Couples Counseling Therapists in Grandville, MI

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Rachel Holland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with teens, adults, and couples.
Coming to therapy takes courage. I find if I can be authentic, it allows my clients to feel that they can open up and do the same. This is where growth happens when you learn it is okay to be authentically you. My favorite phrase is “I can do hard things” because even when you are struggling you are capable of more than you think. It is my goal to help you see this, feel empowered, validated, and give you a safe place to process these “hard things”. I am committed to helping my clients reach their goals and provide the resources and tools necessary to get them there.
I enjoy working with teens, adults, and couples.
Coming to therapy takes courage. I find if I can be authentic, it allows my clients to feel that they can open up and do the same. This is where growth happens when you learn it is okay to be authentically you. My favorite phrase is “I can do hard things” because even when you are struggling you are capable of more than you think. It is my goal to help you see this, feel empowered, validated, and give you a safe place to process these “hard things”. I am committed to helping my clients reach their goals and provide the resources and tools necessary to get them there.
(616) 201-1392 View (616) 201-1392
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Mark R. Dyke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Grandville, MI 49418
Are you going through a difficult separation, or trying to put your life back together after a divorce? In addition to relationship struggles, I work with single adults struggling with divorce, singleness, addiction, and other life challenges.
Are you struggling with a relationship or feel your partner does not understand you? Is communication a problem and you don't know what to do? I can help you. I specialize in, and have had success with, helping couples just like yourself to improve their relationship. To get out of the communication rut and into a healthy, vibrant relationship. I can use that experience to help you in your relationship so that you feel your partner hears and understands you.
Are you going through a difficult separation, or trying to put your life back together after a divorce? In addition to relationship struggles, I work with single adults struggling with divorce, singleness, addiction, and other life challenges.
Are you struggling with a relationship or feel your partner does not understand you? Is communication a problem and you don't know what to do? I can help you. I specialize in, and have had success with, helping couples just like yourself to improve their relationship. To get out of the communication rut and into a healthy, vibrant relationship. I can use that experience to help you in your relationship so that you feel your partner hears and understands you.
(616) 253-6268 View (616) 253-6268
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Keonna Watkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CST, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
I enjoy working with older teens, adults, couples and families of the aging specializing in life transitions, women’s issues, sexual health and grief.
Life can create unseen challenges and become overwhelming and quite isolating. You are not alone. I value therapeutic relationships and strive to build a relationship my clients come to value as well. I do this by creating a comfortable environment where I am my genuine self. I find if I can be real, it allows you to feel that you can do the same. This is where growth happens when you feel understood and respected as your authentic self. It is my goal to help you feel empowered, validated, and provide a safe place to not only choose but process the hard. I am committed to helping you reach your goals.
I enjoy working with older teens, adults, couples and families of the aging specializing in life transitions, women’s issues, sexual health and grief.
Life can create unseen challenges and become overwhelming and quite isolating. You are not alone. I value therapeutic relationships and strive to build a relationship my clients come to value as well. I do this by creating a comfortable environment where I am my genuine self. I find if I can be real, it allows you to feel that you can do the same. This is where growth happens when you feel understood and respected as your authentic self. It is my goal to help you feel empowered, validated, and provide a safe place to not only choose but process the hard. I am committed to helping you reach your goals.
(616) 421-3388 View (616) 421-3388
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Ryan R Meyers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, BSW
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
My expertise in topics I love to help with includes: ADHD, Anxiety, Body Image, Bullying, Communication, Depression, Emotional Eating, Medical, Relationship Issues, Parenting, Parent and Teen Communication, PTSD, School-Related Issues, Self-Esteem, Trauma, Etc.
With more than twelve years of experience in clinical therapy working with children, teens, and adults, I am knowledgeable and skilled in helping clients address delicate topics. My dedication to providing a healthy, conducive, and comfortable atmosphere helps clients to speak freely and engage openly. I am a mother to four children, so I understand the day to day challenges facing families, parents, and children. I employ a joyful, enthusiastic, positive approach to help you achieve the results you are seeking. A journey begins with the first step, and I am excited to hear from you and help you lead your best life!!
My expertise in topics I love to help with includes: ADHD, Anxiety, Body Image, Bullying, Communication, Depression, Emotional Eating, Medical, Relationship Issues, Parenting, Parent and Teen Communication, PTSD, School-Related Issues, Self-Esteem, Trauma, Etc.
With more than twelve years of experience in clinical therapy working with children, teens, and adults, I am knowledgeable and skilled in helping clients address delicate topics. My dedication to providing a healthy, conducive, and comfortable atmosphere helps clients to speak freely and engage openly. I am a mother to four children, so I understand the day to day challenges facing families, parents, and children. I employ a joyful, enthusiastic, positive approach to help you achieve the results you are seeking. A journey begins with the first step, and I am excited to hear from you and help you lead your best life!!
(616) 202-3558 View (616) 202-3558
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Allison Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, LLMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and specialize in working with clients who are seeking marital and couples therapy.
Are you feeling like you and your significant other are stuck in a cycle of having the same argument? Do you get that "here we go again" feeling when conflict arises? Are your relationships impacted by your past? Are you looking for healing, growth, and freedom from burdens? If you can relate to any of these statements, I would love to help.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and specialize in working with clients who are seeking marital and couples therapy.
Are you feeling like you and your significant other are stuck in a cycle of having the same argument? Do you get that "here we go again" feeling when conflict arises? Are your relationships impacted by your past? Are you looking for healing, growth, and freedom from burdens? If you can relate to any of these statements, I would love to help.
(616) 222-0631 x711 View (616) 222-0631 x711
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Stacey Vandenberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grandville, MI 49418
By building a trusting therapeutic relationship, I have worked with many individuals/ couples that have realized that they can live their lives with greater peace/happiness and reduce their loneliness, confusion, rapid thinking, shame/guilt, and worry by recognizing new coping skills, self-confidence, and developing new ways of perceiving their experiences.
I am a psychologist with over 25 years of experience helping others to navigate life's journey. I offer a judgment-free environment to overcome life's challenges and provide a haven for self-discovery. Through this process, my clients have recognized their ability to heal and gain a greater insight into self-empowerment. I specialize in overcoming trauma, parts therapy (IFS), relationships, anxiety, depression, and more with individuals/ couples in coordination with their PCP when needed. I have found that how we perceive ourselves is our reality, and, together, we can expand that perspective.
By building a trusting therapeutic relationship, I have worked with many individuals/ couples that have realized that they can live their lives with greater peace/happiness and reduce their loneliness, confusion, rapid thinking, shame/guilt, and worry by recognizing new coping skills, self-confidence, and developing new ways of perceiving their experiences.
I am a psychologist with over 25 years of experience helping others to navigate life's journey. I offer a judgment-free environment to overcome life's challenges and provide a haven for self-discovery. Through this process, my clients have recognized their ability to heal and gain a greater insight into self-empowerment. I specialize in overcoming trauma, parts therapy (IFS), relationships, anxiety, depression, and more with individuals/ couples in coordination with their PCP when needed. I have found that how we perceive ourselves is our reality, and, together, we can expand that perspective.
(231) 307-8491 View (231) 307-8491
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Janet Stark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grandville, MI 49418
Waitlist for new clients
This work includes couples seeking increased intimacy, help with relational challenges or preparation for marriage.
Whatever brought you here, welcome. Often, people seek help because they have a sense that all is not well, even if they don’t have language to explain what they feel or why. I believe that honoring this knowing is one of the bravest things we can do and is an essential step in recovering a sense of well-being. I consider it a privilege to join with clients to explore the beliefs, hopes, fears, and struggles that are all part of what it means to be human. I draw from trauma-focused, relational, narrative, and mindfulness-based approaches, and prioritize creating a safe, compassionate, therapeutic relationship.
This work includes couples seeking increased intimacy, help with relational challenges or preparation for marriage.
Whatever brought you here, welcome. Often, people seek help because they have a sense that all is not well, even if they don’t have language to explain what they feel or why. I believe that honoring this knowing is one of the bravest things we can do and is an essential step in recovering a sense of well-being. I consider it a privilege to join with clients to explore the beliefs, hopes, fears, and struggles that are all part of what it means to be human. I draw from trauma-focused, relational, narrative, and mindfulness-based approaches, and prioritize creating a safe, compassionate, therapeutic relationship.
(616) 557-7668 View (616) 557-7668
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Trent Morell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LLMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grandville, MI 49418
I help with intimacy, emotional connection, creation of a strong foundation for couples to grow and become aware of themselves and their role in their relationships.
I work with primarily with couples, but also see families and individuals interested in systemic therapy. I work with clients interested in deepening their relationship, particularly in times of stress or entering a new period in their life. My clients are interested in growing their sense of self and their understanding of how they can function best in their romantic and familial relationships.
I help with intimacy, emotional connection, creation of a strong foundation for couples to grow and become aware of themselves and their role in their relationships.
I work with primarily with couples, but also see families and individuals interested in systemic therapy. I work with clients interested in deepening their relationship, particularly in times of stress or entering a new period in their life. My clients are interested in growing their sense of self and their understanding of how they can function best in their romantic and familial relationships.
(616) 952-3030 View (616) 952-3030
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Mark Sanders
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
The relationship between you and your therapist is vital to building trust and helping you feel comfortable sharing your story so that you can better understand how past experiences impact your current life, and set you up for a more fulfilling future.
Life often contains unexpected and difficult challenges that lead to us grieving that life is not what we were hoping for or planned. These challenges can be situational or ongoing experiences. Whether it is the loss of a loved one, a significant life transition, relational struggles, questions of identity, persistent feelings of guilt, shame, or inadequacy, constant worries, or existential/spiritual doubts, we can be left feeling lost and unsure what to do next. When these occur it can be demoralizing and defeating, but also provide immense opportunity for growth. It is my goal to help each person navigate these times in life.
The relationship between you and your therapist is vital to building trust and helping you feel comfortable sharing your story so that you can better understand how past experiences impact your current life, and set you up for a more fulfilling future.
Life often contains unexpected and difficult challenges that lead to us grieving that life is not what we were hoping for or planned. These challenges can be situational or ongoing experiences. Whether it is the loss of a loved one, a significant life transition, relational struggles, questions of identity, persistent feelings of guilt, shame, or inadequacy, constant worries, or existential/spiritual doubts, we can be left feeling lost and unsure what to do next. When these occur it can be demoralizing and defeating, but also provide immense opportunity for growth. It is my goal to help each person navigate these times in life.
(616) 439-6287 View (616) 439-6287
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Jessica Cloutier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CMHIHP
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
I believe a therapeutic relationship, skill building, targeted interventions and guided self-exploration can encourage individuals to access the strength and insight necessary to change negative scripts in their lives, overcome adversity, and thrive! I look forward to the opportunity to partner with you on your journey.
Today's society can be very overstimulating and can make it hard to focus on our inner experience of emotions. Sometimes we need an opportunity to slow down and process whether our feelings, thoughts and behaviors are helping or getting in the way of where we want to be as - as individuals and in relationship with others.
I believe a therapeutic relationship, skill building, targeted interventions and guided self-exploration can encourage individuals to access the strength and insight necessary to change negative scripts in their lives, overcome adversity, and thrive! I look forward to the opportunity to partner with you on your journey.
Today's society can be very overstimulating and can make it hard to focus on our inner experience of emotions. Sometimes we need an opportunity to slow down and process whether our feelings, thoughts and behaviors are helping or getting in the way of where we want to be as - as individuals and in relationship with others.
(616) 229-2974 View (616) 229-2974
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Meredith Persenaire
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
I believe it is important to help each client feel comfortable, valued, and respected during the therapeutic process. My approach focuses on helping you achieve a healthy, satisfying lifestyle by encouraging long-lasting changes to target and diminish the symptoms that led you to seek services. I work effectively with adolescent and adult clients struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, and relationship problems. To ensure that every client feels confident in the counseling process I offer a free 15 minute consultation for new clients to answer any questions you may have about getting started.
I believe it is important to help each client feel comfortable, valued, and respected during the therapeutic process. My approach focuses on helping you achieve a healthy, satisfying lifestyle by encouraging long-lasting changes to target and diminish the symptoms that led you to seek services. I work effectively with adolescent and adult clients struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, and relationship problems. To ensure that every client feels confident in the counseling process I offer a free 15 minute consultation for new clients to answer any questions you may have about getting started.
(616) 228-7601 View (616) 228-7601
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Abraham Bilyeu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
I am a Licensed Psychologist specializing in individual and couples therapy, as well as helping people manage daily life stressors. Identifying your specific needs for therapy will be important as I believe a collaborative approach is important in treatment. I help people better understand how their thoughts and behavior impact their mood, and encourage my clients to incorporate personal values into the daily lives. Strengthening relationships and building support is a key component to much of my therapeutic work. In addition, I am an ally to the lgbtq+ community and infuse a multicultural approach to my therapeutic work.
I am a Licensed Psychologist specializing in individual and couples therapy, as well as helping people manage daily life stressors. Identifying your specific needs for therapy will be important as I believe a collaborative approach is important in treatment. I help people better understand how their thoughts and behavior impact their mood, and encourage my clients to incorporate personal values into the daily lives. Strengthening relationships and building support is a key component to much of my therapeutic work. In addition, I am an ally to the lgbtq+ community and infuse a multicultural approach to my therapeutic work.
(616) 205-9451 View (616) 205-9451
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Kerry Prior
Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
I offer individual, relationship and group counseling.
My practice is focused on individual, relationship and transformative counseling. If you are striving to heal, set goals, create healthy boundaries, have a deeper awareness or overcome self limitations, call me today. We all have many challenges and sometimes all it takes is to talk to someone who will share the tools needed for you to be successful. It is my passion to be where you are, and you decide how fast you want to get there. I am committed to my work and my clients!
I offer individual, relationship and group counseling.
My practice is focused on individual, relationship and transformative counseling. If you are striving to heal, set goals, create healthy boundaries, have a deeper awareness or overcome self limitations, call me today. We all have many challenges and sometimes all it takes is to talk to someone who will share the tools needed for you to be successful. It is my passion to be where you are, and you decide how fast you want to get there. I am committed to my work and my clients!
(616) 788-2137 View (616) 788-2137
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Trisha Tanis
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
Therapy is a great way to take care of yourself and your future. My goal as a therapist is to foster a space that feels inviting, safe, and accepting. Your experiences have influenced who you are, and my hope is to explore these experiences together to facilitate self-discovery and healing. I prioritize developing a trusting, genuine therapy relationship to allow for exploration of challenging thoughts, while empowering you to make changes to help you lead a life in line with your values.
Therapy is a great way to take care of yourself and your future. My goal as a therapist is to foster a space that feels inviting, safe, and accepting. Your experiences have influenced who you are, and my hope is to explore these experiences together to facilitate self-discovery and healing. I prioritize developing a trusting, genuine therapy relationship to allow for exploration of challenging thoughts, while empowering you to make changes to help you lead a life in line with your values.
(616) 344-5465 View (616) 344-5465
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Davison Sarai Nicholas
Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC, MST-PSB
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grandville, MI 49418  (Online Only)
I specialize in treatment of trans* individuals (transgender, non-binary, agender, fluid, gender queer, etc), and have provided individual, family, couples, and medical referral services.
It is my personal and professional belief that everyone is capable of discovering their most authentic and successful self, but may occasionally need assistance in their journey to personal enrichment. I have been lucky enough to find those people in my own life, and I consider it an honor to serve that purpose for my clients in a warm, welcoming, yet professional fashion. I respect the individual needs of varying cultural backgrounds, and enjoy finding common ground with varying clientele.
I specialize in treatment of trans* individuals (transgender, non-binary, agender, fluid, gender queer, etc), and have provided individual, family, couples, and medical referral services.
It is my personal and professional belief that everyone is capable of discovering their most authentic and successful self, but may occasionally need assistance in their journey to personal enrichment. I have been lucky enough to find those people in my own life, and I consider it an honor to serve that purpose for my clients in a warm, welcoming, yet professional fashion. I respect the individual needs of varying cultural backgrounds, and enjoy finding common ground with varying clientele.
(269) 355-6527 View (269) 355-6527
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Gregory S Kaiser
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
I am unique in that I have counseled many families in their home and have developed a specialized ability to help couples and families develop attainable goals and resolve conflict.
I provide a safe nonjudgmental therapeutic environment where you can tell me your story and we can freely explore all of the issues of your concern and your goals. Together we’ll develop a plan that works specifically for you and will move you towards creating goals that are attainable for you. I will equip you with tools to reach your goals and overcome the challenges you face now and challenges you face in the future. I enjoy building strong therapeutic relationships founded on empathy and respect. My hope and goal is for you to have a pleasant experience that leaves you feeling supported and motivated to face the challenges ahead
I am unique in that I have counseled many families in their home and have developed a specialized ability to help couples and families develop attainable goals and resolve conflict.
I provide a safe nonjudgmental therapeutic environment where you can tell me your story and we can freely explore all of the issues of your concern and your goals. Together we’ll develop a plan that works specifically for you and will move you towards creating goals that are attainable for you. I will equip you with tools to reach your goals and overcome the challenges you face now and challenges you face in the future. I enjoy building strong therapeutic relationships founded on empathy and respect. My hope and goal is for you to have a pleasant experience that leaves you feeling supported and motivated to face the challenges ahead
(616) 229-3179 View (616) 229-3179
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Steven Kreitzer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
I help couples get unstuck and learn how to resolve power struggles so they feel loved and valued.
I believe progression towards healing is always possible. The ability to heal is not the problem. It is getting the right help and doing “the work” that creates healing. I love helping people understand their issues and how to heal or deal with them.
I help couples get unstuck and learn how to resolve power struggles so they feel loved and valued.
I believe progression towards healing is always possible. The ability to heal is not the problem. It is getting the right help and doing “the work” that creates healing. I love helping people understand their issues and how to heal or deal with them.
(616) 208-3257 View (616) 208-3257
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Joanne Vanderveen Counseling, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I know that it takes courage to reach out for help and I would be honored to partner with you on your journey.
Do you feel anxious, sad, or stressed out from trying to navigate life on your own? Do you feel misunderstood, disconnected from loved ones, or stuck in patterns you feel powerless to change? Are you questioning aspects of your identity, striving to find a purpose, or deconstructing from beliefs which cause you internal conflict? If so, you have come to the right place. I believe that no question is inappropriate to ask, no issue is too challenging to face, and everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. My goal is to create a safe space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment or shame.
I know that it takes courage to reach out for help and I would be honored to partner with you on your journey.
Do you feel anxious, sad, or stressed out from trying to navigate life on your own? Do you feel misunderstood, disconnected from loved ones, or stuck in patterns you feel powerless to change? Are you questioning aspects of your identity, striving to find a purpose, or deconstructing from beliefs which cause you internal conflict? If so, you have come to the right place. I believe that no question is inappropriate to ask, no issue is too challenging to face, and everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. My goal is to create a safe space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment or shame.
(616) 404-3987 View (616) 404-3987
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Max Malave
Counselor, LLPC, MA
Verified Verified
Grandville, MI 49418
Trust, rapport, & safety are imperative to the therapeutic relationship.
My passion to work with the LGBTQIA2S+ community, & adolescents & young adults stems from wanting to provide the therapy & be that person I wish I could have had growing up. Being part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, I strive to make an inclusive environment for all clients that I see. I strive to make a warm & inviting atmosphere, & want to make sure that the therapeutic environment can foster a safe & open place to be able to discuss any matters that are important to my clients. I hope to provide a trusting & nonjudgmental environment to challenge & also work alongside you to see the growth & progress that you may be seeking.
Trust, rapport, & safety are imperative to the therapeutic relationship.
My passion to work with the LGBTQIA2S+ community, & adolescents & young adults stems from wanting to provide the therapy & be that person I wish I could have had growing up. Being part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, I strive to make an inclusive environment for all clients that I see. I strive to make a warm & inviting atmosphere, & want to make sure that the therapeutic environment can foster a safe & open place to be able to discuss any matters that are important to my clients. I hope to provide a trusting & nonjudgmental environment to challenge & also work alongside you to see the growth & progress that you may be seeking.
(616) 345-2860 View (616) 345-2860
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Dr. Ryan N Kron
PhD, MS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Grandville, MI 49418
I help parents, couples, LGBTQ+, high achievers, athletes +.
You are worthy & I believe in you. You think no one gets you? No one can help? No one gets it? You've tried, nothing works. I get it. Asking for help is hard, change is scary. It feels impossible. Maybe people failed you. Sad? Lost? Saying FU world, or who am I? Alone? Insecure? Anxiety? I'm a doctor with real world expertise who can help you. No issue is off limits. LGBTQ+? Relationships? Family? Parenting? Teen life? Men stuff? Self-esteem? Sex/Sexuality? High achiever? Sports? Fitness/Exercise help? I center coaching on your goals, strengths, feasibility, and reality. I'm real, kind, compassionate & blunt. Let's triumph together!
I help parents, couples, LGBTQ+, high achievers, athletes +.
You are worthy & I believe in you. You think no one gets you? No one can help? No one gets it? You've tried, nothing works. I get it. Asking for help is hard, change is scary. It feels impossible. Maybe people failed you. Sad? Lost? Saying FU world, or who am I? Alone? Insecure? Anxiety? I'm a doctor with real world expertise who can help you. No issue is off limits. LGBTQ+? Relationships? Family? Parenting? Teen life? Men stuff? Self-esteem? Sex/Sexuality? High achiever? Sports? Fitness/Exercise help? I center coaching on your goals, strengths, feasibility, and reality. I'm real, kind, compassionate & blunt. Let's triumph together!
(616) 300-1518 View (616) 300-1518
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Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.