Couples Counseling Therapists in South Bend, IN

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Abbee Dallek Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46637  (Online Only)
Is anxiety, depression, anger, or frustration interfering in the quality of your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major transition in your life, or watching your teenager or spouse struggle? Are you questioning an important relationship in your life? I can help change patterns of behavior that no longer work, and help you learn more effective problem solving, coping and stress management skills. You can and will engage in life again.
Is anxiety, depression, anger, or frustration interfering in the quality of your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed by a major transition in your life, or watching your teenager or spouse struggle? Are you questioning an important relationship in your life? I can help change patterns of behavior that no longer work, and help you learn more effective problem solving, coping and stress management skills. You can and will engage in life again.
(574) 575-4209 View (574) 575-4209
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Randi Irwin
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46601
I hope to create a meaningful and impactful working relationship with you through our time together.
As of 7/23, I have some morning spots available. If you’re looking for practical, affirming, and person-centered support, you’ve found the right page. I’m here to help you explore your goals and take intentional, logical, and manageable steps toward the life you'd like to see for yourself. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, existential dread, grief, trauma, or just trying to figure yourself out or find your way in this world, I am here to be a consistent and reliable presence of support, compassion, and empowerment to support you in processing through your experiences and overcoming any obstacles you face.
I hope to create a meaningful and impactful working relationship with you through our time together.
As of 7/23, I have some morning spots available. If you’re looking for practical, affirming, and person-centered support, you’ve found the right page. I’m here to help you explore your goals and take intentional, logical, and manageable steps toward the life you'd like to see for yourself. Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, existential dread, grief, trauma, or just trying to figure yourself out or find your way in this world, I am here to be a consistent and reliable presence of support, compassion, and empowerment to support you in processing through your experiences and overcoming any obstacles you face.
(574) 857-4134 View (574) 857-4134
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Gabrielle Yost
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LMHC, LCAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Bend, IN 46617
I offer services for both mental health and addiction issues. I believe in finding hope and love in all the darkest places. Sometimes we encounter overwhelming circumstances on our journey called “life.” I am here to help those who feel lost, broken, and hopeless when all other avenues seem bleak. I believe that there is no “ONE” answer that fits all, therefore I will work with you on your journey to find the perfect balance of peace and reality. I will meet you on your path and we can work together to find a way back to a healthier and happier lifestyle. Interests are couples, addiction, and holistic practices.
I offer services for both mental health and addiction issues. I believe in finding hope and love in all the darkest places. Sometimes we encounter overwhelming circumstances on our journey called “life.” I am here to help those who feel lost, broken, and hopeless when all other avenues seem bleak. I believe that there is no “ONE” answer that fits all, therefore I will work with you on your journey to find the perfect balance of peace and reality. I will meet you on your path and we can work together to find a way back to a healthier and happier lifestyle. Interests are couples, addiction, and holistic practices.
(574) 893-5287 View (574) 893-5287
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Felecia Howell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Life, Coach, MSW, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Bend, IN 46614
Are you having a difficult time coping, with personal, family & relationship issues overwhelmed with the stress of life? Or just feel stuck? Together we can address and identify your needs while building confidence to help you grow. Humbly Changing, strive to remove the stigma of Mental/Behavior health while providing personal tools to help one navigate through life challenges. Life is a journey, let us walk together, evolve, and transform your self-worth. Remember " There is no Perfection in life, only Purpose for all."
Are you having a difficult time coping, with personal, family & relationship issues overwhelmed with the stress of life? Or just feel stuck? Together we can address and identify your needs while building confidence to help you grow. Humbly Changing, strive to remove the stigma of Mental/Behavior health while providing personal tools to help one navigate through life challenges. Life is a journey, let us walk together, evolve, and transform your self-worth. Remember " There is no Perfection in life, only Purpose for all."
(574) 475-8097 View (574) 475-8097
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Latasia Sargent
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46617
To put it simply, I am here for you. I am here to help support and encourage your future growth. I use a person-focused approach and meet you where you're at in your healing journey. I have experience working with all ages of children and adults. I work with couples, families, and individuals struggling with everyday life stress, trauma, mood disorders, emotion management, as well as other mental health struggles. Let me be a safe space for you to feel heard and seen while working through the bad days, also being mindful to celebrate the good ones.
To put it simply, I am here for you. I am here to help support and encourage your future growth. I use a person-focused approach and meet you where you're at in your healing journey. I have experience working with all ages of children and adults. I work with couples, families, and individuals struggling with everyday life stress, trauma, mood disorders, emotion management, as well as other mental health struggles. Let me be a safe space for you to feel heard and seen while working through the bad days, also being mindful to celebrate the good ones.
(574) 626-1265 View (574) 626-1265
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Jessica Kristina Karnes
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46601
I enjoy working with individuals, children, families, and couples. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem, addictions, and grief. I have a particular interest in working with clients who are processing and healing from all forms of trauma. Therapy is a collaborative process and I love to see clients gain new perspectives, decrease symptoms, and increase personal strengths to have a more meaningful life.
I enjoy working with individuals, children, families, and couples. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem, addictions, and grief. I have a particular interest in working with clients who are processing and healing from all forms of trauma. Therapy is a collaborative process and I love to see clients gain new perspectives, decrease symptoms, and increase personal strengths to have a more meaningful life.
(574) 465-6679 View (574) 465-6679
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Jeremiah Wright
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46601
I treat individuals, couples, and families within the context of their systems. A systemic approach to therapy means viewing your challenges within the context of school, work, medical concerns, marriage, family, etc. I believe that being a healthy person means having good boundaries in your biological, psychological, social, emotional and spiritual dimensions of life.
I treat individuals, couples, and families within the context of their systems. A systemic approach to therapy means viewing your challenges within the context of school, work, medical concerns, marriage, family, etc. I believe that being a healthy person means having good boundaries in your biological, psychological, social, emotional and spiritual dimensions of life.
(574) 217-4197 View (574) 217-4197
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Heather Blackford
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
South Bend, IN 46617
*Both teletherapy and in-person visits offered* I focus mainly on Eating Disorder treatment, and I always have a heart for healing the relationship with food and your body. I also enjoy working with couples and families to repair difficult or hurtful relationships with those you love. I view my clients not as hopeless or crazy, but simply as genuine people going through a rough time in their life, who need a little help finding their path. With patience and understanding, I can help you find yours too, using an Adlerian framework and teaching skills grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
*Both teletherapy and in-person visits offered* I focus mainly on Eating Disorder treatment, and I always have a heart for healing the relationship with food and your body. I also enjoy working with couples and families to repair difficult or hurtful relationships with those you love. I view my clients not as hopeless or crazy, but simply as genuine people going through a rough time in their life, who need a little help finding their path. With patience and understanding, I can help you find yours too, using an Adlerian framework and teaching skills grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
(574) 406-8509 View (574) 406-8509
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Mary R Wood
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46637
Everyone wants to be happy. If you are unhappy in your life or in your relationships, there are things you can do that make a difference. I work with individuals, couples, parents and children with fear, anxiety, depression, adjustment to divorce or death, and with those who want to make the relationships work! Evening appointments available.
Everyone wants to be happy. If you are unhappy in your life or in your relationships, there are things you can do that make a difference. I work with individuals, couples, parents and children with fear, anxiety, depression, adjustment to divorce or death, and with those who want to make the relationships work! Evening appointments available.
(574) 607-4806 View (574) 607-4806
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Rachel Zaret-McCrystal
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46617  (Online Only)
I've worked with individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of presenting problems from depression, anxiety, failed relationships, work stress, breakdowns, and adjustment difficulties.
Hi there, I'm Rachel. I want to say what you are doing right now is one big step towards you creating the life you desire. Reaching out for help can be challenging but you are doing it right now. You know yourself better than anyone else. I believe people are the experts of their own life and my job is to help you fine-tune that. My passion is helping people to improve themselves and the relationships around them. Relationships are a vital part of life and help to give us understanding and meaning.
I've worked with individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of presenting problems from depression, anxiety, failed relationships, work stress, breakdowns, and adjustment difficulties.
Hi there, I'm Rachel. I want to say what you are doing right now is one big step towards you creating the life you desire. Reaching out for help can be challenging but you are doing it right now. You know yourself better than anyone else. I believe people are the experts of their own life and my job is to help you fine-tune that. My passion is helping people to improve themselves and the relationships around them. Relationships are a vital part of life and help to give us understanding and meaning.
(574) 766-6749 View (574) 766-6749
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Britany Mahaffa
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46637
I have experience working with parents regarding the parent/child relationship and parenting skills.
As you search for a counselor, the most important thing is to find someone who can help you with the current obstacles you are facing. You deserve someone who is competent, accepting, and compassionate. I am committed to walking alongside you as you deal with life’s difficulties and struggles. I assist in bringing clarity and focus while working with you toward meeting your goals.
I have experience working with parents regarding the parent/child relationship and parenting skills.
As you search for a counselor, the most important thing is to find someone who can help you with the current obstacles you are facing. You deserve someone who is competent, accepting, and compassionate. I am committed to walking alongside you as you deal with life’s difficulties and struggles. I assist in bringing clarity and focus while working with you toward meeting your goals.
(574) 596-3215 View (574) 596-3215
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Donald Cronk
Counselor, LMHC, CST
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46617
I specialize in couples/relationship therapy, families, adolescents and individual adults. I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, specializing in out of control sexual behavior (commonly referred to as sex addiction). I am Gottman and EMDR trained as well trauma informed. I help all clients develop a plan to maximize all aspects of their health.
I specialize in couples/relationship therapy, families, adolescents and individual adults. I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, specializing in out of control sexual behavior (commonly referred to as sex addiction). I am Gottman and EMDR trained as well trauma informed. I help all clients develop a plan to maximize all aspects of their health.
(574) 607-4876 View (574) 607-4876
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Andrea Eriks
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, EMDR, CST, NCC
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46637
Couples and individuals can expect a very self-reflective experience with an emphasis on building resources to help change unhelpful patterns or reduce distress from painful triggers.
Clients seek my help to navigate the struggles and difficulties that often revolve around intimacy/sexuality, family conflict, and personal identity. Those who desire to repair conflicts, reduce problematic (sexual, spiritual, emotional) patterns, establish healthier relationships, or heal trauma interfering with the present will align well. I earned my PhD in Clinical Sexology. This allowed me to professionally expand my practice from relational to deeply personal as sexuality impacts so much. Clients find this work highly valuable.
Couples and individuals can expect a very self-reflective experience with an emphasis on building resources to help change unhelpful patterns or reduce distress from painful triggers.
Clients seek my help to navigate the struggles and difficulties that often revolve around intimacy/sexuality, family conflict, and personal identity. Those who desire to repair conflicts, reduce problematic (sexual, spiritual, emotional) patterns, establish healthier relationships, or heal trauma interfering with the present will align well. I earned my PhD in Clinical Sexology. This allowed me to professionally expand my practice from relational to deeply personal as sexuality impacts so much. Clients find this work highly valuable.
(574) 444-0364 View (574) 444-0364
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Kennedy Blank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46637
I have experience treating anxiety, depression, self esteem struggles, trauma, intimate partner violence, relationship struggles, and life transitions.
My highest priority as a therapist is to provide an empathetic, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel safe discussing life’s challenges. I recognize the courage it takes to begin your healing journey and I am here to join you in that process. ​
I have experience treating anxiety, depression, self esteem struggles, trauma, intimate partner violence, relationship struggles, and life transitions.
My highest priority as a therapist is to provide an empathetic, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel safe discussing life’s challenges. I recognize the courage it takes to begin your healing journey and I am here to join you in that process. ​
(574) 319-7058 View (574) 319-7058
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Julie Perron
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46601
I enjoy supporting people in their quest to improve their relationships and their lives. I counsel pre-teens, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. People's happiness, or lack thereof, is often a direct result of the quality of their relationships. Therapy can help to identify the ways in which we are contributing to poor relationships and take steps to change! Therapy can also help to clarify if a relationship can be improved and is worth salvaging.
I enjoy supporting people in their quest to improve their relationships and their lives. I counsel pre-teens, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. People's happiness, or lack thereof, is often a direct result of the quality of their relationships. Therapy can help to identify the ways in which we are contributing to poor relationships and take steps to change! Therapy can also help to clarify if a relationship can be improved and is worth salvaging.
(574) 742-4612 View (574) 742-4612
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Seasons Counseling of Michiana
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46635
We are here to help with relationship problems, family issues, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, addiction, and other life concerns.
We are here to help with relationship problems, family issues, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, addiction, and other life concerns.
(574) 401-8259 View (574) 401-8259
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Candescent Health and Wellness
CNM, MSN
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46635
Candescent Health and Wellness prioritizes the most intimate needs of well body care in an evidence based, relationship focused and patient centered environment. This inclusive health and wellness practice serves clients through primary & preventative care, GYN related needs, aesthetic wellness, auricular detox, and sexuality education & counseling.
Candescent Health and Wellness prioritizes the most intimate needs of well body care in an evidence based, relationship focused and patient centered environment. This inclusive health and wellness practice serves clients through primary & preventative care, GYN related needs, aesthetic wellness, auricular detox, and sexuality education & counseling.
(574) 626-1565 View (574) 626-1565
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Marianne V West
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, ACSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46637
Hello, I am a licensed clinical social worker in Indiana. Although I have been employed in a variety of social work positions over the years, doing clinical work with individuals, couples, and families has always been my passion. I believe strongly that we have the power to illuminate and strengthen our own lives when we nurture ourselves and allow others to nurture us. My own goals for you, as a client, are to empower, educate, and maintain the highest therapeutic standard of care, and above all, to instill a sense of hopefulness within you no matter the circumstances.
Hello, I am a licensed clinical social worker in Indiana. Although I have been employed in a variety of social work positions over the years, doing clinical work with individuals, couples, and families has always been my passion. I believe strongly that we have the power to illuminate and strengthen our own lives when we nurture ourselves and allow others to nurture us. My own goals for you, as a client, are to empower, educate, and maintain the highest therapeutic standard of care, and above all, to instill a sense of hopefulness within you no matter the circumstances.
(574) 696-4073 View (574) 696-4073
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Callista Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46635
I offer individual, family, and couples therapy.
I know that starting therapy can be a scary process. But, it doesn’t have to be! Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you just haven’t found a therapist you “click” with, I am here to meet you where you are at. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, significant life adjustments, or are suffering from anxiety or depression.
I offer individual, family, and couples therapy.
I know that starting therapy can be a scary process. But, it doesn’t have to be! Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you just haven’t found a therapist you “click” with, I am here to meet you where you are at. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, significant life adjustments, or are suffering from anxiety or depression.
(574) 465-7222 View (574) 465-7222
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Dana Glover
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
South Bend, IN 46601
I am excited to work with individuals from all walks of life. I have a particular interest in working with children and families. I value the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and the impact these have on our lives. I also advocate the importance of implementing boundaries in one’s life in order to empower the client.
I am excited to work with individuals from all walks of life. I have a particular interest in working with children and families. I value the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and the impact these have on our lives. I also advocate the importance of implementing boundaries in one’s life in order to empower the client.
(574) 319-1917 View (574) 319-1917
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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.