Relationship and Marriage Counseling in Kinston, NC
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Seaford Counseling Services
Counselor/Therapist, M.Ed, LCMHC
If there is one thing I specialize in, it is relationship and marriage counseling. I am most passionate about helping couples to bring their relationships to a new level of intimacy, connection, and satisfaction. The average couple that comes to marriage counseling probably should have been there six years prior. Don’t delay! If you think you might need marriage counseling, you probably do. And you’ll probably wonder why you didn’t come earlier!
I am trained in the Gottman method of marriage counseling, and I would love to talk to you about how and why it works. Certainly some marriages come to me and crisis, but other marriages come for no other reason than enrichment. Both help couples become happier and more satisfied in this, their closest relationship.
26 Years Experience
Online in Kinston, NC
Relationships
Roger Lin
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples.
13 Years Experience
Online in Kinston, NC
Relationships
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Relationships & Couples Therapy: The Courage to Connect
Moving from Conflict Loops to Secure Attachment
Relationships are the primary "systems" we inhabit, and when they are in distress, every other part of our lives—our work, our health, and our parenting—feels the impact. With over 20 years of experience and specialized training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), I help couples move beyond the surface-level "who said what" to address the deeper attachment needs that drive your conflict.
Deconstructing the "Cycle"
Most couples find themselves stuck in a "negative dance" where one partner pursues and the other withdraws. We work together to identify:
The Pursuit-Withdraw Loop: Understanding how your partner's shut down might be a survival strategy for overwhelm, and how your "pushing" might be a desperate bid for connection.
Rejection Sensitivity & Attachment Trauma: Addressing how past wounds and childhood attachments "show up" in your current arguments.
The Impact of External Systems: Using Systems Theory to explore how social constructs of power, gender roles, and even spiritual expectations influence your dynamic.
A Specialized Clinical Framework
I offer a sophisticated, research-backed path to relational repair:
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Considered the "gold standard" for couples, EFT helps you de-escalate conflict and create a "secure base" where you both feel seen, safe, and valued.
Discernment Counseling: For couples on the brink of divorce or separation who aren't sure if they want to repair or uncouple. I provide a structured, neutral space to gain clarity.
Intensive Repair for High-Conflict: Integrating EMDR to process individual traumas that are leaking into the relationship and fueling chronic volatility or burnout.
For the "Professional" Couple
I have a "special love" for working with healers, pastors, and therapists in relationship. I understand the unique burden of maintaining a "public image" of a healthy marriage while struggling in private. I provide a confidential sanctuary where you can drop the "expert" roles and focus on the raw, human work of loving one another.
21 Years Experience
Online in Kinston, NC (Online Only)
Relationships
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Relationships are often where our deepest patterns show up—how we communicate, how we handle conflict, how we give and receive care, and how we navigate closeness and space. Whether you’re feeling disconnected, stuck in repeated arguments, trying to rebuild trust, or wanting to strengthen an already solid relationship, it can be hard to step outside of the patterns you’re in. Add in cultural expectations about what relationships “should” look like, and it can get even harder to figure out what actually works for you.
At Nour Counseling, we don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach to relationships. We work with you (and your partner[s], if applicable) to understand the dynamics at play and actively build more effective ways of communicating, repairing, and connecting. This includes identifying patterns, strengthening emotional awareness, and creating structures that support the relationship you actually want—not just what’s been modeled or expected. We also offer pre-marital and pre–long-term commitment counseling, helping you have the conversations that matter before taking that next step.
We are explicitly affirming of diverse relationship structures, including non-monogamy and polyamory, and we are kink-affirming in our work. We understand these are not interchangeable, and we approach each with respect, clarity, and without pathologizing. This is collaborative, honest work focused on helping your relationship feel more intentional, more connected, and more aligned with your values.
9 Years Experience
Online in Kinston, NC (Online Only)
Relationships
Dr. Jennifer Baumgardner
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Dr. Baumgardner was mentored by the founder of Emotionally Focused Couple's Therapy. She is considered an expert in the therapy. Additionally, she integrates her thorough training in Gottman marriage therapy as she helps couple's construct a healthy and happy relationship.
20 Years Experience
Online in Kinston, NC (Online Only)
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in Kinston, NC Statistics
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in Kinston, NC average 17 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (77%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (39%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
34%
Offer sliding scale
46%
Gender ID
| 57% |
Female |
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| 38% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 77% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 34% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 29% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 28% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Black / African American |