Marriage Counseling Therapists in Birmingham, MI

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Larry M. Friedberg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009  (Online Only)
I am a psychologist in practice in Bingham Farms, Michigan. I am very experienced in doing therapy with children, adolescents, and adults, in individual therapy and in marital therapy. I have provided empathic and professional therapeutic help for many patients over my 35 years in practice. When I work with children, I also work with their parents to help them to help their child. I also regularly perform psychological testing, including cognitive and personality assessment, and therapeutic and forensic assessment.
I am a psychologist in practice in Bingham Farms, Michigan. I am very experienced in doing therapy with children, adolescents, and adults, in individual therapy and in marital therapy. I have provided empathic and professional therapeutic help for many patients over my 35 years in practice. When I work with children, I also work with their parents to help them to help their child. I also regularly perform psychological testing, including cognitive and personality assessment, and therapeutic and forensic assessment.
(248) 469-4387 View (248) 469-4387
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Joel Harms
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009
I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples. Couple's work is helpful for restoring intimacy, closeness, and communication. Couples work can also be useful for one's individual psychotherapy as partners often help to bring attention to areas of life which have been neglected. Long-term relationships have ups and downs, multiple stressors, as well as developmental phases, which can rupture relationships. Couples therapy is very dynamic. A well-trained couples' therapist can bring a marriage back from the brink of disaster allowing an entire family to avoid the trauma and financial devastation of divorce.
I have extensive experience working with individuals and couples. Couple's work is helpful for restoring intimacy, closeness, and communication. Couples work can also be useful for one's individual psychotherapy as partners often help to bring attention to areas of life which have been neglected. Long-term relationships have ups and downs, multiple stressors, as well as developmental phases, which can rupture relationships. Couples therapy is very dynamic. A well-trained couples' therapist can bring a marriage back from the brink of disaster allowing an entire family to avoid the trauma and financial devastation of divorce.
(248) 504-4992 View (248) 504-4992
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009
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.
(313) 546-0014 View (313) 546-0014
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Toby Beach, LMSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009
Issues: Anxiety; Parenting Issues; Career Counseling ;Coping Skills; Divorce; Family Conflict; Grief; Infidelity; Marital Issues; Peer Relationships; Relationship Issues.
My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help my clients effectively address personal life challenges. I help the client build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with your to achieve your goals.
Issues: Anxiety; Parenting Issues; Career Counseling ;Coping Skills; Divorce; Family Conflict; Grief; Infidelity; Marital Issues; Peer Relationships; Relationship Issues.
My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help my clients effectively address personal life challenges. I help the client build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with your to achieve your goals.
(248) 365-7217 View (248) 365-7217
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Lueva Dixon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, MI 48009
In 30 years of private practice, I have learned some basic truths about people: each person is a unique individual, is attempting to do the best they can with their circumstances and abilities, seeks recognition and validation of their worth, desires a sense of belonging and purpose, and has an inner source of empowerment and health that can be accessed. I am an actively engaged, compassionate therapist, addressing the difficulties of adult life: anxiety, relationships, marriage, loneliness, anger, depression, addictions, not fulfilling one's dreams, coping with illness, loss and death, struggles with creativity and spirituality.
In 30 years of private practice, I have learned some basic truths about people: each person is a unique individual, is attempting to do the best they can with their circumstances and abilities, seeks recognition and validation of their worth, desires a sense of belonging and purpose, and has an inner source of empowerment and health that can be accessed. I am an actively engaged, compassionate therapist, addressing the difficulties of adult life: anxiety, relationships, marriage, loneliness, anger, depression, addictions, not fulfilling one's dreams, coping with illness, loss and death, struggles with creativity and spirituality.
(248) 688-0851 View (248) 688-0851
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Tracey L Stulberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009
As a clinical member and approved supervisor for the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and in practice for 25 years, I am uniquely qualified to provide brief, collaborative therapy.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who has successfully treated couples, families, and individuals for over 35 years. Using Brief, collaborative therapy, I help you learn new ways to successfully work through life's critical issues in as few as 10 sessions. How does Brief therapy work? Sessions are client-focused and solution-directed. You collaborate with me to create desired goals then actively participate in homework directed to test and fine-tune skills used to resolve and achieve issues. Therefore, therapy becomes more efficient and effective. Many clients successfully resolve their issues in 5 - 10 sessions!
As a clinical member and approved supervisor for the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and in practice for 25 years, I am uniquely qualified to provide brief, collaborative therapy.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who has successfully treated couples, families, and individuals for over 35 years. Using Brief, collaborative therapy, I help you learn new ways to successfully work through life's critical issues in as few as 10 sessions. How does Brief therapy work? Sessions are client-focused and solution-directed. You collaborate with me to create desired goals then actively participate in homework directed to test and fine-tune skills used to resolve and achieve issues. Therefore, therapy becomes more efficient and effective. Many clients successfully resolve their issues in 5 - 10 sessions!
(248) 277-5363 View (248) 277-5363
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Sydney Reiter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009
Finding the best individual and marriage therapist for you can seem daunting. Talking to us, asking questions, paying attention to your feelings and intuition, all help. My 30 years experience as a compassionate, well-trained psychotherapist give me the background and skills to support you in achieving your goals, which might include: resolving immediate symptoms; recognizing and appreciating core strengths; developing deeper self awareness and acceptance; and learning the skills of empowered, effective communication. I am experienced in working with the newer spiritual growth paradigms, as in the work of Eckhart Tolle.
Finding the best individual and marriage therapist for you can seem daunting. Talking to us, asking questions, paying attention to your feelings and intuition, all help. My 30 years experience as a compassionate, well-trained psychotherapist give me the background and skills to support you in achieving your goals, which might include: resolving immediate symptoms; recognizing and appreciating core strengths; developing deeper self awareness and acceptance; and learning the skills of empowered, effective communication. I am experienced in working with the newer spiritual growth paradigms, as in the work of Eckhart Tolle.
(248) 408-3058 View (248) 408-3058
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Patricia K Ptak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Birmingham, MI 48009
Areas: narcissist abuse recovery, enhancing mood & quality of life, lifting depression, calming anxiety, restoring sleep, banishing self-defeating cycles, healing from break ups, adjusting to change, women's' issues enhancing relationships, family conflict, loss & grief, guilt, improving marital satisfaction, parenting effectiveness, thriving in your career.
EMDR Certified Therapist. Stop feeling worried, anxious or depressed. Do you struggle with feeling good about yourself or feeling unfulfilled in your relationships? Do you want to improve your motivation and achievements? Sounds like you need a change, and there is no better time than now. I have focused my work on helping the individual and family heal from a place of love and understanding. Pulling from multiple evidence based counseling techniques and foundations of counseling including CBT and EMDR, I blend authentic caring with here and now problem solving and skill building to handle the ebb and flow of life.
Areas: narcissist abuse recovery, enhancing mood & quality of life, lifting depression, calming anxiety, restoring sleep, banishing self-defeating cycles, healing from break ups, adjusting to change, women's' issues enhancing relationships, family conflict, loss & grief, guilt, improving marital satisfaction, parenting effectiveness, thriving in your career.
EMDR Certified Therapist. Stop feeling worried, anxious or depressed. Do you struggle with feeling good about yourself or feeling unfulfilled in your relationships? Do you want to improve your motivation and achievements? Sounds like you need a change, and there is no better time than now. I have focused my work on helping the individual and family heal from a place of love and understanding. Pulling from multiple evidence based counseling techniques and foundations of counseling including CBT and EMDR, I blend authentic caring with here and now problem solving and skill building to handle the ebb and flow of life.
(734) 259-9588 View (734) 259-9588
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Dominique Sampson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, MI 48009  (Online Only)
If you are searching for pre- marital counseling I am also certified in prepare enrich.
Why do we keep arguing about the same things over and over again? I've tried to forgive you but I can't stop thinking that I would be happier with someone else. I don't know if it's worth the fight anymore. We've grown apart and I don't remember the last time we've experienced real connection, maybe you've never even loved me. I'm insecure and doubtful that things will change. Everyone says I deserve better. I'm not sure where we are anymore and I need support getting back to love. I just need a safe space without judgement to be vulnerable and say the things that I'm really feeling. Have you found yourself asking these questions?
If you are searching for pre- marital counseling I am also certified in prepare enrich.
Why do we keep arguing about the same things over and over again? I've tried to forgive you but I can't stop thinking that I would be happier with someone else. I don't know if it's worth the fight anymore. We've grown apart and I don't remember the last time we've experienced real connection, maybe you've never even loved me. I'm insecure and doubtful that things will change. Everyone says I deserve better. I'm not sure where we are anymore and I need support getting back to love. I just need a safe space without judgement to be vulnerable and say the things that I'm really feeling. Have you found yourself asking these questions?
(914) 409-9389 View (914) 409-9389
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Talia Alsawah
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, MI 48009
As a dedicated mental health counselor and clinical supervisor, I specialize in guiding individuals through the complexities of pre and postpartum challenges, motherhood and fatherhood difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief, marital issues, and cancer-related diagnoses. My goal is to help you feel validated, more fulfilled, and genuinely connected in therapy.
As a dedicated mental health counselor and clinical supervisor, I specialize in guiding individuals through the complexities of pre and postpartum challenges, motherhood and fatherhood difficulties, anxiety, depression, grief, marital issues, and cancer-related diagnoses. My goal is to help you feel validated, more fulfilled, and genuinely connected in therapy.
(248) 923-4345 View (248) 923-4345
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Specialized Mental Health Services
LMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, MI 48009
We provide individual, marital/couples, family, and group therapy.
We are a specialized Mental health outpatient clinic. We provide specialized assessment, forensic psychosexual evaluations, treatment and consulting services in the areas of sexual addictions, pornography addiction, sexual abuse, perversions, anger management, impulse control, and other behavioral issues. Sexual addictions can destroy marriages and families, and often times can lead to significant legal issues. The first step is reaching out for help. We are compassionate and very well trained therapists, and we u deratand what the person and family are going through. Rosenberg & Associates Specialized Mental Health separates itself from the other providers by placing a premium on the client therapeutic relationship and detailed and comprehensive evaluation and assessment. We also work with clients that other providers refuse to or are unable to treat. We also provide drivers license restoration evaluations, risk assessments, and other types of evaluations. Choosing the right program and therapist is critical in getting effective and long term help! Call us today to speak with a specialist. The road to recovery is here!
We provide individual, marital/couples, family, and group therapy.
We are a specialized Mental health outpatient clinic. We provide specialized assessment, forensic psychosexual evaluations, treatment and consulting services in the areas of sexual addictions, pornography addiction, sexual abuse, perversions, anger management, impulse control, and other behavioral issues. Sexual addictions can destroy marriages and families, and often times can lead to significant legal issues. The first step is reaching out for help. We are compassionate and very well trained therapists, and we u deratand what the person and family are going through. Rosenberg & Associates Specialized Mental Health separates itself from the other providers by placing a premium on the client therapeutic relationship and detailed and comprehensive evaluation and assessment. We also work with clients that other providers refuse to or are unable to treat. We also provide drivers license restoration evaluations, risk assessments, and other types of evaluations. Choosing the right program and therapist is critical in getting effective and long term help! Call us today to speak with a specialist. The road to recovery is here!
(586) 257-0037 View (586) 257-0037
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Jeffrey Degroat
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009
Thank you for visiting my page, I am a clinical psychologist providing various treatment and assessment services through private practice. I primarily work with children and adolescents, while also providing marital, family, and adult individual counseling as well. I am able to tailor therapeutic services specific to each patient to address many emotional and behavioral difficulties, including: ADHD, depression, panic attacks, generalized anxiety, obsessions and compulsions, grief, developmental disabilities, oppositionality and defiance, as well as marital stress.
Thank you for visiting my page, I am a clinical psychologist providing various treatment and assessment services through private practice. I primarily work with children and adolescents, while also providing marital, family, and adult individual counseling as well. I am able to tailor therapeutic services specific to each patient to address many emotional and behavioral difficulties, including: ADHD, depression, panic attacks, generalized anxiety, obsessions and compulsions, grief, developmental disabilities, oppositionality and defiance, as well as marital stress.
(248) 514-8486 View (248) 514-8486
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Karen Bashawaty
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, MI 48009  (Online Only)
Since every client is unique, I tailor my therapeutic approach to complement each client's individual personality, inviting them into a safe and accepting environment where they are met with respect and empathic concern. As a Radical Forgiveness Therapy Practitioner, I help clients accomplish the often difficult task of forgiveness, freeing them from long held anger and hurt. I'm trained in a highly effective treatment for trauma, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing),generating remarkable results with adults and couples, struggling with marital or relationship issues, phobias, anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, work issues, or grief and loss.
Since every client is unique, I tailor my therapeutic approach to complement each client's individual personality, inviting them into a safe and accepting environment where they are met with respect and empathic concern. As a Radical Forgiveness Therapy Practitioner, I help clients accomplish the often difficult task of forgiveness, freeing them from long held anger and hurt. I'm trained in a highly effective treatment for trauma, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing),generating remarkable results with adults and couples, struggling with marital or relationship issues, phobias, anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, work issues, or grief and loss.
(248) 383-5966 View (248) 383-5966
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Judith E. Margerum
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009
I work with a wide range of clients including adults with problems ranging from sexual abuse, depression and anxiety, to marriage counseling, family problems or those who just need fine tuning or coaching.
I have been working as a licensed psychologist for over 25 years, working with individuals and families with a wide range of problems. I am always aware of the systemic context within which problems exist as people are impacted by their work, home and social environments as well as their internal conflicts. I focus on the individual's and family's strengths that can be harnessed to solve problems, improve life or reach goals. I believe that everyone has within themselves the power to solve their problems and find possibility, meaning and hope in their lives. My role is to help them find this power.
I work with a wide range of clients including adults with problems ranging from sexual abuse, depression and anxiety, to marriage counseling, family problems or those who just need fine tuning or coaching.
I have been working as a licensed psychologist for over 25 years, working with individuals and families with a wide range of problems. I am always aware of the systemic context within which problems exist as people are impacted by their work, home and social environments as well as their internal conflicts. I focus on the individual's and family's strengths that can be harnessed to solve problems, improve life or reach goals. I believe that everyone has within themselves the power to solve their problems and find possibility, meaning and hope in their lives. My role is to help them find this power.
(947) 222-0548 View (947) 222-0548
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Lewis Wilson Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009
As a licensed psychologist consulting neuropsychologist, hypnotherapist and licensed marriage counselor, Dr. Lewis Smith provides treatment for adults, adolescents and children. He performs neuropsychological assessments and specializes in clinical psychology, outpatient psychotherapy and hypnosis. He treats individuals with alcohol and substance abuse concerns. He has consulted to numerous schools, organizations and businesses and has taught graduate students in the field of child psychology and human development.
As a licensed psychologist consulting neuropsychologist, hypnotherapist and licensed marriage counselor, Dr. Lewis Smith provides treatment for adults, adolescents and children. He performs neuropsychological assessments and specializes in clinical psychology, outpatient psychotherapy and hypnosis. He treats individuals with alcohol and substance abuse concerns. He has consulted to numerous schools, organizations and businesses and has taught graduate students in the field of child psychology and human development.
(248) 764-5976 View (248) 764-5976
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David Castine
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Birmingham, MI 48009
My credentials and experience include licenses in marriage and family therapy and clinical social work, AAMFT Clinical Fellowship and Approved Supervisor designation, over 25 years as an adjunct professor at Wayne State University, and over 40 years of direct clinical work with individuals, couples and families.
As a practical, interactive, solution-focused therapist, my approach is to provide insight to help individuals, couples, and families address current challenges and longstanding issues. With an integration of methods, I draw from an array of styles and interventions. I have been able to assist clients with a variety of mental health problems and relational issues in a private, comfortable, and confidential atmosphere.
My credentials and experience include licenses in marriage and family therapy and clinical social work, AAMFT Clinical Fellowship and Approved Supervisor designation, over 25 years as an adjunct professor at Wayne State University, and over 40 years of direct clinical work with individuals, couples and families.
As a practical, interactive, solution-focused therapist, my approach is to provide insight to help individuals, couples, and families address current challenges and longstanding issues. With an integration of methods, I draw from an array of styles and interventions. I have been able to assist clients with a variety of mental health problems and relational issues in a private, comfortable, and confidential atmosphere.
(248) 487-9764 View (248) 487-9764
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Brook L. McKay
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009  (Online Only)
Are you tired of dating the wrong person or being in a ‘roommate’ status romance or marriage? Relationships are not easy and being romantically involved with the right person takes work; self-work. Whether single or in a relationship, we can all benefit from discovering tools to better communicate our needs, build confidence, find our purpose in life, have a positive self-image and so on. As a therapist specializing in relationship issues, I focus on self-empowerment and self-awareness because settling for less than you deserve is not an option.
Are you tired of dating the wrong person or being in a ‘roommate’ status romance or marriage? Relationships are not easy and being romantically involved with the right person takes work; self-work. Whether single or in a relationship, we can all benefit from discovering tools to better communicate our needs, build confidence, find our purpose in life, have a positive self-image and so on. As a therapist specializing in relationship issues, I focus on self-empowerment and self-awareness because settling for less than you deserve is not an option.
(248) 717-2073 View (248) 717-2073
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Abby B Segal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, LCSW, MJLS
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009
Some of my experiences include practice on the AIDS/oncology unit of a hospital, geriatric social work & marriage & family therapy.
Our work together is a collaboration; you are the expert on you and your life experience, while I offer expertise in human behavior and the process of change. I am active and engaging while working to create an atmosphere of safety and trust where you can reveal your concerns at your own pace. Patients tell me that I am direct in gentle ways, allowing them to feel comfortable and safe to open up & share. I also have a practical focus to help you gain insight to translate pain into understandable causes and growth into a clear set of action steps.
Some of my experiences include practice on the AIDS/oncology unit of a hospital, geriatric social work & marriage & family therapy.
Our work together is a collaboration; you are the expert on you and your life experience, while I offer expertise in human behavior and the process of change. I am active and engaging while working to create an atmosphere of safety and trust where you can reveal your concerns at your own pace. Patients tell me that I am direct in gentle ways, allowing them to feel comfortable and safe to open up & share. I also have a practical focus to help you gain insight to translate pain into understandable causes and growth into a clear set of action steps.
(248) 290-9115 View (248) 290-9115
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Melva Thomas Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009  (Online Only)
My extensive training and experience in marriage and relationship counseling, coaching and workshops inspires me to help couples, just like you.
I have worked with couples in my marriage and relationship counseling and workshop practice for well over 30 years. I know the ups and downs of marriage and relationships from personal and professional experience. I have learned, practiced and taught couples the tools and strategies to have happy and healthy relationships. I am inviting you to schedule a complimentary telephone consultation with me to discuss how I can help both of you.
My extensive training and experience in marriage and relationship counseling, coaching and workshops inspires me to help couples, just like you.
I have worked with couples in my marriage and relationship counseling and workshop practice for well over 30 years. I know the ups and downs of marriage and relationships from personal and professional experience. I have learned, practiced and taught couples the tools and strategies to have happy and healthy relationships. I am inviting you to schedule a complimentary telephone consultation with me to discuss how I can help both of you.
(248) 716-0995 View (248) 716-0995
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Jeanette von Grabe Gottman Couples Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, MI 48009  (Online Only)
Are you feeling disconnected, lonely, angry, frustrated or resentful in your marriage? Do you find yourself stuck in the same argument over and over again? Perhaps tough conversations with your partner are a struggle, that only lead to more conflict, or even worse… silence and further disengagement. Let’s break these unhealthy patterns and negative emotional cycles together. Clients have reported that they enjoy working with my warm and compassionate personality combined with my direct and practical approach.
Are you feeling disconnected, lonely, angry, frustrated or resentful in your marriage? Do you find yourself stuck in the same argument over and over again? Perhaps tough conversations with your partner are a struggle, that only lead to more conflict, or even worse… silence and further disengagement. Let’s break these unhealthy patterns and negative emotional cycles together. Clients have reported that they enjoy working with my warm and compassionate personality combined with my direct and practical approach.
(586) 331-6972 View (586) 331-6972
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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.