Personalized, Compassionate Care From Charlotte’s Leading Couples Therapy Team
"Love is who you are."
Anne is a prominent relationship therapist and Founder of Wellness Counseling Center. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and specializes in working with couples and families. She has a doctorate in Psychology and a masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Anne is a certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist and Supervisor. She always works from a wellness-oriented, non-pathologizing point of view. That means no-blame, no-shame. Anne conducts 2½-Day Couples Intensives and 1-Day Intensives for individuals.
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"We all need to be seen, loved, and know that we matter."
Bea is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. She holds a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy and is ICEEFT certified in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT). In addition to on-going sessions, Bea conducts 1-Day, as well as 2½-Day Couples Intensives. She helps partners navigate infidelity, trauma and sexual issues. Bea received her undergraduate degree from Villanova University (B.S. Business and Finance) and spent her early career in major corporations and non-profits. Kindness and compassion guide her work as she helps couples maximize their potential and live their most authentic life. Bea is also a certified Leadership and Life Coach.
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"You are resilient.”
Nicole is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and is ICEEFT Certified in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT). She specializes in helping couples find their way back to each other while addressing issues like communication, parenting, infidelity, finances, betrayal, and trauma. She is especially gifted at helping couples deepen their connection, rebuild trust, and find each other again. Beyond weekly sessions, Nicole conducts 1-Day, and 2½-Day Couples Intensives. Nicole is passionate about helping people live fully and authentically. She holds a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and works with people from all walks of life. Her strengths lie in deep patience and a truly non-judgmental presence. With warmth and skill, Nicole creates a safe space where healing, growth, and connection can unfold.
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"Attention is the most valuable gift we can give."
Ann Tabor is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Associate who is passionate about helping couples strengthen their connection and find more joy together. Ann creates a safe, welcoming space where couples can explore their concerns and deepen their emotional bond. Ann meets clients where they are while honoring each unique journey. She is trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples and holds an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pfeiffer University, as well as a B.A. and J.D. from Vanderbilt University. Ann also draws on her own life experiences - including a previous career in law, community service and raising a family. She leads with empathy, humility, and non-judgmental compassion.
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"Curiosity leads to understanding."
Diana is an ICEEFT Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist (EFCT). She holds a Master’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Life Counseling (2018) and a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (2011). She has worked with couples, individuals, and families in Germany, and is now an integral part of the Wellness Team here in Charlotte. Diana specializes in helping couples navigate challenges. She helps break distressing relational patterns, and strengthen emotional bonds. Diana is warm, empathic and known for her clarity, and structured approach. She quickly helps couples identify their negative cycle; a process that helps create safe, validating space where partners can start to build trust again. She is passionate about helping clients rediscover intimacy, communicate authentically, and discover a stronger connection with each other.
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"Challenges can help us grow and thrive."
Laura Emery comes to Wellness with a career history of nursing. She is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist Associate from Liberty University, has a B.A. in Business Administration from UNC-Greensboro, and a B.S. in Nursing from East Carolina University. Laura is formally trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and SYMBIS (Save Your Marriage Before it Starts) Premarital Counseling and can offer faith-based spiritual support, on request. Laura has a passion for promoting community resilience as well as physical and emotional wellness.
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"Vulnerability is an act of courage."
Matt is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, EFT trained and passionate about helping partners reconnect and overcome relationship challenges. With 25 years of experience in high-stress corporate environments, he brings unique insight to this practice. Matt holds an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Abilene Christian University, and an M.S. in Experimental Social Psychology and a B.A. in Psychology from Ohio University. His approach focuses on creating a safe space for couples to explore their emotions and build stronger attachments. Matt has been happily married for 25 years and is a devoted father to a 10-year-old daughter.
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"Lead with grace. Choose joy."
LeeAnne is our Director of Client Relations and brings enthusiasm to the role. With a decade of valuable experience, she knows our process inside-out and understands the Wellness client. LeeAnne is also your primary resource and guide for our 1-Day and 2½-Day Intensives. She coordinates these specialized services for couples and individuals providing a seamless white-glove experience from your initial phone conversation to the moment you step through our door. With a gentle approach, LeeAnne expertly guides you through an array of options you'll need to consider before making a well-informed decision. Then, when you are ready and the time is right, LeeAnne will skillfully set you and your partner up for the meaningful journey ahead.
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