Therapists in San Bernardino County, CA

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Maxine Blanche Langdon Starr
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
I like to think of my client as the expert of their own situation. I cherish and appreciate the opportunity to experience a person's life story from their perspective. I work mostly with women, adolescents, and young adults. I specialize in working with anyone who may be undergoing a transitional period in their life; whether it be a job loss or gain, stress or anxiety within their school, career, or profession, a relationship change, or uncertainty about their next step in life. I work from a collaborative, caring and understanding alliance.
I like to think of my client as the expert of their own situation. I cherish and appreciate the opportunity to experience a person's life story from their perspective. I work mostly with women, adolescents, and young adults. I specialize in working with anyone who may be undergoing a transitional period in their life; whether it be a job loss or gain, stress or anxiety within their school, career, or profession, a relationship change, or uncertainty about their next step in life. I work from a collaborative, caring and understanding alliance.
(909) 474-7616 View (909) 474-7616
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Thaddeus Wicki
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Redlands, CA 92374
In therapy I will not only provide you with a support but also will assist you in developing problem-solving skills, change problem behaviors and enhance coping strategies for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, grief, stress management and anger.
"Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending" - Maria Robinson. Today can be the day when you take the first step towards change or it can be the time when you decide to enter a path of growth and well-being. As a therapist, my goal will be to help you in finding wellness and to uncover your true potential. While no one has life without difficult situations or no one can't change their past, still everyone has the ability to learn from their past and the ability resolve current challenges in life.
In therapy I will not only provide you with a support but also will assist you in developing problem-solving skills, change problem behaviors and enhance coping strategies for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, grief, stress management and anger.
"Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending" - Maria Robinson. Today can be the day when you take the first step towards change or it can be the time when you decide to enter a path of growth and well-being. As a therapist, my goal will be to help you in finding wellness and to uncover your true potential. While no one has life without difficult situations or no one can't change their past, still everyone has the ability to learn from their past and the ability resolve current challenges in life.
(909) 480-3785 View (909) 480-3785
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Anna Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Victorville, CA 92392
Voted Best Family Therapist in 2021! Our therapists assist individuals, couples, parent/child dyadic relations, family systems, other traditional/non-traditional relationships (ethical non-monogamy). Get assistance with healing in a safe "neutral" space. We listen to your concerns, identify core-rooted issues, and generational patterns that contribute to maladaptive behaviors and patterns. We are culturally competent in Mexican/American, Filipino, and/or African American families. We are LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists.
Voted Best Family Therapist in 2021! Our therapists assist individuals, couples, parent/child dyadic relations, family systems, other traditional/non-traditional relationships (ethical non-monogamy). Get assistance with healing in a safe "neutral" space. We listen to your concerns, identify core-rooted issues, and generational patterns that contribute to maladaptive behaviors and patterns. We are culturally competent in Mexican/American, Filipino, and/or African American families. We are LGBTQIA+ affirming therapists.
(442) 233-3541 View (442) 233-3541
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Amanda Coronado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
I am skilled in working with a wide range of struggles that many individuals, and couples face.
Life can be messy, some seasons deplete us of all that we have, and it can feel impossible to navigate it all, at times. Overcoming the seasons and trials in life can be emotionally draining and oftentimes very discouraging. You do not have to do it alone, and you do not have to have all of the answers. One of the biggest joys for me in being a counselor is, to come along side individuals and couples, like you, fighting to stay afloat and walk with them through their journey to healing and restoration.
I am skilled in working with a wide range of struggles that many individuals, and couples face.
Life can be messy, some seasons deplete us of all that we have, and it can feel impossible to navigate it all, at times. Overcoming the seasons and trials in life can be emotionally draining and oftentimes very discouraging. You do not have to do it alone, and you do not have to have all of the answers. One of the biggest joys for me in being a counselor is, to come along side individuals and couples, like you, fighting to stay afloat and walk with them through their journey to healing and restoration.
(909) 962-8420 View (909) 962-8420
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Karen B Cash
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
I am available to assist with many of the current issues that are affecting us all. Issues os depression, anxiety and PTSD are impacting many. Relationship and communication challenges are problematic. Challenging adolescents and children suffering from ADHD or Learning Disabilities are impacting family life. I can assist you with these common challenges, and help to provide and process solutions.
I am available to assist with many of the current issues that are affecting us all. Issues os depression, anxiety and PTSD are impacting many. Relationship and communication challenges are problematic. Challenging adolescents and children suffering from ADHD or Learning Disabilities are impacting family life. I can assist you with these common challenges, and help to provide and process solutions.
(909) 324-3165 View (909) 324-3165
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J R Allen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ontario, CA 91764
I’m Paul Allen - you can call me JR - and I can help. I provide online therapy to clients from California, New Mexico and New Hampshire. Are you ready to see changes in your life? Relationship? Interested in ways to support individuals within your life? Are you nervous about what change looks like? Do you struggle with generic “advice” because your situation is so unique that what works for some people doesn’t seem to work for you?
I’m Paul Allen - you can call me JR - and I can help. I provide online therapy to clients from California, New Mexico and New Hampshire. Are you ready to see changes in your life? Relationship? Interested in ways to support individuals within your life? Are you nervous about what change looks like? Do you struggle with generic “advice” because your situation is so unique that what works for some people doesn’t seem to work for you?
(909) 281-9410 View (909) 281-9410
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Michelle Dazalla
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Upland, CA 91786
I am a culturally sensitive and competent therapist offering a wide range of therapeutic techniques to individuals, couples, and families.
My goal is to create a safe space for clients during sessions by being an observant, nonjudgmental, and empathetic therapist. My hope is to help clients with their journey to become mentally healthy, mindful, and self-aware for a new lifestyle that is encouraging and fulfilling to them. My philosophy is “Aim Small to Hit Big”, which means to be present in the moment and set small attainable goals for yourself to build upon your successes and celebrate accomplishments one goal at a time.
I am a culturally sensitive and competent therapist offering a wide range of therapeutic techniques to individuals, couples, and families.
My goal is to create a safe space for clients during sessions by being an observant, nonjudgmental, and empathetic therapist. My hope is to help clients with their journey to become mentally healthy, mindful, and self-aware for a new lifestyle that is encouraging and fulfilling to them. My philosophy is “Aim Small to Hit Big”, which means to be present in the moment and set small attainable goals for yourself to build upon your successes and celebrate accomplishments one goal at a time.
(909) 639-6803 View (909) 639-6803
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Dr. Allen E. Lipscomb, PsyD, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upland, CA 91786
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Lipscomb has his doctorate in psychology with a clinical emphasis in marriage, family and child psychotherapy. Dr. Lipscomb is a licensed clinical social worker who provides psychotherapy, counseling and coaching services. He provides services to individuals, couples, children/youth and families. He specializes in areas such as: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Relationship Issues, and Trauma. Ultimately, he provides an affirming, culturally responsive, and anti-oppressive therapeutic environment for individuals to grow and thrive.
Dr. Lipscomb has his doctorate in psychology with a clinical emphasis in marriage, family and child psychotherapy. Dr. Lipscomb is a licensed clinical social worker who provides psychotherapy, counseling and coaching services. He provides services to individuals, couples, children/youth and families. He specializes in areas such as: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Relationship Issues, and Trauma. Ultimately, he provides an affirming, culturally responsive, and anti-oppressive therapeutic environment for individuals to grow and thrive.
(909) 340-3458 View (909) 340-3458
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Hannah Quiba
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Bernardino, CA 92408  (Online Only)
Accepting New Referrals! If you are disappointed in your current relationship/marriage or you are frustrated with your lack of success in being in a relationship, I can help you develop the tools necessary to have more meaningful, satisfying patterns. If you are not getting the satisfaction out of your life that you want, whether it is due to anxiety, depression, self-sabotage, or poor interpersonal skills, I can help you by assessing your unique problems, by listening to your goals, and by recommending a treatment plan that will culminate in success for you
Accepting New Referrals! If you are disappointed in your current relationship/marriage or you are frustrated with your lack of success in being in a relationship, I can help you develop the tools necessary to have more meaningful, satisfying patterns. If you are not getting the satisfaction out of your life that you want, whether it is due to anxiety, depression, self-sabotage, or poor interpersonal skills, I can help you by assessing your unique problems, by listening to your goals, and by recommending a treatment plan that will culminate in success for you
(951) 458-5905 View (951) 458-5905
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Bridge Vision Licensed Clinical Social Worker Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW, MSW, BA
Verified Verified
We deal with issues ranging from depression, Bipolar, anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant, Conduct Disorder, couples therapy, conflict resolution, anger management and grief and loss in individual therapy, academic issues, addiction / Dependency, ADHD, affair Recovery, antisocial Behavior, anxiety / Fears etc.
Bridge Vision is a group practice and includes therapists/practitioners with combined experience of more than 70 years. They bring to the practice expertise in providing individual and family therapy, case management, mental health assessments, couples therapy, child development assessments, sexual orientation therapy, Dialectical Behavior therapy and LGBTQ counseling, forensic evaluations, PTSD and other psychological assessments, grief/loss counseling, neuro-psych assessments, addictive behavior counseling, crisis counseling and play therapy.
We deal with issues ranging from depression, Bipolar, anxiety, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant, Conduct Disorder, couples therapy, conflict resolution, anger management and grief and loss in individual therapy, academic issues, addiction / Dependency, ADHD, affair Recovery, antisocial Behavior, anxiety / Fears etc.
Bridge Vision is a group practice and includes therapists/practitioners with combined experience of more than 70 years. They bring to the practice expertise in providing individual and family therapy, case management, mental health assessments, couples therapy, child development assessments, sexual orientation therapy, Dialectical Behavior therapy and LGBTQ counseling, forensic evaluations, PTSD and other psychological assessments, grief/loss counseling, neuro-psych assessments, addictive behavior counseling, crisis counseling and play therapy.
(909) 300-8245 View (909) 300-8245
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Chanel Treadwell
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, PPS
Verified Verified
I also work with individuals, couples, and families to provide support in your desired personal growth.
Your life and happiness are important to me! The human experience is not always easy and sometimes, we need support along our journeys. Whatever your experience, concerns, needs, or aspirations for personal growth, my desire is to work with you toward those goals. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I know the development years can be difficult to navigate, especially in our ever-changing world, both for children as well as parents and guardians. I am an LGBTQ+ Ally and also specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, with all age groups, as well as academic-related concerns.
I also work with individuals, couples, and families to provide support in your desired personal growth.
Your life and happiness are important to me! The human experience is not always easy and sometimes, we need support along our journeys. Whatever your experience, concerns, needs, or aspirations for personal growth, my desire is to work with you toward those goals. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, and young adults. I know the development years can be difficult to navigate, especially in our ever-changing world, both for children as well as parents and guardians. I am an LGBTQ+ Ally and also specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, with all age groups, as well as academic-related concerns.
(909) 646-4584 View (909) 646-4584
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Andrea Teas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
****ACCEPTING NEW IEHP CLIENTS*** Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed with your current social distancing? Looking for support and guidance during this difficult time? Are you wanting to overcome what is standing in the way of making meaningful changes? Have you or a loved one had a change in behavior, significant life change, feeling angry, sad, or anxious? I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families.
****ACCEPTING NEW IEHP CLIENTS*** Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed with your current social distancing? Looking for support and guidance during this difficult time? Are you wanting to overcome what is standing in the way of making meaningful changes? Have you or a loved one had a change in behavior, significant life change, feeling angry, sad, or anxious? I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families.
(909) 315-5481 View (909) 315-5481
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Donald J. Cook
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Apple Valley, CA 92307
I seek to treat all people; i see the person, not the age, weight, shape, hair-colour, skin, diagnosis, politics, or life-problem. Every client is my respected teacher. We are all valid and worthy human beings--even if we don't believe it! You are Wonderful! i treat PTSD, ADD/HD, school-related issues, anxiety, panic Disorders, depression, age-related issues, legal-related personal issues, and will also perform therapy with stabilized Bipolar, and Schizophrenic sufferers. i perform individual, couples, marital/pre-marital, family, and group sessions. i also perform individual/group parenting, and anger management sessions.
I seek to treat all people; i see the person, not the age, weight, shape, hair-colour, skin, diagnosis, politics, or life-problem. Every client is my respected teacher. We are all valid and worthy human beings--even if we don't believe it! You are Wonderful! i treat PTSD, ADD/HD, school-related issues, anxiety, panic Disorders, depression, age-related issues, legal-related personal issues, and will also perform therapy with stabilized Bipolar, and Schizophrenic sufferers. i perform individual, couples, marital/pre-marital, family, and group sessions. i also perform individual/group parenting, and anger management sessions.
(760) 203-4580 View (760) 203-4580
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Simone McGee
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upland, CA 91786  (Online Only)
Kumusta! I am happy that you are here and ready to grow into the new you! It is time to reclaim your power back and be proud. I primarily focus on mindfulness in the therapy room and helping you learn to trust your intuition to make healthy and positive decisions. I will guide you on how to communicate with others and be emotionally expressive. I utilize a range of resources from activities in the therapy room to ground yourself, couple's activities to strengthen your relationship, family therapy conflict resolutions, positive affirmation work, or assigning homework to do outside of the therapy room to ensure change is happening.
Kumusta! I am happy that you are here and ready to grow into the new you! It is time to reclaim your power back and be proud. I primarily focus on mindfulness in the therapy room and helping you learn to trust your intuition to make healthy and positive decisions. I will guide you on how to communicate with others and be emotionally expressive. I utilize a range of resources from activities in the therapy room to ground yourself, couple's activities to strengthen your relationship, family therapy conflict resolutions, positive affirmation work, or assigning homework to do outside of the therapy room to ensure change is happening.
(909) 316-8094 View (909) 316-8094
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Victoria Marie Pappas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chino Hills, CA 91709
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 18 years of experience assisting adults, teens, children, couples, and families with a wide range of personal challenges. Just a few of the issues I can help with include, but are not limited to: stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma/Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, self-concept and self-esteem, relationship and marital problems, women's issues, single parents' issues, LGBTQ-related issues, parenting difficulties, and educational, career, and employment-related concerns.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 18 years of experience assisting adults, teens, children, couples, and families with a wide range of personal challenges. Just a few of the issues I can help with include, but are not limited to: stress, anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma/Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, self-concept and self-esteem, relationship and marital problems, women's issues, single parents' issues, LGBTQ-related issues, parenting difficulties, and educational, career, and employment-related concerns.
(909) 757-5119 View (909) 757-5119
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Cucamonga Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, Psy D
Verified Verified
I specialize in the following areas such as: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Marriage Counseling, Catholic-Christian Counseling, Infertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal-Postpartum Depression, Relationship Issues, Sexual/Intimacy Issues, Trauma, Anger Management, Self-Esteem/Growth and Early Child Treatment/Diagnosing ages 0-3.
Do you feel that you are struggling alone? Have you tried to seek help from many clinicians', pastors and other professionals and it's not working. I can help you in discovering a new life story and uncovering your qualities. The journey of life can be sad and lonely due to multiple struggles; balancing life, struggles of parenthood, changing professions, family problems, divorce, blended family and midlife crisis. I provide a friendly, relaxed and compassionate atmosphere of no judgment as no one knows the real answer, but enlightened you to work through your painful decisions, disappointments' or challenges.
I specialize in the following areas such as: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Marriage Counseling, Catholic-Christian Counseling, Infertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal-Postpartum Depression, Relationship Issues, Sexual/Intimacy Issues, Trauma, Anger Management, Self-Esteem/Growth and Early Child Treatment/Diagnosing ages 0-3.
Do you feel that you are struggling alone? Have you tried to seek help from many clinicians', pastors and other professionals and it's not working. I can help you in discovering a new life story and uncovering your qualities. The journey of life can be sad and lonely due to multiple struggles; balancing life, struggles of parenthood, changing professions, family problems, divorce, blended family and midlife crisis. I provide a friendly, relaxed and compassionate atmosphere of no judgment as no one knows the real answer, but enlightened you to work through your painful decisions, disappointments' or challenges.
(909) 546-4618 View (909) 546-4618
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Dr. Leslie A Miles
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Ontario, CA 91764
As a mom, spouse, friend, and professional woman you are wearing many hats, and this can become difficult. At times you feel overwhelmed by life and after a long day of showing up for everyone else, there is nothing left for you. Everything appears okay from the outside looking in, but you can feel yourself cracking more and more each day. You may have fooled everyone around you, but you know the truth. You feel broken and wounded by past mistakes and trauma. You find yourself isolating from friends and family and turning down invites. That feeling of loneliness and sadness has just become too difficult to stuff down anymore.
As a mom, spouse, friend, and professional woman you are wearing many hats, and this can become difficult. At times you feel overwhelmed by life and after a long day of showing up for everyone else, there is nothing left for you. Everything appears okay from the outside looking in, but you can feel yourself cracking more and more each day. You may have fooled everyone around you, but you know the truth. You feel broken and wounded by past mistakes and trauma. You find yourself isolating from friends and family and turning down invites. That feeling of loneliness and sadness has just become too difficult to stuff down anymore.
(909) 328-6849 View (909) 328-6849
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Kathlyn P Perez-Stable
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730  (Online Only)
If you are looking for authentic support for sexuality (kink/fetish, leather) relationship support (non-traditional, vanilla/non-vanilla) divorce, LGBTQIA+ relationships, recovery from substance use disorder, manage anxiety, treat depression, experience deeper personal growth, increase self-esteem, or simply wanting to explore who you are and how you work, I'm here to provide you with the support you are seeking. I provide support to individuals and couples to help create a more vibrant, satisfying life experience.
If you are looking for authentic support for sexuality (kink/fetish, leather) relationship support (non-traditional, vanilla/non-vanilla) divorce, LGBTQIA+ relationships, recovery from substance use disorder, manage anxiety, treat depression, experience deeper personal growth, increase self-esteem, or simply wanting to explore who you are and how you work, I'm here to provide you with the support you are seeking. I provide support to individuals and couples to help create a more vibrant, satisfying life experience.
(951) 319-2128 x820 View (951) 319-2128 x820
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Spring To Autumn Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Redlands, CA 92374
Our therapists have many specialties and years of experience and work with children/teens, adult individuals, couples and families.
Need support to tackle some of life's difficulties? It is ok to ask for help sometimes. Many of the individuals and families who contact us are all looking for the same tools: learning to cope and reduce stress, overcoming trauma, and finding peace of mind. We help tackle everyday issues with an evidenced based behavioral approach. We help with marital/premarital counseling, individuals with depression, anxiety, or mood issues, children and teenage struggles and much more. We are ready to help with providing support and making positive changes. We are a group practice with many therapist options to choose from.
Our therapists have many specialties and years of experience and work with children/teens, adult individuals, couples and families.
Need support to tackle some of life's difficulties? It is ok to ask for help sometimes. Many of the individuals and families who contact us are all looking for the same tools: learning to cope and reduce stress, overcoming trauma, and finding peace of mind. We help tackle everyday issues with an evidenced based behavioral approach. We help with marital/premarital counseling, individuals with depression, anxiety, or mood issues, children and teenage struggles and much more. We are ready to help with providing support and making positive changes. We are a group practice with many therapist options to choose from.
(909) 557-6574 View (909) 557-6574
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Samaritan Counseling Center
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Upland, CA 91786
SCC has been positively impacting the lives of children, individuals, couples, & families for over 47 years.
Our caring counselors will help you overcome issues that hurt or hinder personal growth, & aid in the healing of wounds that often limit your ability to thrive, be whole, & fulfill your purpose in life. We serve people across the age range looking for help with: relationship issues, depression, anxiety, co-parenting, trauma, PTSD, grief, child abuse, parenting, domestic violence, addiction, anger management, nurturing healthy intimacy, & many other mental and behavioral health issues. We also provide in-home behavior intervention services and parent training for families of children with developmental disabilities.
SCC has been positively impacting the lives of children, individuals, couples, & families for over 47 years.
Our caring counselors will help you overcome issues that hurt or hinder personal growth, & aid in the healing of wounds that often limit your ability to thrive, be whole, & fulfill your purpose in life. We serve people across the age range looking for help with: relationship issues, depression, anxiety, co-parenting, trauma, PTSD, grief, child abuse, parenting, domestic violence, addiction, anger management, nurturing healthy intimacy, & many other mental and behavioral health issues. We also provide in-home behavior intervention services and parent training for families of children with developmental disabilities.
(909) 442-4841 View (909) 442-4841
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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.