Couples Counseling Therapists in Loveland, CO

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Dr Julie Ann Allender
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537
I work with individuals, couples, families and businesses.
Positive & Mindful Therapy. Learn to create a healthy, positive attitude & behaviors in a pleasant environment. No one said it would be easy * Reduce stress * Reduce need for medications* Reduce anxiety* Create successful goals* Improve diet* Anger management* Healthy lifestyles* Learn successful strategies.* Manage depression* Half-Full vs Half-Empty thinking* Motivation Cards* ADHD/ADD* Executive & Life Coaching * Lifestyle Changes including diet, nutrition, exercise, sleep & meditation
I work with individuals, couples, families and businesses.
Positive & Mindful Therapy. Learn to create a healthy, positive attitude & behaviors in a pleasant environment. No one said it would be easy * Reduce stress * Reduce need for medications* Reduce anxiety* Create successful goals* Improve diet* Anger management* Healthy lifestyles* Learn successful strategies.* Manage depression* Half-Full vs Half-Empty thinking* Motivation Cards* ADHD/ADD* Executive & Life Coaching * Lifestyle Changes including diet, nutrition, exercise, sleep & meditation
(719) 212-1116 View (719) 212-1116
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Tobias Francelj
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, as well as couples and families.
I hope to create a warm, validating, and safe space in which we can explore your life’s challenges and successes. Positive growth comes with understanding our past and how this impacts our actions and emotions. I am very familiar with the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as individuals who have alternative lifestyles and relationship styles. I am driven to help those around me in all aspects of their wellbeing. It is important that you feel welcomed and comfortable throughout your counseling journey.
I enjoy working with individuals of all ages, as well as couples and families.
I hope to create a warm, validating, and safe space in which we can explore your life’s challenges and successes. Positive growth comes with understanding our past and how this impacts our actions and emotions. I am very familiar with the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as individuals who have alternative lifestyles and relationship styles. I am driven to help those around me in all aspects of their wellbeing. It is important that you feel welcomed and comfortable throughout your counseling journey.
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Ginger Schmidt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80534
I specialize in: Anxiety Disorders; Sex Therapy, LGBTQ+, Grief, Loss and Life Transition; Women's Issues; Relationship Challenges; Emotional Regulation skills.
Being a goal-oriented person, I strive to assist all I work with in moving toward meaningful goals that can help in creating lasting change and growth in their lives. I thoroughly enjoy guiding clients on "A Purposeful Path" with a therapeutic relationship that enhances awareness in one's life, and has the ability to create long lasting change and personal growth. If change is what you want, I am here to help! Availability limited to Monday-Thursday, scheduling before 3:00p time slot. Waitlist for any time frames after 3:00p.
I specialize in: Anxiety Disorders; Sex Therapy, LGBTQ+, Grief, Loss and Life Transition; Women's Issues; Relationship Challenges; Emotional Regulation skills.
Being a goal-oriented person, I strive to assist all I work with in moving toward meaningful goals that can help in creating lasting change and growth in their lives. I thoroughly enjoy guiding clients on "A Purposeful Path" with a therapeutic relationship that enhances awareness in one's life, and has the ability to create long lasting change and personal growth. If change is what you want, I am here to help! Availability limited to Monday-Thursday, scheduling before 3:00p time slot. Waitlist for any time frames after 3:00p.
(970) 372-2706 View (970) 372-2706
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Ken Mowery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
For couples, I typically begin with PREPARE/ENRICH which is the most advanced couple assessment tool available.
I am a licensed professional counselor who began as a pastor counseling individuals, couples, and families over 30 years ago. It is my greatest joy and honor to help people work through difficult issues, overcome obstacles that have been holding them back, and maximize their potential. I enjoy working with creative people and especially artistic college students. I see a number of student and professional musicians, artists, writers and photographers.
For couples, I typically begin with PREPARE/ENRICH which is the most advanced couple assessment tool available.
I am a licensed professional counselor who began as a pastor counseling individuals, couples, and families over 30 years ago. It is my greatest joy and honor to help people work through difficult issues, overcome obstacles that have been holding them back, and maximize their potential. I enjoy working with creative people and especially artistic college students. I see a number of student and professional musicians, artists, writers and photographers.
(970) 986-4206 View (970) 986-4206
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Heal Your Life and Live Your Dreams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LLP, LMHC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537
I help you discover your dreams and inner strengths and gifts by identifying you true and authentic self. Then I am able to enable and empower you to heal what stands in the way of expressing your authentic self. I have many modalities I work in : client-centered, Internal Family systems, EMDR, trauma-focused, grief therapy and much more. I help you create a plan for healing on many levels: Physical, emotional, spiritual, relational and more. I am a communication and relationship expert and can help you heal your relationship to yourself, to you Family of Ogrin, to past partners and to you children. I do a lot of mediation as well.
I help you discover your dreams and inner strengths and gifts by identifying you true and authentic self. Then I am able to enable and empower you to heal what stands in the way of expressing your authentic self. I have many modalities I work in : client-centered, Internal Family systems, EMDR, trauma-focused, grief therapy and much more. I help you create a plan for healing on many levels: Physical, emotional, spiritual, relational and more. I am a communication and relationship expert and can help you heal your relationship to yourself, to you Family of Ogrin, to past partners and to you children. I do a lot of mediation as well.
(720) 815-4703 View (720) 815-4703
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Cindy Navarrete
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, SWC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
“In the Middle of Difficulty Lies Opportunity.” – Albert Einstein Cindy Navarrete believes that one must provide a safe and nurturing space to heal and grow. With a dash of humor and a genuine desire to help others, Cindy will create a person-centered, strengths-based approach unique to each person’s life journey. Life can be unpredictable at any stage; providing a safe and nurturing environment can help you and your loved ones create a path to find your inner strengths and promote healing. She enjoys working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to help them make lasting, meaningful connections.
“In the Middle of Difficulty Lies Opportunity.” – Albert Einstein Cindy Navarrete believes that one must provide a safe and nurturing space to heal and grow. With a dash of humor and a genuine desire to help others, Cindy will create a person-centered, strengths-based approach unique to each person’s life journey. Life can be unpredictable at any stage; providing a safe and nurturing environment can help you and your loved ones create a path to find your inner strengths and promote healing. She enjoys working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families to help them make lasting, meaningful connections.
(970) 598-5397 View (970) 598-5397
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Chelsea Hirchert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAC II, LLC, SSP
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537
Waitlist for new clients
If you desire to weave whole body healing with skill building and self awareness, it would be an honor to partner with you on your healing journey.
I am inspired by the healing power of community. l specialize in empowering women to find their own magic and helping couples and families thrive. A trusting relationship is vital for therapeutic effectiveness. Clients describe me as humorous and empathetic, with integrity. I create a safe environment for self understanding and leading to a more authentic life. I use holistic integration of modalities such as nature therapy, somatic work, DBT, TF-CBT, Gottman, parts works, EMDR, breath work and mindfulness in a collaborative and supportive manner that is client centered. Retreats, groups, nature intensives & supervision offered.
If you desire to weave whole body healing with skill building and self awareness, it would be an honor to partner with you on your healing journey.
I am inspired by the healing power of community. l specialize in empowering women to find their own magic and helping couples and families thrive. A trusting relationship is vital for therapeutic effectiveness. Clients describe me as humorous and empathetic, with integrity. I create a safe environment for self understanding and leading to a more authentic life. I use holistic integration of modalities such as nature therapy, somatic work, DBT, TF-CBT, Gottman, parts works, EMDR, breath work and mindfulness in a collaborative and supportive manner that is client centered. Retreats, groups, nature intensives & supervision offered.
(970) 541-2904 View (970) 541-2904
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Conrad Frommelt
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MA, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
As a queer and neurodiverse therapist, I want you to feel clearly seen and deeply understood in our therapeutic relationship so that you can show up with clarity and authenticity in your life and relationships.
Feeling truly known and accepted is at the core of the human experience. For this reason, feeling disconnected from those around you can be intensely painful, upsetting, and confusing! As your therapist, I hope to help you build a deeper understanding as well as practical tools which allow you to foster deeper connection with yourself and with those who mean the most to you. I am particularly skilled at working with LGBTQIA+/queer folks, people impacted by neurodiversity (ASD, ADHD, etc.), and relationships in conflict. I believe you deserve a life filled with meaning and connection. Let's figure out how to make it happen!
As a queer and neurodiverse therapist, I want you to feel clearly seen and deeply understood in our therapeutic relationship so that you can show up with clarity and authenticity in your life and relationships.
Feeling truly known and accepted is at the core of the human experience. For this reason, feeling disconnected from those around you can be intensely painful, upsetting, and confusing! As your therapist, I hope to help you build a deeper understanding as well as practical tools which allow you to foster deeper connection with yourself and with those who mean the most to you. I am particularly skilled at working with LGBTQIA+/queer folks, people impacted by neurodiversity (ASD, ADHD, etc.), and relationships in conflict. I believe you deserve a life filled with meaning and connection. Let's figure out how to make it happen!
(970) 659-1288 View (970) 659-1288
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Rachel Rogers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
My mission is to provide a safe environment & relationship in which individuals & couples can explore their concerns.
People who are ready to cultivate the desired change in their life will find guidance at Rooted Wings Counseling, LLC. Clients I work with are anywhere from 18-75+ yrs old, are from different subcultures, and are prepared to invest in themselves. They desire a healthy, functional, & fulfilling lifestyle and are looking for support in achieving that. My clients have a wide range of goals and therapeutic focuses. What they do have in common, is a willingness to be open and a readiness for things to be elevated.
My mission is to provide a safe environment & relationship in which individuals & couples can explore their concerns.
People who are ready to cultivate the desired change in their life will find guidance at Rooted Wings Counseling, LLC. Clients I work with are anywhere from 18-75+ yrs old, are from different subcultures, and are prepared to invest in themselves. They desire a healthy, functional, & fulfilling lifestyle and are looking for support in achieving that. My clients have a wide range of goals and therapeutic focuses. What they do have in common, is a willingness to be open and a readiness for things to be elevated.
(970) 414-2617 View (970) 414-2617
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Wade Brandon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
I believe healing, growth, and change are achievable for everyone. Using a variety of proven therapeutic techniques, my goal is to empower you to reach your full potential. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), working in the mental health and substance abuse fields for over 16 years. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I bring warmth and acceptance to the therapeutic relationship, coming alongside you wherever you are in your journey.
I believe healing, growth, and change are achievable for everyone. Using a variety of proven therapeutic techniques, my goal is to empower you to reach your full potential. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), working in the mental health and substance abuse fields for over 16 years. I have extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I bring warmth and acceptance to the therapeutic relationship, coming alongside you wherever you are in your journey.
(970) 315-3182 View (970) 315-3182
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Foundations Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538
Foundations Counseling is the largest and most trusted private counseling organization in Northern Colorado, serving Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, and surrounding areas. We are a group of highly-trained, expert counselors with multiple specialties. We provide counseling services to individuals, couples, and families of all ages and backgrounds, using proven, research-based techniques. Our priority is offering the highest quality counseling services in a confidential and dignified atmosphere. When you come to Foundations Counseling, you can rest assured you are getting the very best possible care. We believe you can have the life of your dreams. We are here to help you achieve it.
Foundations Counseling is the largest and most trusted private counseling organization in Northern Colorado, serving Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, and surrounding areas. We are a group of highly-trained, expert counselors with multiple specialties. We provide counseling services to individuals, couples, and families of all ages and backgrounds, using proven, research-based techniques. Our priority is offering the highest quality counseling services in a confidential and dignified atmosphere. When you come to Foundations Counseling, you can rest assured you are getting the very best possible care. We believe you can have the life of your dreams. We are here to help you achieve it.
(970) 446-5348 View (970) 446-5348
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Cohesive SOULutions Counseling: Paul Langfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537
Therapy is an investment in your personal transformation, so I commend you on taking the first step to a healthier, happier YOU. You deserve a safe and effective environment to support your successful growth; one we’ll create together based on acceptance, compassion, safety, and trust. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist, I’ve helped hundreds of individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of life’s challenges including addictions, depression, anxiety, brain injuries, relationship struggles, abuse recovery, adolescent concerns, grief, and many of life’s other transitions and discoveries.
Therapy is an investment in your personal transformation, so I commend you on taking the first step to a healthier, happier YOU. You deserve a safe and effective environment to support your successful growth; one we’ll create together based on acceptance, compassion, safety, and trust. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist, I’ve helped hundreds of individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of life’s challenges including addictions, depression, anxiety, brain injuries, relationship struggles, abuse recovery, adolescent concerns, grief, and many of life’s other transitions and discoveries.
(970) 500-5782 View (970) 500-5782
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I Can Help You Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537  (Online Only)
If you are struggling in, your relationship we offer Gottman couples therapy.
Looking for a therapist can be very scary and overwhelming. At I Can Help You Counseling we want to make your therapy sessions as stress free as possible! The therapies we offer are past or present narcissist abuse, Gottman couples therapy, EMDR, Individual and Group therapy.
If you are struggling in, your relationship we offer Gottman couples therapy.
Looking for a therapist can be very scary and overwhelming. At I Can Help You Counseling we want to make your therapy sessions as stress free as possible! The therapies we offer are past or present narcissist abuse, Gottman couples therapy, EMDR, Individual and Group therapy.
(970) 592-5910 View (970) 592-5910
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Amanda Padgett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538
The quality of our relationships, with ourselves and with others, has a profound impact on our quality of life including our mental, emotional, social, environmental, and physical health. I have been clinically serving the relationships of children, adolescents, families, adults, and partners since 2018 within Colorado. I provide therapy for families, parents, partners, and individuals to support empowering them to address their needs related to relationship difficulties, family conflict, behavior change, identity, life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and needs unique to LGBTQIA+, adoption, and foster care.
The quality of our relationships, with ourselves and with others, has a profound impact on our quality of life including our mental, emotional, social, environmental, and physical health. I have been clinically serving the relationships of children, adolescents, families, adults, and partners since 2018 within Colorado. I provide therapy for families, parents, partners, and individuals to support empowering them to address their needs related to relationship difficulties, family conflict, behavior change, identity, life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, and needs unique to LGBTQIA+, adoption, and foster care.
(970) 716-6398 View (970) 716-6398
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Lee Freeman
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
My favorite clients to work with are males ages 12 & up, couples, and groups in conflict. For people who are motivated to grow but feel stuck, I've learned the collaborative process of breakthrough can be fun and exciting! Many of my clients have been Christians, finding they preferred to work through important issues with someone who understands and shares their values. However, your faith can play as much or as little of a role as you would like it to during our time together! My clients tend to value a laid-back yet straightforward style, finding courage to pursue curiosity and adventure instead of fear.
My favorite clients to work with are males ages 12 & up, couples, and groups in conflict. For people who are motivated to grow but feel stuck, I've learned the collaborative process of breakthrough can be fun and exciting! Many of my clients have been Christians, finding they preferred to work through important issues with someone who understands and shares their values. However, your faith can play as much or as little of a role as you would like it to during our time together! My clients tend to value a laid-back yet straightforward style, finding courage to pursue curiosity and adventure instead of fear.
(970) 442-8689 View (970) 442-8689
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Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Loveland
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(855) 524-5193 View (855) 524-5193
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Kristi Hensley
Registered Psychotherapist, MS
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537
I have experience with blended families, substance abuse, couple's communication, childhood trauma's, sexual abuse and couples who are facing divorce.
Life can get very messy, and things happen we just don't know how to handle. If you are going through something you are just not sure about such as relationship issues, abuse, anxiety, depression, affairs, raising teenagers or are just having trouble coping from day to day. Let's sit down and I will listen as we collaborate on ways to handle life in a more positive manor.
I have experience with blended families, substance abuse, couple's communication, childhood trauma's, sexual abuse and couples who are facing divorce.
Life can get very messy, and things happen we just don't know how to handle. If you are going through something you are just not sure about such as relationship issues, abuse, anxiety, depression, affairs, raising teenagers or are just having trouble coping from day to day. Let's sit down and I will listen as we collaborate on ways to handle life in a more positive manor.
(970) 387-4237 View (970) 387-4237
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Evan Powers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
This method allows me to get to know you on a deep level while you achieve new self-discovery so that we can build a fiercely effective working relationship.
There is no question that life has thrown a lot at us lately. Do you have the full support that you need to get through it all? Whether you have been thrust into a significant transition or you realize that a change has been building for a while, often times a little extra help is what you need just to hang on. I am here to walk with you as you set and achieve new goals while addressing the underlying behavioral and emotional concerns that brought on such feelings of stagnation or stress. I promise that anything can be healed when addressed with the right care.
This method allows me to get to know you on a deep level while you achieve new self-discovery so that we can build a fiercely effective working relationship.
There is no question that life has thrown a lot at us lately. Do you have the full support that you need to get through it all? Whether you have been thrust into a significant transition or you realize that a change has been building for a while, often times a little extra help is what you need just to hang on. I am here to walk with you as you set and achieve new goals while addressing the underlying behavioral and emotional concerns that brought on such feelings of stagnation or stress. I promise that anything can be healed when addressed with the right care.
(970) 462-9086 View (970) 462-9086
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Metta Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538
This world can be a painful and confusing place. Whether you’re struggling with men’s issues, ADHD, relationship issues, or a personal challenge, you may be wonder: Can I ever feel good about who I am? Is it even possible for me to be happy? Is it possible to heal from what I've been through? Regardless of your current situation, the answer to all of these questions is “Yes.” Others similarly situated have found a way out, and there is hope for you too. Sometimes a listening heart, a broader perspective, or new insights can help you reframe your understanding of your life. Learn how to treat yourself as if you were a good friend.
This world can be a painful and confusing place. Whether you’re struggling with men’s issues, ADHD, relationship issues, or a personal challenge, you may be wonder: Can I ever feel good about who I am? Is it even possible for me to be happy? Is it possible to heal from what I've been through? Regardless of your current situation, the answer to all of these questions is “Yes.” Others similarly situated have found a way out, and there is hope for you too. Sometimes a listening heart, a broader perspective, or new insights can help you reframe your understanding of your life. Learn how to treat yourself as if you were a good friend.
(970) 744-4237 View (970) 744-4237
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Susan B. Coleman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537
I am trained in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), attachment theory, Gottman method, and Imago Relationship Therapy.
My practice offers a safe and welcoming space for people who are looking to make changes in their lives and relationships. My goal is to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space for you to safely and honestly explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I specialize in working with a variety of issues including self-worth, anxiety, communication issues, work-life balance, parenting difficulties, emotional disconnection or infidelity.
I am trained in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), attachment theory, Gottman method, and Imago Relationship Therapy.
My practice offers a safe and welcoming space for people who are looking to make changes in their lives and relationships. My goal is to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space for you to safely and honestly explore your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. I specialize in working with a variety of issues including self-worth, anxiety, communication issues, work-life balance, parenting difficulties, emotional disconnection or infidelity.
(970) 341-2581 View (970) 341-2581
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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.