Marriage Counseling Therapists in Tucson, AZ

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Stephanie Neidermyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704
Welcome and thank you for looking at my profile. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and have been working in the field for over 20 years. I work primarily with adults in individual, couples and family therapy. I am also a Certified Sex Therapist and work with individuals and couples struggling with sexual dysfunction. Clients have found my systemic training and orientation to be particularly effective for couples and family therapy or when working on relationship and family of origin issues in individual therapy.
Welcome and thank you for looking at my profile. I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and have been working in the field for over 20 years. I work primarily with adults in individual, couples and family therapy. I am also a Certified Sex Therapist and work with individuals and couples struggling with sexual dysfunction. Clients have found my systemic training and orientation to be particularly effective for couples and family therapy or when working on relationship and family of origin issues in individual therapy.
(520) 827-8204 View (520) 827-8204
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Maureen Olinsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85704
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a certified Gestalt Therapist with 30 years of experience.
For those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief or relationship issues, it is often difficult to find balance and peace. We may at times be unable to find that balance on our own and choose to reach out for support. I see that reaching out as both courageous and healthy. I believe successful therapy is based on a strong relationship between a therapist and a client. You will find that I provide support, safety and a nurturing environment as we explore issues and work together to facilitate growth and self-awareness.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a certified Gestalt Therapist with 30 years of experience.
For those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief or relationship issues, it is often difficult to find balance and peace. We may at times be unable to find that balance on our own and choose to reach out for support. I see that reaching out as both courageous and healthy. I believe successful therapy is based on a strong relationship between a therapist and a client. You will find that I provide support, safety and a nurturing environment as we explore issues and work together to facilitate growth and self-awareness.
(520) 447-3692 View (520) 447-3692
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Carolyn Nordin Bushong
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85742
I'm a dating coach, marriage counselor, psychotherapist, & life coach.
I am Carolyn Bushong, LPC, a Licensed Therapist with 30+ years' experience. As a seasoned therapist with national recognition (Oprah, etc), I have helped countless people develop more satisfying and lasting relationships over the years. If you're single, I can help with online dating & teach you skills to make that deep connection you're looking for. If you're a couple, I will help you identify & resolve issues that will improve your relationship. If you're dealing with life's struggles, I can help you deal with crises & concerns, providing direction through personal therapy and/or life coaching-in person, by phone or video.
I'm a dating coach, marriage counselor, psychotherapist, & life coach.
I am Carolyn Bushong, LPC, a Licensed Therapist with 30+ years' experience. As a seasoned therapist with national recognition (Oprah, etc), I have helped countless people develop more satisfying and lasting relationships over the years. If you're single, I can help with online dating & teach you skills to make that deep connection you're looking for. If you're a couple, I will help you identify & resolve issues that will improve your relationship. If you're dealing with life's struggles, I can help you deal with crises & concerns, providing direction through personal therapy and/or life coaching-in person, by phone or video.
(303) 333-1888 View (303) 333-1888
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Patricia Guido
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85710
Relationship struggles are exhausting. Is your relationship struggling with communication, boundaries, trust, infidelity or another problem that is making it hard to have a fulfilling relationship? Is it a family matter that has become a complicated mess? Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle you can't seem to get out of? Have you tried to change but just seem to find your situation spiraling? I am here to help. My name is Patricia Guido and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Arizona. Together, we can work to get past these roadblocks and toward you having a stronger, deeper connection with your partner.
Relationship struggles are exhausting. Is your relationship struggling with communication, boundaries, trust, infidelity or another problem that is making it hard to have a fulfilling relationship? Is it a family matter that has become a complicated mess? Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle you can't seem to get out of? Have you tried to change but just seem to find your situation spiraling? I am here to help. My name is Patricia Guido and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Arizona. Together, we can work to get past these roadblocks and toward you having a stronger, deeper connection with your partner.
(520) 492-1881 View (520) 492-1881
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Debra Marshall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LAMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704  (Online Only)
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I look through a systems lens.
I specialize in families/couples, and I am an Idaho licensed LMFT and Arizona licensed LAMFT. Often clients seek therapy because they have become stuck. Sometimes relationships begin great, but life/situations cause a change to happen. We all have personal challenges, have stressful periods, or go through traumatic times. The desire to seek help to explore and process these problems can open the door to positive growth. I believe in the healing power of relationships: no matter the wounds, if all parties are willing to heal, I will help.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I look through a systems lens.
I specialize in families/couples, and I am an Idaho licensed LMFT and Arizona licensed LAMFT. Often clients seek therapy because they have become stuck. Sometimes relationships begin great, but life/situations cause a change to happen. We all have personal challenges, have stressful periods, or go through traumatic times. The desire to seek help to explore and process these problems can open the door to positive growth. I believe in the healing power of relationships: no matter the wounds, if all parties are willing to heal, I will help.
(520) 231-8485 View (520) 231-8485
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Entune Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LISAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712
Entune Behavioral Health is a team of licensed therapists that provide individual, couples, and family therapy to clients ages 18 and up. Our therapists address a myriad of conditions, including generalized anxiety, depression, trauma, marital counseling, substance use and abuse, major life transitions and serious mental illness. Entune Behavioral Health's therapists are specially trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapy for trauma, MI (motivational interviewing), and SFBT (solution-focused brief therapy.
Entune Behavioral Health is a team of licensed therapists that provide individual, couples, and family therapy to clients ages 18 and up. Our therapists address a myriad of conditions, including generalized anxiety, depression, trauma, marital counseling, substance use and abuse, major life transitions and serious mental illness. Entune Behavioral Health's therapists are specially trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapy for trauma, MI (motivational interviewing), and SFBT (solution-focused brief therapy.
(520) 492-0300 View (520) 492-0300
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David Hervey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85704
Having worked in the mental health field for 9+ years and presently as a Senior Social Worker at a government agency, I have helped patients with a diverse array of both severe and chronic problems to include depression, anxiety, addiction, insomnia, suicidal ideation, self-directed violence, chronic pain, marital conflict, parenting difficulties, and diverse traumas to include sexual and military traumas. My ideal client is one who is willing to have a guided conversation, is receptive to feedback, and who completes between-session work. Most of my clients have a goal to decrease depression and anxiety and improve mood.
Having worked in the mental health field for 9+ years and presently as a Senior Social Worker at a government agency, I have helped patients with a diverse array of both severe and chronic problems to include depression, anxiety, addiction, insomnia, suicidal ideation, self-directed violence, chronic pain, marital conflict, parenting difficulties, and diverse traumas to include sexual and military traumas. My ideal client is one who is willing to have a guided conversation, is receptive to feedback, and who completes between-session work. Most of my clients have a goal to decrease depression and anxiety and improve mood.
(520) 277-8677 View (520) 277-8677
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Bina Breitner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712  (Online Only)
Since my post-master's training and license are in marriage and family therapy, I see people as part of their "systems" -- their history, family, culture, beliefs, current relationships and jobs.
My job is to help people live more happily. I listen on several levels, so we can understand together what is troubling you, what you would really like to be and to do, what might be holding you back, how your relationships could provide richer and safer support, and what matters most in your life. I practice in Tucson AZ, and find phone and Skype sessions to be very productive. I'm licensed in New Mexico and Massachusetts as well as in Arizona.
Since my post-master's training and license are in marriage and family therapy, I see people as part of their "systems" -- their history, family, culture, beliefs, current relationships and jobs.
My job is to help people live more happily. I listen on several levels, so we can understand together what is troubling you, what you would really like to be and to do, what might be holding you back, how your relationships could provide richer and safer support, and what matters most in your life. I practice in Tucson AZ, and find phone and Skype sessions to be very productive. I'm licensed in New Mexico and Massachusetts as well as in Arizona.
(520) 329-2450 View (520) 329-2450
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Ryan Campbell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I approach therapy from a systemic lens knowing that we are all part of larger systems, whether that be families, couples, neighborhoods, or co-workers.
Coming to a therapist can be intimidating and it takes a lot of courage. It is my hope to provide you with a comfortable, safe, and accepting environment. Whether it’s just you, your family, or you and your partner, I want everyone to feel supported as we work on your treatment goals. As a systemic therapist, I help families and couples learn to communicate more effectively, resolve conflict, and deepen connection in their relationships. I also work with individuals to be more aware of thoughts, opinions, and beliefs that have developed over years of life experience, and how those impact their current view of the world around them.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I approach therapy from a systemic lens knowing that we are all part of larger systems, whether that be families, couples, neighborhoods, or co-workers.
Coming to a therapist can be intimidating and it takes a lot of courage. It is my hope to provide you with a comfortable, safe, and accepting environment. Whether it’s just you, your family, or you and your partner, I want everyone to feel supported as we work on your treatment goals. As a systemic therapist, I help families and couples learn to communicate more effectively, resolve conflict, and deepen connection in their relationships. I also work with individuals to be more aware of thoughts, opinions, and beliefs that have developed over years of life experience, and how those impact their current view of the world around them.
(520) 317-7239 View (520) 317-7239
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Virginia Pope
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85718  (Online Only)
Hey there! Many of us can benefit from having a therapist help navigate our everyday challenges. Whatever your reason for seeking therapy, I am grateful you are reading my profile and considering me. I work heavily with emotions and focus on understanding the “why” behind our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. So, if you find yourself trying to understand those on a deeper level, I believe we would be a great fit! I received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University. I also have my Graduate Certificate in Play Therapy from Capella University.
Hey there! Many of us can benefit from having a therapist help navigate our everyday challenges. Whatever your reason for seeking therapy, I am grateful you are reading my profile and considering me. I work heavily with emotions and focus on understanding the “why” behind our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. So, if you find yourself trying to understand those on a deeper level, I believe we would be a great fit! I received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northcentral University. I also have my Graduate Certificate in Play Therapy from Capella University.
(520) 341-6293 View (520) 341-6293
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Carolyn Wesson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85718
I use the wisdom from all sorts of therapies, in particular Emotional Intelligence neuroscience and the marriage findings of expert, John Gottman.
I can help you solve problems and achieve the quality of life and love you want. I am able to find solutions to a pressing crisis (for example, an ongoing or just discovered affair), as well as do in-depth psychotherapy. I have a 98% success rate with couples, including those in which there has been an affair. Whatever problem you're dealing with, I will be clear, active, specific, and practical in my suggestions. I enjoy working with all ethnicities, middle-aged, elders, marriages including medical marriages. I am rated as one of the top five therapists by many agencies. Be assured I will return your call within four hours.
I use the wisdom from all sorts of therapies, in particular Emotional Intelligence neuroscience and the marriage findings of expert, John Gottman.
I can help you solve problems and achieve the quality of life and love you want. I am able to find solutions to a pressing crisis (for example, an ongoing or just discovered affair), as well as do in-depth psychotherapy. I have a 98% success rate with couples, including those in which there has been an affair. Whatever problem you're dealing with, I will be clear, active, specific, and practical in my suggestions. I enjoy working with all ethnicities, middle-aged, elders, marriages including medical marriages. I am rated as one of the top five therapists by many agencies. Be assured I will return your call within four hours.
(520) 448-4328 View (520) 448-4328
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Krista M Galindo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience treating anxiety, depression, life changes, grief, trauma, marital issues, parenting issues, and blended families.
Hope Centered Counseling provides a safe space for our clients. Our principle mission is to help our clients to overcome life’s obstacles through talk therapy coupled with a personalized program to increase resilience, cultivate solace, and find hope again.
I have experience treating anxiety, depression, life changes, grief, trauma, marital issues, parenting issues, and blended families.
Hope Centered Counseling provides a safe space for our clients. Our principle mission is to help our clients to overcome life’s obstacles through talk therapy coupled with a personalized program to increase resilience, cultivate solace, and find hope again.
(520) 457-5593 View (520) 457-5593
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Samar Adi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85704
Waitlist for new clients
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with experience working with trauma, I can help with exploring the different layers of your life to help you understand yourself and your needs.
Morning availability only. Interested in exploring yourself, your world and starting to make the changes you want in different areas of life? I enjoy working with people who find themselves at a crossroads between keeping things the way they have been or doing the work in therapy to process, learn, and grow. If you find yourself struggling with transitions, new responsibilities, self-doubt, uncertainty about the future, communication and relationship distress, I'd love to work with you!
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with experience working with trauma, I can help with exploring the different layers of your life to help you understand yourself and your needs.
Morning availability only. Interested in exploring yourself, your world and starting to make the changes you want in different areas of life? I enjoy working with people who find themselves at a crossroads between keeping things the way they have been or doing the work in therapy to process, learn, and grow. If you find yourself struggling with transitions, new responsibilities, self-doubt, uncertainty about the future, communication and relationship distress, I'd love to work with you!
(520) 210-4638 View (520) 210-4638
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Renewal Centers, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704
Renewal Centers' Providers include Associate Level Professional Counselors, Licenced Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists and an Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor as well as Interns to meet the needs of our clients.
Renewal Centers, Inc is a non-profit, faith-based, counseling center dedicated to bringing health and healing to our community. Renewal Centers' Providers are educated, compassionate and thoughtful, with a proven track record of helping people find solutions to life's challenges. We work with couples, families and individuals to bring about hope and healing in all situations. We currently have 3 locations (NW (Oracle and Ina) Tucson, East Broadway in Tucson, and Green Valley/Sahuarita).
Renewal Centers' Providers include Associate Level Professional Counselors, Licenced Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists and an Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor as well as Interns to meet the needs of our clients.
Renewal Centers, Inc is a non-profit, faith-based, counseling center dedicated to bringing health and healing to our community. Renewal Centers' Providers are educated, compassionate and thoughtful, with a proven track record of helping people find solutions to life's challenges. We work with couples, families and individuals to bring about hope and healing in all situations. We currently have 3 locations (NW (Oracle and Ina) Tucson, East Broadway in Tucson, and Green Valley/Sahuarita).
(520) 394-6562 View (520) 394-6562
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Judy Brevaire
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85710
I am a dedicated therapist at SonderCare Behavioral Health, specializing in providing support to adults facing a range of mental health challenges, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief and loss, intense anger, trauma, and OCD. I am also a trained marriage and family therapist able to assist couples and families with relationship issues.
I am a dedicated therapist at SonderCare Behavioral Health, specializing in providing support to adults facing a range of mental health challenges, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief and loss, intense anger, trauma, and OCD. I am also a trained marriage and family therapist able to assist couples and families with relationship issues.
(520) 523-3485 View (520) 523-3485
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Donald Jan Miretsky
Counselor, MEd, LPC, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704  (Online Only)
I have thirty-five years of professional experience with in-patient and outpatient settings. I served as clinical director for a behavioral health program in a state-wide agency for 19 years, was adjunct faculty/family therapy supervisor at the University of Arizona in the psychology department for 11 years, and a family therapy seminar lecturer in the department of psychiatry for seven years. I have presented at local, state,and national conferences as well as consulted and trained for multiple private and state agencies. I specialize in child and family therapy as well as adult and marital/couples issues.
I have thirty-five years of professional experience with in-patient and outpatient settings. I served as clinical director for a behavioral health program in a state-wide agency for 19 years, was adjunct faculty/family therapy supervisor at the University of Arizona in the psychology department for 11 years, and a family therapy seminar lecturer in the department of psychiatry for seven years. I have presented at local, state,and national conferences as well as consulted and trained for multiple private and state agencies. I specialize in child and family therapy as well as adult and marital/couples issues.
(520) 216-5733 View (520) 216-5733
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Frances R Bernfeld
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85718
The complexities of families and relationships have intrigued me ever since I was a young girl. Even after 30+ years of practice in the field of Marriage and Family Therapy, I'm still intrigued and challenged to find creative ways to solve the difficulties we all encounter in our relationships with others. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Arizona I have been a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) since 1981. I am a Past President of the Arizona Division of AAMFT. I am in private practice working with individuals, couples and families.
The complexities of families and relationships have intrigued me ever since I was a young girl. Even after 30+ years of practice in the field of Marriage and Family Therapy, I'm still intrigued and challenged to find creative ways to solve the difficulties we all encounter in our relationships with others. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Arizona I have been a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) since 1981. I am a Past President of the Arizona Division of AAMFT. I am in private practice working with individuals, couples and families.
(520) 704-6756 View (520) 704-6756
Zamora Counseling
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85745
Am I the right therapist for You? While you are here researching the best therapist for you, please consider the following five benefits of my practice: 1. Counseling for a wide range of issues such as: Depression, Anxiety, Marriage, Divorce, Parenting, Relationships. 2. Individual, Couples, and Teen/Adolescent Therapy. 3. 14 Years Experience in Tucson, AZ. 4. Bilingual: I am fluent in English and Spanish 5. Convenient Location: My practice is just minutes from I-10/Downtown Tucson.
Am I the right therapist for You? While you are here researching the best therapist for you, please consider the following five benefits of my practice: 1. Counseling for a wide range of issues such as: Depression, Anxiety, Marriage, Divorce, Parenting, Relationships. 2. Individual, Couples, and Teen/Adolescent Therapy. 3. 14 Years Experience in Tucson, AZ. 4. Bilingual: I am fluent in English and Spanish 5. Convenient Location: My practice is just minutes from I-10/Downtown Tucson.
(520) 366-8089 View (520) 366-8089
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Devin Gorman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712  (Online Only)
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Devin excels in working with couples and families to strengthen the bonds between loved ones.
Devin has been in the field for over 10 years. She has worked in group therapy, inpatient, residential and outpatient treatment settings. Devin enjoys guiding clients to explore their capacity for positive change through increased awareness, with emphasis on the client’s unique needs and behavioral patterns. Devin believes individuals have the ability to transform themselves and their environment by confronting difficult truths and seeing themselves as valuable and capable.
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Devin excels in working with couples and families to strengthen the bonds between loved ones.
Devin has been in the field for over 10 years. She has worked in group therapy, inpatient, residential and outpatient treatment settings. Devin enjoys guiding clients to explore their capacity for positive change through increased awareness, with emphasis on the client’s unique needs and behavioral patterns. Devin believes individuals have the ability to transform themselves and their environment by confronting difficult truths and seeing themselves as valuable and capable.
(520) 210-4820 View (520) 210-4820
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Azita Abtin
Psychologist, PsyD, CADC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712
I have extensive experience with individual, couples and families, using systemic, psychodynamic and CBT, based on the client's needs. Experienced in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse/dependence, codependency, adjustment and grief issues, divorce, relationship and personal growth issues for the last 25 years. I have assisted veterans and active duty personnel and their families since I was an Air Force officer. The Couples Manual published by Amazon increases the therapeutic gains from the regular or video or telephonic sessions for all patients. I was honored as the Top 3 Marriage Counselors by Tree Best Rated Group.
I have extensive experience with individual, couples and families, using systemic, psychodynamic and CBT, based on the client's needs. Experienced in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse/dependence, codependency, adjustment and grief issues, divorce, relationship and personal growth issues for the last 25 years. I have assisted veterans and active duty personnel and their families since I was an Air Force officer. The Couples Manual published by Amazon increases the therapeutic gains from the regular or video or telephonic sessions for all patients. I was honored as the Top 3 Marriage Counselors by Tree Best Rated Group.
(520) 221-4197 View (520) 221-4197
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Marriage Counseling Therapists

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.