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Couples therapists in Durham, NC

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Top couples therapists in Durham, NC

Durham couples can access flexible, affordable therapy through Headway, with 793 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.

Brian Byerly

Brian Byerly

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“For me, therapy is about developing a safe place of mutual trust, understanding, and unwavering support.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melvin Blackwell

Melvin Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I take a gentle, collaborative approach, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients explore thoughts, feelings, and challenges in a safe, supportive space.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah James

Sarah James

Therapist

Virtual • Hendersonville, NC


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.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany James

Brittany James

Therapist

Virtual • Greensboro, NC


“My counseling sessions are an integrative approach of narrative therapy then incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Angela Jordan-Barnes

Angela Jordan-Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • Elm City, NC


Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, valued, and encouraged. Together, we'll build on your strengths, explore practical solutions, and take meaningful steps toward the life you want. I look forward to walking alongside you on your journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kylie Munoz

Kylie Munoz

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help clients identify and overcome the obstacles that are holding them back so they can move forward with clarity, purpose, and a renewed sense of hope.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Megan Mikus

Megan Mikus

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should be a place where you can be honest without having to perform, defend, or have everything figured out.”
Relationship issues, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Sleep disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tamedra Biernacki

Tamedra Biernacki

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe clients are the experts on their own lives, and that therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, heard, and accepted.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Syveria Ford

Syveria Ford

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


For 18 years, I have worked alongside children and adults navigating some of life's hardest

moments: anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, and more. I believe that when you

invest in your mental health, you gain more control over your own life, and that is something

worth working toward together. I am dually licensed in both North Carolina and South

Carolina, which means I bring a depth of clinical experience across many settings. Using a

blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy, I meet you where

you are and help you build toward where you want to be.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lina Roe

Lina Roe

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello, and welcome. My name is Lina Roe and I have over 30 years of experience in the field of social work, helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and respect. I have been a licensed therapist in North Carolina for the past 3 years.

I believe that every person deserves to be heard, valued, and supported. My approach is compassionate, open-minded, and nonjudgmental, creating a safe space where you can openly share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I strive to meet you where you are, offering empathy, validation, encouragement, and practical tools to help you move toward your goals.

Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, life transitions, grief, stress, or simply feeling overwhelmed, I am committed to walking alongside you on your journey. Together, we'll build on your strengths, explore solutions, and work toward meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.

Seeking therapy is a courageous step, and finding the right therapist is an important part of that process. My goal is to help you feel comfortable, understood, and empowered as we work together to improve your well-being and create the life you want.

I look forward to the opportunity to support you on your journey toward healing, growth, and resilience.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Zuriah Harris

Zuriah Harris

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm down-to-earth and collaborative, and I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can slow down, gain clarity, and better understand yourself and your relationships.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stella Thepaut

Stella Thepaut

Therapist

Virtual • Waynesville, NC


“I believe everyone has the capacity to heal. I also believe in the inevitable good naturedness in every human being.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Melinda Abernethy

Melinda Abernethy

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to each individual's needs, fostering a safe space for healing and personal growth.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kiersten Jones

Kiersten Jones

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in person centered and choice theory. Basically this means that I will go as far as my client's choose to go in therapy.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Siannan Liberty

Siannan Liberty

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have a background as a parole officer working with people in a special needs offender program, which showed me how powerful early, compassionate care can be.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Robert Macklin

Dr. Robert Macklin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“The client can be assured that they have selected a therapist that will listen to them and not direct them.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Anahi Munoz

Dr. Anahi Munoz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I’m Anahi Muñoz, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping you feel grounded, focused, and emotionally balanced. I provide holistic, results-driven care for adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, and life transitions.

My approach is compassionate yet practical—I combine the precision of evidence-based psychiatry with the depth of supportive psychotherapy and mindfulness tools to help you not just cope, but truly thrive. Clients often describe our work as calming, clarifying, and life-changing, as we focus on restoring peace of mind, motivation, and self-trust.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Keyonne Spencer

Keyonne Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Culture, family, relationships, identity, work, community, and lived experience all shape how we understand ourselves and the world around us.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mireya Ferreira

Mireya Ferreira

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized to your unique experiences and goals.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luis Garcia

Luis Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe that meaningful change begins with feeling heard, understood, and supported. My goal is to provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore life's challenges, gain insight, and develop practical tools to move toward lasting emotional wellness.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with experience providing psychotherapy to adults across a variety of settings, including outpatient private practice and senior living communities. I work with individuals (adolescents to seniors) experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, chronic pain, relationship concerns, life transitions, and stress-related challenges.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Ashley Poole

Dr. Ashley Poole

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, practical, and results-driven—focused on helping you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and move forward with clarity and confidence.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Travis Bradey

Travis Bradey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Davidson, NC


“I use a verity of evidence based approaches and match my client and their needs with the approach that best meets their goal when seeking services.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Latisha Riley

Latisha Riley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapeutic style is collaborative and client-centered, integrating practical tools with deeper emotional insight.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Julie Mutua

Dr. Julie Mutua

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My journey started when i was a floor nurse in a teenager psychiatric word, after working over there for 5 years i decided to go back to school for my masters and got my PMHNP and after that completed my Doctorate.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Leah Estes

Leah Estes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative, warm, and grounded in helping clients better understand their patterns, regulate emotions, and build healthier connections with themselves and others.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tonisha Singh

Tonisha Singh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 11 years of healthcare experience. Before specializing in psychiatry, I worked in the Burn ICU and outpatient procedural settings, where I learned the importance of caring for the whole person during some of life’s most difficult moments. I earned my nursing degree from UNC Chapel Hill and my Master of Science in Nursing from Frontier Nursing University. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and especially enjoy helping people navigate ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life changes—like school, relationships, career stress, or grief—that can leave us feeling overwhelmed or stuck.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Angel Morgan

Angel Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I actively listen to assist clients to feel good inside and out by gaining insight into feelings of anxiety or depression.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Steve Ponce

Steve Ponce

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Steve seeks to affirm the uniqueness of each individual and to help clients realize their inner strengths and goodness in order to flourish.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sharlita Boyd

Sharlita Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe healing is deeply relational and begins within a safe, confidential space where you feel heard, understood, and supported.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Bell

Michelle Bell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe therapy works best when clients feel safe, heard, and genuinely supported. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative environment where clients can show up as their authentic selves. My approach is compassionate, direct when needed, and focused on helping clients build practical tools for everyday life while also exploring deeper emotional patterns and experiences.

I enjoy working with individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, self-esteem challenges, stress, identity exploration, and emotional overwhelm. I am passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC clients and creating an affirming therapeutic space where clients feel respected and understood.

I understand that starting therapy can feel vulnerable, and my goal is to meet clients where they are while helping them move toward healing, clarity, and meaningful growth.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelci Schaeffer

Kelci Schaeffer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely seen, supported, and able to build more authentic, fulfilling connections with yourself and others.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Suzi Woodard

Suzi Woodard

Therapist

Virtual • Boone, NC


“I work holistically, with attention to patterns – thoughts, emotions, physical reactions and health, relationship reactions, communication and conflict, nutrition, physical activity or movement – and what we know is likely to be effective.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Olsen

Emily Olsen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is direct. I'll tell you what I'm noticing and won't dance around hard things, because I think that honesty is part of what helps people heal.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Char Penn

Char Penn

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Therapy isn't about what's "wrong" with you, it's about finding what no longer is working and discovering a new way.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Michelle Saunders

Dr. Michelle Saunders

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My background as a PhD Developmental Psychologist, LMFT... my experience with bipolar disorder, addiction, and abuse allow me to provide compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your needs.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sakiya Darden

Sakiya Darden

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, values and empowered.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Marielle McDermott

Marielle McDermott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I believe mental health treatment is most effective when we look at the whole person—not just symptoms.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ambrosia Spaulding

Ambrosia Spaulding

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is rooted in creating a trusting and collaborative space where clients feel supported and understood.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Dr. KC Uwakwe

Dr. KC Uwakwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I am dedicated to holistic care by fostering trust through active listening, open communication, and empathy.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maddie Clemens

Maddie Clemens

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jacksonville, NC


“A defining part of my therapy work is that I provide highly-personalized psychotherapy services for each of my clients.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our couples therapists located within 20 miles of Durham, NC

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Durham, NC
There are over 24 therapists in Durham, NC accepting new patients.
24+
Average years in practice
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13 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 96%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 88%Relationship issues
  • 79%Trauma
  • 75%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • 58%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 4%American Sign Language
  • 4%Hindi
  • 4%Urdu
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 67%Woman
  • 33%Man
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 17%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 8%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Substance Use Disorder
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 75%Couples therapy
  • 54%Family therapy
  • 29%Child or adolescent therapy

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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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