Reviews of The Counselor in Cary (Psychologist)

charlene gilmore

I've been to 4-5 counselors over the last 20 years & despite my best efforts, I struggled to find the benefit. I often left with a feeling that I wasn't being challenged enough or that I didn't hear anything that I hadn't already tried or adopted as a practice. But, when I hit an all-time low 3 years ago, I made some desperate calls. And I'm fortunate that Garry called me back almost immediately. The concern and compassion I heard on that phone call (almost a mini-session with me bawling my eyes out in the middle of Target) kept me going til our first appointment. He set aside time for me every week for nearly two months until I'd gotten back to my feet and I've been going twice a month ever since. Garry's skill is in helping you find and confront the answers that are right in front of you. And develop the mechanism(s) to make actual and lasting change. I appreciate his humor and kindness, and he has been known to call a spade a spade too. I recommend calling Garry if you are looking to change some things in your life.

Christine Keith

If you are looking for an experienced, skilled, and highly qualified therapist, then you should consider giving Garry a call. I have known Garry personally for several years. During that time, I have observed him to be dedicated to his practice and the care of his clients. He is a warm, caring and sincere clinician and is skilled at making clients feel at ease. His office is exceptionally welcoming and safe, designed to provide therapy services to individuals, couples and families. He is extremely conscientious and has trained with some of the best and most seasoned clinicians. I highly recommend Garry to anyone that is looking to make changes towards improving the quality of their lives and relationships! CK

Matt B

Garry Murray has been a great help guiding me and my wife through the issues that have emerged with raising three teenagers. His logical approach and practical advice has given us confidence to handle the complex issues in a blended family. I highly recommend Garry for anyone seeking results-driven counseling and expert guidance.

L Kutin

Garrison is an excellent therapist and member of the community. He is a critical thinker with excellent listening skills and can help with a multitude of things including boundary setting and mindfulness.

Barbara Toth

I've been to other counselors in the past for long standing personal issues but have never felt the hope and progress I feel with Garry. His approach is proactive, direct, honest, and professional. Garry applies extensive professional knowledge with personal warmth and a sincere desire to help. I have recommended his service to others for marriage counseling and they have expressed that their marriage has been strengthened and they actively practice methods Garry has taught to change destructive behaviors. I trust Garry as an informed and intuitive guide and highly recommend him to anyone seeking counseling.

Patricia Blossom

Like many my life is complicated. I needed a counselor who operates with integrity, strong ethics and would offer special attention to complicated issues. Garry is very engaging and explains things well. His office is a safe, pleasant space for me and I like to go there. This helps me think in ways I did not before. Sometimes this is challenging, but he is comfortable to work with. I have gained a lot of strengths from this relationship and I do indeed recommend his services!

Lightworker11

Garry has helped me through some of the darkest times of my life. He is genuinely caring and supportive, and that meant so very much when I was distressed! At the same time, he helped me to understand what practical things I needed to do to overcome my own obstacles. I am so grateful to have had the privilege of working with Garry! I highly recommend him to anyone in need of counseling during hard times.

V V

Want to learn how to think out your problems on your own? This is the guy you need to see! Absolutely the best!!! Highly recommended!

Justin Tallman

I look back over the last couple of years and I am amazed at how far I have been able to come. Since I have been working with Garry, I have been able to glean so much guidance and wisdom through our sessions. Garry met me where I was emotionally and mentally and helped me formulate where I wanted to be. By peeling back the layers, he helped me understand what makes me tic and how I can change the way I think and act in positive way. Not only was Garry able to help me with my immediate issue, but he also has given me the tools I need for continual improvement that I can use for the rest of my life. For all of this I am eternally grateful!

Kristen Lampuri

If you're looking for a counselor who truly cares, who gives insightful thoughts and direction while listening in a very approachable manner, you've found your guy. Garry is extremely intelligent and well trained, yet also very compassionate and deliberate. He has helped me pause before reacting, use intellect over emotion, and strengthen my own abilities to be strong in my own right. He's been an amazing resource during a dark time in my life and has helped me take the necessary steps in coming out the other side.

Heather

Garry is an amazing counselor. He’s emotionally intelligent and has a graceful way of being honest. He’s excellent at helping the client identify key concepts and dig deeper into what might seem like “surface” issues. By speaking with Garry I have gained insight into my past and have identified old patterns of behavior which no longer serve me. I cannot say enough good things about Garry, I am so fortunate to have worked with him!

Adrienne Robinson

I would highly recommend Gary...he helped me get through a difficult time. I have and will continue to recommend him!

G Ligon

Garry is a most accomplished counselor adept at listening and loaded with helpful approaches to peaceful living. Wish I had found him decades earlier. It could take a while for an appointment to open up as he is fully booked, but is worth the wait.

James Campbell

Gary is great I have been his client for 7 years and it has been worth it. He is caring and listens very well and give you suggestions to help you make your own choices.He makes you think. Keep up the great work

Sue Rakes

I have searched high and low for a caring, capable, and competent therapist for many years! Garry has been a genuine gift in my life and has helped me grow immeasurably. Garry really genuinely listens and has a fabulous blend of humor and sympathy to share at the right times. His recommendations have been great a great guidance for me through some very dark times, and his energy and his understanding of bigger principles have helped me to see my life with a different perspective. I have trusted Garry in my life for several years and am so grateful for his authentic help.

Z

I have been a client of Garry for a year or so. He has been tremendously helpful in helping me work through current stresses as well as digging deep into the past to understand the roots of my reactions. He has a great sense of humor and is incredibly able to cut through defenses in a kind way to get to the real work. Definitely the best therapist I have ever been to.

Barbara Friedewald

Garry is helping me wade through some sad and angry feelings resulting from the crash of my 25 year marriage. He is a real human being whose commitment to his clients is based on his education, training, and experience. His informal style and his comprehensive understanding of human behavior put me at ease from the beginning. My time with him has been affirming, fluid, thought-provoking and interactive. He has encouraged me to use intellect over emotion and to take charge of my life. He has given me language to describe random feelings in a comfortable and positive environment. He has a gentle but firm way of challenging my life-long beliefs, some of which need discarding. I would recommend his services (and have, actually) to anyone who would like to talk to someone who listens. I’ve thought about talking to a therapist many times before. This time I took action to my great benefit. It has been two years since I first consulted Garry . We meet less often now than in the beginning. His treatment has adapted to offering suggestions for living my best life. His insight and empathy during crisis and beyond is a gift.

Jennifer

My former husband and I went to Garry for marriage counseling to try to save our marriage. We were really struggling and unhappy. We ended up separating but it turns out that was the best decision we could have made for our relationship and our family. Garry never pushed us one way or another but instead helped us uncover the underlying issues and recurrent problems that were dragging down the marriage. He also helped us see some of our own personal issues that were negativity impacting the relationship. We both experienced a lot of self discovery and growth during our time with Garry. Our marriage is over but our happiness with each other and in life is better than it's been in years. We're grateful for the help and guidance Garry offered us.

Anthony Bizzaro

More of a thank you than a review. Garry is kind, patience, and empathic. He's a great listener, and he understands. At the same time, Garry was able to help me accept reality, consider my motives, and modify my behavior. Therapy isn't easy if you're doing it right, but it's worth it. "The only way past is through." With Garry's help, I found what I sought for so many years. I didn't just trade one attachment for the next. I worked on developing a truer sense of self and purpose. If you're here, go. Sit in the far chair. Let down your guard, just a bit. See what happens. What can you lose at this point, right?

Mary Reiss

I have known Garry for some time and greatly respect his skill as a clinician. He is one of the brightest and most talented therapists in the field. Garry really understands issues at their core and can break down concepts and therapeutic paths in a way that is practical. I have recommended clients to Garry and feel confident that any one I send to him will truly benefit from working with him.

Mario Kroll

Spoke with Gary while I was going through a personal crisis and called him out of state. He returned my call immediately, was very helpful even on a brief call. He's a down-to-earth, no-bullshit, yet non-judgmental pragmatist that listens well, comes up with holistic ideas regardless of what your issues are, and all around is the best mental health professional I've seen. His space is comfortable, non-pretentious and inviting, and my sessions with Gary fly by, usually with at least a handful of immediately implementable insights that have improved the quality of my life and those around me. I highly recommend Gary as counselor especially if dealing with trauma, addiction, depression, relationship issues, and similar situations.

Chris Wiloby

Garry's services are challenging, thought-provoking, and extremely effective. I also find him to be introspective, honest, compassionate, and he calls it like he sees it. He won't give you the rose-colored glasses thing. Garry has helped my son in more ways than anyone else. I would highly recommend this counselor in Cary!!

R Palmer

I'm very grateful to Garry for his help over the years. He helped me sort through some emotional management and boundary setting issues that were allowing me to stay in an unhealthy relationship at the time I began working with him - which was about 8 years ago. I've been with my wife now for 7 years now and we celebrated our fourth anniversary yesterday. I've continued to rely on his help for the rare crisis, but it was that initial slog through my behavior in relationships that really set me free. Thanks Garry!