Marriage Counseling Therapists in Washington, NC

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Loretta T Ebison
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Washington, NC 27889
My specialty is with marriage and families, but I will work with anyone in any situation the best I can.
Hi, My name is Loretta Ebison. Thank you for visiting my Psychology Today profile! I look forward to talking with you and helping you come up with a plan that works in your life. Your sessions are all about you. For one hour you are the most important person in the room. Your safety and well-being are the most important things to me, for this reason I am currently seeing patients via teletherapy. I use CBT and Reality Therapy as my Therapeutic Modalities, but also use others as needed. I promise that I will be understanding of your situation and help you feel comfortable decompressing to me.
My specialty is with marriage and families, but I will work with anyone in any situation the best I can.
Hi, My name is Loretta Ebison. Thank you for visiting my Psychology Today profile! I look forward to talking with you and helping you come up with a plan that works in your life. Your sessions are all about you. For one hour you are the most important person in the room. Your safety and well-being are the most important things to me, for this reason I am currently seeing patients via teletherapy. I use CBT and Reality Therapy as my Therapeutic Modalities, but also use others as needed. I promise that I will be understanding of your situation and help you feel comfortable decompressing to me.
(252) 542-2840 View (252) 542-2840
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David Bell
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCAS, ADHDCSP
Verified Verified
Washington, NC 27889
My active licenses are (1) NC Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and (2) NC Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist.
As a potential client, know that your courage to face personal vulnerabilities and uncertainties is acknowledged from the start. To realize and understand the efforts you've made already affords us early opportunities to consider possibilities in therapy. Your desired outcome is the goal. The process of sharing, reflecting, and adjusting any internal and relational patterns is our therapy means to this end. The clinical approaches perhaps most reflective in therapy are cognitive-behavioral, inter-personal and family systems, and acceptance/commitment. Interventions are based on your child/family, couple, and individual needs.
My active licenses are (1) NC Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and (2) NC Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist.
As a potential client, know that your courage to face personal vulnerabilities and uncertainties is acknowledged from the start. To realize and understand the efforts you've made already affords us early opportunities to consider possibilities in therapy. Your desired outcome is the goal. The process of sharing, reflecting, and adjusting any internal and relational patterns is our therapy means to this end. The clinical approaches perhaps most reflective in therapy are cognitive-behavioral, inter-personal and family systems, and acceptance/commitment. Interventions are based on your child/family, couple, and individual needs.
(252) 207-0604 View (252) 207-0604
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A. Kristian Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Washington, NC 27889  (Online Only)
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and work from an integrative theoretical approach incorporating Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as Play Therapy with children.
When life becomes unpredictable and overwhelming it can feel isolating and lonely. As a therapist, my goal is to ensure that each client feels heard, validated and safe, always knowing that there is someone there to listen and provide support. At times, we can feel that we need to hide our anxiety, depression, relational issues and worries. I offer a place where you are able to fully be yourself, where it is okay, not to be okay. My goal for each session is for you to feel supported and empowered to overcome obstacles and create an environment that promotes positive change.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and work from an integrative theoretical approach incorporating Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as Play Therapy with children.
When life becomes unpredictable and overwhelming it can feel isolating and lonely. As a therapist, my goal is to ensure that each client feels heard, validated and safe, always knowing that there is someone there to listen and provide support. At times, we can feel that we need to hide our anxiety, depression, relational issues and worries. I offer a place where you are able to fully be yourself, where it is okay, not to be okay. My goal for each session is for you to feel supported and empowered to overcome obstacles and create an environment that promotes positive change.
(252) 300-0785 View (252) 300-0785
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Courtney Howard Ind. Contractor @ Deep Connections Counseling
MS, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, NC 27889  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be…a bit of a rollercoaster at times and can often feel unmanageable. If you find yourself becoming bogged down by life’s twists and turns, I’m here to help! My name is Courtney Howard and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of North Carolina. My mission is to provide a safe space for you to explore, repair, and grow. Taking the steps to begin a counseling journey isn’t easy and I’m proud of you for searching for a therapist to fit your needs. Are you stressed, depressed, anxious, suffering with illness, grieving, or struggling with mood? Then I may be the perfect fit for you!
Life can be…a bit of a rollercoaster at times and can often feel unmanageable. If you find yourself becoming bogged down by life’s twists and turns, I’m here to help! My name is Courtney Howard and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of North Carolina. My mission is to provide a safe space for you to explore, repair, and grow. Taking the steps to begin a counseling journey isn’t easy and I’m proud of you for searching for a therapist to fit your needs. Are you stressed, depressed, anxious, suffering with illness, grieving, or struggling with mood? Then I may be the perfect fit for you!
(252) 486-5072 View (252) 486-5072
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Linda Mizzelle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington, NC 27889
Congratulations on taking steps toward your journey to personal growth and healing. Therapy can assist you in finding direction and increasing tools and coping strategies. Choosing a therapist that aligns well with you is a critical decision. I believe you are the expert on your life and experiences. I also believe that therapy is a collaborative team effort. I am here to provide a safe, nonjudgmental place while we seek the answers you need. I tailor my approach to address your goals and challenges, guiding you toward unlocking your full potential.
Congratulations on taking steps toward your journey to personal growth and healing. Therapy can assist you in finding direction and increasing tools and coping strategies. Choosing a therapist that aligns well with you is a critical decision. I believe you are the expert on your life and experiences. I also believe that therapy is a collaborative team effort. I am here to provide a safe, nonjudgmental place while we seek the answers you need. I tailor my approach to address your goals and challenges, guiding you toward unlocking your full potential.
(252) 588-3318 View (252) 588-3318
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Lynn E Piersall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington, NC 27889
Waitlist for new clients
I am a psychotherapist licensed in North Carolina and Virginia. In my career I have worked mainly in an in-office outpatient setting but recently I had a traveling position providing psychotherapy services to seniors in assisted living and nursing facilities along the east coast of NC. I have also had the opportunity to work in a school-based setting as well as in a juvenile residential treatment facility.
I am a psychotherapist licensed in North Carolina and Virginia. In my career I have worked mainly in an in-office outpatient setting but recently I had a traveling position providing psychotherapy services to seniors in assisted living and nursing facilities along the east coast of NC. I have also had the opportunity to work in a school-based setting as well as in a juvenile residential treatment facility.
(757) 993-7391 View (757) 993-7391
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Cheryl M Meola
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHCS, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Washington, NC 27889
Are you overwhelmed with stress from relationships, parenting, work, and other commitments? Could you use support with anxiety, depression, or dealing with life transitions (divorce, job loss, aging, parenting)? Mane Source Counseling provides a setting to help reach your goals and overcome challenges. If you are looking for direction, support, and encouragement in your life right now, MSC offers you a safe space to do this work in either an office-based or farm-based setting. Coaching, wellness immersions, and therapy available: ask us about which is right for you!
Are you overwhelmed with stress from relationships, parenting, work, and other commitments? Could you use support with anxiety, depression, or dealing with life transitions (divorce, job loss, aging, parenting)? Mane Source Counseling provides a setting to help reach your goals and overcome challenges. If you are looking for direction, support, and encouragement in your life right now, MSC offers you a safe space to do this work in either an office-based or farm-based setting. Coaching, wellness immersions, and therapy available: ask us about which is right for you!
(252) 394-8367 View (252) 394-8367
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Tammy Whitten
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CFLE, PLLC
Verified Verified
Washington, NC 27889
Need help figuring out why your relationship just keeps doing the same thing over and over? Do you feel like no one is actually hearing what you? Is it hard to get past something that happened a while back? We often keep repeating things because we think if we just do it again or do differently we'll finally unlock the barrier that's held us back. My people come to see me after trying something over and over and they feel defeated. Often, the secret is a small tweak from a slightly different angle that helps with trauma, anxiety, depression, communication, and/or relationships.
Need help figuring out why your relationship just keeps doing the same thing over and over? Do you feel like no one is actually hearing what you? Is it hard to get past something that happened a while back? We often keep repeating things because we think if we just do it again or do differently we'll finally unlock the barrier that's held us back. My people come to see me after trying something over and over and they feel defeated. Often, the secret is a small tweak from a slightly different angle that helps with trauma, anxiety, depression, communication, and/or relationships.
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Christopher S Gill
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, NC 27889
Imagine you're facing a challenge that might be familiar or perhaps something you can't quite put into words. In these moments, it's important to remember that you're not alone. We all encounter obstacles in life, but sometimes, they can feel insurmountable. You need a safe, welcoming space to explore your thoughts, express your emotions, and healthily address these challenges. It all begins with honesty – being true to yourself and permitting yourself to confront the issues at hand. That's where I come in. I'm here to support you on your journey toward overcoming these obstacles and regaining control.
Imagine you're facing a challenge that might be familiar or perhaps something you can't quite put into words. In these moments, it's important to remember that you're not alone. We all encounter obstacles in life, but sometimes, they can feel insurmountable. You need a safe, welcoming space to explore your thoughts, express your emotions, and healthily address these challenges. It all begins with honesty – being true to yourself and permitting yourself to confront the issues at hand. That's where I come in. I'm here to support you on your journey toward overcoming these obstacles and regaining control.
(252) 494-5826 View (252) 494-5826
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Logan Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Washington, NC 27889
Therapy is a unique and transformative experience, and it's my privilege to be a part of your story. I want to assure you that our therapeutic space is a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and concerns openly. As your therapist, I would be committed to providing you with the support, guidance, and empathy you need to navigate life's challenges and work toward your personal goals. Whether you are seeking help for specific issues, self-improvement, or simply a safe space to talk, I'm here to assist you every step of the way.
Therapy is a unique and transformative experience, and it's my privilege to be a part of your story. I want to assure you that our therapeutic space is a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and concerns openly. As your therapist, I would be committed to providing you with the support, guidance, and empathy you need to navigate life's challenges and work toward your personal goals. Whether you are seeking help for specific issues, self-improvement, or simply a safe space to talk, I'm here to assist you every step of the way.
(252) 427-6071 View (252) 427-6071
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Lyndsay Cayton
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Washington, NC 27889
Compassionate Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist, dedicated in helping others overcome personal obstacles by using various treatment modalities to meet the unique needs of every client. As a former military spouse, I have added experience serving a diverse population, including active-duty soldiers and their extended families. I provide individual counseling for children, adolescents, teens, and adults, as well as providing family and couples counseling.
Compassionate Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist, dedicated in helping others overcome personal obstacles by using various treatment modalities to meet the unique needs of every client. As a former military spouse, I have added experience serving a diverse population, including active-duty soldiers and their extended families. I provide individual counseling for children, adolescents, teens, and adults, as well as providing family and couples counseling.
(252) 888-1856 View (252) 888-1856
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New Direction Wellness, PLLC
Counselor, DC, MAEd, NCC, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Washington, NC 27889  (Online Only)
Accepting Clients...Is stress, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, phobias and past trauma stopping you from enjoying life? Don't know how to take your power back? Well, let me let you in on a little secret. All problems come from within and I help you not only go within and find the answer, but also make peace with the answer so you can finally live the life you are meant to live.....a life full of happiness, joy, tranquility, success, and prosperity instead of living with feelings of defeat, desperation, disappointment, and hopelessness.
Accepting Clients...Is stress, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, phobias and past trauma stopping you from enjoying life? Don't know how to take your power back? Well, let me let you in on a little secret. All problems come from within and I help you not only go within and find the answer, but also make peace with the answer so you can finally live the life you are meant to live.....a life full of happiness, joy, tranquility, success, and prosperity instead of living with feelings of defeat, desperation, disappointment, and hopelessness.
(910) 490-4067 View (910) 490-4067
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Beverly Lyne Sheaffer
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHCS, ATR-BC, CCS, LCAS
Verified Verified
Washington, NC 27889
(252) 565-1927 View (252) 565-1927
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Deb Pomeroy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RN, LCSW, LCASA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, NC 27889
Not accepting new clients
I'm a licensed clinical therapist working with adolescents and adults in individual therapy. I have extensive training in treating perinatal mental health, depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief. I specialize in treating individuals managing relationship difficulties, chronic stress and burnout, perfectionism, parenting, and finding personal balance. I have expertise in helping clients improve self-esteem and navigate change of life events, such as graduating school, job/career changes, breakups, and parenthood status changes.
I'm a licensed clinical therapist working with adolescents and adults in individual therapy. I have extensive training in treating perinatal mental health, depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief. I specialize in treating individuals managing relationship difficulties, chronic stress and burnout, perfectionism, parenting, and finding personal balance. I have expertise in helping clients improve self-esteem and navigate change of life events, such as graduating school, job/career changes, breakups, and parenthood status changes.
(252) 477-4883 View (252) 477-4883
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Martha T Early
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, NC 27889
Not accepting new clients
(252) 680-1576 View (252) 680-1576

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Kayla Marston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grimesland, NC 27837
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist focusing on serving those experiencing relational or individual distress.
Have you been struggling in various aspects of your life? Have things gotten too overwhelming or is it finally time to try make sense of it all? It would be my pleasure to serve as your therapist. Whether you are dating, engaged, or have been married for years, seeking a relational therapist can be instrumental in strengthening the quality of your relationship. Relational therapists are beneficial to individuals experiencing life stressors as well as they are equipped to provide support and knowledge that takes into account the many relationships in ones life.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist focusing on serving those experiencing relational or individual distress.
Have you been struggling in various aspects of your life? Have things gotten too overwhelming or is it finally time to try make sense of it all? It would be my pleasure to serve as your therapist. Whether you are dating, engaged, or have been married for years, seeking a relational therapist can be instrumental in strengthening the quality of your relationship. Relational therapists are beneficial to individuals experiencing life stressors as well as they are equipped to provide support and knowledge that takes into account the many relationships in ones life.
(252) 227-0373 View (252) 227-0373

Online Therapists

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Maria Donaty-Gurba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28546
Reaching out & asking for help can be really hard. If you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Medical issues, Relationship/Marital Issues, problem behaviors, maintaining sobriety, unwanted change or navigating & adjusting to difficult decisions it is important to seek help. Whether you're going through a painful transition like divorce, having difficulty in your relationships, self-medicating with substances, or have debilitating anxiety or depression- guidance from a qualified, objective person is necessary. I will help you gain insight into the root cause of what is keeping you stuck.
Reaching out & asking for help can be really hard. If you are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Medical issues, Relationship/Marital Issues, problem behaviors, maintaining sobriety, unwanted change or navigating & adjusting to difficult decisions it is important to seek help. Whether you're going through a painful transition like divorce, having difficulty in your relationships, self-medicating with substances, or have debilitating anxiety or depression- guidance from a qualified, objective person is necessary. I will help you gain insight into the root cause of what is keeping you stuck.
(910) 684-4626 View (910) 684-4626
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William Marshall
Counselor, LMHC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27607
Each person comes to individual therapy for numerous and very honest reasons, despite how overwhelmed and powerless they are feeling. It is okay to not know what to do or know what is next. Deep down, I believe that each one of us has the innate wisdom to know themselves and to know what to do next, under optimal conditions. Couples caught in a criticize-withdraw cycle are often doing what their survival instincts tell them to do. I am also highly trained in couples counseling and marriage counseling through emotionally focused therapy (EFT). Marital therapy and individual counseling need guidance from an empathic but neutral party.
Each person comes to individual therapy for numerous and very honest reasons, despite how overwhelmed and powerless they are feeling. It is okay to not know what to do or know what is next. Deep down, I believe that each one of us has the innate wisdom to know themselves and to know what to do next, under optimal conditions. Couples caught in a criticize-withdraw cycle are often doing what their survival instincts tell them to do. I am also highly trained in couples counseling and marriage counseling through emotionally focused therapy (EFT). Marital therapy and individual counseling need guidance from an empathic but neutral party.
(919) 338-5022 View (919) 338-5022
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Allison A Brodeur, MS, LMFT, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PLLC
Verified Verified
Greenville, NC 27834
Waitlist for new clients
I have specifically focused on postpartum depression, depression, anxiety, grief, medical issues, eating disorders, body image, marital stress/discord, blending families, divorce, and life stressors.
I have been in practice for over 20 years working as an independent contractor with a large medical group. I have had the privilege of working with amazing clients going through all phases of life. I worked specifically in an OBGYN office seeing individuals, couples, and families who were referred after visiting their physician and discussing a need for a referral.
I have specifically focused on postpartum depression, depression, anxiety, grief, medical issues, eating disorders, body image, marital stress/discord, blending families, divorce, and life stressors.
I have been in practice for over 20 years working as an independent contractor with a large medical group. I have had the privilege of working with amazing clients going through all phases of life. I worked specifically in an OBGYN office seeing individuals, couples, and families who were referred after visiting their physician and discussing a need for a referral.
(252) 351-2357 View (252) 351-2357
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Mathews Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511
We focus on work with a variety of issues including marriage and relationship counseling, grief, trauma issues, depression, parenting, and family conflict.
The relationship you have with your counselor is a very personal one and is vital to bringing about the change you want in your life. We view the counseling relationship as a process of mutual respect and trust, where we work collaboratively together to meet your goals. We focus on expanding the strengths and resources you have and getting results quickly, all in a comfortable and inviting home-like setting. We strive to make therapy as comfortable as possible and work with you to establish clear goals and workable, creative strategies to achieve those goals.
We focus on work with a variety of issues including marriage and relationship counseling, grief, trauma issues, depression, parenting, and family conflict.
The relationship you have with your counselor is a very personal one and is vital to bringing about the change you want in your life. We view the counseling relationship as a process of mutual respect and trust, where we work collaboratively together to meet your goals. We focus on expanding the strengths and resources you have and getting results quickly, all in a comfortable and inviting home-like setting. We strive to make therapy as comfortable as possible and work with you to establish clear goals and workable, creative strategies to achieve those goals.
(919) 343-9605 View (919) 343-9605

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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.