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Certified Gottman Couples Therapy in Charlotte, NC
I am a Certified Gottman Couples Therapist dedicated to helping couples and individuals navigate relationship challenges through evidence-based methods. My practice combines over two decades of clinical expertise with specialized training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), focusing on psychoeducation, coaching, and personalized support to foster relationship growth.With offices in Charlotte and Cornelius, NC, and virtual sessions available across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida, I offer tailored counseling services for couples at all stagesfrom premarital guidance to infidelity recoveryas well as individual therapy for anxiety, trauma, and emotional regulation. By integrating Christian counseling with clinical approaches, I create a warm, energetic space where clients build tools to strengthen connections and achieve lasting healing.
Services
Couples Counseling
Marriage Counseling
Couples Intensives
Individual Counseling
Christian Counseling
Premarital Counseling
Infidelity Recovery
Conflict Management
Anxiety and Depression Support
DBT Skills Training
Highlights and features
- We bring passion and energy to every session, motivating clients to achieve their goals.
- Our therapy is tailored to each client's unique needs and relationship dynamics.
- We focus on measurable progress, ensuring clients see tangible results.
- Certified Gottman Therapists with specialized training in DBT techniques.
- Offer Christian counseling integration for spiritual and emotional growth.
Associations and certifications
- Gottman Institute
What people say
Saved my marriage
Invaluable for our marriage
Happier than ever
Great resource
Back on track
Services
Couples Counseling
Personalized assessment identifies relationship strengths and dynamics to guide therapy. Using the Gottman Method, we address infidelity, emotional distance, and conflict patterns while fostering connection and trust. Clients gain practical tools for sustained growth and communication.
Couples Intensives
Accelerated 4-hour or 2-day sessions deepen progress through uninterrupted focus. The 2-day retreat at The Morehead Inn provides immersive healing in a serene environment, ideal for life transitions or crisis resolution. Follow-up plans reinforce long-term success.
Individual Counseling
Evidence-based techniques address anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. Integrating DBT skills, we equip individuals to manage intense emotions and improve self-awareness, fostering inner peace that positively impacts relational health through practical, skill-based strategies.
Christian Counseling
Biblical principles are woven into therapy to align emotional and spiritual growth. This approach supports clients seeking to integrate faith with clinical insights, addressing relational conflicts and personal struggles through a framework of grace, forgiveness, and purpose.
Premarital Counseling
Customized sessions prepare couples for marriage by building communication foundations, resolving conflict patterns, and aligning expectations. Using Gottman assessments, we address potential stressors proactively, equipping partners with tools to cultivate a resilient, joyful partnership.
People
Sally Harris
Therapist | LCSW, MACT
Certified Gottman Therapist with 20+ years of experience in couples and individual counseling. Holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Georgia and a Master of Christian Thought from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Specializes in DBT, infidelity recovery, and Christian-integrated therapy.
Questions
What is Gottman Method Couples Therapy?
Gottman Method Couples Therapy is research-based, focusing on strengthening relationships through communication, conflict resolution, and emotional connection. With over 50 years of research, it provides practical tools for lasting relationship success.
Do you offer online counseling sessions?
Yes, virtual sessions are available for residents of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida, providing flexible access to couples and individual therapy from the comfort of your home.
What issues can couples counseling address?
We help with infidelity, addiction, emotional distance, conflict management, premarital preparation, and trauma recovery. Therapy focuses on healing relationships and preventing divorce through personalized, research-backed strategies.
What are couples intensives?
Couples intensives are focused 4-hour or 2-day therapy sessions designed for deeper work. The 2-day retreat at The Morehead Inn offers immersive healing, ideal for crisis resolution or resetting relationships away from daily distractions.
How does Christian counseling integrate with therapy?
Christian counseling integrates faith-based principles with clinical techniques, addressing emotional and relational challenges through a spiritual lens while fostering personal growth and relational harmony.
What is DBT and how is it used in therapy?
DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) teaches skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and coping with stress. It’s used to treat depression, anxiety, and trauma through structured, evidence-based techniques.
