Marriage Counseling Therapists in Forney, TX

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Erica Winn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126
As a therapist, my goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, and supportive atmosphere for anyone seeking to make a change in their life. It can be an emotional decision to enter into a therapeutic relationship, but I would like to partner with you and develop a personalized approach tailored to your individual needs to help you attain the growth you're striving for. I work with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of issues including: pre- marital/ marital counseling, depression, anxiety, divorce, parenting difficulties, ADHD, grief/loss issues and anger-management problems.
As a therapist, my goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, and supportive atmosphere for anyone seeking to make a change in their life. It can be an emotional decision to enter into a therapeutic relationship, but I would like to partner with you and develop a personalized approach tailored to your individual needs to help you attain the growth you're striving for. I work with individuals, couples, and families with a variety of issues including: pre- marital/ marital counseling, depression, anxiety, divorce, parenting difficulties, ADHD, grief/loss issues and anger-management problems.
(972) 362-9058 View (972) 362-9058
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Samantha Allison-Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126  (Online Only)
Furthermore, my experience concludes working with the following specialty areas: Personality Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Grief, and Marriage and Family.
Allison Evans Counseling & Consulting, PLLC , our mission is to heal, empower, and transform lives through compassionate counseling services. We strive to empower individuals to reach their full potential and make positive changes in their lives. My name is Samantha Allison- Evans and I am the owner of Allison Evans Counseling and Consulting, PLLC. I am a licensed mental health therapist. Our ultimate goal is to help clients achieve personal growth, overcome challenges, and find lasting happiness and fulfillment. Firstly, the mission statement emphasizes our business's commitment to healing, empowering, and transforming lives.
Furthermore, my experience concludes working with the following specialty areas: Personality Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Grief, and Marriage and Family.
Allison Evans Counseling & Consulting, PLLC , our mission is to heal, empower, and transform lives through compassionate counseling services. We strive to empower individuals to reach their full potential and make positive changes in their lives. My name is Samantha Allison- Evans and I am the owner of Allison Evans Counseling and Consulting, PLLC. I am a licensed mental health therapist. Our ultimate goal is to help clients achieve personal growth, overcome challenges, and find lasting happiness and fulfillment. Firstly, the mission statement emphasizes our business's commitment to healing, empowering, and transforming lives.
(469) 382-3498 View (469) 382-3498
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Shannon Francom
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Forney, TX 75126
Everyone, and I mean EVERYONE, experiences some sort of hardship, trauma, conflict, or setback at one time or another in their life. Sometimes we seem to handle these distressing situations and events with ease, and sometimes we seem a little lost, misunderstood, or like we can't quite keep our head above water. I can help! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with nearly a decade of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, with a variety of presenting concerns, such as depression and anxiety, trauma, marriage/family problems, addiction, eating disorders, and many more.
Everyone, and I mean EVERYONE, experiences some sort of hardship, trauma, conflict, or setback at one time or another in their life. Sometimes we seem to handle these distressing situations and events with ease, and sometimes we seem a little lost, misunderstood, or like we can't quite keep our head above water. I can help! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with nearly a decade of experience working with individuals, couples, and families, with a variety of presenting concerns, such as depression and anxiety, trauma, marriage/family problems, addiction, eating disorders, and many more.
(469) 721-6521 View (469) 721-6521
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Elaine Barnett
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Forney, TX 75126
I am passionate about working with all ages, facing various issues such as sexual abuse, marital and family conflict, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and childhood issues.
Dr. Barnett is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has over 25 years of experience as a clinician. She is a Dallas native and received a BA in Business Management, an MA in Counseling from Texas A&M Commerce, and a doctorate in Counseling from Cornerstone University.
I am passionate about working with all ages, facing various issues such as sexual abuse, marital and family conflict, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and childhood issues.
Dr. Barnett is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has over 25 years of experience as a clinician. She is a Dallas native and received a BA in Business Management, an MA in Counseling from Texas A&M Commerce, and a doctorate in Counseling from Cornerstone University.
(833) 536-3218 View (833) 536-3218
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Chris Barela
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126
I am a graduate of St. Edwards University with my MA in Marriage and Family Counseling. I have experience working with couples, individuals, families, and adolescents ages 12-17. Having worked with clients and families possessing a variety of cultural values, biases, and worldviews, I have developed highly effective interpersonal and intercultural communication skills. For Online therapy only please visit my website at BarelaCounseling.com. I also see clients in person at Pathway Psychiatry (Different rates apply). Please visit Pathway at PathwayPsychiatry.com.
I am a graduate of St. Edwards University with my MA in Marriage and Family Counseling. I have experience working with couples, individuals, families, and adolescents ages 12-17. Having worked with clients and families possessing a variety of cultural values, biases, and worldviews, I have developed highly effective interpersonal and intercultural communication skills. For Online therapy only please visit my website at BarelaCounseling.com. I also see clients in person at Pathway Psychiatry (Different rates apply). Please visit Pathway at PathwayPsychiatry.com.
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Elizabeth McConnell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126
I also work with clients who experience depression, marital and pre marital issues, relationship issues, school issues, self esteem issues, self-harming behaviors, trauma and PTSD.
Are you too busy to try to piece parenting tips together from social media and nothing seems to work? Do you want change NOW? Are you feeling emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed or frustrated? Do you feel out of control? I help parents with: toddler tantrums; bonding after adoption; blended families; divorce; adolescent/teen self-esteem, anger, and self-harming; sibling conflict; grief; ADHD; OCD and other behavioral problems. I'm Elizabeth and I specialize in parent coaching of children and adolescents. If you are looking for a therapist who can help you grow your skills as a parent - I am here for you.
I also work with clients who experience depression, marital and pre marital issues, relationship issues, school issues, self esteem issues, self-harming behaviors, trauma and PTSD.
Are you too busy to try to piece parenting tips together from social media and nothing seems to work? Do you want change NOW? Are you feeling emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed or frustrated? Do you feel out of control? I help parents with: toddler tantrums; bonding after adoption; blended families; divorce; adolescent/teen self-esteem, anger, and self-harming; sibling conflict; grief; ADHD; OCD and other behavioral problems. I'm Elizabeth and I specialize in parent coaching of children and adolescents. If you are looking for a therapist who can help you grow your skills as a parent - I am here for you.
(469) 489-3784 View (469) 489-3784
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Dawn Waldron Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, ACSW, SAP, CART
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126
Additional topics include marital and parent-child interactions, abusive relationships, alternative lifestyles, school concerns including academic, behavioral, social issues, and parenting facilitation.
I have 25 years of psychotherapy experience successfully helping people improve their lives. Talking about problems can be difficult, however, sharing concerns with an objective, professional therapist enables you to understand and overcome challenges. I treat you with respect, understanding, and confidentiality, and provide exceptional services in a comfortable and non-judgmental environment. I have a wide variety of professional experience with children, teens, and adults, in both short and long-term therapy, dealing with a broad spectrum of problems. In addition, I provide diagnostic assessments and consultations.
Additional topics include marital and parent-child interactions, abusive relationships, alternative lifestyles, school concerns including academic, behavioral, social issues, and parenting facilitation.
I have 25 years of psychotherapy experience successfully helping people improve their lives. Talking about problems can be difficult, however, sharing concerns with an objective, professional therapist enables you to understand and overcome challenges. I treat you with respect, understanding, and confidentiality, and provide exceptional services in a comfortable and non-judgmental environment. I have a wide variety of professional experience with children, teens, and adults, in both short and long-term therapy, dealing with a broad spectrum of problems. In addition, I provide diagnostic assessments and consultations.
(972) 684-5962 View (972) 684-5962
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ACE T. Counseling & Wellness Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Forney, TX 75126
I have an excellent record of successful work on several disorders including Depression, Anxiety/Phobia, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, Anger, Grief, & ADHD/ADD, Addiction, Behavioral Issues, Eating Disorders, Life Coaching, Marital and Pre marital, Obesity, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self Esteem, & Self-Harming.
My mission is to help all my clients make quality improvements in their lives. I have years of experience in individual, family, couple, and group counseling. I integrate several forms of psychotherapy approaches such as Internal Family System, BrainSpotting, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral therapy (TB-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and more, to tailor treatment to my clients' individual needs. My intervention styles and commitment to my clients' total wellness help them achieve the successful resolution of their underlying issues and traumatic reactions.
I have an excellent record of successful work on several disorders including Depression, Anxiety/Phobia, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders, Anger, Grief, & ADHD/ADD, Addiction, Behavioral Issues, Eating Disorders, Life Coaching, Marital and Pre marital, Obesity, Oppositional Defiance, Parenting, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self Esteem, & Self-Harming.
My mission is to help all my clients make quality improvements in their lives. I have years of experience in individual, family, couple, and group counseling. I integrate several forms of psychotherapy approaches such as Internal Family System, BrainSpotting, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral therapy (TB-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and more, to tailor treatment to my clients' individual needs. My intervention styles and commitment to my clients' total wellness help them achieve the successful resolution of their underlying issues and traumatic reactions.
(972) 441-7349 View (972) 441-7349
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Michelle Denise Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MMFT, HSCCRT, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126
I work with clients who deal with anger, depression, anxiety, marital and couple issues, trauma, addictions, behavioral issues, suicidal ideations, emotional and physical abuse, etc.
Have you looked in the mirror and asked yourself, "How did I get here?" “Who can I trust?” “How did my life change so quickly that I can't even recognize myself anymore?" "Am I Crazy?" "I Want to be Happy?" Problems are just the tip of the iceberg. Real problems start and end with the mirror image we see daily. Often the mirror image is silent but dying to speak and live life again. Issues in life start with the inability to be heard, believed in, and understood. I believe the best way to find you again, is to find your voice.
I work with clients who deal with anger, depression, anxiety, marital and couple issues, trauma, addictions, behavioral issues, suicidal ideations, emotional and physical abuse, etc.
Have you looked in the mirror and asked yourself, "How did I get here?" “Who can I trust?” “How did my life change so quickly that I can't even recognize myself anymore?" "Am I Crazy?" "I Want to be Happy?" Problems are just the tip of the iceberg. Real problems start and end with the mirror image we see daily. Often the mirror image is silent but dying to speak and live life again. Issues in life start with the inability to be heard, believed in, and understood. I believe the best way to find you again, is to find your voice.
(972) 895-6640 View (972) 895-6640
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246 Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126
With a team of 6 therapists, our goal is to provide a level of life experience and expertise to meet our clients where they are. We understand that seeking counseling can be scary, which is why we work hard to create a safe space for our clients to explore any and all areas of their lives. We do not take a cookie cutter approach to therapy, our team is trained to tailor therapy to the individual. We will work with you to establish realistic goals, and achieve them, through working with a therapist on our team who best meets your needs.
With a team of 6 therapists, our goal is to provide a level of life experience and expertise to meet our clients where they are. We understand that seeking counseling can be scary, which is why we work hard to create a safe space for our clients to explore any and all areas of their lives. We do not take a cookie cutter approach to therapy, our team is trained to tailor therapy to the individual. We will work with you to establish realistic goals, and achieve them, through working with a therapist on our team who best meets your needs.
(469) 289-1377 View (469) 289-1377
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Natasha Montgomery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC, CLC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126  (Online Only)
Asking for help is the best choice to make when you feel you have run out of options. Life happens to everyone and can feel overwhelming. But there is hope that your life doesn't have to stay the way it has always been. When life gets tough it is often helpful to have a person lend an open ear and heart while supporting you through your circumstances. Making the decision to come to counseling is often a tough choice to make. However, it will be the greatest gift you can give yourself. Choose to put yourself first today and give yourself space to process & heal by scheduling an appointment with our office.
Asking for help is the best choice to make when you feel you have run out of options. Life happens to everyone and can feel overwhelming. But there is hope that your life doesn't have to stay the way it has always been. When life gets tough it is often helpful to have a person lend an open ear and heart while supporting you through your circumstances. Making the decision to come to counseling is often a tough choice to make. However, it will be the greatest gift you can give yourself. Choose to put yourself first today and give yourself space to process & heal by scheduling an appointment with our office.
(682) 307-4458 View (682) 307-4458
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Kimberley B Montgomery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126
Waitlist for new clients
I am committed to helping people. I have a passion for supervision. I believe that supervision helped me to become a confident clinician and I feel empowered to help others find their clinical voice as well. I also have a passion for people dealing with chronic illness. People who deal with health issues on a daily basis need someone to talk to as they navigate the struggles of getting well. As a parent of four children I understand that parenting can be difficult and at times frustrating. I want to help parents find the joys in raising children and help them feel successful as caregivers. I am kind, compassionate, and honest.
I am committed to helping people. I have a passion for supervision. I believe that supervision helped me to become a confident clinician and I feel empowered to help others find their clinical voice as well. I also have a passion for people dealing with chronic illness. People who deal with health issues on a daily basis need someone to talk to as they navigate the struggles of getting well. As a parent of four children I understand that parenting can be difficult and at times frustrating. I want to help parents find the joys in raising children and help them feel successful as caregivers. I am kind, compassionate, and honest.
(214) 972-3478 View (214) 972-3478
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Felicia Glick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126
Accepting new clients for face to face in Texas and Virtual. Are you looking for someone trustworthy who can help? Why just survive when you can thrive. True change & healing come from deep within and is a process requiring respect and love of yourself. If you are seeking change for yourself or in your relationships, I can help you envision and implement strategies to get you to a better mindset. My empathetic, energetic, motivational style, allows even the difficult topics to be explored. I love the Gottman Method to improve relationships and am fascinated by the unconscious mind. I have been helping couples for over 15 years.
Accepting new clients for face to face in Texas and Virtual. Are you looking for someone trustworthy who can help? Why just survive when you can thrive. True change & healing come from deep within and is a process requiring respect and love of yourself. If you are seeking change for yourself or in your relationships, I can help you envision and implement strategies to get you to a better mindset. My empathetic, energetic, motivational style, allows even the difficult topics to be explored. I love the Gottman Method to improve relationships and am fascinated by the unconscious mind. I have been helping couples for over 15 years.
(430) 233-5577 View (430) 233-5577
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Jasmine Battles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126
Hi, I'm Jasmine. My motto is "I show up authentically myself so that you can show up authentically yourself." My passion is to create a safe place so that you can express yourself without judgment. Sometimes we have big feelings and we need someone to help us make sense of them. That's where I am come in! During our work together we will process your feelings so that we can get to the deeper meaning of WHY! Why am I feeling this way? Why do these things keep happening to me? And why does it feel like I'm going crazy? Processing through the "Why" can help us get to the HOW! How do I cope with these feelings?
Hi, I'm Jasmine. My motto is "I show up authentically myself so that you can show up authentically yourself." My passion is to create a safe place so that you can express yourself without judgment. Sometimes we have big feelings and we need someone to help us make sense of them. That's where I am come in! During our work together we will process your feelings so that we can get to the deeper meaning of WHY! Why am I feeling this way? Why do these things keep happening to me? And why does it feel like I'm going crazy? Processing through the "Why" can help us get to the HOW! How do I cope with these feelings?
(469) 378-5810 View (469) 378-5810
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Kori Joslyn
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Forney, TX 75126
I am an LPC with over 8 years of clinical experience who has worked with a multitude of clients ranging in age, generations, and experience within many diverse settings, fostering a well-rounded, practical, and comprehensive approach when it comes to working with clients. I'll meet you right where you are on your journey, provide therapeutic support, and find solutions that enable you to live a healthier, more fulfilling life. Collaboratively, we will work to cultivate new coping skills, identify personal strengths, reshape relationships, and overcome ineffective behavioral patterns in an effort to achieve your personal goals.
I am an LPC with over 8 years of clinical experience who has worked with a multitude of clients ranging in age, generations, and experience within many diverse settings, fostering a well-rounded, practical, and comprehensive approach when it comes to working with clients. I'll meet you right where you are on your journey, provide therapeutic support, and find solutions that enable you to live a healthier, more fulfilling life. Collaboratively, we will work to cultivate new coping skills, identify personal strengths, reshape relationships, and overcome ineffective behavioral patterns in an effort to achieve your personal goals.
(346) 509-5200 View (346) 509-5200
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Travis Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126  (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who seeks to understand and overcome their feelings that say things like "I'm not good enough" and/or other anxious thoughts. This thought may make them struggle in relationships, at work, and in personal growth due to their desire for perfection. What I believe this client truly needs is a sense of belonging and significance, coupled with the courage to confront those thoughts head-on. Their goals are centered around achieving a balanced life, forming meaningful relationships, and finding purpose in contributing positively to the people in their life.
My ideal client is someone who seeks to understand and overcome their feelings that say things like "I'm not good enough" and/or other anxious thoughts. This thought may make them struggle in relationships, at work, and in personal growth due to their desire for perfection. What I believe this client truly needs is a sense of belonging and significance, coupled with the courage to confront those thoughts head-on. Their goals are centered around achieving a balanced life, forming meaningful relationships, and finding purpose in contributing positively to the people in their life.
(469) 253-7899 View (469) 253-7899
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Karen M. Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, MSW
Verified Verified
Forney, TX 75126  (Online Only)
I believe in the power of a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship, working together with clients to explore your unique strengths and challenges to foster lasting change. Known as "The Couples Therapist" I not only provide couples therapy; I offer the therapeutic experience to individuals and groups. Life lessons and chapters of life have equipped me to work with ALL people, I'm elated to be in a place to share not only my clinical expertise but life lessons with you through therapy, life consulting and women groups. Let the next pages of your life consist of healing, growing & developing. TURN to your next chapter!
I believe in the power of a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship, working together with clients to explore your unique strengths and challenges to foster lasting change. Known as "The Couples Therapist" I not only provide couples therapy; I offer the therapeutic experience to individuals and groups. Life lessons and chapters of life have equipped me to work with ALL people, I'm elated to be in a place to share not only my clinical expertise but life lessons with you through therapy, life consulting and women groups. Let the next pages of your life consist of healing, growing & developing. TURN to your next chapter!
(469) 812-5943 View (469) 812-5943
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Donna Rial-Baker
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, MEd, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Forney, TX 75126
Dr. Rial-Baker is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Doctor of Ministry. She is a practical, interactive therapist who uses an array of therapeutic techniques. Her treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. She incorporates a blend of conventional, spiritual, and alternative approaches, drawing upon a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. With sensitivity and compassion, she works with clients to help them to build upon their strengths to bring life and blessings into all that they experience.
Dr. Rial-Baker is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Doctor of Ministry. She is a practical, interactive therapist who uses an array of therapeutic techniques. Her treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. She incorporates a blend of conventional, spiritual, and alternative approaches, drawing upon a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. With sensitivity and compassion, she works with clients to help them to build upon their strengths to bring life and blessings into all that they experience.
(469) 464-9940 View (469) 464-9940
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Dana Reneé Hartless
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS, BSW
Verified Verified
Forney, TX 75126
I have 20 years experience as a School Counselor. I started a private counseling practice in February 2015 as an LPC-Intern under the supervision of Dr. Donna Rial-Baker, D. Min., LPC-S. Even though I have gathered expertise working with children and youth for many years, I have spent the last 3 1/2 years building a practice working with clients of all ages including adults. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with adults who are interested in making life changes related to relationships, careers, and/or personal goals.
I have 20 years experience as a School Counselor. I started a private counseling practice in February 2015 as an LPC-Intern under the supervision of Dr. Donna Rial-Baker, D. Min., LPC-S. Even though I have gathered expertise working with children and youth for many years, I have spent the last 3 1/2 years building a practice working with clients of all ages including adults. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with adults who are interested in making life changes related to relationships, careers, and/or personal goals.
(972) 375-9287 View (972) 375-9287
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BasePoint Psychiatry & Wellness
Verified Verified
Forney, TX 75126
BasePoint Psychiatry & Wellness is unlike any other practice in the Dallas Area. Since our inception over a decade ago, the caring licensed counselors, psychologists, social workers, nurse practitioners, and psychiatrists at BasePoint have provided high-quality professional mental health counseling, life coaching, and medication management services to thousands of individuals, couples, and families in Forney, and the greater Dallas area.
BasePoint Psychiatry & Wellness is unlike any other practice in the Dallas Area. Since our inception over a decade ago, the caring licensed counselors, psychologists, social workers, nurse practitioners, and psychiatrists at BasePoint have provided high-quality professional mental health counseling, life coaching, and medication management services to thousands of individuals, couples, and families in Forney, and the greater Dallas area.
(469) 617-5843 View (469) 617-5843
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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.