Couples therapists in Raleigh, NC

41 verified listings 30 more licensed therapists from the NPI registry Updated October 1, 2026

41 couples therapists in Raleigh are listed with details from their own websites. 28 of them offer online sessions, and the approaches mentioned most often are Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Imago and Prepare/Enrich. Listed fees run from $50 to $225 per session. Whether you’re working through a hard stretch or getting ready to marry, compare how they work and what they charge below.

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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) , 13 listings
Imago , 11 listings
Prepare/Enrich Clear Approach: Prepare/Enrich
Gottman Method , 7 listings

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Internal Family Systems (IFS) , 4 listings
Discernment Counseling , 2 listings
SYMBIS , 1 listing

What these approaches mean

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Developed by Sue Johnson and grounded in attachment theory. Helps partners change the negative patterns that drive them apart.
Imago: Developed by Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt. Built on the idea that we carry an image from childhood into adult relationships.
Prepare/Enrich: An online relationship assessment followed by feedback sessions with a trained facilitator, for engaged or married couples.
Gottman Method: Developed by John and Julie Gottman. Usually starts with an assessment, then works on friendship, managing conflict and shared meaning.
Internal Family Systems (IFS): Developed by Richard Schwartz. Works with the different “parts” of each person; also adapted for couples.
Discernment Counseling: Developed by William Doherty for couples where one partner is leaning out. Up to five sessions, aimed at clarity about the next step.
SYMBIS: The Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts assessment by Les and Leslie Parrott, used with a certified facilitator, mostly before marriage.

Couples therapy approaches, explained

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Samantha Burcher, LMFT

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Prepare/Enrich

Sessions

Online and in person; online for clients in NC

Session length

50 or 80 minutes

Insurance

Out of network. Ask about a superbill

Fee

$175 per session; free 15-minute consultation

Also

Premarital counseling · Intensives (extended multi-hour sessions)

Visit website of Samantha Burcher (opens in a new tab) Book online with Samantha Burcher (opens in a new tab) Call Samantha Burcher at (919) 817-4647

Source: vantagetherapyandwellness.com, checked Oct 1, 2026 NPI 1669293130
Ebonee Grissett

Practice details below come from lifecarecc.com, which lists several clinicians.

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Prepare/Enrich

Sessions

Online and in person; online for clients in ME and NC

Insurance

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Also

Premarital counseling · Faith-integrated counseling available

New clients

Listed as accepting new clients

Visit website of Ebonee Grissett (opens in a new tab) Book online with Ebonee Grissett (opens in a new tab) Call Ebonee Grissett at (919) 851-1527

Source: lifecarecc.com, checked Oct 1, 2026 NPI 1427844513
Mary Hunt

Practice details below come from awakeningscenter.org, which lists several clinicians.

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Prepare/Enrich

Sessions

Online and in person; online for clients in NC

Fee

Sliding scale available

Also

Premarital counseling · LGBTQ+ affirming · Faith-integrated counseling available · Intensives (extended multi-hour sessions)

Visit website of Mary Hunt (opens in a new tab) Book online with Mary Hunt (opens in a new tab) Call Mary Hunt at (919) 845-5400

Source: awakeningscenter.org, checked Oct 1, 2026 NPI 1619667896
Lifecare Counseling And Coaching, Inc

Practice details below come from lifecarecc.com, which lists several clinicians.

Type

Marriage & family therapy practice

Approach

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Prepare/Enrich

Sessions

Online and in person; online for clients in ME and NC

Insurance

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Also

Premarital counseling · Faith-integrated counseling available

New clients

Listed as accepting new clients

Visit website of Lifecare Counseling And Coaching, Inc (opens in a new tab) Book online with Lifecare Counseling And Coaching, Inc (opens in a new tab) Call Lifecare Counseling And Coaching, Inc at (919) 851-1527

Source: lifecarecc.com, checked Oct 1, 2026 NPI 1750539516
Sarina Loveless

Practice details below come from familysolutionsandwellness.com, which lists several clinicians.

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Discernment Counseling and Prepare/Enrich

Sessions

Online and in person; online for clients in NC and SC

Hours

Evening or weekend appointments

Fee

Sliding scale available

Also

Premarital counseling · LGBTQ+ affirming · Intensives (extended multi-hour sessions)

Visit website of Sarina Loveless (opens in a new tab) Book online with Sarina Loveless (opens in a new tab) Call Sarina Loveless at (919) 909-1230

Source: familysolutionsandwellness.com, checked Oct 1, 2026 NPI 1730010042
Nicole Stone, MS

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Imago, Discernment Counseling and Prepare/Enrich

Sessions

Online and in person; online for clients in NC

Session length

50 or 90 minutes

Insurance

Out of network. Ask about a superbill

Fee

$185–$210 per session; free 15-minute consultation

Also

Premarital counseling · LGBTQ+ affirming · Intensives (extended multi-hour sessions)

Visit website of Nicole Stone (opens in a new tab) Call Nicole Stone at (571) 378-6900

Source: wellmarriagecenter.com, checked Oct 1, 2026 NPI 1750794772
Keith Sullivan

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Prepare/Enrich and SYMBIS

Sessions

Online (telehealth)

Also

Premarital counseling · Faith-integrated counseling available

Visit website of Keith Sullivan (opens in a new tab) Book online with Keith Sullivan (opens in a new tab) Call Keith Sullivan at (919) 781-1800

Source: atimetoheal.com, checked Oct 1, 2026 NPI 1396062873
Laurie Watson, LMFT, LPC

Practice details below come from awakeningscenter.org, which lists several clinicians.

Type

Marriage & family therapist

Approach

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Prepare/Enrich

Sessions

Online and in person; online for clients in NC

Fee

Sliding scale available

Also

Premarital counseling · LGBTQ+ affirming · Faith-integrated counseling available · Intensives (extended multi-hour sessions)

Visit website of Laurie Watson (opens in a new tab) Book online with Laurie Watson (opens in a new tab) Call Laurie Watson at (919) 845-5400

Source: awakeningscenter.org, checked Oct 1, 2026 NPI 1346491412

30 more licensed therapists from the NPI registry aren’t covered by these filters. See the registry list.

Questions about couples therapy in Raleigh

How many couples therapists are listed in Raleigh?

This page lists 41 verified couples therapists in Raleigh. Another 30 licensed marriage and family therapists with Raleigh practice addresses appear in the federal NPI registry but haven’t been confirmed yet.

How much does couples therapy cost in Raleigh?

Among the 14 verified therapists here who list a fee, session prices range from $50 to $225. 17 mention a sliding scale. Fees change, so confirm the current rate with the therapist.

Can we do couples therapy online in North Carolina?

Yes. 28 of the 41 verified therapists in Raleigh offer online sessions. A therapist can generally only see clients online while those clients are located in a state where the therapist is licensed, so both partners should be in North Carolina (or another state where the therapist holds a license) during sessions.

Do couples therapists in Raleigh take insurance?

Some do. Of the 41 verified therapists, 20 mention Blue Cross Blue Shield, 17 mention Aetna and 14 mention UnitedHealthcare / Optum on their websites. Many plans cover couples therapy only in limited cases, so ask your insurer and the therapist before your first session.

Which couples therapy approaches do therapists in Raleigh use?

Of the 41 verified therapists, 16 mention Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), 11 mention Imago, 11 mention Prepare/Enrich and 9 mention Gottman Method on their websites. Many therapists combine approaches, so ask how they work with couples and how they trained.

Are couples therapists in Raleigh accepting new clients?

15 of the 41 verified therapists say on their websites that they’re accepting new clients. Openings change quickly, so contact a therapist to confirm.

Are there couples therapists in Raleigh with evening or weekend hours?

2 of the 41 verified therapists list evening or weekend appointments on their websites.

Can we talk to a therapist in Raleigh before booking?

16 of the 41 verified therapists mention a free consultation. It’s a chance to ask how they work with couples, what they charge and when they have openings.

Choosing a therapist in Raleigh

How to choose a couples therapist: license types, how to check a license, and questions to ask before a first session.
Gottman Method vs. EFT: here, 9 verified listings mention the Gottman Method and 16 verified listings mention EFT.
Couples therapy approaches, explained: what Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Imago and Prepare/Enrich involve, and who developed them.
What couples therapy costs: how Raleigh fees compare with other cities, and what to ask about insurance.
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Nearby cities

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Durham, NC 18 mi

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Verified listings

Samantha Burcher, LMFT

Ebonee Grissett

Mary Hunt

Lifecare Counseling And Coaching, Inc

Sarina Loveless

Nicole Stone, MS

Keith Sullivan

Laurie Watson, LMFT, LPC