Emotionally Focused Therapists in Charlotte, NC
My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Adlerian Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Child and Parent Psychotherapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) to provide tailored, compassionate care for each client.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 15 years of experience, licensed in North Carolina, Alabama, and Oregon. As a deaf professional, I exclusively serve deaf and hard of hearing clients. I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals as well as addressing family conflicts and resolving various personal issues.
My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Adlerian Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Child and Parent Psychotherapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) to provide tailored, compassionate care for each client.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 15 years of experience, licensed in North Carolina, Alabama, and Oregon. As a deaf professional, I exclusively serve deaf and hard of hearing clients. I specialize in working with neurodivergent individuals as well as addressing family conflicts and resolving various personal issues.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults through Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Emotionally Focused Expressive Arts Mindfulness-Based (MBCT and Expressive Therapy.
For clients who are interested, I am pleased to offer Christian counseling, integrating faith-based principles into the therapeutic process to support spiritual as well as emotional growth
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults through Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Emotionally Focused Expressive Arts Mindfulness-Based (MBCT and Expressive Therapy.
For clients who are interested, I am pleased to offer Christian counseling, integrating faith-based principles into the therapeutic process to support spiritual as well as emotional growth
Using EMDR, IFS, CBT, EFT, DBT, Gottman Method, and Christian Counseling, I offer a warm, insight-driven approach that supports deep emotional healing and lasting change.
I offer a gentle approach to counseling for trauma, anxiety, OCD, depression, and relationship struggles. If you feel overwhelmed due to PTSD or childhood trauma, I will help you process and make sense of past experiences, regulate your emotions, and build trust with yourself and others. If you experience anxiety or depression, we
will work on skills to find greater calm, build meaningful relationships and discover
ways to experience joy, peace, and life purpose. If you seek counseling for OCD, I will
help you build skills to tolerate uncertainty and distress, face your fears and increase your sense of freedom and life satisfaction.
Using EMDR, IFS, CBT, EFT, DBT, Gottman Method, and Christian Counseling, I offer a warm, insight-driven approach that supports deep emotional healing and lasting change.
I offer a gentle approach to counseling for trauma, anxiety, OCD, depression, and relationship struggles. If you feel overwhelmed due to PTSD or childhood trauma, I will help you process and make sense of past experiences, regulate your emotions, and build trust with yourself and others. If you experience anxiety or depression, we
will work on skills to find greater calm, build meaningful relationships and discover
ways to experience joy, peace, and life purpose. If you seek counseling for OCD, I will
help you build skills to tolerate uncertainty and distress, face your fears and increase your sense of freedom and life satisfaction.
I specialize in Gestalt Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT),and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T).
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I help clients heal from emotional and relationship concerns. I believe in the values of happiness, health, and purpose. If you or someone you care about is struggling with relationship conflict, depression, stress / anxiety, or anger; and you are ready for change to happen, I may be the right therapist for you.
I specialize in Gestalt Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT),and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T).
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I help clients heal from emotional and relationship concerns. I believe in the values of happiness, health, and purpose. If you or someone you care about is struggling with relationship conflict, depression, stress / anxiety, or anger; and you are ready for change to happen, I may be the right therapist for you.
I use CBT, play therapy, EMDR, social skills training, and EFT.
Life can be challenging, and seeking support is a brave step. I'm honored to guide clients through life's complexities, specializing in children and adolescents. I utilize play therapy, CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, social skills training, and emotional regulation techniques, tailoring my approach to each individual. I value empathy, connection, and self-discovery, providing a safe, inclusive space for all. Whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, or transitions, you're not alone. Let's work together toward healing, resilience, and change.
I use CBT, play therapy, EMDR, social skills training, and EFT.
Life can be challenging, and seeking support is a brave step. I'm honored to guide clients through life's complexities, specializing in children and adolescents. I utilize play therapy, CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, social skills training, and emotional regulation techniques, tailoring my approach to each individual. I value empathy, connection, and self-discovery, providing a safe, inclusive space for all. Whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, or transitions, you're not alone. Let's work together toward healing, resilience, and change.
Scott Alan Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, CSAT, CPTT
5 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28226
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist. I am also a Licensed Professional Counselor in the STate of South Carolina. I have a master's degree in Christian counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. I have been working as a therapist since 2012, specializing in helping couples and individuals with sex addiction, betrayal trauma, relationships, and mental health problems, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and a Certified Partner Trauma Therapist. I am also a Licensed Professional Counselor in the STate of South Carolina. I have a master's degree in Christian counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. I have been working as a therapist since 2012, specializing in helping couples and individuals with sex addiction, betrayal trauma, relationships, and mental health problems, including anxiety, depression, grief and loss.
I have had advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and actively pursuing full certification.
When going through struggles in life, you do not have to suffer in silence nor do you have to endure the journey alone. I will actively pursue the fulfillment of your therapeutic goals by listening, collaborating with you, and offering suggestions to foster positive change. Each session is conducted with an impartial approach which ensures that everyone in the session feels heard and understood. My clinical areas of focus include, but are not limited to grief & loss, relationship challenges, stress, anxiety, depression, and supporting the highly sensitive person (HSP).
I have had advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy and actively pursuing full certification.
When going through struggles in life, you do not have to suffer in silence nor do you have to endure the journey alone. I will actively pursue the fulfillment of your therapeutic goals by listening, collaborating with you, and offering suggestions to foster positive change. Each session is conducted with an impartial approach which ensures that everyone in the session feels heard and understood. My clinical areas of focus include, but are not limited to grief & loss, relationship challenges, stress, anxiety, depression, and supporting the highly sensitive person (HSP).
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy in my practice.
Are you and your partner constantly arguing, stuck in the same loop, and struggling to find connection? Both blaming each other and full of hurts. Are you in a relationship, but you both feel lonely and want to be closer? Or are you an individual that is feeling sad, confused, anxious, angry, lonely, or disconnected from someone? Are you ready for therapy, but your partner isn't? Or are you a parent who needs help repairing the relationship with your adult child? Families go through so many transitions. Sometimes it is difficult to navigate all the busyness of life and find time to connect with one another.
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy in my practice.
Are you and your partner constantly arguing, stuck in the same loop, and struggling to find connection? Both blaming each other and full of hurts. Are you in a relationship, but you both feel lonely and want to be closer? Or are you an individual that is feeling sad, confused, anxious, angry, lonely, or disconnected from someone? Are you ready for therapy, but your partner isn't? Or are you a parent who needs help repairing the relationship with your adult child? Families go through so many transitions. Sometimes it is difficult to navigate all the busyness of life and find time to connect with one another.
Throughout life, we may find ourselves feeling lost, unsure of where to go or where to start. We may feel disconnected from ourselves and others. We may come to realize that past experiences have shaped our worldview and how we relate to and connect with others. We may recognize patterns within our family system that we want to break, but aren’t sure how. Through therapy, we can regain an understanding of ourselves by reconnecting to feelings of safety and belonging, and instilling hope for the future. We can learn to utilize our emotions as a skill to strengthen our relationships and establish secure attachment patterns.
Throughout life, we may find ourselves feeling lost, unsure of where to go or where to start. We may feel disconnected from ourselves and others. We may come to realize that past experiences have shaped our worldview and how we relate to and connect with others. We may recognize patterns within our family system that we want to break, but aren’t sure how. Through therapy, we can regain an understanding of ourselves by reconnecting to feelings of safety and belonging, and instilling hope for the future. We can learn to utilize our emotions as a skill to strengthen our relationships and establish secure attachment patterns.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, PREP, and PREPARE/ENRICH, and often utilize these tools to help couples improve their communication and strengthen their relational connection.
I have experience in working with individuals (i.e. children/preadolescents 3-12, adolescents and adults) struggling with adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation and behavioral challenges. I work with couples who are seeking premarital or marital counseling and work to promote a safe atmosphere where couples can explore their current challenges, process their emotions, and foster hope. I also work with couples and families to create a nurturing and supportive environment where members can grow as individuals as well as develop healthy relationships.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, PREP, and PREPARE/ENRICH, and often utilize these tools to help couples improve their communication and strengthen their relational connection.
I have experience in working with individuals (i.e. children/preadolescents 3-12, adolescents and adults) struggling with adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation and behavioral challenges. I work with couples who are seeking premarital or marital counseling and work to promote a safe atmosphere where couples can explore their current challenges, process their emotions, and foster hope. I also work with couples and families to create a nurturing and supportive environment where members can grow as individuals as well as develop healthy relationships.
I have additional training in Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) and expressive arts, which allows for a personalized therapeutic experience.
I work with young adult and adult clients of all backgrounds, supporting them in navigating life transitions. These transitions invite us to reassess our values, roles, and sense of identity—work that can be transformative at any stage of life. My clinical experience includes career counseling with young and older adults, parenting support for single parents with young to college age children, and therapeutic work with clients navigating life transitions, i.e., college, empty-nest, retirement, and caregiving.
I have additional training in Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) and expressive arts, which allows for a personalized therapeutic experience.
I work with young adult and adult clients of all backgrounds, supporting them in navigating life transitions. These transitions invite us to reassess our values, roles, and sense of identity—work that can be transformative at any stage of life. My clinical experience includes career counseling with young and older adults, parenting support for single parents with young to college age children, and therapeutic work with clients navigating life transitions, i.e., college, empty-nest, retirement, and caregiving.
I help others learn how to explore their various emotional states through EFT.
I enjoy caring for my clients, who struggle to feel loved and cared for daily. I work with individuals suffering from anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, major life changes, and couples and families who experience chronic relationship conflict. Many of my clients feel like their emotional needs aren’t being met. They feel guilty for wanting more in their lives and have difficulty advocating for themselves. I use EMDR, a structured yet flexible approach, to help clients process their trauma, reduce psychological distress, and promote healing and emotional well-being.
I help others learn how to explore their various emotional states through EFT.
I enjoy caring for my clients, who struggle to feel loved and cared for daily. I work with individuals suffering from anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, major life changes, and couples and families who experience chronic relationship conflict. Many of my clients feel like their emotional needs aren’t being met. They feel guilty for wanting more in their lives and have difficulty advocating for themselves. I use EMDR, a structured yet flexible approach, to help clients process their trauma, reduce psychological distress, and promote healing and emotional well-being.
Sometimes, we get stuck. A problem that may seem small at first just seems to get worse and before you know it, you have gotten lost in a dark place and can't figure out how to get out. As a therapist, I want to be a flashlight that can guide you through. It takes courage to reach out for help, and doing so shows you are ready to find your way back- or to a new, better place! I meet my clients with understanding, non-judgment, and collaboration. Whether it's depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or life transitions- you deserve to find peace, and I look forward to helping you meet your full potential and reach achievable goals.
Sometimes, we get stuck. A problem that may seem small at first just seems to get worse and before you know it, you have gotten lost in a dark place and can't figure out how to get out. As a therapist, I want to be a flashlight that can guide you through. It takes courage to reach out for help, and doing so shows you are ready to find your way back- or to a new, better place! I meet my clients with understanding, non-judgment, and collaboration. Whether it's depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or life transitions- you deserve to find peace, and I look forward to helping you meet your full potential and reach achievable goals.
Dr. Wanda P Briggs
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, PhD, LCMHCS, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I integrate a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), emotionally focused, and psychodynamic principles.
I am impassioned about collaborating with clients experiencing loss and grief. Multiple issues arise related to a loss- loss of a loved one, loss of hope/dreams, loss of a marriage...and working through loss requires time, connections, and a safe place. I can help you reconnect with yourself and move forward to living your life with new understanding & purp
I integrate a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), emotionally focused, and psychodynamic principles.
I am impassioned about collaborating with clients experiencing loss and grief. Multiple issues arise related to a loss- loss of a loved one, loss of hope/dreams, loss of a marriage...and working through loss requires time, connections, and a safe place. I can help you reconnect with yourself and move forward to living your life with new understanding & purp
My treatment methods include emotionally focused, humanistic, and coaching approaches.
As a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, I completed my graduate degree at Savannah University in Savannah, Georgia. With over six years of experience, I have dedicated my career to treating and caring for patients with ADD and ADHD. My practice also encompasses a wide range of services, including behavioral health, primary care, and internal medicine.
My treatment methods include emotionally focused, humanistic, and coaching approaches.
As a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, I completed my graduate degree at Savannah University in Savannah, Georgia. With over six years of experience, I have dedicated my career to treating and caring for patients with ADD and ADHD. My practice also encompasses a wide range of services, including behavioral health, primary care, and internal medicine.
Sophia Turner | Sex Therapy + Couples Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
7 Endorsed
Online Only
Using evidence-based approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Somatic Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based tools, I help clients reconnect with their bodies, express their needs with confidence, and cultivate deeper intimacy.
Are you struggling with mismatched desire in your relationship? Do you want to enjoy sex more but aren’t sure where to begin? When intimacy starts to feel like just another task on your to-do list, it’s easy to feel disconnected—from your partner, your body, and even yourself. Maybe performance anxiety is holding you back, or shame around your sexual behaviors, relationship with porn, or masturbation habits is weighing you down. These struggles can be isolating, but you don’t have to navigate them alone.
Using evidence-based approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Somatic Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based tools, I help clients reconnect with their bodies, express their needs with confidence, and cultivate deeper intimacy.
Are you struggling with mismatched desire in your relationship? Do you want to enjoy sex more but aren’t sure where to begin? When intimacy starts to feel like just another task on your to-do list, it’s easy to feel disconnected—from your partner, your body, and even yourself. Maybe performance anxiety is holding you back, or shame around your sexual behaviors, relationship with porn, or masturbation habits is weighing you down. These struggles can be isolating, but you don’t have to navigate them alone.
With relationship issues, I use Attachment theory/ Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT).
New you, new flow! Have you been able to process how your nervous system is adjusting to life's stressors? I take an empathetic and affirming approach and I acknowledge that doing the inner work can be difficult. I'm proud of you for considering & investing in yourself. I work with clients who are BI&POC-Black Indigenous and People of Color. I enjoy empowering clients as they explore how their nervous system is responding to past and current experiences. Your relationships, career and dreams are evolving and when you win, I win!
With relationship issues, I use Attachment theory/ Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT).
New you, new flow! Have you been able to process how your nervous system is adjusting to life's stressors? I take an empathetic and affirming approach and I acknowledge that doing the inner work can be difficult. I'm proud of you for considering & investing in yourself. I work with clients who are BI&POC-Black Indigenous and People of Color. I enjoy empowering clients as they explore how their nervous system is responding to past and current experiences. Your relationships, career and dreams are evolving and when you win, I win!
I draw from my advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and integrate body-aware, embodiment-focused practices that support nervous system regulation, emotional clarity, and a deeper connection to your internal experience.
Most of us carry emotional patterns shaped by relationships, systems, and histories we didn’t choose - and therapy helps us begin to understand them.
I work with adults and teens navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, religious or spiritual trauma, grief, and the ongoing impact of complex family dynamics. Whether you're processing a breakup, navigating a life transition, or untangling long-held patterns of disconnection, therapy can support you in building emotional resilience, clarity, and a more grounded sense of self.
I draw from my advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and integrate body-aware, embodiment-focused practices that support nervous system regulation, emotional clarity, and a deeper connection to your internal experience.
Most of us carry emotional patterns shaped by relationships, systems, and histories we didn’t choose - and therapy helps us begin to understand them.
I work with adults and teens navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, religious or spiritual trauma, grief, and the ongoing impact of complex family dynamics. Whether you're processing a breakup, navigating a life transition, or untangling long-held patterns of disconnection, therapy can support you in building emotional resilience, clarity, and a more grounded sense of self.
Emotional Focused Therapy ( EFT) Training.
Working with complex couples, those dealing with major relationship issues like infidelity, infertility, illness, grief, family conflict, parenting issues, or contemplating divorce, are my passion. I take a non-judgmental stance that allows me to focus on the relationship as my client, while not taking sides. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, trauma, or other mental health conditions, I can help support you, while teaching coping mechanisms to create a healthy balance in your life. I apply a systemic approach when working with couples, families and individuals.
Emotional Focused Therapy ( EFT) Training.
Working with complex couples, those dealing with major relationship issues like infidelity, infertility, illness, grief, family conflict, parenting issues, or contemplating divorce, are my passion. I take a non-judgmental stance that allows me to focus on the relationship as my client, while not taking sides. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, trauma, or other mental health conditions, I can help support you, while teaching coping mechanisms to create a healthy balance in your life. I apply a systemic approach when working with couples, families and individuals.
My approach as a psychotherapist is most informed by the following theories and modalities: relational/psychodynamic, trauma informed, neuro affirming, liberation based practices, culturally affirming, harm reduction, EFT, polyvagal theory, and EMDR.
Therapy is weird. It’s subjective and heady and brings up existential questions like: what even is therapy?! The short answer: therapy is whatever you want it to be. It’s your time to use how you want, whether that’s processing current life stressors, doing deeper trauma work, or just part of your self care routine. Often times it’s a mixture of all three. Non-linear.
I’m Basil. I’m a psychotherapist licensed in both NC & PA. Affirming and culturally informed individual and couples therapist. Overall I hold 18 years experience in Carework, and I’m in my 8th year of experience as a psychotherapist.
My approach as a psychotherapist is most informed by the following theories and modalities: relational/psychodynamic, trauma informed, neuro affirming, liberation based practices, culturally affirming, harm reduction, EFT, polyvagal theory, and EMDR.
Therapy is weird. It’s subjective and heady and brings up existential questions like: what even is therapy?! The short answer: therapy is whatever you want it to be. It’s your time to use how you want, whether that’s processing current life stressors, doing deeper trauma work, or just part of your self care routine. Often times it’s a mixture of all three. Non-linear.
I’m Basil. I’m a psychotherapist licensed in both NC & PA. Affirming and culturally informed individual and couples therapist. Overall I hold 18 years experience in Carework, and I’m in my 8th year of experience as a psychotherapist.
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