Marriage Counseling Therapists in City Center West, Philadelphia, PA
Laura F Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT, MS
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
Laura is a Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about cultivating meaningful and healing relationships with her clients by working with each client individually to understand and empathize with their unique set of challenges and needs. Laura’s approach to therapy is taking on a compassionate, caring, and genuine therapeutic stance with all of her clients, creating a safe and warm environment for everyone who walks through her door. She uses a multitude of systemic approaches when working with her clients, with an emphasis on Emotionally Focused Therapy and The Gottman Method, in which she holds a Level 3 certification.
Laura is a Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about cultivating meaningful and healing relationships with her clients by working with each client individually to understand and empathize with their unique set of challenges and needs. Laura’s approach to therapy is taking on a compassionate, caring, and genuine therapeutic stance with all of her clients, creating a safe and warm environment for everyone who walks through her door. She uses a multitude of systemic approaches when working with her clients, with an emphasis on Emotionally Focused Therapy and The Gottman Method, in which she holds a Level 3 certification.
Jennifer Lynn Mayhue
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP, CIMHP, CSTS
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Are you feeling out of sorts? Maybe you are having relationship issues, loss or things that happened in your past? Maybe you are feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? I have over 14 years of experience in helping others with several life struggles. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, a Certified Shame-Informed Treatment Specialist, and a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional. I am concerned about a person's physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health and enjoy helping people have more enjoyable lives.
Are you feeling out of sorts? Maybe you are having relationship issues, loss or things that happened in your past? Maybe you are feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? I have over 14 years of experience in helping others with several life struggles. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, a Certified Shame-Informed Treatment Specialist, and a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional. I am concerned about a person's physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health and enjoy helping people have more enjoyable lives.
PHL Therapy Collective
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19110
PHL Therapy Collective clients can expect a supportive space for change - not becoming something new - but gaining a new perspective on themselves to see more solutions and a deeper understanding of the roots of some identified issues. You will be treated as the expert on you - we are experts in change and offering new tools. We believe you are enough and have everything you need, some of it just needs to be rediscovered and accessed. We are a training site for graduate student, supervised by Brian Swope, LMFT. Clients interested in working with Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family trainees can access low fee services.
PHL Therapy Collective clients can expect a supportive space for change - not becoming something new - but gaining a new perspective on themselves to see more solutions and a deeper understanding of the roots of some identified issues. You will be treated as the expert on you - we are experts in change and offering new tools. We believe you are enough and have everything you need, some of it just needs to be rediscovered and accessed. We are a training site for graduate student, supervised by Brian Swope, LMFT. Clients interested in working with Professional Counselor and Marriage and Family trainees can access low fee services.
Dr. Laura Windham (Chrysalis)
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103
We also staff licensed clinical social workers and marriage and family therapists who specialize in anger, LGBTQ issues, and working with women of color.
Chrysalis invites professional women interested in understanding themselves better to improve their relationships, change unhealthy patterns and ultimately discover their highest potential. Having worked primarily with professional and high profile women for the over 20 years, my expertise includes most any work or life struggle which women face. I tend to be quite casual in my approach and I am also very active and directive with my patients.
We also staff licensed clinical social workers and marriage and family therapists who specialize in anger, LGBTQ issues, and working with women of color.
Chrysalis invites professional women interested in understanding themselves better to improve their relationships, change unhealthy patterns and ultimately discover their highest potential. Having worked primarily with professional and high profile women for the over 20 years, my expertise includes most any work or life struggle which women face. I tend to be quite casual in my approach and I am also very active and directive with my patients.
Courtney Douds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MEd
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
The hard work of learning how to identify and communicate my needs, set boundaries, and let go of parts of my past have led me to a life I love as a therapist, mother, and wife in an open marriage.
If you’re stuck in self-destructive conflicts with family, unable to move on from difficult experiences in your past, or paralyzed by anxiety, I can help. Whether you’re looking to work through trauma, set boundaries with your relatives, change dynamics with a romantic partner, or reconnect with what gives you pleasure, I can guide you in taking that first step. As a teen coping with my parents’ messy divorce, I turned to self-harm while also journeying through my own sexual self-discovery. Therapy and safe relationships helped me feel better by speaking about my pain rather than keeping it inside or taking it out on myself.
The hard work of learning how to identify and communicate my needs, set boundaries, and let go of parts of my past have led me to a life I love as a therapist, mother, and wife in an open marriage.
If you’re stuck in self-destructive conflicts with family, unable to move on from difficult experiences in your past, or paralyzed by anxiety, I can help. Whether you’re looking to work through trauma, set boundaries with your relatives, change dynamics with a romantic partner, or reconnect with what gives you pleasure, I can guide you in taking that first step. As a teen coping with my parents’ messy divorce, I turned to self-harm while also journeying through my own sexual self-discovery. Therapy and safe relationships helped me feel better by speaking about my pain rather than keeping it inside or taking it out on myself.
Erica Wilkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19129 (Online Only)
You should feel comfortable being authentic when discussing various challenges with your therapist. My clients often tell me that they feel comfortable with me, which is different from what they experience in other relationships. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Coach, and an AAMFT Approved supervisor, I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I am also a published author, experienced presenter, and I have been interviewed by various news outlets such as 6ABC, WURD, and the Philadelphia Inquirer.
You should feel comfortable being authentic when discussing various challenges with your therapist. My clients often tell me that they feel comfortable with me, which is different from what they experience in other relationships. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Coach, and an AAMFT Approved supervisor, I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I am also a published author, experienced presenter, and I have been interviewed by various news outlets such as 6ABC, WURD, and the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Sarah Valdivieso
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Sarah Valdivieso is an empathetic Marriage and Family Therapist who respects each client’s unique and individual journey and capacity for resiliency. From a systemic and strength-based lens, Ms. Valdivieso works with her clients to help them to be better able to balance acceptance with change as they create more manageable and meaningful lives. Ms. Valdivieso supports clients in removing the obstacles that block them emotionally and in relationships by helping them to heal family or other wounds from the past.
Sarah Valdivieso is an empathetic Marriage and Family Therapist who respects each client’s unique and individual journey and capacity for resiliency. From a systemic and strength-based lens, Ms. Valdivieso works with her clients to help them to be better able to balance acceptance with change as they create more manageable and meaningful lives. Ms. Valdivieso supports clients in removing the obstacles that block them emotionally and in relationships by helping them to heal family or other wounds from the past.
Thriveworks Philadelphia Counseling and Life Coach
Counselor
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/ marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/ marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Rachael R. Toth
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, M/CFT
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
I serve cis, transgender, gender-expansive, queer, and straight clients in polyamorous and monogamous relationships on issues including communication, grief, marriage, sex, intimacy, and infidelity.
When our relationships feel disconnected, our conversations are critical to the way we go on. Each interaction has the possibility to bring us closer together or to push us further apart. As we feel more understood, respected, and capable, we can turn towards one another with more compassion and room for connection. I offer a curious and non-pathologizing approach to creating our conversations. Together, we can put language to your experiences and make new meaning of pain, trauma, and grief. Tangible transformations in our lives and relationships are possible when we feel most connected to ourselves and to others.
I serve cis, transgender, gender-expansive, queer, and straight clients in polyamorous and monogamous relationships on issues including communication, grief, marriage, sex, intimacy, and infidelity.
When our relationships feel disconnected, our conversations are critical to the way we go on. Each interaction has the possibility to bring us closer together or to push us further apart. As we feel more understood, respected, and capable, we can turn towards one another with more compassion and room for connection. I offer a curious and non-pathologizing approach to creating our conversations. Together, we can put language to your experiences and make new meaning of pain, trauma, and grief. Tangible transformations in our lives and relationships are possible when we feel most connected to ourselves and to others.
Paromita Kar Haye
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with almost 20 years of experience, I specialize in working with anxiety, eating disorders, men's issues, and high functioning multiracial couples and families.
Despite your best intentions and efforts, do you feel stuck in your personal life, intimate relationships, family relationships or workplace? You may be faced with challenges that are deeply rooted in your early life experiences, your primary attachments, in how you view the world, or due to misunderstanding between you and significant others. Challenges can arise during stressful life transitions, such as divorce or death of loved ones. But they can also arise from positive life experiences, such as marriage or the birth of a child. Left untreated, these challenges can grow into chronic problems that can corrode your sense of self and your relationships.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with almost 20 years of experience, I specialize in working with anxiety, eating disorders, men's issues, and high functioning multiracial couples and families.
Despite your best intentions and efforts, do you feel stuck in your personal life, intimate relationships, family relationships or workplace? You may be faced with challenges that are deeply rooted in your early life experiences, your primary attachments, in how you view the world, or due to misunderstanding between you and significant others. Challenges can arise during stressful life transitions, such as divorce or death of loved ones. But they can also arise from positive life experiences, such as marriage or the birth of a child. Left untreated, these challenges can grow into chronic problems that can corrode your sense of self and your relationships.
Thomas DeGeorge
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
I'm Dr. DeGeorge, and I’ve had the honor of presenting at prestigious conferences, including the International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors in New Orleans, the IAMFCA conference in Oxford, England, and The Asia/Pacific Conference in Brisbane, Australia. After nearly 28 years living in Pittsburgh, I’ve returned to my hometown of Philadelphia, where I serve as an Assistant Professor in the Graduate Counseling Department at Rosemont College.
I'm Dr. DeGeorge, and I’ve had the honor of presenting at prestigious conferences, including the International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors in New Orleans, the IAMFCA conference in Oxford, England, and The Asia/Pacific Conference in Brisbane, Australia. After nearly 28 years living in Pittsburgh, I’ve returned to my hometown of Philadelphia, where I serve as an Assistant Professor in the Graduate Counseling Department at Rosemont College.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103
I am here to help you (your partner and family too, if desired) heal from trauma, abuse &/or relational wounds, shame, attachment issues & codependency, marital/couples issues, &/or addiction issues by providing support & coping skills to help you stand taller with a higher sense of personal and relational mastery.
I am here to help you (your partner and family too, if desired) heal from trauma, abuse &/or relational wounds, shame, attachment issues & codependency, marital/couples issues, &/or addiction issues by providing support & coping skills to help you stand taller with a higher sense of personal and relational mastery.
Daniel Menely
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
For couples, I utilize The Gottman Method, assisting pre marital and marital couples who are at decision points, dealing with repetitive conflict, and wanting to connect better.
As your therapist, I provide a warm and supportive space where you can talk freely without being judged. I won't just sit there – instead, I'll ask questions, offer suggestions, and reflect on what you share. Together, we'll work on dealing with the things that are bothering you in your everyday life, be it challenges with relationships, work, or family. Whether our work is one-on-one, with you two as a couple, my clients gain valuable insights and practical tools to get unstuck and move forward. Imagine leaving each session feeling understood, empowered, and equipped to navigate life with confidence.
For couples, I utilize The Gottman Method, assisting pre marital and marital couples who are at decision points, dealing with repetitive conflict, and wanting to connect better.
As your therapist, I provide a warm and supportive space where you can talk freely without being judged. I won't just sit there – instead, I'll ask questions, offer suggestions, and reflect on what you share. Together, we'll work on dealing with the things that are bothering you in your everyday life, be it challenges with relationships, work, or family. Whether our work is one-on-one, with you two as a couple, my clients gain valuable insights and practical tools to get unstuck and move forward. Imagine leaving each session feeling understood, empowered, and equipped to navigate life with confidence.
Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Philadelphia
Counselor
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/ marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/ marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Pamela Schade, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Pamela uses techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, marital therapy, grief therapy, and trauma resolution therapy to assist her clients with balancing their stressors from work and life.
Pamela Schade, LPC, NCC, is a licensed professional counselor in Pennsylvania and is board certified. Pamela has 20 years of experience in assisting many people in need (children, adults, and seniors) who have struggled with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addictions, low self-esteem, mental illness, grief & loss, trauma, and anger issues. Pamela earned her Masters of Science Degree in Counseling from Texas A&M University. She focuses on individual and couples' counseling. Pamela offers individual counseling and marital counseling for enhancing relationships, decreasing marital discord, increasing trust, improving conflict management, decreasing worry and anxiety, and lessening the burden of having irrational thoughts, negative thinking, and irritable moods. What is the root of our problems? Why do we have feelings? What is the importance of having feelings? We have feelings so we can connect with one another. Human beings are social beings who need support from the people in their lives.
Pamela uses techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, marital therapy, grief therapy, and trauma resolution therapy to assist her clients with balancing their stressors from work and life.
Pamela Schade, LPC, NCC, is a licensed professional counselor in Pennsylvania and is board certified. Pamela has 20 years of experience in assisting many people in need (children, adults, and seniors) who have struggled with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addictions, low self-esteem, mental illness, grief & loss, trauma, and anger issues. Pamela earned her Masters of Science Degree in Counseling from Texas A&M University. She focuses on individual and couples' counseling. Pamela offers individual counseling and marital counseling for enhancing relationships, decreasing marital discord, increasing trust, improving conflict management, decreasing worry and anxiety, and lessening the burden of having irrational thoughts, negative thinking, and irritable moods. What is the root of our problems? Why do we have feelings? What is the importance of having feelings? We have feelings so we can connect with one another. Human beings are social beings who need support from the people in their lives.
Christian Jordal
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CST-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, in practice since 2004, working with individuals, couples, and families. I see clients for brief and extended periods of time, assisting them with issues including: depression; anxiety; sexual issues, communication and relationship difficulties; conflict resolution; trauma and attachment injuries; infidelity; adjustment issues related to separation, divorce, grief, and loss. I view issues contextually and address race, culture, gender, among others, in my work.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, in practice since 2004, working with individuals, couples, and families. I see clients for brief and extended periods of time, assisting them with issues including: depression; anxiety; sexual issues, communication and relationship difficulties; conflict resolution; trauma and attachment injuries; infidelity; adjustment issues related to separation, divorce, grief, and loss. I view issues contextually and address race, culture, gender, among others, in my work.
Sam Campbell
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19110
Hi there! I’m sam, a student therapist currently working toward my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. As a clinician, I look forward to holding space and providing support for individuals, couples, and families as they bravely navigate their journey. I am passionate about creating spaces where people can come together, feel heard, and use laughter and connection to heal, and I strive to bring this value in my work as a clinician. It is important to me to use an intersectional framework and develop a therapeutic relationship in which each client feels heard and empowered to make choices about their journey.
Hi there! I’m sam, a student therapist currently working toward my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. As a clinician, I look forward to holding space and providing support for individuals, couples, and families as they bravely navigate their journey. I am passionate about creating spaces where people can come together, feel heard, and use laughter and connection to heal, and I strive to bring this value in my work as a clinician. It is important to me to use an intersectional framework and develop a therapeutic relationship in which each client feels heard and empowered to make choices about their journey.
Molly Hayes Wolfe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am very passionate about my work and consider it a gift to be able to help people improve their lives and wellbeing. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health care field. I was trained early in in my career as an Addictions Counselor at Drexel University and then moved to San Francisco to complete my Masters in Counseling Psychology with a focus in Marriage and family therapy . I am trained in Cognitive behavioral therapy , Humanistic , and Mindfulness based practices . I have a very dynamic, collaborative, pragmatic approach to counseling that I tailor to the needs and preferences of each individual client.
I am very passionate about my work and consider it a gift to be able to help people improve their lives and wellbeing. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health care field. I was trained early in in my career as an Addictions Counselor at Drexel University and then moved to San Francisco to complete my Masters in Counseling Psychology with a focus in Marriage and family therapy . I am trained in Cognitive behavioral therapy , Humanistic , and Mindfulness based practices . I have a very dynamic, collaborative, pragmatic approach to counseling that I tailor to the needs and preferences of each individual client.
David Juncos
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
City Center West, Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
I work with people who experience symptoms from a wide variety of clinical disorders (Anxiety, Substance Use Disorders, AD/HD and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and others) and common non-clinical problems (perfectionism, self-criticism and shame, problematic anger, marital or relationship distress).
Hi - my name is David Juncos, I'm a licensed clinical psychologist in PA & NJ. Thank you for visiting my page, I take great pride in being able to help people work through their issues successfully! I believe the best therapy is a combination of an empathic interpersonal style with the proper application of evidence-based approaches. Together, we will work towards accomplishing your goals at your own pace, in a comfortable setting.
I work with people who experience symptoms from a wide variety of clinical disorders (Anxiety, Substance Use Disorders, AD/HD and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, and others) and common non-clinical problems (perfectionism, self-criticism and shame, problematic anger, marital or relationship distress).
Hi - my name is David Juncos, I'm a licensed clinical psychologist in PA & NJ. Thank you for visiting my page, I take great pride in being able to help people work through their issues successfully! I believe the best therapy is a combination of an empathic interpersonal style with the proper application of evidence-based approaches. Together, we will work towards accomplishing your goals at your own pace, in a comfortable setting.
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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.