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Megan Pieterick
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
Do you feel like your emotions are overwhelming your life, your relationships, or keeping you from being who you want to be? As an art therapist, I help clients use creative expression as a powerful tool for self-exploration and understanding. Whether you consider yourself an artist or feel like you can't even draw a stick figure, I believe that art can be an amazing tool for expressing thoughts and feelings that can otherwise be hard to put into words.
Do you feel like your emotions are overwhelming your life, your relationships, or keeping you from being who you want to be? As an art therapist, I help clients use creative expression as a powerful tool for self-exploration and understanding. Whether you consider yourself an artist or feel like you can't even draw a stick figure, I believe that art can be an amazing tool for expressing thoughts and feelings that can otherwise be hard to put into words.
(704) 459-4414 View (704) 459-4414
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Boyce L Smith
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, LCAS, CCS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
Taking the step to seek out counseling takes tremendous courage and vulnerability. My approach in counseling is holistic and takes into account the whole body, mind, and spirit. As a therapist I treat individuals, couples, and families regardless of race, age, sexuality, gender, religion, or ethnicity. Both professionally and personally, I believe that we all have what is necessary for true growth and change. Join me on the journey of exploring your needs and goals to help you accomplish a desired outcome.
Taking the step to seek out counseling takes tremendous courage and vulnerability. My approach in counseling is holistic and takes into account the whole body, mind, and spirit. As a therapist I treat individuals, couples, and families regardless of race, age, sexuality, gender, religion, or ethnicity. Both professionally and personally, I believe that we all have what is necessary for true growth and change. Join me on the journey of exploring your needs and goals to help you accomplish a desired outcome.
(704) 703-3298 View (704) 703-3298
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Calm Seas Family Services, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
My ideal client is someone who is dissatisfied with their current life and is ready to discuss making a change to live the life they wish to live.
My ideal client is someone who is dissatisfied with their current life and is ready to discuss making a change to live the life they wish to live.
(704) 869-2938 View (704) 869-2938
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Lindsey Anuzis Gage
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you are struggling with an eating disorder/ disordered eating and body image concerns, anxiety and stress, relationships, trauma, or life transitions, know that you don’t have to go at it alone! Navigating the high school, college, and early adulthood years can feel incredibly overwhelming, but that doesn’t mean they can’t also be exciting! As a therapist, I empower girls, women, and equestrians to identify and work towards fulfillment in their lives. I want to support you in learning how to be compassionate with yourself, while also challenging beliefs that no longer serve you.
Whether you are struggling with an eating disorder/ disordered eating and body image concerns, anxiety and stress, relationships, trauma, or life transitions, know that you don’t have to go at it alone! Navigating the high school, college, and early adulthood years can feel incredibly overwhelming, but that doesn’t mean they can’t also be exciting! As a therapist, I empower girls, women, and equestrians to identify and work towards fulfillment in their lives. I want to support you in learning how to be compassionate with yourself, while also challenging beliefs that no longer serve you.
(980) 268-2546 View (980) 268-2546
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Rose M LeDay
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
I am a clinician who believes in meeting you where you are in an effort to help you get where you'd like to be. I am comfortable working with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges, as well as a myriad of mental health diagnoses. I believe that growth and change are possible with time, effort, and commitment. I look forward to helping you reach your goals and participating in your journey to wellness.
I am a clinician who believes in meeting you where you are in an effort to help you get where you'd like to be. I am comfortable working with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges, as well as a myriad of mental health diagnoses. I believe that growth and change are possible with time, effort, and commitment. I look forward to helping you reach your goals and participating in your journey to wellness.
(704) 659-0330 View (704) 659-0330
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Ray Castillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
Everyone has a story! I am interested in yours because it matters. Regardless of how simple or deep it may be, we all deserve to be heard. I find it very rewarding working with individuals, couples and families in their recovery process. Utilizing effective techniques that will allow them the freedom to accomplish their goal of healing and recovery! I take it personal in providing my clients with an environment that is safe, where their voices are heard, empowered and without judgment.
Everyone has a story! I am interested in yours because it matters. Regardless of how simple or deep it may be, we all deserve to be heard. I find it very rewarding working with individuals, couples and families in their recovery process. Utilizing effective techniques that will allow them the freedom to accomplish their goal of healing and recovery! I take it personal in providing my clients with an environment that is safe, where their voices are heard, empowered and without judgment.
(980) 236-1660 View (980) 236-1660
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Erik Goldfield, Individual & Family Therapist
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
Waitlist for new clients
My mission is to make therapy fun and interactive. Therapy can be a daunting prospect for many people, and I aim to make it as productive and painless as possible. I don't necessarily have an ideal client, just an ideal match. If the client feels connected and hopeful, change and progress can occur. I utilize several modalities, each one catered to the specific client, while at the same time incorporating family work to better support the individual. I myself am ADHD and can relate to children and adults who struggle academically and socially, incorporating a holistic approach to the therapeutic relationship.
My mission is to make therapy fun and interactive. Therapy can be a daunting prospect for many people, and I aim to make it as productive and painless as possible. I don't necessarily have an ideal client, just an ideal match. If the client feels connected and hopeful, change and progress can occur. I utilize several modalities, each one catered to the specific client, while at the same time incorporating family work to better support the individual. I myself am ADHD and can relate to children and adults who struggle academically and socially, incorporating a holistic approach to the therapeutic relationship.
(980) 255-5632 View (980) 255-5632
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Josh Taylor
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MACC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
Life doesn't always go how we think it should. We face difficulties - maybe with a spouse or co-worker, maybe within ourselves. I strive to create a safe and warm place to help you though challenges, such as anxiety, anger management, grief, depression, communication skills, low self-esteem, life transition, relationship issues, and spiritual/religious questions. Having been married for 15 years, I enjoy helping married couples to find a healthy relationship. Combining compassion and directness, I work with you to explore the difficulties and change them. I enjoy integrating Christian faith and counseling, if desired by the client.
Life doesn't always go how we think it should. We face difficulties - maybe with a spouse or co-worker, maybe within ourselves. I strive to create a safe and warm place to help you though challenges, such as anxiety, anger management, grief, depression, communication skills, low self-esteem, life transition, relationship issues, and spiritual/religious questions. Having been married for 15 years, I enjoy helping married couples to find a healthy relationship. Combining compassion and directness, I work with you to explore the difficulties and change them. I enjoy integrating Christian faith and counseling, if desired by the client.
(980) 414-8418 View (980) 414-8418
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Christopher West
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
Life can be stressful. The demands we, as well as others, place upon us can steal our peace and happiness and leave us feeling overwhelmed. Often, we struggle to achieve some sense of balance while simultaneously feeling confused and discouraged. Anxiety, depression and trauma can affect every aspect of our lives – relationships, family life, work, schooling, even self-care and physical well-being. Therapy offers a time away from daily life and provides a comfortable place to reflect and regain a healthy perspective for living life fully.
Life can be stressful. The demands we, as well as others, place upon us can steal our peace and happiness and leave us feeling overwhelmed. Often, we struggle to achieve some sense of balance while simultaneously feeling confused and discouraged. Anxiety, depression and trauma can affect every aspect of our lives – relationships, family life, work, schooling, even self-care and physical well-being. Therapy offers a time away from daily life and provides a comfortable place to reflect and regain a healthy perspective for living life fully.
(704) 702-6810 View (704) 702-6810
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Neuronnection Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LPC, EMDR II
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
At Neuroconnection Counseling, our mission is simple: help you heal from pain and trauma, grieve the losses you have experienced, develop effective skills to manage emotions, and grow into your full potential and talents. We are a trauma-informed practice, offering you an integrative approach, with an emphasis on techniques that tap into your brain's innate capacity for healing, such as EMDR and Brainspotting. We believe in creating a safe place for you to heal, that supports your dignity and uniqueness, allows you to explore and grow at your own pace.
At Neuroconnection Counseling, our mission is simple: help you heal from pain and trauma, grieve the losses you have experienced, develop effective skills to manage emotions, and grow into your full potential and talents. We are a trauma-informed practice, offering you an integrative approach, with an emphasis on techniques that tap into your brain's innate capacity for healing, such as EMDR and Brainspotting. We believe in creating a safe place for you to heal, that supports your dignity and uniqueness, allows you to explore and grow at your own pace.
(980) 291-4993 View (980) 291-4993
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Robin Fine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PLLC
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105  (Online Only)
Life sure is complicated. And our nervous systems act up, making it difficult for us to function. Whether it's anxiety, depression, divorce, loss or other issue that you are going through, I use the most successful approaches to help you. I offer a comforting rapport that incorporates a no-nonsense and laid-back approach to help you maneuver life's challenges and come out the other end better for the experience.
Life sure is complicated. And our nervous systems act up, making it difficult for us to function. Whether it's anxiety, depression, divorce, loss or other issue that you are going through, I use the most successful approaches to help you. I offer a comforting rapport that incorporates a no-nonsense and laid-back approach to help you maneuver life's challenges and come out the other end better for the experience.
(704) 452-7393 View (704) 452-7393
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Moriah Veres
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
Hello! And welcome! Being a human is hard, finding a therapist is hard, and asking for help can also be hard… and look at you, here, showing up, already doing hard things. My name is Moriah, and I am a therapist because I deeply care about humans. I am heart-centered and open minded, and I take a curious and collaborative approach. I enjoy joining my clients in their own process of discovery and healing. I believe in safe spaces. I believe in providing my clients with a safe space to explore and accept various aspects of themselves. I care about my clients, and I believe in their ability to heal and grow.
Hello! And welcome! Being a human is hard, finding a therapist is hard, and asking for help can also be hard… and look at you, here, showing up, already doing hard things. My name is Moriah, and I am a therapist because I deeply care about humans. I am heart-centered and open minded, and I take a curious and collaborative approach. I enjoy joining my clients in their own process of discovery and healing. I believe in safe spaces. I believe in providing my clients with a safe space to explore and accept various aspects of themselves. I care about my clients, and I believe in their ability to heal and grow.
(828) 360-8470 View (828) 360-8470
Relational Therapists

How does relational therapy work?

Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.

Is relational therapy evidence-based?

Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.

How long are people typically in relational therapy?

Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.

Does relational therapy work?

While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.