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Family therapy in Charlotte, NC

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102 licensed therapists & providers in North Carolina—17 in Charlotte. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

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We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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2,488 people sought family therapy help at Charlotte in the last year

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Family therapy FAQs

What is family therapy?

Family therapy helps families resolve conflicts and strengthen their relationships. It is led by qualified mental health professionals like psychologists, licensed professional counselors (LPCs), and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) who have extensive training in family dynamics and group communication.

How does family therapy work?

Thriveworks family therapists in Charlotte, NC usually begin by asking what everyone’s goals are for family counseling. Family members may need help with very specific issues or with general relationship functioning. But there are three main purposes in family counseling: to educate, to counsel, and to strengthen. Thriveworks also offers online family therapy and in-person services, so you may all meet in an office together or join a video call from your home depending on everyone’s location and availability.

What is the most effective family therapy?

The most effective form of Family therapy will often depend on the family itself, as there are many types of family therapy for therapists to use as they see fit in order to best meet the needs of their clients. However, one of the most commonly used types of family therapy is structural family therapy (SFT). SFT focuses specifically on family dynamics and interactions, looking at how they shape the relationships and structure present in the family. It can be effectively used to treat a variety of concerns.

How do I know if my family needs therapy?

This answer often looks different to each family that starts family therapy. However, some signs that your family might need to consider family counseling include frequent fights or misunderstandings, constant tension, experiencing loss, behavioral issues, marital issues, divorce, and blended family issues, among others.

What is included in family therapy?

In family therapy, therapists will often start by asking questions and assessing individual and family dynamics. From there, they may employ therapeutic techniques such as structured family therapy, CBT, strategic family therapy, and more depending on the present concerns and conflicts. From there, a therapist will work to open lines of communication between family members and facilitate emotional healing and growth.

What is the success rate of family therapy?

Family therapy can be incredibly successful, with some studies reporting a success rate of almost 90% for improving participants’ emotional and mental health, and around 66% for improving their physical health.

Is family therapy conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks therapists in Charlotte, NC offer both online family therapy and in-person family therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does family therapy last?

Family therapy is usually short term and solution-focused, with most families accomplishing their goals in 12 sessions or fewer. However, it can also last for longer if the probles at hand are more complex — and that’s okay, too.

Need more help deciding?

Family Therapy and Counseling – Therapists and Counselors in Charlotte

Even the best intentioned of families can experience turmoil in their lives. Harmony in the home is a lovely concept though it’s not always achievable for all kinds of reasons. Parents can have issues with kids and kids can run into conflicts with their parents. There are times when third party intervention is the only way to resolve such issues. Family counseling and family therapy often proves to be the best way forward.

There’s absolutely nothing wrong with reaching out and seeking third party assistance if things get out of control. Sometimes a fresh face and a sympathetic ear is all that’s required to reset family life. If you think your family could benefit from family therapy, reach out to Thriveworks Charlotte to schedule your first appointment.

Common Family Issues

A lot of issues families run into today are not dissimilar to those of previous generations. There are also new pressures, though, brought on by twenty-first century living and lifestyles. High tech kids and low-tech parents can trigger all kinds of emotional upsets for one. The obesity epidemic has also brought with it many new health issues and upsets. Family and systemic psychotherapy professionals can help resolve all kinds of issues that impact the family unit, including:

  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
  • Anxiety (this includes children too)
  • Families and couples going through relationship problems
  • Alcoholism and drug addictions
  • Mental illness
  • Physical illness
  • Cultural adjustments
  • Trauma

The above are just a few of the many issues families face these days. Usually, though not always, families will only seek outside help as a last resort, when things reach breaking point, which is a shame.

How Family Therapy Works

Family therapy is nothing new. Qualified therapists in Charlotte have been helping to resolve issues in the home for generations now. Here are some of the key areas:

  • Form close partnerships with family members to instill trust
  • Bring folks together in a safe, supportive atmosphere
  • Help to improve communication and understanding
  • Offer sensitivity to complex relationships, beliefs and cultures

Scheduling Family Therapy at Thriveworks Charlotte

If problems are ongoing and show no signs of improving, then family therapy is certainly an option worth exploring. Feel free to reach out and talk with our family therapists. We’re here to help if you need us and we’re just a phone call away.

Thriveworks offers many benefits to clients including evening and weekend session options, same-week appointments, most major insurances accepted, and more. We look forward to hearing from you.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Charlotte accept 28 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

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Self-pay costs at Charlotte
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Nothing to improve. Terryn is great and it feels nice to finally have a good therapist. Ive struggled in that area.
Miah Mar 2026
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I actually did recommend my therapist to a friend a few weeks ago. They have had a couple of sessions, and my friend said that she really likes our therapist and appreciates the recommendation.
Jenny Mar 2026
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This was my first session with my provider but I already feel a comfort level with her. Even working through my upset and emotional states during our session she was patient and kind and made me feel like my feelings were validated and I was being seen and heard.
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Sheree Mar 2026
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Shannon listened to me, understood what I was saying, and seemed to care.
Kaitlynn Mar 2026
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I’ve always appreciated Terryn’s consistent support, guidance and patience throughout a very transformative period in my life. There’s a lot of trust built up over time because of her and her approach.
Taleah Dec 2025
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I've been seeing Molly for several years. She is warm, funny, insightful, compassionate; I sometimes call her my "professional friend". If you need a therapist who will coax you out of your comfort zone, I highly recommend her.
Adelynn Dec 2025
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Madison is amazing and is so caring.
Brittani Dec 2025
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i appreciate that i could be honest an express my true feelings without feeling bad about it
Teresa Dec 2025
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Where to find us

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Address

4412 Park Rd Suite B
Charlotte, NC 28209

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Charlotte is located near Marion Diehl Park and Drexmore Ave, off Woodlawn Rd. It is right by Marion Diehl Park and close to the Park Road Park.

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Phone number

(980) 217-6901
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Languages spoken by NC providers

  • English
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Hours

Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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