Adoption Therapists in Raleigh, NC
I am also a licensed Pre and Post adoption worker.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina and New Jersey. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges, whether they involve anxiety, depression, trauma, or other personal struggles. I work with individuals seeking to create meaningful changes in their lives, heal from past wounds, and set and achieve their personal goals. My approach is warm, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based practices. Together, we will work to understand the root causes of your struggles, explore new ways of thinking, and develop practical strategies to help you manage emotions and confidently move forward.
I am also a licensed Pre and Post adoption worker.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Carolina and New Jersey. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges, whether they involve anxiety, depression, trauma, or other personal struggles. I work with individuals seeking to create meaningful changes in their lives, heal from past wounds, and set and achieve their personal goals. My approach is warm, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based practices. Together, we will work to understand the root causes of your struggles, explore new ways of thinking, and develop practical strategies to help you manage emotions and confidently move forward.
Emily Osborn
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, CGM, MA, NCC
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27609
They may be navigating anxiety, depression, identity questions, adoption-related challenges, trauma, grief, or big life transitions.
I help clients by offering a warm, creative space to explore emotions, strengthen identity, and build resilience. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, adoption, and LGBTQIA+ identity. Using expressive arts, play therapy, narrative, and trauma-informed approaches, I support healing, regulation, and confidence.
They may be navigating anxiety, depression, identity questions, adoption-related challenges, trauma, grief, or big life transitions.
I help clients by offering a warm, creative space to explore emotions, strengthen identity, and build resilience. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, adoption, and LGBTQIA+ identity. Using expressive arts, play therapy, narrative, and trauma-informed approaches, I support healing, regulation, and confidence.
Whether you’re navigating the complexities of adoption or carrying the weight of past trauma, I want you to know you’re not alone.
Many of my clients find freedom from overwhelming thoughts, improved relationships, and a renewed sense of confidence in themselves. Through EMDR therapy, we’ll work to help you process painful memories, reduce the emotional intensity, and build a sense of calm and empowerment. This journey is about thriving and discovering the best version of you.
Whether you’re navigating the complexities of adoption or carrying the weight of past trauma, I want you to know you’re not alone.
Many of my clients find freedom from overwhelming thoughts, improved relationships, and a renewed sense of confidence in themselves. Through EMDR therapy, we’ll work to help you process painful memories, reduce the emotional intensity, and build a sense of calm and empowerment. This journey is about thriving and discovering the best version of you.
Leigh Ann Fernandez
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHCS
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27614
I help clients understand and conquer fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses with trauma-informed therapy focused on neutralizing triggers. My clients desire to rewire their nervous systems and gain skills to stay calm and centered. They want to rebuild their identities, relationships and careers on their own terms and exchange their trauma for growth.
I help clients understand and conquer fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses with trauma-informed therapy focused on neutralizing triggers. My clients desire to rewire their nervous systems and gain skills to stay calm and centered. They want to rebuild their identities, relationships and careers on their own terms and exchange their trauma for growth.
I also work closely with clients and families who have navigated the foster care system and/or adoption.
In addition, I support clients around attachment difficulties, relationship concerns, stress, life transitions, and the impact of chronic medical conditions. I utilize a person-centered approach while blending traditional therapies like CBT and ACT and helping the client connect the mind and body.
I also work closely with clients and families who have navigated the foster care system and/or adoption.
In addition, I support clients around attachment difficulties, relationship concerns, stress, life transitions, and the impact of chronic medical conditions. I utilize a person-centered approach while blending traditional therapies like CBT and ACT and helping the client connect the mind and body.
Additionally, I have developed an special interest in working with trauma and adoption related issues.
I have provided field-based therapy for local agencies. I work in the area of post adoptions in my full-time position and certified as an Adoption Competent Therapist through the Center for Adoption Support and Education. Additionally, I am rostered through the NC Child Treatment Program in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
Additionally, I have developed an special interest in working with trauma and adoption related issues.
I have provided field-based therapy for local agencies. I work in the area of post adoptions in my full-time position and certified as an Adoption Competent Therapist through the Center for Adoption Support and Education. Additionally, I am rostered through the NC Child Treatment Program in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
I have extensive experience with intimate partner violence/narcissistic abuse recovery, eating disorders, exhausted overachievers, traditionally marginalized people (BIPOC/LGBTQ/etc), family secrets, adopted people (domestic & int'l), pre & post adoption search/reunion, DNA discoveries, and identity distress.
In-person services available NC, telehealth available in CO, FL, IL, NC, TX, VA. All are welcome regardless of family structure, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, race, or other minority status. Clients often ask: I'm tired of being sick, how can I be at peace with food? What's wrong with me? Who am I? Is this abuse? Why did my family keep secrets, and what do I do now that I know the truth? How do I move on? Does my provider support policies that harm me or my family? Why haven't I felt better despite overachieving? Or: Am I making too much of this? Others have it worse.
I have extensive experience with intimate partner violence/narcissistic abuse recovery, eating disorders, exhausted overachievers, traditionally marginalized people (BIPOC/LGBTQ/etc), family secrets, adopted people (domestic & int'l), pre & post adoption search/reunion, DNA discoveries, and identity distress.
In-person services available NC, telehealth available in CO, FL, IL, NC, TX, VA. All are welcome regardless of family structure, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, race, or other minority status. Clients often ask: I'm tired of being sick, how can I be at peace with food? What's wrong with me? Who am I? Is this abuse? Why did my family keep secrets, and what do I do now that I know the truth? How do I move on? Does my provider support policies that harm me or my family? Why haven't I felt better despite overachieving? Or: Am I making too much of this? Others have it worse.
I love helping people identify and heal from attachment injuries (extensive history working with adoption and transnational adoption) and substance/alcohol use challenges.
When certain parts of our life feel out of control, it creates stress can impact many areas of our life. Seeking help can feel like a chore. Not only do you have to find a therapist that feels like a good fit, but you have to tell your story to a stranger. I know all of this, and I want to make it feel easy, productive, and worth your time. I enjoy helping all people, but some of my refined interests include traumatic stress, attachment injuries (vast experience working with adoptees and their families), SUD's, and life transitions. I work with adults, teens, kids, couples and families.
I love helping people identify and heal from attachment injuries (extensive history working with adoption and transnational adoption) and substance/alcohol use challenges.
When certain parts of our life feel out of control, it creates stress can impact many areas of our life. Seeking help can feel like a chore. Not only do you have to find a therapist that feels like a good fit, but you have to tell your story to a stranger. I know all of this, and I want to make it feel easy, productive, and worth your time. I enjoy helping all people, but some of my refined interests include traumatic stress, attachment injuries (vast experience working with adoptees and their families), SUD's, and life transitions. I work with adults, teens, kids, couples and families.
Do you feel overwhelmed and alone? Are you facing change in your life? I work mostly with individuals--teens,college age, 20 and 30 somethings, and those in mid-life and beyond.I especially like working with women in transition (getting into or out of marriage; starting a family or adjusting to an empty nest; starting school or a new job or ending a career; facing the loss of a spouse or aging parent). I like to help women and men who want to know themselves better and value themselves more as they go through life's challenges.
Do you feel overwhelmed and alone? Are you facing change in your life? I work mostly with individuals--teens,college age, 20 and 30 somethings, and those in mid-life and beyond.I especially like working with women in transition (getting into or out of marriage; starting a family or adjusting to an empty nest; starting school or a new job or ending a career; facing the loss of a spouse or aging parent). I like to help women and men who want to know themselves better and value themselves more as they go through life's challenges.
Not currently accepting new clients.
Everyone experiences challenges in their life that can feel overwhelming. Seeking the help of a therapist during these times is a sign of strength, as it shows a willingness to address problems rather than avoid them. I offer solution-focused tools that you can begin to use right away. Using a cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic approach, I will help you identify goals and acquire the understanding and skills needed to experience positive change in your life and relationships.
Not currently accepting new clients.
Everyone experiences challenges in their life that can feel overwhelming. Seeking the help of a therapist during these times is a sign of strength, as it shows a willingness to address problems rather than avoid them. I offer solution-focused tools that you can begin to use right away. Using a cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic approach, I will help you identify goals and acquire the understanding and skills needed to experience positive change in your life and relationships.
Are you a millennial who learned your feelings are "too much" and that acceptance and love come from achievement so you are now an adult who people pleases and does their best to over function in a world of increasing demands and decreasing personal connection and support? Do you struggle with anxiety, overthinking, decision paralysis, or stress related to parenting or your relationship? Are you approaching or navigating a major life change (college, graduation, marriage, parenthood, new career)? Have you experienced something traumatic and never had the chance to fully understand your experience and the impact?
Are you a millennial who learned your feelings are "too much" and that acceptance and love come from achievement so you are now an adult who people pleases and does their best to over function in a world of increasing demands and decreasing personal connection and support? Do you struggle with anxiety, overthinking, decision paralysis, or stress related to parenting or your relationship? Are you approaching or navigating a major life change (college, graduation, marriage, parenthood, new career)? Have you experienced something traumatic and never had the chance to fully understand your experience and the impact?
Are you triggered by the past in daily situations at work and home? Are you ready to take back control of your life? My name is Leigh Ann, and I'd love to partner with you with the best techniques mental health has to offer to help you take control of your stress response. I have a master's in counseling and 20 years' experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. It would be my honor to partner with you in your mental health goals.
Are you triggered by the past in daily situations at work and home? Are you ready to take back control of your life? My name is Leigh Ann, and I'd love to partner with you with the best techniques mental health has to offer to help you take control of your stress response. I have a master's in counseling and 20 years' experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. It would be my honor to partner with you in your mental health goals.
You’ve built your life around solving complex problems, but lately, your thoughts won’t slow down. Whether you’re managing workplace pressure, academic stress, or major life changes, therapy can help you find clarity and relief. I specialize in working with professionals, PhD students, and post-docs who experience burnout, anxiety, or self-doubt. Together, we’ll set two focused goals by our third session and build practical strategies that fit your world; from deadlines and defenses, to family and fatigue.
You’ve built your life around solving complex problems, but lately, your thoughts won’t slow down. Whether you’re managing workplace pressure, academic stress, or major life changes, therapy can help you find clarity and relief. I specialize in working with professionals, PhD students, and post-docs who experience burnout, anxiety, or self-doubt. Together, we’ll set two focused goals by our third session and build practical strategies that fit your world; from deadlines and defenses, to family and fatigue.
I have training, experience, and interest in working children, families, and individuals who have experienced complex trauma, have very young children (ages 0-6), experienced adoption, and/or are neurodivergent (e
I use an attachment-based, relational, and neurodivergent affirming approach to help clients understand the connections among our neurology (brain wiring) and experiences by building safe, warm, and genuine therapeutic relationships. I approach clinical work intergenerationally and with an understanding of the deep systematic factors that affect our health.
I have training, experience, and interest in working children, families, and individuals who have experienced complex trauma, have very young children (ages 0-6), experienced adoption, and/or are neurodivergent (e
I use an attachment-based, relational, and neurodivergent affirming approach to help clients understand the connections among our neurology (brain wiring) and experiences by building safe, warm, and genuine therapeutic relationships. I approach clinical work intergenerationally and with an understanding of the deep systematic factors that affect our health.
Are you seeking to feel truly whole, not just patched up? I commend you for taking this courageous step toward a therapeutic journey! Together, we will work to restore your peace, rebuild your self-trust and self-confidence, and transform the patterns that have been holding you back. I offer dedicated and compassionate support to individuals struggling with various mental health challenges, including trauma, grief and loss, substance use, anxiety, and depression. My approach is integrative and evidence-based, customized for each individual client to meet you exactly where you are.
Are you seeking to feel truly whole, not just patched up? I commend you for taking this courageous step toward a therapeutic journey! Together, we will work to restore your peace, rebuild your self-trust and self-confidence, and transform the patterns that have been holding you back. I offer dedicated and compassionate support to individuals struggling with various mental health challenges, including trauma, grief and loss, substance use, anxiety, and depression. My approach is integrative and evidence-based, customized for each individual client to meet you exactly where you are.
My ideal clients are kids and teens who feel like life is “a lot” because it is. Big feelings, school stress, friend drama, family ups and downs, I help untangle it all. Parents want peace, kids want to be understood, and teens just want someone who gets it. Together we build coping skills, confidence, and ways to handle the hard stuff, while keeping space for humor and real talk. Therapy with me isn’t boring worksheets; it’s teamwork, growth, and learning how to feel steady even when life feels messy.
My ideal clients are kids and teens who feel like life is “a lot” because it is. Big feelings, school stress, friend drama, family ups and downs, I help untangle it all. Parents want peace, kids want to be understood, and teens just want someone who gets it. Together we build coping skills, confidence, and ways to handle the hard stuff, while keeping space for humor and real talk. Therapy with me isn’t boring worksheets; it’s teamwork, growth, and learning how to feel steady even when life feels messy.
Cornerstone Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
8 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27615
Our specialty areas: addiction, ADHD, adoption, anxiety, autism spectrum, behavioral issues, career counseling, depression, eating disorders, family conflict, grief, life transitions, marital/premarital, mood disorders, OCD, parenting, peer relationships, self-esteem, stress, trauma/PTSD
We have a full clinical team located in Raleigh, Wake Forest, Durham and Greenville, as well as a team that offers teletherapy to clients throughout the State of North Carolina. Please visit our website to learn more!
Our specialty areas: addiction, ADHD, adoption, anxiety, autism spectrum, behavioral issues, career counseling, depression, eating disorders, family conflict, grief, life transitions, marital/premarital, mood disorders, OCD, parenting, peer relationships, self-esteem, stress, trauma/PTSD
We have a full clinical team located in Raleigh, Wake Forest, Durham and Greenville, as well as a team that offers teletherapy to clients throughout the State of North Carolina. Please visit our website to learn more!
Our mission at True Impact Counseling Services, PLLC is to provide quality counseling that encourages positive change in the lives of our clients. We accomplish our mission by respectfully challenging, supporting, and equipping those we serve. We assert that all clients have the capacity to impact and influence their circumstances. We are committed to meeting our clients where they are in life and working to help them attain their stated goals.
Our mission at True Impact Counseling Services, PLLC is to provide quality counseling that encourages positive change in the lives of our clients. We accomplish our mission by respectfully challenging, supporting, and equipping those we serve. We assert that all clients have the capacity to impact and influence their circumstances. We are committed to meeting our clients where they are in life and working to help them attain their stated goals.
Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and I am here to support you in that process. I have experience in helping individuals with stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment.
Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage, and I am here to support you in that process. I have experience in helping individuals with stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment.
Megan Henrichsen
Psychological Associate, HSP-PA, LBA, BCBA
Raleigh, NC 27612
Waitlist for new clients
I am a psychologist and a behavior analyst who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other diagnoses, or who may have autism, as well as adults in crisis. My passions lie in helping with the struggles that people are going through in order to lead successful and fulfilling lives. I empower my patients to be an advocate for themselves, reclaim their lives, and pursue their passions.
I am a psychologist and a behavior analyst who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other diagnoses, or who may have autism, as well as adults in crisis. My passions lie in helping with the struggles that people are going through in order to lead successful and fulfilling lives. I empower my patients to be an advocate for themselves, reclaim their lives, and pursue their passions.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.