Boundary Setting and People-Pleasing
Learn to say no, name what you need and stop over-giving. Boundary setting and people-pleasing support from Origins therapists in NC and online.
- 6 clinicians at Origins
- 6 accepting or with limited availability
- In person across North Carolina and online
If you are the one who always says yes, smooths things over or puts everyone else first, you may be running on an old rule that your worth depends on being useful. That can leave you exhausted, resentful or unsure what you actually want.
In therapy we look at where people-pleasing began, what it protected you from and what it costs now. You practice noticing your needs and setting limits in ways that fit your values and relationships. Our articles on setting boundaries and the faces of people-pleasing are a good place to start.
Common questions
Why do I feel guilty when I set a boundary?
Guilt often shows up when a new behavior breaks an old pattern, especially if you learned early on that meeting others' needs kept you safe. It usually eases with practice and support.
Is people-pleasing a mental health condition?
It is not a diagnosis, but it is a common pattern linked to anxiety, trauma and family dynamics. Therapy can help you understand it and choose differently.
How do I find an Origins therapist for Boundary Setting and People-Pleasing?
6 Origins clinicians list Boundary Setting and People-Pleasing on their profile, and all of them are accepting new clients or have limited availability right now. They see clients in person in Elkin NC and Greenville, NC and online in 7 states. Use the therapist directory to filter for Boundary Setting and People-Pleasing, read each clinician's profile and book a free 15-minute consultation online or at 252-220-0420.
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Meet the clinicians
Each clinician below lists this in their profile. Select a card to read more and book a free consultation.
Jasmine Johnson
MS, LCMHCA, LCASA, NCC · Therapist (she/her)
Virtual therapy for kids 10+, teens, adults, and couples who are worn out from overthinking, over-explaining, and putting everyone else first.
- Online: North Carolina
- Ages: Adolescents/Teens, Adults, Children
- Insurance: Aetna, BCBS
- Fee: $200 per session, limited sliding scale
🟢 Accepting clients
Jessica Carlyle
MS, LCMHCA · Therapist (she/her)
Therapy for people-pleasers, helpers, and trauma survivors who are ready to make space for themselves too.
- In person: Greenville, NC
- Online: North Carolina
- Ages: Adolescents/Teens, Adults, Children
- Insurance: Aetna, BCBS, CHAMPVA
- Fee: $200 per session, limited sliding scale
🟢 Accepting clients
Kayla Bullard
MSW, LCSW · Therapist (she/her)
Affirming therapy for women, pregnant people, birthing parents, and neurodivergent clients who are exhausted from holding everything together.
- In person: Elkin NC
- Online: North Carolina
- Ages: Adolescents/Teens, Adults
- Insurance: Aetna, BCBS, CHAMPVA +3
- Fee: $200 per session, limited sliding scale
🟢 Accepting clients
Dr. Crissa Allen
PhD, LCMHC, NCC · Therapist (she/her)
Therapy for high achievers who are ready to stop living by everyone else's expectations and feel more at home in their own lives.
- Online: North Carolina
- Ages: Adults
- Insurance: Aetna, BCBS, CHAMPVA +3
- Fee: $200 per session, limited sliding scale
🟢 Accepting clients
Ellis Graham
MS, LMFT · Therapist (she/they)
Queer, neurodivergent-affirming therapy for anxiety, trauma, relationships, and the exhaustion of holding everything together.
- Online in 7 states
- Ages: Adolescents/Teens, Adults
- Insurance: Aetna, CHAMPVA, Cigna +2
- Fee: $200 per session, limited sliding scale
🟢 Accepting clients
Madison (“Madi”) Fulford
MS, LCMHCA, LCASA · Therapist (she/her)
OCD & Anxiety Therapy for Ages 12+ in Greenville, NC
- In person: Greenville, NC
- Online: North Carolina
- Ages: Adolescents/Teens, Adults
- Insurance: Aetna, BCBS, CHAMPVA +1
- Fee: $200 per session, limited sliding scale
🟢 Accepting clients
Listed by availability first, then by whether the clinician's own summary mentions this focus. Fit is something you work out with a clinician, which is what the free 15-minute consultation is for.
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Clinicians at these offices list this in their profile and see clients in person. Select an office for its address, hours and clinicians.
Elkin, NC
111 Church Street, Suite A, Elkin, NC
Greenville, NC
704 Cromwell Drive, Suite A, Greenville, NC
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