Elizabeth Norman, M.Ed.
112 Swift Ave
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 698-9257

Elizabeth has worked with adults in private practices in Durham, Raleigh, and Cary for 29 years, receiving her degree in Counseling Psychology from Duke University in 1980. Her graduate and post-graduate training concentrated on marriage and family therapy, and during the last 14 years she has focused on treating couples and individuals who have problems with relationships, intimacy and sex. Integrated Systems Theory, which also attends to cultural, spiritual and emotional beliefs, is a cornerstone of her therapeutic orientation. Along with specific certifications in several models of relationship therapy, her couples work is influenced by the theories of John Gottman, David Schnarch and Sue Johnson. Additionally, she has trained in TA, Redecision, RE, DBT, experiential, psychoeducational and psychomotor approaches. Elizabeth also counsels patients for Planned Parenthood and has an interest in sex education and women's health issues.

Licenses and Certifications:

  • NC Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
  • AASECT Certified Diplomate Sex Therapist (American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists)
  • Certified Active Parenting Leader
  • Certified Imago Therapist
  • Certified Family Life Educator
  • Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist
  • National Registry of Certified Group Psychotherapists
  • Registered Family Mediator

Professional Affiliations:

  • Clinical Member AAMFT (American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists)
  • Clinical Member American Group Psychotherapy Association
  • National Council on Family Relations
  • American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists
  • American Counseling Association
  • International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors
  • Imago Relationships International
  • American Orthopsychiatric Association
  • NC Group Psychotherapy Association
  • Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health

Special Interest Areas:

  • Intimacy and attachment issues
  • Male and Female sexual dysfunctions; desire phase disorders
  • Post-Traumatic Sexuality
  • Premarital preparation; divorce counseling and adjustment
  • Issues of adult transition; remarriage
  • Affairs, compulsive sexual behaviors
  • Anger, anxiety and conflict
  • Infertility and pregnancy loss; pregnancy and adoption

Office Policies:

    Hours are Monday through Thursday with evening appointments on Monday and Wednesday. To make an appointment, call Elizabeth at (919) 698-9257.

    Rates: Beginning September 1, 2008, fee will be $120 per 50-minute session

    Check your insurance policy to determine if your plan's mental health benefits cover psychotherapy session. You will be provided with either receipts or the forms necessary to file, but clients are responsible for filing most insurance

    Need-based sliding scale between $70-$100 may be available for low income clients.

    Office:

      112 Swift Ave
      Durham, NC 27705
      Voice Mail: (919) 698-9257

      Directions: 112 Swift Avenue is a complex of two large gray historic houses at the intersection of Swift and the Durham Expressway.

      From 147 (Durham Expressway) take the exit for Swift Ave/Duke East Campus/Ninth Street. Before crossing the railroad tracks onto Broad Street, turn left into the parking lot with the sign for Integrative Healthcare. The psychotherapy suite is upstairs and can be accessed by the front or back entrance.