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Top family therapists in Raleigh, NC

Strengthen family bonds in Raleigh with evidence-based therapy from 829 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.

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.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Janet Reading

Janet Reading

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“By making changes that YOU decide are healthy, you can become the person whom you love and respect, as well as attain the life you want.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 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
Cleo Thompson

Cleo Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“During our sessions, we'll have an open conversations about your week, set goals, and work together to find strategies for your emotional well-being.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wanda Schubarth

Wanda Schubarth

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


You may be feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, especially if you’ve experienced trauma, toxic relationships, or emotional pain that keeps resurfacing. It can feel overwhelming trying to move forward while still carrying the weight of the past. You don’t have to do this alone. I provide a supportive space where you can begin to understand your story, break free from old patterns, and move toward a more peaceful, meaningful, and purpose-driven life.

Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laurel Meine

Laurel Meine

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe my role as your therapist is to actively listen and to offer a supportive, encouraging and non-judgemental environment...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
De'Lisa Hill

De'Lisa Hill

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


"Welcome to my virtual couch—where breath steadies, the heart softens, and the journey unfolds, I am De'Lisa Hill, let’s walk it together.” Here, your story is met with compassion, curiosity, and clinical wisdom. Together, we’ll revive what’s been withered, rebuild what’s been worn down, reveal what’s been hidden beneath the surface, and move toward restoration with intention.

For more than 18 years, I have walked with adolescents (16-20), adults (21-90), couples, and leaders through seasons of transition, healing, and rebuilding. My approach blends clinical precision with deep compassion. Clients describe my presence as grounding, clarifying, and restorative — a space where they can exhale, be fully seen, and begin again without shame or pressure.

I help you untangle the internal knots created by stress, trauma, relational ruptures, identity confusion, and life transitions. Whether you’re navigating emotional overwhelm, burnout, marital/couples' strain, spiritual fatigue, or the quiet ache of feeling “stuck,” my role is to help you reconnect with your clarity, your agency, and your capacity to thrive.

Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, 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.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kim Guercio

Kim Guercio

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a space and time for you to explore your experiences and challenges in order to make positive changes in your life.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mitsouko Chatelain

Mitsouko Chatelain

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is trauma-informed and holistic, combining evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and Trauma-Focused CBT...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Smeeta Bhatta

Smeeta Bhatta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach combines evidence-based treatment with genuine compassion and respect for your unique journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ann Koch

Ann Koch

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe in the power of connection, belonging, and meeting clients with warmth, creating a safe place for personal growth.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Derrick Johnson

Dr. Derrick Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy is about "discovery, education, and growth," and utilize this formula to help you create the change you are seeking.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melonie Tarlton

Melonie Tarlton

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring a grounded, real-world approach to therapy, paired with a sometimes dark but always empathetic sense of humor.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shariyfa Polite

Shariyfa Polite

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“For over 15 years, I've watched clients transform from surviving to thriving, and here's what I know: you're not broken, you're not too much, and you're definitely not alone.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Liza Go-Harris

Liza Go-Harris

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a warm, collaborative approach to therapy, helping clients navigate life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, stress, and relationship challenges.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Deborah Davis

Deborah Davis

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about helping individuals build resilience, develop healthy coping strategies, and move toward meaningful and lasting change.”
Family issues, Anger management, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ranada Jones-Barsh

Ranada Jones-Barsh

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“From our first visit, clients can expect a compassionate and understanding space where they feel heard, respected, and supported.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lena Baker-Scott

Lena Baker-Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Littleton, NC


“It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Ashley Taylor

Ashley Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Welcome! I’m Ashley, and I’m passionate about supporting clients on their journey toward healing and growth. I have over nine years of clinical experience working with children, teens, adults, and families. I specialize in trauma-informed care as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). My background includes a Master’s in School Counseling where I gained internship experience in both elementary and high school settings. I support individuals navigating concerns such as anxiety, depression, OCD, relationship challenges, trauma, grief/loss, and women’s issues. While I have worked with clients of all backgrounds, I do also offer Christian counseling, if requested, for those who wish to incorporate faith into the therapeutic process.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Martha Petchenik

Martha Petchenik

Therapist

Virtual • Hendersonville, NC


“I believe an important part of my role is empowering each individual client to find their way to healthy changes.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Belich

Megan Belich

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I'm challenging that I hold you accountable to doing the work that it is necessary to get better but I'm affirming that you feel supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
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...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jalissa Newton

Jalissa Newton

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


As a therapist, my approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and the belief that every person has the capacity for growth and healing. I create a space where you can show up exactly as you are and feel understood, supported, and valued. Together, we’ll explore what you’re carrying, build insight, and develop practical tools that fit your life. My goal is to help you feel empowered, encouraged, and equipped to move toward the version of yourself you want to become.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Autumn Thibault

Autumn Thibault

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that people are not their problems. Together, we'll work to separate the challenges you're facing from your identity and relationships.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Adrian Green

Dr. Adrian Green

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to meet you where you are and help you move forward in a way that feels meaningful and manageable.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Eason

Elizabeth Eason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pembroke, NC


“My approach is collaborative, integrative, and tailored to the unique needs of each individual, drawing on humanistic and evidence-based techniques to foster growth.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Frederick Stephens

Frederick Stephens

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My first priority is to listen and understand what has brought you in at this time, what feels most stressful or overwhelming, what you have already tried, and what you hope might change.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lauren Ross

Lauren Ross

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I feel privileged that clients trust me with their story. My goal in working with clients is that they reach their own goals.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Natalie Campbell

Dr. Natalie Campbell

Psychologist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi, I'm Dr. Natalie. Since 1997 when I obtained my Doctoral License as a psychologist, I've dedicated my career to supporting adults and seniors through life's most challenging moments. My goal is to create a warm, safe space where you feel truly heard and understood.

Family issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mellissa Forde-Jackson

Mellissa Forde-Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring warmth, curiosity, and deep respect for each person's story into my work, and I value creating a space where clients feel comfortable showing up as they are.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Vonda Gardner

Vonda Gardner

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I’m a licensed clinical social worker providing telehealth therapy for children, teens, and adults across North Carolina, Virginia, South Carolina, and Florida. My goal is to offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, talking openly, and working toward meaningful change.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ricky Ramsey

Ricky Ramsey

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello, My name is Ricky Ramsey, I Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 13 years of experience in individual counseling.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Scholz

Catherine Scholz

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


I have wanted to be a counselor from a young age. I received my undergraduate BA degree in Psychology from the University of Colorado and my graduate degree M.Ed clinical/ school counseling from the University of Phoenix. I also spent two years studying at the Denver Seminary to learn how to incorporate faith into counseling. I started out as a middle school counselor and also worked as a therapist in a counseling clinic. My passions are parent coaching, helping with anxiety disorders as well as depressive disorders.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Angela Houser

Dr. Angela Houser

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative, client-centered, and grounded in evidence-based practices tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christie Schnur

Christie Schnur

Therapist

Virtual • Durham, NC


“I want you to leave a session with tools to help you decrease any negative feelings and or behaviors.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Sharika Mcfadden

Dr. Sharika Mcfadden

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Professionally I bring 20 years or more to working with individuals, families, and groups. I am passionate about supporting my clients in making change. I have a wealth of experience working with people of varying backgrounds, lgbtqia+, and couples.

Family issues, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mia Clifford

Mia Clifford

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, PTSD, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sharlita Boyd

Sharlita Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapeutic style balances empathy with practical support. I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can show up fully — without pressure to have everything figured out.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Cueto

Christina Cueto

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Finding a safe space where you feel truly heard is the first step toward healing and building lasting change.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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, NC

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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