Therapists in Raleigh, NC
Ashley Coleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27607 (Online Only)
Welcome! I commend you on taking the first step on your healing journey and to become a better you! Mental health can be scary at times and makes you feel alone, uncertain or even lost at life. Are you feeling like you’re at a crossroads trying to navigate life, need help expressing yourself/thoughts, feeling depressed, high anxiety, have questions or feel unsupported? If you answered yes to any of those mentioned above, let's work together to put the pieces of your life puzzle back together to reach your highest potential!
Welcome! I commend you on taking the first step on your healing journey and to become a better you! Mental health can be scary at times and makes you feel alone, uncertain or even lost at life. Are you feeling like you’re at a crossroads trying to navigate life, need help expressing yourself/thoughts, feeling depressed, high anxiety, have questions or feel unsupported? If you answered yes to any of those mentioned above, let's work together to put the pieces of your life puzzle back together to reach your highest potential!
Alison W. Silver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27612
Alison Silver is a licensed clinical social worker with nearly two decades of experience working with children and families in a variety of settings including residential treatment, outpatient clinics, schools, and community-based treatment. She is a professional member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the North Carolina Society for Clinical Social Work. She provides individual therapy, play therapy, and parent guidance for children birth-13 years old and specializes in working with preschool-age children.
Alison Silver is a licensed clinical social worker with nearly two decades of experience working with children and families in a variety of settings including residential treatment, outpatient clinics, schools, and community-based treatment. She is a professional member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the North Carolina Society for Clinical Social Work. She provides individual therapy, play therapy, and parent guidance for children birth-13 years old and specializes in working with preschool-age children.
Dr. Nicole Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I’m Dr. Nicole Johnson, founder of Mindful Counseling Services, PLLC. I understand the complexities of life and their impact on our relationships, expectations of self, mood, and general functioning. These issues may stem from attachment impingements, trauma, grief, loss, and complex or unexpected transitions. Symptoms related to mental health challenges can be debilitating. They can stunt psychosocial and emotional development along with relational and professional achievements. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all experience, and I strive to provide a personalized approach to help you achieve your therapeutic goals.
I’m Dr. Nicole Johnson, founder of Mindful Counseling Services, PLLC. I understand the complexities of life and their impact on our relationships, expectations of self, mood, and general functioning. These issues may stem from attachment impingements, trauma, grief, loss, and complex or unexpected transitions. Symptoms related to mental health challenges can be debilitating. They can stunt psychosocial and emotional development along with relational and professional achievements. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all experience, and I strive to provide a personalized approach to help you achieve your therapeutic goals.
Lauren Baker
Counselor, MA, LMCHA
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27615 (Online Only)
Lauren is an experience clinician who has worked in a variety of settings before finding a home specializing in women's health, sexual disorders and couple's work. She has certifications in Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT) and wrote her thesis on vulvodynia. Lauren is down to earth, candid and empathic clinician who hopes clients can find freedom and play.
Lauren is an experience clinician who has worked in a variety of settings before finding a home specializing in women's health, sexual disorders and couple's work. She has certifications in Emotional Focused Therapy (EFT) and wrote her thesis on vulvodynia. Lauren is down to earth, candid and empathic clinician who hopes clients can find freedom and play.
Rachel Ford
Psychological Associate, MS, EdS, LPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27607
Now accepting new clients in-person or online. Everyone experiences challenges in their life that can feel overwhelming. Seeking the help of a therapist during these times is a sign of strength, as it shows a willingness to address problems rather than avoid them. I offer solution-focused tools that you can begin to use right away. Using a cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic approach, I will help you identify goals and acquire the understanding and skills needed to experience positive change in your life and relationships.
Now accepting new clients in-person or online. Everyone experiences challenges in their life that can feel overwhelming. Seeking the help of a therapist during these times is a sign of strength, as it shows a willingness to address problems rather than avoid them. I offer solution-focused tools that you can begin to use right away. Using a cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic approach, I will help you identify goals and acquire the understanding and skills needed to experience positive change in your life and relationships.
Patricia S. Duggan
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, LCASA, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27608 (Online Only)
Often our hurtful experiences are out of our control. You didn’t choose to live with pain & society makes it hard to heal. You are tired of feeling alone and misunderstood. The reality is our experiences and memories can shape our beliefs and worldviews, creating guilt, anxiety, shame, anger, and isolation. Living with chronic pain, illness, trauma, anxiety, and grief – does impact us. Even if you don’t feel like it at this very moment, there is part of you that knows they deserve something more, whether it’s self-compassion, healthy connections, pleasure, joy, or the chance to move from surviving to thriving. Let's get curious.
Often our hurtful experiences are out of our control. You didn’t choose to live with pain & society makes it hard to heal. You are tired of feeling alone and misunderstood. The reality is our experiences and memories can shape our beliefs and worldviews, creating guilt, anxiety, shame, anger, and isolation. Living with chronic pain, illness, trauma, anxiety, and grief – does impact us. Even if you don’t feel like it at this very moment, there is part of you that knows they deserve something more, whether it’s self-compassion, healthy connections, pleasure, joy, or the chance to move from surviving to thriving. Let's get curious.
Head & Heart: Neurodiverse Counseling & Consulting
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27609
Are you seeking a supportive space to foster growth within neurodiversity? At Head & Heart, we understand the unique challenges and potential that come with Autism. Whether you are an individual, a parent seeking a structured environment for your child, or a neurodivergent couple striving to foster connection, my approach is tailored to your specific needs. Our holistic approach creates change through personalized strategies and evidence-based interventions. Together, we will explore effective ways to enhance communication, manage challenges, and celebrate the strengths that make you and your loved ones beautifully neurodiverse.
Are you seeking a supportive space to foster growth within neurodiversity? At Head & Heart, we understand the unique challenges and potential that come with Autism. Whether you are an individual, a parent seeking a structured environment for your child, or a neurodivergent couple striving to foster connection, my approach is tailored to your specific needs. Our holistic approach creates change through personalized strategies and evidence-based interventions. Together, we will explore effective ways to enhance communication, manage challenges, and celebrate the strengths that make you and your loved ones beautifully neurodiverse.
Jennifer Bates
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27615
My name is Jenny Bates, and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 22 years of clinical experience working with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Minors who are experiencing ADHD, Anxiety, Grief, Stress, and Relationship Issues. I use a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Eclectic, Family Systems, and Person-Centered therapies during treatments with my clients. I believe that successful therapy will require the client to play an active role both during and between sessions to practice new skills and learn ways to strengthen them.
My name is Jenny Bates, and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 22 years of clinical experience working with Individuals, Couples, Families, and Minors who are experiencing ADHD, Anxiety, Grief, Stress, and Relationship Issues. I use a mix of Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Eclectic, Family Systems, and Person-Centered therapies during treatments with my clients. I believe that successful therapy will require the client to play an active role both during and between sessions to practice new skills and learn ways to strengthen them.
Elizabeth Ishola
Counselor, MS, NCC, BC-TMH, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27607 (Online Only)
Elizabeth is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of North Carolina. She operates from both a strengths-based approach and Person-Centered lens and draws upon practices from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family Systems Therapy. She serves as an agent of change for her clients, helping to encourage and challenge them along their personal journeys. Elizabeth enjoys working with individuals who are in a space where they are becoming more autonomous and works to help them along their journey through life transitions, managing stress, anxiety, and relational issues.
Elizabeth is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate in the state of North Carolina. She operates from both a strengths-based approach and Person-Centered lens and draws upon practices from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family Systems Therapy. She serves as an agent of change for her clients, helping to encourage and challenge them along their personal journeys. Elizabeth enjoys working with individuals who are in a space where they are becoming more autonomous and works to help them along their journey through life transitions, managing stress, anxiety, and relational issues.
Center for Anxiety Relief and Education, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27615
Our ideal client has a history of Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Specific Phobias. We also help individuals who experience depression due to anxiety; anyone prone to excessive worry, or fear; Anyone who feels out of place or cannot thrive in their vocation; Anyone who feels crippled due to specific phobia and panic attacks; Anyone who moves from place to place - be it residential or vocationally, due to a lack of peace of mind.
Our ideal client has a history of Anxiety, Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Specific Phobias. We also help individuals who experience depression due to anxiety; anyone prone to excessive worry, or fear; Anyone who feels out of place or cannot thrive in their vocation; Anyone who feels crippled due to specific phobia and panic attacks; Anyone who moves from place to place - be it residential or vocationally, due to a lack of peace of mind.
Alison Moore Keene
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27610
Waitlist for new clients
"There is no greater journey than the one you take to discover all the mysteries that lie inside you." - Michelle Sandlin The journey towards healing starts with one courageous step. As a counselor, my goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can take those steps towards hope and increased clarity. My approach to counseling includes the whole person. I use sensorimotor experiencing and mindfulness in learning how to regulate the body and emotions, while exploring how thought patterns can be helpful or hurtful.
"There is no greater journey than the one you take to discover all the mysteries that lie inside you." - Michelle Sandlin The journey towards healing starts with one courageous step. As a counselor, my goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can take those steps towards hope and increased clarity. My approach to counseling includes the whole person. I use sensorimotor experiencing and mindfulness in learning how to regulate the body and emotions, while exploring how thought patterns can be helpful or hurtful.
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Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27615 (Online Only)
As a Board Certified Health & Wellness coach, I help clients focus on any aspect of their life in which they desire to make changes. Clients come to me to make changes regarding medical issues like weight loss, exercise planning, and heart disease. Others come to deal with life transitions such as retirement, divorce, and job changes. The integrative approach addresses all aspects of our lives. Applying positive psychology interventions adds more layers of success. Health coaching is a forward momentum process, and I partner with clients to help them plan their best lives. What positive changes can I help you bring about?
As a Board Certified Health & Wellness coach, I help clients focus on any aspect of their life in which they desire to make changes. Clients come to me to make changes regarding medical issues like weight loss, exercise planning, and heart disease. Others come to deal with life transitions such as retirement, divorce, and job changes. The integrative approach addresses all aspects of our lives. Applying positive psychology interventions adds more layers of success. Health coaching is a forward momentum process, and I partner with clients to help them plan their best lives. What positive changes can I help you bring about?
Jasmine Jefferson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27607 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients. I believe that life is a journey and we all have a purpose that can bring us joy and fulfillment. There are challenges and obstacles that get placed in our lives that may push us off track or make it hard to focus. I aim to assist you with life challenges and obstacles so that you can regain focus and find joy and fulfillment.
Accepting New Clients. I believe that life is a journey and we all have a purpose that can bring us joy and fulfillment. There are challenges and obstacles that get placed in our lives that may push us off track or make it hard to focus. I aim to assist you with life challenges and obstacles so that you can regain focus and find joy and fulfillment.
Joseph Wallace Barnes III
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27609
There comes a point in life where you have tried all you can try alone. Maybe you have been fighting a battle by yourself and now you are looking for an army. Maybe at this point in your life, you are ready to embark on a new journey, with help and assistance. This is where I come in. Together we will work to repair what you feel is damaged, and strengthen what you feel is weak, so that we can fight and win this battle together. My ideal clients are those in a marriage, relationship, or partnership and are working to stay together. As a team, we will work through challenges, misdirected feelings, emotions, infidelity, and change.
There comes a point in life where you have tried all you can try alone. Maybe you have been fighting a battle by yourself and now you are looking for an army. Maybe at this point in your life, you are ready to embark on a new journey, with help and assistance. This is where I come in. Together we will work to repair what you feel is damaged, and strengthen what you feel is weak, so that we can fight and win this battle together. My ideal clients are those in a marriage, relationship, or partnership and are working to stay together. As a team, we will work through challenges, misdirected feelings, emotions, infidelity, and change.
Abbe Colodny
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27615
I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults dealing with developmental delays including autism/Asperger's and mental health disorders.
I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults dealing with developmental delays including autism/Asperger's and mental health disorders.
Justice Alaiah Byrd
LCSW Associate , LCSW-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27609
Hi there! My name is Justice, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate in the State of North Carolina. I was drawn to this profession because of the experiences I have faced in my own life. My passion is working alongside of adolescents, young adults, and new moms as they transition through the seasons of life..
Hi there! My name is Justice, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate in the State of North Carolina. I was drawn to this profession because of the experiences I have faced in my own life. My passion is working alongside of adolescents, young adults, and new moms as they transition through the seasons of life..
Nakisha Rodriguez
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27601 (Online Only)
Nakisha Rodriguez is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 12 years of experience in mental health. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and military members. Nakisha is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families address their unique challenges and live more fulfilling lives. Nakisha earned her Master of Science in Human Services with a specialty in Mental Health Counseling at Capella University. She is an Air Force spouse and former military child. She has years of experience navigating the stressors and joys of military life.
Nakisha Rodriguez is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 12 years of experience in mental health. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and military members. Nakisha is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families address their unique challenges and live more fulfilling lives. Nakisha earned her Master of Science in Human Services with a specialty in Mental Health Counseling at Capella University. She is an Air Force spouse and former military child. She has years of experience navigating the stressors and joys of military life.
Courtney Hayes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27615 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with making a desired change in your life? Look no further! You've come to the right place… therapy! Therapy can be a wonderful yet uncomfortable experience, especially starting out. I am here to help ease that discomfort and help you meet your goals and needs. I sprinkle in humor to help with the intensity therapy can bring. I have experience with various populations including families, military, veterans, EMS, couples, and individuals with various mental health experiences. I look forward to the opportunity to help you on your therapy journey. I’ll leave the light on for you.
Are you struggling with making a desired change in your life? Look no further! You've come to the right place… therapy! Therapy can be a wonderful yet uncomfortable experience, especially starting out. I am here to help ease that discomfort and help you meet your goals and needs. I sprinkle in humor to help with the intensity therapy can bring. I have experience with various populations including families, military, veterans, EMS, couples, and individuals with various mental health experiences. I look forward to the opportunity to help you on your therapy journey. I’ll leave the light on for you.
Andy Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27615
While there are many reasons to seek therapy, often an underlying theme is that the strategies we have developed and relied on over time to deal with life's challenges are no longer working as effectively as might be needed. It is my belief, and has been my experience, that by understanding how we have adapted to the forces that shape our lives (both within and around us), and by changing the ways we relate to and experience these forces, we can create opportunities to strengthen valued skills or learn new ones, improve our ability to respond to and manage stress, and move with intention toward desired goals and outcomes.
While there are many reasons to seek therapy, often an underlying theme is that the strategies we have developed and relied on over time to deal with life's challenges are no longer working as effectively as might be needed. It is my belief, and has been my experience, that by understanding how we have adapted to the forces that shape our lives (both within and around us), and by changing the ways we relate to and experience these forces, we can create opportunities to strengthen valued skills or learn new ones, improve our ability to respond to and manage stress, and move with intention toward desired goals and outcomes.
Hidden Stream Counseling
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27605
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor and National Certified Counselor located in Raleigh, NC with experience in working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families within individual and group settings . I also have experience in working with individuals diagnosed with mental illnesses and substance abuse and those without. I work with a variety of populations and client demographics. My desire is to help you face your challenges and succeed regardless of the circumstance(s).
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor and National Certified Counselor located in Raleigh, NC with experience in working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families within individual and group settings . I also have experience in working with individuals diagnosed with mental illnesses and substance abuse and those without. I work with a variety of populations and client demographics. My desire is to help you face your challenges and succeed regardless of the circumstance(s).
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Number of Therapists in Raleigh, NC
2,000+
Average cost per session
$140
Therapists in Raleigh, NC who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
78% | Self Esteem |
76% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Coping Skills |
73% | Stress |
66% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
85% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
74% | Aetna |
56% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Raleigh, NC see their clients
59% | In Person and Online | |
41% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
84% | Female | |
15% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Raleigh?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.