Family Therapy in Wake Forest, NC
JoyCare Biblical Counseling Center
Pastoral Counselor, MA, BCPC, QMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
I specialize in providing a Christ-centered approach to marriage and family counseling, individual care, teen care, grief, depression, trauma and spiritual matters.
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.
I specialize in providing a Christ-centered approach to marriage and family counseling, individual care, teen care, grief, depression, trauma and spiritual matters.
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.
Liz Bowen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587 (Online Only)
I have worked with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, relationships, family, and social problems, stress management, and low self esteem.
Are you looking for a therapist that you can relate to and feel safe with? Have you tried therapy a few times but felt like you never got anywhere? Or maybe its your first time and you're not sure what you're looking for. If that's you, you are exactly where you need to be. I meet clients where they are and help them navigate difficult feelings, process trauma, and find enjoyment in life. By reaching out, you're overcoming the scary first step in working towards inner healing, greater self understanding, and finding meaning in life. You don't have to do this alone. Let's work together to help you be the best version of yourself.
I have worked with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, relationships, family, and social problems, stress management, and low self esteem.
Are you looking for a therapist that you can relate to and feel safe with? Have you tried therapy a few times but felt like you never got anywhere? Or maybe its your first time and you're not sure what you're looking for. If that's you, you are exactly where you need to be. I meet clients where they are and help them navigate difficult feelings, process trauma, and find enjoyment in life. By reaching out, you're overcoming the scary first step in working towards inner healing, greater self understanding, and finding meaning in life. You don't have to do this alone. Let's work together to help you be the best version of yourself.
Perkins Counseling & Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
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 preschoolers 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.
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 preschoolers 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.
Dr. Brie Arevalo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
YOU are the expert of your child and in order to see lasting change within your child’s life and family, our work often includes family therapy and parent-child therapy.
The Landing Place, PLLC is opening January 2024! Our clinic offers therapy for children, adolescents, families, and young adults. We specialize in parent-child relationships, childhood trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, adoptee identity formation, life transitions, and Christian faith-integration (upon request). Our mission is to empower every child and family to transform challenges into strengths, celebrate mistakes as stepping stones, and illuminate untold stories that make each individual and family unique. At our core, we strive to collaboratively build relationships - and do so by having fun!
YOU are the expert of your child and in order to see lasting change within your child’s life and family, our work often includes family therapy and parent-child therapy.
The Landing Place, PLLC is opening January 2024! Our clinic offers therapy for children, adolescents, families, and young adults. We specialize in parent-child relationships, childhood trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, adoptee identity formation, life transitions, and Christian faith-integration (upon request). Our mission is to empower every child and family to transform challenges into strengths, celebrate mistakes as stepping stones, and illuminate untold stories that make each individual and family unique. At our core, we strive to collaboratively build relationships - and do so by having fun!
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.
The Counseling Collective, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHCS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Currently accepting clients both in office and telehealth sessions. Please go to our webiste: www.counselingcollectivepllc.com and click "Request An Appointment" to get started. We are a group of practioners who provide individual, family, and group therapy and enjoy working with children, teens, and adults. Our therapists have experience working with various mental health diagnoses including, but not limited to: Depression, Anxiety, Autism, PTSD, Bipolar Disorders, and Personality Disorders. We are trained in evidenced-based approaches for trauma, Solution Focused Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Child-Centered Play Therapy and many more.
Currently accepting clients both in office and telehealth sessions. Please go to our webiste: www.counselingcollectivepllc.com and click "Request An Appointment" to get started. We are a group of practioners who provide individual, family, and group therapy and enjoy working with children, teens, and adults. Our therapists have experience working with various mental health diagnoses including, but not limited to: Depression, Anxiety, Autism, PTSD, Bipolar Disorders, and Personality Disorders. We are trained in evidenced-based approaches for trauma, Solution Focused Therapy, CBT, DBT, and Child-Centered Play Therapy and many more.
Colleen Cash
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Hello! I am a counselor licensed in North and South Carolina with over 22 years of experience. I’ve worked with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, family and parenting issues, ADHD, behavioral issues, and more. I determine effective therapy strategies for each unique client, and employ a combination of Cognitive Behavioral, Schema Focused, Narrative, and Brief Solution Focused techniques. My clients tell me they appreciate that I am direct, honest, and hold them accountable, while also being compassionate. I am very practical and teach techniques that can be applied to most all situations in life.
Hello! I am a counselor licensed in North and South Carolina with over 22 years of experience. I’ve worked with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, family and parenting issues, ADHD, behavioral issues, and more. I determine effective therapy strategies for each unique client, and employ a combination of Cognitive Behavioral, Schema Focused, Narrative, and Brief Solution Focused techniques. My clients tell me they appreciate that I am direct, honest, and hold them accountable, while also being compassionate. I am very practical and teach techniques that can be applied to most all situations in life.
Erin Elizabeth Terry
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MEd, LCMHC, QS
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Waitlist for new clients
I have many years of counseling experience in the mental health field. I work with adults and adolescents (ages 13 and above) and provide individual, couples/marital, and family counseling services in a comfortable, safe environment. When working with clients, I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy. My therapeutic skills and interventions are more directly aimed at fixing maladaptive patterns, improving emotional regulation and creating positive and lasting change. I offer both in person appointments at the medical practice I work at and do virtual appointments.
I have many years of counseling experience in the mental health field. I work with adults and adolescents (ages 13 and above) and provide individual, couples/marital, and family counseling services in a comfortable, safe environment. When working with clients, I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy. My therapeutic skills and interventions are more directly aimed at fixing maladaptive patterns, improving emotional regulation and creating positive and lasting change. I offer both in person appointments at the medical practice I work at and do virtual appointments.
Sharon Lynn Sheppard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S, CCTP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Every day I have the privilege of working with the bravest folks on the planet & none of you know it when you first walk in the door. You often feel defeated, overwhelmed & ashamed that you aren't able to "get over" your sexual, physical or emotional trauma. It's also common for you to have a nagging, chronic sense that something is just not right, an unhappiness; feeling unloved or unlovable, disconnected from friends and family, having lost a sense of purpose or direction. Without knowing that these symptoms may be telling us that a past trauma--long ago
Every day I have the privilege of working with the bravest folks on the planet & none of you know it when you first walk in the door. You often feel defeated, overwhelmed & ashamed that you aren't able to "get over" your sexual, physical or emotional trauma. It's also common for you to have a nagging, chronic sense that something is just not right, an unhappiness; feeling unloved or unlovable, disconnected from friends and family, having lost a sense of purpose or direction. Without knowing that these symptoms may be telling us that a past trauma--long ago
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.
Susannah Scearce
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
If you suspect that an aspect of your child’s development or learning isn’t quite typical; if you’ve had professionals, friends, or family members encourage you to seek testing for your child, but you’re scared; if you’re learning more about neurodiversity and tempted to self-diagnose, and you want a professional consultation; if you’re just curious about aspects of your personality or cognitive abilities; if you are courageous enough to dig deeper and to face that nagging intuition, I am here to help.
If you suspect that an aspect of your child’s development or learning isn’t quite typical; if you’ve had professionals, friends, or family members encourage you to seek testing for your child, but you’re scared; if you’re learning more about neurodiversity and tempted to self-diagnose, and you want a professional consultation; if you’re just curious about aspects of your personality or cognitive abilities; if you are courageous enough to dig deeper and to face that nagging intuition, I am here to help.
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Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate that specializes in working with children and adolescents. I received my Masters of Science in Counselor Education at East Carolina University in 2021. I also received my Masters of Science in Child Development and Family Relations in 2015. I work with clients ranging in age from 3-25 years old. I have a passion for working with children that have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disorders. In addition, I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral concerns, and trauma. I also provide parenting education.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate that specializes in working with children and adolescents. I received my Masters of Science in Counselor Education at East Carolina University in 2021. I also received my Masters of Science in Child Development and Family Relations in 2015. I work with clients ranging in age from 3-25 years old. I have a passion for working with children that have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disorders. In addition, I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral concerns, and trauma. I also provide parenting education.
Ronda Falk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
We all want to feel good and be happy right? Sometimes that's a journey not a destination. I seek to provide confidential counseling in a private and relaxing setting. My focus is on assisting you with symptom reduction & in enhancing you and your family's progress towards purposeful enjoyable living. I primarily rely upon the solution focused therapy model; however, at times other modalities are also utilized.
We all want to feel good and be happy right? Sometimes that's a journey not a destination. I seek to provide confidential counseling in a private and relaxing setting. My focus is on assisting you with symptom reduction & in enhancing you and your family's progress towards purposeful enjoyable living. I primarily rely upon the solution focused therapy model; however, at times other modalities are also utilized.
Samantha Burcher
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
My approach is integrative and tailored to each client, couple, or family.
I’m Samantha, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. My areas of passion are grief and loss, interpersonal conflict, divorce, and coparenting adjustment. These dark, shadowy areas of life that touch many, if not all, of us sometimes create “big T” or “little t” traumas in the process. It can feel isolating, lonely, and scary to walk along those paths in the dark. My goal is to provide some company—and some light—so no one has to walk those paths alone. If you’re willing to put your trust in me, we can get to the other side of that darkness together.
My approach is integrative and tailored to each client, couple, or family.
I’m Samantha, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. My areas of passion are grief and loss, interpersonal conflict, divorce, and coparenting adjustment. These dark, shadowy areas of life that touch many, if not all, of us sometimes create “big T” or “little t” traumas in the process. It can feel isolating, lonely, and scary to walk along those paths in the dark. My goal is to provide some company—and some light—so no one has to walk those paths alone. If you’re willing to put your trust in me, we can get to the other side of that darkness together.
Shamika C Milliken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
I have 13 yrs of experience ranging from Intensive Family Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Grief/Loss, Adjustment, ADD/ADHD, Self Esteem, Life Issues, and more.
Hello! My name is Shamika Milliken. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years of Social Work and Counseling experience in various settings. I received by Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Elizabeth City State University, and later received my Master of Social Work Degree from University of New England. I am dedicated and passionate about my work as a therapist and feel very grateful to be able to provide dedicated service to clients, helping people to discover their strengths and learn new skills that will allow them to deal with challenges.
I have 13 yrs of experience ranging from Intensive Family Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Grief/Loss, Adjustment, ADD/ADHD, Self Esteem, Life Issues, and more.
Hello! My name is Shamika Milliken. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years of Social Work and Counseling experience in various settings. I received by Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Elizabeth City State University, and later received my Master of Social Work Degree from University of New England. I am dedicated and passionate about my work as a therapist and feel very grateful to be able to provide dedicated service to clients, helping people to discover their strengths and learn new skills that will allow them to deal with challenges.
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.
Christensen Family Therapy, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
As a marriage and family therapist I have extensive training in family systems therapy models such as solution focused therapy, structural family therapy, narrative therapy and experiential therapy. I treat a wide range of serious clinical problems including: depression, bipolar, anger issues, ADHD, marital problems, anxiety, phobias, addictions, conduct disorders and parent-child relational problems. My therapeutic style is a combination of brief, solution-focused therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy that aims at attaining specific therapeutic goals.
As a marriage and family therapist I have extensive training in family systems therapy models such as solution focused therapy, structural family therapy, narrative therapy and experiential therapy. I treat a wide range of serious clinical problems including: depression, bipolar, anger issues, ADHD, marital problems, anxiety, phobias, addictions, conduct disorders and parent-child relational problems. My therapeutic style is a combination of brief, solution-focused therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy that aims at attaining specific therapeutic goals.
Shamira Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Hello! My name is Shamira Smith. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. I received my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from UNC at Greensboro and later received my Master of Science Degree from Capella University. I am passionate and committed to my work as a therapist and it is always a joy to witness clients build on their strengths and see their weaknesses as an important tool towards their success on their journey.
Hello! My name is Shamira Smith. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. I received my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from UNC at Greensboro and later received my Master of Science Degree from Capella University. I am passionate and committed to my work as a therapist and it is always a joy to witness clients build on their strengths and see their weaknesses as an important tool towards their success on their journey.
Christian McDonald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Hello, my name is Christian McDonald, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate. I believe in changing individuals’ lives for the better and providing individuals with the tools to guide he/she. The population I serve is teens, at-risk youth, individuals who suffer from depression, family challenges, CBT, DBT and trauma-focused. Therapy is the first step to making that necessary change. My clinical experience consists of assisting teens, at-risk youth, Eating Disorders LGBTQ individuals who suffer from their mental health.
Hello, my name is Christian McDonald, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate. I believe in changing individuals’ lives for the better and providing individuals with the tools to guide he/she. The population I serve is teens, at-risk youth, individuals who suffer from depression, family challenges, CBT, DBT and trauma-focused. Therapy is the first step to making that necessary change. My clinical experience consists of assisting teens, at-risk youth, Eating Disorders LGBTQ individuals who suffer from their mental health.
Corinne N Green
Psychologist, PhD, LP, HSP-P
Verified Verified
Wake Forest, NC 27587
My name is Dr. Corinne Green. I am a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider-Psychologist in the state of North Carolina.
I have received extensive training in providing diagnostic assessment and psychotherapy for all age groups in a variety of settings. I provide supportive and solution-focused individual, couple's, and family therapies from a systems approach; helping individuals recognize patterns in their thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships that have developed as they have adapted to their unique backgrounds and experiences. I consider it a privilege to join others in their personal journies toward healing, growth, health and wellness.
My name is Dr. Corinne Green. I am a Licensed Psychologist and Health Service Provider-Psychologist in the state of North Carolina.
I have received extensive training in providing diagnostic assessment and psychotherapy for all age groups in a variety of settings. I provide supportive and solution-focused individual, couple's, and family therapies from a systems approach; helping individuals recognize patterns in their thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationships that have developed as they have adapted to their unique backgrounds and experiences. I consider it a privilege to join others in their personal journies toward healing, growth, health and wellness.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.