Emotionally Focused Therapists in Raleigh, NC
Patricia Pace
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LCMHC, NCC, LCAS
6 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27612
As part of her commitment to serving and supporting her clients, Patricia brings these specialties to her practice: Mental Health Integrative Medicine, Family Systems, Emotional Field Therapy ( EFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Patricia Pace is a Licensed Professional Counselor, with expertise in helping clients recover from Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Grief, Addictions and Trauma. She excels in helping individuals and families move through life transitions (major and minor), rebound from setbacks (large and small) and work through the everyday challenges of work and life. She also offers pre-marital, marriage and family counseling (for traditional, non-traditional and alternative couple and family structures). Additionally, Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCASA), and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
As part of her commitment to serving and supporting her clients, Patricia brings these specialties to her practice: Mental Health Integrative Medicine, Family Systems, Emotional Field Therapy ( EFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Patricia Pace is a Licensed Professional Counselor, with expertise in helping clients recover from Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Grief, Addictions and Trauma. She excels in helping individuals and families move through life transitions (major and minor), rebound from setbacks (large and small) and work through the everyday challenges of work and life. She also offers pre-marital, marriage and family counseling (for traditional, non-traditional and alternative couple and family structures). Additionally, Patricia is a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCASA), and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP).
Jeremy George
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
6 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27606
Waitlist for new clients
Attachment based modalities include Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals (EFIT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy for Families (EFFT).
I believe that most of the challenges we face in life can be resolved and healing can be experienced in a trusting relationship with a key attachment figure. I believe I can help you increase your ability to be trusted, as well as your ability to trust those whom are worthy of your trust.
Attachment based modalities include Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals (EFIT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy for Families (EFFT).
I believe that most of the challenges we face in life can be resolved and healing can be experienced in a trusting relationship with a key attachment figure. I believe I can help you increase your ability to be trusted, as well as your ability to trust those whom are worthy of your trust.
I utilize attachment work, emotionally focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Whether you are navigating unhealthy attachments, having relationship and marital concerns, or overwhelmed with anxiety and fear there is hope for you to overcome! My therapeutic approach remains the same whether there is one or more persons in my office, I believe the quality of our relationships is mostly determined by the quality of our individual lives, and I endeavor to help my clients understand how their thoughts, misalignment of values, and unresolved rejection and abandonment concerns impact every area of their lives.
I utilize attachment work, emotionally focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Whether you are navigating unhealthy attachments, having relationship and marital concerns, or overwhelmed with anxiety and fear there is hope for you to overcome! My therapeutic approach remains the same whether there is one or more persons in my office, I believe the quality of our relationships is mostly determined by the quality of our individual lives, and I endeavor to help my clients understand how their thoughts, misalignment of values, and unresolved rejection and abandonment concerns impact every area of their lives.
Lisa Lund, MFT, Certified Gottman Couple Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CRC
Raleigh, NC 27609
I am also trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy ( EFT), Discernment Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Cognitive Therapy and PACT.
At A Couples Place we use evidence-based skills to help couples improve their communication. Our approach is based on what real couples in John Gottman's research were doing to keep their relationships strong versus couples who lost their way. We work with couples in all sorts of situations including couples who are in crisis, couples needing a tune-up and couples wanting to get off to a good start in pre-marital or pre-commitment counseling. Our focus for couples is repair if needed, building friendship, managing conflict, supporting individual goals and enhancing shared meaning. ALL couples are welcome.
I am also trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy ( EFT), Discernment Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Cognitive Therapy and PACT.
At A Couples Place we use evidence-based skills to help couples improve their communication. Our approach is based on what real couples in John Gottman's research were doing to keep their relationships strong versus couples who lost their way. We work with couples in all sorts of situations including couples who are in crisis, couples needing a tune-up and couples wanting to get off to a good start in pre-marital or pre-commitment counseling. Our focus for couples is repair if needed, building friendship, managing conflict, supporting individual goals and enhancing shared meaning. ALL couples are welcome.
My work is informed by Polyvagal & attachment theories; and pulls from a variety of evidence-based models including mindfulness, narrative therapy, EFT & Gottman approaches, among others.
Each individual or couple is unique and will need an individualized approach. Individuals and couples with diverse gender expressions/identities and sexual orientations are welcome and embraced. I work with adult individuals and couples of all ages, with a particular interest in those that are midlife and beyond.
My work is informed by Polyvagal & attachment theories; and pulls from a variety of evidence-based models including mindfulness, narrative therapy, EFT & Gottman approaches, among others.
Each individual or couple is unique and will need an individualized approach. Individuals and couples with diverse gender expressions/identities and sexual orientations are welcome and embraced. I work with adult individuals and couples of all ages, with a particular interest in those that are midlife and beyond.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Yuri Sklad
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT, CSOTP, CSAT-C
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am PREPARE/ENRICH certified and received Emotionally Focused Therapy training.
If you are struggling with anxiety, compulsive behaviors, wish to overcome the consequences of traumatic experiences, or feel stuck in your life journey, I invite you to contact me. As a therapist, I strive to provide a supportive environment for individuals to gain greater self-awareness and self-regulation. In our work together, we will hold space for difficult emotions, increase self-compassion, identify patterns that have helped you in the past and may not be serving you now, and develop new skills so that you are able to gently move toward living a more fulfilling life aligned with your values.
I am PREPARE/ENRICH certified and received Emotionally Focused Therapy training.
If you are struggling with anxiety, compulsive behaviors, wish to overcome the consequences of traumatic experiences, or feel stuck in your life journey, I invite you to contact me. As a therapist, I strive to provide a supportive environment for individuals to gain greater self-awareness and self-regulation. In our work together, we will hold space for difficult emotions, increase self-compassion, identify patterns that have helped you in the past and may not be serving you now, and develop new skills so that you are able to gently move toward living a more fulfilling life aligned with your values.
Kinga Gudor @ Deep Connections Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I use Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy ( EFT), an attachment based therapy method.
My area of interest includes working with individuals from a multicultural background, and with cross-cultural couples. Having immigrated as a young adult, I have experience that allows me to be especially attuned to multicultural individuals and cross-cultural couples who are straddling two worlds.
I use Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy ( EFT), an attachment based therapy method.
My area of interest includes working with individuals from a multicultural background, and with cross-cultural couples. Having immigrated as a young adult, I have experience that allows me to be especially attuned to multicultural individuals and cross-cultural couples who are straddling two worlds.
Jessica N Carter
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LMFT, LCMHC, MS
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27614
I accomplish those goals using emotionally focused therapy, psychoeducation, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I often look at life as a roller coaster. It's filled with ups and downs, twists and turns. Some of the things that life throws our way we are not prepared for and have felt as though we have no one to turn to. In the past therapy was frowned upon and what happens in the family was suppose to stay in the family, but if healing has never taken place and we have not learned new ways of handling the twist and turns of life we tend to repeat generational patterns. We were not meant to live alone so why should we have to go through difficult situations alone? We shouldn't! Professional help is available so let's start healing.
I accomplish those goals using emotionally focused therapy, psychoeducation, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I often look at life as a roller coaster. It's filled with ups and downs, twists and turns. Some of the things that life throws our way we are not prepared for and have felt as though we have no one to turn to. In the past therapy was frowned upon and what happens in the family was suppose to stay in the family, but if healing has never taken place and we have not learned new ways of handling the twist and turns of life we tend to repeat generational patterns. We were not meant to live alone so why should we have to go through difficult situations alone? We shouldn't! Professional help is available so let's start healing.
I primarily focus on the use of Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as my foundational therapeutic modalities.
The stories of our lives have a tremendous impact on who we are as people, and how we feel. As a narrative-based therapist, it is my privilege to be invited to witness your story and be part of the change that you are seeking. With training in marriage and family therapy comes a unique understanding of how relational experiences, how you grow up, communities, and society as a whole can impact how each person interacts with and understands the world around them. I operate from a neurodivergent affirming and trauma-informed style, and seek to offer a compassionate and understanding atmosphere while inviting you to challenge yourself.
I primarily focus on the use of Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as my foundational therapeutic modalities.
The stories of our lives have a tremendous impact on who we are as people, and how we feel. As a narrative-based therapist, it is my privilege to be invited to witness your story and be part of the change that you are seeking. With training in marriage and family therapy comes a unique understanding of how relational experiences, how you grow up, communities, and society as a whole can impact how each person interacts with and understands the world around them. I operate from a neurodivergent affirming and trauma-informed style, and seek to offer a compassionate and understanding atmosphere while inviting you to challenge yourself.
I integrate experiential, insight-oriented modalities including EMDR, ACT, IFS; and EFT, IFIO, and Gottman Method for couples.
You are hoping to understand how early experiences shaped you and how to guide the unprocessed energy in your body to a safety in the present. You may “know what’s wrong” or “how it happened” but struggle to break out of old patterns that feel locked in place. You are ready to explore and get curious toward the burdened parts of yourself that may have been your protection or solace from the world around you. If this sounds like you, I’m so glad you’re here & I hope to have the opportunity to work alongside you in your journey home to Self.
I integrate experiential, insight-oriented modalities including EMDR, ACT, IFS; and EFT, IFIO, and Gottman Method for couples.
You are hoping to understand how early experiences shaped you and how to guide the unprocessed energy in your body to a safety in the present. You may “know what’s wrong” or “how it happened” but struggle to break out of old patterns that feel locked in place. You are ready to explore and get curious toward the burdened parts of yourself that may have been your protection or solace from the world around you. If this sounds like you, I’m so glad you’re here & I hope to have the opportunity to work alongside you in your journey home to Self.
I achieve this mainly through Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT), which looks at how we bond with our partners and how negative communication patterns impact our relationships.
Aside from EFT, I also pull from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. In my two years of practice I have been exposed to many populations and presenting problems, though I mainly work with adults and couples. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, PTSD, affairs, sexual issues, and other relationship issues.
I achieve this mainly through Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT), which looks at how we bond with our partners and how negative communication patterns impact our relationships.
Aside from EFT, I also pull from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. In my two years of practice I have been exposed to many populations and presenting problems, though I mainly work with adults and couples. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, PTSD, affairs, sexual issues, and other relationship issues.
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.
I utilize a range of therapeutic approaches, such as family systems, CBT, DBT, EFT, and mindfulness.
I enjoy working with individuals facing life transitions, whether that be starting college, getting a new job, adjusting to a disability, or welcoming a child. I have a special passion for working with individuals who are in the perinatal period, from those who are trying to conceive to those who are pregnant or postpartum and facing anxiety, depression, or trauma. I also enjoy working with parents and caregivers of kids of all ages and providing support through the ups and downs of family life.
I utilize a range of therapeutic approaches, such as family systems, CBT, DBT, EFT, and mindfulness.
I enjoy working with individuals facing life transitions, whether that be starting college, getting a new job, adjusting to a disability, or welcoming a child. I have a special passion for working with individuals who are in the perinatal period, from those who are trying to conceive to those who are pregnant or postpartum and facing anxiety, depression, or trauma. I also enjoy working with parents and caregivers of kids of all ages and providing support through the ups and downs of family life.
Lauren is an experience clinician who has worked in a variety of settings before finding a home specializing in women's health, sexual disorders and couple's work. She has certifications in Emotional Focused Therapy ( EFT) and wrote her thesis on vulvodynia. Lauren is down to earth, candid and empathic clinician who hopes clients can find freedom and play.
Lauren is an experience clinician who has worked in a variety of settings before finding a home specializing in women's health, sexual disorders and couple's work. She has certifications in Emotional Focused Therapy ( EFT) and wrote her thesis on vulvodynia. Lauren is down to earth, candid and empathic clinician who hopes clients can find freedom and play.
I am trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, and hold a Sex Therapy Certificate from the California Institute of Integral Studies.
Finding a therapist that you connect with and feel understood by is an integral part of therapy. I help people work towards improved connection within themselves, their relationships, and their sexuality. At times we may struggle to communicate and connect with our partners, experience a lack of passion and romance, or have difficulty managing life struggles, distressing events, or conflict in our relationships. Therapy can be a chance to rediscover yourself, your relationships, and heal from painful life experiences while exploring new resources to help grow a healthy, intimate relationship with yourself and your partner.
I am trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, and hold a Sex Therapy Certificate from the California Institute of Integral Studies.
Finding a therapist that you connect with and feel understood by is an integral part of therapy. I help people work towards improved connection within themselves, their relationships, and their sexuality. At times we may struggle to communicate and connect with our partners, experience a lack of passion and romance, or have difficulty managing life struggles, distressing events, or conflict in our relationships. Therapy can be a chance to rediscover yourself, your relationships, and heal from painful life experiences while exploring new resources to help grow a healthy, intimate relationship with yourself and your partner.
Amanda is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who uses her training in Family Systems Theory, Attachment, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help her clients achieve their goals in therapy.
Amanda has worked with clients undergoing difficulties with depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, communication, grief, trauma, life adjustment, eating disorders, health conditions, OCD symptoms, women’s issues, sexual concerns, and divorce. Amanda values enriching the client experience by incorporating the client's unique culture and spirituality.
Amanda is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who uses her training in Family Systems Theory, Attachment, and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help her clients achieve their goals in therapy.
Amanda has worked with clients undergoing difficulties with depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, communication, grief, trauma, life adjustment, eating disorders, health conditions, OCD symptoms, women’s issues, sexual concerns, and divorce. Amanda values enriching the client experience by incorporating the client's unique culture and spirituality.
I often use CBT, Structural Family Therapy, EFT, Christian Counseling and Motivational Interviewing in my practice.
As a counselor, I am someone who values my client's goals and desires to create a space for them to feel seen, heard, validated, and for them to feel empowered to tackle life. I have a focus on men's issues, Christian counseling, family therapy, teens, racial identity, and trauma-informed counseling. I offer a supportive space for individuals and families to explore their challenges and foster growth. With a deep commitment to understanding and empathy, I work collaboratively with clients to navigate their unique struggles and cultivate healthier relationships.
I often use CBT, Structural Family Therapy, EFT, Christian Counseling and Motivational Interviewing in my practice.
As a counselor, I am someone who values my client's goals and desires to create a space for them to feel seen, heard, validated, and for them to feel empowered to tackle life. I have a focus on men's issues, Christian counseling, family therapy, teens, racial identity, and trauma-informed counseling. I offer a supportive space for individuals and families to explore their challenges and foster growth. With a deep commitment to understanding and empathy, I work collaboratively with clients to navigate their unique struggles and cultivate healthier relationships.
Awakenings Counseling for Couples and Sex Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCMHC, AASECT
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27615
Whether online or in-person, our licensed therapists use scientifically backed methods like Attachment Theory, Emotionally-Focused Therapy ( EFT), Gottman Therapy, and Imago Therapy to help you find lasting happiness
Struggling in Your Relationship? We Can Help!
Do you need in-person or online couples counseling, sex therapy, or marriage counseling near you? Are you experiencing emotional connection problems or low sexual desire, intimacy issues, menopausal/cancer's impact on sex? Do you and your partner argue about sexual frequency, mismatched libidos, or lack of affection? Is he stonewalling or emotionally unavailable? Is she constantly criticizing or angry? Are you struggling with trust issues, betrayal trauma, or rebuilding intimacy after infidelity? Healthy relationships require deep intimacy, trust, and satisfying sex to thrive.
Whether online or in-person, our licensed therapists use scientifically backed methods like Attachment Theory, Emotionally-Focused Therapy ( EFT), Gottman Therapy, and Imago Therapy to help you find lasting happiness
Struggling in Your Relationship? We Can Help!
Do you need in-person or online couples counseling, sex therapy, or marriage counseling near you? Are you experiencing emotional connection problems or low sexual desire, intimacy issues, menopausal/cancer's impact on sex? Do you and your partner argue about sexual frequency, mismatched libidos, or lack of affection? Is he stonewalling or emotionally unavailable? Is she constantly criticizing or angry? Are you struggling with trust issues, betrayal trauma, or rebuilding intimacy after infidelity? Healthy relationships require deep intimacy, trust, and satisfying sex to thrive.
I specialize in relationship counseling through the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I truly believe that everyone is capable of positive change. My role is to offer a supportive, nurturing environment where we can form a collaborative partnership and explore your unique experiences. Together we will develop a holistic treatment plan that addresses the mind, body, and spirit. We will work to build healthy habits, balance emotions, strengthen relationships, reprocess trauma, challenge automatic thoughts, and increase joy. Along the way, we celebrate every win, large or small.
I specialize in relationship counseling through the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I truly believe that everyone is capable of positive change. My role is to offer a supportive, nurturing environment where we can form a collaborative partnership and explore your unique experiences. Together we will develop a holistic treatment plan that addresses the mind, body, and spirit. We will work to build healthy habits, balance emotions, strengthen relationships, reprocess trauma, challenge automatic thoughts, and increase joy. Along the way, we celebrate every win, large or small.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.