Couples Counseling Therapists in Fremont, CA

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Brenda Barba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94538
I also work with couples who want to work through conflict, estrangement, loss of love, affairs, and communications problems.
I am so glad you are taking the first step in this journey! Now Let me introduce myself. My name is Brenda Barba, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have been in the mental health profession for 5 years, but in the field for nearly 10. I enjoy what I do and constantly continue to educate myself to provide the best service to individuals who want to grow, heal, control their emotions, increase self-awareness and confidence, and learn coping skills to reach the best version of themselves. I have worked with a wide range of mental health diagnoses including but not limited to personality disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, anxiety.
I also work with couples who want to work through conflict, estrangement, loss of love, affairs, and communications problems.
I am so glad you are taking the first step in this journey! Now Let me introduce myself. My name is Brenda Barba, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have been in the mental health profession for 5 years, but in the field for nearly 10. I enjoy what I do and constantly continue to educate myself to provide the best service to individuals who want to grow, heal, control their emotions, increase self-awareness and confidence, and learn coping skills to reach the best version of themselves. I have worked with a wide range of mental health diagnoses including but not limited to personality disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, anxiety.
(510) 871-8689 View (510) 871-8689
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Melody Chen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94538
If you are feeling unsure, that is okay! I invite you to reach out to see if we might be a good fit, as the client-therapist relationship is key in therapy.
Anxiety, fear, and shame can make us feel trapped. Maybe you feel overwhelmed from striving to be perfect or pleasing people and wish you could just be. Or you feel weighed down by burdens you've kept inside for so long that you need a safe space to share and be heard. Whatever you are going through, I want you to know that you are not alone and there is hope. Having been through my own healing journey, I focus on creating a safe empathic space to help clients feel understood as they are, so healing can happen. My hope is that you would leave each session feeling encouraged and better equipped to embrace whatever emerges next.
If you are feeling unsure, that is okay! I invite you to reach out to see if we might be a good fit, as the client-therapist relationship is key in therapy.
Anxiety, fear, and shame can make us feel trapped. Maybe you feel overwhelmed from striving to be perfect or pleasing people and wish you could just be. Or you feel weighed down by burdens you've kept inside for so long that you need a safe space to share and be heard. Whatever you are going through, I want you to know that you are not alone and there is hope. Having been through my own healing journey, I focus on creating a safe empathic space to help clients feel understood as they are, so healing can happen. My hope is that you would leave each session feeling encouraged and better equipped to embrace whatever emerges next.
(510) 462-3681 View (510) 462-3681
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Sarah Wagner
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94538
Maybe you and your partner need a listening ear and an outside perspective.
Do you need some ease and gentleness in your life? Change doesn't have to be painful. We will walk side by side on your journey of self-discovery and healing. I trust your innate wisdom and resilience, and we will get to know that part of you well.
Maybe you and your partner need a listening ear and an outside perspective.
Do you need some ease and gentleness in your life? Change doesn't have to be painful. We will walk side by side on your journey of self-discovery and healing. I trust your innate wisdom and resilience, and we will get to know that part of you well.
(510) 318-3556 View (510) 318-3556
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Leah Webb
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94536
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, which supports individuals and couples in building secure, connected, and fulfilling relationships.
I specialize in supporting adults and couples to process emotions, build emotional security and connection, and encourage growth and healing. I have extensive experience working with young adults seeking support for mental health concerns, life transitions, personal growth, and relationship concerns. I am also delighted to work with dating and premarital couples, exploring ways in which to establish a secure foundation to build a flourishing relationship.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy, which supports individuals and couples in building secure, connected, and fulfilling relationships.
I specialize in supporting adults and couples to process emotions, build emotional security and connection, and encourage growth and healing. I have extensive experience working with young adults seeking support for mental health concerns, life transitions, personal growth, and relationship concerns. I am also delighted to work with dating and premarital couples, exploring ways in which to establish a secure foundation to build a flourishing relationship.
(510) 345-2377 View (510) 345-2377
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Allison B. Pentecost
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94539
Are you navigating the world of donor conception, single mom by choice, failed IVF or gestational surrogacy? You don't have to do it alone. I am a clinical psychologist who supports adults and couples with reproductive choices. I offer third party reproductive counseling, including the PAI as required by clinics. I accept Lyra- EAP. I offer in-person sessions in Fremont, CA and offer tele-health throughout the state of California & Maryland.
Are you navigating the world of donor conception, single mom by choice, failed IVF or gestational surrogacy? You don't have to do it alone. I am a clinical psychologist who supports adults and couples with reproductive choices. I offer third party reproductive counseling, including the PAI as required by clinics. I accept Lyra- EAP. I offer in-person sessions in Fremont, CA and offer tele-health throughout the state of California & Maryland.
(510) 647-6242 View (510) 647-6242
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Shimrit Zelig
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94536
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address their specific needs and support them on their path toward healing and personal growth.
Therapy is a journey of self-discovery and growth. It provides a supportive and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. My goal is to help you gain insight into your challenges and work towards creating a fulfilling and meaningful life. Whether you are facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other issues, therapy can help you find the path to healing and happiness.
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address their specific needs and support them on their path toward healing and personal growth.
Therapy is a journey of self-discovery and growth. It provides a supportive and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. My goal is to help you gain insight into your challenges and work towards creating a fulfilling and meaningful life. Whether you are facing difficulties with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other issues, therapy can help you find the path to healing and happiness.
(510) 592-6851 View (510) 592-6851
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Brooke Porter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94555
My name is Brooke Porter, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am a passionate individual who strives to help others along their healing journeys. I focus on joining clients on their journeys and strengthening their sense of well-being, increase self-esteem, and achieve goals for themselves. I am a humanistic therapist, who is client centered, and I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship to assist in the healing process. I incorporate aspects from cognitive behavioral therapy as well as skills from dialectical behavioral therapy, such as mindfulness, meditation, and emotional regulation skills.
My name is Brooke Porter, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am a passionate individual who strives to help others along their healing journeys. I focus on joining clients on their journeys and strengthening their sense of well-being, increase self-esteem, and achieve goals for themselves. I am a humanistic therapist, who is client centered, and I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship to assist in the healing process. I incorporate aspects from cognitive behavioral therapy as well as skills from dialectical behavioral therapy, such as mindfulness, meditation, and emotional regulation skills.
(510) 824-8547 View (510) 824-8547
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Gaik Kee 'Grace' Khoo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94538
You can have the satisfying and rewarding relationship.
Feeling tired from constant arguing with your partner? You want to get closer to him/her but you can't move past the anger/hurt/pain that he/she has caused you? And all you want is for him/her to validate you and to tell you that he/she cares. While ignoring it may work for a little while, but over time unresolved relationship issues can affect other areas of your life, including physical health, sleep, mood, work and other relationships. I can help you to get unstuck, work through your emotional wounds, communicate what you want from your partner in a helpful way, and have the connection that you've always wanted.
You can have the satisfying and rewarding relationship.
Feeling tired from constant arguing with your partner? You want to get closer to him/her but you can't move past the anger/hurt/pain that he/she has caused you? And all you want is for him/her to validate you and to tell you that he/she cares. While ignoring it may work for a little while, but over time unresolved relationship issues can affect other areas of your life, including physical health, sleep, mood, work and other relationships. I can help you to get unstuck, work through your emotional wounds, communicate what you want from your partner in a helpful way, and have the connection that you've always wanted.
(510) 592-6124 View (510) 592-6124
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Lannie Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94539  (Online Only)
The relationship we build is central to our work.
Who you are: a millennial individual or couple and finally ready to explore therapy and spur meaningful change. I help you better understand yourself, your needs, and how to get those needs met. It is important to me that the space we create is compassionate, curious, reflective, and interactive. I help you articulate what’s at the root of your concerns and what is getting in the way of living your life on your terms. Common issues that I work on in therapy include life transitions, managing stress/anxiety/depression, building your sense of Self, relationship concerns, and improving communication.
The relationship we build is central to our work.
Who you are: a millennial individual or couple and finally ready to explore therapy and spur meaningful change. I help you better understand yourself, your needs, and how to get those needs met. It is important to me that the space we create is compassionate, curious, reflective, and interactive. I help you articulate what’s at the root of your concerns and what is getting in the way of living your life on your terms. Common issues that I work on in therapy include life transitions, managing stress/anxiety/depression, building your sense of Self, relationship concerns, and improving communication.
(213) 348-7421 View (213) 348-7421
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Anthony Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94536
My name is Anthony Williams, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) serving clients statewide in California via telehealth. I use a person-centered, solution-focused approach to help clients progress toward their personal goals and recognize their full potential. I am comfortable working with a wide range of clients and will see individuals, couples, and families, with ages ranging from child to elder adult. I have had success in supporting clients to challenge negative thinking and unhealthy behaviors that contribute to feelings of depression, anger, anxiety, and overall stress.
My name is Anthony Williams, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) serving clients statewide in California via telehealth. I use a person-centered, solution-focused approach to help clients progress toward their personal goals and recognize their full potential. I am comfortable working with a wide range of clients and will see individuals, couples, and families, with ages ranging from child to elder adult. I have had success in supporting clients to challenge negative thinking and unhealthy behaviors that contribute to feelings of depression, anger, anxiety, and overall stress.
(510) 680-1142 View (510) 680-1142
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Lilia Gonzalez-Joly
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94538
After my years of experience, I have found that the healing process requires nurturing the relationship with our body, mind and spirit.
Welcome! My name is Lilia Gonzalez-Joly, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in the mental health field for over 10 years. I offer individual and relationship psychotherapy. My goal is to help people develop sustainable coping skills to deal with a variety of issues. My sessions are both reflective and informative. These are some of the challenges I've helped people with: anxiety; depression; adjustment difficulties; communication break-down; past trauma; difficulty setting boundaries; bi-cultural differences and parenting dilemmas. I am bilingual, speak fluent Spanish and truly enjoy working with diverse clients.
After my years of experience, I have found that the healing process requires nurturing the relationship with our body, mind and spirit.
Welcome! My name is Lilia Gonzalez-Joly, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist working in the mental health field for over 10 years. I offer individual and relationship psychotherapy. My goal is to help people develop sustainable coping skills to deal with a variety of issues. My sessions are both reflective and informative. These are some of the challenges I've helped people with: anxiety; depression; adjustment difficulties; communication break-down; past trauma; difficulty setting boundaries; bi-cultural differences and parenting dilemmas. I am bilingual, speak fluent Spanish and truly enjoy working with diverse clients.
(510) 560-7396 View (510) 560-7396
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Van Pillay
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94538  (Online Only)
My clinical preference are adolescents and young adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues, conflicts in school or work, as well as self esteem.
Are you are battling with feelings of inadequacy? Struggling with depression, anxiety, or addiction? Maybe having relationships are a challenge for you. The pressure of the Bay area or unmet expectations can sometimes make us feel hopeless and tired. Change can be difficult. At times like this, I could be helpful to you. What I provide, may get you on the path for long lasting healing.
My clinical preference are adolescents and young adults seeking help with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues, conflicts in school or work, as well as self esteem.
Are you are battling with feelings of inadequacy? Struggling with depression, anxiety, or addiction? Maybe having relationships are a challenge for you. The pressure of the Bay area or unmet expectations can sometimes make us feel hopeless and tired. Change can be difficult. At times like this, I could be helpful to you. What I provide, may get you on the path for long lasting healing.
(510) 617-1465 x893 View (510) 617-1465 x893
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Tawny Dominguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94538
Hi! My name is Tawny Dominguez, LMFT. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who works with clients to achieve physical and emotional well-being. My areas of specialty include, chronic illness, eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, and daily life struggles. I work with individuals, couples and families. I help clients take control of life challenges with a caring, professional, and understanding therapeutic environment. I am dedicated to helping and providing clients with tools needed to deal with addiction, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, family interaction, etc.
Hi! My name is Tawny Dominguez, LMFT. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, who works with clients to achieve physical and emotional well-being. My areas of specialty include, chronic illness, eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, and daily life struggles. I work with individuals, couples and families. I help clients take control of life challenges with a caring, professional, and understanding therapeutic environment. I am dedicated to helping and providing clients with tools needed to deal with addiction, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, family interaction, etc.
(510) 990-9966 View (510) 990-9966
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Joseph Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94536
I typically work with adults who are struggling with a sexual addiction such as pornography or other acting out behaviors, couples who have had infidelity in their relationship, and those who are suffering from the effects of trauma whether it be childhood trauma or events that have happened in their adult years.
Welcome. My name is Joseph Martinez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Pasadena, California, and seeing people by Telehealth and in person. I work with teens, adults, and couples primarily focusing on trauma, sexual addictions, betrayal trauma, and grief. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and EMDR to help you work through these difficult times and hopefully feel better. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach and after working with you to determine your needs and what works best for you, we go from there.
I typically work with adults who are struggling with a sexual addiction such as pornography or other acting out behaviors, couples who have had infidelity in their relationship, and those who are suffering from the effects of trauma whether it be childhood trauma or events that have happened in their adult years.
Welcome. My name is Joseph Martinez, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Pasadena, California, and seeing people by Telehealth and in person. I work with teens, adults, and couples primarily focusing on trauma, sexual addictions, betrayal trauma, and grief. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and EMDR to help you work through these difficult times and hopefully feel better. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach and after working with you to determine your needs and what works best for you, we go from there.
(510) 216-1966 View (510) 216-1966
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Yo-At Silverman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94538  (Online Only)
Yo-At seeks to form a warm and supportive relationship with you as you work together in reaching your mental health goals.
Yo-At Silverman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who focuses on client care from a perspective of compassion, kindness, and adaptability. Yo-At began working in the field of mental health over 15 years ago, and in that time, she has worked with a wide variety of patients across mental health settings. Today, Yo-at works with adults as they navigate the roads of anxiety, depression, life-change, and adjustment struggles.
Yo-At seeks to form a warm and supportive relationship with you as you work together in reaching your mental health goals.
Yo-At Silverman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who focuses on client care from a perspective of compassion, kindness, and adaptability. Yo-At began working in the field of mental health over 15 years ago, and in that time, she has worked with a wide variety of patients across mental health settings. Today, Yo-at works with adults as they navigate the roads of anxiety, depression, life-change, and adjustment struggles.
(510) 767-0184 View (510) 767-0184
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Luiza Pinaud
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94539
I provide client-centered, strength-based, and evidence-based treatment to people from all backgrounds. I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, stress, and addiction disorders. I like to integrate different approaches into my practice, such as CBT, DBT, attachment theory and mindfulness practices. I work with individuals and couples and speak Portuguese and Spanish. I am most comfortable treating patients with mild to moderate symptoms struggling with depression, anxiety, stress or substance use disorders.
I provide client-centered, strength-based, and evidence-based treatment to people from all backgrounds. I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, stress, and addiction disorders. I like to integrate different approaches into my practice, such as CBT, DBT, attachment theory and mindfulness practices. I work with individuals and couples and speak Portuguese and Spanish. I am most comfortable treating patients with mild to moderate symptoms struggling with depression, anxiety, stress or substance use disorders.
(510) 380-7422 View (510) 380-7422
Tracey Yan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94538  (Online Only)
In my years of practice, I've helped clients deal with depression, anxiety/phobia, relationship issues, interpersonal issues, parenting issues, grief/loss/bereavement, Post traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, low self-esteem, stress management, anger management, divorce, behavioral issues and others.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who have been helping my clients with various challenging life issues for over 10 years. I have extensive training and experience working with individuals, couples, and families. My style is non-judgmental, respectful, and empathic.
In my years of practice, I've helped clients deal with depression, anxiety/phobia, relationship issues, interpersonal issues, parenting issues, grief/loss/bereavement, Post traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, low self-esteem, stress management, anger management, divorce, behavioral issues and others.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who have been helping my clients with various challenging life issues for over 10 years. I have extensive training and experience working with individuals, couples, and families. My style is non-judgmental, respectful, and empathic.
(510) 746-8600 View (510) 746-8600
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Wilson Ho Yin Cheh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, LAADC, MAC
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94538
Hello! I am a bi-cultural engineer-turned-therapist with experience in several clinical specialties that enables me to provide effective, high impact, outcome-focused services to my clients. I welcome opportunities in supporting adults, young adults, couples & families to navigate through tough seasons of feeling overwhelmed, experiencing loss in transitions, or dealing with painful & complex circumstances. I tend to digest and integrate a wide range of information along with having a sensitivity to generational, cultural, & racial influences. My style is both conversational & experiential, advocating for empowerment & hope.
Hello! I am a bi-cultural engineer-turned-therapist with experience in several clinical specialties that enables me to provide effective, high impact, outcome-focused services to my clients. I welcome opportunities in supporting adults, young adults, couples & families to navigate through tough seasons of feeling overwhelmed, experiencing loss in transitions, or dealing with painful & complex circumstances. I tend to digest and integrate a wide range of information along with having a sensitivity to generational, cultural, & racial influences. My style is both conversational & experiential, advocating for empowerment & hope.
(510) 399-2131 View (510) 399-2131
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Bernadette G Murphy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94536
I am trained in Gottman Couples Therapy Levels 1&2.
If your browsing this site it might be safe to say that you want to change something about your life. I welcome hearing your story and offer you a safe place to share your concerns. Sometimes we can find ourselves stuck and unsure how to make the shift away from dysfunctional patterns or lifestyles. Perhaps it's ongoing negative mental chatter, low self-worth, anger, addiction or heightened anxiety from a stressed out way of living that blocks that inner peace. I recognize your courage in reaching out. Please know that I am here to patiently offer guidance and reassurance as we journey together towards learning the tools of change.
I am trained in Gottman Couples Therapy Levels 1&2.
If your browsing this site it might be safe to say that you want to change something about your life. I welcome hearing your story and offer you a safe place to share your concerns. Sometimes we can find ourselves stuck and unsure how to make the shift away from dysfunctional patterns or lifestyles. Perhaps it's ongoing negative mental chatter, low self-worth, anger, addiction or heightened anxiety from a stressed out way of living that blocks that inner peace. I recognize your courage in reaching out. Please know that I am here to patiently offer guidance and reassurance as we journey together towards learning the tools of change.
(925) 241-5924 View (925) 241-5924
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Karen K. Yeh
Psychologist, EdM, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fremont, CA 94538
I'd like to help you feel better, and what I can do involves more than listening and giving advice. Psychotherapy isn't entered into lightly, and it's important to consider whether change is what you want. It isn't for everybody, and sometimes, change depends on the season of your life. However, if you are experiencing a need to change something that has become a problem, such as sadness, anxiety, or relationship distress, or a habit such as procrastination or an addictive behavior, you might be ready to explore psychotherapy to find a solution.
I'd like to help you feel better, and what I can do involves more than listening and giving advice. Psychotherapy isn't entered into lightly, and it's important to consider whether change is what you want. It isn't for everybody, and sometimes, change depends on the season of your life. However, if you are experiencing a need to change something that has become a problem, such as sadness, anxiety, or relationship distress, or a habit such as procrastination or an addictive behavior, you might be ready to explore psychotherapy to find a solution.
(510) 858-2560 View (510) 858-2560
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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.