Christian Therapists in Raleigh, NC

Are you looking to better understand yourself and your experiences? Have you felt disconnected or misunderstood by those around you? Therapy can be a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported as you navigate life’s challenges. I believe that healing happens in safe, non-judgmental spaces where you can show up as your authentic self.
Are you looking to better understand yourself and your experiences? Have you felt disconnected or misunderstood by those around you? Therapy can be a space where you feel seen, heard, and supported as you navigate life’s challenges. I believe that healing happens in safe, non-judgmental spaces where you can show up as your authentic self.

Are you struggling with self-esteem or body image, you're not alone. Maybe you’ve been feeling stuck in a cycle of self-criticism, comparison, or shame. My work centers around helping you reconnect with your sense of self-worth and build a more compassionate relationship with your body
I use creative, integrative approaches that go beyond talk therapy — incorporating expressive arts, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and spirituality to help you explore your inner world in new, empowering ways. Whether you're navigating the lasting effects of trauma, cultural pressures, or perfectionism, I offer a space of acceptance and caring.
Are you struggling with self-esteem or body image, you're not alone. Maybe you’ve been feeling stuck in a cycle of self-criticism, comparison, or shame. My work centers around helping you reconnect with your sense of self-worth and build a more compassionate relationship with your body
I use creative, integrative approaches that go beyond talk therapy — incorporating expressive arts, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and spirituality to help you explore your inner world in new, empowering ways. Whether you're navigating the lasting effects of trauma, cultural pressures, or perfectionism, I offer a space of acceptance and caring.

Life is filled with transitions that can leave you feeling disoriented. I understand what it’s like when the picture you imagined for your life is not your current reality. Whether it be related to your career, your marital status, your health, relationships, or family losses, you can find a safe place in our sessions to sort your thoughts, explore your emotions, and discover a new way of thinking and being.
Life is filled with transitions that can leave you feeling disoriented. I understand what it’s like when the picture you imagined for your life is not your current reality. Whether it be related to your career, your marital status, your health, relationships, or family losses, you can find a safe place in our sessions to sort your thoughts, explore your emotions, and discover a new way of thinking and being.

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.

The Rose of Sharon Counseling Services
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I welcome you to take the first step into the BEST decision of your life, taking care of "your" well-being. Life is difficult for everyone but "you" don't have to face it alone! As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I will be there with you! I work with a diverse clientele and believe in meeting people where they are. Health and Wellness are important in keeping a balanced life, physically, mentally, and emotionally.
I welcome you to take the first step into the BEST decision of your life, taking care of "your" well-being. Life is difficult for everyone but "you" don't have to face it alone! As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I will be there with you! I work with a diverse clientele and believe in meeting people where they are. Health and Wellness are important in keeping a balanced life, physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Hey there! Are you ready for mental and emotional healing? I believe in the importance of establishing rapport with my clients built on safety, trust, and
client self-determination. I am specialized in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who are experiencing difficulties related but not limited to dealing with life changes, depression, anxiety, borderline personality, cultivating healthy relationships, emotion dysregulation, grief, conflict resolution just to name a few.
Hey there! Are you ready for mental and emotional healing? I believe in the importance of establishing rapport with my clients built on safety, trust, and
client self-determination. I am specialized in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who are experiencing difficulties related but not limited to dealing with life changes, depression, anxiety, borderline personality, cultivating healthy relationships, emotion dysregulation, grief, conflict resolution just to name a few.

Valerie Hartzog Thorn
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27607
The pain, the trauma, the struggle is real. I desire to walk with you to heal the hurt, redeem the loss, & begin to allow yourself to live in the moment. Start a new beginning today, you do not have to keep living in the past. I honor a client's personal and spiritual values and strive to integrate faith and psychology's best practices. My special interests and experience include working with adults, adolescents, with anxiety, depression & trauma. My theoretical approach uses evidenced based practices, integrating Person Centered, Trauma informed Care, Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral therapy and Solution Focused techniques.
The pain, the trauma, the struggle is real. I desire to walk with you to heal the hurt, redeem the loss, & begin to allow yourself to live in the moment. Start a new beginning today, you do not have to keep living in the past. I honor a client's personal and spiritual values and strive to integrate faith and psychology's best practices. My special interests and experience include working with adults, adolescents, with anxiety, depression & trauma. My theoretical approach uses evidenced based practices, integrating Person Centered, Trauma informed Care, Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral therapy and Solution Focused techniques.

Hi, I am Doug Phares a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) residing in the state of North Carolina. I have several years experience working with various clients from the ages 5 through adulthood. In my practice I have helped clients find positive solutions to problems with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, substance use, ADHD, mood disorders, and other related disorders.
Hi, I am Doug Phares a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) residing in the state of North Carolina. I have several years experience working with various clients from the ages 5 through adulthood. In my practice I have helped clients find positive solutions to problems with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, substance use, ADHD, mood disorders, and other related disorders.

The process of working with a new client is to gather pertinent information about the client's psychosocial, environment, and past family history to help accurately diagnose the client. Once a diagnosis is made then a treatment plan would be developed conjointly between the client and me utilizing S.M.A.R.T. goals. S.M.A.R.T. goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-based goals that would help the client be successful in treatment. If you are looking for a counselor who is genuine, compassionate, authentic, and who will listen and care about your concerns. Then I am here to help you restore your self-worth.
The process of working with a new client is to gather pertinent information about the client's psychosocial, environment, and past family history to help accurately diagnose the client. Once a diagnosis is made then a treatment plan would be developed conjointly between the client and me utilizing S.M.A.R.T. goals. S.M.A.R.T. goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-based goals that would help the client be successful in treatment. If you are looking for a counselor who is genuine, compassionate, authentic, and who will listen and care about your concerns. Then I am here to help you restore your self-worth.

Do you find yourself struggling with overthinking, relationship satisfaction, or relieving past hurts or scary moments? Please know that you don't have to go through this. Establishing treatment with the goal to manage these symptoms, and in many cases eliminate the symptom is within reach. To wake up feeling light and burdensome free, without past hurts shadowing over your present is reason enough to establish care.
Do you find yourself struggling with overthinking, relationship satisfaction, or relieving past hurts or scary moments? Please know that you don't have to go through this. Establishing treatment with the goal to manage these symptoms, and in many cases eliminate the symptom is within reach. To wake up feeling light and burdensome free, without past hurts shadowing over your present is reason enough to establish care.

Now accepting new clients for individual therapy and ADHD assessments. Individuals of all ages and backgrounds are welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (formerly LPC) with 7+ years of post-graduate experience who enjoys helping individuals thrive in various life stages. I favor a Person-Centered approach and pull from Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Sand Tray/Art Therapy to best meet the needs of each individual client. I have a multi-cultural family background.
Now accepting new clients for individual therapy and ADHD assessments. Individuals of all ages and backgrounds are welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (formerly LPC) with 7+ years of post-graduate experience who enjoys helping individuals thrive in various life stages. I favor a Person-Centered approach and pull from Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Sand Tray/Art Therapy to best meet the needs of each individual client. I have a multi-cultural family background.

I believe that counseling can be transformative at all ages and stages in life. Our constantly changing world presents new challenges everyday. I would be honored to support you in your journey to find answers, meaning, and understanding in this confusing world.
I believe that counseling can be transformative at all ages and stages in life. Our constantly changing world presents new challenges everyday. I would be honored to support you in your journey to find answers, meaning, and understanding in this confusing world.

If you find yourself feeling low and unmotivated to accomplish tasks, feel out of control because your emotions or thoughts are intense, or maybe you feel like there needs to be a change in your lifestyle, this could be a launch point for getting into therapy. As a therapist I hope to create a safe and welcoming environment for people to feel comfortable sharing their life experiences with me at their own pace. There are also times in which life circumstances may be overwhelming, or certain trauma triggers are continuing to be an issue, we can work on how to manage the difficult emotions in order to function in any environment.
If you find yourself feeling low and unmotivated to accomplish tasks, feel out of control because your emotions or thoughts are intense, or maybe you feel like there needs to be a change in your lifestyle, this could be a launch point for getting into therapy. As a therapist I hope to create a safe and welcoming environment for people to feel comfortable sharing their life experiences with me at their own pace. There are also times in which life circumstances may be overwhelming, or certain trauma triggers are continuing to be an issue, we can work on how to manage the difficult emotions in order to function in any environment.

If you’re seeking the tools to cope with unexpected changes, want more fulfillment in your interpersonal relationships, or you’re struggling to see your self-worth, therapy can be the place you find your footing again. I provide support for clients experiencing complex trauma, anxiety, depression, social anxiety, racial identity stressors, and life cycle changes.
If you’re seeking the tools to cope with unexpected changes, want more fulfillment in your interpersonal relationships, or you’re struggling to see your self-worth, therapy can be the place you find your footing again. I provide support for clients experiencing complex trauma, anxiety, depression, social anxiety, racial identity stressors, and life cycle changes.

Are you struggling with feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unmotivated? Are you dealing with a stressful life transition and need support? Whether you are looking for a space to process worries, to learn new coping skills, or to feel like yourself again, I'm here for you! I can help you make a plan to feel better and reach your goals. I work with adults, teens, and children ages 8+. All sessions are virtual.
Are you struggling with feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unmotivated? Are you dealing with a stressful life transition and need support? Whether you are looking for a space to process worries, to learn new coping skills, or to feel like yourself again, I'm here for you! I can help you make a plan to feel better and reach your goals. I work with adults, teens, and children ages 8+. All sessions are virtual.

Everyone is dealing with something, and everyone needs someone to listen or talk to. I approach each of my clients with empathy and understanding of their situation, whatever it may be. I work with individuals age 18 and up who struggle with a variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, interpersonal conflict, and more. I’m a firm believer in using transparency with my clients to create a healthy and trusting therapeutic relationship.
Everyone is dealing with something, and everyone needs someone to listen or talk to. I approach each of my clients with empathy and understanding of their situation, whatever it may be. I work with individuals age 18 and up who struggle with a variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, interpersonal conflict, and more. I’m a firm believer in using transparency with my clients to create a healthy and trusting therapeutic relationship.

I have experience supporting clients through various challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. With a particular interest in clients who are neurodivergent, whether you have ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or other conditions, I recognize that your experiences are beautifully unique. I offer a safe and inclusive environment where you can explore your strengths, embrace your differences, and develop strategies to navigate the challenges that may arise. Another area of interest for me is working with Spiritual/Religious concerns especially religious trauma.
I have experience supporting clients through various challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions. With a particular interest in clients who are neurodivergent, whether you have ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or other conditions, I recognize that your experiences are beautifully unique. I offer a safe and inclusive environment where you can explore your strengths, embrace your differences, and develop strategies to navigate the challenges that may arise. Another area of interest for me is working with Spiritual/Religious concerns especially religious trauma.

Wouldn't it be great to explore the positive possibilities for your life and your dreams. Are you hoping to gain a deeper understanding your own thoughts and actions so that you can consciously work to be more fulfilled and more at peace daily? Are you ready to let go of any guilt, shame, hurt, confusion, or unforgiveness from the past to lay a stronger, more emotionally healthy foundation for your future?
Wouldn't it be great to explore the positive possibilities for your life and your dreams. Are you hoping to gain a deeper understanding your own thoughts and actions so that you can consciously work to be more fulfilled and more at peace daily? Are you ready to let go of any guilt, shame, hurt, confusion, or unforgiveness from the past to lay a stronger, more emotionally healthy foundation for your future?

I have 18 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I also train master's and doctoral level student therapists at a local university to help clients confront their life challenges. Throughout my career, I have never met a truly "broken" person incapable of making positive changes, and I work collaboratively with my clients to resolve their unique issues. My focus is increasing personal empowerment and agency in one's life increasing their ability to navigate life's problems. I'm a very laid-back professional and I take pride in being flexible with my clients.
I have 18 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I also train master's and doctoral level student therapists at a local university to help clients confront their life challenges. Throughout my career, I have never met a truly "broken" person incapable of making positive changes, and I work collaboratively with my clients to resolve their unique issues. My focus is increasing personal empowerment and agency in one's life increasing their ability to navigate life's problems. I'm a very laid-back professional and I take pride in being flexible with my clients.

Everyone needs someone to walk the journey of life with. Someone to remind them of their value and worth. Someone to help them process life in a safe space, someone to help guide them to live up to the fullest expression of who they were created to be. I am here to help you on this journey no matter where you are in this current moment.
Everyone needs someone to walk the journey of life with. Someone to remind them of their value and worth. Someone to help them process life in a safe space, someone to help guide them to live up to the fullest expression of who they were created to be. I am here to help you on this journey no matter where you are in this current moment.
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