Ariel T. MA, LMFTA
Support for Couples, Families, and Individuals Navigating Conflict, Disconnection, and Life Transitions
Let’s be real, life can be tough, and relationships can be even tougher. We move through each day not knowing what this beautiful, complicated world has in store for us. Some days bring joy, connection, and laughter. Others bring conflict, stress, heartbreak, or feeling completely misunderstood. All of it is part of life, but you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Whether you and your partner are arguing constantly, feeling disconnected, struggling to rebuild trust after infidelity, or trying to get the spark back, I’m here to help you strengthen communication and create a relationship where both of you feel heard and supported. I also work with families, including parent/child, siblings, and blended families, who are navigating communication challenges, life transitions, grief, or co‑parenting dynamics (without court or custody involvement).
And if you’re coming in individually, you’re just as welcome. Maybe you’re a teen ready to find your voice, a young adult overwhelmed by anxiety or expectations, or someone trying to figure out who you are and what you want. You deserve confidence, clarity, and a space where you don’t have to pretend everything is fine.
Therapy with me is authentic, warm, and collaborative. We’ll get curious about what’s happening underneath the conflict or overwhelm and build tools that help you show up in your relationships with more confidence and emotional balance. My goal is to help you feel safe enough to be honest, supported enough to grow, and empowered enough to make meaningful change.
My Experience
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate with experience in both group practice and community-based settings. I earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in Women and Gender Studies from UNC Charlotte, followed by a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University. I specialize in working with couples, families, pre-teens, teenagers, and young adults. My focus includes communication issues, conflict resolution, infidelity repair, anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, and premarital/marital concerns.
When I’m not in therapist mode, I’m...
Creating art, listening to my favorite playlist, hanging with my family and friends, snuggling up watching movies, traveling, or finding new eating spots.