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Top family therapists in Raleigh, NC

Strengthen family bonds in Raleigh with evidence-based therapy from 917 licensed providers. Our warm, solution-oriented therapists offer flexible in-person and virtual sessions to help families navigate challenges, improve communication, and build healthier relationships together.

Tennille Woodard Mitchell

Tennille Woodard Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My clinical approach is to walk alongside clients through the "shenanigans" of life with a relaxed, genuine and straight-forward approach.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lori Harrison

Lori Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is strengths-based, trauma-informed, and collaborative, with a focus on creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard and empowered.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Teal Garvin

Teal Garvin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Charlotte, NC


“I believe in assisting client in getting to the solution which can be found through facilitating a process of self-discovery.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“To get results I use traditional psychotherapy approaches, as well as Internal Family Systems (parts work), and shamanic healing practices.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheryl Harris

Cheryl Harris

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I take a person-centered approach, meeting each client where they are with compassion and respect. My goal is to create a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.

I incorporate Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to help you move toward the future you want. Together, we identify your existing strengths and skills, building on what’s already working while exploring what can be done differently to support meaningful change.

This approach emphasizes your present circumstances and future goals, helping you create practical, forward-moving solutions rather than staying stuck in the past.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Reed

Elizabeth Reed

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring a warm, direct, and deeply experienced approach to therapy. I am an independently licensed clinical social worker and supervisor with more than 26 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, ADHD, relationship stress, life...”
ADD/ADHD, PTSD
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ginnovia Dumas

Ginnovia Dumas

Therapist

Virtual • Jacksonville, NC


“My goal is to provide a safe, inclusive, culturally sensitive, and non judgmental space for my clients.”
Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Julie Hovrud

Julie Hovrud

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Having been on the other side of the room, I realize the challenges and anxieties with initially getting started in therapy.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christie Pfalzgraf

Christie Pfalzgraf

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe the decision to begin therapy is a courageous act and I am honored to share a space of possibility and growth with you.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly Bartell

Kimberly Bartell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“We will work together with the goal of adding to your strengths while decreasing your negative thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ashley Jackson

Ashley Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is warm, compassionate, honest, and supportive, with a focus on helping you feel empowered, confident, and capable of lasting growth.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chethana Perera

Chethana Perera

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“By providing a supportive, safe and empowering space I work with clients to find their organic process for healing and growth.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bonita Hutchinson

Bonita Hutchinson

Therapist

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“One size does not fit everyone and my approach to therapy is strength based and respectful of your culture, community and truths.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Karen Hernandez

Karen Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Hickory, NC


“I will teach you the skills you need such as emotional regulation, visual imagery, deep breathing, and learn to replace old thinking patterns...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nicole Paryz

Nicole Paryz

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in a collaborative approach to work through your thoughts and feelings and their impact on your behavior, mood, self-esteem and interpersonal relationships.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Akeshia Lewis

Akeshia Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“As a Black female therapist, I provide a warm, culturally responsive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can safely explore life's challenges and build on their strengths.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Greg Hilgert

Greg Hilgert

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach will always be to meet you where you are at and help you be the best 'you' that you can be today.”
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ozella Maynard

Ozella Maynard

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Welcome and thanks for visiting! I am a licensed clinical social worker with a BSW from NC A&T and an MSW from Fayetteville State University. I have a passion for maternal health and over a decade of experience in this field. I love what I do and I look forward to connecting with you.

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Women's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Baker

Joseph Baker

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to establish a connection, whereby both the client and I will partner, addressing those aspects of life which present formidable obstacles, and/or repress growth.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Latricia Barrett-Crawford

Latricia Barrett-Crawford

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello, I am a double graduate of NCA & T with a Bachelor of Social Work & Master in Counseling as first-generation college student. I have 20+ years’ experience in child welfare and family well-being. In which, I have a passion for helping others with emphasis on self-esteem, positive thinking, domestic violence, family dynamics & the impact of trauma & adverse childhood effects. I am a boy mom (human & fur baby) & for that reason, I love sports & enjoy cultivating males. & women empowerment!

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Krumroy

Taylor Krumroy

Therapist

Virtual • Greensboro, NC


“I specialize in working with people who have Borderline Personality Disorder. It's primarily the one disorder nearly no therapists touch.”
Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dawn Williams

Dawn Williams

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am a clinical therapist with 11 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults to include school settings and military populations.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
TaNisha Jackson

TaNisha Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“An uplifting, practical psychotherapist with a MA in Counseling Psychology and Life Coaching to assist on your life journey.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Johnny Manning

Johnny Manning

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My methods are based in cognitive behavioral therapies that intend to lead the client to a better understanding of themselves.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa Sutton

Lisa Sutton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is compassionate, nonjudgmental and practical. I believe that people can make meaningful changes regardless of where they are in their lives...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
David Zealy-Wright

David Zealy-Wright

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hickory, NC


“I believe that deciding what the darkest chapters in our lives mean to our overall stories is only up to the individual.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Dixon

Christina Dixon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Clients can expect to better understand themselves and their mental health. Clients will feel heard, safe, and understood.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christopher Peacock

Christopher Peacock

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Jacksonville, NC


“I believe wholeheartedly that every person holds the capacity for change; sometimes, they just need the right tools and support to unlock that potential.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brooke Farrell

Brooke Farrell

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I am passionate about helping others heal their relational wounds and feel more safety and connection in their lives.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Lanette Allendorf

Lanette Allendorf

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Using strengths-based, solution focused conversation we will investigate, define, and pave the path to accomplish your goals.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rachel Rebich

Rachel Rebich

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm a warm, empathic therapist who believes meaningful change happens when you feel truly seen, supported, and understood.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tina Chen

Tina Chen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I’m Tina Chen, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping clients feel their best. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and ADHD, and I combine medication management with practical tools from CBT and positive psychology. With advanced training from California Baptist University and National University, I focus on creating a supportive, collaborative space where you can build confidence, resilience, and balance in your everyday life.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kandace Koontz Perryman

Kandace Koontz Perryman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • High Point, NC


“I believe that the answers are all right there inside of us but we often have so much piled on top it is hard to find them.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Imani Mcphatter

Imani Mcphatter

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy is a transformative journey, and my goal is to create a supportive space where you feel truly heard, valued, and empowered.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allie Kirvin

Allie Kirvin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a welcoming, affirming space where you can feel truly heard, supported, and safe to be yourself.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 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.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Corrine Shuster

Corrine Shuster

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With a relaxed approach, I will help you express your authentic self, discover your own unique path, and find the life that you desire.”
Family issues, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Yolanda Dandridge

Yolanda Dandridge

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I work from a body-based, movement lead and culturally rooted perspective that honors your lived experience, family story, and the communities you belong to.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Etosha Blank

Etosha Blank

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to provide a safe, empowering space where we can work together on what matters most to you and the goals you'd like to focus on in therapy.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tristin Fouche

Tristin Fouche

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach isn't about fixing you. It's about understanding you—your patterns, your responses, and the ways your experiences have shaped how you move through the world.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our family therapists located within 20 miles of Raleigh, NC

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Raleigh, NC
There are over 23 therapists in Raleigh, NC accepting new patients.
23+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 83%Stress management
  • 83%Relationship issues
  • 83%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 100%Cigna
  • 96%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 65%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • 57%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 9%Hindi
  • 9%Urdu
  • 4%French
  • 4%Malayalam
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 22%Man
License types
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  • 35%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 26%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 22%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 13%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Family therapy
  • 96%Individual therapy
  • 35%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 35%Couples therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right counselor for your family

Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in Raleigh

Finding family therapists in Raleigh starts with understanding what your family wants support with and what kind of therapist is trained to help. Family therapy can support parenting conflict, adolescent struggles, blended family dynamics, communication patterns across generations, and changes in the household. Family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, which means they look at how family members interact rather than focusing only on one person. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, family therapy experience, and approaches that match your needs, such as family systems therapy, structural family therapy, or parent-focused support.

Raleigh offers a strong mix of local mental health care options, with in-person offices across the city and virtual appointments that can make scheduling easier for families with school, work, or caregiving demands. Family therapy sessions may include the full family, a parent and child, siblings, partners, or individual members at different points in care. It helps to ask about session structure before booking so you know who should attend and what to expect. Reading therapist bios can also show how a therapist works with families, how they describe their communication style, and whether they offer a free phone consultation before the first session.

Therapy in Raleigh can be a significant investment without insurance, and using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you compare family therapy Raleigh options by showing therapists who are accepting new patients and offer in-person or virtual sessions, with insurance details available to review on Headway. You can enter your insurance details to see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, then review therapist profiles and schedule directly when you’re ready.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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