Couples Counseling Therapists in Rochester, NY
Christina Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14626 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Couples & Families: I have a particular interest in working with couples and families to improve overall family functioning.
Teens, Adults, Couples & Families. Seeking therapy takes courage and I’m here to support you whether you’re taking the first step or if you’re looking to get back into therapy. I provide psychotherapy to teens and adults in a safe and supportive environment. I specialize in treating a range of challenges like anxiety, job/school related stress, perfectionism, low self-esteem, sadness, low mood, loneliness, grief, communication issues, relationship challenges and dysfunctional family dynamics. Additionally, I help adolescents find appropriate ways to express their feelings, increase their independence and achieve meaningful goals.
Couples & Families: I have a particular interest in working with couples and families to improve overall family functioning.
Teens, Adults, Couples & Families. Seeking therapy takes courage and I’m here to support you whether you’re taking the first step or if you’re looking to get back into therapy. I provide psychotherapy to teens and adults in a safe and supportive environment. I specialize in treating a range of challenges like anxiety, job/school related stress, perfectionism, low self-esteem, sadness, low mood, loneliness, grief, communication issues, relationship challenges and dysfunctional family dynamics. Additionally, I help adolescents find appropriate ways to express their feelings, increase their independence and achieve meaningful goals.
I have years of experience working with children, teens and adults in a variety of settings. I integrate several different approaches to each therapeutic connection to meet individual needs. I have experience with clients ranging from eating disorders, anxiety, depression, headaches, relationship conflicts, ADHD and more. I welcome talking about what I provide and develop plans to reduce symptoms.
I have years of experience working with children, teens and adults in a variety of settings. I integrate several different approaches to each therapeutic connection to meet individual needs. I have experience with clients ranging from eating disorders, anxiety, depression, headaches, relationship conflicts, ADHD and more. I welcome talking about what I provide and develop plans to reduce symptoms.
When working with couples I offer guidance in areas including: *· Breaking down barriers to communication *· Redeveloping trust in the relationship *· Issues with infidelity and intimacy *·.
Are you feeling sad, anxious, dissatisfied or angry? I provide a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment. I tailor my treatment approach to the needs of each individual patient to build on the strengths you already possess. Therapy is people talking with each other to discuss life's challenges, personal concerns and emotional problems. I can help you regain control in your life by gaining insight, and learning coping skills to manage uncomfortable feelings. We will focus on the solutions that can lead to positive change.
When working with couples I offer guidance in areas including: *· Breaking down barriers to communication *· Redeveloping trust in the relationship *· Issues with infidelity and intimacy *·.
Are you feeling sad, anxious, dissatisfied or angry? I provide a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment. I tailor my treatment approach to the needs of each individual patient to build on the strengths you already possess. Therapy is people talking with each other to discuss life's challenges, personal concerns and emotional problems. I can help you regain control in your life by gaining insight, and learning coping skills to manage uncomfortable feelings. We will focus on the solutions that can lead to positive change.
I offer individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, and couples counseling, as well as consultation services for mental health professionals.
I repeatedly have been impressed and moved by the process and experience that is psychotherapy. With each new person that I meet, I endeavor to foster a relationship through which healing, self-awareness, and personal growth can take place. I aim to help people identify their own emotional truths and live a more fulfilling life. If you are unhappy with the direction your life is going, dissatisfied with the quality of your relationships, or experiencing distressing symptoms that make it difficult to get through your days, please call for an initial consultation.
I offer individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, and couples counseling, as well as consultation services for mental health professionals.
I repeatedly have been impressed and moved by the process and experience that is psychotherapy. With each new person that I meet, I endeavor to foster a relationship through which healing, self-awareness, and personal growth can take place. I aim to help people identify their own emotional truths and live a more fulfilling life. If you are unhappy with the direction your life is going, dissatisfied with the quality of your relationships, or experiencing distressing symptoms that make it difficult to get through your days, please call for an initial consultation.
Gia Lioi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14607 (Online Only)
Throughout your therapeutic relationship with me, I will help you gain clarity by identifying your strengths and developing skills to bolster your ability to tap into your greatness.
Many individuals feel overwhelmed by the strain of life, miscommunication, and the injuries from old emotional wounds. Learn the skills to strengthen your relationships and build new ones. We are wired to connect. However, we may need to improve our skill set to communicate our priorities and values and better regulate ourselves during intense conversations. Miscommunication often leads to a lack of meaningful connection, feelings of stagnation, and limited growth opportunities, which can leave you feeling alone. I work with both individuals and couples.
Throughout your therapeutic relationship with me, I will help you gain clarity by identifying your strengths and developing skills to bolster your ability to tap into your greatness.
Many individuals feel overwhelmed by the strain of life, miscommunication, and the injuries from old emotional wounds. Learn the skills to strengthen your relationships and build new ones. We are wired to connect. However, we may need to improve our skill set to communicate our priorities and values and better regulate ourselves during intense conversations. Miscommunication often leads to a lack of meaningful connection, feelings of stagnation, and limited growth opportunities, which can leave you feeling alone. I work with both individuals and couples.
I implement a variety of therapeutic techniques used to address issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, low self-esteem, grief, relationship challenges and life transitions.
A Licensed Social Worker with 13 years of experience in mental health counseling, crisis management and mental health assessments. I hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health and School Social Work. I use a generalist practice approach, while incorporating solution focused therapy, client-centered therapy, cognitive behavior therapy and spiritual therapy. I believe, at least for most people, a deep-seated sense of meaning and purpose in life, together with a sense of belonging, is of foundational importance to psychological well-being and wholeness.
I implement a variety of therapeutic techniques used to address issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, low self-esteem, grief, relationship challenges and life transitions.
A Licensed Social Worker with 13 years of experience in mental health counseling, crisis management and mental health assessments. I hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health and School Social Work. I use a generalist practice approach, while incorporating solution focused therapy, client-centered therapy, cognitive behavior therapy and spiritual therapy. I believe, at least for most people, a deep-seated sense of meaning and purpose in life, together with a sense of belonging, is of foundational importance to psychological well-being and wholeness.
Communication, relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, grief, family dynamics, parenting issues.
Therapy can only work if there is a connection between you and your therapist. If you give me a call we can talk by phone or set a brief meeting to make sure you feel comfortable and connected before embarking on what can be a great journey.
Communication, relationship conflict, depression, anxiety, grief, family dynamics, parenting issues.
Therapy can only work if there is a connection between you and your therapist. If you give me a call we can talk by phone or set a brief meeting to make sure you feel comfortable and connected before embarking on what can be a great journey.
Jessica Janik McDermott
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14618
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals and couples to help them learn to navigate sex with more confidence, pleasure, and power.
You have a complicated relationship with sex. There are many reasons for this, and you recognize the need to explore exactly how it all connects. You want to feel more confident as a sexual being, overcome anxiety around sex, and feel a deeper connection to yourself and your partner(s).
I work with individuals and couples to help them learn to navigate sex with more confidence, pleasure, and power.
You have a complicated relationship with sex. There are many reasons for this, and you recognize the need to explore exactly how it all connects. You want to feel more confident as a sexual being, overcome anxiety around sex, and feel a deeper connection to yourself and your partner(s).
I see a myriad of people but most of my clients are young professional individuals and couples aged 18-35.
Has it been awhile since you have felt like yourself? Are you struggling with a romantic relationship, your friends or family members, or with depressive or anxious feelings? My goal is to help clients talk through whatever they are struggling with and find a happier and healthier place in their lives. My approach to counseling is down to earth, compassionate, and honest. I am unique in my approach offering a specialized combination of life-coaching, motivation, and problem-solving in hopes of helping my clients work through the heaviness in their mind and find stability and happiness once again.
I see a myriad of people but most of my clients are young professional individuals and couples aged 18-35.
Has it been awhile since you have felt like yourself? Are you struggling with a romantic relationship, your friends or family members, or with depressive or anxious feelings? My goal is to help clients talk through whatever they are struggling with and find a happier and healthier place in their lives. My approach to counseling is down to earth, compassionate, and honest. I am unique in my approach offering a specialized combination of life-coaching, motivation, and problem-solving in hopes of helping my clients work through the heaviness in their mind and find stability and happiness once again.
Erin O'Toole
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have significant experience working with couples and families as well as individuals.
Hi, I’m Erin! While life can be absolutely beautiful, it can also be difficult to feel contentment and notice the joy when you are overwhelmed with anxiety, doubt, and negative beliefs about yourself. It can feel comfortable to stay stuck in a pattern that is not serving you, but I’m betting that you’re becoming more uncomfortable with staying the same than you have in the past. While working together, you will learn how to navigate difficult thoughts that promote hard feelings. You will obtain skills to self regulate and accept things outside of your control, while becoming familiar with healthy boundaries that promote balance.
I have significant experience working with couples and families as well as individuals.
Hi, I’m Erin! While life can be absolutely beautiful, it can also be difficult to feel contentment and notice the joy when you are overwhelmed with anxiety, doubt, and negative beliefs about yourself. It can feel comfortable to stay stuck in a pattern that is not serving you, but I’m betting that you’re becoming more uncomfortable with staying the same than you have in the past. While working together, you will learn how to navigate difficult thoughts that promote hard feelings. You will obtain skills to self regulate and accept things outside of your control, while becoming familiar with healthy boundaries that promote balance.
We all need someone we can confide in and feel safe with. I would love to walk with you through some of life’s difficulties, including relationship issues, addiction, loss, aging, and fears. A specialty of mine is working with couples and families. We will explore your needs and increase hope and strength.
We all need someone we can confide in and feel safe with. I would love to walk with you through some of life’s difficulties, including relationship issues, addiction, loss, aging, and fears. A specialty of mine is working with couples and families. We will explore your needs and increase hope and strength.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618 (Online Only)
My experience includes working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, incarceration/reintegration and relationship issues including family dynamic and divorce.
Life can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate, whether this is a new challenge or a long standing one. My hope is that, through our work together, you will feel empowered and confident to navigate difficult decisions. We will look at both past and present aspects of your life and utilize a humanistic approach to explore the relationship between you and your triggers, stressors and internal/external conflicts. I provide a safe, supportive, and accepting environment to evoke meaningful change, learn appropriate responses, shift distorted thinking, and develop self-respect.
My experience includes working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, incarceration/reintegration and relationship issues including family dynamic and divorce.
Life can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate, whether this is a new challenge or a long standing one. My hope is that, through our work together, you will feel empowered and confident to navigate difficult decisions. We will look at both past and present aspects of your life and utilize a humanistic approach to explore the relationship between you and your triggers, stressors and internal/external conflicts. I provide a safe, supportive, and accepting environment to evoke meaningful change, learn appropriate responses, shift distorted thinking, and develop self-respect.
Working with individuals and couples, I specialize in life transitions, both personal and professional, trauma, identity issues, end-of-life concerns, grief, loss, sexual abuse, and adverse early life experiences.
My practice is a testament to the belief that every individual has the strength to navigate life's transitions and emerge with a deeper understanding of themselves and their unique path forward. I am committed to joining my clients on their journey with empathy, openness, professionalism, and care. The truth is simple. The most crucial growth happens when you realize you have a choice. I aim to guide you through a collaborative and solution-focused therapeutic process, empowering you to adapt to life's changes in pursuit of your goals for wellness and a life that feels more authentically yours.
Working with individuals and couples, I specialize in life transitions, both personal and professional, trauma, identity issues, end-of-life concerns, grief, loss, sexual abuse, and adverse early life experiences.
My practice is a testament to the belief that every individual has the strength to navigate life's transitions and emerge with a deeper understanding of themselves and their unique path forward. I am committed to joining my clients on their journey with empathy, openness, professionalism, and care. The truth is simple. The most crucial growth happens when you realize you have a choice. I aim to guide you through a collaborative and solution-focused therapeutic process, empowering you to adapt to life's changes in pursuit of your goals for wellness and a life that feels more authentically yours.
I offer insightful counseling in a welcoming, judgement free space. I specialize in couples therapy, relationship issues, and helping individuals cope with and overcome symptoms of anxiety and depression. I focus on the whole person, knowing no one is simply the sum of their symptoms.
I offer insightful counseling in a welcoming, judgement free space. I specialize in couples therapy, relationship issues, and helping individuals cope with and overcome symptoms of anxiety and depression. I focus on the whole person, knowing no one is simply the sum of their symptoms.
I offer counseling services for couples, families, and individuals to help them understand the addictive cycle and to implement recovery for family members of all ages.
When addiction is present in a family, its effects are not only felt by the addict, they also have a profound impact on the entire family system. By including all family members in the recovery process, I can help the healing begin and offer support for the trauma that everyone has experienced.
I offer counseling services for couples, families, and individuals to help them understand the addictive cycle and to implement recovery for family members of all ages.
When addiction is present in a family, its effects are not only felt by the addict, they also have a profound impact on the entire family system. By including all family members in the recovery process, I can help the healing begin and offer support for the trauma that everyone has experienced.
I have daytime availability right now. I work with clients from early childhood to adulthood across various life stages. We partner to address “big feelings” and behaviors, as well as symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-harm, and low self-esteem. My foundational approach is rooted in person-centered and strengths-based principles. With younger clients, I leverage techniques from play and creative arts therapies, as well as mindfulness tools. For adolescents and adults, I employ an eclectic toolkit with methods from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Design Thinking.
I have daytime availability right now. I work with clients from early childhood to adulthood across various life stages. We partner to address “big feelings” and behaviors, as well as symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-harm, and low self-esteem. My foundational approach is rooted in person-centered and strengths-based principles. With younger clients, I leverage techniques from play and creative arts therapies, as well as mindfulness tools. For adolescents and adults, I employ an eclectic toolkit with methods from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Design Thinking.
Megan Montgomery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, TCTSY-F
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14618
I provide individuals or couples considering building their family through adoption, education and counseling.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NY & MA who has spent my career working in the field of adoption. I have over 15 years of experience working with adoptive families, am Attachment and Trauma Focused Trained as well as a Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga Facilitator. I provide pre and post adoption support that includes individual consultations to those considering adoption as a pathway to grow their family, short-term attachment-focused counseling with adoptive families, can support adoptees who are considering searching for birth family and offer Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga.
I provide individuals or couples considering building their family through adoption, education and counseling.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NY & MA who has spent my career working in the field of adoption. I have over 15 years of experience working with adoptive families, am Attachment and Trauma Focused Trained as well as a Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga Facilitator. I provide pre and post adoption support that includes individual consultations to those considering adoption as a pathway to grow their family, short-term attachment-focused counseling with adoptive families, can support adoptees who are considering searching for birth family and offer Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga.
As a clinical psychologist specializing in relationship difficulties, I have worked with many individuals who struggle with conflict in their intimate relationships, experience fears about closeness or intimacy, feel anxiety about relating to others, and those who have trouble feeling generally satisfied in their relationships. I believe that dissatisfying relationships contribute to emotional stress and pain, and that promoting stronger, healthier relationships can lead to people experiencing happier and more productive lives. I work with individuals to explore these struggles and develop understanding or insight about their patterns in relationships, with the ultimate goal of helping people have a different experience in their current relationships.
As a clinical psychologist specializing in relationship difficulties, I have worked with many individuals who struggle with conflict in their intimate relationships, experience fears about closeness or intimacy, feel anxiety about relating to others, and those who have trouble feeling generally satisfied in their relationships. I believe that dissatisfying relationships contribute to emotional stress and pain, and that promoting stronger, healthier relationships can lead to people experiencing happier and more productive lives. I work with individuals to explore these struggles and develop understanding or insight about their patterns in relationships, with the ultimate goal of helping people have a different experience in their current relationships.
Isaac Jacobs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rochester, NY 14607
This approach helps him work effectively with clients from all walks of life, including professionals, parents, couples, consensually non-monogamous, young adults, teenagers, persons of color, & LGBTQ+ community.
Isaac is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Rochester, NY. Isaac is a Trauma-Informed therapist, Yoga Teacher (200-Hr), and Master Level Reiki Practitioner. Isaac is an experienced clinician with several years of clinical experience and knowledge. Isaac specializes in working with teens (ages 16+), emerging adults, and adults who may these challenges: Anxiety, Depression, Relationship + Family problems, Religious + Spiritual Abuse/Trauma, and Difficult Life Transitions. Isaac is also a LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapist.
This approach helps him work effectively with clients from all walks of life, including professionals, parents, couples, consensually non-monogamous, young adults, teenagers, persons of color, & LGBTQ+ community.
Isaac is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Rochester, NY. Isaac is a Trauma-Informed therapist, Yoga Teacher (200-Hr), and Master Level Reiki Practitioner. Isaac is an experienced clinician with several years of clinical experience and knowledge. Isaac specializes in working with teens (ages 16+), emerging adults, and adults who may these challenges: Anxiety, Depression, Relationship + Family problems, Religious + Spiritual Abuse/Trauma, and Difficult Life Transitions. Isaac is also a LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapist.
My practice is rooted in a genuine passion for helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of being human.
Let's share a comfortable, easy, judgment-free therapeutic journey tailored just for you. My office is a judgment-free zone. Nobody has their life 100% together. Not even me. It's all part of the human experience - embracing growth, learning, and diving into the unknown, even if it means stumbling along the way. It might feel a bit awkward at times, but there's a certain freedom and beauty in being truly seen for who we are, imperfections and all.
My practice is rooted in a genuine passion for helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of being human.
Let's share a comfortable, easy, judgment-free therapeutic journey tailored just for you. My office is a judgment-free zone. Nobody has their life 100% together. Not even me. It's all part of the human experience - embracing growth, learning, and diving into the unknown, even if it means stumbling along the way. It might feel a bit awkward at times, but there's a certain freedom and beauty in being truly seen for who we are, imperfections and all.
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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.