Marriage Counselling Therapists in Edmonton, AB

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Cath Thorlakson
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5G
I provide help and empowerment for those who are struggling with issues of faith, depression, anxiety, stress, addictions to gambling, alcohol, drug abuse, and smoking, as well as couples and marriage therapy; including domestic violence. I help parents of children and youth with developmental struggles such as autism and ADHD. I help those who are dealing with trauma to get back on their feet and find hope and direction again. If you need to find hope again in your life and your relationships, I would love to help you find it!
I provide help and empowerment for those who are struggling with issues of faith, depression, anxiety, stress, addictions to gambling, alcohol, drug abuse, and smoking, as well as couples and marriage therapy; including domestic violence. I help parents of children and youth with developmental struggles such as autism and ADHD. I help those who are dealing with trauma to get back on their feet and find hope and direction again. If you need to find hope again in your life and your relationships, I would love to help you find it!
(855) 287-7829 View (855) 287-7829
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Davis P Tharayil
Registered Provisional Psychologist, PhD, MA, MEd, CCC
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5K
I provide treatment for various issues, including trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, addictions, anger, marital conflict, grief, burnout, self-esteem, and personality challenges.
I am a compassionate and non-judgmental Registered Provisional Psychologist with over 12 years of experience. In therapy, clients are able to set achievable goals by discussing their personal issues along with the challenging and complex circumstances they are struggling with. Together, we work towards these goals using an integrative approach that combines Cognitive-Behavioural, Acceptance & Commitment, Dialectical Behavioural Therapies, and Clinical Hypnotherapy.
I provide treatment for various issues, including trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, addictions, anger, marital conflict, grief, burnout, self-esteem, and personality challenges.
I am a compassionate and non-judgmental Registered Provisional Psychologist with over 12 years of experience. In therapy, clients are able to set achievable goals by discussing their personal issues along with the challenging and complex circumstances they are struggling with. Together, we work towards these goals using an integrative approach that combines Cognitive-Behavioural, Acceptance & Commitment, Dialectical Behavioural Therapies, and Clinical Hypnotherapy.
(587) 803-4359 View (587) 803-4359
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Petrina Runke
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5N
Do you lie awake at night worrying about your kids? Your marriage? Your future? Do you feel trapped, alone or helpless? Struggling with changes or loss? I am here to help! I support individuals, families and couples to find resolution and healing. When we feel disconnected or experience trauma we may cope by numbing, withdrawing, people-pleasing or acting aggressively. I draw on your wisdom and expertise to guide our work. My training and specialization in various therapy techniques allows me to tailor my approach to best meet your needs. I welcome and value diversity in all cultures, ethnicities, identities, ages, abilities.
Do you lie awake at night worrying about your kids? Your marriage? Your future? Do you feel trapped, alone or helpless? Struggling with changes or loss? I am here to help! I support individuals, families and couples to find resolution and healing. When we feel disconnected or experience trauma we may cope by numbing, withdrawing, people-pleasing or acting aggressively. I draw on your wisdom and expertise to guide our work. My training and specialization in various therapy techniques allows me to tailor my approach to best meet your needs. I welcome and value diversity in all cultures, ethnicities, identities, ages, abilities.
(587) 805-5248 View (587) 805-5248
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Sholly Scarlett
Psychologist, MSc
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5N
I hold a masters degree in Marriage and Family therapy and enjoy working with families, couples, and individuals.
Welcome! Thanks for stoping by! You must have read tons of therapists' profiles before getting to me. I know, I know you must be saying to yourself...why does this AMAZING therapist name end in "S." I blame my parents but that's neither here nor there...you made it here and I'm so glad you are going to read my page. I have a passion for working with my clients in a collaborative way to bring forth their inner strengths and resilience.
I hold a masters degree in Marriage and Family therapy and enjoy working with families, couples, and individuals.
Welcome! Thanks for stoping by! You must have read tons of therapists' profiles before getting to me. I know, I know you must be saying to yourself...why does this AMAZING therapist name end in "S." I blame my parents but that's neither here nor there...you made it here and I'm so glad you are going to read my page. I have a passion for working with my clients in a collaborative way to bring forth their inner strengths and resilience.
(587) 507-3852 View (587) 507-3852
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Teresa Davis
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5P
Not accepting new clients
Common concerns include stress management, life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, work-life balance & marital or family issues.
“The secret to making progress is getting started.” - Mark Twain. As a Registered Psychologist with over 20 years of experience, I have clinical experience and training working with children, youth, adults and families in the Edmonton and surrounding areas. Many of the young children I work with present with challenges with attention, sleep, regulation, toileting, anxiety, feeding issues, aggression, etc. Parents also express concerns with parenting and attachment concerns.
Common concerns include stress management, life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, work-life balance & marital or family issues.
“The secret to making progress is getting started.” - Mark Twain. As a Registered Psychologist with over 20 years of experience, I have clinical experience and training working with children, youth, adults and families in the Edmonton and surrounding areas. Many of the young children I work with present with challenges with attention, sleep, regulation, toileting, anxiety, feeding issues, aggression, etc. Parents also express concerns with parenting and attachment concerns.
(780) 905-1475 View (780) 905-1475
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Drebit Psychological Services
Psychologist, MSc, RPsych
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5K
I have a graduate degree in Marital and Family Therapy.
I have 20 years of experience working with people who are dealing with personal and relational issues. My approach is collaborative and focuses on developing tools and strategies that personally fit each individual. I draw upon several treatment modalities to facilitate change, including CBT, EFT, ACT, Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapy. My areas of interest include depression; anxiety; couples/family/relational issues; parenting; grief/loss; anger management; life crises; and stress management. I work with individuals (adults), couples, and families in the context of a supportive environment that fosters exploring issues, developing awareness & strengths, and finding solutions to resolve issues.
I have a graduate degree in Marital and Family Therapy.
I have 20 years of experience working with people who are dealing with personal and relational issues. My approach is collaborative and focuses on developing tools and strategies that personally fit each individual. I draw upon several treatment modalities to facilitate change, including CBT, EFT, ACT, Mindfulness, and Solution Focused Therapy. My areas of interest include depression; anxiety; couples/family/relational issues; parenting; grief/loss; anger management; life crises; and stress management. I work with individuals (adults), couples, and families in the context of a supportive environment that fosters exploring issues, developing awareness & strengths, and finding solutions to resolve issues.
(866) 835-7008 View (866) 835-7008
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Kimbereley Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5V
“We are relational beings" and we discover ourselves in our relationship to others. When these relationships don’t feel “secure”, we may feel alone or in pain, causing personal struggles to be more difficult. My experience in counselling those who face marital, family, and parenting struggles, offers ways to overcome the barriers that get in the way of reaching out to those you love. I offer my authenticity and a supportive place to reflect, and discover new ways of viewing yourself to create positive change.
“We are relational beings" and we discover ourselves in our relationship to others. When these relationships don’t feel “secure”, we may feel alone or in pain, causing personal struggles to be more difficult. My experience in counselling those who face marital, family, and parenting struggles, offers ways to overcome the barriers that get in the way of reaching out to those you love. I offer my authenticity and a supportive place to reflect, and discover new ways of viewing yourself to create positive change.
(888) 919-1883 View (888) 919-1883
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Gary J Meiers
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych, LMFT
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6E  (Online Only)
I was licensed in California in 1980 as a Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist.
In my practice I see a wide range of clients: adults, teens, children, adults who have experienced developmental traumas [sexual, physical & emotional abuse] (often in the context of their own dysfunctional family of origin), clients with PTSD, couples who are seeking to strengthen their relationship, families looking for new ways to resolve old problems, and individuals who keep repeating the past. Depending on the presenting problem and a client's history, I often integrate EMDR Therapy and Gestalt Therapy and/or Structural Family Therapy. Online counselling is now available to residents of Alberta.
I was licensed in California in 1980 as a Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist.
In my practice I see a wide range of clients: adults, teens, children, adults who have experienced developmental traumas [sexual, physical & emotional abuse] (often in the context of their own dysfunctional family of origin), clients with PTSD, couples who are seeking to strengthen their relationship, families looking for new ways to resolve old problems, and individuals who keep repeating the past. Depending on the presenting problem and a client's history, I often integrate EMDR Therapy and Gestalt Therapy and/or Structural Family Therapy. Online counselling is now available to residents of Alberta.
(866) 807-7211 View (866) 807-7211
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Paul Bianchini
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6C
Challenges in life are inevitable, but there are many choices in how to face them. Paul Bianchini is a counseling psychologist working in the Edmonton area and provides psychotherapy services for people struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, relationships, marriage issues, occupational stress, crisis intervention, trauma, grief and loss, body image issues, self-esteem, health psychology, and addiction issues. Call 780-757-5535 - Prairie Owl Psychology and Counselling for a prompt and professional response.
Challenges in life are inevitable, but there are many choices in how to face them. Paul Bianchini is a counseling psychologist working in the Edmonton area and provides psychotherapy services for people struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, relationships, marriage issues, occupational stress, crisis intervention, trauma, grief and loss, body image issues, self-esteem, health psychology, and addiction issues. Call 780-757-5535 - Prairie Owl Psychology and Counselling for a prompt and professional response.
(587) 413-5247 View (587) 413-5247
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Catherine Wilkes
Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5N  (Online Only)
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 19 years of experience in private practice in Edmonton and St. Albert. While my practice incorporates much diversity, there is a hope focused emphasis in working with individuals, teens and their parents, families, couples, and groups. I support individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, and with couples seeking marriage counseling. My counseling approach focuses on the uniqueness of each client's experiences to promote personal enhancement and growth.
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 19 years of experience in private practice in Edmonton and St. Albert. While my practice incorporates much diversity, there is a hope focused emphasis in working with individuals, teens and their parents, families, couples, and groups. I support individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, and with couples seeking marriage counseling. My counseling approach focuses on the uniqueness of each client's experiences to promote personal enhancement and growth.
(855) 212-5371 View (855) 212-5371
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Rebecca Thompson
MA, CCC, CPC
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5T  (Online Only)
I completed my Master of Arts in Marriage in Family Counselling in 2006.
I have a great love for people and an overwhelming compassion and empathy for those who are impacted by grief and loss. I have a strong interest in working with those struggling with various addictions, mental health concerns, grief and loss, and faith issues. I counsel from a client-centred, trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, using motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and narrative therapy modalities.
I completed my Master of Arts in Marriage in Family Counselling in 2006.
I have a great love for people and an overwhelming compassion and empathy for those who are impacted by grief and loss. I have a strong interest in working with those struggling with various addictions, mental health concerns, grief and loss, and faith issues. I counsel from a client-centred, trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, using motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and narrative therapy modalities.
(587) 415-0778 View (587) 415-0778
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Noorfarah Merali
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6G
Not accepting new clients
Armed with 10 years of clinical training helping people with a wide range of problems, I offer therapy for stress, coping skills, depression, anxiety, trauma, pain management, relationship/marriage difficulties, and cultural issues.
As a Registered Psychologist since 2001, I help adults and couples overcome personal, mental health and relationship challenges with compassion and cultural sensitivity. Approaching clients with empathy, I listen to understand your unique experiences and struggles, as well as the changes you hope for as a result of seeking help. I work with you to create a customized counselling or treatment plan to help you achieve your goals for change and live a happier, healthier life. The interventions and therapies I draw on are well-researched and have been clinically proven to be effective.
Armed with 10 years of clinical training helping people with a wide range of problems, I offer therapy for stress, coping skills, depression, anxiety, trauma, pain management, relationship/marriage difficulties, and cultural issues.
As a Registered Psychologist since 2001, I help adults and couples overcome personal, mental health and relationship challenges with compassion and cultural sensitivity. Approaching clients with empathy, I listen to understand your unique experiences and struggles, as well as the changes you hope for as a result of seeking help. I work with you to create a customized counselling or treatment plan to help you achieve your goals for change and live a happier, healthier life. The interventions and therapies I draw on are well-researched and have been clinically proven to be effective.
(587) 207-4366 View (587) 207-4366
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Kingsley Moyo
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
Beyond my Master of Arts in Marriage & Family.
A significant part of my ethos, is seeing Individuals and couples thrive in their sexual health and relationships. Ranging from helping couples bring the passion back in their mismatched sexual desires, stop the reoccurring fights, resolve the parenting and money conflicts, and heal betrayal (infidelity). I work with you to let go of the shame surrounding your sex life; resolve the joy stolen by erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation and the frustration of in-orgasm and painful sex. There's hope to heal the trauma of sexual abuse and sexual addictions. Pleasure and happiness belong in your sex life and relationships.
Beyond my Master of Arts in Marriage & Family.
A significant part of my ethos, is seeing Individuals and couples thrive in their sexual health and relationships. Ranging from helping couples bring the passion back in their mismatched sexual desires, stop the reoccurring fights, resolve the parenting and money conflicts, and heal betrayal (infidelity). I work with you to let go of the shame surrounding your sex life; resolve the joy stolen by erectile dysfunction or premature ejaculation and the frustration of in-orgasm and painful sex. There's hope to heal the trauma of sexual abuse and sexual addictions. Pleasure and happiness belong in your sex life and relationships.
(587) 415-6718 View (587) 415-6718
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Aspirations Inc.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E
Specializations include personal growth, play/sandplay, trauma, marital & family, emotion focused therapy, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, CBT, solution-focused, & addictions.
Aspirations Inc. is a private practice founded and operated by Dr. Lynne M. Kostiuk. We are located in the community of Old Strathcona, the heart of Edmonton. We are dedicated to provide professional therapeutic services to individuals (adults, adolescents, children and seniors) couples, and families in the communities of Edmonton and surrounding areas. Our values lead us to respect the uniqueness and dignity of each personality.
Specializations include personal growth, play/sandplay, trauma, marital & family, emotion focused therapy, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, CBT, solution-focused, & addictions.
Aspirations Inc. is a private practice founded and operated by Dr. Lynne M. Kostiuk. We are located in the community of Old Strathcona, the heart of Edmonton. We are dedicated to provide professional therapeutic services to individuals (adults, adolescents, children and seniors) couples, and families in the communities of Edmonton and surrounding areas. Our values lead us to respect the uniqueness and dignity of each personality.
(587) 817-8318 View (587) 817-8318
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Hilda Huj
Psychologist, BA, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5K
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Everyday life presents us with many challenges, and not all challenges are easy to overcome. In order to preserve our mental and physical health, it is important to identify when the challenges we are facing are beyond the normal threshold of storm and stress. We need to make a decision to reach out...Find a professional who will provide us with an environment where we will feel safe, comfortable, respected, listened to, and understood. Where we are able to gain insight into our situation, find a deeper understanding, evoke meaningful changes, improve our relationships, and heal ourselves by using a potential that we already have.
, school, college, autonomous living, work, romantic relationships, marriage, divorce, immigration).
Everyday life presents us with many challenges, and not all challenges are easy to overcome. In order to preserve our mental and physical health, it is important to identify when the challenges we are facing are beyond the normal threshold of storm and stress. We need to make a decision to reach out...Find a professional who will provide us with an environment where we will feel safe, comfortable, respected, listened to, and understood. Where we are able to gain insight into our situation, find a deeper understanding, evoke meaningful changes, improve our relationships, and heal ourselves by using a potential that we already have.
(825) 250-0334 View (825) 250-0334
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Allegro Counselling Inc
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6E  (Online Only)
At our clinic we offer a ride range of services that may interest you including EMDR, trauma informed therapy, parenting support, high conflict marital therapy, personality disorders support including NPD and BPD, as well as energy psychology.
At Allegro Counselling we offer a custom approach for each of our clients. Understanding where you are now and the challenges you are facing, while providing support is important at our clinic. We will pair you with a clinician who is skilled in area that bests supports you and we believe this individualized approach will maximize your success.
At our clinic we offer a ride range of services that may interest you including EMDR, trauma informed therapy, parenting support, high conflict marital therapy, personality disorders support including NPD and BPD, as well as energy psychology.
At Allegro Counselling we offer a custom approach for each of our clients. Understanding where you are now and the challenges you are facing, while providing support is important at our clinic. We will pair you with a clinician who is skilled in area that bests supports you and we believe this individualized approach will maximize your success.
(825) 605-4453 View (825) 605-4453
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Tina D Cowan
Psychologist, MSc, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5P
I am a Registered Psychologist with a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy. I specialize in couples therapy, assisting couples in the areas of connection, communication, problem-solving, intimacy, and sexuality. I also works with individuals in creating healthy and meaningful relationships with self and others.
I am a Registered Psychologist with a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy. I specialize in couples therapy, assisting couples in the areas of connection, communication, problem-solving, intimacy, and sexuality. I also works with individuals in creating healthy and meaningful relationships with self and others.
(587) 844-0732 View (587) 844-0732
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Terry Karpman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5K
I am a registered psychologist and work with individuals, couples and families. Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Are there challenges in your relationships? My specialty areas include marriage and couples counselling, interpersonal relationships, depression, anxiety, stress, parenting, grief and infertility. I will encourage you to recognize your own strengths and resources and empower you to take care of your own needs in a healthy way. You will gain a sense of self worth and personal growth as you work through different life experiences, transitions and challenges.
I am a registered psychologist and work with individuals, couples and families. Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Are there challenges in your relationships? My specialty areas include marriage and couples counselling, interpersonal relationships, depression, anxiety, stress, parenting, grief and infertility. I will encourage you to recognize your own strengths and resources and empower you to take care of your own needs in a healthy way. You will gain a sense of self worth and personal growth as you work through different life experiences, transitions and challenges.
(587) 415-2711 View (587) 415-2711
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Landon Hildebrand
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T6E
Other areas of practice include depression, anxiety, personality disorders, marriage and pre-marriage counselling, parenting difficulties and adult ADHD.
At times in our lives we experience challenges that feel overwhelming. No matter what is tried, nothing changes and sometimes things seem to get more cloudy, confusing and distressing. My hope is that through learning to approach challenges in a new way, and make sense of where you find yourself - you might find new ways of coping and growing. With a focus on integrative therapy engaging both the brain and the relationships we experience I employ a compassionate approach, seeking new ways of thinking, feeling, and being.
Other areas of practice include depression, anxiety, personality disorders, marriage and pre-marriage counselling, parenting difficulties and adult ADHD.
At times in our lives we experience challenges that feel overwhelming. No matter what is tried, nothing changes and sometimes things seem to get more cloudy, confusing and distressing. My hope is that through learning to approach challenges in a new way, and make sense of where you find yourself - you might find new ways of coping and growing. With a focus on integrative therapy engaging both the brain and the relationships we experience I employ a compassionate approach, seeking new ways of thinking, feeling, and being.
(587) 206-9761 View (587) 206-9761
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Dr. Ottawa Easingwood
Counsellor, RPC, MPCC
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5E
With over 25 years of experience in counselling Dr Ottawa has helped over 2,000+ couples to re-establish and re-direct their relationships. Dr. Ottawa believes that recovery and regaining your relationship is possible. Relationships are always changing but the principals that build and sustain strong relationship do not. Marriage and Couple Relationships require a longterm investment of time and commitment. We celebrate the differences and uniqueness of all relationships and take to heart the success of each of our clients.
With over 25 years of experience in counselling Dr Ottawa has helped over 2,000+ couples to re-establish and re-direct their relationships. Dr. Ottawa believes that recovery and regaining your relationship is possible. Relationships are always changing but the principals that build and sustain strong relationship do not. Marriage and Couple Relationships require a longterm investment of time and commitment. We celebrate the differences and uniqueness of all relationships and take to heart the success of each of our clients.
(825) 445-0170 View (825) 445-0170

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Marriage Counselling

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.