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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 732 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.

Elizabeth Gutzke

Elizabeth Gutzke

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in the healing and change that therapy brings people and believe in the power of tapping into the creative and deeper part of self that promotes true growth.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Aleasha Mitchell

Aleasha Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, steady space where you can slow down, process honestly, and build practical tools for everyday life.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Angela Keith

Angela Keith

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor for the past 11 years. I assist clients with regaining confidence and finding self-love after trauma...”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Brisley

Rebecca Brisley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can feel comfortable being themselves, process life's challenges, and build on their strengths to create meaningful, lasting change.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Barnes-Scott

Alexis Barnes-Scott

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My role is to partner with you by offering guidance, evidence-based tools, and compassionate support as you move toward the life you envision.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rashay Streeter

Rashay Streeter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should be a space where you can show up as your authentic self, feel heard without judgment, and gain practical tools to help you move forward.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jennifer Lutz

Jennifer Lutz

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach blends evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with practical, real-life tools to help you feel more grounded, confident, and steady as you move toward meaningful change.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Hope Palacio

Hope Palacio

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tenesha Brooks

Tenesha Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Welcome! I'm excited to help you overcome self-doubt, manage work-related anxiety and stress, and navigate toxic or unaffirming work/academic environments. I specialize in working with Black professional women and students struggling with these areas and have been a therapist for 15 years.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sejal Barden

Sejal Barden

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe that healthy relationships are at the heart of emotional well-being and personal growth. Seeking support takes courage, and I am honored to partner with clients as they navigate life's challenges and strengthen their connections with themselves and others.

As a counselor educator, researcher, and relationship specialist, my work focuses on helping individuals and couples build stronger, more fulfilling relationships, improve communication, and create lasting positive change. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based practices that support healing, resilience, and relational wellness.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gabrielle Adams

Gabrielle Adams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring a curious, collaborative approach—we'll work together to understand what's really going on beneath the surface, not just treat the symptoms.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Uranda Waller

Uranda Waller

Therapist

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“I have worked in the mental health field over 15 years serving children, adolescents and adults in various communities to include community-based, school setting, residential setting, psycho-social rehabilitation, and psychotherapy.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Anneka Dockery

Anneka Dockery

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients can expect me to be engaged, listen and ask clarifying questions to make sure I am hearing what they are saying effectively.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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 7 insurance carriers
Jim Gibson

Jim Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a cognitive behavioral therapist primarily which pays close attention to how we interpret events, feel about them ultimately respond.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jillian Grant

Jillian Grant

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is person-centered and strengths-based — focused on empowering clients to build resilience, recognize their inner strengths, and develop practical tools to meet their personal goals.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Monica Hart

Monica Hart

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from evidence-based modalities tailored to meet your unique needs while also honoring your personal experiences.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dejah Alston

Dejah Alston

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Over the past seven years, I have supported individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and relationship challenges.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaime Johnson

Jaime Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a space where clients feel comfortable being themselves without fear of judgment.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Wanda Ceres

Wanda Ceres

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“Our sessions will help you identify strengths and skills you already possess and build upon them to help you navigate overcome the challenges you are currently facing.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Women's issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Daloria Teague

Daloria Teague

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a compassionate person, who currently serves as a Travel Social Worker, where I provide essential individual and group therapy to clients in need by focusing on clinical assessments and crisis interventions. I ensure that clients experiencing self-injurious behaviors receive ongoing support. My commitment to improving mental health is further highlighted by my role as Clinical Director at Pinnacle Point Supportive Services, where I was instrumental for 14 years. In this position, I overseen a team of therapists, facilitate therapy sessions for both children and adults, and engage in court-related matters. With a strong foundation in therapy and clinical supervision, I have developed skills in treatment planning, documentation, and quality assurance.

Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rina Tucker

Rina Tucker

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Expect this to be a session filled with information about your needs, background, current challenges and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Cheryl Velasquez

Cheryl Velasquez

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With over 10 years of experience in mental health and community services, Cheryl Velasquez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping individuals find their inner strength and build meaningful, lasting change.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
TaraDawn Fliearman

TaraDawn Fliearman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe we all have innate strengths, and my approach uses your strengths first to cultivate a safe space together to explore where support may be needed.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kiara Blue

Kiara Blue

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


It takes a village to become a new version of yourself. I would love to be a part of yours. I am Kiara Blue, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSW-A), passionate about partnering with individuals to bridge internal and external gaps in their lives. I am a proud HBCU graduate, advocate for education, and a creative.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eva Watts

Eva Watts

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello, I am Eva Watts, a seasoned Psychotherapist with 30 years of professional experience. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, in addition several other professional certifications that allows me to utilize a wide variety of treatment modalities to promote change and assist with achieving positive outcomes and would like the opportunity to guide you on your path towards being the best possible you.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Annette Weston

Annette Weston

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I believe all people have a deep desire to be heard and understood. Creating safe spaces to explore the issues of life is what I am passionate about. I enjoy working with couples, families, and individuals. My goal is to be a partner with you on your journey toward healing your relationships. As a marriage and family therapist, I offer a compassionate insightful perspective as a tool for growth. I have experience working with people who struggle with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, parenting issues, and life transition stressors. I enjoy working with diverse populations, and in navigating a new path toward healing.

Relationship issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Stress management
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sarah Chester

Sarah Chester

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lenoir, NC


“I'm licensed to treat substance use disorders and bring a deep, nonjudgmental understanding to this work.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
William Jones

William Jones

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Vulnerability can be a scary thing and having an environment where you can be vulnerable and not be judged is important in the therapeutic setting.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kimberly France

Kimberly France

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, creative, collaborative, and affirming. Together, we'll explore the patterns that may be keeping you stuck and build practical tools to help you create the relationships and life you desire.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michael Donnelly

Michael Donnelly

Therapist

Virtual • Newland, NC


“Working in a relatable, open, and safe therapeutic relationship, I can help you become empowered, self-aware, less critical, accepting of "things" you don't control, an effective communicator, a problem solver, assertive, a better partner, etc.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
La Kevia Moore

La Kevia Moore

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello, My name is La Kevia Moore. I have 7 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I provide therapy for those that need a gentle reminder of their power. I specialize in motivational interviewing, solution-based therapy and CBT.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Melody Marshall

Melody Marshall

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in creating a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to grow.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Amanda Nicholson

Dr. Amanda Nicholson

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a warm and thoughtful therapeutic space where clients feel understood and supported.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leah Farley

Leah Farley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a collaborative, trauma-informed approach, guiding you to build upon your strengths, develop your awareness of self, and practice mindfulness and self-compassion in a safe and supportive environment.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kelly DiGuilio

Kelly DiGuilio

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed, helping clients feel supported while building practical tools for healing and growth.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Biggers

Dr. Elizabeth Biggers

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My goal as a therapist is to create an atmosphere where it is comfortable to explore both old wounds and current interpersonal dynamics.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tamieka Pennycooke

Tamieka Pennycooke

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, nonjudgmental, and client-centered—I meet people where they are and honor their lived experiences.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Irang Kim

Irang Kim

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“The most influential factor in therapeutic process is not the clinical technique but the genuine empathy.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Michelle Lester

Michelle Lester

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative and empowering, and we'll work together to better understand what's going on and build practical tools that fit your life.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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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, NC

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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