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Revitalize Counseling & Consultation Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CTMH, CCL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orangeburg, SC 29115
I specialize in systemic care with youth intervention therapy, life and career coaching, life transition coaching and therapy, marriage therapy, and stress-related care.
Clients enter therapy with a need to correct relational, behavioral, social, or mental health misalignments. Issues of life weigh on clients resulting in unhealthy interactions in relational, behavioral, social, and internal relationship with their family members, in educational settings and professional environments. The client's problem may cause a loss of self or interest in things that once mattered. The client wants and needs help now! Our goal is to provide clients with the service and relief they need expeditiously!
I specialize in systemic care with youth intervention therapy, life and career coaching, life transition coaching and therapy, marriage therapy, and stress-related care.
Clients enter therapy with a need to correct relational, behavioral, social, or mental health misalignments. Issues of life weigh on clients resulting in unhealthy interactions in relational, behavioral, social, and internal relationship with their family members, in educational settings and professional environments. The client's problem may cause a loss of self or interest in things that once mattered. The client wants and needs help now! Our goal is to provide clients with the service and relief they need expeditiously!
(803) 805-7269 View (803) 805-7269
Veeda Jene Smalls
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
I provide treatment for Depression, Anxiety, Faith related issues, Marital problems, work related issues, bereavement, ADHD, ODD & Parenting issues.
I believe every client is valuable & important regardless of the issues they struggle with. Helping clients recognize their worth, value & inner strengths & learn effective ways to use these strengths & not just focus on their weaknesses and struggles. It's helping clients identify what they can and can't control, manage what they can & learn how to let go or live with what they can't control. I believe everyone can begin again and there's no shame in asking for help in fact it is a strength.
I provide treatment for Depression, Anxiety, Faith related issues, Marital problems, work related issues, bereavement, ADHD, ODD & Parenting issues.
I believe every client is valuable & important regardless of the issues they struggle with. Helping clients recognize their worth, value & inner strengths & learn effective ways to use these strengths & not just focus on their weaknesses and struggles. It's helping clients identify what they can and can't control, manage what they can & learn how to let go or live with what they can't control. I believe everyone can begin again and there's no shame in asking for help in fact it is a strength.
(803) 573-3905 View (803) 573-3905
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Nicole M Barakat
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
I have been working with children and families since 2004 when I completed my MA in Marriage and Family Therapy.
I work with children with learning, behavioral and emotional needs and their parents. If you are struggling with your child's behavior, feel that your family and friends do not understand your child or are judging your parenting, and have "tried everything," I would like to offer a safe place for you and your child to talk and get support. If you have concerns with your child's learning process and suspect that your child may have a learning disability, ADHD, or Autism, a psychological evaluation can help to identify strengths and weaknesses, factors that impede learning, and may result in a diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
I have been working with children and families since 2004 when I completed my MA in Marriage and Family Therapy.
I work with children with learning, behavioral and emotional needs and their parents. If you are struggling with your child's behavior, feel that your family and friends do not understand your child or are judging your parenting, and have "tried everything," I would like to offer a safe place for you and your child to talk and get support. If you have concerns with your child's learning process and suspect that your child may have a learning disability, ADHD, or Autism, a psychological evaluation can help to identify strengths and weaknesses, factors that impede learning, and may result in a diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
(843) 865-6912 View (843) 865-6912
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Serenity Psychotherapy LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29407
Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Occupational, grief and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals. As a psychotherapy group practice, we can see just about anyone no matter what you're dealing with.
Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Occupational, grief and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals. As a psychotherapy group practice, we can see just about anyone no matter what you're dealing with.
(843) 920-4323 View (843) 920-4323
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A & R Behavioral Health, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Regina , BSY, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29607
A & R Behavioral Health's primary mission is to provide a nonjudgmental open environment, with a deep and unique understanding of struggle and an attentive listening ear that can help our clients to be motivated to positive changes which will inspire them to find and live life within their purpose. We specialize in a variety of counseling services to include but not limited to couples, individual, and group counseling, grief, marriage, anxiety, depression, family, addiction, LGBTQ+ issues, behavioral and PTSD trauma therapy. All our therapists are skillful, knowledgeable, transparent, and compassionate.
A & R Behavioral Health's primary mission is to provide a nonjudgmental open environment, with a deep and unique understanding of struggle and an attentive listening ear that can help our clients to be motivated to positive changes which will inspire them to find and live life within their purpose. We specialize in a variety of counseling services to include but not limited to couples, individual, and group counseling, grief, marriage, anxiety, depression, family, addiction, LGBTQ+ issues, behavioral and PTSD trauma therapy. All our therapists are skillful, knowledgeable, transparent, and compassionate.
(614) 714-5289 View (614) 714-5289
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Vickie Eldridge Purdy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Little River, SC 29566
Navigating life's challenges can be daunting at times, especially when we try to go it alone. I provide a safe and sacred space in which to collaboratively explore and find a way through the struggles you are facing. Whether the nature of your problems is personal (such as, healing from abuse/trauma, grief/loss, self-esteem, addiction, anxiety or depression), or interpersonal (couple or marital issues, parent-child relationships, social, school or workplace concerns), I believe I possess the training, skills, and experience to help you and/or your loved one on your journey toward healing.
Navigating life's challenges can be daunting at times, especially when we try to go it alone. I provide a safe and sacred space in which to collaboratively explore and find a way through the struggles you are facing. Whether the nature of your problems is personal (such as, healing from abuse/trauma, grief/loss, self-esteem, addiction, anxiety or depression), or interpersonal (couple or marital issues, parent-child relationships, social, school or workplace concerns), I believe I possess the training, skills, and experience to help you and/or your loved one on your journey toward healing.
(854) 333-4616 View (854) 333-4616
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Angelica Means
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29609
Loss of identity, health, marriage, job, control, etc.
Are you struggling with anxiety and depression? Is your mental health affecting your work, marriage, and friendships? I know the decision to seek counseling can be difficult, but just taking the first step toward better mental health is a step toward healing. I provide psychotherapy to individuals struggling to make sense of their emotions and who want to learn how to manage them better. I firmly believe that you have the ability and strength to make a positive life change.
Loss of identity, health, marriage, job, control, etc.
Are you struggling with anxiety and depression? Is your mental health affecting your work, marriage, and friendships? I know the decision to seek counseling can be difficult, but just taking the first step toward better mental health is a step toward healing. I provide psychotherapy to individuals struggling to make sense of their emotions and who want to learn how to manage them better. I firmly believe that you have the ability and strength to make a positive life change.
(864) 387-4719 View (864) 387-4719
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Alexis Pudlo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hello there – I'm Alexis, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I know relationships can be hard, and I work to help you repair and find deeper and more fulfilling connections with your loved ones. Do you feel as though you and your partner are living on two separate planets or speaking different languages? Navigating the ups and downs of a relationship can be tough, that is why I help individuals and couples learn how to communicate and enjoy life together as a team.
Hello there – I'm Alexis, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I know relationships can be hard, and I work to help you repair and find deeper and more fulfilling connections with your loved ones. Do you feel as though you and your partner are living on two separate planets or speaking different languages? Navigating the ups and downs of a relationship can be tough, that is why I help individuals and couples learn how to communicate and enjoy life together as a team.
(843) 396-5314 View (843) 396-5314
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Anya Ware @Karwatka Group Behavioral Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, AEDP, PEPF, MIN, WBE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29607
Specializing in couples and marital issues, family matters, trauma, grief, loss, self-confidence, and esteem, she is dedicated to helping clients set clear and achievable goals, providing a roadmap for personal growth.
Anya is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and prides herself on being an eclectic therapist that tailors treatment to the unique needs of each client, utilizing a diverse range of therapeutic approaches. Certified in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) techniques, she employs innovative and evidence-based methods for healing and positive change. With a BS in Exercise Science, she provides a connection between physical health, mental well-being, and emotional resilience. With psychoeducation, boundary creation, or ongoing support, she is committed to guiding you on your journey to transformation.
Specializing in couples and marital issues, family matters, trauma, grief, loss, self-confidence, and esteem, she is dedicated to helping clients set clear and achievable goals, providing a roadmap for personal growth.
Anya is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and prides herself on being an eclectic therapist that tailors treatment to the unique needs of each client, utilizing a diverse range of therapeutic approaches. Certified in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) techniques, she employs innovative and evidence-based methods for healing and positive change. With a BS in Exercise Science, she provides a connection between physical health, mental well-being, and emotional resilience. With psychoeducation, boundary creation, or ongoing support, she is committed to guiding you on your journey to transformation.
(864) 528-4394 View (864) 528-4394
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Vanessa Monique Williams
LPC Associate, NCC, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29607
Are you looking for a compassionate counselor who can guide you through life's challenges and help you find healing and hope? I specialize in areas such as grief & loss, marriage & couples' relational issues, and family of origin issues. Together, we can work towards achieving symptom reduction, increased self-awareness, and greater confidence.
Are you looking for a compassionate counselor who can guide you through life's challenges and help you find healing and hope? I specialize in areas such as grief & loss, marriage & couples' relational issues, and family of origin issues. Together, we can work towards achieving symptom reduction, increased self-awareness, and greater confidence.
(864) 362-1421 View (864) 362-1421
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Amaris Gibson
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A, IMH-E
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Easley, SC 29642
Whether you're struggling in your marriage, having parenting or child behavioral concerns, or maybe just overall family issues, I am here to support you.
As a relationship focused therapist, my goal is promoting healthy mental, social, emotional, and relational health of both adults and young children. Endorsed as an Infant Family Specialist, I have experience with supporting the healthy social/emotional development of children prenatally through age 5. As an infant and early childhood mental health(IECMH) professional, I have an understanding of family dynamics and relationship building at an individual & family level. As a marriage counselor, I share tools to help marriages thrive. With both populations, I use a strength-based, culturally sensitive and trauma informed approach.
Whether you're struggling in your marriage, having parenting or child behavioral concerns, or maybe just overall family issues, I am here to support you.
As a relationship focused therapist, my goal is promoting healthy mental, social, emotional, and relational health of both adults and young children. Endorsed as an Infant Family Specialist, I have experience with supporting the healthy social/emotional development of children prenatally through age 5. As an infant and early childhood mental health(IECMH) professional, I have an understanding of family dynamics and relationship building at an individual & family level. As a marriage counselor, I share tools to help marriages thrive. With both populations, I use a strength-based, culturally sensitive and trauma informed approach.
(864) 689-8852 View (864) 689-8852
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Janet Barnes McConnell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Spartanburg, SC 29302
I help individuals forge happy, healthy connections in their partnerships and families. I know how devastating stress, marital conflict and infidelity can be. I want to help you reconnect with each other, rediscover love and affection in your relationships, and build on the skills to make those last. I understand how affairs, addictions, childhood problems, trauma, or life stages--can come between you and a secure attachment to your mate and other family members.
I help individuals forge happy, healthy connections in their partnerships and families. I know how devastating stress, marital conflict and infidelity can be. I want to help you reconnect with each other, rediscover love and affection in your relationships, and build on the skills to make those last. I understand how affairs, addictions, childhood problems, trauma, or life stages--can come between you and a secure attachment to your mate and other family members.
(864) 474-5695 View (864) 474-5695
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Jasmine Doxie
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPCS/C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29203  (Online Only)
Welcome name is Jasmine! I specialize in helping clients rewrite the toxic narratives created by trauma, self-doubt, and relationships. I worked within the behavioral and mental health fields for approx. 10 years; with emphasis and specialized training in marriage, family, and couples' therapy, as well as, childhood and family based trauma. I enjoy helping people free themselves from the chaos and shame that come from maintaining unproductive thought patterns, defeated sense of self, and hypercritical expectations from themselves and others. Allow me to join you as you take back your narrative, and become your most authentic self.
Welcome name is Jasmine! I specialize in helping clients rewrite the toxic narratives created by trauma, self-doubt, and relationships. I worked within the behavioral and mental health fields for approx. 10 years; with emphasis and specialized training in marriage, family, and couples' therapy, as well as, childhood and family based trauma. I enjoy helping people free themselves from the chaos and shame that come from maintaining unproductive thought patterns, defeated sense of self, and hypercritical expectations from themselves and others. Allow me to join you as you take back your narrative, and become your most authentic self.
(803) 258-5693 View (803) 258-5693
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Marilyn Kanter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hilton Head, SC 29926
Areas of my expertise include marital/relationship issues, depression and anxiety, grief/loss, addictive behaviors and life transitions such as divorce, parenting, career changes and retirement.
Are you looking to improve your relationships, but don't know how? Do you find struggle with feelings loneliness, anxiety or anger that cause you to make poor choices despite your best efforts? Are you sabotaging your success in your career? The fact is: you may not be able to change these behaviors on your own. For 30 years I have worked with individuals and couples to improve their relationships and overcome their stumbling blocks to achieve personal and career success. By learning good communication skills and tools to overcome negative patterns, my clients enhance their capacity for intimacy, personal growth and self-esteem.
Areas of my expertise include marital/relationship issues, depression and anxiety, grief/loss, addictive behaviors and life transitions such as divorce, parenting, career changes and retirement.
Are you looking to improve your relationships, but don't know how? Do you find struggle with feelings loneliness, anxiety or anger that cause you to make poor choices despite your best efforts? Are you sabotaging your success in your career? The fact is: you may not be able to change these behaviors on your own. For 30 years I have worked with individuals and couples to improve their relationships and overcome their stumbling blocks to achieve personal and career success. By learning good communication skills and tools to overcome negative patterns, my clients enhance their capacity for intimacy, personal growth and self-esteem.
(843) 285-6247 View (843) 285-6247
Full Circle Counseling Service, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
Duncan, SC 29334  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping adults, children and adolescents with life stressors and difficult transitions, including anxiety, depression, marital and family conflicts, low self-esteem, grief and loss, behavioral problems, parenting issues, career changes and work related concerns.
Life presents new challenges and changes daily. When these challenges and changes occur, it cause stress, anxiety, and makes you question certain decisions you have made. You may need to explore new options and directions for your life. My goal for each individual is to obtain a clear understanding of your needs and how we can work to establish personal growth and stability. My goal is to establish respect, compassion and trust in a nonjudgmental environment.
I specialize in helping adults, children and adolescents with life stressors and difficult transitions, including anxiety, depression, marital and family conflicts, low self-esteem, grief and loss, behavioral problems, parenting issues, career changes and work related concerns.
Life presents new challenges and changes daily. When these challenges and changes occur, it cause stress, anxiety, and makes you question certain decisions you have made. You may need to explore new options and directions for your life. My goal for each individual is to obtain a clear understanding of your needs and how we can work to establish personal growth and stability. My goal is to establish respect, compassion and trust in a nonjudgmental environment.
(864) 559-8944 View (864) 559-8944
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Alicia Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy working with clients from all backgrounds and can offer you a nonjudgmental space where we can work to be curious about you and develop the self discovery that can help lead you toward healing. I work with individuals, of all ages, and couples to help balance the disharmony in your life and increase your general sense of wellbeing. I understand how difficult it can be to make yourself vulnerable in this way and I hope to ease that discomfort by creating a comfortable relationship where you feel valued.
Accepting new clients. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy working with clients from all backgrounds and can offer you a nonjudgmental space where we can work to be curious about you and develop the self discovery that can help lead you toward healing. I work with individuals, of all ages, and couples to help balance the disharmony in your life and increase your general sense of wellbeing. I understand how difficult it can be to make yourself vulnerable in this way and I hope to ease that discomfort by creating a comfortable relationship where you feel valued.
(843) 396-5227 View (843) 396-5227
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Palmetto Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-CP, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rock Hill, SC 29732
An award-winning counseling practice that provides individual, family, couples / marital therapy & group counseling in Rock Hill, SC / Fort Mill, SC area.
Palmetto Counseling is an established outpatient behavioral healthcare clinic with two locations — Rock Hill, SC, and Fort Mill, SC, both less than 30 miles from downtown Charlotte, NC. Opening in 2008, we are one of the largest mental health practices committed to offering the highest quality, accessible care, catered to all individuals across our widespread community. To schedule appointment Call 803-329-9639. tion.
An award-winning counseling practice that provides individual, family, couples / marital therapy & group counseling in Rock Hill, SC / Fort Mill, SC area.
Palmetto Counseling is an established outpatient behavioral healthcare clinic with two locations — Rock Hill, SC, and Fort Mill, SC, both less than 30 miles from downtown Charlotte, NC. Opening in 2008, we are one of the largest mental health practices committed to offering the highest quality, accessible care, catered to all individuals across our widespread community. To schedule appointment Call 803-329-9639. tion.
(803) 666-8150 View (803) 666-8150
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Tanya Sloan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPC/S
Verified Verified
Tanya Sloan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in The States of Georgia and South Carolina with over 10 years of experience. Tanya had the honors of working in the private and public sector assisting the privileged and underprivileged communities. These opportunities allowed her to gain experience with crisis, disorders, and situations such as mothers with cases involving Department of Social Services, Alcohol and Drug Addiction, Homelessness, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bi-polar Disorder, Family and Marriage Counseling, OCD, PTSD and more.
Tanya Sloan is a Licensed Professional Counselor in The States of Georgia and South Carolina with over 10 years of experience. Tanya had the honors of working in the private and public sector assisting the privileged and underprivileged communities. These opportunities allowed her to gain experience with crisis, disorders, and situations such as mothers with cases involving Department of Social Services, Alcohol and Drug Addiction, Homelessness, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Bi-polar Disorder, Family and Marriage Counseling, OCD, PTSD and more.
(843) 350-3127 x1 View (843) 350-3127 x1
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Angela L. Waldrop
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Columbia, SC 29205
Marriage and family relationships are rewarding, but also sometimes tough.
Are you an individual, couple, or family interested in "Building Stronger Foundations Together"? Are you struggling with marriage, parenting, or other relationship issues? Having difficulty coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, or military-specific stressors? Are you looking for a counselor who can incorporate faith into sessions? Then I'm available to walk alongside you during this time of struggle. I can help you find and attain goals that will build momentum in your life, help you move in a positive direction once again, and support healing in the relationships that matter most to you.
Marriage and family relationships are rewarding, but also sometimes tough.
Are you an individual, couple, or family interested in "Building Stronger Foundations Together"? Are you struggling with marriage, parenting, or other relationship issues? Having difficulty coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, or military-specific stressors? Are you looking for a counselor who can incorporate faith into sessions? Then I'm available to walk alongside you during this time of struggle. I can help you find and attain goals that will build momentum in your life, help you move in a positive direction once again, and support healing in the relationships that matter most to you.
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Felicia Nicole Reid
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA LPC, LPCS-C, LCMHC, PC, Mediatr
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Greenville, SC 29601
Our practice is accepting therapy & court related clients! Family court mediation services(divorce, alimony, child support, custody, parenting agreements) probate court services are offered in SC & TN. If your marriage, relationship, or overall life needs to be revitalized, we're here to help. Specialties- psychological evaluations, CALOCUS, family/ marriage counseling, pre- marital counseling, individual counseling, ADHD diagnosis, relationship issues, workplace issues, life adjustment issues, court mandated therapy, expert witness services, supervised visitation/exchanges, & home studies.We accept most insurances & self-pay clients.
Our practice is accepting therapy & court related clients! Family court mediation services(divorce, alimony, child support, custody, parenting agreements) probate court services are offered in SC & TN. If your marriage, relationship, or overall life needs to be revitalized, we're here to help. Specialties- psychological evaluations, CALOCUS, family/ marriage counseling, pre- marital counseling, individual counseling, ADHD diagnosis, relationship issues, workplace issues, life adjustment issues, court mandated therapy, expert witness services, supervised visitation/exchanges, & home studies.We accept most insurances & self-pay clients.
(864) 374-2473 View (864) 374-2473
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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.