Relational Therapists in Dilworth, Charlotte, NC
Meredith Garofalo
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC 28203
In addition to utilizing traditional talk therapy to address concerns related to anxiety/depression, relational difficulties, life transitions, and/or trauma/PTSD, I enjoy exploring ways to heal the mind by connecting to the body.
I believe therapy is a unique gift you can give yourself, yet finding a therapist that will make you feel like they 'get you', can be daunting and paralyzing. The first step of making a phone call and appointment might fill you with dread, fear, shame or hopelessness. For you to feel safe enough to share your struggles with me, I will have to earn your trust. As we begin our work, I will make every effort to meet you with genuine warmth, openness and patience.
In addition to utilizing traditional talk therapy to address concerns related to anxiety/depression, relational difficulties, life transitions, and/or trauma/PTSD, I enjoy exploring ways to heal the mind by connecting to the body.
I believe therapy is a unique gift you can give yourself, yet finding a therapist that will make you feel like they 'get you', can be daunting and paralyzing. The first step of making a phone call and appointment might fill you with dread, fear, shame or hopelessness. For you to feel safe enough to share your struggles with me, I will have to earn your trust. As we begin our work, I will make every effort to meet you with genuine warmth, openness and patience.
Dr. Whittle adopts a relational and engaging therapeutic style that aims to help clients deepen their self-understanding and develop new modes of thinking, feeling, and acting that allow for living a more connected and fulfilling life.
Dr. Whittle adopts a relational and engaging therapeutic style that aims to help clients deepen their self-understanding and develop new modes of thinking, feeling, and acting that allow for living a more connected and fulfilling life.
Katie Rubin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC 28203
Addiction, anxiety, co-dependency, depression mood disorders, relational issues, grief and loss, life transitions, work Issues, sexual Identity exploration andnself esteem.
As an experienced therapist I lead with compassion and curiosity to help You, the client discover your innate wisdom and inner resources to understand, manage, and resolve internal or external conflict. This may affecting you relationship to self, your personal or work relationships, or causing you ; anxiety, depression, insecurities, addictive behaviors, or maladaptive patterns that get in the way of your fullest life...and true self. I hold a safe, supportive space and engage in the process of self discovery along with you and the parts of you that want to achieve greater internal freedom.
Addiction, anxiety, co-dependency, depression mood disorders, relational issues, grief and loss, life transitions, work Issues, sexual Identity exploration andnself esteem.
As an experienced therapist I lead with compassion and curiosity to help You, the client discover your innate wisdom and inner resources to understand, manage, and resolve internal or external conflict. This may affecting you relationship to self, your personal or work relationships, or causing you ; anxiety, depression, insecurities, addictive behaviors, or maladaptive patterns that get in the way of your fullest life...and true self. I hold a safe, supportive space and engage in the process of self discovery along with you and the parts of you that want to achieve greater internal freedom.
Jennifer Majors Ethridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC 28203
Our clinicians practice from a perspective that is biologically, developmentally, and experientially integrated, while providing a safe and welcoming space that mirrors our mission to help foster safe and welcoming relationships. Jennifer has experience and training in working with children who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, attention deficits, hyperactivity, opposition, irritability, difficulty with mood, difficulty in school, poor relational or social skills, adjustment concerns, grief and loss, histories and symptoms related to trauma, and poor attachment.
Our clinicians practice from a perspective that is biologically, developmentally, and experientially integrated, while providing a safe and welcoming space that mirrors our mission to help foster safe and welcoming relationships. Jennifer has experience and training in working with children who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, attention deficits, hyperactivity, opposition, irritability, difficulty with mood, difficulty in school, poor relational or social skills, adjustment concerns, grief and loss, histories and symptoms related to trauma, and poor attachment.
Zoe Van Kirk
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, NCC, MEd, EdS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC 28203
My approach is eclectic, which allows me to provide holistic care, addressing cultural, emotional, relational, and physiological aspects of well-being in an affirming, supportive, and trauma-informed manner.
I offer a nonjudgmental space where you can embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and connection. I have experience working with anxiety, emotional dysregulation, relational and attachment wounds, and complex trauma.
My approach is eclectic, which allows me to provide holistic care, addressing cultural, emotional, relational, and physiological aspects of well-being in an affirming, supportive, and trauma-informed manner.
I offer a nonjudgmental space where you can embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and connection. I have experience working with anxiety, emotional dysregulation, relational and attachment wounds, and complex trauma.
She is particularly interested in helping men address vocational, self-esteem, relational and anger issues.
A candidate at the Psychoanalytic Center of the Carolinas in Chapel Hill, Dr. Boyce has a deep appreciation of the complexities of the mind as well as the impact of early experiences and relationships. Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic theories offer a comprehensive understanding of human nature. As opposed to other models that aim to solve a particular problem or target symptoms, psychoanalysis gets to the heart of the matter. Dr. Boyce provides therapy that addresses the whole person, helping the individual to develop inner capacities that can improve relationships as well as foster a richer, more meaningful life.
She is particularly interested in helping men address vocational, self-esteem, relational and anger issues.
A candidate at the Psychoanalytic Center of the Carolinas in Chapel Hill, Dr. Boyce has a deep appreciation of the complexities of the mind as well as the impact of early experiences and relationships. Psychodynamic and psychoanalytic theories offer a comprehensive understanding of human nature. As opposed to other models that aim to solve a particular problem or target symptoms, psychoanalysis gets to the heart of the matter. Dr. Boyce provides therapy that addresses the whole person, helping the individual to develop inner capacities that can improve relationships as well as foster a richer, more meaningful life.
I primarily work with adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, personality concerns, relational difficulties, and/or trauma.
I approach counseling with compassion and curiosity, with the goal of offering space for others to work through difficult emotions and experiences. I encourage those I work with to show the same curiosity and compassion toward themselves as I know this work can be challenging at times, but also exceptionally rewarding. I utilize psychodynamic techniques in therapy, which are targeted toward helping people understand how their unique history affects their present lives and relationships. Through this insight individuals can find healing and become more equipped to make the lasting changes they want to see in their life.
I primarily work with adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, personality concerns, relational difficulties, and/or trauma.
I approach counseling with compassion and curiosity, with the goal of offering space for others to work through difficult emotions and experiences. I encourage those I work with to show the same curiosity and compassion toward themselves as I know this work can be challenging at times, but also exceptionally rewarding. I utilize psychodynamic techniques in therapy, which are targeted toward helping people understand how their unique history affects their present lives and relationships. Through this insight individuals can find healing and become more equipped to make the lasting changes they want to see in their life.
I enjoy working with both men and women and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, relational difficulties, family of origin, grief and loss from an interpersonal/ relational perspective.
Does life feel overwhelming at times? Do your relationships feel distant or too complicated? I strive to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment to help clients heal and participate more deeply in relationships and life. I work with clients to help them get in touch with and process difficult emotions, feel more empowered, and create more meaningful relationships. Most of us want to experience closer, more intimate, relationships but have a hard time making that happen.
I enjoy working with both men and women and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, relational difficulties, family of origin, grief and loss from an interpersonal/ relational perspective.
Does life feel overwhelming at times? Do your relationships feel distant or too complicated? I strive to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment to help clients heal and participate more deeply in relationships and life. I work with clients to help them get in touch with and process difficult emotions, feel more empowered, and create more meaningful relationships. Most of us want to experience closer, more intimate, relationships but have a hard time making that happen.
Currently Accepting New Clients! Many of us go through hardships that negatively impact the way we relate to ourselves, each other, and the world around us. Without the help that we need, we may suffer, become isolated, or lack a sense of belonging and purpose. The heart of our work is relational, and we utilize our relationship, among other dimensions of treatment rooted in attachment and mindfulness, as catalysts for change. Trust and mutual respect set the stage for us to understand and untangle the threads of one’s story and to recover a sense of dignity, ownership, and desire.
Currently Accepting New Clients! Many of us go through hardships that negatively impact the way we relate to ourselves, each other, and the world around us. Without the help that we need, we may suffer, become isolated, or lack a sense of belonging and purpose. The heart of our work is relational, and we utilize our relationship, among other dimensions of treatment rooted in attachment and mindfulness, as catalysts for change. Trust and mutual respect set the stage for us to understand and untangle the threads of one’s story and to recover a sense of dignity, ownership, and desire.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Charlotte
Counselor
Verified Verified
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC 28203
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.
Dr. Carizma Amila Chapman
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC 28203 (Online Only)
You can expect me to create meaningful encounters for you to work with emotions, body sensations, thoughts, and relational patterns in real time.
Are you a healthcare or social service provider, entrepreneur, or executive in need of psychotherapy or health coaching? Are you seeking to improve your mental health, career, relationships, and life satisfaction through increased awareness, attunement, and purposeful action? If you are seeking psychotherapy or coaching to sharpen your intuition, strengthen your experience of being grounded and alive, support you to cultivate intimacy, create alignment with desires and behavior, and develop greater alignment of mind, body, and soul. I would love to partner with you.
You can expect me to create meaningful encounters for you to work with emotions, body sensations, thoughts, and relational patterns in real time.
Are you a healthcare or social service provider, entrepreneur, or executive in need of psychotherapy or health coaching? Are you seeking to improve your mental health, career, relationships, and life satisfaction through increased awareness, attunement, and purposeful action? If you are seeking psychotherapy or coaching to sharpen your intuition, strengthen your experience of being grounded and alive, support you to cultivate intimacy, create alignment with desires and behavior, and develop greater alignment of mind, body, and soul. I would love to partner with you.
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Are you overwhelmed and exhausted? Maybe you feel like you’ve lost your spark, like you are disconnected from your true self. Maybe you are stuck in harmful coping patterns, numbing to escape the pain. As a therapist, I provide a safe space to address whatever challenges you are facing, and I am committed to supporting you on your journey towards wellness and healing.
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I believe that you are the expert of your own life & my role as your therapist is to be a fellow companion on your journey towards emotional growth. Your desired outcomes will be achieved by creating long term solutions that uniquely fit your needs within the safety and trust of our therapeutic relationship. By creating a safe and trusting environment, I welcome the opportunity to support your treatment needs.
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Counselor, DMin, LCMHC S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC 28203
You might feel stuck in your life or in unmanageable feelings or in a relationship or in your healing process. I want to help you find a safe place to get clarity, to explore your feelings and concerns, to receive honest constructive feedback and support. I will invite you to be an active participant in your own growth and change. This might include hearing your story, exploring feelings, teaching you an Energy Medicine approach called Emotional Freedom Techniques. This likely will include doing projects outside of sessions such as reading, journaling or daring to try new things.
You might feel stuck in your life or in unmanageable feelings or in a relationship or in your healing process. I want to help you find a safe place to get clarity, to explore your feelings and concerns, to receive honest constructive feedback and support. I will invite you to be an active participant in your own growth and change. This might include hearing your story, exploring feelings, teaching you an Energy Medicine approach called Emotional Freedom Techniques. This likely will include doing projects outside of sessions such as reading, journaling or daring to try new things.
Ryan Wishart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC 28203
Are you struggling with either personal or relationship difficulties? If so, I would like to help. When combined with hard work, professional counseling can help you overcome almost any problem. Instead of always feeling 'stuck,' it's time you began experiencing more joy, fulfillment and direction in your life - you know, the good stuff. Clients have found that my style - warm, informal, humorous, and honest - helps reduce anxiety about the process of therapy. I utilize proven, research-based approaches, while incorporating Eastern philosophy, meditation, neuroscience and mindfulness-based practices into my sessions.
Are you struggling with either personal or relationship difficulties? If so, I would like to help. When combined with hard work, professional counseling can help you overcome almost any problem. Instead of always feeling 'stuck,' it's time you began experiencing more joy, fulfillment and direction in your life - you know, the good stuff. Clients have found that my style - warm, informal, humorous, and honest - helps reduce anxiety about the process of therapy. I utilize proven, research-based approaches, while incorporating Eastern philosophy, meditation, neuroscience and mindfulness-based practices into my sessions.
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Counselor, MACC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC 28204
I offer a holistic counseling approach focusing on women’s issues and utilize tools to help women find healing and wholeness in mind, body, and spirit. Whether you are looking for healing from childhood trauma or ways to find better balance in your life or decrease your anxiety, I am here to support you. As women we face unique challenges and at Womens Integrative Counseling we are trained and equipped to meet you exactly where you are at.
I offer a holistic counseling approach focusing on women’s issues and utilize tools to help women find healing and wholeness in mind, body, and spirit. Whether you are looking for healing from childhood trauma or ways to find better balance in your life or decrease your anxiety, I am here to support you. As women we face unique challenges and at Womens Integrative Counseling we are trained and equipped to meet you exactly where you are at.
Einstein defined insanity as doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result. If you are looking for things to change and are willing to work with me, things can get better. So many clients enter therapy with apprehension and a lack of hope for things to improve. I focus my practice on creating trust and getting my clients back on track as quickly and as comfortably as possible. Therapy begins with an end in mind and you and I would work together to make sure we are always making progress towards goals.
Einstein defined insanity as doing the same thing over and over again and expecting a different result. If you are looking for things to change and are willing to work with me, things can get better. So many clients enter therapy with apprehension and a lack of hope for things to improve. I focus my practice on creating trust and getting my clients back on track as quickly and as comfortably as possible. Therapy begins with an end in mind and you and I would work together to make sure we are always making progress towards goals.
I enjoy working with adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples who are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, loneliness, low self-esteem, learning differences, addiction, trauma, relationship difficulties, family-of-origin issues, identity questions, parenting concerns, and life transitions. In therapy, we will work together to address the issues that interfere with your well-being, relationships, and meeting your goals. My hope is to help you feel better and find more joy in life. In addition to providing individual, family, and couples therapy, I offer intellectual, educational, psychological evaluations.
I enjoy working with adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples who are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, loneliness, low self-esteem, learning differences, addiction, trauma, relationship difficulties, family-of-origin issues, identity questions, parenting concerns, and life transitions. In therapy, we will work together to address the issues that interfere with your well-being, relationships, and meeting your goals. My hope is to help you feel better and find more joy in life. In addition to providing individual, family, and couples therapy, I offer intellectual, educational, psychological evaluations.
Deb H McNeill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC 28203
None of us go through life without experiencing changes or life transitions. We struggle with depression and fight off our anxiety. We go through our day on autopilot, lacking energy, and feeling hopeless. We isolate ourselves from friends and family, we feel misunderstood, or we temporarily escape reality & lessen our pain with alcohol, drugs, food, etc. Resisting change causes us pain and creates additional stress and anxiety in our lives. Acceptance and embracing change begins the healing. If we approach transitions with curiosity rather than fear, and intention rather than reluctance, we can respond to change and foster growth.
None of us go through life without experiencing changes or life transitions. We struggle with depression and fight off our anxiety. We go through our day on autopilot, lacking energy, and feeling hopeless. We isolate ourselves from friends and family, we feel misunderstood, or we temporarily escape reality & lessen our pain with alcohol, drugs, food, etc. Resisting change causes us pain and creates additional stress and anxiety in our lives. Acceptance and embracing change begins the healing. If we approach transitions with curiosity rather than fear, and intention rather than reluctance, we can respond to change and foster growth.
Darden Matthews
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC 28203
“I don’t believe people are looking for the meaning of life as much as they are looking for the experience of being alive” – Joseph Campbell
“I don’t believe people are looking for the meaning of life as much as they are looking for the experience of being alive” – Joseph Campbell
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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.