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Marital & Premarital Counseling

Whether you're preparing for marriage or navigating difficult times in your relationship, Gottman Method Level 1 training and Prepare/Enrich certification guide dedicated couples through practical tools and interventions for a stronger, healthier partnership.

Pregnancy, Prenatal, & Postpartum Support

With specialized training through Postpartum Support International, I offer compassionate care for those facing the unique emotional challenges of pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Therapeutic Approaches

From Narrative Therapy—which helps clients reframe their life stories and find meaning, to Bowen Family Therapy, which examines family dynamics, to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on breaking cycles of negative thought patterns, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT),  our therapies are grounded in research and tailored to your unique needs.

About The Ridge

At The Ridge Therapy, PLLC, I am committed to providing a warm, supportive, and safe environment for individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s challenges. My practice includes experience in a variety of therapeutic approaches, with a focus on marital and premarital counseling, parenting support, grief, women’s mental health, pregnancy-related concerns, and major life transitions.

About Maria Dimova

Hi there, I'm Maria Dimova (She/Her), a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Charlotte, North Carolina. I take a no-nonsense approach, with a touch of humor, to lifes challenges and mental health. My work is grounded in evidence-based frameworks and incorporates evidenced based modalities, such as CBT, DBT, The Gottman Method and PREPARE/ENRICH with couples. Let’s slow down, identify the core problems together, and learn to look at them from a new perspective as we create meaningful change. I am here to be your best advocate and provide a confidential space for you to grow in.

I’m deeply passionate about supporting people through transformative growth. I consider it a true privilege to help individuals uncover their resilience and step into their destiny as they reconnect with their most authentic selves. Together, we’ll use a systemic lens to foster deeper understanding, create meaningful insight, and explore lasting change.

I obtained my Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pfeiffer University and furthered my love for family with those at the Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Sociology with a concentration in Families and Intimate Relationships, as well as a minor in Family and Consumer Sciences, from Appalachian State University. I believe football season is the best season, and enjoy traveling.

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