Couples Counseling Therapists in North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ
Clare Graff
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT, MS MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
It is an honor to get to sit with couples, families, individuals, especially teens and young adults, in understanding their emotions, needs and how their past may be impacting their present.
I believe that life is made to be lived to the fullest and am passionate to work with those who are facing obstacles that make it feel impossible to do so! My passion lies in guiding couples and individuals in working through the "stuck" points in their lives to unlock, more meaningful connections and fulfillment. Whether you're grappling with life transitions, relationship dynamics, trauma, grief, self esteem, or struggles with anxiety and depression, I am dedicated to helping you cultivate a strong sense of self and leveraging it to enrich your life and relationships!
It is an honor to get to sit with couples, families, individuals, especially teens and young adults, in understanding their emotions, needs and how their past may be impacting their present.
I believe that life is made to be lived to the fullest and am passionate to work with those who are facing obstacles that make it feel impossible to do so! My passion lies in guiding couples and individuals in working through the "stuck" points in their lives to unlock, more meaningful connections and fulfillment. Whether you're grappling with life transitions, relationship dynamics, trauma, grief, self esteem, or struggles with anxiety and depression, I am dedicated to helping you cultivate a strong sense of self and leveraging it to enrich your life and relationships!
Gena Kohner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Hello and welcome! I am so glad you are here. The decision to start therapy isn't always an easy one, and you’ve already accomplished one of the hardest parts: starting the process. The process of finding a therapist can also be a bit overwhelming, and finding someone that is a good match for you is essential to your success. Naturally, you may feel a little nervous or uncertain at first, and that is okay! I am here to answer any of your questions and make the process less intimidating. I truly enjoy getting to know my clients and developing a genuine relationship with each one.
Hello and welcome! I am so glad you are here. The decision to start therapy isn't always an easy one, and you’ve already accomplished one of the hardest parts: starting the process. The process of finding a therapist can also be a bit overwhelming, and finding someone that is a good match for you is essential to your success. Naturally, you may feel a little nervous or uncertain at first, and that is okay! I am here to answer any of your questions and make the process less intimidating. I truly enjoy getting to know my clients and developing a genuine relationship with each one.
Krystina A. Gordon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
TEENS: Depression/Anxiety/Self-Esteem, Academic Problems, Cutting, Defiance/Anger, Videogame Addiction & Failure to Launch Successfully into Adulthood COUPLES: Conflict/Crisis Resolution, Infidelity Recovery, Rekindling Love Connection, Enhancing Communication & Repairing Relationship After Conflict FAMILY: Divorce, Co-Parenting in Divorce & Parenting Skills.
Hi! I am Dr. Krystina. I’m excited that you saw something in me that feels like a good fit. I really love helping people at any age discover a more fulfilling, nourishing life — one where they feel connected to what makes them feel truly alive and excited for the future. Text me anytime at (480) 463-4432 or call/email to schedule your free 15-min phone or video meet and greet with me — it’s a quick and easy way for you to get a feel for me and how I can help you. With 17 years of experience (I look younger than I am), you will find that I am very easy to talk to and knowledgeable about how to help you or your child/teen.
TEENS: Depression/Anxiety/Self-Esteem, Academic Problems, Cutting, Defiance/Anger, Videogame Addiction & Failure to Launch Successfully into Adulthood COUPLES: Conflict/Crisis Resolution, Infidelity Recovery, Rekindling Love Connection, Enhancing Communication & Repairing Relationship After Conflict FAMILY: Divorce, Co-Parenting in Divorce & Parenting Skills.
Hi! I am Dr. Krystina. I’m excited that you saw something in me that feels like a good fit. I really love helping people at any age discover a more fulfilling, nourishing life — one where they feel connected to what makes them feel truly alive and excited for the future. Text me anytime at (480) 463-4432 or call/email to schedule your free 15-min phone or video meet and greet with me — it’s a quick and easy way for you to get a feel for me and how I can help you. With 17 years of experience (I look younger than I am), you will find that I am very easy to talk to and knowledgeable about how to help you or your child/teen.
Jamie Pattee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, MAS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
I work with individuals and couples on a variety of issues: rebuilding connection, relationship injury repair, communication, conflict, anxiety, parenting skills, and trauma.
I provide a safe, nonjudgemental space for individuals, couples, and families to build strong and healthy relationships. I believes in guiding individuals through life's obstacles with healthy communication, empathy, and openness, all to ensure change and personal growth with every client.
I work with individuals and couples on a variety of issues: rebuilding connection, relationship injury repair, communication, conflict, anxiety, parenting skills, and trauma.
I provide a safe, nonjudgemental space for individuals, couples, and families to build strong and healthy relationships. I believes in guiding individuals through life's obstacles with healthy communication, empathy, and openness, all to ensure change and personal growth with every client.
Kayla Kuykendall
Counselor, LAC, MS, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
I have a graduate degree in human sexuality from the Center for Human Sexuality Studies of Widener University and am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) at the Scottsdale Center for Sex & Relationship Therapy under supervision from Isa Jones, LMFT, CST and Kim Glenn, LPC, CST.
I work with individuals, couples, and facilitate workshops on sexual health and sex related challenges. Are you dealing with sexual or emotional concerns, perhaps about sexual shame, trauma, relationship conflicts, or identity conflicts? I assist my clients utilizing a therapeutic style that is affirming, sex positive, and empathetic to people of all backgrounds. I help individuals discover their erotic blueprints, explore their fantasies, and incorporate their authentic erotic selves into their relationships. I can also help you by providing treatment of sexual dysfunctions, loss of desire, painful sex, and problems with arousal.
I have a graduate degree in human sexuality from the Center for Human Sexuality Studies of Widener University and am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) at the Scottsdale Center for Sex & Relationship Therapy under supervision from Isa Jones, LMFT, CST and Kim Glenn, LPC, CST.
I work with individuals, couples, and facilitate workshops on sexual health and sex related challenges. Are you dealing with sexual or emotional concerns, perhaps about sexual shame, trauma, relationship conflicts, or identity conflicts? I assist my clients utilizing a therapeutic style that is affirming, sex positive, and empathetic to people of all backgrounds. I help individuals discover their erotic blueprints, explore their fantasies, and incorporate their authentic erotic selves into their relationships. I can also help you by providing treatment of sexual dysfunctions, loss of desire, painful sex, and problems with arousal.
Vivian E Watters
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 (Online Only)
I am a “seasoned” Psychotherapist, serving individuals who suffer with Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Addiction as well as Relationship and family challenges.
Hello, my name is Vivian Watters, LMSW and I am honored to have the opportunity to work with you on your mental health journey. My goal is to bring healing and comfort to many aspects of your life. I understand that there is no ‘one size fits all” when it comes to unravelling life’s stressful challenges, so allow me to be on this journey with you.
I am a “seasoned” Psychotherapist, serving individuals who suffer with Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Addiction as well as Relationship and family challenges.
Hello, my name is Vivian Watters, LMSW and I am honored to have the opportunity to work with you on your mental health journey. My goal is to bring healing and comfort to many aspects of your life. I understand that there is no ‘one size fits all” when it comes to unravelling life’s stressful challenges, so allow me to be on this journey with you.
Joyce Willis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
I offer both individual and couples sessions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor trained in treating addictions, trauma, depression, anxiety and bereavement. I earned my Bachelor of Education Degree in my early adulthood. After teaching for several years, I earned a Master's Degree in counseling and have been in the counseling field since 1996; working extensively with addiction issues and trauma. My goal is to help promote wellness in clients, helping them connect their emotional, mindful and "soul" selves in a compassionate and challenging manner to promote growth. I have assisted Pia Mellody in her PIT Trainings. See my Facebook page: Wellness with Willis.
I offer both individual and couples sessions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor trained in treating addictions, trauma, depression, anxiety and bereavement. I earned my Bachelor of Education Degree in my early adulthood. After teaching for several years, I earned a Master's Degree in counseling and have been in the counseling field since 1996; working extensively with addiction issues and trauma. My goal is to help promote wellness in clients, helping them connect their emotional, mindful and "soul" selves in a compassionate and challenging manner to promote growth. I have assisted Pia Mellody in her PIT Trainings. See my Facebook page: Wellness with Willis.
Nancy Harkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
My commitment to be a partnering therapist to individuals and couples who desire to get off the spiral and move to a place of self-knowledge and self-empowerment.
Let's be honest, each of us at times feels overwhelmed and/or disconnected from our usual selves. It may be a struggle to accept our feelings or lack of feeling in the midst of overwhelm. At this point, our thoughts generally tend to be more negative and self-deprecating than "normal". We can get caught in a downward spiral that affects our self-concept, physical health, emotional well-being, relationships, creativity, and work production. Most of us will, with time, be able to stop the spiral and start returning to the person we were before the initializing event.
My commitment to be a partnering therapist to individuals and couples who desire to get off the spiral and move to a place of self-knowledge and self-empowerment.
Let's be honest, each of us at times feels overwhelmed and/or disconnected from our usual selves. It may be a struggle to accept our feelings or lack of feeling in the midst of overwhelm. At this point, our thoughts generally tend to be more negative and self-deprecating than "normal". We can get caught in a downward spiral that affects our self-concept, physical health, emotional well-being, relationships, creativity, and work production. Most of us will, with time, be able to stop the spiral and start returning to the person we were before the initializing event.
Lisa Stewart Demas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Therapy should be a positive experience for you and when you find the right therapist for you, it is meaningful. I believe all people can benefit from therapy and it’s a courageous step to take. I offer my warmth to allow you to unpack what you need to in a safe place. Some of the most requested types of psychotherapy I provide are: Couples and family, individuation work, strained relationships, healing the inner child, ADHD, codependency, women’s issues, men’s issues, trauma, LGBTQIA, career counseling, self-esteem, stress techniques, healthy parenting, love addiction, anxiety, depression, and grieving.
Therapy should be a positive experience for you and when you find the right therapist for you, it is meaningful. I believe all people can benefit from therapy and it’s a courageous step to take. I offer my warmth to allow you to unpack what you need to in a safe place. Some of the most requested types of psychotherapy I provide are: Couples and family, individuation work, strained relationships, healing the inner child, ADHD, codependency, women’s issues, men’s issues, trauma, LGBTQIA, career counseling, self-esteem, stress techniques, healthy parenting, love addiction, anxiety, depression, and grieving.
Shannon O'Grady
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Relationship issues, college and career pressure, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, loss and grief, or low self-esteem are very common issues I am seeing in our teen and young adult populations.
My therapy practice is dedicated to helping TEENS, COLLEGE AGE STUDENTS and YOUNG ADULTS through challenging times in their lives. This stage in life is such an important time in one’s development and it is easy to become overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed with all that life is throwing at you. I have worked with teens and young adults for over twenty years, and now as a trauma therapist I find there is a greater need than ever to give teens and young adults the coping skills needed to deal with the challenges and stressors they are facing on a daily basis. Some of my brightest young clients feel they are 'not good enough.'
Relationship issues, college and career pressure, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, loss and grief, or low self-esteem are very common issues I am seeing in our teen and young adult populations.
My therapy practice is dedicated to helping TEENS, COLLEGE AGE STUDENTS and YOUNG ADULTS through challenging times in their lives. This stage in life is such an important time in one’s development and it is easy to become overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed with all that life is throwing at you. I have worked with teens and young adults for over twenty years, and now as a trauma therapist I find there is a greater need than ever to give teens and young adults the coping skills needed to deal with the challenges and stressors they are facing on a daily basis. Some of my brightest young clients feel they are 'not good enough.'
Debbie Grosshauser
Marriage & Family Therapist, LAMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Debbie is a dedicated Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in fostering positive transformations for a diverse clientele, spanning adolescents, young adults, individuals, couples, families, and those embarking on pre-marital journeys. At the core of my therapeutic approach lies an appreciation for virtues like kindness, empathy, transparent communication, and the healing power of humor. Recognizing the intrinsic uniqueness of each individual, she embraces a versatile multi-model methodology.
Debbie is a dedicated Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in fostering positive transformations for a diverse clientele, spanning adolescents, young adults, individuals, couples, families, and those embarking on pre-marital journeys. At the core of my therapeutic approach lies an appreciation for virtues like kindness, empathy, transparent communication, and the healing power of humor. Recognizing the intrinsic uniqueness of each individual, she embraces a versatile multi-model methodology.
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My philosophy centers around empowering clients through a strong therapeutic relationship.
I work with clients to: Reduce Self Defeating Behaviors - Reduce Depression and Anxiety -Increase Interpersonal Effectiveness- Increase Ability to Manage Intense Emotions - Explore Values and Work through Relationship Struggles. I use a variety of therapeutic strategies such as Mindfulness-based Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I have extensive training working with Borderline Personality Disorder, (including individuals who may self-harm).
My philosophy centers around empowering clients through a strong therapeutic relationship.
I work with clients to: Reduce Self Defeating Behaviors - Reduce Depression and Anxiety -Increase Interpersonal Effectiveness- Increase Ability to Manage Intense Emotions - Explore Values and Work through Relationship Struggles. I use a variety of therapeutic strategies such as Mindfulness-based Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I have extensive training working with Borderline Personality Disorder, (including individuals who may self-harm).
Tara Costa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
My goal is to help families and couples create open and honest communication within their relationships and strengthen their bond.
The decision to begin therapy is the first step towards healing and oftentimes a difficult one to make. I am here to help couples, families, and individuals find their own path towards healing and connection. I understand how different stressors can impact relationships at different stages of life and aim to provide effective strategies to help you navigate through them. I am passionate about working with couples and utilize Gottman and EFT. Together we can work together to create open and honest communication.
My goal is to help families and couples create open and honest communication within their relationships and strengthen their bond.
The decision to begin therapy is the first step towards healing and oftentimes a difficult one to make. I am here to help couples, families, and individuals find their own path towards healing and connection. I understand how different stressors can impact relationships at different stages of life and aim to provide effective strategies to help you navigate through them. I am passionate about working with couples and utilize Gottman and EFT. Together we can work together to create open and honest communication.
Candi M White
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
I have experience with adolescents, emerging adults, couples and families.
Currently Accepting Individuals and Couples! Life can feel messy some days. Our most important relationships can suffer leaving us feeling alone, hurt, betrayed and just plain stuck! We were designed for connection and without it we struggle. We have a deep down desire to be seen, heard and known. When we can't find connection in our most important relationships we may rely on strategies that serve us for a season but are not sustainable for our healing and growth.
I have experience with adolescents, emerging adults, couples and families.
Currently Accepting Individuals and Couples! Life can feel messy some days. Our most important relationships can suffer leaving us feeling alone, hurt, betrayed and just plain stuck! We were designed for connection and without it we struggle. We have a deep down desire to be seen, heard and known. When we can't find connection in our most important relationships we may rely on strategies that serve us for a season but are not sustainable for our healing and growth.
Renee Moreau Cunningham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
I have a passion for helping people through their struggles. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Jungian Analyst I have the honor of working with a diverse population-individuals, couples, children, adolescents and their families for 30 years now. In helping people resolve their conflicts, I utilize Jungian analysis, Gottman marital therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy to my working ethos. Today, the unexamined life is fraught with difficulties. Psychotherapy is a wise and fruitful investment.
I have a passion for helping people through their struggles. As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Jungian Analyst I have the honor of working with a diverse population-individuals, couples, children, adolescents and their families for 30 years now. In helping people resolve their conflicts, I utilize Jungian analysis, Gottman marital therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy to my working ethos. Today, the unexamined life is fraught with difficulties. Psychotherapy is a wise and fruitful investment.
Naomi Berry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Together, we can break down and reframe the thoughts, feelings and beliefs that no longer serve you so you can reclaim a truly authentic relationship with yourself and make choices that support your core values.
I believe we all have the capacity to learn, grow, heal and create long-lasting change. We hold the innate ability to discover and realize our true potential and live an authentic life in line with our deepest values. I view therapy as a shared, supportive, compassionate journey that can help you tune into your authentic self, develop attainable goals and work toward sustainable, meaningful change. By holistically addressing and integrating mind, body and spirit, all kinds of challenges-depression, anxiety, divorce, stress, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, and trauma-can be better understood and overcome.
Together, we can break down and reframe the thoughts, feelings and beliefs that no longer serve you so you can reclaim a truly authentic relationship with yourself and make choices that support your core values.
I believe we all have the capacity to learn, grow, heal and create long-lasting change. We hold the innate ability to discover and realize our true potential and live an authentic life in line with our deepest values. I view therapy as a shared, supportive, compassionate journey that can help you tune into your authentic self, develop attainable goals and work toward sustainable, meaningful change. By holistically addressing and integrating mind, body and spirit, all kinds of challenges-depression, anxiety, divorce, stress, relationship issues, grief, life transitions, and trauma-can be better understood and overcome.
Amie Celender
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Are you ready to believe that it can get better? Maybe you are new to therapy and ready to make life changes, or maybe therapy has been helpful in the past and it’s time for a tune up. With the right therapeutic fit a new path may open for you and lead you to healing past trauma and reviving your life. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in a variety of clinical settings. I specialize in treating maternal mental health / parental stress management, disordered eating, body image, relationship issues and general mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, self-esteem and trauma.
Are you ready to believe that it can get better? Maybe you are new to therapy and ready to make life changes, or maybe therapy has been helpful in the past and it’s time for a tune up. With the right therapeutic fit a new path may open for you and lead you to healing past trauma and reviving your life. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in a variety of clinical settings. I specialize in treating maternal mental health / parental stress management, disordered eating, body image, relationship issues and general mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, self-esteem and trauma.
Marc is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing in Arizona since 2002. He works with individual adults, couples, families and adolescents (16 years and older he does his best work with) to improve their quality of life by strengthening/developing/utilizing problem solving skills, improving interpersonal relationships, managing/regulating emotions, increasing motivation for change, and overcoming past traumatic experiences so as to live more freely in the here and now.
Marc is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing in Arizona since 2002. He works with individual adults, couples, families and adolescents (16 years and older he does his best work with) to improve their quality of life by strengthening/developing/utilizing problem solving skills, improving interpersonal relationships, managing/regulating emotions, increasing motivation for change, and overcoming past traumatic experiences so as to live more freely in the here and now.
Jerri Shields
Counselor, MC, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults struggling with symptoms of anger, anxiety, depression or sadness; including relationship, connection and communication issues, as well as marriage and relationship counseling.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a private practice located off the 101 and Shea Blvd. I belong to the American Counseling Association (ACA), American Christian Counseling Association (AACC) and a member of the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC). I served on the Board of the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (2013-2019), and as Chairman from (2014-2016, 2017-2018). I was also on the Behavioral Health Rules Subcommittee, Personnel Subcommittee and Counseling Credentialing Committees. I currently volunteer at Scottsdale Bible Church and am an Adjunct Professor at Phoenix Seminary teaching Ethics.
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults struggling with symptoms of anger, anxiety, depression or sadness; including relationship, connection and communication issues, as well as marriage and relationship counseling.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a private practice located off the 101 and Shea Blvd. I belong to the American Counseling Association (ACA), American Christian Counseling Association (AACC) and a member of the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC). I served on the Board of the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners (2013-2019), and as Chairman from (2014-2016, 2017-2018). I was also on the Behavioral Health Rules Subcommittee, Personnel Subcommittee and Counseling Credentialing Committees. I currently volunteer at Scottsdale Bible Church and am an Adjunct Professor at Phoenix Seminary teaching Ethics.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Drop your mask and stop living on autopilot! Let's face it: everyday feels like a struggle, even though you seem to have everything that is supposed to make your happy. it feels like you have no purpose in your life anymore. You're asked to play so many parts in everyday life. The problem is that you're exhausted, and your sense of self was lost along the way. You've been so dedicated to everyone else that now you're feeling stuck and unhappy in your own life. Before you know it, you're fighting off anxiety, sadness, or relationship problems. Everyone looks to you for the answers, but you don't know how to fix anything anymore.
Drop your mask and stop living on autopilot! Let's face it: everyday feels like a struggle, even though you seem to have everything that is supposed to make your happy. it feels like you have no purpose in your life anymore. You're asked to play so many parts in everyday life. The problem is that you're exhausted, and your sense of self was lost along the way. You've been so dedicated to everyone else that now you're feeling stuck and unhappy in your own life. Before you know it, you're fighting off anxiety, sadness, or relationship problems. Everyone looks to you for the answers, but you don't know how to fix anything anymore.
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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.