Marriage Counseling Therapists in Arlington, MA

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Ireneusz Sielski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
Hello, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with expertise in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I work with individuals, couples, and families, drawing on experience with clients from the US and Europe. Licensed in MA and CT. (Note: I accept Tufts insurance with exception of Tufts Health Direct, Tufts Together, Tufts Unify – also called OneCare)
Hello, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with expertise in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I work with individuals, couples, and families, drawing on experience with clients from the US and Europe. Licensed in MA and CT. (Note: I accept Tufts insurance with exception of Tufts Health Direct, Tufts Together, Tufts Unify – also called OneCare)
(508) 501-0561 View (508) 501-0561
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Eva A. Mendes
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
Client testimonials: David G: "Eva's wisdom, compassion, and thoughtful analysis, showed me how my Asperger's was affecting my marriage.
Eva Mendes, LMHC, NCC is an Asperger's/Autism expert and master couples' counselor working with couples where one or both partners have Asperger Syndrome/Autism Spectrum Disorder (diagnosed or suspected). Eva also specializes in working with Asperger's/ASD/ADHD females. Other profiles that she specializes in are ADHD, Social Communication Pragmatic Disorder, and gifted individuals. People often seek out Eva's expertise after many years of confusion regarding these profiles. Eva is the author of two books: Marriage and Lasting Relationships with Asperger's Syndrome and Gender Identity, Sexuality and Autism. Available on Amazon.com
Client testimonials: David G: "Eva's wisdom, compassion, and thoughtful analysis, showed me how my Asperger's was affecting my marriage.
Eva Mendes, LMHC, NCC is an Asperger's/Autism expert and master couples' counselor working with couples where one or both partners have Asperger Syndrome/Autism Spectrum Disorder (diagnosed or suspected). Eva also specializes in working with Asperger's/ASD/ADHD females. Other profiles that she specializes in are ADHD, Social Communication Pragmatic Disorder, and gifted individuals. People often seek out Eva's expertise after many years of confusion regarding these profiles. Eva is the author of two books: Marriage and Lasting Relationships with Asperger's Syndrome and Gender Identity, Sexuality and Autism. Available on Amazon.com
(617) 307-7798 View (617) 307-7798
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Katherine L. Alson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
*NOW ACCEPTING ONLINE CLIENTS IN DAYTIME HOURS* Are you unhappy w/ your relationship? Are you engaged married or in a committed relationship? Does it feel like you & your partner speak different languages, or are having the same arguments over again? Want to feel more connected? I provide pre- marital, marital, & relationship counseling to engaged, married, or dating couples to help build solid, positive connections for the future. I work with you - individually, or as a couple - to anticipate the bumps in the road, & help to have successful, loving relationships. I also work w/ Grief & Loss, Life Transitions, & Sandwich Generation.
*NOW ACCEPTING ONLINE CLIENTS IN DAYTIME HOURS* Are you unhappy w/ your relationship? Are you engaged married or in a committed relationship? Does it feel like you & your partner speak different languages, or are having the same arguments over again? Want to feel more connected? I provide pre- marital, marital, & relationship counseling to engaged, married, or dating couples to help build solid, positive connections for the future. I work with you - individually, or as a couple - to anticipate the bumps in the road, & help to have successful, loving relationships. I also work w/ Grief & Loss, Life Transitions, & Sandwich Generation.
(339) 707-7067 View (339) 707-7067
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Jennifer Austin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I am trained to support you and your partner in creating a relationship in which you work together to ensure each partner's needs are understood, respected, and met.
CURRENTLY SEEING MA AND CT CLIENTS VIA TELEHEALTH. Do you want a more satisfying, connected, and supportive relationship with your partner? Is it difficult to work through current and past conflicts? Do you consistently have the same fight over and over again? I can help you to overcome these challenges and strengthen your relationship so that you and your partner are on the same team instead of stuck playing against each other. Through therapy, you will be able to better understand your partner’s and your own feelings and reactions, leading to greater compassion and understanding, and ultimately healing in your relationship.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I am trained to support you and your partner in creating a relationship in which you work together to ensure each partner's needs are understood, respected, and met.
CURRENTLY SEEING MA AND CT CLIENTS VIA TELEHEALTH. Do you want a more satisfying, connected, and supportive relationship with your partner? Is it difficult to work through current and past conflicts? Do you consistently have the same fight over and over again? I can help you to overcome these challenges and strengthen your relationship so that you and your partner are on the same team instead of stuck playing against each other. Through therapy, you will be able to better understand your partner’s and your own feelings and reactions, leading to greater compassion and understanding, and ultimately healing in your relationship.
(781) 780-2761 View (781) 780-2761
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Andrew P Sonnekalb
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
With training in Marriage and Family Therapy, CBT, ACT, IFS, Narrative, Psychoanalysis, Spirituality, Parenting, Health Psychology, and Neuropsychological assessment, I draw from a broad base of expertise to construct a personalized approach with every patient.
It takes great courage to reach out to a therapist. It is my hope to meet you in your courage and earn your trust as we build a safe, strong, and productive connection together. Therapy is often about restoring and healing connections with oneself and others. To that end, I serve individuals, groups, couples, and families across the life span with a focus on individual and couples therapy. My experience working in outpatient clinics, schools, hospitals, outpatient primary care settings, and with public safety departments, gives me a unique perspective to draw from.
With training in Marriage and Family Therapy, CBT, ACT, IFS, Narrative, Psychoanalysis, Spirituality, Parenting, Health Psychology, and Neuropsychological assessment, I draw from a broad base of expertise to construct a personalized approach with every patient.
It takes great courage to reach out to a therapist. It is my hope to meet you in your courage and earn your trust as we build a safe, strong, and productive connection together. Therapy is often about restoring and healing connections with oneself and others. To that end, I serve individuals, groups, couples, and families across the life span with a focus on individual and couples therapy. My experience working in outpatient clinics, schools, hospitals, outpatient primary care settings, and with public safety departments, gives me a unique perspective to draw from.
(617) 855-0365 View (617) 855-0365
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Jeffrey J Howlett
Counselor, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
I've been a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), and a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) for almost twenty years. I work with individuals, couples, and families out of the basement office of my home in Arlington, MA. My most basic therapeutic approach is that everyone is born good and whole. But, life happens and it sends us difficulties that we can’t always understand or handle. These difficulties can happen as children, adolescents, adults, in school, home, work, and in our marriages. Sometimes these problematic life experiences can affect our core beliefs negatively and/or overwhelm our abilities to cope.
I've been a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), and a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) for almost twenty years. I work with individuals, couples, and families out of the basement office of my home in Arlington, MA. My most basic therapeutic approach is that everyone is born good and whole. But, life happens and it sends us difficulties that we can’t always understand or handle. These difficulties can happen as children, adolescents, adults, in school, home, work, and in our marriages. Sometimes these problematic life experiences can affect our core beliefs negatively and/or overwhelm our abilities to cope.
(781) 483-4693 View (781) 483-4693
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Christianna Morgan
Counselor, MA, LSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
Whether you are working to saving your marriage, are considering divorce, or don't know what you want next, I help you understand how your needs and reactions impact your relationships.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, anger, or frustration and your relationships suffer for it? Are you contemplating divorce or separation and worry about the potential impact on your children? Is your child struggling emotionally, behaviorally, or even socially, and you are wondering what you can do to help? Adults who take care of their own mental health see improvements in their relationships with their children, partners, and even ex-partners.
Whether you are working to saving your marriage, are considering divorce, or don't know what you want next, I help you understand how your needs and reactions impact your relationships.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, anger, or frustration and your relationships suffer for it? Are you contemplating divorce or separation and worry about the potential impact on your children? Is your child struggling emotionally, behaviorally, or even socially, and you are wondering what you can do to help? Adults who take care of their own mental health see improvements in their relationships with their children, partners, and even ex-partners.
(617) 380-4299 View (617) 380-4299
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Wendy L Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
Waitlist for new clients
I am a marriage and family therapist who works with individuals, couples and families from a narrative perspective.  I believe clients have rich stories to tell about who they are and wish to be, what values they hold, and how to move through their lives in preferred ways. However, sometimes problems get in their way. I believe clients are the experts of their lives and I see people as separate from these problems. I practice from a collaborative, strength-based perspective which is client-centered.
I am a marriage and family therapist who works with individuals, couples and families from a narrative perspective.  I believe clients have rich stories to tell about who they are and wish to be, what values they hold, and how to move through their lives in preferred ways. However, sometimes problems get in their way. I believe clients are the experts of their lives and I see people as separate from these problems. I practice from a collaborative, strength-based perspective which is client-centered.
(781) 872-2029 View (781) 872-2029
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Amelia Hasbun
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
As a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), I offer a unique perspective on acknowledging systems theory.
I enjoy working with couples, the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of color, children, families, those of various cultural backgrounds, those with anxiety and depression, and those navigating life stressors or geographic moves. I like working with clients who are ready to work authentically on stated goals.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), I offer a unique perspective on acknowledging systems theory.
I enjoy working with couples, the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of color, children, families, those of various cultural backgrounds, those with anxiety and depression, and those navigating life stressors or geographic moves. I like working with clients who are ready to work authentically on stated goals.
(339) 500-5823 View (339) 500-5823
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Lawrence Kron
Psychologist, PhD, JD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
I understand the importance of developing resilience-to-change in order to effectively cope with major life transitions including losses and endings (divorce, retirement, serious medical illness) as well as beginnings (new relationships, marriage, birth of a child, starting a career). Without such resilience, life can feel overwhelming, self esteem becomes precarious, and mood can dip dramatically. As a licensed clinical psychologist, with more than 30 years experience, my clients value my warm, collaborative approach to relationship issues, executive stress, mid-life issues, inter-generational conflicts, and self-defeating behaviors that keep people stuck.
I understand the importance of developing resilience-to-change in order to effectively cope with major life transitions including losses and endings (divorce, retirement, serious medical illness) as well as beginnings (new relationships, marriage, birth of a child, starting a career). Without such resilience, life can feel overwhelming, self esteem becomes precarious, and mood can dip dramatically. As a licensed clinical psychologist, with more than 30 years experience, my clients value my warm, collaborative approach to relationship issues, executive stress, mid-life issues, inter-generational conflicts, and self-defeating behaviors that keep people stuck.
(617) 448-6237 View (617) 448-6237
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M.A. Jean-Charles Psychotherapy & Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPH, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02174
Waitlist for new clients
Factor dealing with emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, marital/relationship stress, racial trauma, then it may feel like the world is more unbearable.
At M.A.Jean-Charles Psychotherapy & Consulting, LLC, healing, learning, and growing is our mantra and shapes our therapeutic philosophy. We believe that to heal psychically and to grow into the best version of ourselves, and one must engage in learning. At times, life creates too much noise; one can lose sight and footing on their place in this world. Learning provides a pathway to engage in healing from that which binds the spirit. As a result of this, one is capable of tremendous emotional growth and, ultimately, living a fulfilling life. My speciality population is Women of Color.
Factor dealing with emotional challenges such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, marital/relationship stress, racial trauma, then it may feel like the world is more unbearable.
At M.A.Jean-Charles Psychotherapy & Consulting, LLC, healing, learning, and growing is our mantra and shapes our therapeutic philosophy. We believe that to heal psychically and to grow into the best version of ourselves, and one must engage in learning. At times, life creates too much noise; one can lose sight and footing on their place in this world. Learning provides a pathway to engage in healing from that which binds the spirit. As a result of this, one is capable of tremendous emotional growth and, ultimately, living a fulfilling life. My speciality population is Women of Color.
(978) 306-4475 View (978) 306-4475
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Rebecca Brooks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you stuck in a negative cycle in your relationship or marriage? Hard seasons are normal. Struggling to hold it all together is something every human experiences. As an experienced therapist with almost 20 yrs of experience I help couples and individuals resolve distress and experience more joy and connection in their lives. I also have a particular interest in working with adults during pregnancy, postpartum and beyond and have advanced training and certification in the field of perinatal mental health. I offer a collaborative, compassionate, and non judgmental approach. No Morning or Evening Appts Available.
Are you stuck in a negative cycle in your relationship or marriage? Hard seasons are normal. Struggling to hold it all together is something every human experiences. As an experienced therapist with almost 20 yrs of experience I help couples and individuals resolve distress and experience more joy and connection in their lives. I also have a particular interest in working with adults during pregnancy, postpartum and beyond and have advanced training and certification in the field of perinatal mental health. I offer a collaborative, compassionate, and non judgmental approach. No Morning or Evening Appts Available.
(978) 776-3317 View (978) 776-3317
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Maggie Clune
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
I am an Approved Supervisor of Marriage and Family Therapy with the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy.
I am a caring, compassionate, professional therapist, highly experienced in providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy. My greatest asset is that I am highly committed to work with you in helping you experience relief from emotional pain, find fulfillment and love in your relationships with others, as well as peace, acceptance, and joy in your relationship with yourself. I consider my work my life's work. My clients find strength within themselves and in their relationships, as they seek to live with understanding and love more effectively each day. I am honored to be part of your journey.
I am an Approved Supervisor of Marriage and Family Therapy with the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy.
I am a caring, compassionate, professional therapist, highly experienced in providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy. My greatest asset is that I am highly committed to work with you in helping you experience relief from emotional pain, find fulfillment and love in your relationships with others, as well as peace, acceptance, and joy in your relationship with yourself. I consider my work my life's work. My clients find strength within themselves and in their relationships, as they seek to live with understanding and love more effectively each day. I am honored to be part of your journey.
(609) 540-2280 View (609) 540-2280
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Christopher Morton
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I have worked extensively with individuals struggling with social anxiety, social adjustment, marriage and relationship challenges, family communication, and those who feel as though they want to be getting more out of life, school, or work.
For the past 10+ years I have been in private practice serving kids, adolescents, and adults. I provide neuropsychological and psychodiagnostic assessment and consultation as well as individual and group therapy using a strengths-based approach. Much of my practice focuses on helping Middle School and High School students who are struggling with learning, social, and emotional adjustment through collaboratively identifying the obstacles and challenges they may be facing and helping them to recognize and embrace their qualities and strengths. Evaluation also involves working closely with parents and helping to identify the most appropriate schools, supports, and home strategies.
I have worked extensively with individuals struggling with social anxiety, social adjustment, marriage and relationship challenges, family communication, and those who feel as though they want to be getting more out of life, school, or work.
For the past 10+ years I have been in private practice serving kids, adolescents, and adults. I provide neuropsychological and psychodiagnostic assessment and consultation as well as individual and group therapy using a strengths-based approach. Much of my practice focuses on helping Middle School and High School students who are struggling with learning, social, and emotional adjustment through collaboratively identifying the obstacles and challenges they may be facing and helping them to recognize and embrace their qualities and strengths. Evaluation also involves working closely with parents and helping to identify the most appropriate schools, supports, and home strategies.
(617) 749-2827 View (617) 749-2827
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Actualize Counseling & Nutrition
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting individuals in demanding academic or professional settings. My clients often struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and stress. I offer tools to recognize ineffective coping strategies such as self-indulgence, self-sabotage, rumination, and possible addictive behaviors that drain motivation and confidence. I provide evidence-based, practical processes and exercises tailored to challenge distorted beliefs and shift towards actions that lead to overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
I specialize in supporting individuals in demanding academic or professional settings. My clients often struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and stress. I offer tools to recognize ineffective coping strategies such as self-indulgence, self-sabotage, rumination, and possible addictive behaviors that drain motivation and confidence. I provide evidence-based, practical processes and exercises tailored to challenge distorted beliefs and shift towards actions that lead to overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
(617) 812-0168 View (617) 812-0168
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Tammy H Graham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
I am currently not taking on couples work at this time. I am accepting pre-teen, teens and adults for individual counseling. I have been described by previous clients as compassionate, talented and goal oriented. I have been practicing in the counseling field for over 30 years. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and parents. My goal is to help my clients develop the skills needed to live happier and more balanced lives
I am currently not taking on couples work at this time. I am accepting pre-teen, teens and adults for individual counseling. I have been described by previous clients as compassionate, talented and goal oriented. I have been practicing in the counseling field for over 30 years. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, and parents. My goal is to help my clients develop the skills needed to live happier and more balanced lives
(781) 328-6363 View (781) 328-6363
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Dr. Steven Isenberg
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I have worked for almost 40 years with married and unmarried couples who face challenges with intimacy, communication, power, trust, physical connection, collaboration, parenting, and life changes. Many of my clients face some current or unresolved past challenges that have robbed some of the joy, comfort, and closeness in the relationship. My clients often want to create or re-ignite satisfying interactions and greater closeness. Working through these challenges and re-building energetic, and loving connection within a very safe and non-judgmental environment is what I love to do.
I have worked for almost 40 years with married and unmarried couples who face challenges with intimacy, communication, power, trust, physical connection, collaboration, parenting, and life changes. Many of my clients face some current or unresolved past challenges that have robbed some of the joy, comfort, and closeness in the relationship. My clients often want to create or re-ignite satisfying interactions and greater closeness. Working through these challenges and re-building energetic, and loving connection within a very safe and non-judgmental environment is what I love to do.
(617) 299-8438 View (617) 299-8438
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Kathryn G. Coletta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
These times are hard. The impact is felt by everyone, but even more so for people who struggle with other things as well. Perhaps you're looking to change your life, resolve a current situation, or manage a long-standing problem. Maybe you just need support. I’d like to talk with you about how I can help. I work with clients on anxiety, depression, relationships, illness and family issues. I work with adults of all ages. I assist my clients in uncovering and reaching their goals. In our collaborative work, I seek to provide a corrective relationship to address concerns and help clients feel better in their daily lives.
These times are hard. The impact is felt by everyone, but even more so for people who struggle with other things as well. Perhaps you're looking to change your life, resolve a current situation, or manage a long-standing problem. Maybe you just need support. I’d like to talk with you about how I can help. I work with clients on anxiety, depression, relationships, illness and family issues. I work with adults of all ages. I assist my clients in uncovering and reaching their goals. In our collaborative work, I seek to provide a corrective relationship to address concerns and help clients feel better in their daily lives.
(617) 446-3195 View (617) 446-3195
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Oona Metz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I treat adults and adolescents in individual and group therapy in my Brookline and Arlington offices. I work with clients on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, sexuality, divorce, step-parenting, trauma, loss and grief. Through exploration and collaboration, I help clients gain more clarity, become more connected, and feel greater satisfaction with their lives. In addition, I provide supervision, consultation and training to clinicians on group therapy and a variety of other topics.
I treat adults and adolescents in individual and group therapy in my Brookline and Arlington offices. I work with clients on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, sexuality, divorce, step-parenting, trauma, loss and grief. Through exploration and collaboration, I help clients gain more clarity, become more connected, and feel greater satisfaction with their lives. In addition, I provide supervision, consultation and training to clinicians on group therapy and a variety of other topics.
(617) 682-9046 View (617) 682-9046
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Lauren S. Berly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I believe that a person's ability to change or grow or adapt to difficult situations is present inside them. Depression, anxiety and poor coping strategies can get in the way. My job as your therapist is to help you build your self esteem and belief in yourself and increase your sense of optimism and control over your life. With new insights, your ability to take action will increase.
I believe that a person's ability to change or grow or adapt to difficult situations is present inside them. Depression, anxiety and poor coping strategies can get in the way. My job as your therapist is to help you build your self esteem and belief in yourself and increase your sense of optimism and control over your life. With new insights, your ability to take action will increase.
(617) 652-0962 View (617) 652-0962
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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.