What happens after you reach out?
Your first step is a free 10-minute phone consultation, and if it feels like a good fit, the next step is scheduling a 65-minute initial consultation. There is no obligation at any point, and you don't need to have the right words ready before you call.
- You reach out. Call or text 919-306-0207, email info@familyliferesources.com, or send the short form above. We'll follow up using the contact details you give us.
- A free 10-minute phone consultation. Share a little of what's going on, ask your questions about fees, scheduling, telehealth, or faith, and get a feel for whether we're the right fit. No pressure either way.
- Your initial consultation. If you'd like to move forward, we schedule a 65-minute first appointment ($200), in person or by secure video, where we get to know you and shape a plan together.
- Ongoing sessions. Individual sessions are $160 for 50 minutes and couples sessions are $170. You can find the full details, including superbills and HSA/FSA payment, on our fees and insurance page.
Who will I work with?
New clients work with Ginny Porowski, RN, MA, LCMHC, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and registered nurse who is currently accepting new clients. Dr. James Porowski, PsyD, is not accepting new individual clients at this time.
Ginny has spent more than 30 years helping people through hard seasons, and many people reach out to her about family situations that are hard to explain to anyone else:
- A narcissistic mother, father, or spouse, or another family member — walking on eggshells, doubting yourself, or trying to set boundaries that hold. Learn more about narcissistic abuse and family recovery counseling.
- Caring for an aging parent — feeling burned out caring for Mom or Dad, or carrying the medical decisions and the guilt at the same time. Her nursing background helps her understand the medical side, so you don't have to explain it from scratch.
- Losing a spouse — grief as a widow or widower, or grief after divorce, and questions about dating again or a second marriage.
She also helps with marriage and couples counseling, anxiety counseling, and depression therapy. You can read more about her background on our About page.
Should I choose in-person or telehealth counseling?
Either works, and you can choose whichever fits your life; just mention your preference in your message or on the phone. Many people find it helpful to think about it this way:
- In person at our North Raleigh office on Creedmoor Road, if you live or work nearby and like having a separate, quiet place to talk. Our North Raleigh counseling page covers the neighborhoods closest to the office.
- Secure video telehealth from anywhere in North Carolina, if you're farther away, caring for someone at home, or simply prefer the privacy of your own space. You need to be physically located in North Carolina during your session. Our telehealth FAQ explains what you'll need.
We see people from across the Triangle and around the state. Browse our service areas, including Cary, Wake Forest, and Durham.
Where is the Family Life Resources office?
Our office is at 8218 Creedmoor Road, Suite 101, Raleigh, NC 27613, in North Raleigh off Creedmoor Road near I-540. Use the map link for directions. Appointments are by scheduled time, so please reach out first instead of stopping by.
What should I include in my message?
Keep it brief: your name, the best way to reach you, whether you'd prefer in-person or telehealth, and a few words about what you're looking for, such as "a difficult parent," "marriage," or "grief after losing my husband."
Please don't include sensitive health details in the form, by email, or by text message, such as diagnoses, medications, or the specifics of what you've been through. We'll talk by phone, where you can share as much or as little as you're comfortable with. If there's a number or time that is more private for you, let us know.
Can I reach out for a family member?
Yes, you're welcome to call with questions about someone else. Many people first reach out because of a spouse, an aging parent, or an adult child. On the phone we'll talk about what kind of help might fit, whether that's individual counseling for you, couples counseling, or something else.
If faith matters to you, we're Christian counselors and can bring faith into the work as much or as little as you'd like. It is always optional and never imposed, and people of all backgrounds are welcome. Read more about Christian counseling in Raleigh.
Our contact form, email, and voicemail are not for emergencies. If you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, free and confidential, 24/7. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911, or reach the National Domestic Violence Hotline anytime at 800-799-7233 — free, confidential, and available 24/7.