Couples Counseling Therapists in Bullard, Fresno, CA

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Breyona Midgett
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
I primarily work from a psychodynamic, attachment-focused, contextual family therapy approach that explores our interpersonal and intrapersonal conflict to promote healing and a healthier relationship with yourself and others.
As a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Link Care Counseling Center, I specialize in working with individuals, children, couples, and families experiencing difficulty in adjusting to life changes and transitions, anxiety, depression, family conflict, race-related issues. I have completed additional training in trauma as it relates to migration, racial identity and sexual trauma, EFT (externship), and Gottman Couples Therapy. I strive to offer a safe, nonjudgmental environment where individuals and couples have space to explore and process the stressors within family, parenting, and trauma (past and present).
I primarily work from a psychodynamic, attachment-focused, contextual family therapy approach that explores our interpersonal and intrapersonal conflict to promote healing and a healthier relationship with yourself and others.
As a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Link Care Counseling Center, I specialize in working with individuals, children, couples, and families experiencing difficulty in adjusting to life changes and transitions, anxiety, depression, family conflict, race-related issues. I have completed additional training in trauma as it relates to migration, racial identity and sexual trauma, EFT (externship), and Gottman Couples Therapy. I strive to offer a safe, nonjudgmental environment where individuals and couples have space to explore and process the stressors within family, parenting, and trauma (past and present).
(559) 236-6483 x148 View (559) 236-6483 x148
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Daniel Moultrie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
Whether it's anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life changes that are holding you back, I focus on the therapeutic relationship to assist with change.
Are you feeling stuck, unsatisfied or overwhelmed? Life seems to be moving fast and becoming too much to handle. You're not quite feeling like your usual self or you just feel "off". This may be effecting your relationships, career, and personal life. Imagine feeling like you are in control of your thoughts and emotions. Imagine being able to handle life's challenges with confidence. Counseling gives you the opportunity to change through new thinking patterns, self awareness, and exploring your situation with an caring professional.
Whether it's anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life changes that are holding you back, I focus on the therapeutic relationship to assist with change.
Are you feeling stuck, unsatisfied or overwhelmed? Life seems to be moving fast and becoming too much to handle. You're not quite feeling like your usual self or you just feel "off". This may be effecting your relationships, career, and personal life. Imagine feeling like you are in control of your thoughts and emotions. Imagine being able to handle life's challenges with confidence. Counseling gives you the opportunity to change through new thinking patterns, self awareness, and exploring your situation with an caring professional.
(559) 205-7195 View (559) 205-7195
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Marianna Aguilar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93704
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with children, pre-adolescent, adolescents, individuals, and couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, substance abuse, codependency, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and so many other issues that can arise and cause us to feel overwhelmed and debilitated with everyday life and relationships.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with children, pre-adolescent, adolescents, individuals, and couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, substance abuse, codependency, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and so many other issues that can arise and cause us to feel overwhelmed and debilitated with everyday life and relationships.
(559) 594-3920 View (559) 594-3920
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Cindi Ransom
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93704
My special interest is working with couples.
My role as a therapist, is to provide a safe, sacred place, allowing the pain and suffering to come forth and be processed in a collaborative respectful manner. I use my skills in depth therapy to help make the unconscious conscious leading to transformation of painful symptoms into new life meaning. I have 20 years of experience working in a social work department within a hospital setting. This taught me; people need to tell their story and be heard. In a world of technology and lack of human connection I offer the lost art of listening.
My special interest is working with couples.
My role as a therapist, is to provide a safe, sacred place, allowing the pain and suffering to come forth and be processed in a collaborative respectful manner. I use my skills in depth therapy to help make the unconscious conscious leading to transformation of painful symptoms into new life meaning. I have 20 years of experience working in a social work department within a hospital setting. This taught me; people need to tell their story and be heard. In a world of technology and lack of human connection I offer the lost art of listening.
(559) 515-6380 View (559) 515-6380
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Jennie Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
Additional training includes working as a crisis counselor for teens, adolescents, children, and adults and working with couples and families.
My unique approach is founded on trust, honesty, and fairness. I will challenge you to do the work that allows you to grow and take charge of your life in the way that is best suited for you. I will empower you to rediscover yourself by meeting you where you are in life and joining you on your journey to create the change you want. I believe that all people are different and experience life in a different way. For that reason, my approach is tailored to fit each individual to their specific needs based on their goals.
Additional training includes working as a crisis counselor for teens, adolescents, children, and adults and working with couples and families.
My unique approach is founded on trust, honesty, and fairness. I will challenge you to do the work that allows you to grow and take charge of your life in the way that is best suited for you. I will empower you to rediscover yourself by meeting you where you are in life and joining you on your journey to create the change you want. I believe that all people are different and experience life in a different way. For that reason, my approach is tailored to fit each individual to their specific needs based on their goals.
(559) 527-0404 View (559) 527-0404
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Kevin Reifman
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
I believe healing can occur when we courageously examine & unpack these past wounds in a safe counseling relationship.
As a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Link Care Counseling Center, I work with adults, children, couples, and families. I enjoy working with clients in all stages of life and from all backgrounds, but I particularly enjoy working with men, young adults, and spiritual/faith issues.
I believe healing can occur when we courageously examine & unpack these past wounds in a safe counseling relationship.
As a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Link Care Counseling Center, I work with adults, children, couples, and families. I enjoy working with clients in all stages of life and from all backgrounds, but I particularly enjoy working with men, young adults, and spiritual/faith issues.
(559) 414-8681 x143 View (559) 414-8681 x143
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Christopher Kelm
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
There are a lot of struggles that we go through in our daily lives. Whether there is a struggle within a relationship with a significant other, co-worker, family member, friend, or even ourselves. I assist couples, individual adults, teens, and children to gain or regain a sense of normalcy through compassion and care within the therapeutic relationship. I am also here to help with challenges with depression, anxiety, adjustments to new situations, grief, loss, anger, stress, men’s issues, spirituality, self-esteem, infidelity, behavioral and emotional concerns with children and teens.
There are a lot of struggles that we go through in our daily lives. Whether there is a struggle within a relationship with a significant other, co-worker, family member, friend, or even ourselves. I assist couples, individual adults, teens, and children to gain or regain a sense of normalcy through compassion and care within the therapeutic relationship. I am also here to help with challenges with depression, anxiety, adjustments to new situations, grief, loss, anger, stress, men’s issues, spirituality, self-esteem, infidelity, behavioral and emotional concerns with children and teens.
(559) 719-6563 View (559) 719-6563
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Nicole Calvino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93722
My name is Nicole Calvino, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I help with issues like self-esteem and self-efficacy, shame, and anxiety. I also work with adults and teens who have a history of trauma, particularly around social forces such as discrimination and isolation. Additionally, I work with people who feel they have an unhealthy/unhelpful relationship with certain behaviors/choices, and want to create habits that stick. My approach is client-centered and strengths-based, incorporating Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
My name is Nicole Calvino, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I help with issues like self-esteem and self-efficacy, shame, and anxiety. I also work with adults and teens who have a history of trauma, particularly around social forces such as discrimination and isolation. Additionally, I work with people who feel they have an unhealthy/unhelpful relationship with certain behaviors/choices, and want to create habits that stick. My approach is client-centered and strengths-based, incorporating Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
(559) 337-5937 View (559) 337-5937
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Kyra Zimmerman
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711  (Online Only)
My focus is to journey alongside individuals and families as they navigate the wide range of behavioral and mental health needs that arise from experiencing trauma and relationship difficulties.
My therapeutic services focus on supporting individuals and families moving towards healing past and current trauma while building greater connection within themselves and with others in their lives. I work with preteens, teenagers, adults, and parents/caregivers in treating complex trauma, grief and loss, and relationship issues. I work with couple’s experiencing conflict and distress along with parenting difficulties. I also work with individuals and families who’ve experienced the unique circumstances of foster care, out of home placements and adoption.
My focus is to journey alongside individuals and families as they navigate the wide range of behavioral and mental health needs that arise from experiencing trauma and relationship difficulties.
My therapeutic services focus on supporting individuals and families moving towards healing past and current trauma while building greater connection within themselves and with others in their lives. I work with preteens, teenagers, adults, and parents/caregivers in treating complex trauma, grief and loss, and relationship issues. I work with couple’s experiencing conflict and distress along with parenting difficulties. I also work with individuals and families who’ve experienced the unique circumstances of foster care, out of home placements and adoption.
(559) 744-4176 View (559) 744-4176
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Psychotherapy Solutions
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, L, M, F, T
Verified Verified
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93705
I am a seasoned therapist having seen clients for over 30 years. I join with you in partnership to accomplish your unique goals which together we determine. Individuals, Couples, Families and Groups make up my private practice experience. I am particularly adept with Men's Issues, Marital/ Relationship Therapy, LGBTQIA concerns, mood disorders, and survivors of Trauma (PTSD). Our work together will facilitate your self-awareness which will empower you to make more conscious choices in specific circumstances. You will gain a set of practical tools from which you may draw as you embark upon a richer more fulfilling experience of life.
I am a seasoned therapist having seen clients for over 30 years. I join with you in partnership to accomplish your unique goals which together we determine. Individuals, Couples, Families and Groups make up my private practice experience. I am particularly adept with Men's Issues, Marital/ Relationship Therapy, LGBTQIA concerns, mood disorders, and survivors of Trauma (PTSD). Our work together will facilitate your self-awareness which will empower you to make more conscious choices in specific circumstances. You will gain a set of practical tools from which you may draw as you embark upon a richer more fulfilling experience of life.
(559) 838-0460 View (559) 838-0460
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Ashley Contreras
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
I graduated from Fresno State’s MFCC master’s program; I completed internships at the Fresno Family Counseling Center, the Fresno Mission, and Central Valley Suicide and Crisis hotline where I completed Applied Suicide Intervention Training, My theoretical orientations are CBT with individuals, EFT with couples, and Structural Family Therapy with families.
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide therapy for individuals including adolescents and adults, couples, and families. I have experience working with people with depression, anxiety, grief, anger management issues, parenting issues, substance use disorders, self-harm, and suicidality, as well as mild trauma. I have provided services to populations who often do not have access to therapy such as those who have been incarcerated, on current or past probation, LGBTQIA+ folks, seniors, and other marginalized groups. I specialize in substance use disorders, self- harm/suicidality, and trauma.
I graduated from Fresno State’s MFCC master’s program; I completed internships at the Fresno Family Counseling Center, the Fresno Mission, and Central Valley Suicide and Crisis hotline where I completed Applied Suicide Intervention Training, My theoretical orientations are CBT with individuals, EFT with couples, and Structural Family Therapy with families.
I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide therapy for individuals including adolescents and adults, couples, and families. I have experience working with people with depression, anxiety, grief, anger management issues, parenting issues, substance use disorders, self-harm, and suicidality, as well as mild trauma. I have provided services to populations who often do not have access to therapy such as those who have been incarcerated, on current or past probation, LGBTQIA+ folks, seniors, and other marginalized groups. I specialize in substance use disorders, self- harm/suicidality, and trauma.
(559) 702-5244 View (559) 702-5244
Rebecca Sanchez
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MA, ACSW
Verified Verified
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93705
Whether it be a situational challenge, a life-change struggle, short term or long-term mental health services, I welcome individuals and couples, and varying ages including seniors, adolescents, and teenagers.
Hello, I’m Rebecca, I believe our mental health is integrated with everything else in our lives. That being so, I take a comprehensive approach to mental health which accounts for our body, mind and spirit, as well as, the historical and socio-economic factors shaping our lives.
Whether it be a situational challenge, a life-change struggle, short term or long-term mental health services, I welcome individuals and couples, and varying ages including seniors, adolescents, and teenagers.
Hello, I’m Rebecca, I believe our mental health is integrated with everything else in our lives. That being so, I take a comprehensive approach to mental health which accounts for our body, mind and spirit, as well as, the historical and socio-economic factors shaping our lives.
(559) 314-1249 View (559) 314-1249
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Juan Cabrera
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
I employ motivational interviewing to build a strong therapeutic relationship to help you overcome barriers to your mental and emotional wellness.
I am an advocate for social justice and aspire to reduce stigma related to mental health disorders. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or a life transition, therapy can work for you. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy and my goal is to support you in your journey back to wholeness, healing, and personal growth. You have a voice that deserves to be heard and story that deserves to be told. Lets work together to create the change you desire for your life.
I employ motivational interviewing to build a strong therapeutic relationship to help you overcome barriers to your mental and emotional wellness.
I am an advocate for social justice and aspire to reduce stigma related to mental health disorders. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or a life transition, therapy can work for you. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy and my goal is to support you in your journey back to wholeness, healing, and personal growth. You have a voice that deserves to be heard and story that deserves to be told. Lets work together to create the change you desire for your life.
(559) 719-6863 View (559) 719-6863
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Nora Espino
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
My work experience includes working in private practice, where I treated children, teens, couples and families experiencing Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Borderline PD, Panic disorders, OCD/ Infidelity, Self- Harming behaviors, Narcissistic abuse-trauma recovery.
Taking the step towards therapy is an act of courage and self-care, and I'm deeply honored to be part of your transformative journey towards personal growth. I am truly passionate about helping you discover inner peace and resilience to create a sense of belonging within yourself. Together, we will navigate the obstacles that may have made you experience fear, loss, and rejection. My specialization lies in supporting the emerging generation and adults facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, panic disorder, depression, infidelity, marital and/or intimate relationship discord, various types of trauma, loss, or life adjustment
My work experience includes working in private practice, where I treated children, teens, couples and families experiencing Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Borderline PD, Panic disorders, OCD/ Infidelity, Self- Harming behaviors, Narcissistic abuse-trauma recovery.
Taking the step towards therapy is an act of courage and self-care, and I'm deeply honored to be part of your transformative journey towards personal growth. I am truly passionate about helping you discover inner peace and resilience to create a sense of belonging within yourself. Together, we will navigate the obstacles that may have made you experience fear, loss, and rejection. My specialization lies in supporting the emerging generation and adults facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, panic disorder, depression, infidelity, marital and/or intimate relationship discord, various types of trauma, loss, or life adjustment
(559) 597-8657 View (559) 597-8657
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Xochitl Yazmin Zaragoza
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
I also strongly believe in the therapeutic relationship & am willingly walk in the darkest waters with my patients & help them to safety.
I have worked with a variety of populations such as domestic violence victims & perpetrators, children ranging from toddler age to teenagers, grief & loss, autism, behavioral issues, transitional life changes, & couple work. I work from an integrative Humanistic & Existential Theoretical approach as my belief is that loss is something that is experienced by everyone during many times in our lives & use nondirective play therapy when working with children & explore any issues that might be present in their lives. I have worked in private practice, agency & school based setting as a therapist & honing in my expertise.
I also strongly believe in the therapeutic relationship & am willingly walk in the darkest waters with my patients & help them to safety.
I have worked with a variety of populations such as domestic violence victims & perpetrators, children ranging from toddler age to teenagers, grief & loss, autism, behavioral issues, transitional life changes, & couple work. I work from an integrative Humanistic & Existential Theoretical approach as my belief is that loss is something that is experienced by everyone during many times in our lives & use nondirective play therapy when working with children & explore any issues that might be present in their lives. I have worked in private practice, agency & school based setting as a therapist & honing in my expertise.
(559) 206-5374 View (559) 206-5374
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Brittany C Jenkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93704  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I am passionate about supporting Christian women who feel stuck in cycles of self-doubt and low self-confidence. With a compassionate and faith-informed approach, I provide a safe space for you to explore your emotions, rediscover your inner strength, and build a deeper sense of self-worth. Together, we’ll work through the challenges you face, using evidence-based methods like CBT, alongside the healing power of your faith. My goal is to help you reconnect with your purpose, strengthen your relationship with yourself, and cultivate a life filled with confidence, clarity, and peace.
As a therapist, I am passionate about supporting Christian women who feel stuck in cycles of self-doubt and low self-confidence. With a compassionate and faith-informed approach, I provide a safe space for you to explore your emotions, rediscover your inner strength, and build a deeper sense of self-worth. Together, we’ll work through the challenges you face, using evidence-based methods like CBT, alongside the healing power of your faith. My goal is to help you reconnect with your purpose, strengthen your relationship with yourself, and cultivate a life filled with confidence, clarity, and peace.
(559) 543-9247 View (559) 543-9247
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Lisa Basile
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
As a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Link Care Counseling Center, I specialize in working with individuals, children, couples, and families experiencing adjustment to life changes, depression, anxiety, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I have completed additional training in trauma as it relates to migration, racial trauma, Motivational Interviewing, and I am a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator.
As a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist at Link Care Counseling Center, I specialize in working with individuals, children, couples, and families experiencing adjustment to life changes, depression, anxiety, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I have completed additional training in trauma as it relates to migration, racial trauma, Motivational Interviewing, and I am a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator.
(559) 215-8162 x151 View (559) 215-8162 x151
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Allyson Torres
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
• Depression • Anxiety • Relationship Issues • Parenting Problems • Career Challenges • OCD • ADHD • Physical Trauma • Emotional Abuse • Substance Related issues.
My vision is to provide culturally competent, and solution-focused services that promote individuals’ social-emotional health and wellbeing, help to prevent the development of mental health challenges through mindfulness, and address key issues leading to one’s own mental health balance.
• Depression • Anxiety • Relationship Issues • Parenting Problems • Career Challenges • OCD • ADHD • Physical Trauma • Emotional Abuse • Substance Related issues.
My vision is to provide culturally competent, and solution-focused services that promote individuals’ social-emotional health and wellbeing, help to prevent the development of mental health challenges through mindfulness, and address key issues leading to one’s own mental health balance.
(559) 380-4197 View (559) 380-4197
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Maureen Charlotte Wolf
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
I am very excited about couples work.
I am a Jungian oriented psychotherapist who enjoys working with couples, individuals, teens and children. I employ traditional "talk therapy" but will also work with dreams and creative expressions of the psyche through drawing, painting, sandplay and writing, depending on the client's needs and preferences. I have a master's in counseling psychology with an emphasis in depth psychology. I am seeking certification as an Imago Relationship Therapist and certification as sandplay therapist. I am well qualified to help clients with: relationship issues; depression and anxiety; trauma recovery; spiritual issues including grief and loss; and child developmental and trauma issues.
I am very excited about couples work.
I am a Jungian oriented psychotherapist who enjoys working with couples, individuals, teens and children. I employ traditional "talk therapy" but will also work with dreams and creative expressions of the psyche through drawing, painting, sandplay and writing, depending on the client's needs and preferences. I have a master's in counseling psychology with an emphasis in depth psychology. I am seeking certification as an Imago Relationship Therapist and certification as sandplay therapist. I am well qualified to help clients with: relationship issues; depression and anxiety; trauma recovery; spiritual issues including grief and loss; and child developmental and trauma issues.
(559) 475-8719 View (559) 475-8719
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Safe And Affirmative Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bullard, Fresno, CA 93711
We also utilize Gottman Method for couples therapy.
Safe And Affirmative Counseling is a group practice located in central valley of California. The group practice is made up of over ten therapists that are all committed to serving their communities. This includes the LGBTQ+ and queer communities, BIPOC communities, and other marginalized communities. The team utilizes a client centered approach to therapy. We hope to be inviting, create a safe space to share your experiences, and guide our clients towards growth through evidence based clinical interventions. The team is diverse and is here to help with open minds, genuine passion, and a love for cultural diversity and inclusivity.
We also utilize Gottman Method for couples therapy.
Safe And Affirmative Counseling is a group practice located in central valley of California. The group practice is made up of over ten therapists that are all committed to serving their communities. This includes the LGBTQ+ and queer communities, BIPOC communities, and other marginalized communities. The team utilizes a client centered approach to therapy. We hope to be inviting, create a safe space to share your experiences, and guide our clients towards growth through evidence based clinical interventions. The team is diverse and is here to help with open minds, genuine passion, and a love for cultural diversity and inclusivity.
(559) 517-3039 View (559) 517-3039

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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.