Couples Counselling Therapists in Beltline, Calgary, AB
Listening to clients and providing a respectful environment where it is safe to explore life's challenges is the first step. Each of us has strengths. I respect the expertise you have in your own life, encourage you to look at things differently and guide you to discover your own inner wisdom to help you create solutions that work for you. My clients include individuals, couples and families struggling with relationship breakdown, separation/divorce, parent-child problems, employment issues, anxiety, depression or trauma. I have specialized training in mediation, parenting coordination, parenting assessments and EMDR for working with trauma.
Listening to clients and providing a respectful environment where it is safe to explore life's challenges is the first step. Each of us has strengths. I respect the expertise you have in your own life, encourage you to look at things differently and guide you to discover your own inner wisdom to help you create solutions that work for you. My clients include individuals, couples and families struggling with relationship breakdown, separation/divorce, parent-child problems, employment issues, anxiety, depression or trauma. I have specialized training in mediation, parenting coordination, parenting assessments and EMDR for working with trauma.
Nevena Kalajdzic
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Beltline, Calgary, AB T2R
Sometimes, to have better relationships with others, we also need to examine our relationship with our 'self'.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist whose work centers around strengthening relationships and connections. After working with children, teens, and families for 10+ years, I’ve come to learn that relationship improvement can be an antidote to stress. For couples and families, strengthening relationships might mean working on being more open with one another, learning to share and listen effectively, knowing when and how to set boundaries, and how to respond in difficult situations.
Sometimes, to have better relationships with others, we also need to examine our relationship with our 'self'.
I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist whose work centers around strengthening relationships and connections. After working with children, teens, and families for 10+ years, I’ve come to learn that relationship improvement can be an antidote to stress. For couples and families, strengthening relationships might mean working on being more open with one another, learning to share and listen effectively, knowing when and how to set boundaries, and how to respond in difficult situations.
Let us be your partner on the journey to mental wellness.
Our clients seek support from the Wayfound clinic to navigate the complexities of their emotional well-being. They may grapple with a range of issues including PTSD, anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress stemming from various life transitions. Their needs extend beyond mere coping mechanisms; they crave understanding, validation, and practical strategies to reclaim control over their mental health journey. With a desire for genuine connection and effective tools, they aim to cultivate resilience, find inner peace, and foster a sense of purpose in their lives.
Let us be your partner on the journey to mental wellness.
Our clients seek support from the Wayfound clinic to navigate the complexities of their emotional well-being. They may grapple with a range of issues including PTSD, anxiety, depression, trauma, or stress stemming from various life transitions. Their needs extend beyond mere coping mechanisms; they crave understanding, validation, and practical strategies to reclaim control over their mental health journey. With a desire for genuine connection and effective tools, they aim to cultivate resilience, find inner peace, and foster a sense of purpose in their lives.
Gaby (Gabriela) Hennig Registered Provisional Psychologist
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MOC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Beltline, Calgary, AB T2R
I work with clients struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relationship issues, family of origin issues, sexual violence, trauma, and PTSD.
On maternity leave, back summer/2024. Hello, I’m Gaby and I’m a registered provisional psychologist. I believe that we all have the ability to connect with ourselves, no matter how overwhelming it might be, and to be able to go through all the challenges that life throws at us. I want my clients to feel safe in my presence, and to feel comfortable sharing their stories and concerns.
I work with clients struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, depression, relationship issues, family of origin issues, sexual violence, trauma, and PTSD.
On maternity leave, back summer/2024. Hello, I’m Gaby and I’m a registered provisional psychologist. I believe that we all have the ability to connect with ourselves, no matter how overwhelming it might be, and to be able to go through all the challenges that life throws at us. I want my clients to feel safe in my presence, and to feel comfortable sharing their stories and concerns.
Colleen Harvey, Calgary Counselling Services
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MC, BA
Verified Verified
Beltline, Calgary, AB T2R
You are the expert of your life, and your story and experiences are unique. Your healing journey is also unique, and your personal counselling needs and goals will be addressed through a therapeutic approach that is designed to suit you. You will be given the opportunity to share your perspective and ideas about what effective counselling looks like for you in my client-led, culturally responsive approach to therapy. A trusting therapeutic relationship is the key to successful therapy. Whether my clients are adults, couples, parents, families, teenagers, or children, all voices are respected and heard.
You are the expert of your life, and your story and experiences are unique. Your healing journey is also unique, and your personal counselling needs and goals will be addressed through a therapeutic approach that is designed to suit you. You will be given the opportunity to share your perspective and ideas about what effective counselling looks like for you in my client-led, culturally responsive approach to therapy. A trusting therapeutic relationship is the key to successful therapy. Whether my clients are adults, couples, parents, families, teenagers, or children, all voices are respected and heard.
Vanessa McConnell
Psychologist, RPsych, MC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Beltline, Calgary, AB T2R (Online Only)
I have additional training in sex therapy and love to work with people exploring how to have a healthy relationship to sex and sexuality.
Finding the right fit with a therapist is one of the most important parts of counselling . I work with all my clients to build safety and comfort in exploring areas of their life they want to change. I am dedicated to helping people find ways of being in the world that are meaningful and fulfilling to them. I love working with people exploring different paths and looking to challenge the status quos in their lives, including those walking non-conforming paths. I am also passionate about supporting people work through historical trauma and its present day impact.
I have additional training in sex therapy and love to work with people exploring how to have a healthy relationship to sex and sexuality.
Finding the right fit with a therapist is one of the most important parts of counselling . I work with all my clients to build safety and comfort in exploring areas of their life they want to change. I am dedicated to helping people find ways of being in the world that are meaningful and fulfilling to them. I love working with people exploring different paths and looking to challenge the status quos in their lives, including those walking non-conforming paths. I am also passionate about supporting people work through historical trauma and its present day impact.
Natasha Cole
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beltline, Calgary, AB T2R
I work with both individuals and couples, and I am excited to work with you in areas of anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship challenges, trauma & abuse recovery, grief & loss, addictions, and personal development.
I understand that challenging life circumstances can sometimes leave people feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or depleted. My greatest pleasure as a therapist is supporting people to reconnect with their sense of purpose, joy, and satisfaction, and I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity for healing and growth. My guiding values are authenticity, curiosity, and connection, and I strive to create a therapeutic space where clients feel welcome and accepted.
I work with both individuals and couples, and I am excited to work with you in areas of anxiety, depression, stress management, relationship challenges, trauma & abuse recovery, grief & loss, addictions, and personal development.
I understand that challenging life circumstances can sometimes leave people feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or depleted. My greatest pleasure as a therapist is supporting people to reconnect with their sense of purpose, joy, and satisfaction, and I firmly believe that everyone has the capacity for healing and growth. My guiding values are authenticity, curiosity, and connection, and I strive to create a therapeutic space where clients feel welcome and accepted.
I provide psychological services for Individuals & Couples, and I also have specialized training in Perinatal Mental Health (pre/postpartum).
Feeling overwhelmed lately? I want to hear about the hard stuff life’s been throwing your way. I get it—sometimes, it’s a lot. Eventually, the hard stuff can start to affect the way we think, feel, and act. Sometimes we start to feel disconnected from our true selves, and our relationships. I create a safe space for you to explore and process what is going on for you. With support, you can realize that you are not alone, and change is possible. I meet you where you’re at, and we move forward from there.
I provide psychological services for Individuals & Couples, and I also have specialized training in Perinatal Mental Health (pre/postpartum).
Feeling overwhelmed lately? I want to hear about the hard stuff life’s been throwing your way. I get it—sometimes, it’s a lot. Eventually, the hard stuff can start to affect the way we think, feel, and act. Sometimes we start to feel disconnected from our true selves, and our relationships. I create a safe space for you to explore and process what is going on for you. With support, you can realize that you are not alone, and change is possible. I meet you where you’re at, and we move forward from there.
Samuel Jay Reichel
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Beltline, Calgary, AB T2R (Online Only)
I am a counselling intern with the Centre for Mental Health and Addictions offering unlimited individual, couples, and family counselling at zero cost! I work confidently with a variety of issues including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, couples, and family-related concerns. I aim to provide a safe and trusting environment for my clients to be supported in processing, navigating their issues, and working towards positive change.
I am a counselling intern with the Centre for Mental Health and Addictions offering unlimited individual, couples, and family counselling at zero cost! I work confidently with a variety of issues including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, couples, and family-related concerns. I aim to provide a safe and trusting environment for my clients to be supported in processing, navigating their issues, and working towards positive change.
I am a PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy) trained therapist with specialized skills for helping couples understand patterned responses to relational conflict.
CONFIDENTIAL, COMPASSIONATE, SKILLED...My clients are curious, brave and ready to evolve, even if they're not quite sure what that looks like yet. They are looking to access the underlying roots of present day triggers, to live authentically in a world that promotes quick fix solutions and unending busyness. Meaningful growth commands us to slow down, pay attention, inquire within, and be (not do). Individuals that connect with me are ready for something different, something deeper. They are ready to develop a more compassionate relationship to the parts of self that are calling for attention. They are ready to thrive.
I am a PACT (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy) trained therapist with specialized skills for helping couples understand patterned responses to relational conflict.
CONFIDENTIAL, COMPASSIONATE, SKILLED...My clients are curious, brave and ready to evolve, even if they're not quite sure what that looks like yet. They are looking to access the underlying roots of present day triggers, to live authentically in a world that promotes quick fix solutions and unending busyness. Meaningful growth commands us to slow down, pay attention, inquire within, and be (not do). Individuals that connect with me are ready for something different, something deeper. They are ready to develop a more compassionate relationship to the parts of self that are calling for attention. They are ready to thrive.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, couples work, life transition, belief system struggles, religious trauma, existential and self discovery, and sexuality and gender issues.
I aim to meet my clients apart from the pretension and stigmas of the psychology world, as well as the norms of culture/society in general. Creating a space apart from all the things we think we need to be and should be allows for an authenticity to engage the obstacles in life in a new way. Therapy should not be “one size fits all” and so with the expertise that you have of your life, combined with my skills and training, we can work together to get past both the internal and external things keeping you from being more of the human you were meant to be; creating a new mental space where you can continue to grow and thrive.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, couples work, life transition, belief system struggles, religious trauma, existential and self discovery, and sexuality and gender issues.
I aim to meet my clients apart from the pretension and stigmas of the psychology world, as well as the norms of culture/society in general. Creating a space apart from all the things we think we need to be and should be allows for an authenticity to engage the obstacles in life in a new way. Therapy should not be “one size fits all” and so with the expertise that you have of your life, combined with my skills and training, we can work together to get past both the internal and external things keeping you from being more of the human you were meant to be; creating a new mental space where you can continue to grow and thrive.
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Many of my clients come to me seeking support in navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues or life transitions. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore emotions, gain insight and develop tools to overcome life’s challenges. Through our work together you can expect to develop new coping strategies, build resilience, and foster healthier relationships with yourself and others.
Many of my clients come to me seeking support in navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues or life transitions. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to explore emotions, gain insight and develop tools to overcome life’s challenges. Through our work together you can expect to develop new coping strategies, build resilience, and foster healthier relationships with yourself and others.
I specialize in working with couples and families facing a range of challenges, from relational conflict to daily hassles, grief/loss to “big emotions.” I also enjoy working with individuals experiencing a variety of concerns, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, and stress. I believe that all roads toward growth do not follow the same path. What does yours look like?
I specialize in working with couples and families facing a range of challenges, from relational conflict to daily hassles, grief/loss to “big emotions.” I also enjoy working with individuals experiencing a variety of concerns, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, and stress. I believe that all roads toward growth do not follow the same path. What does yours look like?
I help individual clients with ADHD, anxiety, and addiction concerns regain control over their lives. I also offer relationship help for individuals and couples. There is a capable and special person inside each and every one of us; don't let your symptoms stop you from being that person. My therapeutic orientations include Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, Existential, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and family therapy approaches as appropriate.
I help individual clients with ADHD, anxiety, and addiction concerns regain control over their lives. I also offer relationship help for individuals and couples. There is a capable and special person inside each and every one of us; don't let your symptoms stop you from being that person. My therapeutic orientations include Cognitive Behavioural, Psychodynamic, Existential, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and family therapy approaches as appropriate.
Keep Growing Counselling Services Inc
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Beltline, Calgary, AB T2R
I work with individuals, couples or families.
Are you at a crossroads? Has life given you some lemons? Are you struggling to make a big decision? Are your relationships languishing? Are you considering separation? Life can seem like a never ending cycle of things happening to you and you just can't seem to catch your breath. If you would like to shift these challenges to growth opportunities, I would love to work with you and help you develop your goals and create more balance in your life.
I work with individuals, couples or families.
Are you at a crossroads? Has life given you some lemons? Are you struggling to make a big decision? Are your relationships languishing? Are you considering separation? Life can seem like a never ending cycle of things happening to you and you just can't seem to catch your breath. If you would like to shift these challenges to growth opportunities, I would love to work with you and help you develop your goals and create more balance in your life.
I am a trained and experienced counsellor for relationship struggles, trauma, grief, chronic pain and health loss, body image and disordered eating concerns, a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and an experienced Gottman and EFT trained couples therapist who helps couples enrich and strengthen relationships, intimacy and communication.
Is your life all you want it to be? Are you struggling to make changes on your own and it just ISN'T working? I offer skilled and compassionate counselling in a non-judgmental, safe and confidential environment where you can share your concerns, gain perspective and learn specific, targeted tools to help you navigate life's challenges, improve wellness and heal and move past life's difficulties. Working from a person-centered, holistic approach I blend cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic (including attachment focused) and interpersonal therapies to individualize the best care for you.
I am a trained and experienced counsellor for relationship struggles, trauma, grief, chronic pain and health loss, body image and disordered eating concerns, a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and an experienced Gottman and EFT trained couples therapist who helps couples enrich and strengthen relationships, intimacy and communication.
Is your life all you want it to be? Are you struggling to make changes on your own and it just ISN'T working? I offer skilled and compassionate counselling in a non-judgmental, safe and confidential environment where you can share your concerns, gain perspective and learn specific, targeted tools to help you navigate life's challenges, improve wellness and heal and move past life's difficulties. Working from a person-centered, holistic approach I blend cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic (including attachment focused) and interpersonal therapies to individualize the best care for you.
Specialty is in couples counselling, anger management, domestic violence stress/anxiety/depression, trauma including PTSD, mood and personality challenges, pornogrpahy addiction, performance issues at work, sport or school.
Stress both workplace and life, sexual addicitons, relationships including couple, marital, family, co-worker, Christian. The goal of MARTHA7 counselling is to help people be the best version of themselves.
Specialty is in couples counselling, anger management, domestic violence stress/anxiety/depression, trauma including PTSD, mood and personality challenges, pornogrpahy addiction, performance issues at work, sport or school.
Stress both workplace and life, sexual addicitons, relationships including couple, marital, family, co-worker, Christian. The goal of MARTHA7 counselling is to help people be the best version of themselves.
Hi I am a seasoned professional, assisting individuals, couples and families for several decades.
Hi you are a teen or adult , or a couple, who is/are looking for some help - someone to listen, understand and to give you some insight into your situation. You need to be heard and to sort through the confusion of thoughts and feelings you are having. You may want help in communicating with your partner, or family member. You are a worker who may be looking for skills in managing your stress, feelings of panic of helplessness or maybe you are just over whelmed? You are a parent who wants to learn how to balance work and life and to juggle all those balls in the air!
Hi I am a seasoned professional, assisting individuals, couples and families for several decades.
Hi you are a teen or adult , or a couple, who is/are looking for some help - someone to listen, understand and to give you some insight into your situation. You need to be heard and to sort through the confusion of thoughts and feelings you are having. You may want help in communicating with your partner, or family member. You are a worker who may be looking for skills in managing your stress, feelings of panic of helplessness or maybe you are just over whelmed? You are a parent who wants to learn how to balance work and life and to juggle all those balls in the air!
Maria Wing
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MSc, APC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Beltline, Calgary, AB T3M
With over 6 years of experience helping people struggling with depression, anxiety, work/life stress, family conflict, couple/marital conflict, life transitions, trauma, grief, existential concerns, I am passionate about journeying with couples, families, children, young adults, and individuals in their path to healing and flourishing.
Whether you are facing life transitions, trauma, loss, depression, or anxiety, having someone to journey with can make all the difference in your journey towards healing and flourishing.
With over 6 years of experience helping people struggling with depression, anxiety, work/life stress, family conflict, couple/marital conflict, life transitions, trauma, grief, existential concerns, I am passionate about journeying with couples, families, children, young adults, and individuals in their path to healing and flourishing.
Whether you are facing life transitions, trauma, loss, depression, or anxiety, having someone to journey with can make all the difference in your journey towards healing and flourishing.
My mission is to help clients become aware of their inner strengths and to build hope and resiliency. I am committed to providing a safe space for clients to be, to learn and to grow. I am currently accepting new adult clients for individual and couples counselling. I offer virtual services to SK and AB residents and in-person services in Calgary, AB, every Wednesday. My areas of interest include trauma, chronic and acute illness, anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, and life transitions. I believe in counselling through a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach and providing LGTBQIA2S+ affirmative counselling.
My mission is to help clients become aware of their inner strengths and to build hope and resiliency. I am committed to providing a safe space for clients to be, to learn and to grow. I am currently accepting new adult clients for individual and couples counselling. I offer virtual services to SK and AB residents and in-person services in Calgary, AB, every Wednesday. My areas of interest include trauma, chronic and acute illness, anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, and life transitions. I believe in counselling through a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach and providing LGTBQIA2S+ affirmative counselling.
I am a counselling intern working at The Centre for Mental Health and Addictions, offering a variety of therapeutic services free of charge. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I can provide support for a wide variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, burnout, chronic stress, and navigating life transitions. I aspire to create a safe and collaborative environment for my clients to explore and address their challenges. I aim to work with you to help you organize and make sense of your issues, see new perspectives, gain deeper insight, and find solutions that work for you.
I am a counselling intern working at The Centre for Mental Health and Addictions, offering a variety of therapeutic services free of charge. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I can provide support for a wide variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, burnout, chronic stress, and navigating life transitions. I aspire to create a safe and collaborative environment for my clients to explore and address their challenges. I aim to work with you to help you organize and make sense of your issues, see new perspectives, gain deeper insight, and find solutions that work for you.
Emily Shaffer Rise Counselling
Psychologist, BA, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beltline, Calgary, AB T2R
Despite your struggles, you are your own expert. By collaborating through a strong therapeutic alliance and the simple act of slowing down, I put your uniqueness at the center of every session in order to strive towards your sense of a meaningful, balanced, healthy way of being. I direct my energy to supporting people as they grapple with the challenges in life both past and present, encouraging personal growth closer to their best self. Often these challenges are revealed as anxiety and depression, trauma, life transitions, family distress, relationship struggles and work-related stress.
Despite your struggles, you are your own expert. By collaborating through a strong therapeutic alliance and the simple act of slowing down, I put your uniqueness at the center of every session in order to strive towards your sense of a meaningful, balanced, healthy way of being. I direct my energy to supporting people as they grapple with the challenges in life both past and present, encouraging personal growth closer to their best self. Often these challenges are revealed as anxiety and depression, trauma, life transitions, family distress, relationship struggles and work-related stress.
I am keen to collaborate with Individuals and couples wanting to discover and understand the underlying factors which may be contributing to their symptoms of distress and conflict in their lives and in their relationships. Together we will develop a therapeutic alliance: influenced by curiosity; mindfulness; and self-compassion; that will focus on creating, and trying to achieve, your unique treatment goals. I am passionate about mental and emotional health, and I enjoy guiding and supporting clients while they strive to improve and change their lives.
I am keen to collaborate with Individuals and couples wanting to discover and understand the underlying factors which may be contributing to their symptoms of distress and conflict in their lives and in their relationships. Together we will develop a therapeutic alliance: influenced by curiosity; mindfulness; and self-compassion; that will focus on creating, and trying to achieve, your unique treatment goals. I am passionate about mental and emotional health, and I enjoy guiding and supporting clients while they strive to improve and change their lives.
Blink Integrative Mental Health & Consulting
Counsellor, PhD, MTC, RCC, ACTA
Verified Verified
Beltline, Calgary, AB T2R
Our services include individual and couples therapy, professional support, workplace mental health, and work-life balance.
At Blink Integrative Mental Health & Consulting, we believe that creating positive mental health and wellbeing is essential to living a fulfilling and balanced life. We offer individual and workplace mental health services, along with professional support, to help people create balance that works for them. We believe in providing personalized and comprehensive care that is tailored to each individual’s needs. From group sessions to individual counseling, and workshops. We are dedicated to helping individuals and businesses build resilience, increase productivity, and create meaningful impact in their lives and work.
Our services include individual and couples therapy, professional support, workplace mental health, and work-life balance.
At Blink Integrative Mental Health & Consulting, we believe that creating positive mental health and wellbeing is essential to living a fulfilling and balanced life. We offer individual and workplace mental health services, along with professional support, to help people create balance that works for them. We believe in providing personalized and comprehensive care that is tailored to each individual’s needs. From group sessions to individual counseling, and workshops. We are dedicated to helping individuals and businesses build resilience, increase productivity, and create meaningful impact in their lives and work.
As a generalist, I support children, adults, couples, and families with a wide range of presenting concerns.
It takes courage to seek help, so I commend you for taking this first step. Although therapy can seem intimidating, I view it as just like any other health service, such as the dentist or chiropractor. Just like how we visit the dentist if we have severe tooth pain or need a routine cleaning, I am here for both your traumatic experiences as well as maintenance sessions. No issue is too small when working with me and my practice, Arcadia Counselling. No one is meant to struggle alone, which is where I come in. Therapy looks different for everyone whether that is a place to unload, learn techniques, or improve your quality of life.
As a generalist, I support children, adults, couples, and families with a wide range of presenting concerns.
It takes courage to seek help, so I commend you for taking this first step. Although therapy can seem intimidating, I view it as just like any other health service, such as the dentist or chiropractor. Just like how we visit the dentist if we have severe tooth pain or need a routine cleaning, I am here for both your traumatic experiences as well as maintenance sessions. No issue is too small when working with me and my practice, Arcadia Counselling. No one is meant to struggle alone, which is where I come in. Therapy looks different for everyone whether that is a place to unload, learn techniques, or improve your quality of life.
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Couples Counselling
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.