About Shantell Carraway, MA, LMFT (she)
Immediate availability for individual (18+), couples, marriage, premarital counseling, and relationship therapy for clients in North Carolina and Virginia
Accepting New Clients?: Yes, Shantell is currently accepting new adult clients for individual therapy, couples therapy, relationship therapy, marriage counseling, and premarital therapy in North Carolina and Virginia!
Days/Times Available:
Monday through Friday: 4pm – 8pm
Saturdays: Every Saturday from 9am-1pm
To be able to best accommodate individuals, parents, couples, families, and those in relationships, I exclusively offer therapy sessions in the evenings every day of the week, as well as Saturday appointments! I am able to offer therapy services to clients in North Carolina and Virginia!
I also offer virtual couples, relationship, family, and premarital intensives and extended sessions!
Telehealth/in-person: Shantell is a telehealth only provider. She is able to provide therapy to clients who are physically located in North Carolina and/or Virginia at the time of services.
Request a Free 20-minute Consult With Shantell Carraway
Primary Areas of Focus:
- Perinatal mental health
- Anxiety
- Life transitions
- LGBTQIA+ Celebratory Care
- Couples and relationships
- Family therapy
- Coparenting
- Premarital counseling
- Attachment-based therapy
- Communication challenges
- Boundary setting
- Premarital Intensives
- Relationship Therapy Intensives
Email: shantell@beboldpsychnc.com to schedule your free consult or request an appointment here
Welcome
If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed by life’s challenges, you don’t have to face it alone. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, or a major life transition, I’m here to help you build a better relationship with yourself and the world around you. Life can be difficult, and sometimes we need support to move through it with confidence and clarity. I work with adults who are ready to explore new ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving to create a life that reflects their true potential.
Perhaps you’re struggling with feelings of uncertainty or lack of direction, and you’re tired of the inner doubts and anxieties that seem to take over your life. Or maybe you’re finding it hard to create meaningful connections with others, unsure of how to communicate your needs or set healthy boundaries. You might be in a place of transition—starting a new chapter in your career, relationships, or personal life—and feeling overwhelmed by what’s ahead. If any of this sounds like you, you’re not alone, and you’ve come to the right place.
I see therapy as a partnership where we work together to understand your unique struggles and goals. I remain curious and non-judgmental, providing a space for you to explore your needs and desires in a safe, supportive environment. Ultimately, I aim to help you regain control, move past limiting beliefs, and build a stronger relationship with yourself and others. My approach is LGBTQIA+ celebratory, and neuroaffirming.
A little more about who I love to work with:
I work with individuals and couples 18+ who are experiencing depression, anxiety, or life transitions and who are seeking to improve their relationship with themselves and others. As a licensed marriage and family therapist serving clients in North Carolina and Virginia, I take a holistic, client-centered approach to therapy, meeting you where you are in your personal journey.
I have a passion for supporting individuals who are adjusting to new roles, life stages, or shifts in family dynamics – including individuals and couples in the perinatal stage! I also work with those who are struggling with boundaries—whether in family relationships, intimate partnerships, friendships, or the workplace—helping them find the courage and skills to communicate their needs and build healthier connections. It’s important to me that all my clients feel safe, respected, and empowered as they work through their challenges.
My “big three” therapeutic focus areas include:
Anxiety
“I just wish my brain had an off switch.”
If you often feel stuck in a cycle of overthinking, doubt, and overwhelm, you’re not alone. Anxiety can make even simple decisions feel paralyzing and leave you feeling exhausted from the constant “what ifs.”
It’s easy to get stuck in patterns of anxiety that seem to dominate your life. But anxiety doesn’t define who you are. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to quiet the noise, challenge unhelpful patterns, and help you feel more grounded. Through person-centered, humanistic, and cognitive-behavioral approaches, I help clients develop skills to manage their anxiety, feel more grounded, and regain a sense of control, whether in the face of known or unknown challenges.
Life Transitions
“I thought I’d have it figured out by now, but I just feel lost.”
Changes in life—whether personal, professional, or relational—can bring up feelings of confusion, fear, or even loss. Whether you’re navigating a career shift, a move, the complexities of a new relationship (or the end of one), redefining your identity, or expanding your family, it’s normal to feel uncertain and overwhelmed. My approach offers a supportive space for clients to explore these changes and develop tools for moving forward with confidence, clarity, and a sense of purpose.
Boundary Setting
“I feel like I’m always saying yes, even when I want to say no.”
Do you struggle to put yourself first without feeling guilty? Maybe you’ve spent years prioritizing others’ needs over your own, fearing that setting boundaries will lead to conflict or push people away. The truth is, boundaries aren’t walls—they’re bridges to healthier relationships.
Setting boundaries is one of the most powerful ways to protect your emotional health and well-being, yet many clients struggle with feelings of guilt when trying to assert their needs. It’s common to worry that setting boundaries will cause conflict or lead to rejection, but in reality, healthy boundaries help you honor yourself and improve your relationships. Together, we’ll work on shifting the mindset that says your needs don’t matter, learning how to communicate boundaries with confidence, and finding balance between caring for others and honoring yourself. You deserve relationships that respect your limits.
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Get to know Shantell:
I’m Shantell Carraway, MA, LMFT, a licensed marriage and family therapist based in North Carolina. Outside of my work, I love reading, playing video games with my husband, spending time in nature, and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.
Credentials:
I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and my Master of Arts in Marriage & Family Therapy from Northcentral University. I work primarily with individuals in North Carolina and Virginia, offering a blend of therapeutic modalities to help my clients make meaningful changes in their lives.
I have advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT. I have completed the Level II Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and I integrate these approaches into my work, offering practical tools and support for emotional healing. Further, I have completed significant training in premarital counseling, and I am both a Certified SYMBIS Facilitator and a PREPARE/ENRICH Facilitator. I offer time-limited premarital therapy, as well as premarital therapy intensives.
Through my work, I also have a particular focus on working with those experiencing life transitions and helping clients create more positive, empowered relationships with themselves and others.
If you’re ready to start your journey toward healing and growth, I’d be honored to be part of it.
