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Ann Britt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MCC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702  (Online Only)
With coaching in the areas of anxiety, depression, family, marriage, life, business, and relationships.
I'm guessing you're here because something's not quite right in your life right now? Maybe you need help working through a major transition. Or making a life-changing decision. Perhaps you want to move forward in your life after a crisis. You want to improve your relationship with your partner. You want to restructure your life to suit your new hopes, goals, and dreams. You want to sort through relationship challenges in your business and professional life. Maybe you want to overcome PTSD or anxiety due to chronic medical issues. All in all, you want to stop feeling hopeless, stuck, and overwhelmed. You need help changing your life.
With coaching in the areas of anxiety, depression, family, marriage, life, business, and relationships.
I'm guessing you're here because something's not quite right in your life right now? Maybe you need help working through a major transition. Or making a life-changing decision. Perhaps you want to move forward in your life after a crisis. You want to improve your relationship with your partner. You want to restructure your life to suit your new hopes, goals, and dreams. You want to sort through relationship challenges in your business and professional life. Maybe you want to overcome PTSD or anxiety due to chronic medical issues. All in all, you want to stop feeling hopeless, stuck, and overwhelmed. You need help changing your life.
(458) 216-2483 View (458) 216-2483
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Kenny Wolford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701
Please visit my business website: www.wolfordcounseling.com I am both a Licensed Professional Counselor(#C2212)and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#T0637) in the State of Oregon. I am often called 'down to earth' and 'realistic' by my current and past clients. this is my approach to therapy with Individuals, couples, families and youth. I concentrate on creating new, achievable goals with my clients. Communication and trust are at the heart of healthier relationships with oneself and with others and I have been effective in helping my clients find new levels of happiness and respect.
Please visit my business website: www.wolfordcounseling.com I am both a Licensed Professional Counselor(#C2212)and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#T0637) in the State of Oregon. I am often called 'down to earth' and 'realistic' by my current and past clients. this is my approach to therapy with Individuals, couples, families and youth. I concentrate on creating new, achievable goals with my clients. Communication and trust are at the heart of healthier relationships with oneself and with others and I have been effective in helping my clients find new levels of happiness and respect.
(458) 224-5798 View (458) 224-5798
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Lisa Dunning
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFTA
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Oregon. I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults, couples, and families. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life changes, grief, loss, anger, trauma, ADHD, and LGBTQIA+ challenges. Life can be hard and I am here to help teach you how to guide yourself to feeling better. One step at a time!
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Oregon. I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults, couples, and families. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life changes, grief, loss, anger, trauma, ADHD, and LGBTQIA+ challenges. Life can be hard and I am here to help teach you how to guide yourself to feeling better. One step at a time!
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Ryan James Cheney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97703
Not accepting new clients
I'm experienced in treating trauma and abuse, vicarious trauma, anxiety/stress, mood disorders, wellness management, depression, anger, PTSD, career transitions, grieving and loss, family of origin issues, couples/marriage counseling, adolescent challenges, mental performance counseling, and coaching.
I'm a Counselor, Supervisor, and Consultant who provides therapy for adolescents and adults including individual, couples, and families. I also offer clinical supervision services and high performance counseling/coaching. I generally take a strength-based approach believing that the mind and body can and wants to optimize, learn, and heal.
I'm experienced in treating trauma and abuse, vicarious trauma, anxiety/stress, mood disorders, wellness management, depression, anger, PTSD, career transitions, grieving and loss, family of origin issues, couples/marriage counseling, adolescent challenges, mental performance counseling, and coaching.
I'm a Counselor, Supervisor, and Consultant who provides therapy for adolescents and adults including individual, couples, and families. I also offer clinical supervision services and high performance counseling/coaching. I generally take a strength-based approach believing that the mind and body can and wants to optimize, learn, and heal.
(541) 272-3235 View (541) 272-3235
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Nicholas Boragno
Licensed Professional Counselor, MCoun
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701
Not accepting new clients
I am passionate about couple's counseling. I specialize in pre-marital counseling, marriage counseling, and relationship coaching. I utilize PACT: “Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy" to help couples move towards the mutual goal of "secure functioning". This is an evidence-based model of therapy built upon the premise of “surviving and thriving" together throughout the course of your relationship. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and welcome all gender identities and relationship styles who seek help. I believe that every couple, no matter the circumstance, deserves a chance for security and repair.
I am passionate about couple's counseling. I specialize in pre-marital counseling, marriage counseling, and relationship coaching. I utilize PACT: “Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy" to help couples move towards the mutual goal of "secure functioning". This is an evidence-based model of therapy built upon the premise of “surviving and thriving" together throughout the course of your relationship. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and welcome all gender identities and relationship styles who seek help. I believe that every couple, no matter the circumstance, deserves a chance for security and repair.
(541) 204-4431 View (541) 204-4431
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Katie Ford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702
Over the years I've treated anxiety, depression, marital conflict, grief, betrayal issues, trauma and addiction.
I am a Pacific Source Health Plan provider as well as an OHP provider for Central Oregon clients with an office in Bend Oregon. I apologize that I am not a provider for the greater Portland area at this time. I am licensed in Oregon and California and available online for clients in both states for Counseling support. I offer daytime appointments. I've had the great pleasure of supporting wounded hearts since 1997.
Over the years I've treated anxiety, depression, marital conflict, grief, betrayal issues, trauma and addiction.
I am a Pacific Source Health Plan provider as well as an OHP provider for Central Oregon clients with an office in Bend Oregon. I apologize that I am not a provider for the greater Portland area at this time. I am licensed in Oregon and California and available online for clients in both states for Counseling support. I offer daytime appointments. I've had the great pleasure of supporting wounded hearts since 1997.
(541) 287-7224 View (541) 287-7224
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Nicki Hayford
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I work with individuals, couples, and families who have concerns that include marital issues, family conflict, life transitions, anxiety, and attachment issues.
My theory is you are the expert on your life, your relationships and your family. Let me be the catalyst in making change happen. Together we can make positive transformations occur quickly and effectively. I will work closely with you to integrate the valuable insight, knowledge, intuition and experiential wisdom you have about yourself and your relationships, in order to increase connections and improve your relationships as a whole, not just change your unwanted behaviors.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who have concerns that include marital issues, family conflict, life transitions, anxiety, and attachment issues.
My theory is you are the expert on your life, your relationships and your family. Let me be the catalyst in making change happen. Together we can make positive transformations occur quickly and effectively. I will work closely with you to integrate the valuable insight, knowledge, intuition and experiential wisdom you have about yourself and your relationships, in order to increase connections and improve your relationships as a whole, not just change your unwanted behaviors.
(458) 224-3506 View (458) 224-3506
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Ann Rutledge Britt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702  (Online Only)
With coaching in the areas of anxiety, depression, family, marriage, life, business, and relationships.
I'm guessing you're here because something's not quite right in your life right now? Maybe you need help working through a major transition. Or making a life-changing decision. Perhaps you want to move forward in your life after a crisis. You want to improve your relationship with your partner. You want to restructure your life to suit your new hopes, goals, and dreams. You want to sort through relationship challenges in your business and professional life. Maybe you want to overcome PTSD or anxiety due to chronic medical issues. All in all, you want to stop feeling hopeless, stuck, and overwhelmed. You need help changing your life.
With coaching in the areas of anxiety, depression, family, marriage, life, business, and relationships.
I'm guessing you're here because something's not quite right in your life right now? Maybe you need help working through a major transition. Or making a life-changing decision. Perhaps you want to move forward in your life after a crisis. You want to improve your relationship with your partner. You want to restructure your life to suit your new hopes, goals, and dreams. You want to sort through relationship challenges in your business and professional life. Maybe you want to overcome PTSD or anxiety due to chronic medical issues. All in all, you want to stop feeling hopeless, stuck, and overwhelmed. You need help changing your life.
(818) 963-9369 View (818) 963-9369
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Lisa Majchrzak
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701  (Online Only)
Are you feeling stressed and overwhelmed with the challenges of every day life such as relationship & parenting concerns, loss, grief, resentment & anger? Do you recognize mental and emotional patterns that hold you back from living a more joyful & empowered life? Your Soulful Journey, LLC is a confidential online space offering compassionate support on your path to healing. I have a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology and Marriage & Family Therapy with twenty years of experience utilizing interventions such as Gestalt, Cognitive Behavioral, Mindfulness & Somatic Therapy resulting in less anxiety & increased inner peace.
Are you feeling stressed and overwhelmed with the challenges of every day life such as relationship & parenting concerns, loss, grief, resentment & anger? Do you recognize mental and emotional patterns that hold you back from living a more joyful & empowered life? Your Soulful Journey, LLC is a confidential online space offering compassionate support on your path to healing. I have a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology and Marriage & Family Therapy with twenty years of experience utilizing interventions such as Gestalt, Cognitive Behavioral, Mindfulness & Somatic Therapy resulting in less anxiety & increased inner peace.
(415) 360-0861 View (415) 360-0861
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Rachel Frank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702
I compassionately welcome those working through life transitions, experiencing depression, anxiety, and those who have been impacted by the effects of traumatic experiences. Often times individuals struggling are feeling disconnected from their authentic self, their creativity, and spirituality. As well as feeling disconnected from family/friends, romantic partners, and communities. I am passionate about working with individuals to find/regain their light, love, vitality, and connection.
I compassionately welcome those working through life transitions, experiencing depression, anxiety, and those who have been impacted by the effects of traumatic experiences. Often times individuals struggling are feeling disconnected from their authentic self, their creativity, and spirituality. As well as feeling disconnected from family/friends, romantic partners, and communities. I am passionate about working with individuals to find/regain their light, love, vitality, and connection.
(541) 610-9036 View (541) 610-9036
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Wendolyn Wirtz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702
Are you ready to embody your true core self? We hold within us the innate ability to reach optimum mental health and possess the ability to create our own healing and wholeness. My goal is to provide a warm, safe and non-judgmental environment in order to help you find your way on your healing journey. I believe mind, body and spirit are intrinsically bound together and feel if we look at ourselves from a perspective of compassion, we can use this knowledge, with the help of mind/body techniques, to move toward healing and whole health.
Are you ready to embody your true core self? We hold within us the innate ability to reach optimum mental health and possess the ability to create our own healing and wholeness. My goal is to provide a warm, safe and non-judgmental environment in order to help you find your way on your healing journey. I believe mind, body and spirit are intrinsically bound together and feel if we look at ourselves from a perspective of compassion, we can use this knowledge, with the help of mind/body techniques, to move toward healing and whole health.
(541) 275-6912 View (541) 275-6912
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Sammi Fe - Aldrich
MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701  (Online Only)
When working with clients I work from a holistic person centered approach to support the individual needs of clients and help them achieve meaningful growth and change in their lives. I work from somatic and expressive arts trauma informed and mindfulness based intervention methods; geared to support clients in processing and overcoming life traumas, such as sexual abuse; anxiety; depression; postpartum depression; infant mental health; pain management, emotional eating; grief/loss; emotional dysregulation; child/parent interactions. My role is to assist clients in their healing so that they may reclaim their lives.
When working with clients I work from a holistic person centered approach to support the individual needs of clients and help them achieve meaningful growth and change in their lives. I work from somatic and expressive arts trauma informed and mindfulness based intervention methods; geared to support clients in processing and overcoming life traumas, such as sexual abuse; anxiety; depression; postpartum depression; infant mental health; pain management, emotional eating; grief/loss; emotional dysregulation; child/parent interactions. My role is to assist clients in their healing so that they may reclaim their lives.
(855) 429-0085 View (855) 429-0085
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Jennifer Forster
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97703  (Online Only)
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I provide professional mental health counseling services for adolescents and adults. I approach counseling as a joint relationship in which you and I collaborate together in a supportive, safe environment. My belief is that all clients have unique insight and ability to improve their own lives but may need help identifying strengths and developing skills that support healing, healthy decision making, relationships and steps towards positive growth. I personally operate from a Christian worldview and am willing to incorporate this into our counseling.
Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. I provide professional mental health counseling services for adolescents and adults. I approach counseling as a joint relationship in which you and I collaborate together in a supportive, safe environment. My belief is that all clients have unique insight and ability to improve their own lives but may need help identifying strengths and developing skills that support healing, healthy decision making, relationships and steps towards positive growth. I personally operate from a Christian worldview and am willing to incorporate this into our counseling.
(971) 286-5192 View (971) 286-5192
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Kim K. Livingston, M.A.
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTI
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97709  (Online Only)
I believe that the foundation upon which an individual's emotional, psychological, and physical health may thrive is determined by the strength of that individual's relationship with "self". My treatment style is holistic and integrated, its core components being that of empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. My areas of practice include relational issues experienced throughout the lifespan, trauma, moral injury, sexual/gender issues, and issues pertaining to chronic illness and addiction. I provide services for those within the military culture, LGBTQI community, and for caretakers experiencing compassion fatigue.
I believe that the foundation upon which an individual's emotional, psychological, and physical health may thrive is determined by the strength of that individual's relationship with "self". My treatment style is holistic and integrated, its core components being that of empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. My areas of practice include relational issues experienced throughout the lifespan, trauma, moral injury, sexual/gender issues, and issues pertaining to chronic illness and addiction. I provide services for those within the military culture, LGBTQI community, and for caretakers experiencing compassion fatigue.
(541) 303-9092 View (541) 303-9092
Photo of Linda A. Fasan, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Linda A. Fasan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702
Dear Prospective Client, I'm writing to you about the idea of starting therapy with someone new, especially someone that you don't know. First of all it's important that you feel very comfortable with that person, like you can talk openly about anything. You want to feel safe. It's hard making that first step, but you can do it and besides it can be really beneficial to your life.
Dear Prospective Client, I'm writing to you about the idea of starting therapy with someone new, especially someone that you don't know. First of all it's important that you feel very comfortable with that person, like you can talk openly about anything. You want to feel safe. It's hard making that first step, but you can do it and besides it can be really beneficial to your life.
(541) 209-5756 View (541) 209-5756
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Jason Gibler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702
Jason believes that entering into counseling is one of the most courageous actions that any person, couple or family can take. He views therapy as a sacred process that requires honesty, presence, and vulnerability. He provides a warm, caring and relational style of counseling where you are free to be who you truly are, wholly accepted and genuinely cared for. He draws on attachment theory as the foundation of his work. Jason feels that both our wounds and our healing come through relationships. He has a special focus on serving couples, new dads, families, and men as well as clients struggling with anxiety and depression.
Jason believes that entering into counseling is one of the most courageous actions that any person, couple or family can take. He views therapy as a sacred process that requires honesty, presence, and vulnerability. He provides a warm, caring and relational style of counseling where you are free to be who you truly are, wholly accepted and genuinely cared for. He draws on attachment theory as the foundation of his work. Jason feels that both our wounds and our healing come through relationships. He has a special focus on serving couples, new dads, families, and men as well as clients struggling with anxiety and depression.
(971) 800-2365 View (971) 800-2365
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Journey to Renewal Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701
You're a unique person with individual experiences and needs. At Journey to Renewal, I will assess, and then together we will create a plan to meet your goals. Types of therapy provided include individual, couples, and family counseling to people of all ages, backgrounds, and identities. I offer integrative, trauma-informed counseling, working with clients to determine their goals and approaches in a way that work best for them.
You're a unique person with individual experiences and needs. At Journey to Renewal, I will assess, and then together we will create a plan to meet your goals. Types of therapy provided include individual, couples, and family counseling to people of all ages, backgrounds, and identities. I offer integrative, trauma-informed counseling, working with clients to determine their goals and approaches in a way that work best for them.
(458) 455-1153 View (458) 455-1153
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Bend Mindfulness Counseling, Craig Schlarb Ph.D
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702
My psychology and counseling practice is the expansion of identities through awareness and compassion not just solving problems. Your journey has been one with twists and turns and taking the first step to contact me may feel uncertain. Given life can feel like a maze, I make our initial contact straightforward as possible. For 25 years I’ve helped people clear the way to the freedom of their true nature in psychotherapy as well as hypnotherapy. I’ve worked as a crisis worker in ERs, to chief auditor for mental health services in Silicon Valley, to developing a successful counseling training center focused on mindfulness
My psychology and counseling practice is the expansion of identities through awareness and compassion not just solving problems. Your journey has been one with twists and turns and taking the first step to contact me may feel uncertain. Given life can feel like a maze, I make our initial contact straightforward as possible. For 25 years I’ve helped people clear the way to the freedom of their true nature in psychotherapy as well as hypnotherapy. I’ve worked as a crisis worker in ERs, to chief auditor for mental health services in Silicon Valley, to developing a successful counseling training center focused on mindfulness
(458) 214-8971 View (458) 214-8971
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Lisa Rosen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADCIII
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97703
*** WE HAVE NEW CLIENT OPENINGS! CURRENT AVAILABILITY FOR CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, AND ADULTS.*** We believe that with the right information and tools, each of us has the capacity to improve the way we feel and our overall quality of life. Our goal is to create a welcoming and open clinical space where you feel comfortable, safe, supported, and empowered..
*** WE HAVE NEW CLIENT OPENINGS! CURRENT AVAILABILITY FOR CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, AND ADULTS.*** We believe that with the right information and tools, each of us has the capacity to improve the way we feel and our overall quality of life. Our goal is to create a welcoming and open clinical space where you feel comfortable, safe, supported, and empowered..
(458) 207-2708 View (458) 207-2708
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Dr. De Anna Hellwich
PhD, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701
Do you struggle with Mental Health symptoms or do you desire personal growth & success in one (or all) of the following: personal relationships, family relations, parenting, health & wellness, work/Career stressors or criminal justice issues? Dr. Hellwich at Evolve Mental Health & Wellness Solutions EMHWS can help you Evolve into a better "you" if you're willing to work hard. EMHWS will treat you with compassion & use a direct yet supportive approach during the therapeutic process. EMHWS strives to help you find relief from symptoms & stressors, improve overall life functioning & move in a positive growth-focused direction in life.
Do you struggle with Mental Health symptoms or do you desire personal growth & success in one (or all) of the following: personal relationships, family relations, parenting, health & wellness, work/Career stressors or criminal justice issues? Dr. Hellwich at Evolve Mental Health & Wellness Solutions EMHWS can help you Evolve into a better "you" if you're willing to work hard. EMHWS will treat you with compassion & use a direct yet supportive approach during the therapeutic process. EMHWS strives to help you find relief from symptoms & stressors, improve overall life functioning & move in a positive growth-focused direction in life.
(458) 235-4271 View (458) 235-4271
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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.