Parenting Therapists in Raleigh, NC
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here and found my page. If you’ve landed here, you may be seeking healing, growth, or support in navigating something that’s been on your mind—for yourself, your child, or your family. As a former educator and school counselor, I bring a deep understanding of both academic and emotional challenges. Since obtaining licensure, I have been working with clients in individual sessions, helping them navigate life’s challenges and move toward healing. I specialize in working with children ages 7–18, young adults, adults, and families facing a wide variety of challenges.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here and found my page. If you’ve landed here, you may be seeking healing, growth, or support in navigating something that’s been on your mind—for yourself, your child, or your family. As a former educator and school counselor, I bring a deep understanding of both academic and emotional challenges. Since obtaining licensure, I have been working with clients in individual sessions, helping them navigate life’s challenges and move toward healing. I specialize in working with children ages 7–18, young adults, adults, and families facing a wide variety of challenges.
If you are exhausted and overwhelmed in your role as a parent, drained from the struggles of challenging child behavior, feeling anxious and second guessing your parenting approach, or simply want to get a handle on some current challenges before they turn into bigger issues, parent-child therapy can help.
My specialty is Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). It is an evidence-based, play-based, strengths-focused model for caregivers and their children ages 2-9 years old. Together, we will work to understand your child's unique needs and practice specific strategies to effectively address behavior challenges, no matter how difficult.
If you are exhausted and overwhelmed in your role as a parent, drained from the struggles of challenging child behavior, feeling anxious and second guessing your parenting approach, or simply want to get a handle on some current challenges before they turn into bigger issues, parent-child therapy can help.
My specialty is Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). It is an evidence-based, play-based, strengths-focused model for caregivers and their children ages 2-9 years old. Together, we will work to understand your child's unique needs and practice specific strategies to effectively address behavior challenges, no matter how difficult.
I also support moms balancing parenting challenges, relationships, and personal growth, as well as women in ministry and clergy who face unique pressures.
I specialize in strengthening relationships, reducing stress, and helping clients uncover healthier patterns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical, while also offering space for deep, transformative work. Together we’ll explore challenges, build tools, and create lasting change.
I also support moms balancing parenting challenges, relationships, and personal growth, as well as women in ministry and clergy who face unique pressures.
I specialize in strengthening relationships, reducing stress, and helping clients uncover healthier patterns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical, while also offering space for deep, transformative work. Together we’ll explore challenges, build tools, and create lasting change.
Sherisse Kelly Bailey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS, LCAS, CSI, CSOTS, DOTSAP
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27612
Welcome to Mind Over Matters Counseling. My name is Sherisse Bailey and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. I like to begin by thanking you for taking the first step in becoming a healthier you. I believe the counseling experience is journey of self discovery; one that is special, private, and a mutual interaction between the counselor and the consumer. Trust and genuine understanding is a crucial aspect of this relationship.
Welcome to Mind Over Matters Counseling. My name is Sherisse Bailey and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. I like to begin by thanking you for taking the first step in becoming a healthier you. I believe the counseling experience is journey of self discovery; one that is special, private, and a mutual interaction between the counselor and the consumer. Trust and genuine understanding is a crucial aspect of this relationship.
With many years in helping individuals, couples and parents, he is skilled, intentional and compassionate, as he guides you to proactively address a broad scope of concerns.
Kosta is certified & specializes in the treatment of Sex Addiction and Betrayal Trauma (Infidelity), experienced in helping couples with Full Disclosures. Within an atmosphere of safety and confidentiality, his focus is on dynamic boundary setting and great relationship building. It is his privilege to assist clients to realize their authentic worth.
With many years in helping individuals, couples and parents, he is skilled, intentional and compassionate, as he guides you to proactively address a broad scope of concerns.
Kosta is certified & specializes in the treatment of Sex Addiction and Betrayal Trauma (Infidelity), experienced in helping couples with Full Disclosures. Within an atmosphere of safety and confidentiality, his focus is on dynamic boundary setting and great relationship building. It is his privilege to assist clients to realize their authentic worth.
She treats people struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, parenting, relationship challenges, work/life balance, burnout and compassion fatigue, and low self-esteem.
Karen uses a personalized, strengths-based, psychodynamic approach that incorporates positive psychology, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapies to help people process their feelings and experiences. She believes that with the safety and support of a therapeutic partnership, people can access their own wisdom to respond to their challenges.
She treats people struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, parenting, relationship challenges, work/life balance, burnout and compassion fatigue, and low self-esteem.
Karen uses a personalized, strengths-based, psychodynamic approach that incorporates positive psychology, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapies to help people process their feelings and experiences. She believes that with the safety and support of a therapeutic partnership, people can access their own wisdom to respond to their challenges.
Growing up today can be complicated, and parenting can certainly feel overwhelming at times.
I bring over 21 years of experience caring for families. Concerns that I treat include anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD, OCD, life transitions, parenting concerns, and more. I also help clients build social skills, increase confidence, manage stress, strengthen communication, and develop healthier relationships.
Growing up today can be complicated, and parenting can certainly feel overwhelming at times.
I bring over 21 years of experience caring for families. Concerns that I treat include anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD, OCD, life transitions, parenting concerns, and more. I also help clients build social skills, increase confidence, manage stress, strengthen communication, and develop healthier relationships.
Hi, and welcome. The relationship that I build with my clients is the foundation to gaining tools for greater health, wellness, and behavioral outcomes. I use the Polyvagal Theory to help promote understanding of our connectivity to our bodies, environment, and connection with others. I am truly a client-centered therapist meaning I will use varying skills, training, and models to best support your needs.
Hi, and welcome. The relationship that I build with my clients is the foundation to gaining tools for greater health, wellness, and behavioral outcomes. I use the Polyvagal Theory to help promote understanding of our connectivity to our bodies, environment, and connection with others. I am truly a client-centered therapist meaning I will use varying skills, training, and models to best support your needs.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, parenting stress, and major life transitions, often at moments when the way forward feels unclear.
With experience as a K-12 teacher and in leadership and career development in higher education, I have always loved helping people connect with their strengths and unique paths to success. I take an existential/behavioral approach drawing on techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solutions Focused Brief Therapy.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, parenting stress, and major life transitions, often at moments when the way forward feels unclear.
With experience as a K-12 teacher and in leadership and career development in higher education, I have always loved helping people connect with their strengths and unique paths to success. I take an existential/behavioral approach drawing on techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solutions Focused Brief Therapy.
As a cis queer woman with 25+ years of experience, I work with adults, teens, parents, couples, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Whether you’re sorting out who you are, struggling in a relationship, or just ready to grow — you belong here. I’ve devoted my life to celebrating uniqueness and helping people see themselves with both compassion and possibility. Community and advocacy are in my bones, and I warmly welcome those who share those values.
As a cis queer woman with 25+ years of experience, I work with adults, teens, parents, couples, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Whether you’re sorting out who you are, struggling in a relationship, or just ready to grow — you belong here. I’ve devoted my life to celebrating uniqueness and helping people see themselves with both compassion and possibility. Community and advocacy are in my bones, and I warmly welcome those who share those values.
Ellen currently works mostly with individual adults of all ages, with a variety of presenting concerns, including: anxiety, mood disorders, relationship issues, family dynamics, parenting difficulties, adjustment issues, struggling with life transitions/life stressors, women's issues related to perimenopause
Now Accepting New Clients! Ellen is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor who has lived and worked in the Raleigh area since 2008. Her approach to therapy draws upon the strengths and needs of each individual working from various therapeutic models including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Structural Family Therapy. Ellen's style is collaborative and supportive. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families which inform her work in individual therapy.
Ellen currently works mostly with individual adults of all ages, with a variety of presenting concerns, including: anxiety, mood disorders, relationship issues, family dynamics, parenting difficulties, adjustment issues, struggling with life transitions/life stressors, women's issues related to perimenopause
Now Accepting New Clients! Ellen is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor who has lived and worked in the Raleigh area since 2008. Her approach to therapy draws upon the strengths and needs of each individual working from various therapeutic models including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Structural Family Therapy. Ellen's style is collaborative and supportive. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families which inform her work in individual therapy.
Do you struggle with anxiety, overthinking, decision paralysis, or stress related to parenting or your relationship?
If any of this describes you, let's chat! I love to support people in getting curious about how current patterns that cause distress are rooted in our early experiences. We we can bring understanding and validation to these experiences, and we can begin to change our current mindset and behaviors to feel more peaceful and centered.
Do you struggle with anxiety, overthinking, decision paralysis, or stress related to parenting or your relationship?
If any of this describes you, let's chat! I love to support people in getting curious about how current patterns that cause distress are rooted in our early experiences. We we can bring understanding and validation to these experiences, and we can begin to change our current mindset and behaviors to feel more peaceful and centered.
Feeling overwhelmed by life changes, relationship stress, or mental health challenges? I work with children, adolescents, and adults who are navigating anxiety, emotional stress, transitions, and the complexities of daily life. Many of my clients are seeking a supportive space to feel heard, better understand themselves, and develop tools to cope more effectively.
Feeling overwhelmed by life changes, relationship stress, or mental health challenges? I work with children, adolescents, and adults who are navigating anxiety, emotional stress, transitions, and the complexities of daily life. Many of my clients are seeking a supportive space to feel heard, better understand themselves, and develop tools to cope more effectively.
"The creation of something new is not accomplished by the intellect but by the play instinct" (Carl Jung). I find great joy in working with children of all ages in a therapy setting. It's an honor to me when a child chooses to trust me with their wishes, their fears, and their wonders about life. I have experience working with children individually, in hospitals, and through non-profit work in the community. Through the use of play and arts based therapies, I help to facilitate an environment where children are able to truly be themselves, express their emotions, and have the ability to create the answers they need for themselves.
"The creation of something new is not accomplished by the intellect but by the play instinct" (Carl Jung). I find great joy in working with children of all ages in a therapy setting. It's an honor to me when a child chooses to trust me with their wishes, their fears, and their wonders about life. I have experience working with children individually, in hospitals, and through non-profit work in the community. Through the use of play and arts based therapies, I help to facilitate an environment where children are able to truly be themselves, express their emotions, and have the ability to create the answers they need for themselves.
Parents join in the counseling process.
As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I provide counseling for children and families. My counseling focus is on improving the well-being of children experiencing anxiety, anger, depression, attention concerns, and difficulty adjusting to new life changes.
Parents join in the counseling process.
As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I provide counseling for children and families. My counseling focus is on improving the well-being of children experiencing anxiety, anger, depression, attention concerns, and difficulty adjusting to new life changes.
and I provide support for parents with child rearing concerns.
During my career as a psychologist, I have provided therapy with adults, school aged children, and families. I have also worked as a school psychologist, and parent educator. The skills I have gained from my career make me well-suited to support parents and to help adults navigate personal life challenges.
and I provide support for parents with child rearing concerns.
During my career as a psychologist, I have provided therapy with adults, school aged children, and families. I have also worked as a school psychologist, and parent educator. The skills I have gained from my career make me well-suited to support parents and to help adults navigate personal life challenges.
At the Center for Psychological and Family Services, I support children, adolescents, and parents in navigating emotional and behavioral challenges by exploring the deeper roots of each child's experiences.
I provide individual therapy to children (3+), adolescents, emerging adults (18-24), and parents using play- and talk-based interventions. Play therapy offers a space for children to engage in self- exploration, develop curiosity and insight into their internal world, build secure relationships, and practice coping and self-regulation skills.
At the Center for Psychological and Family Services, I support children, adolescents, and parents in navigating emotional and behavioral challenges by exploring the deeper roots of each child's experiences.
I provide individual therapy to children (3+), adolescents, emerging adults (18-24), and parents using play- and talk-based interventions. Play therapy offers a space for children to engage in self- exploration, develop curiosity and insight into their internal world, build secure relationships, and practice coping and self-regulation skills.
You may be a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s anxiety, big emotions, or ADHD - and unsure how to help without things escalating at home.
I work with children (ages 5+), teens, and parents, specializing in anxiety, ADHD, and OCD-related concerns. My approach is individualized and collaborative, using play-based therapy for younger children and evidence-based methods like CBT, ACT, exposure work, and SPACE parent coaching to support lasting change.
You may be a parent feeling overwhelmed by your child’s anxiety, big emotions, or ADHD - and unsure how to help without things escalating at home.
I work with children (ages 5+), teens, and parents, specializing in anxiety, ADHD, and OCD-related concerns. My approach is individualized and collaborative, using play-based therapy for younger children and evidence-based methods like CBT, ACT, exposure work, and SPACE parent coaching to support lasting change.
You may be carrying more than others can see—strain in your relationship shaped by neurodiversity, the exhaustion of parenting a child with autism, ADHD, medical fragility, or complex behavioral needs, or the quiet weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, or late-identified neurodivergence.
Couples often feel trapped in chronic misattunement—one overwhelmed, the other shut down. Parents may live in constant hypervigilance, juggling IEPs, specialists, and crises while feeling unseen. Individuals may struggle with anxiety, burnout, masking, or substance use. Together, we work toward clarity, regulation, and renewed connection.
You may be carrying more than others can see—strain in your relationship shaped by neurodiversity, the exhaustion of parenting a child with autism, ADHD, medical fragility, or complex behavioral needs, or the quiet weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, or late-identified neurodivergence.
Couples often feel trapped in chronic misattunement—one overwhelmed, the other shut down. Parents may live in constant hypervigilance, juggling IEPs, specialists, and crises while feeling unseen. Individuals may struggle with anxiety, burnout, masking, or substance use. Together, we work toward clarity, regulation, and renewed connection.
Whether it's improving parent-child communication, supporting emotional development, or guiding women through life transitions, my work focuses on fostering connection and building resilience.
For women, I work with those facing life transitions such as pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, or balancing caregiving and personal identity. Many are managing anxiety, stress, or feeling emotionally overwhelmed, and they seek a supportive space to process their experiences, build coping skills, and reconnect with themselves. For children and adolescents, I support those experiencing anxiety, mood changes, behavioral concerns, or difficulty expressing emotions. I create a safe, engaging environment where children can feel understood, learn emotional regulation, and develop healthy communication skills.
Whether it's improving parent-child communication, supporting emotional development, or guiding women through life transitions, my work focuses on fostering connection and building resilience.
For women, I work with those facing life transitions such as pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, or balancing caregiving and personal identity. Many are managing anxiety, stress, or feeling emotionally overwhelmed, and they seek a supportive space to process their experiences, build coping skills, and reconnect with themselves. For children and adolescents, I support those experiencing anxiety, mood changes, behavioral concerns, or difficulty expressing emotions. I create a safe, engaging environment where children can feel understood, learn emotional regulation, and develop healthy communication skills.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.