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Couples therapists in Durham, NC


Top couples therapists in Durham, NC
Durham couples can access flexible, affordable therapy through Headway, with 768 licensed providers available for virtual or in-person sessions. Whether you're navigating conflict, rebuilding connection, or preparing for marriage, our therapists use evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs.
I earned my Master of Social Work from UNC–Chapel Hill in 1999 and have more than 25 years of experience helping adults and families navigate emotional distress, relationship difficulties, and major life challenges. My background includes work as a psychotherapist and child welfare social worker.
I bring experience, steadiness, and genuine curiosity to my work. I am interested not only in what people are struggling with, but in how they came to experience themselves and their lives in the ways they do.
Through Headway, I provide insurance-based therapy to individual adults only. I do not see couples through insurance.
I am a Masters-level therapist dual-licensed in clinical mental health counseling and addictions counseling in North Carolina and Georgia. I am a Level II Certified Attachment-Based Family Therapist and a Certified Adoption Competent Therapist. I am also certified in Natural Flow EMDR. I specialize in treating adolescents, young adults, parents, and families who are struggling with a variety of mental health symptoms and behavioral problems.
I believe therapy works best when there is a strong connection between therapist and client. My style is warm, genuine, and direct. I'll offer compassion and support, but I'll also help you recognize patterns that may be keeping you stuck.
As a trauma-informed therapist and EMDR specialist, I create a space where you can be yourself without judgment. Clients often tell me they feel comfortable with me quickly because I show up as a real person—not just a therapist.
I believe healing happens through both insight and action. My goal is to help you feel more grounded, confident, and empowered to create meaningful change in your life.
Your Journey to Healing Starts Here! Life doesn't have to feel overwhelming. If you're struggling with difficult thoughts, intense emotions, or patterns that keep you stuck, you're not alone—and there is hope for change. I specialize in helping individuals break free from the patterns that trauma creates in our lives. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, or other life challenges that feel impossible to navigate, we'll work together to identify what's keeping you stuck and create a clear path forward. Life stressors can be confusing and overwhelming, affecting how we see ourselves, our relationships and our future.
I would like to say hello. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I genuinely hope whatever struggles you are experiencing become a thing of your past permanently. My name is Dr. Joshua John Curry. I am a licensed, board-certified, drug and alcohol counselor. I have worked in substance abuse treatment for more than twenty years. I have provided clinical treatment in a multitude environments. This includes medication-assisted treatment, medication-assisted detoxification, inpatient and residential, psychiatric hospitals, correctional institutions, and tele-health. I am a believer in deliberate practice. My vast education and professional credentials represent my continued progression professionally: so I am habitually evolving to meet ever-changing needs of patients in my care.
I specialize in working with clients experiencing anxiety. depression, trauma, and disconnect in their relationships. I am a trauma focused clinician and work to meet clients where they are in their mental health journey.
About our couples therapists located within 20 miles of Durham, NC



- 95%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 86%Relationship issues
- 82%Trauma
- 82%Family issues

- 95%Aetna
- 91%Cigna
- 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 64%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 55%Oxford

- 95%English
- 5%American Sign Language
- 5%Hindi
- 5%Urdu

- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only

- 64%Woman
- 36%Man

- 45%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
- 27%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 9%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 9%Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Substance Use Disorder

- 100%Individual therapy
- 73%Couples therapy
- 50%Family therapy
- 27%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions


Find the right couples therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your relationship — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Couples Therapist in Durham
Looking for couples therapists in Durham starts with identifying what you want to work on together. Couples therapy and couples counseling can support partners navigating communication challenges, conflict patterns, trust after infidelity, parenting disagreements, or major life transitions. Not all therapists have specific training in couples work, so it helps to look for licensed marriage and family therapists or therapists who list couples-focused approaches, such as the Gottman Method or emotionally focused therapy, in their bios.
In a mid-sized city like Durham, you may find both local office options and virtual appointments that make scheduling easier for both partners. The right fit often depends on practical details, including appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether the session format works for both schedules. As you compare Durham couples counseling options, read each therapist’s profile for clues about how they structure sessions, how they describe their communication style, and whether they offer a brief consultation to assess fit before booking.
Marriage counseling in Durham, NC can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you compare couples therapists in Durham who are accepting new patients, review estimated out-of-pocket costs after entering your insurance details, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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