Couples Counseling Therapists in Prosper, TX

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Mikayla Downs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Prosper, TX 75078
Healing begins in a warm, trusting relationship with zero judgment, and this means I will take the time to really listen, sit with you as we dig deep, and help you discover blind spots.
Within us there can be pockets of hurt, resentment, fear, and grief. These vulnerable parts coexist uneasily with another side — the one determined to keep moving forward. Therapy can act as a bridge, carefully navigating between these opposing sides. By acknowledging these experiences, we can gradually move forward with more clarity and peace. My goal as your therapist is to create a space that is warm, affirming, and compassionate — a place where you can freely explore your authentic self, dive into the root causes of your suffering, and develop insight into what you are truly searching for.
Healing begins in a warm, trusting relationship with zero judgment, and this means I will take the time to really listen, sit with you as we dig deep, and help you discover blind spots.
Within us there can be pockets of hurt, resentment, fear, and grief. These vulnerable parts coexist uneasily with another side — the one determined to keep moving forward. Therapy can act as a bridge, carefully navigating between these opposing sides. By acknowledging these experiences, we can gradually move forward with more clarity and peace. My goal as your therapist is to create a space that is warm, affirming, and compassionate — a place where you can freely explore your authentic self, dive into the root causes of your suffering, and develop insight into what you are truly searching for.
(469) 765-3163 View (469) 765-3163
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Gillian de La Sayette
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
My extensive experience includes helping adults and couples work through difficulties such as depression, anxiety, parenting issues, divorce, and life transitions.
Life can throw difficult challenges our way. Counseling is a positive way to navigate through these challenges by developing the skills and tools necessary to live a more fulfilled life. Specializing in individual and couple counseling, I seek out the strengths that each person brings to the counseling room, helping women and men achieve balance and fulfillment in their lives and relationships.
My extensive experience includes helping adults and couples work through difficulties such as depression, anxiety, parenting issues, divorce, and life transitions.
Life can throw difficult challenges our way. Counseling is a positive way to navigate through these challenges by developing the skills and tools necessary to live a more fulfilled life. Specializing in individual and couple counseling, I seek out the strengths that each person brings to the counseling room, helping women and men achieve balance and fulfillment in their lives and relationships.
(214) 810-4953 View (214) 810-4953
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Counseling CARE
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Prosper, TX 75078  (Online Only)
, LCSW-S, Practical Parent Certified Parent Educator, & Parent Mediator/Facilitator practicing in TX & CO for children, individuals, couples, & families to overcome personal, relational, or environmental challenges by empowering strengths, support systems, & resources that can create successful goals, positive relationships, & healthy lifestyles.
Life is an adventure, but the road can be tough. We have trouble seeing our way through dark clouds to the light. We struggle to put one step forward when the mountain peak seems so high. We need a compass to point us north & a map to guide us to our destination. You are the expert carving your own trail, but my role, goal, & honor is to walk beside you to remind you how far you’ve come, highlight strengths to navigate the path ahead, find resources to lighten your load, empower goals to move from surviving to thriving, & recognize meaning in every moment & joy in the journey, because the best views come after the hardest climb.
, LCSW-S, Practical Parent Certified Parent Educator, & Parent Mediator/Facilitator practicing in TX & CO for children, individuals, couples, & families to overcome personal, relational, or environmental challenges by empowering strengths, support systems, & resources that can create successful goals, positive relationships, & healthy lifestyles.
Life is an adventure, but the road can be tough. We have trouble seeing our way through dark clouds to the light. We struggle to put one step forward when the mountain peak seems so high. We need a compass to point us north & a map to guide us to our destination. You are the expert carving your own trail, but my role, goal, & honor is to walk beside you to remind you how far you’ve come, highlight strengths to navigate the path ahead, find resources to lighten your load, empower goals to move from surviving to thriving, & recognize meaning in every moment & joy in the journey, because the best views come after the hardest climb.
(972) 787-1221 View (972) 787-1221
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Chevonda Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
You need help. Welcome to the club! We all need help sometimes. Congratulations for being courageous enough to be on this site exploring. I have experience with adults, adolescents and couples with a variety of presenting problems including but not limited to anxiety/stress, depression, relationship issues, martial issues, PTSD, spiritual issues, grief, pain and anger management. Peace of mind and feeling balanced are things you can achieve. Are you ready for change? I look forward to working with you.
You need help. Welcome to the club! We all need help sometimes. Congratulations for being courageous enough to be on this site exploring. I have experience with adults, adolescents and couples with a variety of presenting problems including but not limited to anxiety/stress, depression, relationship issues, martial issues, PTSD, spiritual issues, grief, pain and anger management. Peace of mind and feeling balanced are things you can achieve. Are you ready for change? I look forward to working with you.
(972) 893-9465 View (972) 893-9465
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Tina M Rice
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
Hello, I am a clinical neuropsychologist. My specialty is the brain-behavior relationship. I help you understand how to utilize your powerful brain to overcome emotional challenges. I incorporate a holistic approach to healing and recovery with consideration given to your developmental factors, personality, spirituality, medical comorbidities, impact of medications and support structure. This approach is especially helpful for those with trauma, addiction, disordered eating and relationship problems. I also complete comprehensive neuropsychological, personality, career, and psychological assessments.
Hello, I am a clinical neuropsychologist. My specialty is the brain-behavior relationship. I help you understand how to utilize your powerful brain to overcome emotional challenges. I incorporate a holistic approach to healing and recovery with consideration given to your developmental factors, personality, spirituality, medical comorbidities, impact of medications and support structure. This approach is especially helpful for those with trauma, addiction, disordered eating and relationship problems. I also complete comprehensive neuropsychological, personality, career, and psychological assessments.
(214) 225-7554 View (214) 225-7554
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Brian Kagel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
My work with teens, individuals, couples and families includes managing life transitions, depression, anxiety, anger, careers, extended family issues and a range of other challenges.
The counseling process is about you as a whole person: your values, goals, hopes, family, relationships, career -- your future and where you want to go. Through a collaborative process we’ll develop a plan forward that's tailored specifically to you.
My work with teens, individuals, couples and families includes managing life transitions, depression, anxiety, anger, careers, extended family issues and a range of other challenges.
The counseling process is about you as a whole person: your values, goals, hopes, family, relationships, career -- your future and where you want to go. Through a collaborative process we’ll develop a plan forward that's tailored specifically to you.
(972) 787-0204 View (972) 787-0204
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Marcey Mettica
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
Life can be challenging and difficult at times, but seeking help when you, your child, or your family are struggling is admirable and takes strength, not weakness. Whether you're struggling with a life transition, parenting concerns, or other family issues, we can find solutions and improvements. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families in a variety of settings including agencies, family clinics, universities, courts, hospitals, and private practices, providing me with a wealth of experience with numerous issues and ages. I am the founder and owner of Prosper Counseling, PLLC, with 2 locations.
Life can be challenging and difficult at times, but seeking help when you, your child, or your family are struggling is admirable and takes strength, not weakness. Whether you're struggling with a life transition, parenting concerns, or other family issues, we can find solutions and improvements. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families in a variety of settings including agencies, family clinics, universities, courts, hospitals, and private practices, providing me with a wealth of experience with numerous issues and ages. I am the founder and owner of Prosper Counseling, PLLC, with 2 locations.
(972) 916-9252 View (972) 916-9252
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Lisa Delaplace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CST
Verified Verified
Prosper, TX 75078
Together, we will work to create the relationship you want to have.
Why see an Aasect certified sex therapist? If you and your partner aren’t feeling like partners anymore. You struggle to get on the same page about important issues like parenting and sex. Every conversation ends in an argument leaving you even more disconnected than before. Negative experiences from the past are showing up in your current relationship causing shame, fear and distrust. You may have problems with low desire, painful sex, difficulty with orgasm, delayed or premature ejaculation, erectile difficulties, infidelity or loss of attraction. You or your partner may be considering ending the relationship.
Together, we will work to create the relationship you want to have.
Why see an Aasect certified sex therapist? If you and your partner aren’t feeling like partners anymore. You struggle to get on the same page about important issues like parenting and sex. Every conversation ends in an argument leaving you even more disconnected than before. Negative experiences from the past are showing up in your current relationship causing shame, fear and distrust. You may have problems with low desire, painful sex, difficulty with orgasm, delayed or premature ejaculation, erectile difficulties, infidelity or loss of attraction. You or your partner may be considering ending the relationship.
(469) 373-9705 View (469) 373-9705
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Prosper Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
We are here for you, your child, your relationship/marriage, and your family when you are struggling.
Welcome to Prosper Counseling - Where the pieces of life come together! We are a group practice meeting the needs of all ages. If you are looking for help for yourself, your child, your teen, your relationship/marriage, or your family, you have come to the right place. Are you struggling to see life more clearly and move in a better direction? Do you wish you had more parenting tools, discipline techniques, or a better relationship with your child? Is your marriage or relationship struggling? Are you feeling anxious, sad, or lonely? Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or difficulties with peers? We can help.
We are here for you, your child, your relationship/marriage, and your family when you are struggling.
Welcome to Prosper Counseling - Where the pieces of life come together! We are a group practice meeting the needs of all ages. If you are looking for help for yourself, your child, your teen, your relationship/marriage, or your family, you have come to the right place. Are you struggling to see life more clearly and move in a better direction? Do you wish you had more parenting tools, discipline techniques, or a better relationship with your child? Is your marriage or relationship struggling? Are you feeling anxious, sad, or lonely? Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, depression, or difficulties with peers? We can help.
(214) 206-4374 View (214) 206-4374
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Katrina D Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078  (Online Only)
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and it becomes hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Learning to understand and weather through the stress and discomfort takes a skill that I can help you achieve. Find the clarity that you need, peace and satisfaction you are searching for. Whether it is finding a balance between work and family or relationship issues, I can help.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming and it becomes hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Learning to understand and weather through the stress and discomfort takes a skill that I can help you achieve. Find the clarity that you need, peace and satisfaction you are searching for. Whether it is finding a balance between work and family or relationship issues, I can help.
(636) 200-6182 View (636) 200-6182
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Julia M Wesley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
I specialize in couples therapy using the Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy (PACT). My practice focuses on helping couples create closer, more intimate relationships and addressing the complex challenges of infidelity. PACT therapy integrates neuroscience, attachment theory, and arousal regulation to enhance emotional connection and communication. Whether you're seeking to deepen your bond or heal from the pain of betrayal, I provide a compassionate and supportive space for you and your partner. Together, we can work towards rebuilding trust, understanding each other's needs, and fostering a resilient, loving partnership.
I specialize in couples therapy using the Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy (PACT). My practice focuses on helping couples create closer, more intimate relationships and addressing the complex challenges of infidelity. PACT therapy integrates neuroscience, attachment theory, and arousal regulation to enhance emotional connection and communication. Whether you're seeking to deepen your bond or heal from the pain of betrayal, I provide a compassionate and supportive space for you and your partner. Together, we can work towards rebuilding trust, understanding each other's needs, and fostering a resilient, loving partnership.
(972) 847-0626 View (972) 847-0626
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Taia Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
I believe in the power of a trusting therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change.
Current Openings for Evening and Weekends Available! Welcome! I'm Taia, a dedicated therapist committed to empowering individuals of all ages, identities, and backgrounds on their journey towards healing and personal growth. Adolescence can be a turbulent time filled with emotional highs and lows. I specialize in fostering a safe space for teens to express themselves, build self-esteem, develop coping skills, and navigate the complexities of adolescence. Additionally, I provide support to parents by exploring concerns, enhancing parenting skills, and strengthening the parent-child bond.
I believe in the power of a trusting therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change.
Current Openings for Evening and Weekends Available! Welcome! I'm Taia, a dedicated therapist committed to empowering individuals of all ages, identities, and backgrounds on their journey towards healing and personal growth. Adolescence can be a turbulent time filled with emotional highs and lows. I specialize in fostering a safe space for teens to express themselves, build self-esteem, develop coping skills, and navigate the complexities of adolescence. Additionally, I provide support to parents by exploring concerns, enhancing parenting skills, and strengthening the parent-child bond.
(469) 552-2822 View (469) 552-2822
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Jennifer Sexton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
I work with children, teens, adults & couples.
I am a Yale Medical School trained clinician who has devoted to my work for over 25 years. I use my experience in private practice, schools, hospitals, and psychiatric facilities to contribute to my ability to assist others. My goal is to partner with people to reach their goals. I am a supportive therapist who believes that we both are required to be active participants in the process. After receiving my Master's I was chosen for a fellowship program at Yale Medical School. This training has aided significantly in my ability to provide treatment to my clients & develop/work collaboratively with other professionals.
I work with children, teens, adults & couples.
I am a Yale Medical School trained clinician who has devoted to my work for over 25 years. I use my experience in private practice, schools, hospitals, and psychiatric facilities to contribute to my ability to assist others. My goal is to partner with people to reach their goals. I am a supportive therapist who believes that we both are required to be active participants in the process. After receiving my Master's I was chosen for a fellowship program at Yale Medical School. This training has aided significantly in my ability to provide treatment to my clients & develop/work collaboratively with other professionals.
(469) 278-5934 View (469) 278-5934
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Heather R Hebert
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT, CGP
Verified Verified
Prosper, TX 75078
Each person and their story are uniquely different. I incorporate authenticity, humor, and a pragmatic approach with each client. I feel that rapport is essential to the process of therapy, and the relationship between the therapist and client is where healing begins. It is in these connections that we feel less alone and develop a sense of self. Through personal and professional experiences, I offer unique perspectives and solutions to couples, individuals, and teen girls. I am also a Certified Grief Professional.
Each person and their story are uniquely different. I incorporate authenticity, humor, and a pragmatic approach with each client. I feel that rapport is essential to the process of therapy, and the relationship between the therapist and client is where healing begins. It is in these connections that we feel less alone and develop a sense of self. Through personal and professional experiences, I offer unique perspectives and solutions to couples, individuals, and teen girls. I am also a Certified Grief Professional.
(214) 537-3077 View (214) 537-3077
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Brea Kafentzis
Counselor, MA, LMHCA, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078  (Online Only)
Now Accepting NEW Telehealth Couples and Individuals in WA and TX! No matter where you've been or how stuck you feel, I know you have the ability to grow and heal. Whether you are seeking help as an individual or couple, it is my desire that you find personal empowerment and build meaningful relationships. Using attachment science, I will help you recognize relational patterns that are at the root of things, building change that will last. I specialize in cases of religious trauma, anxiety, depression, divorce, sexual issues, and life transitions (i.e., postpartum issues) with adult individuals and couples.
Now Accepting NEW Telehealth Couples and Individuals in WA and TX! No matter where you've been or how stuck you feel, I know you have the ability to grow and heal. Whether you are seeking help as an individual or couple, it is my desire that you find personal empowerment and build meaningful relationships. Using attachment science, I will help you recognize relational patterns that are at the root of things, building change that will last. I specialize in cases of religious trauma, anxiety, depression, divorce, sexual issues, and life transitions (i.e., postpartum issues) with adult individuals and couples.
(509) 402-1806 View (509) 402-1806
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Planting Seeds Counseling & Coaching, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Prosper, TX 75078
Planting Seeds is a group practice with locations in Frisco and Prosper. We have a staff that offers a variety of techniques and approaches for clients ranging in age from 4 years old through adulthood. We offer individual, couples, family and group therapy. We believe in a holistic approach to self-care and wellness. Life can be difficult and full of unexpected surprises that often knock us off of our feet. If you are searching for a clinician to partner with you as you journey towards health, please call us today.
Planting Seeds is a group practice with locations in Frisco and Prosper. We have a staff that offers a variety of techniques and approaches for clients ranging in age from 4 years old through adulthood. We offer individual, couples, family and group therapy. We believe in a holistic approach to self-care and wellness. Life can be difficult and full of unexpected surprises that often knock us off of our feet. If you are searching for a clinician to partner with you as you journey towards health, please call us today.
(469) 481-6965 View (469) 481-6965
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Dr. Justin Litvin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
Does your anxiety get in the way of doing things? Would you like to improve your relationships with a partner, family, friends, or coworkers? Do you feel down, unmotivated, or not as interested in things as you used to be? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, there is hope! You are not alone in these experiences, and many people have changed their lives through therapy. Therapy is a journey that we take together. There are many paths we can choose from to go in the direction you desire. Everyone is different, and your path is tailored to your needs, preferences, and values.
Does your anxiety get in the way of doing things? Would you like to improve your relationships with a partner, family, friends, or coworkers? Do you feel down, unmotivated, or not as interested in things as you used to be? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, there is hope! You are not alone in these experiences, and many people have changed their lives through therapy. Therapy is a journey that we take together. There are many paths we can choose from to go in the direction you desire. Everyone is different, and your path is tailored to your needs, preferences, and values.
(817) 396-7205 View (817) 396-7205
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Trista L. Jones
Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, CCPS, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
Trista is passionate about sexual health and wellness. She is eclectic in her treatment style working from a person-centered approach to develop strategies for personal growth, healing and hope. Trista believes in the psychosocial care of her clients, as we address immediate presenting issues and gain a better understanding of any deeper-rooted sources of suffering we can foster healthy growth, restoration and change within self and relationships. There is hope. Through a collaborative, therapeutic relationship, improving your quality of life, from YOUR perspective, is her ultimate goal.
Trista is passionate about sexual health and wellness. She is eclectic in her treatment style working from a person-centered approach to develop strategies for personal growth, healing and hope. Trista believes in the psychosocial care of her clients, as we address immediate presenting issues and gain a better understanding of any deeper-rooted sources of suffering we can foster healthy growth, restoration and change within self and relationships. There is hope. Through a collaborative, therapeutic relationship, improving your quality of life, from YOUR perspective, is her ultimate goal.
(972) 737-9034 View (972) 737-9034
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Brittany Lashua
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Prosper, TX 75078
I primarily work with adolescents, teens, adults, families and couples on a wide range of counseling issues like: Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Self-harm, PTSD, Marital Issues or Affairs, Rape, Grief/Loss, Divorce, Infertility/Miscarriage, and Child or Adult physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.
Each person is unique and so is what they come in with. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process. In fact, I pull from different treatment protocols to find what best fits you. This isn't a place where I tell you what to do or give advice, but a place where I join in with you in your process and we collaborate together to meet your needs. My goal is for therapy to be as efficient as possible, working through what we need to each session and maximizing a felt connection by undoing aloneness.
I primarily work with adolescents, teens, adults, families and couples on a wide range of counseling issues like: Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Self-harm, PTSD, Marital Issues or Affairs, Rape, Grief/Loss, Divorce, Infertility/Miscarriage, and Child or Adult physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.
Each person is unique and so is what they come in with. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process. In fact, I pull from different treatment protocols to find what best fits you. This isn't a place where I tell you what to do or give advice, but a place where I join in with you in your process and we collaborate together to meet your needs. My goal is for therapy to be as efficient as possible, working through what we need to each session and maximizing a felt connection by undoing aloneness.
(972) 684-5016 View (972) 684-5016
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Meredith Kriz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Prosper, TX 75078
No matter what your struggles may be, my goal is to meet you where you are, help identify your strengths and build on those as we work toward the change you desire. My clients feel heard, and they are equipped with tools to find balance in their daily lives. Whether people come because they are depressed or overwhelmed with anxiety, their marriage is in trouble or they want to strengthen a strong relationship, my goal is the same: we manage immediate challenges while developing a plan to confront the deeper issues that prevent them from leading a balanced life.
No matter what your struggles may be, my goal is to meet you where you are, help identify your strengths and build on those as we work toward the change you desire. My clients feel heard, and they are equipped with tools to find balance in their daily lives. Whether people come because they are depressed or overwhelmed with anxiety, their marriage is in trouble or they want to strengthen a strong relationship, my goal is the same: we manage immediate challenges while developing a plan to confront the deeper issues that prevent them from leading a balanced life.
(469) 518-7249 View (469) 518-7249
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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.