Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Christian Counseling in Charlotte
Common Grounds Christian Counseling was founded to help couples and families rediscover connection and hope in challenging circumstances. With over 15 years of experience since 2005, our practice specializes in evidence-based approaches like the Gottman Method Couples Therapy, addressing communication issues, sexual intimacy difficulties, and family dynamics. We provide individual counseling for adults and adolescents dealing with life stages, depression, or anxiety, while also offering supervision and consultation for emerging counselors.Our services integrate Christian values with professional expertise, serving clients of diverse faith backgrounds. We prioritize flexible scheduling, offering weekday appointments and virtual sessions through a secure electronic health system. Our commitment to ethical practice includes transparent cancellation policies and detailed receipts for insurance purposes. By combining clinical excellence with compassionate care, we aim to empower individuals, couples, and families to navigate life's challenges effectively.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
Gottman Method
Parenting Support
Counselor Supervision
Adolescent Therapy
Affair Recovery
Virtual Sessions
Consultation Packages
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of experience in Christian counseling since 2005
- Our team uses the Gottman Method for couples therapy
- We provide supervision and consultation for counselors
- We focus on family and parenting issues with adolescents
- We offer flexible appointment times on weekdays
Associations and certifications
- Gottman Institute
Services
Couples Therapy
Specialized Gottman Method therapy for couples addressing communication issues, sexual intimacy difficulties, and affair recovery. Our evidence-based approach helps couples rebuild trust and connection through structured interventions developed by John and Julie Gottman. Sessions focus on strengthening emotional bonds and resolving conflicts effectively.
Family Counseling
Comprehensive family counseling services addressing parenting challenges, adolescent identity formation, and intergenerational conflicts. We help families establish healthy boundaries and improve communication patterns. Our approach integrates systemic therapy techniques to address dynamics between parents and children across different developmental stages.
Individual Counseling
Tailored mental health support for adults and adolescents dealing with anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Our counseling addresses specific challenges like career changes, grief, and identity crises. We combine cognitive-behavioral techniques with faith-based perspectives to promote emotional healing and personal growth.
Counselor Supervision
Professional development programs for emerging counselors including case management training and professional identity formation. We offer structured supervision packages for license candidates and continuing education for practicing therapists. Our consultation services focus on balancing clinical responsibilities with personal life demands.
Parenting Support
Specialized guidance for parents navigating adolescent challenges and family transitions. Our services include strategies for setting boundaries, improving parent-child communication, and supporting teenage identity development. We provide practical tools for managing behavioral issues and fostering healthy family relationships.
People
Lee Sumrall
Clinical Director
Licensed therapist with 15+ years of experience in marriage and family therapy. Specializes in Gottman Method couples therapy and adolescent counseling. Holds a Master's degree from Reformed Theological Seminary and supervises emerging counselors.
Questions
What types of counseling do you offer?
We provide couples therapy using the Gottman Method, family counseling for parenting issues, individual therapy for anxiety/depression, and counselor supervision programs.
Do you accept insurance?
We do not participate in insurance networks but provide receipts for out-of-network reimbursement. Payment is required at the time of service.
What are your appointment hours?
We offer weekday sessions Monday and Wednesday 10am-6pm, Friday 9am-12pm. Virtual sessions available through our secure electronic health system.
How long are counseling sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes. We recommend weekly appointments initially, with frequency adjusted based on client progress and needs.
Is Christian counseling only for Christians?
Our approach integrates Christian values, but we work with clients of all faith backgrounds. Spiritual discussions occur only when requested by the client.
What is your cancellation policy?
Full session fees apply for missed appointments without 24-hour notice. This policy allows us to serve clients on waiting lists for available time slots.
