Relationship Issues Therapists in 27539

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Jasmin K Ahluwalia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CST, L2 IFST, L1 CGT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27539  (Online Only)
I have experience working with diverse populations, including the LGBTQIA+ community, people of color, those who have experienced trauma, individuals exploring sexual and gender identity, & those with alternative relationship structures.
“You are perfect the way you are and you can always grow and do better” This statement is central to my approach and the kind of space I create for my clients. Life can be challenging, overwhelming, and stressful, but self-acceptance and self-love free us to build the skills we need to cope with relationships, family, work, and life. This journey is not easy. It requires self-reflection, awareness, exploration of thoughts and feelings, and a willingness to change. As a therapist, I believe that our mental health, sex life, and relationships are all interconnected and approach therapy from a holistic perspective.
I have experience working with diverse populations, including the LGBTQIA+ community, people of color, those who have experienced trauma, individuals exploring sexual and gender identity, & those with alternative relationship structures.
“You are perfect the way you are and you can always grow and do better” This statement is central to my approach and the kind of space I create for my clients. Life can be challenging, overwhelming, and stressful, but self-acceptance and self-love free us to build the skills we need to cope with relationships, family, work, and life. This journey is not easy. It requires self-reflection, awareness, exploration of thoughts and feelings, and a willingness to change. As a therapist, I believe that our mental health, sex life, and relationships are all interconnected and approach therapy from a holistic perspective.
(984) 459-7635 View (984) 459-7635
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Kathleen Sheffield
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539
Offering Relationship Intensives & Pre-Marital Retreats & Sessions! Whether you're navigating a life transition or looking for a change in some area of your life, counseling can provide long term relief and insight.You may notice mental fatigue/fog, intrusive thoughts, self-doubt, difficulty communicating needs, conflict in relationships, chronic pain, difficulty sleeping, or just feel stuck. Learning about the mind-body connection, learn how life events impact our wellbeing, exploring practical strategies for coping, communicating, and connecting. Regain balance and connection with self and others.
Offering Relationship Intensives & Pre-Marital Retreats & Sessions! Whether you're navigating a life transition or looking for a change in some area of your life, counseling can provide long term relief and insight.You may notice mental fatigue/fog, intrusive thoughts, self-doubt, difficulty communicating needs, conflict in relationships, chronic pain, difficulty sleeping, or just feel stuck. Learning about the mind-body connection, learn how life events impact our wellbeing, exploring practical strategies for coping, communicating, and connecting. Regain balance and connection with self and others.
(919) 646-6874 View (919) 646-6874
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Michelle Beckmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27539  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, feeling down and hopeless, or not feeling good about yourself? Are you having difficulty with a major life transition or with problems in your relationship? If you are feeling “stuck” in life right now I can help you overcome these feelings, life challenges or relationship difficulties. Feeling unfulfilled or unhappy in life can leave you feeling drained, angry, resentful, or even betrayed. I understand how difficult life can be and have empathy and compassion for people yearning to feel better. My passion is helping people work through hardships, heartache and to become happy in life.
Are you struggling with anxiety, feeling down and hopeless, or not feeling good about yourself? Are you having difficulty with a major life transition or with problems in your relationship? If you are feeling “stuck” in life right now I can help you overcome these feelings, life challenges or relationship difficulties. Feeling unfulfilled or unhappy in life can leave you feeling drained, angry, resentful, or even betrayed. I understand how difficult life can be and have empathy and compassion for people yearning to feel better. My passion is helping people work through hardships, heartache and to become happy in life.
(984) 204-7112 View (984) 204-7112
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MBS Restorative Centre PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539  (Online Only)
MBS philosophy is therapy should be tailored to each individual client needs, and that the establishment of a trusting client/therapist relationship is a key element to bringing about effective change.
Has life challenges, left you feeling overwhelm, unable to cope? MBS Restorative Centre employs a holistic approach of psycho-therapy counseling by incorporating the mind, body and spirit. Strength is the ability to recognize when to ask for help as asking for helping is the number one coping skill MBS Restorative Centre is a three clinicians, you can visit our website at MBs Restorative Centre Instagram.
MBS philosophy is therapy should be tailored to each individual client needs, and that the establishment of a trusting client/therapist relationship is a key element to bringing about effective change.
Has life challenges, left you feeling overwhelm, unable to cope? MBS Restorative Centre employs a holistic approach of psycho-therapy counseling by incorporating the mind, body and spirit. Strength is the ability to recognize when to ask for help as asking for helping is the number one coping skill MBS Restorative Centre is a three clinicians, you can visit our website at MBs Restorative Centre Instagram.
(919) 336-0334 View (919) 336-0334
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Tiffany Mosley
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539
Tiffany Mosley is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2023. Tiffany provides a safe and inviting approach to achieve mental wellness for her clients. She encourages a symbiotic relationship with her clients using evidence-based practices which promote a holistic approach to healing. Tiffany will work through challenges, trauma, and behavior patterns with clients to help improve the quality of life that they seek. In her free time, Tiffany enjoys the outdoors, camping, gardening, and water activities. She also loves cooking and traveling.
Tiffany Mosley is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2023. Tiffany provides a safe and inviting approach to achieve mental wellness for her clients. She encourages a symbiotic relationship with her clients using evidence-based practices which promote a holistic approach to healing. Tiffany will work through challenges, trauma, and behavior patterns with clients to help improve the quality of life that they seek. In her free time, Tiffany enjoys the outdoors, camping, gardening, and water activities. She also loves cooking and traveling.
(984) 355-9604 View (984) 355-9604
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Carolina Counseling Services - Fuquay-Varina, NC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539
If you are feeling held back by concerns such as; relationship conflicts, child behavioral problems, depression, anxiety, extreme worry, mood changes, irritability, hopelessness, grief etc.
Finding the right therapist for you can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be. CCS is proud to have two locations in Fuquay-Varina as well as a number of knowledgeable contracted therapists that can help you with what may be holding you back. Our independently contracted therapists enjoy working with couples, adults, teens and children.
If you are feeling held back by concerns such as; relationship conflicts, child behavioral problems, depression, anxiety, extreme worry, mood changes, irritability, hopelessness, grief etc.
Finding the right therapist for you can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be. CCS is proud to have two locations in Fuquay-Varina as well as a number of knowledgeable contracted therapists that can help you with what may be holding you back. Our independently contracted therapists enjoy working with couples, adults, teens and children.
(919) 887-1100 View (919) 887-1100
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Gina Roberts
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, RYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27539
Recognizing that not all of one’s deepest pain and longing is merely personal, but arises in relationship to the bias, prejudice, and privilege of the dominant culture, I am committed to honoring the dignity, diversity, courage, and shared humanity of all who seek my services.
Whether hope or discouragement bring you to this site, it is my privilege to offer you a sanctuary of solace, deep listening, and confidential guidance. Maybe you feel stuck or directionless? Are you needing support and guidance through a life transition, grief, illness, a troubled relationship, spiritual crisis or broken dreams? Whatever your concerns -- past or present, large or small, clear or vaguely defined, personal or interpersonal -- our experience together is designed to help you discover the inherent possibility, healing & change available to you as you embrace life more fully from the wisdom of who you truly are.
Recognizing that not all of one’s deepest pain and longing is merely personal, but arises in relationship to the bias, prejudice, and privilege of the dominant culture, I am committed to honoring the dignity, diversity, courage, and shared humanity of all who seek my services.
Whether hope or discouragement bring you to this site, it is my privilege to offer you a sanctuary of solace, deep listening, and confidential guidance. Maybe you feel stuck or directionless? Are you needing support and guidance through a life transition, grief, illness, a troubled relationship, spiritual crisis or broken dreams? Whatever your concerns -- past or present, large or small, clear or vaguely defined, personal or interpersonal -- our experience together is designed to help you discover the inherent possibility, healing & change available to you as you embrace life more fully from the wisdom of who you truly are.
(919) 813-7285 View (919) 813-7285
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Resilient Counseling, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27539
Additionally, Angela works individually with adults experiencing divorce/relationship problems, depression, anxiety/stress, addictions, stress related medical conditions, and chronic pain.
Angela S. McLean, LMFT works with individual clients as well as couples and whole families and specializes in helping people find peace in the midst of constant change and daily chaos. Individual sessions are designed to help clients develop the ability to maintain an inner tranquility that is not easily affected by outside circumstances or pressures. Couples and families work to build a strong foundation and lasting, satisfying relationships. If you are looking for peace within yourself, your marriage, or your home, contact Angela today.
Additionally, Angela works individually with adults experiencing divorce/relationship problems, depression, anxiety/stress, addictions, stress related medical conditions, and chronic pain.
Angela S. McLean, LMFT works with individual clients as well as couples and whole families and specializes in helping people find peace in the midst of constant change and daily chaos. Individual sessions are designed to help clients develop the ability to maintain an inner tranquility that is not easily affected by outside circumstances or pressures. Couples and families work to build a strong foundation and lasting, satisfying relationships. If you are looking for peace within yourself, your marriage, or your home, contact Angela today.
(919) 234-5149 View (919) 234-5149
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Sookia Staggers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539
I work with children, teens, adults, and couples facing a range of issues including deployment, anxiety, ADHD, foster care/adoption, stress management, life transitions, work/life balance, grief and loss, as well as family and relationship difficulties.
Are you looking for a supportive environment where you can explore your feelings, thoughts, and behavior patterns without fear of judgment? As a therapist, I recognize that the decision to enter therapy is often not an easy choice. My goal is to create a supportive, confidential, and safe environment where goals and solutions can be explored. My approach is warm and professional. I believe in building on your existing strengths and helping you to develop new strengths as well.
I work with children, teens, adults, and couples facing a range of issues including deployment, anxiety, ADHD, foster care/adoption, stress management, life transitions, work/life balance, grief and loss, as well as family and relationship difficulties.
Are you looking for a supportive environment where you can explore your feelings, thoughts, and behavior patterns without fear of judgment? As a therapist, I recognize that the decision to enter therapy is often not an easy choice. My goal is to create a supportive, confidential, and safe environment where goals and solutions can be explored. My approach is warm and professional. I believe in building on your existing strengths and helping you to develop new strengths as well.
(919) 439-1394 View (919) 439-1394
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Diane Myers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCA, MA
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27539
Need more balance in your life? I love to help people reconnect with life, to find that inner peace and calm in the day to day. I offer services that are faith-based or secular in theory. I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, along with Mindfulness, EMDR and Dialectical Behavior Therapy approaches (DBT). I am a board certified Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in NC. I enjoy working with individuals and couples. I specialize in working with those suffering with depression, anger management issues, anxiety, trauma-big or small, and marital, parenting and other relationship issues.
Need more balance in your life? I love to help people reconnect with life, to find that inner peace and calm in the day to day. I offer services that are faith-based or secular in theory. I use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach, along with Mindfulness, EMDR and Dialectical Behavior Therapy approaches (DBT). I am a board certified Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in NC. I enjoy working with individuals and couples. I specialize in working with those suffering with depression, anger management issues, anxiety, trauma-big or small, and marital, parenting and other relationship issues.
(919) 729-5343 View (919) 729-5343
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Lindsay Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539  (Online Only)
I work well with clients struggling with mood disorders, grief/loss, low self esteem, body image distress, life transitions, relationship difficulty, and those wanting health/life coaching.
Accepting new clients! Are you seeking change in your life, feeling depressed and unmotivated, or need a safe space for personal growth and discovery? Choosing to go to therapy takes courage and picking a therapist who you feel is a good fit for you can be a daunting task. I believe that the therapeutic process works best as a collaborative effort and that together we can make lasting changes. I feel strongly that balancing acceptance and change is valuable in this work and that clients can have both.
I work well with clients struggling with mood disorders, grief/loss, low self esteem, body image distress, life transitions, relationship difficulty, and those wanting health/life coaching.
Accepting new clients! Are you seeking change in your life, feeling depressed and unmotivated, or need a safe space for personal growth and discovery? Choosing to go to therapy takes courage and picking a therapist who you feel is a good fit for you can be a daunting task. I believe that the therapeutic process works best as a collaborative effort and that together we can make lasting changes. I feel strongly that balancing acceptance and change is valuable in this work and that clients can have both.
(919) 636-6358 View (919) 636-6358
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Perfectionists People Pleasers And Emdr Paige Mauceri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539  (Online Only)
I also specialize in grief & loss which can include traumatic loss, anticipatory grief, pet loss, as well as the loss of a relationship.
I specialize in working with high achievers, people pleasers and perfectionists. In friendships, relationships, and/or at work you’re feeling like you’re never quite “good enough.” You want to feel better but you continue to be held back by your past. What if you could finally relax, have more ease and confidence? What if you could feel more joy in your life? Maybe you’ve recently experienced a major life change. These can be especially tough while also navigating relationships, friendships, your family-of-origin, and (most importantly) the relationship with yourself.
I also specialize in grief & loss which can include traumatic loss, anticipatory grief, pet loss, as well as the loss of a relationship.
I specialize in working with high achievers, people pleasers and perfectionists. In friendships, relationships, and/or at work you’re feeling like you’re never quite “good enough.” You want to feel better but you continue to be held back by your past. What if you could finally relax, have more ease and confidence? What if you could feel more joy in your life? Maybe you’ve recently experienced a major life change. These can be especially tough while also navigating relationships, friendships, your family-of-origin, and (most importantly) the relationship with yourself.
(919) 849-3919 View (919) 849-3919
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Christina Collins
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539
Christina is a LCMHC and has been practicing since 2009. She serves adults presenting with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, grief, depression, adjustment, life and career direction, and relationship issues. Additionally, she has experience servicing those undergoing physical health challenges, including cancer, and journeying with them through grief and adjustment.
Christina is a LCMHC and has been practicing since 2009. She serves adults presenting with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, grief, depression, adjustment, life and career direction, and relationship issues. Additionally, she has experience servicing those undergoing physical health challenges, including cancer, and journeying with them through grief and adjustment.
(605) 574-1098 View (605) 574-1098
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Valerie L Schwiebert
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539
Struggling to find happiness & fulfillment? Experiencing grief, depression, anxiety, & stress? Coping skills not working? Need a safe place to share your struggles? Counseling provides a nonjudgmental place to identify your strengths & challenges, develop self-understanding & insight, learn new skills & strategies, and implement a plan to achieve your goals. I am a NC Licensed Professional Counselor with 30+ years of experience. I believe developing a strong & trusting relationship is the basis of effective counseling. We will work to understand life from your perspective. My approach is person-centered, holistic, & eclectic.
Struggling to find happiness & fulfillment? Experiencing grief, depression, anxiety, & stress? Coping skills not working? Need a safe place to share your struggles? Counseling provides a nonjudgmental place to identify your strengths & challenges, develop self-understanding & insight, learn new skills & strategies, and implement a plan to achieve your goals. I am a NC Licensed Professional Counselor with 30+ years of experience. I believe developing a strong & trusting relationship is the basis of effective counseling. We will work to understand life from your perspective. My approach is person-centered, holistic, & eclectic.
(984) 205-0963 View (984) 205-0963
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Peace By Piece Counseling Services PLLC
Counselor, MS, NCC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539
Whether you are depressed, feeling stuck, anxious or struggling in a relationship, I bring an empathetic, positive and enthusiastic style towards personal change and growth. I offer a comfortable, supportive and trusting environment to work through the issues affecting your life.
Whether you are depressed, feeling stuck, anxious or struggling in a relationship, I bring an empathetic, positive and enthusiastic style towards personal change and growth. I offer a comfortable, supportive and trusting environment to work through the issues affecting your life.
(919) 261-3575 View (919) 261-3575
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Eileen Case
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539
Waitlist for new clients
The therapeutic relationship is the foundation of all my work and my priority is always creating a nurturing space for clients to feel safe to process and explore their struggles.
Are you tired of being stuck in the cycle of problematic behaviors that keep you feeling anxious, depressed or hopeless? Whether its using food, over exercise, substances, excessive sleep, explosive anger or some other perilous action to cope, there is help out there. It begins with understanding the function of these behaviors and then learning new tools to help you engage in your life in a way that is in line with your true values. When we build the capacity to cope with the challenges of our past, present and future in more effective ways, we create the space and capacity for joy, love and a sense of belonging.
The therapeutic relationship is the foundation of all my work and my priority is always creating a nurturing space for clients to feel safe to process and explore their struggles.
Are you tired of being stuck in the cycle of problematic behaviors that keep you feeling anxious, depressed or hopeless? Whether its using food, over exercise, substances, excessive sleep, explosive anger or some other perilous action to cope, there is help out there. It begins with understanding the function of these behaviors and then learning new tools to help you engage in your life in a way that is in line with your true values. When we build the capacity to cope with the challenges of our past, present and future in more effective ways, we create the space and capacity for joy, love and a sense of belonging.
(984) 205-6396 View (984) 205-6396
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Stacy Baker
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27539  (Online Only)
Listening to Men in Relationship or scouring pages of authors from the latest psych faddism are resources.
I do everything for everyone, but what about me! One of many thoughts running across your mind as you quickly scan the initial words of a recent text from your partner. "What the hell did I forget?" Check on car. Drop birthday cards in mail. Go by Whole Foods- return Amazon package. "Wasn’t I supportive in that last convo? What else!" As you yield to the fact you won’t remember the thing, you shift, racking your brain recalling tips on conflict from the Gottmans. "But, what could it be?" Every task completed, covered. No more ground to scrape, to use, to hold back the demands of all you do. So you’re withdrawn, apprehensive & lonely
Listening to Men in Relationship or scouring pages of authors from the latest psych faddism are resources.
I do everything for everyone, but what about me! One of many thoughts running across your mind as you quickly scan the initial words of a recent text from your partner. "What the hell did I forget?" Check on car. Drop birthday cards in mail. Go by Whole Foods- return Amazon package. "Wasn’t I supportive in that last convo? What else!" As you yield to the fact you won’t remember the thing, you shift, racking your brain recalling tips on conflict from the Gottmans. "But, what could it be?" Every task completed, covered. No more ground to scrape, to use, to hold back the demands of all you do. So you’re withdrawn, apprehensive & lonely
(984) 231-8492 View (984) 231-8492
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Corinne Fisher-LaRoche
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Apex, NC 27539
Therapy can help you overcome and cope with a number of challenges. It is my hope that you feel empowered after each session with tools that will last a lifetime. I have 25 yrs as a psychotherapist. Before moving to NC I had a private practice in northern CA and still maintain my license in CA and see clients remotely. Over the years I have broadened my client population to adolescents as well as adults. My specialty is anxiety but I see clients with a range of clinical issues or simply just coping with life events and transitions. Additionally, I am certified to provide clinical supervision to clinicians seeking their LCSW in NC
Therapy can help you overcome and cope with a number of challenges. It is my hope that you feel empowered after each session with tools that will last a lifetime. I have 25 yrs as a psychotherapist. Before moving to NC I had a private practice in northern CA and still maintain my license in CA and see clients remotely. Over the years I have broadened my client population to adolescents as well as adults. My specialty is anxiety but I see clients with a range of clinical issues or simply just coping with life events and transitions. Additionally, I am certified to provide clinical supervision to clinicians seeking their LCSW in NC
(919) 885-1149 View (919) 885-1149
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Emily Moore
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539
I believe we all need a space where we can reflect on life. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space where each client can ask difficult questions, explore struggles and find hope. I utilize a psychodynamic perspective in therapy, seeking both to alleviate symptoms and to help each client understand what is impeding the growth process underneath the surface of those symptoms. This style of therapy allows us to work together to better understand areas where you feel stuck and bring insight and understanding to patterns of behavior and feelings that may be impacting relationships and emotional health.
I believe we all need a space where we can reflect on life. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space where each client can ask difficult questions, explore struggles and find hope. I utilize a psychodynamic perspective in therapy, seeking both to alleviate symptoms and to help each client understand what is impeding the growth process underneath the surface of those symptoms. This style of therapy allows us to work together to better understand areas where you feel stuck and bring insight and understanding to patterns of behavior and feelings that may be impacting relationships and emotional health.
(919) 343-5186 View (919) 343-5186
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Jasmine Cope
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Apex, NC 27539  (Online Only)
I am here to help you seek balance, feel better, or reach that next level of life gratification, You've already taken the first step by being here. Yes, things can and do get better, sometimes it's change, sometimes it's reflection, and sometimes it's a power within you that heels the heart and opens the mind to the core of the issue and to the possibilities beyond it.
I am here to help you seek balance, feel better, or reach that next level of life gratification, You've already taken the first step by being here. Yes, things can and do get better, sometimes it's change, sometimes it's reflection, and sometimes it's a power within you that heels the heart and opens the mind to the core of the issue and to the possibilities beyond it.
(984) 203-9593 View (984) 203-9593

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Relationship Issues Therapists
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.