Marriage Counseling Therapists in Rensselaer County, NY

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Sue Ann Fratello LMHC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Nassau, NY 12123
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over twenty years of progressive experience working with people like yourself who need someone to listen about your daily struggles and emotional needs for a happy life. You will receive marriage and family counseling for couples and individuals; therapeutic counseling for individuals and children as well as to those with special needs. I provide military veterans and their families compassionate support to transition from combat / non-combat deployment into family living. I provide crisis counseling to people who require assistance with immigration issues.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over twenty years of progressive experience working with people like yourself who need someone to listen about your daily struggles and emotional needs for a happy life. You will receive marriage and family counseling for couples and individuals; therapeutic counseling for individuals and children as well as to those with special needs. I provide military veterans and their families compassionate support to transition from combat / non-combat deployment into family living. I provide crisis counseling to people who require assistance with immigration issues.
(631) 609-4685 View (631) 609-4685
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Richard E Madden, PhD, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Troy, NY 12180  (Online Only)
RESCUE LOVE MARITAL TREATMENT FOR INFIDELITY.
PERSONAL THERAPY... most any therapist will do if you only want to talk things out and have someone listen without judging. But if you are looking for more, my post-graduate training and advanced credentials in Rational-Emotive-Behavior Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), enable me to teach you how to effectively manage your stress, sleep, unhealthy emotions and self-defeating behaviors--something I've successfully done for myself and thousands of clients for more than 40 years. Please visit website: www.theSTRESSdoc.com BEFORE calling me, anytime, to discuss your needs.
RESCUE LOVE MARITAL TREATMENT FOR INFIDELITY.
PERSONAL THERAPY... most any therapist will do if you only want to talk things out and have someone listen without judging. But if you are looking for more, my post-graduate training and advanced credentials in Rational-Emotive-Behavior Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), enable me to teach you how to effectively manage your stress, sleep, unhealthy emotions and self-defeating behaviors--something I've successfully done for myself and thousands of clients for more than 40 years. Please visit website: www.theSTRESSdoc.com BEFORE calling me, anytime, to discuss your needs.
(518) 225-7707 View (518) 225-7707
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Sonja Roinestad
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Troy, NY 12180
I have worked with clients with issues such as marital problems, but they improved self-esteem, advocacy, and assertiveness in therapy, which reduced conflict with their spouse. My ideal client is someone motivated to change at the onset of therapy, who is committed to attending regular therapy sessions, identifies their goals, and focuses on a collaborative process to achieve their goals.
I have worked with clients with issues such as marital problems, but they improved self-esteem, advocacy, and assertiveness in therapy, which reduced conflict with their spouse. My ideal client is someone motivated to change at the onset of therapy, who is committed to attending regular therapy sessions, identifies their goals, and focuses on a collaborative process to achieve their goals.
(518) 299-5972 View (518) 299-5972
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Malissa Allen
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Troy, NY 12180
Malissa's ideal client is one who is curious, open, and committed to trying interventions and techniques both in and out of sessions. The client is encouraged to look inward at times, explore past and present events that have shaped ideologies, beliefs, and protective barriers, and be willing to collaborate with her. The client's issues might range from anxiety and depression to challenges with dichotomous thoughts, identity confusion, academic/career exploration and transitions, spirituality conflicts, interpersonal challenges, women's issues, and pre marital/ marital coaching (including separation and divorce).
Malissa's ideal client is one who is curious, open, and committed to trying interventions and techniques both in and out of sessions. The client is encouraged to look inward at times, explore past and present events that have shaped ideologies, beliefs, and protective barriers, and be willing to collaborate with her. The client's issues might range from anxiety and depression to challenges with dichotomous thoughts, identity confusion, academic/career exploration and transitions, spirituality conflicts, interpersonal challenges, women's issues, and pre marital/ marital coaching (including separation and divorce).
(518) 662-1853 View (518) 662-1853
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Kristine Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Sand Lake, NY 12196  (Online Only)
My name is Kristine Baker. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 8 years of clinical experience working with various individuals and couples with Anxiety, Family Conflict, Military, Relationship Issues, Trauma, and PTSD. I can help provide tools necessary to combat current areas of struggle as well as highlight resources you already have. Some of my treatment modalities include Experiential Therapy, EMDR, Family Therapy, Family Systems, and Family / Marital therapies. I believe that one of the most significant components of treatment is learning healthy coping tools necessary to combat current areas of struggle.
My name is Kristine Baker. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 8 years of clinical experience working with various individuals and couples with Anxiety, Family Conflict, Military, Relationship Issues, Trauma, and PTSD. I can help provide tools necessary to combat current areas of struggle as well as highlight resources you already have. Some of my treatment modalities include Experiential Therapy, EMDR, Family Therapy, Family Systems, and Family / Marital therapies. I believe that one of the most significant components of treatment is learning healthy coping tools necessary to combat current areas of struggle.
(332) 286-2961 View (332) 286-2961
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Isabella Scapini-Burrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Troy, NY 12182
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
(929) 590-5358 View (929) 590-5358
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Dr. Mitch-Lisa Marriage/Couples Workshops/Seminars
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Troy, NY 12180
Our Marriage Skills are Located on our Website.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/ Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Our Marriage Skills are Located on our Website.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/ Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
(518) 901-2753 View (518) 901-2753
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Janice Wieczorek
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
East Greenbush, NY 12061  (Online Only)
The goal in therapy is to create a compassionate and trusting space for clients to get through difficult periods in their lives and support healing. I work towards empowering clients with new tools to break old cycles and to help change what is not working in their lives. To begin counseling, clients describe goals and needs. Then we work together to create a new model of living integrating the Holistic Model of treating the mind, body and spirit as a whole.
The goal in therapy is to create a compassionate and trusting space for clients to get through difficult periods in their lives and support healing. I work towards empowering clients with new tools to break old cycles and to help change what is not working in their lives. To begin counseling, clients describe goals and needs. Then we work together to create a new model of living integrating the Holistic Model of treating the mind, body and spirit as a whole.
(518) 319-1085 View (518) 319-1085
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Nicole Romano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Rensselaer, NY 12144  (Online Only)
We all go through struggles that may get us “stuck.” My approach is to support you in becoming “unstuck” ” I tend to use the cognitive solution focused model. I’ve worked with patients struggling with depression, addiction, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, anger, relationships, phobias and parenting; just to name a few. It’s my objective to support you in reaching your goals at your own pace, although it may seem like I’m pushing you sometimes. I will support you in times you need to vent, but also shift you back to focus and teach you new ways to cope. I’m here to facilitate personal growth when you are feeling like it might not be reachable.
We all go through struggles that may get us “stuck.” My approach is to support you in becoming “unstuck” ” I tend to use the cognitive solution focused model. I’ve worked with patients struggling with depression, addiction, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, anger, relationships, phobias and parenting; just to name a few. It’s my objective to support you in reaching your goals at your own pace, although it may seem like I’m pushing you sometimes. I will support you in times you need to vent, but also shift you back to focus and teach you new ways to cope. I’m here to facilitate personal growth when you are feeling like it might not be reachable.
(845) 668-4307 View (845) 668-4307
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Jackie Sanchez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMP
Verified Verified
Troy, NY 12180
Waitlist for new clients
I have been in private practice for 20+ years and have learned the joy and pain of finding purpose in the human condition with and through my clients. I have vast experience in coping/healing from various traumas, PTSD, separation, shame, a strong background in trust issues, and all types of relationships, as well as a forte for LGBTQIA relationships and parenting.
I have been in private practice for 20+ years and have learned the joy and pain of finding purpose in the human condition with and through my clients. I have vast experience in coping/healing from various traumas, PTSD, separation, shame, a strong background in trust issues, and all types of relationships, as well as a forte for LGBTQIA relationships and parenting.
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Cassie Munoz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hoosick Falls, NY 12090
You are the main player in your life. It may not always feel this way, whether it is past experiences, unhelpful habits, or challenges arising in your relationships that seem to be taking the lead. You CAN build on established skills and develop the necessary tools to help you feel in control again. Though this can take time, you’re working to take the steps needed for your own well-being. For that, I commend you! Will it be hard at times? Yes. Will it get better in time? Yes! With your willingness and desire to be a part of this journey, you can accomplish your goal, and I will gladly support you in that.
You are the main player in your life. It may not always feel this way, whether it is past experiences, unhelpful habits, or challenges arising in your relationships that seem to be taking the lead. You CAN build on established skills and develop the necessary tools to help you feel in control again. Though this can take time, you’re working to take the steps needed for your own well-being. For that, I commend you! Will it be hard at times? Yes. Will it get better in time? Yes! With your willingness and desire to be a part of this journey, you can accomplish your goal, and I will gladly support you in that.
(518) 255-8913 View (518) 255-8913
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New Day Intervention Strategies, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CAMSII
Verified Verified
Troy, NY 12179  (Online Only)
New Day Intervention Strategies, LLC is committed to providing anger management treatment, individual counseling and education services that utilize simple, effective strategies to overcome barriers to healing and further promote successful outcomes for children and families.
New Day Intervention Strategies, LLC is committed to providing anger management treatment, individual counseling and education services that utilize simple, effective strategies to overcome barriers to healing and further promote successful outcomes for children and families.
(518) 412-3061 View (518) 412-3061
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Alfred M Volo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Troy, NY 12180  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I favor a cognitive/behavioral approach to the general practice of clinical psychology for adults, children, couples and families. My clients most frequently are seeking help for depression, anxiety disorders, bi-polar disorders, and trauma-related problems.
I favor a cognitive/behavioral approach to the general practice of clinical psychology for adults, children, couples and families. My clients most frequently are seeking help for depression, anxiety disorders, bi-polar disorders, and trauma-related problems.
(518) 501-1554 View (518) 501-1554
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Ben Goitz
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Troy, NY 12179
Hi, I'm Ben. I'm a licensed mental health counselor in Delmar. What continues to amaze me as a therapist is how resilient people are. I've worked with people going through traumatic experiences and I've seen them go on to live meaningful, fulfilling lives. I strongly believe people can overcome the immense obstacles life throws their way.
Hi, I'm Ben. I'm a licensed mental health counselor in Delmar. What continues to amaze me as a therapist is how resilient people are. I've worked with people going through traumatic experiences and I've seen them go on to live meaningful, fulfilling lives. I strongly believe people can overcome the immense obstacles life throws their way.
(518) 241-5455 View (518) 241-5455
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Summer Sean Brady
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC
Verified Verified
Nassau, NY 12123
Heal and move forward with the right therapist in a nurturing setting! To get the most out of therapy, it is important to find a professional that is skilled in creating a safe, affirming therapeutic environment.  I am trained to treat people of all intersecting identities with a broad range of socio-emotional issues to find their way in life. To help my clients work through impasses and uncover deep personal truths, I position myself as an accepting and empathetic guide to promote healing, help people evolve towards a more stable life and, ultimately, attain fulfillment on their terms.
Heal and move forward with the right therapist in a nurturing setting! To get the most out of therapy, it is important to find a professional that is skilled in creating a safe, affirming therapeutic environment.  I am trained to treat people of all intersecting identities with a broad range of socio-emotional issues to find their way in life. To help my clients work through impasses and uncover deep personal truths, I position myself as an accepting and empathetic guide to promote healing, help people evolve towards a more stable life and, ultimately, attain fulfillment on their terms.
(516) 666-4554 View (516) 666-4554
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Patricia M Fernandez
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Troy, NY 12180
Waitlist for new clients
I am able to work with clients from all backgrounds, whether they are children or adults. Because of my experience in the corporate world, school system, residential care system and juvenile justice systems, I have worked for the past 30 years with adults and children who not only have mental health issues but who are facing everyday life concerns, such as maintaining their relationships, dealing with stress from their jobs and problems with their children.
I am able to work with clients from all backgrounds, whether they are children or adults. Because of my experience in the corporate world, school system, residential care system and juvenile justice systems, I have worked for the past 30 years with adults and children who not only have mental health issues but who are facing everyday life concerns, such as maintaining their relationships, dealing with stress from their jobs and problems with their children.
(518) 244-8936 View (518) 244-8936
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Marissa A. Pascarella
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Rensselaer, NY 12144  (Online Only)
Making the commitment to improve your wellbeing is complex. It can feel overwhelming to decide where to begin. Choosing a therapist to work with is a valuable decision. So, I encourage you to ask yourself what you’re desiring from this experience and from the individual you enter treatment with. Therapy is a collaborative journey toward holistic healing. We both play vital roles. My aim is to provide a space that allows you to address whatever it is/has been causing you distress. We will explore what is keeping you from reaching fulfillment in your life.
Making the commitment to improve your wellbeing is complex. It can feel overwhelming to decide where to begin. Choosing a therapist to work with is a valuable decision. So, I encourage you to ask yourself what you’re desiring from this experience and from the individual you enter treatment with. Therapy is a collaborative journey toward holistic healing. We both play vital roles. My aim is to provide a space that allows you to address whatever it is/has been causing you distress. We will explore what is keeping you from reaching fulfillment in your life.
(518) 667-8501 View (518) 667-8501
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Lisamarie Tersigni
CCHC, INHC, AADP, CBT , PLRT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Troy, NY 12180
Are you struggling with disease, depression, discomfort and/or are you struggling with weight, heartbreak, self-esteem? Do you find life so difficult you simply want to give up or give in? I will journey with you to help you become holistically healthy (physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually) and to repair and restore.
Are you struggling with disease, depression, discomfort and/or are you struggling with weight, heartbreak, self-esteem? Do you find life so difficult you simply want to give up or give in? I will journey with you to help you become holistically healthy (physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually) and to repair and restore.
(518) 730-4491 View (518) 730-4491
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Griffin Church
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Troy, NY 12180
Hi, I'm Griffin! I’m a gender and sexuality therapist. I work with adults, couples, and teens ages 14+. In our sessions, I will use evidence-based practices to help you identify and make progress towards achieving your specific therapeutic goals. Examples of therapeutic goals include easing feelings of anxiety, improving communication and satisfaction in relationships, or processing emotions related to gender transition.
Hi, I'm Griffin! I’m a gender and sexuality therapist. I work with adults, couples, and teens ages 14+. In our sessions, I will use evidence-based practices to help you identify and make progress towards achieving your specific therapeutic goals. Examples of therapeutic goals include easing feelings of anxiety, improving communication and satisfaction in relationships, or processing emotions related to gender transition.
(518) 263-0835 View (518) 263-0835
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Andrea Paola Rodriguez
LMHC
Verified Verified
Troy, NY 12180
Currently Accepting New Clients - In Person Availibility Are you struggling to enjoy your day to day life? Do you find that the traumatic events of your past are still affecting you? Oftentimes negative events from our past will present themselves at the most inopportune moments, causing us many problems. They sometimes show up as depression, anxiety, isolating ourselves, and repeating negative relationship patterns. If this sounds like something you are struggling with I just want you to know it is not your fault. You are not alone in this and I can help you!
Currently Accepting New Clients - In Person Availibility Are you struggling to enjoy your day to day life? Do you find that the traumatic events of your past are still affecting you? Oftentimes negative events from our past will present themselves at the most inopportune moments, causing us many problems. They sometimes show up as depression, anxiety, isolating ourselves, and repeating negative relationship patterns. If this sounds like something you are struggling with I just want you to know it is not your fault. You are not alone in this and I can help you!
(518) 989-0631 View (518) 989-0631
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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.