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Marty Plog Lpc Cpcs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jefferson, GA 30549
Waitlist for new clients
In my 40+ years of counseling experience, I have helped thousands of people. I have extensive experience working with the Christian community and also have clients with no religious background. I can work on issues like anger, depression, ADHD, anxiety, addiction,and grief. Having worked 15 years in psychiatric hospital settings has helped by exposing me to people dealing with serious issues. My clients say I am a great listener, am easy to talk to and they enjoy my sense of humor. See my website at www.counselingguy.com. I also now offer video sessions.
In my 40+ years of counseling experience, I have helped thousands of people. I have extensive experience working with the Christian community and also have clients with no religious background. I can work on issues like anger, depression, ADHD, anxiety, addiction,and grief. Having worked 15 years in psychiatric hospital settings has helped by exposing me to people dealing with serious issues. My clients say I am a great listener, am easy to talk to and they enjoy my sense of humor. See my website at www.counselingguy.com. I also now offer video sessions.
(678) 688-9924 View (678) 688-9924

Online Therapists

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Dadron Deon Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, Dr, LPC, MAC, CAMS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
I'm here to address your anxiety, depression, irritable mood triggers, poor relationship building and inconsistency.
Greetings. I am a Counselor/ Therapist that focuses on meeting your needs. We are here for you as our country is undergoing a major crisis. We are offering telemental health video sessions for you. My role as a Licensed Counselor is to provide confidential behavioral health services to adults, children and adolescents in an outpatient or community setting. I focus on identifying core issues. Duties will include, but not limited to individual counseling, group therapy, family counseling and contact within the community in terms of locating employment, self help & housing.
I'm here to address your anxiety, depression, irritable mood triggers, poor relationship building and inconsistency.
Greetings. I am a Counselor/ Therapist that focuses on meeting your needs. We are here for you as our country is undergoing a major crisis. We are offering telemental health video sessions for you. My role as a Licensed Counselor is to provide confidential behavioral health services to adults, children and adolescents in an outpatient or community setting. I focus on identifying core issues. Duties will include, but not limited to individual counseling, group therapy, family counseling and contact within the community in terms of locating employment, self help & housing.
(404) 495-5341 View (404) 495-5341
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Krystal West
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stonecrest, GA 30038  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping individuals who may have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, crisis, anger management issues, grief/loss and relationship issues to name a few.
Has the journey of life been an uphill battle? Has the twist and turns caused you to lose focus on your path? If so, I would love to help. There is no roadmap to a happy and fulfilling life. However, many of us have the tools and the strength to make it through life's difficult circumstances. Together we will build self-efficacy. Therapy structured and focused on you. Out of the box thinking and perspectives is what makes my sessions so unique.
I specialize in helping individuals who may have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, crisis, anger management issues, grief/loss and relationship issues to name a few.
Has the journey of life been an uphill battle? Has the twist and turns caused you to lose focus on your path? If so, I would love to help. There is no roadmap to a happy and fulfilling life. However, many of us have the tools and the strength to make it through life's difficult circumstances. Together we will build self-efficacy. Therapy structured and focused on you. Out of the box thinking and perspectives is what makes my sessions so unique.
(770) 746-8523 View (770) 746-8523
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Jacquelyn Rucker
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30308  (Online Only)
Are you tired of feeling defeated or unmotivated? Job stressing you out more than usual? Or, struggling to figure out how to improve your relationship with your partner? I offer a safe place to unpack the things weighing you down. My passion is to help individuals and couples reconnect, with themselves and each other. Together, we can remove the blocks standing in between you and the life you desire to live.
Are you tired of feeling defeated or unmotivated? Job stressing you out more than usual? Or, struggling to figure out how to improve your relationship with your partner? I offer a safe place to unpack the things weighing you down. My passion is to help individuals and couples reconnect, with themselves and each other. Together, we can remove the blocks standing in between you and the life you desire to live.
(470) 291-4972 View (470) 291-4972
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Soleil - Positive Life Balance
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Union City, GA 30291
At Soleil Counseling & Wellness LLC Positive Life Balance, we are committed to helping individuals and couples use their struggles to grow and achieve a more fulfilling life.
Are you struggling with feeling down, sad, and or unmotivated? Or maybe you feel tired, irritable, and constantly upset? Do you feel stuck and powerless in your ability to manage anxiety or depression? Are you having issues in your relationships at home or at work and feeling detached, undervalued, or unsatisfied? Are you struggling with connecting with people in your life? Despite everything you have tried, it seems hard to find answers or lasting relief. Too often individuals feel unhappy with their life and manage their pain with food, alcohol, unhealthy relationships, and other distractions or dysfunctional behaviors.
At Soleil Counseling & Wellness LLC Positive Life Balance, we are committed to helping individuals and couples use their struggles to grow and achieve a more fulfilling life.
Are you struggling with feeling down, sad, and or unmotivated? Or maybe you feel tired, irritable, and constantly upset? Do you feel stuck and powerless in your ability to manage anxiety or depression? Are you having issues in your relationships at home or at work and feeling detached, undervalued, or unsatisfied? Are you struggling with connecting with people in your life? Despite everything you have tried, it seems hard to find answers or lasting relief. Too often individuals feel unhappy with their life and manage their pain with food, alcohol, unhealthy relationships, and other distractions or dysfunctional behaviors.
(678) 403-6392 View (678) 403-6392
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Innovative Lifestyle Network
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30303  (Online Only)
Areas of expertise are: anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship and family issues, grief and loss and life transition issues.
Life can be extremely overwhelming and stressful at times and there will be tough situations where support will be needed. We have a team of therapists who specialize in helping individuals cope with the real stressors of balancing work, relationships, family demands and personal life. We understand how easy it is to lose yourself while trying to conquer all of life's challenges to finding your purpose and fulfillment. With a team of therapists having five or more years of transforming lives, we provide successful and effective counseling, coaching, and educational workshops for all individuals.
Areas of expertise are: anxiety, depression, anger management, relationship and family issues, grief and loss and life transition issues.
Life can be extremely overwhelming and stressful at times and there will be tough situations where support will be needed. We have a team of therapists who specialize in helping individuals cope with the real stressors of balancing work, relationships, family demands and personal life. We understand how easy it is to lose yourself while trying to conquer all of life's challenges to finding your purpose and fulfillment. With a team of therapists having five or more years of transforming lives, we provide successful and effective counseling, coaching, and educational workshops for all individuals.
(470) 444-4512 View (470) 444-4512
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Kristian Perkins May
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sharpsburg, GA 30277
Kristian May is a fully licensed Marriage and Family Therapist serving clients at Discovery Counseling. Kristian graduated from LaGrange College with a BA in Psychology and then pursued Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville. In her career, Kristian provides individual therapy to teens, and adults, as well as family and couples therapy. Kristian specializes in the treatment of: Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Couple Conflicts, Marriage Enrichment, Premarital Counseling, and PTSD. Kristian utilizes client centered, solution focused models of therapy.
Kristian May is a fully licensed Marriage and Family Therapist serving clients at Discovery Counseling. Kristian graduated from LaGrange College with a BA in Psychology and then pursued Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Trevecca Nazarene University in Nashville. In her career, Kristian provides individual therapy to teens, and adults, as well as family and couples therapy. Kristian specializes in the treatment of: Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Couple Conflicts, Marriage Enrichment, Premarital Counseling, and PTSD. Kristian utilizes client centered, solution focused models of therapy.
(678) 675-1202 View (678) 675-1202
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Dr. Chelsea Hall
Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Athens, GA 30606  (Online Only)
I work with individuals, couples, and families ranging in age from children to adults.
My office is a private practice working to strengthen individuals and families in times of transition, trauma, and crisis, assuring the highest quality of service to help reach your next level. I offer services that will support and empower clients to go to the next level of living, mind, body, and soul while enhancing personal growth and development. It is my goal to explore and equip clients with the necessary tools so that they may become productive and effective in their homes and community.
I work with individuals, couples, and families ranging in age from children to adults.
My office is a private practice working to strengthen individuals and families in times of transition, trauma, and crisis, assuring the highest quality of service to help reach your next level. I offer services that will support and empower clients to go to the next level of living, mind, body, and soul while enhancing personal growth and development. It is my goal to explore and equip clients with the necessary tools so that they may become productive and effective in their homes and community.
(706) 574-3920 View (706) 574-3920
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Justie Huff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Douglasville, GA 30134
Life can become overwhelming. Sometimes we all need a little help navigating the journey. Allow me the opportunity to assist you on that journey of restoring hope, healing trauma, or overcoming. I have a passion for working with BIOPOC (Black, Brown, & Indigenous People of Color), LGBTQ+ youth, trauma, & families in crisis. I've had the honor of working with children and youth with Developmental Disabilities and Autism, chronic illnesses, and clients managing bipolar, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, anger and relationship issues.
Life can become overwhelming. Sometimes we all need a little help navigating the journey. Allow me the opportunity to assist you on that journey of restoring hope, healing trauma, or overcoming. I have a passion for working with BIOPOC (Black, Brown, & Indigenous People of Color), LGBTQ+ youth, trauma, & families in crisis. I've had the honor of working with children and youth with Developmental Disabilities and Autism, chronic illnesses, and clients managing bipolar, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, anger and relationship issues.
(678) 252-5143 View (678) 252-5143
Photo of Jessica Szokoly, LPC, MAC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Jessica Szokoly
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30009
As a therapist, my main goal is to empower people to make positive changes and improve relationships. I also have a passion for helping families affected by addiction. In practice I use person centered therapy techniques as a basis for building the counseling relationship which will create a safe space for you to work on accomplishing goals. I cater therapy to individual client needs using evidence based approaches to therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as motivational interviewing, mindfulness based therapy, and solution focused therapies to help clients identify and overcome roadblocks to change.
As a therapist, my main goal is to empower people to make positive changes and improve relationships. I also have a passion for helping families affected by addiction. In practice I use person centered therapy techniques as a basis for building the counseling relationship which will create a safe space for you to work on accomplishing goals. I cater therapy to individual client needs using evidence based approaches to therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as motivational interviewing, mindfulness based therapy, and solution focused therapies to help clients identify and overcome roadblocks to change.
(770) 604-1630 View (770) 604-1630
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Charles L Britt, Jr., MS, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30040
Since 1998 my cognitive-behavioral therapy approach has benefited a variety of client issues such as depression, anxiety, substance disorders, anger disorders, and couples work.
Are you or do you know someone who is suffering from problems such as depression, anxiety,anger or addiction? Many of us at times find ourselves or our loved ones trapped and having difficulty finding a way out of the problems life brings. Through the suffering and the pain we are tempted to give up in despair, unable to see a way through the confusion and hopelessness.As a Christian counselor I seek to minister to the mental, emotional and spiritual needs of the individual, couple or families who may be struggling with various problems.
Since 1998 my cognitive-behavioral therapy approach has benefited a variety of client issues such as depression, anxiety, substance disorders, anger disorders, and couples work.
Are you or do you know someone who is suffering from problems such as depression, anxiety,anger or addiction? Many of us at times find ourselves or our loved ones trapped and having difficulty finding a way out of the problems life brings. Through the suffering and the pain we are tempted to give up in despair, unable to see a way through the confusion and hopelessness.As a Christian counselor I seek to minister to the mental, emotional and spiritual needs of the individual, couple or families who may be struggling with various problems.
(678) 824-2142 x1 View (678) 824-2142 x1
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Counseling Innovations
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S, CPCS, CHT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30060
As a licensed professional counselor, my goal is to help individuals, couples, and families identify areas where change is needed to enhance growth, harmony, and balance in their lives. I take a holistic approach to therapy by incorporating a variety of therapeutic modalities into my practice including CBT, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Imago Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness Based Therapy (i.e., meditation, guided imagery, deep breathing), Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Hypnotherapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, and Animal Assisted Therapy.
As a licensed professional counselor, my goal is to help individuals, couples, and families identify areas where change is needed to enhance growth, harmony, and balance in their lives. I take a holistic approach to therapy by incorporating a variety of therapeutic modalities into my practice including CBT, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Imago Therapy, DBT, Mindfulness Based Therapy (i.e., meditation, guided imagery, deep breathing), Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Hypnotherapy, Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, and Animal Assisted Therapy.
(678) 919-1077 View (678) 919-1077
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Steven Weinstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Duluth, GA 30096
I am here to help you. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of individuals, couples and families. Over my 25 years in practice I have had extensive training and experience working with clients on relationship issues, depression, and anxiety. Each individual, couple or family is unique. Regardless of the problem, my approach is to assess each case on an individual basis. After a thorough assessment, a treatment plan with specific goals is formulated. I specifically tailor each treatment to the needs of the individual, couple, or family. These goals are then continually reassessed throughout treatment to ensure they are being met.
I am here to help you. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of individuals, couples and families. Over my 25 years in practice I have had extensive training and experience working with clients on relationship issues, depression, and anxiety. Each individual, couple or family is unique. Regardless of the problem, my approach is to assess each case on an individual basis. After a thorough assessment, a treatment plan with specific goals is formulated. I specifically tailor each treatment to the needs of the individual, couple, or family. These goals are then continually reassessed throughout treatment to ensure they are being met.
(678) 701-4571 View (678) 701-4571
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Janae Combs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Lawrenceville, GA 30046  (Online Only)
Janae also provides pre-marital, marital and couples counseling.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with individuals, families and teens (ages 13 and up), with a specialty in working with Couples. I have 15 years of experience in the counseling field. I use a growth-oriented approach in helping my clients create positive life changes. These changes will inevitably enhance and build on their existing strengths, insights, and skills while they cultivate new ones. I truly believe that most people instinctively know what is best for them and their situation. However, we sometimes do not follow our instincts for a variety of reasons including situational circumstances, unhealthy relationships, and low self-esteem.
Janae also provides pre-marital, marital and couples counseling.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with individuals, families and teens (ages 13 and up), with a specialty in working with Couples. I have 15 years of experience in the counseling field. I use a growth-oriented approach in helping my clients create positive life changes. These changes will inevitably enhance and build on their existing strengths, insights, and skills while they cultivate new ones. I truly believe that most people instinctively know what is best for them and their situation. However, we sometimes do not follow our instincts for a variety of reasons including situational circumstances, unhealthy relationships, and low self-esteem.
(678) 321-7946 View (678) 321-7946
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Dr. K. Jabarr Goodrum
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
Sandy Springs, GA 30350  (Online Only)
Are you overwhelmed with relationship stress, anxiety, depression or addiction? Do you need help identifying effective solutions to your relationship and personal issues? I can provide a safe space for you to gain insight into your personal needs. I'm a Doctor of Marriage & Family Therapy and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who can help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as they relate to your personal and relationship experiences. I treat couples and individuals ages 18-99 with a range of issues including relationship conflict, infidelity, work stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, trauma, and addiction.
Are you overwhelmed with relationship stress, anxiety, depression or addiction? Do you need help identifying effective solutions to your relationship and personal issues? I can provide a safe space for you to gain insight into your personal needs. I'm a Doctor of Marriage & Family Therapy and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who can help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as they relate to your personal and relationship experiences. I treat couples and individuals ages 18-99 with a range of issues including relationship conflict, infidelity, work stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, trauma, and addiction.
(770) 282-8352 View (770) 282-8352
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Own The Moment Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hiram, GA 30141
With my counseling practice, I am bringing into this Profession 12 years of personal experience from an unhealthy relationship and 4 years practicing as a Licensed Counselor with a Master's of Mental Health Counseling.
"Are you tired of being sick and tired with life as status quo? "Are you feeling that your life has no meaning or purpose? "Are you feeling stuck and unfulfilled? "Do you feel that life experiences are happening to you instead of for you in order to have growth and change? is this you? Just remember that you are not alone. I would love to partner with you in reaching your goals of having a more fulfilled and productive life on your terms.
With my counseling practice, I am bringing into this Profession 12 years of personal experience from an unhealthy relationship and 4 years practicing as a Licensed Counselor with a Master's of Mental Health Counseling.
"Are you tired of being sick and tired with life as status quo? "Are you feeling that your life has no meaning or purpose? "Are you feeling stuck and unfulfilled? "Do you feel that life experiences are happening to you instead of for you in order to have growth and change? is this you? Just remember that you are not alone. I would love to partner with you in reaching your goals of having a more fulfilled and productive life on your terms.
(678) 408-1513 View (678) 408-1513
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Jasmin Seapoe
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fayetteville, GA 30214  (Online Only)
It is my pleasure to help clients in their healing journeys. I have an Associate License in counseling years of experience treating couples and families affected by various Mental Health Diagnoses. My mission is to motivate and inspire clients to eradicate fear and live in freedom.
It is my pleasure to help clients in their healing journeys. I have an Associate License in counseling years of experience treating couples and families affected by various Mental Health Diagnoses. My mission is to motivate and inspire clients to eradicate fear and live in freedom.
(404) 445-1334 View (404) 445-1334
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Munazza Waseem
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rome, GA 30165  (Online Only)
You are worthy and enough, just as you are! I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I have a great passion for helping children, teens, and adults find contentment in life and learn to ride the natural waves of emotions. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression.
You are worthy and enough, just as you are! I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I have a great passion for helping children, teens, and adults find contentment in life and learn to ride the natural waves of emotions. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression.
(706) 418-2128 View (706) 418-2128
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Bob J Bodzioch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Douglasville, GA 30134
He has worked with individuals, teenagers, adults, couples, families, and groups.
Bob works together with clients, focusing on solutions, for people to move on in life. Bob is trained, and has extensive experience in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), to treat traumas which can be sexual, physical, emotional abuse, and/or veterans of war.
He has worked with individuals, teenagers, adults, couples, families, and groups.
Bob works together with clients, focusing on solutions, for people to move on in life. Bob is trained, and has extensive experience in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), to treat traumas which can be sexual, physical, emotional abuse, and/or veterans of war.
(678) 838-8333 x108 View (678) 838-8333 x108
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Silke at The Counseling Group LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC, APC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cumming, GA 30041
I use cognitive-behavioral interventions, DBT, solution-focused, and mindfulness techniques when working with individuals, couples, families, and groups.
Therapy should be a safe place to unload, work through difficult topic, experience feelings fully, change behavior, and heal. I am here to support you on this journey. I meet my clients where they are versus telling them how and where to be. I have several years of international working experience in the mental health field to offer and I received education and training in this field oversea.
I use cognitive-behavioral interventions, DBT, solution-focused, and mindfulness techniques when working with individuals, couples, families, and groups.
Therapy should be a safe place to unload, work through difficult topic, experience feelings fully, change behavior, and heal. I am here to support you on this journey. I meet my clients where they are versus telling them how and where to be. I have several years of international working experience in the mental health field to offer and I received education and training in this field oversea.
(770) 651-0330 View (770) 651-0330

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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.