Marriage Counseling Therapists in Shreveport, LA

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Molly Boyd
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71101
I have a PhD in Marriage & Family Therapy and am licensed as an LPC and LMFT. I have experience working with all ages, and with a wide variety of presenting complaints. I am interested in clients who are ready to see the changes in their lives they have envisioned.
I have a PhD in Marriage & Family Therapy and am licensed as an LPC and LMFT. I have experience working with all ages, and with a wide variety of presenting complaints. I am interested in clients who are ready to see the changes in their lives they have envisioned.
(318) 295-9265 View (318) 295-9265
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Michael Curry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71105
Michael Curry is a nationally certified Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 10 years experience in the mental health field. Michael specializes in couples and marital counseling, family issues, ADHD, depression, anxiety, phobias, grief, mood disorders, and adjustment disorders, and trauma. Michael completed his Master's of Applied Science Professional Counseling program at Liberty University with his internship completed at Brentwood Mental Health Hospital in Shreveport Louisiana.
Michael Curry is a nationally certified Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 10 years experience in the mental health field. Michael specializes in couples and marital counseling, family issues, ADHD, depression, anxiety, phobias, grief, mood disorders, and adjustment disorders, and trauma. Michael completed his Master's of Applied Science Professional Counseling program at Liberty University with his internship completed at Brentwood Mental Health Hospital in Shreveport Louisiana.
(318) 252-1477 View (318) 252-1477
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Duane Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71101
Williams is trained in various evidence-based treatment modalities, including TF-CBT, CPT, CBT, DBT, EMDR, TBRI Practitioner, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Grief, Marriage and Family, Duluth DAIP, Play Therapy, and Anger Management.
Duane Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with the Louisiana LPC Board and a Board Approved Supervisor of Provisional LPCs. He is also licensed in the states of Texas and Georgia, with the licensing board in each state. He has over 20 years of professional experience providing therapy in various settings, including office, home and community-based, and virtual. He empathizes with the emotional and developmental needs of individuals and families. Clients develop emotional regulation skills to cope with life stressors including anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, couple relationships, and child/family conflicts.
Williams is trained in various evidence-based treatment modalities, including TF-CBT, CPT, CBT, DBT, EMDR, TBRI Practitioner, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Grief, Marriage and Family, Duluth DAIP, Play Therapy, and Anger Management.
Duane Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with the Louisiana LPC Board and a Board Approved Supervisor of Provisional LPCs. He is also licensed in the states of Texas and Georgia, with the licensing board in each state. He has over 20 years of professional experience providing therapy in various settings, including office, home and community-based, and virtual. He empathizes with the emotional and developmental needs of individuals and families. Clients develop emotional regulation skills to cope with life stressors including anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, couple relationships, and child/family conflicts.
(318) 814-9048 View (318) 814-9048
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Glenis Foster Penn
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-I
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71101
After being married for over 40 years undergoing intense educational training in the areas of family and marriage, I believe the information that I have gained in the marriage and family field has adequately prepared me to assist others in learning how to systemically work through some of the daily issues presented by today’s society.
The poet William Ernest Henley (1849-1903) penned the words : "I am the master of my fate: the captain of my soul." The message that Henley was so eloquently trying to convey is, that while we may face challenges in our lives, we should not let them defeat us! The fact is, life comes with rewards and defeats. Just as we have actions within us that respond to rewards, we also have actions within us to face defeats and the ability to learn how to rebuild, restore, and renew ourselves. One of the ways of renewing, sustaining, and rebuilding ourselves is through therapy.
After being married for over 40 years undergoing intense educational training in the areas of family and marriage, I believe the information that I have gained in the marriage and family field has adequately prepared me to assist others in learning how to systemically work through some of the daily issues presented by today’s society.
The poet William Ernest Henley (1849-1903) penned the words : "I am the master of my fate: the captain of my soul." The message that Henley was so eloquently trying to convey is, that while we may face challenges in our lives, we should not let them defeat us! The fact is, life comes with rewards and defeats. Just as we have actions within us that respond to rewards, we also have actions within us to face defeats and the ability to learn how to rebuild, restore, and renew ourselves. One of the ways of renewing, sustaining, and rebuilding ourselves is through therapy.
(318) 330-2861 View (318) 330-2861
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Suzette Gardner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71101
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and I work with children and adults, including individuals, couples, and families. My clients may be sad, anxious, overwhelmed, confused or they may have experienced trauma in their life and when they come to therapy having a safe, accepting and validating space is of the utmost importance. I am a strengths-based therapist that meets clients where they are. I help clients with expectations and goals, and empower clients to enact change in their life.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist and I work with children and adults, including individuals, couples, and families. My clients may be sad, anxious, overwhelmed, confused or they may have experienced trauma in their life and when they come to therapy having a safe, accepting and validating space is of the utmost importance. I am a strengths-based therapist that meets clients where they are. I help clients with expectations and goals, and empower clients to enact change in their life.
(318) 771-7573 View (318) 771-7573
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Lori Timmons Berry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71101
I specialize in improving marriage, family, and relational issues.
Sometimes, life feels overwhelming, and you feel "stuck" unable to determine what is the next step to take to resolve problems. Many issues can cause you to feel this way including anxiety, depression, family dynamics, chronic illness or pain, caregiver stress, and what I tend to call "life stuff." Are you ready to feel less overwhelmed and stuck? Could you use some help determining how to better manage caregiver stress, family issues, chronic illness, and general life issues so that you feel less depressed and anxious? I would love to help you with this so that you can feel better and start enjoying life again!
I specialize in improving marriage, family, and relational issues.
Sometimes, life feels overwhelming, and you feel "stuck" unable to determine what is the next step to take to resolve problems. Many issues can cause you to feel this way including anxiety, depression, family dynamics, chronic illness or pain, caregiver stress, and what I tend to call "life stuff." Are you ready to feel less overwhelmed and stuck? Could you use some help determining how to better manage caregiver stress, family issues, chronic illness, and general life issues so that you feel less depressed and anxious? I would love to help you with this so that you can feel better and start enjoying life again!
(318) 232-6704 View (318) 232-6704
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Ariel (Ferguson) Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71101
I’m trained in a variety of theoretical orientations including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and provide individual, marriage, and family counseling.
My ideal client is someone with the passion to make their life better. They may have lived through trauma, are struggling with grief, and/or just need an empathetic ear.
I’m trained in a variety of theoretical orientations including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and provide individual, marriage, and family counseling.
My ideal client is someone with the passion to make their life better. They may have lived through trauma, are struggling with grief, and/or just need an empathetic ear.
(318) 239-7516 View (318) 239-7516
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Whitney Voss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CSAT, CCPS
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71105
One of the most important reasons I became a counselor is because I believe we all need someone to walk alongside us in the process of healing and restoration. I am passionate about helping people grow and reach the healthiest version of themselves in mind, body, and spirit. I focus on adults with trauma, depression, anxiety, relational/ marital issues, and codependency issues. I specialize with partners who have experienced betrayal trauma and/or infidelity.
One of the most important reasons I became a counselor is because I believe we all need someone to walk alongside us in the process of healing and restoration. I am passionate about helping people grow and reach the healthiest version of themselves in mind, body, and spirit. I focus on adults with trauma, depression, anxiety, relational/ marital issues, and codependency issues. I specialize with partners who have experienced betrayal trauma and/or infidelity.
(318) 310-7292 View (318) 310-7292
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Michael S Curry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71104
I am certified in Anger Management and help clients struggling with anger as well as anxiety, depression, and relational/ marital conflict.
I am a nationally certified counselor passionate about helping couples, families, and individuals heal and develop skills to cultivate growth in body, mind, and spirit. It is my desire to identify and apply the best suited evidence-based therapeutic practices to help clients move beyond what they are dealing with, to realize their full potential and inner strength. It is my belief each therapeutic session represents steps in a journey both the client and I are on in an effort to obtain self-care and well-being. My ultimate goal in this journey is to assist clients to overcome by building hope, recovery, and resilience.
I am certified in Anger Management and help clients struggling with anger as well as anxiety, depression, and relational/ marital conflict.
I am a nationally certified counselor passionate about helping couples, families, and individuals heal and develop skills to cultivate growth in body, mind, and spirit. It is my desire to identify and apply the best suited evidence-based therapeutic practices to help clients move beyond what they are dealing with, to realize their full potential and inner strength. It is my belief each therapeutic session represents steps in a journey both the client and I are on in an effort to obtain self-care and well-being. My ultimate goal in this journey is to assist clients to overcome by building hope, recovery, and resilience.
(318) 594-5441 View (318) 594-5441
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John Joseph Gianforte
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71104
If you are looking for balance between work, marriage/family, finding that significant other, dealing with the expectations of your family of origin, and mental health/substance use issues,I very much look forward to helping you embark on that journey.
My name is John Gianforte. I am a licensed professional counselor, and licensed marriage and family therapist in Louisiana. My graduate degree is in clinical psychology. I am in full-time private practice in Shreveport Louisiana. My career path has been diverse, and includes serving as the administrator and clinical director of a state and federally funded non-profit mental health clinic, legislative and legal advocacy for mental health services, and developing expertise in forensic mental health, hypnotherapy, and evidence based counseling interventions.
If you are looking for balance between work, marriage/family, finding that significant other, dealing with the expectations of your family of origin, and mental health/substance use issues,I very much look forward to helping you embark on that journey.
My name is John Gianforte. I am a licensed professional counselor, and licensed marriage and family therapist in Louisiana. My graduate degree is in clinical psychology. I am in full-time private practice in Shreveport Louisiana. My career path has been diverse, and includes serving as the administrator and clinical director of a state and federally funded non-profit mental health clinic, legislative and legal advocacy for mental health services, and developing expertise in forensic mental health, hypnotherapy, and evidence based counseling interventions.
(318) 497-4776 View (318) 497-4776
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Mary Norred
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, PLMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71101
My focus is on positive transformations and addressing many issues and concerns like parenthood, marital difficulties, pre marital counseling, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, behavior, trauma, PTSD, and other disturbances in family relationships.
Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation with little opportunity for interaction. I can tell you that is not my approach. I believe that you can navigate the challenges and changes life could bring. I am committed to helping you on your journey through partnership, a team effort to achieve symptom reduction, more self-awareness, and increased confidence. I want you to be free of emotional pain and be able to deal with life’s mental stressors.
My focus is on positive transformations and addressing many issues and concerns like parenthood, marital difficulties, pre marital counseling, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, behavior, trauma, PTSD, and other disturbances in family relationships.
Many people see therapy as a one-sided conversation with little opportunity for interaction. I can tell you that is not my approach. I believe that you can navigate the challenges and changes life could bring. I am committed to helping you on your journey through partnership, a team effort to achieve symptom reduction, more self-awareness, and increased confidence. I want you to be free of emotional pain and be able to deal with life’s mental stressors.
(318) 748-2263 View (318) 748-2263
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Lisa P Stevenson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71105
I specialize in working with adolescents (aged 12 and up), adults, and families, and have clinical experience in a wide variety of areas including depression, bipolar, marriage and family, parenting, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, phoblas, spirituality, addictions, personality disorders, domestic abuse, bullying, adjustment issues, communication, career, and multicultural issues.
My approach to counseling is to build a trusting, working partnership with my clients to assist and support them in identifying problems and obstacles which negatively impact emotional, relational, and functional wellbeing and to find effective, practical strategies for improving quality of life. I will collaborate with you to develop an individual, and personalized plan, consistent with your values and goals, and using research-based methods to assist you in achieving long-term, positive changes. In order to do this I draw from my experiences working with adolescents and adults with a wide variety of issues and experiences.
I specialize in working with adolescents (aged 12 and up), adults, and families, and have clinical experience in a wide variety of areas including depression, bipolar, marriage and family, parenting, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, phoblas, spirituality, addictions, personality disorders, domestic abuse, bullying, adjustment issues, communication, career, and multicultural issues.
My approach to counseling is to build a trusting, working partnership with my clients to assist and support them in identifying problems and obstacles which negatively impact emotional, relational, and functional wellbeing and to find effective, practical strategies for improving quality of life. I will collaborate with you to develop an individual, and personalized plan, consistent with your values and goals, and using research-based methods to assist you in achieving long-term, positive changes. In order to do this I draw from my experiences working with adolescents and adults with a wide variety of issues and experiences.
(318) 367-0304 View (318) 367-0304
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Stacie Hildebrand
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71115
Whether you are living like roommates and feeling dissatisfied, riding the roller coaster of infertility, or you are engaged and want to begin your marriage as a strong team, I can help.
I help couples learn to communicate better, fight in a healthy & effective way, and become better friends and partners. My signature program is a 9-step roadmap to improve your friendship, conflict resolution skills, and connection to become a team. Part of the process is a strength-based assessment that helps identify the strengths and areas that need improvement. I believe improving your primary relationship will have positive ripple effects for the rest of your life. For more information, please visit my website: www.CounselingConnectionsLA.com. I am currently accepting Self-pay clients. FB page: Stacie Hildebrand Coaching
Whether you are living like roommates and feeling dissatisfied, riding the roller coaster of infertility, or you are engaged and want to begin your marriage as a strong team, I can help.
I help couples learn to communicate better, fight in a healthy & effective way, and become better friends and partners. My signature program is a 9-step roadmap to improve your friendship, conflict resolution skills, and connection to become a team. Part of the process is a strength-based assessment that helps identify the strengths and areas that need improvement. I believe improving your primary relationship will have positive ripple effects for the rest of your life. For more information, please visit my website: www.CounselingConnectionsLA.com. I am currently accepting Self-pay clients. FB page: Stacie Hildebrand Coaching
(318) 552-2349 View (318) 552-2349
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71105
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
(504) 470-0369 View (504) 470-0369
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Jaci Mosby
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, PLPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71120
Through individual, marriage/couples, and family therapy, you will have the ability to explore your emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships.
Through therapy, you can learn to rewrite your story, break free from negative patterns, and create a brighter future. I understand that significant life changes can be challenging, and in my therapeutic space, I am dedicated to providing validation, support, and guidance to individuals who are navigating through these transitions. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can freely express your emotions, fears, and concerns related to changes happening in your life. I believe that every person has unique needs, and I am committed to tailoring my approach to meet those needs.
Through individual, marriage/couples, and family therapy, you will have the ability to explore your emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships.
Through therapy, you can learn to rewrite your story, break free from negative patterns, and create a brighter future. I understand that significant life changes can be challenging, and in my therapeutic space, I am dedicated to providing validation, support, and guidance to individuals who are navigating through these transitions. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can freely express your emotions, fears, and concerns related to changes happening in your life. I believe that every person has unique needs, and I am committed to tailoring my approach to meet those needs.
(225) 719-4614 View (225) 719-4614
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Convenience Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71101  (Online Only)
My ideal client is seeking increased freedom to remove barriers to growth, and to work toward meeting self-identified goals while building on current strengths. Whether struggling with worrisome anxiety, feeling too depressed to enjoy, or behaving in ways that the client wants to change, I tend to take a person-centered, supportive approach to helping. Clients benefit from solution-focused approaches while increasing self-awareness to identify and use strengths, for greater ease of handling life's ups and downs, using clear, simple self-management tools and effective coping. I use psycho-education to ensure client's self-efficacy.
My ideal client is seeking increased freedom to remove barriers to growth, and to work toward meeting self-identified goals while building on current strengths. Whether struggling with worrisome anxiety, feeling too depressed to enjoy, or behaving in ways that the client wants to change, I tend to take a person-centered, supportive approach to helping. Clients benefit from solution-focused approaches while increasing self-awareness to identify and use strengths, for greater ease of handling life's ups and downs, using clear, simple self-management tools and effective coping. I use psycho-education to ensure client's self-efficacy.
(318) 310-4462 View (318) 310-4462
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LaNita Proctor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71106
My love for helping others overcome life challenges stems from my early days in college when I was a member of the service fraternity Alpha Phi Omega. This organization introduced me to community based service projects that were life changing. It was in these early days that I had the rewarding opportunity to change lives and help others see bright possibilities for their future. Through counseling I am able to continue to help others by empowering individuals and families from a strengths based perspective.
My love for helping others overcome life challenges stems from my early days in college when I was a member of the service fraternity Alpha Phi Omega. This organization introduced me to community based service projects that were life changing. It was in these early days that I had the rewarding opportunity to change lives and help others see bright possibilities for their future. Through counseling I am able to continue to help others by empowering individuals and families from a strengths based perspective.
(318) 252-1672 View (318) 252-1672
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Meredith Price
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71105
I work with teenagers and adults experiencing difficulties such as grief, anxiety, depression, divorce, conflict resolution, and substance abuse. I want to help individuals identify and understand the source of their pain or struggle and assist them in finding solutions that can restore their sense of joy, hopefulness, and peace.
I work with teenagers and adults experiencing difficulties such as grief, anxiety, depression, divorce, conflict resolution, and substance abuse. I want to help individuals identify and understand the source of their pain or struggle and assist them in finding solutions that can restore their sense of joy, hopefulness, and peace.
(318) 495-8132 View (318) 495-8132
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Hope & Healing Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71105
Hope & Healing Counseling is located inside the Williamsburg Office Center at 2020 E 70th Street, Suite 301, in Shreveport, LA. We provide counseling for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, family, and group settings to treat various mental health concerns, trauma, grief, domestic violence, abuse, addictions, and more. We also provide educational and awareness trainings for caregivers and professionals. Additionally, we offer teletherapy/online counseling services.
Hope & Healing Counseling is located inside the Williamsburg Office Center at 2020 E 70th Street, Suite 301, in Shreveport, LA. We provide counseling for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, family, and group settings to treat various mental health concerns, trauma, grief, domestic violence, abuse, addictions, and more. We also provide educational and awareness trainings for caregivers and professionals. Additionally, we offer teletherapy/online counseling services.
(318) 553-5591 View (318) 553-5591
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Ashley Drew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71101
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy is best described with this analogy: We are on a road trip, you are driving, and I have the map. There are many routes we can take to reach our destination and we will work together to determine which route is best for your journey. The most important aspect of therapy, is feeling comfortable and safe with the therapist you have chosen to work with. I feel honored to work with each and every person whose bravery brings them to my office.
My approach to therapy is best described with this analogy: We are on a road trip, you are driving, and I have the map. There are many routes we can take to reach our destination and we will work together to determine which route is best for your journey. The most important aspect of therapy, is feeling comfortable and safe with the therapist you have chosen to work with. I feel honored to work with each and every person whose bravery brings them to my office.
(318) 771-7548 View (318) 771-7548
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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.