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Stories Connect Us
Becoming a therapist has been transformational, both personally and professionally. What drew me to social work is the nature of the profession: encouraging individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities to enhance overall functioning and collective well-being. My clinical practice originates from the holistic nature of how social workers see their clients.
In an undergraduate social work class, a professor said, “If you can work with families, you can do it all.” My mental response was, “Challenge Accepted!” I entered the field working with families in their homes and communities. I learned how to work with stressed-out parents, couples in turmoil, adolescents struggling with mental health, and personally keep calm when it feels like chaos. A desire for working in the addiction field led me to work in inpatient, intensive-outpatient, and outpatient settings. Leading group therapy and family sessions allowed me to witness how healing happens in relationships. My personalized treatment model stems from EFT (emotionally focused therapy), Structural Family Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), attachment-based modalities, and sex therapy.
My role as a provider includes being a resource for resources. You can find relationship education on the How to Relate podcast- a podcast I host each week that covers a range of topics including the legalities of marriage, navigating the dating landscape, common conflicts couples experience, and much more. You can find new episodes each Thursday on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Sign up for the newsletter for insights surrounding the modern relationship landscape and reflection points to ignite your relational intelligence.
For personal enjoyment, I love yoga, running or walking outside, podcasts, writing, exploring new places, journaling, and spending time with the people I love.
Meet Glenn
Becoming a therapist was an intentional career change that fulfills parts of my life in meaningful ways. My first career as an industrial systems engineer encouraged me to see how various systems played a role in everyday life, as well as notice when systems and processes no longer were as healthy as they were intended to be. Working as an engineer in a hospital gave me access to work on behind the scenes tasks that impacted patients coming through the door during their worst times. I decided to become a therapist to no longer be working on the systems themselves, but to work with the people in their most intimately human capacity. Now I integrate systems thinking, psychodynamic psychotherapy, IFS, and trauma-focused therapy with clients I serve. This allows me to see each client as so much more than how they show up in the present, but how their lived experiences and past selves have shaped this current self.
Coming from a high-demand engineering job, I understand the pressures to perform, the pain of imposter syndrome, and intense perfectionism that leads to anxiety, burnout, drinking, and relationships that suffer. Most people I work with have it all together for everyone in their lives, and do their best to make it look effortless. To me, the therapeutic relationship is the place for my clients to build relational trust and self-trust- and the space where you can receive. Healing happens in relationships, and I’m grateful to be that person for my clients. A secure therapeutic relationship invites a secure sense-of-self.
I work with adults (18+) who are ready to better understand themselves, take actions toward who their becoming, and create healthier relationships with themselves and others. My specialties include substance use disorders, unresolved trauma, family-of-origin trauma, attachment wounds, codependency, people-pleasing, self-abandonment, and relationship challenges involving family members, friends, or romantic partners.
For personal enjoyment, you will find me outside with my two dogs walking in Dorothea Dix Park or Umstead State Park, in line at Boulted Bread waiting for a fresh morning bun, on my couch watching Great British Bake Off, riding my bike with my partner, or stepping into any establishment with a good chocolate chip cookie. I am currently on the hunt for Raleigh’s best chocolate chip cookie, so even if we aren’t a good fit therapeutically, please don’t hesitate to reach out with a cookie recommendation!
AREAS OF FOCUS
Couples
Deepen Intimacy, Sustain Passion, Ignite Eroticism
Building a truly intimate relationship means connecting on three levels of intimacy—emotionally, physically, and thoughtfully. Elevate all forms of intimacy by fostering open communication, emotional vulnerability, and mindful connection. Together, we’ll work on deepening your emotional bond, enhance your physical closeness, and nurturing a more thoughtful, intentional relationship.
Friendships
Nurture Meaningful Friendships
Friendships are the one type of relationship that are truly based in the freedom of choice. We intimately share ourselves in friendship, without sharing taxes, family matters, or the business aspects of running a household. Friendships are vital to our emotional well-being, yet they can be as complex as any other relationship. Navigate conflicts, boundaries, and deepen friendships by fostering trust and understanding, ensuring your social life brings truly authentic connection to your life.
Dating
Deepen Self-Awareness to Create Meaningful Connections
Intimacy begins with you. Cultivate relational self-awareness—exploring your patterns, desires, values, and emotional needs—so you can approach dating with clarity and confidence. Date from a confident place by deepening your self-understanding. You'll form romantic, meaningful connections that align with who you truly are.
Family
Heal and Grow In Family Dynamics
Origin stories begin with family. The genesis of our relationships begins with family systems, norms, dynamics, roles, and communication styles. Whether you're individually working through family dynamics or family members seeking better communication, family systems work provides healing, understanding, and growth. Strengthen connections by creating a genuine relationship with your family.
FAQs
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As an out-of-network provider, I offer therapy that is tailored to your unique needs without the restrictions that insurance companies often impose.
This allows us the flexibility to focus on what truly matters to you, at your pace. While I don’t accept insurance directly, many clients are able to receive partial reimbursement through their insurance plans.
I’m happy to provide the Superbills- the necessary documentation to help you navigate this process. You can prioritize your well-being without sacrificing personalized care.
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Benefits can sometimes feel confusing to navigate. Here are questions to ask your insurance company:
Do I have an out-of-network deductible?
How much is my out-of-network reimbursement?
I’m doing couples therapy, is code 90847 covered?
If you have benefits through your employer and have questions regarding your plan, you may find HR helpful in this process.
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First, we’ll begin with a 15 minute phone call to get to know one another. We’ll discuss what you’re seeking therapy for, and feel free to ask any questions you may have for me. The first 3-4 sessions will take place in weekly succession, then we can evaluate the cadence that best fits you.
Modalities I use include Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), attachment theory, family systems and family of origin work, somatic modalities, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and systems focused.
You’re the expert in your life, and I’ll meet you where you are. Sessions are collaborative, creative, and lean into curiosity over judgment.
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Couples therapy is designed to enhance relationships- so why not do everything you can to make your relationship last. When you feel stuck in any way, couples therapy gives you relational tools to easily navigate conflict, ambivalence, and differences.
Couples that seek couples therapy are not necessarily on the brink of divorce or breaking up. Couples therapy serves as a space toward relational wellness.Couples therapy can begin at any stage of a relationship. Whether you’re in the beginning stages of dating looking to build a solid foundation, or looking to ignite the spark after twenty plus years of being together, couples therapy is for you.