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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.

Clare Tran Burnett

Clare Tran Burnett

Therapist

Virtual • Fayetteville, NC


“Because of my diverse upbringing and life experiences, I am able to meet my clients with a holistic, nonjudgmental approach.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Ingalls

Laura Ingalls

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Winston-Salem, NC


“My approach is honest and open-minded, focusing on providing insight into the problems in your life, finding practical solutions, and implementing long-term change for healing and better relationships.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Caitlin Fountain

Dr. Caitlin Fountain

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


I help people heal from trauma, with a special focus on sexual trauma, and I’ve been honored to support a wide range of individuals — including women, men, military veterans, and LGBTQIA clients — as they work through their experiences and take meaningful steps toward healing. I also enjoy helping people work through challenging life transitions (e.g., parenthood, divorce, etc.) and identity-specific concerns (e.g., men's issues, women's issues, gender identity exploration). In addition to individual therapy, I also provide relationship therapy for monogamous, non-monogamous, and open relationships as well as psychological assessment (e.g., ADHD, dementia, learning disorder, mental health) for adults.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Geel

Patricia Geel

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapeutic style is engaging and collaborative exploring with each client the strengths they already have to find solutions.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dana Spangler

Dana Spangler

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


My clients would say I am down to earth, non-judgmental, authentic, warm and compassionate. I often use humor in sessions and find this can ease discomfort around working through hard things. I show up with my own lived experiences which helps me in my work with clients. I am also learning to navigate the world as chaotic and crazy as things feel while parenting children through the process.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Supervisor and have worked in the field for more than 10 years. My experience ranges from school based therapy, community mental health, hospital psychiatric intake and now private practice. I have worked with children, adolescents adults and couples. I especially enjoy working with those within the LGBTQIA+ communities. My specialties are trauma/PTSD, OCD, Couples work and Anxiety. I also enjoy attachment focused treatments and working through negative beliefs we developed as children.

Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Courtney Williams

Courtney Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in supporting women with postpartum anxiety and depression, guiding young adults through life transitions...”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Jacko-Wise

Cynthia Jacko-Wise

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I understand what it's like when the picture you imagined for your life is not your current reality.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Illyana Massey

Illyana Massey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a space where you can be honest, authentic, and fully yourself without fear of judgment.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tesia Paz

Tesia Paz

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, friendly, and genuine—I create a safe space where you can feel truly heard and be exactly yourself.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 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 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Snodgrass

Melissa Snodgrass

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I create a supportive, compassionate, nonjudgmental space that is open, safe, and even includes humor when it feels helpful.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Samantha Moore

Samantha Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I pride myself on providing a relaxed, safe environment in each counseling session, so people can be themselves.”
Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jose Martinez

Jose Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is based on CBT and focuses on helping clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns, replacing them with healthier, more constructive ways of thinking to improve emotional well-being and behavior.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jody Bresee

Jody Bresee

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Within the structure of the therapeutic relationship clients can access their inner strengths and promote change.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Bonnie Phillips

Bonnie Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


Bonnie Phillips is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience. She earned her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Chapman University in 2005 and began her career working in schools, group homes, hospitals, and private practice. This diverse background allows her to support clients through a wide range of life challenges with compassion and understanding.

Creating a trusting and supportinve relationship is Bonnie’s top priority. She values genuineness, empathy, and active listening, and considers it a privilege to walk alongside clients as they build practical skills, access their inner strengths, and move toward greater emotional balance and well-being.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chelsi Steen

Chelsi Steen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help you feel seen, empowered, and equipped with tools to live a happier and fulfilling life.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Andrea Savage

Andrea Savage

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Giving clients a warm space, time to share, listening to what is on their minds and validating their feelings is what you will find working with me.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jay Wilson

Jay Wilson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring a grounded and compassionate presence to therapy and approach each person with honesty, curiosity, and care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lisa Johnson

Lisa Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a trauma-informed therapist, I help clients build resilience, process painful experiences, and develop tools that make life feel more manageable.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Jacobs

Patricia Jacobs

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi! I am a licensed mental health therapist, currently practicing in 5 states (NJ, NC, FL, GA and TX).

I received my Master's Degree in Clinical Counseling and Psychology from LaSalle University, over 13 years ago.

My goal is to give you the tools needed to stop surviving, and start living an authentic life. In a safe and secure place, we will face the past, heal it and bring you to become the best version of yourself.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sara Scott Ford

Sara Scott Ford

Therapist

Virtual • Wilmington, NC


“I specialize in working with individuals (civilian & military) who have experienced a significant life-changing event, trauma, or narcissism.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michelle Brown

Michelle Brown

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My work integrates unconditional positive regard as well as pychodymanic insight with practice tools from CBT, ACT, and polyvagal theory while also utilizing somatic approaches that help each person reconnect to their body's own wisdom.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Nzinga Cates

Dr. Nzinga Cates

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As both a clinician and a survivor of narcissistic abuse, Dr. Cates integrates clinical rigor with lived insight.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lauren Blue

Lauren Blue

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about my work with individuals who have a history of trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, mood-disorders, and BPD.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Theodore Gilbert

Theodore Gilbert

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that the most important factor of successful treatment starts with establishing a genuine therapeutic relationship.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michelle Stillwagon

Michelle Stillwagon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


As an an expert in relationships and sexual intimacy, as well as life's harder moments, when things feel bleak or it is hard to trust that things will work out again, I am here for you. I am empathic, patient, thoughtful, challenging, and an out of the box thinker offering a steady hand to steer you toward your highest path. I am driven by your goals and act as an accountability partner and friendly ally on your journey to seek pleasure, change, and empowerment. I believe there is opportunity in crisis (big and small) and that you are here because you know what it is you need. Let me help you recover your true SELF.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ashlea Staunch-Humphries

Ashlea Staunch-Humphries

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Ashlea utilizes client-centered therapeutic methods to uncover the root causes of distress and transform negative patterns arising from trauma, loss, depression, anxiety, medical issues, and relationship conflict.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jasmine Warren

Jasmine Warren

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


“I am committed to being authentic, empathetic and unconditionally accepting of who you are, while also challenging you to become the best version of yourself.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Natika Smith

Natika Smith

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process. Rather than offering quick fixes, I work with you to explore the deeper patterns, emotions, and stories that shape your experience.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jade Melito

Jade Melito

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work closely with my clients to create a collaborative environment that gives hope, meaning, and optimism even during the most daunting of circumstances.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Beth Salter

Beth Salter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My role isn't to tell you who to be or what to do — it's to support you in defining your own goals and creating a path toward the life you want.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erick Nunez

Erick Nunez

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Change can be scary but so is staying the same. There is a quote that I live by "Whatever you are not changing ... you are choosing".”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
William Wadsworth

William Wadsworth

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to understand my client's lived experience from their perspective and collaborate on goals.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Davis Hoffman

Davis Hoffman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I’m an LCSW, and my practice name, Life Shift Happens, comes from a truth I see every single day: people don’t come to therapy because they’re broken. They come because life stopped unfolding the way they expected, and they feel entirely stuck. A lot of the humans I work with are incredibly thoughtful and trying so hard. They usually don't lack insight; they’ve read the coping skills and talked things through with friends. Yet, they still find themselves procrastinating, shutting down, or feeling completely frozen by past stuff. When that happens, change isn’t a matter of forcing more willpower. It requires slowing down to look at the patterns and defense mechanisms we build to protect ourselves when life gets heavy.

My style is collaborative, deeply conversational, and entirely human. I’m not here to judge, lecture, or pretend I have all the answers. Instead, I’m active in our sessions through asking questions, noticing patterns, and gently pushing back when I see you getting in your own way. We will work on the practical things like boundaries, follow-through, and managing emotions, while sitting with the messy overthinking, panic, burnout, or feeling checked out underneath it all. Therapy with me is a relationship where we make sense of the sudden crises and quiet paralyses that come with life shifts. The goal isn’t a perfect, flawless life, but rather a therapeutic space where you can figure out what changed, sprinkle in compassion, and learn how to move forward in a way that feels genuinely your own.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chantel Washington-Mbuthia

Chantel Washington-Mbuthia

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I offer a trustworthy, respectful partnership combined with a warm and accepting personality that fosters growth in my clients.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jenny Hayes

Jenny Hayes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I draw from psychodynamic, interpersonal, and evidence-based modalities, including Mindfulness, CBT, EFT, and IFS, to provide tailored, goal-oriented support.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yolanda McLemore

Yolanda McLemore

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I believe that everyone has the ability to change and improve themselves and their circumstances given the right opportunity and the right support.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karla Jackson

Karla Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Life can be challenging, and you don't have to navigate it alone. I provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and encouraged. Whether you're facing anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, I'm here to walk alongside you as you build confidence, discover your strengths, and create positive change in your life.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Testen

Robert Testen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use supportive and sometimes challenging feedback along with humor when appropriate, to help gain insights and new perspectives into difficult roles and relationships.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Faith Northington

Faith Northington

Therapist

Virtual • Black Mountain, NC


“I specialize in EMDR therapy which is a modality that helps with a variety of issues and generally works quickly.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 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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