that thrives, not just survives. Using personally tailored techniques and therapeutic approaches, I help clients get "unstuck" and experience joy. I work with those experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, marital issues, parenting issues, career indecision, behavioral problems, and more. I offer concrete tools that allow individuals to meet their unique goals and dreams. If I am unable to meet your. needs, I will make sure I find the perfect fit from our 14 other providers.
I believe in a collaborative relationship that empowers, emboldens, & inspires lifelong change.
I provide a full range of psychotherapy services that guide individuals in reaching their potential & discovering a life that thrives, not just survives. Using personally tailored techniques and therapeutic approaches, I help clients get "unstuck" and experience joy. I work with those experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, marital issues, parenting issues, career indecision, behavioral problems, and more. I offer concrete tools that allow individuals to meet their unique goals and dreams. If I am unable to meet your. needs, I will make sure I find the perfect fit from our 14 other providers.
(252) 302-2324 View (252) 302-2324
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Sachi Mehta
Psychological Associate, PsyD, LPA, HSP-PA
Verified Verified
Cornelius, NC 28031
In therapy, I respect that you are sharing something significant and I honour that within the therapeutic relationship.
I have been working with children and adults of all ages in individual therapy / family therapy and play therapy for over 24 years. My expertise is in the areas of working with anxiety, depression, psychosis, grief, suicide, complex trauma, relationship concerns, developmental concerns for all ages, PTSD, dementia, and diversity issues. I specialize in comprehensive neuropsychological and diagnostic assessment for Autism, ADHD, Personality, medical necessity, forensic, fitness for duty, educational, TBI, dementia, etc. I speak several languages and have won several awards for multicultural and diversity focused work.
In therapy, I respect that you are sharing something significant and I honour that within the therapeutic relationship.
I have been working with children and adults of all ages in individual therapy / family therapy and play therapy for over 24 years. My expertise is in the areas of working with anxiety, depression, psychosis, grief, suicide, complex trauma, relationship concerns, developmental concerns for all ages, PTSD, dementia, and diversity issues. I specialize in comprehensive neuropsychological and diagnostic assessment for Autism, ADHD, Personality, medical necessity, forensic, fitness for duty, educational, TBI, dementia, etc. I speak several languages and have won several awards for multicultural and diversity focused work.
(704) 271-1997 View (704) 271-1997
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Sun Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS, RPT, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210
We can help! We are committed to building a relationship with you in order to navigate your story.
We can all benefit from gaining insights, learning skills, and having “tune-ups” along the way. If you’re feeling stuck, struggling with how you feel about yourself or in relationship with someone, experiencing unwanted or intrusive thoughts or memories from a past experience, ruminating on negative thoughts or beliefs, feeling anxious or depressive symptoms, or struggling in your relationship with food or your body, you don’t have to walk through it alone! We are a consortium of providers who can help. We see all ages and have mental health therapy, nutrition services, and integrative wellness offerings.
We can help! We are committed to building a relationship with you in order to navigate your story.
We can all benefit from gaining insights, learning skills, and having “tune-ups” along the way. If you’re feeling stuck, struggling with how you feel about yourself or in relationship with someone, experiencing unwanted or intrusive thoughts or memories from a past experience, ruminating on negative thoughts or beliefs, feeling anxious or depressive symptoms, or struggling in your relationship with food or your body, you don’t have to walk through it alone! We are a consortium of providers who can help. We see all ages and have mental health therapy, nutrition services, and integrative wellness offerings.
(704) 981-8261 View (704) 981-8261
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Lisa Lavelle Bowen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28803  (Online Only)
Whatever the issue, I can help with healing from trauma and grief, cope with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, cope with mental disorders or other difficulties you, your child, your spouse, your significant other or family may be facing.
My specialties are trauma, anxiety, depression. 22 yrs experience counseling adolescents, adults, couples and families. I do supportive listening, accepting, understanding and compassionate counseling to help problem solve together and cope to focus on healing. Kinds of therapy I do: CBT, DBT, REBT, Art therapy, Play therapy and Christian counseling. Experience: worked with World Trade Center 9/11 survivors, survivors of torture, in a psychiatric hospital, an outpatient clinic, as a clinical supervisor, as a school based therapist, counseled military, their spouses & children at bases in USA, Europe and Japan and private practice.
Whatever the issue, I can help with healing from trauma and grief, cope with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, cope with mental disorders or other difficulties you, your child, your spouse, your significant other or family may be facing.
My specialties are trauma, anxiety, depression. 22 yrs experience counseling adolescents, adults, couples and families. I do supportive listening, accepting, understanding and compassionate counseling to help problem solve together and cope to focus on healing. Kinds of therapy I do: CBT, DBT, REBT, Art therapy, Play therapy and Christian counseling. Experience: worked with World Trade Center 9/11 survivors, survivors of torture, in a psychiatric hospital, an outpatient clinic, as a clinical supervisor, as a school based therapist, counseled military, their spouses & children at bases in USA, Europe and Japan and private practice.
(828) 360-8820 View (828) 360-8820
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Destiny Counseling Connection, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Garner, NC 27529
In-order to be successful it requires the client and the professional build an honest trustworthy relationship to ensure the client achieves their goals.
I counsel children, adults and families. I'm a solutions based Christian Counselor that offers many specialties for those who are in need of counseling for Outpatient Behavioral Health Issues, Learning Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and many other Disorders. Call for specific issues you are needing and we can help you determine if we treat your needs.
In-order to be successful it requires the client and the professional build an honest trustworthy relationship to ensure the client achieves their goals.
I counsel children, adults and families. I'm a solutions based Christian Counselor that offers many specialties for those who are in need of counseling for Outpatient Behavioral Health Issues, Learning Disorders, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and many other Disorders. Call for specific issues you are needing and we can help you determine if we treat your needs.
(919) 608-8259 View (919) 608-8259
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DC Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MS/P, NCC
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
 She pursues a safe, ethical, and consistent relationship with her clients while challenging the client to observe how the client’s thinking impacts their world.
Damaris works as an outpatient/school-based counselor providing services to both children and adults in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language (ASL). Damaris loves to listen to people and guide them to identify and build their strengths on what they truly love. Some of the issues she currently addresses include understanding and managing anxiety, defiant behaviors, bipolar disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), as well as navigating new mental health and physical health diagnosis, grief or divorce.
 She pursues a safe, ethical, and consistent relationship with her clients while challenging the client to observe how the client’s thinking impacts their world.
Damaris works as an outpatient/school-based counselor providing services to both children and adults in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language (ASL). Damaris loves to listen to people and guide them to identify and build their strengths on what they truly love. Some of the issues she currently addresses include understanding and managing anxiety, defiant behaviors, bipolar disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), as well as navigating new mental health and physical health diagnosis, grief or divorce.
(828) 385-5535 View (828) 385-5535
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Amanda L Nielsen - Feagin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, NC 28304
Waitlist for new clients
My focus is helping and healing His people, no matter if it is a relationship issue or a rape from 20 years ago.
I created Purple Paws, PLLC as a business and ministry. My life, and business, are committed to serving Christ. I incorporate Biblical principles with psychological techniques and theory in my assessment and treatment.
My focus is helping and healing His people, no matter if it is a relationship issue or a rape from 20 years ago.
I created Purple Paws, PLLC as a business and ministry. My life, and business, are committed to serving Christ. I incorporate Biblical principles with psychological techniques and theory in my assessment and treatment.
(910) 405-7822 View (910) 405-7822
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A Peace of Mind Family Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27609
APMFC offers a variety of services such as individual child/adult therapy, couples and family therapy and specialize in Childhood Disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorder ODD, ADHD, Autism, Depression, Mood Disorder, Trauma/ PTSD, Occupational Stress, Grief/Loss, Family Relationship Conflict, Family Reunification Therapy, Blended Family Therapy etc.
A Peace of Mind Family Counseling (APMFC) is dedicated to providing comprehensive therapy services to individuals, children, teenagers, and families residing in Raleigh, N.C., and its neighboring areas. I am committed to supporting my clients through a wide range of challenges and have specialized expertise in addressing various concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, childhood disorders, ADHD, autism, and more. At APMFC, I recognize that every person's journey is unique. With over 12 years of clinical experience I believe in approaching each client with compassion, empathy, and respect.
APMFC offers a variety of services such as individual child/adult therapy, couples and family therapy and specialize in Childhood Disorders, Oppositional Defiant Disorder ODD, ADHD, Autism, Depression, Mood Disorder, Trauma/ PTSD, Occupational Stress, Grief/Loss, Family Relationship Conflict, Family Reunification Therapy, Blended Family Therapy etc.
A Peace of Mind Family Counseling (APMFC) is dedicated to providing comprehensive therapy services to individuals, children, teenagers, and families residing in Raleigh, N.C., and its neighboring areas. I am committed to supporting my clients through a wide range of challenges and have specialized expertise in addressing various concerns, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, childhood disorders, ADHD, autism, and more. At APMFC, I recognize that every person's journey is unique. With over 12 years of clinical experience I believe in approaching each client with compassion, empathy, and respect.
(919) 251-6628 View (919) 251-6628
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Brittany Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28403
Waitlist for new clients
I have a passion for working with clients who are struggling with trauma, depression and relationship/family stress.
"The world breaks everyone, but some are strong at the broken places." -Ernest Hemingway. We all encounter challenges from time to time that seem to break us but with support we can strengthen the broken places to become whole again. If you are facing challenges in life with PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges or parenting needs I will help come alongside you to find the strength to heal and become whole again. I work with individuals of all ages (0-adult) as well as families. I take a holistic client centered approach to therapy.
I have a passion for working with clients who are struggling with trauma, depression and relationship/family stress.
"The world breaks everyone, but some are strong at the broken places." -Ernest Hemingway. We all encounter challenges from time to time that seem to break us but with support we can strengthen the broken places to become whole again. If you are facing challenges in life with PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges or parenting needs I will help come alongside you to find the strength to heal and become whole again. I work with individuals of all ages (0-adult) as well as families. I take a holistic client centered approach to therapy.
(910) 405-8825 View (910) 405-8825
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Nicole Anzalone
Counselor, MS, NCC, LMHC, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28273  (Online Only)
My specialty areas include working with people with a mental health diagnoses, as well as counseling those who need help with life transitions, daily stressors, and/or relationship difficulties.
Welcome! I am licensed in both NY, NC, and SC w/ 12 yrs of professional work experience. I have worked in a variety of settings such as school settings, substance abuse facilities, outpatient facilities, inpatient/hospital behavioral health units, crisis call centers, & private practice settings. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, as well as a variety of other life stressors. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear or judgement.
My specialty areas include working with people with a mental health diagnoses, as well as counseling those who need help with life transitions, daily stressors, and/or relationship difficulties.
Welcome! I am licensed in both NY, NC, and SC w/ 12 yrs of professional work experience. I have worked in a variety of settings such as school settings, substance abuse facilities, outpatient facilities, inpatient/hospital behavioral health units, crisis call centers, & private practice settings. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, as well as a variety of other life stressors. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear or judgement.
(845) 583-0674 View (845) 583-0674
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Jarrard Counseling Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Life is a journey, full of complex relationships and events that we all strive to understand and live with. Life can become complicated by traumas and relationships, as well as from internal struggles, such as anxiety or depression. Without help, these complications can leave us struggling to cope. I believe we all deserve happiness and understanding as we travel this journey, whatever complexities we face.
Life is a journey, full of complex relationships and events that we all strive to understand and live with. Life can become complicated by traumas and relationships, as well as from internal struggles, such as anxiety or depression. Without help, these complications can leave us struggling to cope. I believe we all deserve happiness and understanding as we travel this journey, whatever complexities we face.
(828) 395-1061 View (828) 395-1061
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Christina L Stakely
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, NC 28546
My extensive experience includes working with service members/veterans and their families as well as children ages birth-five and their families. I enjoy working with adults with infertility issues and women or men who have experienced sexual trauma. I also work with adolescents who have different mental health challenges. My desire is to help you and your family learn how to express who you are and to experience growth. I hope to help you and your family with developing good intuition, creating healthy connections, and becoming more of your authentic self (selves). I want you to experience more joy and peace within your life.
My extensive experience includes working with service members/veterans and their families as well as children ages birth-five and their families. I enjoy working with adults with infertility issues and women or men who have experienced sexual trauma. I also work with adolescents who have different mental health challenges. My desire is to help you and your family learn how to express who you are and to experience growth. I hope to help you and your family with developing good intuition, creating healthy connections, and becoming more of your authentic self (selves). I want you to experience more joy and peace within your life.
(910) 387-4267 View (910) 387-4267
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New Life Counseling Center, PLLC
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27103
New Life Counseling Center offers exceptional therapy services to residents of the Triad and surrounding areas. We are a private, group practice featuring therapists who specialize in Professional Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy. It is our goal to retain only the best and most professional therapists to ensure that each and every client is treated with respect and care! It's our shared mission to provide top-notch mental health services available in a pleasant, professional setting. We take the extra time to learn about you so that we can match you up with the therapist who will be the best fit for your needs.
New Life Counseling Center offers exceptional therapy services to residents of the Triad and surrounding areas. We are a private, group practice featuring therapists who specialize in Professional Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy. It is our goal to retain only the best and most professional therapists to ensure that each and every client is treated with respect and care! It's our shared mission to provide top-notch mental health services available in a pleasant, professional setting. We take the extra time to learn about you so that we can match you up with the therapist who will be the best fit for your needs.
(336) 439-3376 View (336) 439-3376
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Tabitha Foster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, NC 28304
Immediate openings, including evenings and Saturday time slots still available! If you feel like you want to make some changes in your life, but need to talk through it with someone, we would love the opportunity to help. The therapists at Relax and Release work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. We use a variety of approaches to assist individuals and the therapy style is always flexible. If progress is not happening, we reevaluate and adjust the approach accordingly.
Immediate openings, including evenings and Saturday time slots still available! If you feel like you want to make some changes in your life, but need to talk through it with someone, we would love the opportunity to help. The therapists at Relax and Release work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. We use a variety of approaches to assist individuals and the therapy style is always flexible. If progress is not happening, we reevaluate and adjust the approach accordingly.
(910) 672-7149 View (910) 672-7149
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Dawn White
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC, RPT, EFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wadesboro, NC 28170
As an LPC, I work with individuals, couples and families to address their areas of distress and concern using primarily cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy, psychotherapy, and employing art and play therapy techniques. It is a great honor and privilege to be trusted to work with individuals, couples and families to help restore a healthy balance and to begin to help people transform their lives into feeling a greater sense of purpose and productivity. I provide programs for community groups on anxiety/depression, parenting, and grief/loss. Areas of specialization include women's issues, children, adolescents, couples and families.
As an LPC, I work with individuals, couples and families to address their areas of distress and concern using primarily cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy, psychotherapy, and employing art and play therapy techniques. It is a great honor and privilege to be trusted to work with individuals, couples and families to help restore a healthy balance and to begin to help people transform their lives into feeling a greater sense of purpose and productivity. I provide programs for community groups on anxiety/depression, parenting, and grief/loss. Areas of specialization include women's issues, children, adolescents, couples and families.
(843) 376-5807 View (843) 376-5807
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Living Anew Wellness Center, PLLC
MSCC, LCMHC-S, TCMHC, LCAS-A, CCDVC
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, NC 28306
Life challenges can become, so overwhelming it seems unbearable. "Are you facing challenges and feeling like you just cannot get a break in life?" Having a few major life challenges of my own, I can identify and empathize with your feelings. With compassion and understanding, I work with clients to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
Life challenges can become, so overwhelming it seems unbearable. "Are you facing challenges and feeling like you just cannot get a break in life?" Having a few major life challenges of my own, I can identify and empathize with your feelings. With compassion and understanding, I work with clients to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
(910) 304-4219 View (910) 304-4219
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Nicole Heller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27106  (Online Only)
Seeking therapy is not a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength. Making your mental health a priority is one of the strongest things you can do for yourself. My number one goal as a therapist is to help you learn healthy ways to navigate difficult emotions and situations. Everyone needs and deserves a safe space to vent, brainstorm and ask for help without judgment. My job is to offer a different perspective to your current struggles and challenge you to build more effective ways of dealing with tough emotions & life changes.
Seeking therapy is not a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength. Making your mental health a priority is one of the strongest things you can do for yourself. My number one goal as a therapist is to help you learn healthy ways to navigate difficult emotions and situations. Everyone needs and deserves a safe space to vent, brainstorm and ask for help without judgment. My job is to offer a different perspective to your current struggles and challenge you to build more effective ways of dealing with tough emotions & life changes.
(336) 803-7983 View (336) 803-7983
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While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.