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As a person who has had many life transitions and has been married to a man and now a woman, I am in the unique situation to have ...
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As a person who has had many life transitions and has been married to a man and now a woman, I am in the unique situation to have been exposed to so many challenges. Those experiences have made me more empathic and understanding of my patients.
Nancy Capel has been working as an LCSW for the last 31 yrs. She has been fortunate to have worked with patients of all diagnoses, including comorbid substance abuse/mental health conditions. Nancy has expertise in working with patients who have mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, grief, LGBTQIA+ issues, bipolar disorders, relationship issues, and job issues.
Nancy Capel received her MSW from Marywood University in Pennsylvania. Nancy grew up as a child of a military father and traveled extensively. Nancy has 2 grown sons and is divorced and remarried, which enables her to help her patients who are trying to cope with the change and challenges of life.
Since all humans struggle from time to time, Nancy has spent her life trying to help anyone who is motivated to learn, heal and grow. Please reach out and schedule an appointment today and begin your healing!
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I’m a relationship-driven clinician committed to helping women and men learn how to build and maintain healthier relationships wit...
I’m a relationship-driven clinician committed to helping women and men learn how to build and maintain healthier relationships with themselves and others — I love to see others thrive in their relationships and establish a healthy sense of self-worth and purpose.
Cali Park is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 9 years of experience working in the mental health field. Her work focuses on targeting ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs about yourself and others to help with healing core wounds and beliefs that are standing in your way of establishing healthy, meaningful relationships. Cali prides herself in being Neuro-Affirming.
Cali believes in taking a collaborative approach to helping clients reach their goals. If you’re struggling to cope with loneliness, inability to establish and maintain loving connections, low self-esteem, imposter syndrome, self-sabotage, underperformance at home and work, and feeling defective and unworthy, she can help you navigate these feelings and offer a path forward to the life you have always envisioned.
Cali Park completed her Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology at the University of North Carolina-Greensboro and her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University. She is a former fitness professional (a certified American College of Sports Medicine Personal Trainer) with experience in working one one-on-one with people to help establish and achieve self-development goals. Cali obtained her relationship coaching certification from IAP Career College in 2021. She is a level 2 trained clinician in the Gottman Method Couples Therapy where she has learned research-based strategies and tools to help couples successfully manage conflict.
Cali teaches skills to empower partners to dialogue about their worst gridlocked issues by uncovering their underlying dreams, history, and values. Cali teaches couples tools to process fights and heal their hurts, and techniques for partners to deepen their intimacy and minimize relapse. She has a long career of providing guidance and support to people who are seeking to better their lives and relationships. Cali utilizes eclectic treatment approaches that seek to meet you where you are in order to get you where you would like to be.
We all have felt disregarded, unappreciated, abandoned, unworthy, or invisible at certain points in our lives. Cali would like to be able to support you on your journey to gain new awareness and techniques that will allow you to cope and regain a positive sense of self-worth. If you are ready to experience a healthy relationship with yourself and others, schedule an appointment with her today!
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When working with couples in counseling, I use the Gottman Method to help them meet their relationship goals and work toward the life they have imagined together. I prefer the Gottman Method because it offers a more holistic approach to couples therapy. Oftentimes, couples therapy focuses only on communication and conflict resolution skills. While these skills are an important part of the process, the Gottman Method takes therapy a step further by helping couples remember what brought them together and motivating them to develop shared dreams for the future.
Some of the tools that I teach couples include:
Some of the indicators of progress that I often see in couples therapy include increased positive interactions between sessions, partners demonstrating a desire to understand the other's point of view, and expressions of excitement for shared goals for the couple's future. Additionally, couples will report increased participation in quality time activities, as well as the ability to communicate emotions through more difficult or unpleasant conversations.
I encourage couples to set aside time to practice the skills discussed between sessions to help them build confidence and connection. This can include emotional check-in conversations, scheduling intentional quality time, expressing curiosity about your partner's world, taking time to dream together, and so much more.
If you are considering couples counseling here are a few questions I would invite each partner to reflect on and bring to the first session:
Couples therapy and marriage counseling, also known as relationship counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy and marriage counseling include:
The types of therapy used in couples and marriage counseling include:
At Thriveworks, Couples/marriage therapy is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples.
The Gottman Method of couples therapy is a research-supported approach designed to enhance relationships by bolstering the bond between partners, resolving conflicts, and fostering shared meaning in their relationship through comprehensive assessments and tailored interventions that improve communication, trust, and the overall health of the partnership.
If you’re facing persistent relationship problems, communication breakdowns, or unresolved conflicts that are impacting your emotional well-being and happiness, Couples/marriage therapy may be beneficial for you.
While marriage and couple’s counseling is typically recommended for couples who are experiencing persistent or severe relationship issues, any relationship can benefit from attending these sessions.
Marriage and couples counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend marriage and couples counseling for 12 weeks. However, couples & marriage counseling may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Relationships take a lot of work and patience. In some cases, they even need the help of a licensed therapist or counselor. Here at Thriveworks Counseling in Northeast Raleigh, NC, our couples and marriage counselors are dedicated to helping you and your partner achieve greater overall happiness and success.
When your arguments start to get too hard to handle or if you and your partner are experiencing a hardship in your relationship, consider working with us. To schedule an appointment with one of our providers, just give us a call.
After days, weeks, even months of trying to resolve specific issues with your partner, it can feel overwhelming. Remember that all couples go through difficult times and you’re not alone. There is no clear-cut way to work through the challenges you’re facing. However, the counselors and therapists at Thriveworks in Northeast Raleigh, NC have the skills, education, and training to help you tackle your issues.
When you first begin your sessions, your clinician will work to understand you and your partner’s individual needs and concerns. Doing so will help them take a more in-depth look into the root causes of what’s going on and provide you with a customized treatment plan for your relationship. Doing so, they will teach you tools and tricks to use in managing future conflicts and de-escalating stressors. Some of the tools could include:
These are just a few of the things you can learn during your time with the clinicians at Thriveworks in Northeast Raleigh. Again, we’re here for you and will do everything we can to help you improve your relationship.
As you’ve probably gathered already, we can provide you with assistance for many different things. If you have a problem, no matter how big or small, chances are you would benefit from working with a mental health professional.
Below are a few of the common reasons why couples seek our assistance:
We understand that every couple has their unique challenges, so don’t feel discouraged if your specific concern wasn’t listed. Sometimes you might not know what the particular problem is and it could just be that the fun has faded from your relationship. We’ll work with you through whatever you bring to the table.
If you’ve made it this far, we’re glad to see you’re still here. You must be ready to take the next step and improve your relationship for the better. At Thriveworks in Northeast Raleigh, NC, you can rest easy knowing that you’re in great hands.
We have a team of exceptional scheduling specialists and mental health professionals. Also, we offer a wide range of benefits, including flexible scheduling options, no waitlist, online counseling options, same-week appointments, free resources, and more.
To get started, visit our online booking system or give our office a call. We look forward to working with you and your loved one.
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