Couples Counseling Therapists in Williams, AZ

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Ron Paul
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Williams, AZ 86046
I guide people to overcome: Anxiety,Depression, Couples / Relationship Issues, Life Challenges, Social Phobias, Substance Abuse / Addictions, Trauma.
I see the work that I do with my clients as a journey, an inner journey, to help clients discover why they sometimes think, feel, and act in unsatisfying ways. My objective is to encourage them to use their strengths and resources to rediscover the whole and complete person that is their authentic self. Through this journey, I strive to help clients achieve the change required to view things differently and to live a more joyful and peaceful existence with meaning and purpose.
I guide people to overcome: Anxiety,Depression, Couples / Relationship Issues, Life Challenges, Social Phobias, Substance Abuse / Addictions, Trauma.
I see the work that I do with my clients as a journey, an inner journey, to help clients discover why they sometimes think, feel, and act in unsatisfying ways. My objective is to encourage them to use their strengths and resources to rediscover the whole and complete person that is their authentic self. Through this journey, I strive to help clients achieve the change required to view things differently and to live a more joyful and peaceful existence with meaning and purpose.
(928) 379-6272 View (928) 379-6272
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Prescott Relationship Center, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Williams, AZ 86046
We use evidence-based treatment methods that research shows to be highly effective in helping clients improve themselves and their relationship to resolve conflicts, repair trust, and feel safe, loved, and connected.
Offices in Prescott, Flagstaff, and Online! As relationship experts, we understand the pain, anxiety, depression, and anger that can result from conflictual relationships. We specialize in helping couples stop the pain and conflict so they can feel connected, safe, and appreciated in their relationship. We also work with individuals working through past or current relationship injuries as well!
We use evidence-based treatment methods that research shows to be highly effective in helping clients improve themselves and their relationship to resolve conflicts, repair trust, and feel safe, loved, and connected.
Offices in Prescott, Flagstaff, and Online! As relationship experts, we understand the pain, anxiety, depression, and anger that can result from conflictual relationships. We specialize in helping couples stop the pain and conflict so they can feel connected, safe, and appreciated in their relationship. We also work with individuals working through past or current relationship injuries as well!
(928) 420-8300 View (928) 420-8300

Online Therapists

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Martha LaRosa Scranton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Parks, AZ 86018  (Online Only)
INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, FAMILIES.
I strive to provide a safe & sacred space for you to explore issues that may be troubling you. Together we will look at how your conscious & sub-conscious mind may be interfering or supporting you in living the life you want to live. I offer a variety of methods. Together we will find the method or combination of methods that work best for you. My counseling style is supportive and non-confrontational. I take an ecological approach and will work with you and those you would like involved in your treatment as desired or needed.
INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, FAMILIES.
I strive to provide a safe & sacred space for you to explore issues that may be troubling you. Together we will look at how your conscious & sub-conscious mind may be interfering or supporting you in living the life you want to live. I offer a variety of methods. Together we will find the method or combination of methods that work best for you. My counseling style is supportive and non-confrontational. I take an ecological approach and will work with you and those you would like involved in your treatment as desired or needed.
(928) 248-8400 View (928) 248-8400
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Philip Charles Matosich
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Prescott, AZ 86303
Philip offers individual, couples, and family therapy.
Philip is a Licensed Associate Counselor with a passion for working with individuals, couples, and families who have been impacted by substance use disorders and process addictions. He also specializes in a wide range of mental and behavioral health issues including but not limited to the treatment of anger management related issues, trauma and dissociative disorders, anxiety, depression, and self esteem related problems.
Philip offers individual, couples, and family therapy.
Philip is a Licensed Associate Counselor with a passion for working with individuals, couples, and families who have been impacted by substance use disorders and process addictions. He also specializes in a wide range of mental and behavioral health issues including but not limited to the treatment of anger management related issues, trauma and dissociative disorders, anxiety, depression, and self esteem related problems.
(928) 655-6927 View (928) 655-6927
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Hillsong View Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSWC, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Prescott, AZ 86301  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10 years experience working with adults and couples.
Welcome to the new you! Change can be hard but with the right support and direction in therapy, change is possible. I want to support you in your goals and believe that therapy is an opportunity for self reflection, growth, empowerment and healing. You are the expert in your experience and as your therapist, I am here to help you live a more fulfilling and healthy life. I strive to provide a positive therapy experience and encouraging and supportive. An ideal client is someone who is contemplating change but maybe isn't sure where to begin in the process.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10 years experience working with adults and couples.
Welcome to the new you! Change can be hard but with the right support and direction in therapy, change is possible. I want to support you in your goals and believe that therapy is an opportunity for self reflection, growth, empowerment and healing. You are the expert in your experience and as your therapist, I am here to help you live a more fulfilling and healthy life. I strive to provide a positive therapy experience and encouraging and supportive. An ideal client is someone who is contemplating change but maybe isn't sure where to begin in the process.
(928) 877-8725 View (928) 877-8725
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Shay Zimmer LCSW-S
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
I have worked with individuals and couples contending with depression, anxiety, anger, mood instability, substance abuse, finding purpose and meaning, grief and loss, low self-esteem, and relationship dynamics with partners, friends, family and coworkers.
While experiencing pain is a part of the human experience, long term suffering does not have to be. Life brings with it a rich and vast set of experiences which can include complex and confusing family dynamics, navigating relationships, death of a loved one or an animal, an end of a relationship or friendship and existential questions around who we are, what our purpose(s) are in life and why we matter. For some people these existential questions and the emotions that accompany them have come closer to awareness in the face of climate change.
I have worked with individuals and couples contending with depression, anxiety, anger, mood instability, substance abuse, finding purpose and meaning, grief and loss, low self-esteem, and relationship dynamics with partners, friends, family and coworkers.
While experiencing pain is a part of the human experience, long term suffering does not have to be. Life brings with it a rich and vast set of experiences which can include complex and confusing family dynamics, navigating relationships, death of a loved one or an animal, an end of a relationship or friendship and existential questions around who we are, what our purpose(s) are in life and why we matter. For some people these existential questions and the emotions that accompany them have come closer to awareness in the face of climate change.
(928) 599-7949 View (928) 599-7949
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Timothy Shetter
Registered Psychotherapist, MSMFT, CLC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Prescott, AZ 86301
Men come to Experience Hope Counseling to engage in our "Strong Husbands" program by themselves, or with their partner (sometimes, their partners even come by themselves first).
MARRIAGE COUNSELING (office & video conference) that's SAFE and APPEALING for MEN. We specialize with couples wanting a "Man-Friendly" approach designed to help connect, grow, and solve the ongoing relational problems that continuously drain the love out of their relationships. We help you learn (and effectively use) the tools needed for effective communication and problem solving. Feeling Stuck? Feeling Blamed? Experiencing failure and shame? Anger? Unfortunately, regular counseling approaches often lead us men to feel more of the same, leading us to shut down even further (or get Angry)...
Men come to Experience Hope Counseling to engage in our "Strong Husbands" program by themselves, or with their partner (sometimes, their partners even come by themselves first).
MARRIAGE COUNSELING (office & video conference) that's SAFE and APPEALING for MEN. We specialize with couples wanting a "Man-Friendly" approach designed to help connect, grow, and solve the ongoing relational problems that continuously drain the love out of their relationships. We help you learn (and effectively use) the tools needed for effective communication and problem solving. Feeling Stuck? Feeling Blamed? Experiencing failure and shame? Anger? Unfortunately, regular counseling approaches often lead us men to feel more of the same, leading us to shut down even further (or get Angry)...
(928) 582-6439 View (928) 582-6439
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Resilient Brain Prescott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prescott, AZ 86301
Even if you are unsure, or on the fence about counseling, I can help you explore the unpleasant symptoms you are having, and introduce you to Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), CBT, DBT skills, couples therapy, and ways to increase your mindfulness.
I have worked in the mental health field in Prescott for nearly 25 years and enjoy working with the adult population including couples. I hold a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling and am trained in EMDR therapy. I have several years experience using Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT and DBT-s). In addition to EMDR therapy, I work from multiple theories including person centered, CBT, trauma informed careI , as well, I am Level 2 trained in couples counseling through The Gottman Institute.
Even if you are unsure, or on the fence about counseling, I can help you explore the unpleasant symptoms you are having, and introduce you to Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), CBT, DBT skills, couples therapy, and ways to increase your mindfulness.
I have worked in the mental health field in Prescott for nearly 25 years and enjoy working with the adult population including couples. I hold a master's degree in clinical mental health counseling and am trained in EMDR therapy. I have several years experience using Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT and DBT-s). In addition to EMDR therapy, I work from multiple theories including person centered, CBT, trauma informed careI , as well, I am Level 2 trained in couples counseling through The Gottman Institute.
(928) 223-4296 View (928) 223-4296
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Laura Fallon
Counselor, LAC, MS
Verified Verified
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
I use an integrative approach to my work with individual adults, teens, and couples.
There are many reasons to be in therapy, no two people need the same thing. My approach to therapy is similar, tailored to what an individual needs at that moment in their life. Some come to therapy to gain support for a particular challenge or shift in their life. Some come to therapy to understand themselves better- why do they do, think, feel the way they do? Some want to process trauma, something that has happened to them that has impacted the way they live their lives. Everyone is different, and everyone needs support at different times of their lives. I provide a non-judgemental witness to where you are right now.
I use an integrative approach to my work with individual adults, teens, and couples.
There are many reasons to be in therapy, no two people need the same thing. My approach to therapy is similar, tailored to what an individual needs at that moment in their life. Some come to therapy to gain support for a particular challenge or shift in their life. Some come to therapy to understand themselves better- why do they do, think, feel the way they do? Some want to process trauma, something that has happened to them that has impacted the way they live their lives. Everyone is different, and everyone needs support at different times of their lives. I provide a non-judgemental witness to where you are right now.
(928) 248-8596 View (928) 248-8596
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Dr. Della S. Lusk (Psypact)
Psychologist, PSYPACT, PhD
Verified Verified
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
The Arizona Behavioral Health Associates provide comprehensive treatment programs for clients seeking guidance through changes and difficulties in their lives. Our providers have extensive experience in counseling children, adolescents and families. Dr. Della Lusk's practice focuses primarily on individual psychotherapy, but she also offers group, couples and family counseling. Our practice also offers services by Licensed Professional Counselors and Psychology Interns.
The Arizona Behavioral Health Associates provide comprehensive treatment programs for clients seeking guidance through changes and difficulties in their lives. Our providers have extensive experience in counseling children, adolescents and families. Dr. Della Lusk's practice focuses primarily on individual psychotherapy, but she also offers group, couples and family counseling. Our practice also offers services by Licensed Professional Counselors and Psychology Interns.
(928) 774-7997 View (928) 774-7997
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LaTricia (Trish) Haver
Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Prescott, AZ 86301
I also provide trauma focused couples and family therapy.
I help my clients recover from both recent and past traumatic events. My typical clientele includes first responders, combat veterans, refugees, immigrants, and child abuse survivors. I also work with clients who have experienced betrayal trauma caused by infidelity and late life divorce. My experience treating first responders and combat veterans gives me unique insight and perspective. I help clients lower anxiety and boost their overall mood. My trauma based approach to therapy helps clients find relief from intrusive memories, thoughts, and emotions caused by circumstances that were outside of the client’s control.
I also provide trauma focused couples and family therapy.
I help my clients recover from both recent and past traumatic events. My typical clientele includes first responders, combat veterans, refugees, immigrants, and child abuse survivors. I also work with clients who have experienced betrayal trauma caused by infidelity and late life divorce. My experience treating first responders and combat veterans gives me unique insight and perspective. I help clients lower anxiety and boost their overall mood. My trauma based approach to therapy helps clients find relief from intrusive memories, thoughts, and emotions caused by circumstances that were outside of the client’s control.
(928) 371-7630 View (928) 371-7630
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Kathryn Fenster
Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
In my free time I strive to balance rest & rejuvenation through gardening, reading, backpacking, hiking, snowboarding, and watching netflix with my spouse and dogs.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor license. I earned my BA in Anthropology and Mathematics from Grinnell College and my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from South Dakota State University. I am EMDR trained, DC 0-5 trained, and have extensive training in play therapy, including neurobiology, brain development and trauma. I take a trauma informed approach to counseling, working to understand the impacts of past experiences and increasing your ability to live life as your authentic self.
In my free time I strive to balance rest & rejuvenation through gardening, reading, backpacking, hiking, snowboarding, and watching netflix with my spouse and dogs.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor license. I earned my BA in Anthropology and Mathematics from Grinnell College and my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from South Dakota State University. I am EMDR trained, DC 0-5 trained, and have extensive training in play therapy, including neurobiology, brain development and trauma. I take a trauma informed approach to counseling, working to understand the impacts of past experiences and increasing your ability to live life as your authentic self.
(928) 612-3673 View (928) 612-3673
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David J Jecmen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flagstaff, AZ 86005
I really enjoy working with marriage/family/parent-child relationships in a safe, non-judgmental way that opens up communication and eases tension/conflict. In therapy, I'm active, direct, integrative/creative, encouraging, and compassionate. I engage with you as a partner in identifying what works for you, acting on it, and following through. I enjoy coordinating treatment with other providers/helpers/support people. I'm skilled in working with gifted/talented individuals, soul-searching, and addiction/recovery. I have a passion for what I do, and I live it as a vocation/calling not just a job.
I really enjoy working with marriage/family/parent-child relationships in a safe, non-judgmental way that opens up communication and eases tension/conflict. In therapy, I'm active, direct, integrative/creative, encouraging, and compassionate. I engage with you as a partner in identifying what works for you, acting on it, and following through. I enjoy coordinating treatment with other providers/helpers/support people. I'm skilled in working with gifted/talented individuals, soul-searching, and addiction/recovery. I have a passion for what I do, and I live it as a vocation/calling not just a job.
(480) 442-3966 View (480) 442-3966
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Cristina Piastrini
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Flagstaff, AZ 86001  (Online Only)
Cristina is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than a decade of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families address unresolved trauma, life transitions, and life stressors to achieve optimal wellness in multiple areas of their lives. Cristina practices evidence-based practices, and is engaged in continuous exploration of research of effective therapy practices. Cristina completed her Master in Counseling at Northern Arizona University. Prior to becoming a counselor, Cristina completed her graduate studies in Anthropology and worked as an anthropologist.
Cristina is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than a decade of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families address unresolved trauma, life transitions, and life stressors to achieve optimal wellness in multiple areas of their lives. Cristina practices evidence-based practices, and is engaged in continuous exploration of research of effective therapy practices. Cristina completed her Master in Counseling at Northern Arizona University. Prior to becoming a counselor, Cristina completed her graduate studies in Anthropology and worked as an anthropologist.
(928) 955-4773 View (928) 955-4773
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Moyer Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Learn to navigate the relationship with your Self.
Are you or a family member struggling with a partner, parent, child, or with your relationship with your self? Is anxiety, depression, uncertainty, overwhelm or balancing all of life's commitments presenting challenges for your everyday functioning? Managing everything life throws our way can be frustrating, frightening, depressing and anxiety producing. Relationships are one of the most rewarding parts of our lives and they can also be one of the most challenging endeavors we pursue. It is a sign of strength to ask for help! Including a licensed professional can provide insight to improve your relationships.
Learn to navigate the relationship with your Self.
Are you or a family member struggling with a partner, parent, child, or with your relationship with your self? Is anxiety, depression, uncertainty, overwhelm or balancing all of life's commitments presenting challenges for your everyday functioning? Managing everything life throws our way can be frustrating, frightening, depressing and anxiety producing. Relationships are one of the most rewarding parts of our lives and they can also be one of the most challenging endeavors we pursue. It is a sign of strength to ask for help! Including a licensed professional can provide insight to improve your relationships.
(928) 236-5439 View (928) 236-5439
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Florence Rosiello, PhD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sedona, AZ 86336
Certificate in Individual Treatment & Couples Counseling, ICP/NY.
After 30+ years practicing psychotherapy and marriage counseling, I still find relationships issues to be a major reason why people come to therapy. Relationships can sometimes be too emotionally merged, or too emotionally distant and isolating (however, there are times when relationships feel both merged and isolating all at the same time). My focus is on helping people realize and alter emotional issues that pop up over and over again and consistently inhibit relationships. Sometimes we know we're stuck or lost in a relationship, but we just can't figure out...any way 'out' of what we feel.
Certificate in Individual Treatment & Couples Counseling, ICP/NY.
After 30+ years practicing psychotherapy and marriage counseling, I still find relationships issues to be a major reason why people come to therapy. Relationships can sometimes be too emotionally merged, or too emotionally distant and isolating (however, there are times when relationships feel both merged and isolating all at the same time). My focus is on helping people realize and alter emotional issues that pop up over and over again and consistently inhibit relationships. Sometimes we know we're stuck or lost in a relationship, but we just can't figure out...any way 'out' of what we feel.
(646) 798-2589 View (646) 798-2589
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Mariposa Counseling LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LISAC
Verified Verified
Prescott, AZ 86305
Our specialties include substance abuse, anger management, depression, anxiety, relationships, self-image, stress, suicide and harm reduction, and family/ couples counseling, .
Mariposa Counseling LLC. was founded in 2019 to help fill the need for counseling services in the Prescott area. The company is managed by Adam Rogers, a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor with a graduate degree in addiction counseling. Mariposa Counseling LLC. (MCL) serves the needs of men and women living in Prescott, Arizona and neighboring towns. Mariposa Counseling strives to help people find and keep healthy attitudes and behavior. Founder Adam Rogers believes that the paths to happiness and success exist in every individual. At Mariposa Counseling, the goal is to help you find your path.
Our specialties include substance abuse, anger management, depression, anxiety, relationships, self-image, stress, suicide and harm reduction, and family/ couples counseling, .
Mariposa Counseling LLC. was founded in 2019 to help fill the need for counseling services in the Prescott area. The company is managed by Adam Rogers, a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor with a graduate degree in addiction counseling. Mariposa Counseling LLC. (MCL) serves the needs of men and women living in Prescott, Arizona and neighboring towns. Mariposa Counseling strives to help people find and keep healthy attitudes and behavior. Founder Adam Rogers believes that the paths to happiness and success exist in every individual. At Mariposa Counseling, the goal is to help you find your path.
(928) 404-0432 View (928) 404-0432
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Anna E McClaugherty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP, CEDS
Verified Verified
Flagstaff, AZ 86004  (Online Only)
I believe that we heal in the context of relationship.
Anna specializes in working with couples, individuals healing from eating disorders, families, members of the LGBTQIA community, survivors of trauma, individuals facing life transitions, chronic medical conditions, and a variety of mood disorders, particularly long-term depression and anxiety. Anna is committed to the deep work of healing through the body and would be honored to assist you on your self-growth journey.
I believe that we heal in the context of relationship.
Anna specializes in working with couples, individuals healing from eating disorders, families, members of the LGBTQIA community, survivors of trauma, individuals facing life transitions, chronic medical conditions, and a variety of mood disorders, particularly long-term depression and anxiety. Anna is committed to the deep work of healing through the body and would be honored to assist you on your self-growth journey.
(928) 212-2708 View (928) 212-2708
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Gretchen Slover
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD, MALaw
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
When you find yourself needing a divorce, and as a couple, you want to end the relationship on your terms, you can turn to me for Divorce Mediation. Often clients possess the means to resolving issues and they just need a little help to arrive there. I offer sound solutions after problems are identified. Let me also serve as your independent mediator for child custody. Designed to assist an already overburdened court system it is the logical process to choose.
When you find yourself needing a divorce, and as a couple, you want to end the relationship on your terms, you can turn to me for Divorce Mediation. Often clients possess the means to resolving issues and they just need a little help to arrive there. I offer sound solutions after problems are identified. Let me also serve as your independent mediator for child custody. Designed to assist an already overburdened court system it is the logical process to choose.
(928) 267-6104 View (928) 267-6104
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Erin Catherine Hastings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sedona, AZ 86336
Waitlist for new clients
I treat individuals, couples, and families.
My hope is to create a safe, supportive environment in which you can explore your emotions and examine barriers that are preventing you from living the life that you want to live. I work using a style of fostering trust and authenticity. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is at the core of beginning the process of change. Together we can discover what you value and how to live a life that honors those values on a daily basis.
I treat individuals, couples, and families.
My hope is to create a safe, supportive environment in which you can explore your emotions and examine barriers that are preventing you from living the life that you want to live. I work using a style of fostering trust and authenticity. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is at the core of beginning the process of change. Together we can discover what you value and how to live a life that honors those values on a daily basis.
(928) 249-8201 View (928) 249-8201
Couples Counseling Therapists

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.