Marriage Counseling Therapists in Murfreesboro, TN

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Myra Johnson Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37129  (Online Only)
When it comes to healthcare, experience matters. Stressed about your marriage or partner? Anxious about your job? Teenagers being teenagers? Grieving over a loss? Tired of taking care of everyone but you? College student feeling overwhelmed? Going thru a transition? Medical issues? I can help.
When it comes to healthcare, experience matters. Stressed about your marriage or partner? Anxious about your job? Teenagers being teenagers? Grieving over a loss? Tired of taking care of everyone but you? College student feeling overwhelmed? Going thru a transition? Medical issues? I can help.
(931) 283-6452 View (931) 283-6452
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Nathan Hunzicker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37130  (Online Only)
Life is all about relationships. Family, friends, marriage and most importantly yourself. You are not meant to be alone, and sadly it is easy to feel alone even in this big world. You are going to need good people in your life to help navigate life's challenges easier and with more fun and joy. I believe I can help you in your relationships so you can thrive in life and enjoy each day! Schedule a session today.
Life is all about relationships. Family, friends, marriage and most importantly yourself. You are not meant to be alone, and sadly it is easy to feel alone even in this big world. You are going to need good people in your life to help navigate life's challenges easier and with more fun and joy. I believe I can help you in your relationships so you can thrive in life and enjoy each day! Schedule a session today.
(865) 999-4145 View (865) 999-4145
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Laura L Tucker-Huggins
Counselor, MA, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Life often forces us to address challenging situations. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, marital conflict, or a multitude of other personal issues, there are solutions that can help. Counseling offers you a supportive environment where problem areas are explored and goals developed to help you get your life back on track. It's through this process and the therapeutic relationship that true personal growth, healing, and acceptance occurs. I embrace a genuine, compassionate approach coupled with the most effective, evidenced based interventions that are goal directed and solution focused.
Life often forces us to address challenging situations. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, marital conflict, or a multitude of other personal issues, there are solutions that can help. Counseling offers you a supportive environment where problem areas are explored and goals developed to help you get your life back on track. It's through this process and the therapeutic relationship that true personal growth, healing, and acceptance occurs. I embrace a genuine, compassionate approach coupled with the most effective, evidenced based interventions that are goal directed and solution focused.
(615) 208-7223 View (615) 208-7223
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Nancy Spears
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
I also facilitate marriage-enhancement and parenting workshops.
A successful counseling experience begins with a strong client/therapist rapport. As you consider your many highly-qualified options, look for professionals who specialize in your area of need and share your passion for growth. With an emphasis on high-conflict marital therapy, my expertise lies in helping clients develop crucial life-enhancement skills (e.g.-communication/conflict resolution/anger management) and a healthy sense of self. Using a variety of approaches, we will work together to build on strengths to maximize growth by learning and adapting more productive inter-relational methods, resulting in greater relationship satisfaction.
I also facilitate marriage-enhancement and parenting workshops.
A successful counseling experience begins with a strong client/therapist rapport. As you consider your many highly-qualified options, look for professionals who specialize in your area of need and share your passion for growth. With an emphasis on high-conflict marital therapy, my expertise lies in helping clients develop crucial life-enhancement skills (e.g.-communication/conflict resolution/anger management) and a healthy sense of self. Using a variety of approaches, we will work together to build on strengths to maximize growth by learning and adapting more productive inter-relational methods, resulting in greater relationship satisfaction.
(615) 437-4121 View (615) 437-4121
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Transformed By Grace Counseling
Pastoral Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Whether you're facing personal struggles, marital issues, parenting stress/challenges, or seeking spiritual growth, we will work together to find solutions and inner peace.
Welcome to Transformed By Grace Counseling. I'm Bethany and I am a Christian counselor focused on helping individuals, couples, and families find hope, healing, and restoration through the transformative power of faith and counseling. I have 12 years of counseling experience helping people of all ages navigate life's challenges with an emphasis working with children and teens. My mission is to create a calm, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and work towards positive change and personal growth so that you can enjoy the peaceful, joy-filled life you were created for.
Whether you're facing personal struggles, marital issues, parenting stress/challenges, or seeking spiritual growth, we will work together to find solutions and inner peace.
Welcome to Transformed By Grace Counseling. I'm Bethany and I am a Christian counselor focused on helping individuals, couples, and families find hope, healing, and restoration through the transformative power of faith and counseling. I have 12 years of counseling experience helping people of all ages navigate life's challenges with an emphasis working with children and teens. My mission is to create a calm, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and work towards positive change and personal growth so that you can enjoy the peaceful, joy-filled life you were created for.
(615) 570-3522 View (615) 570-3522
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Threshold Biblical Counseling
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
My specialties include addiction and recovery, doubts in faith, marriage, depression, anxiety, relational conflicts and helping you discover your purpose.
After pastoring for 7 yrs and working on the mission field for 5 yrs, I found myself in a mental and spiritual crisis confounded by a crippling addiction. By God’s Grace, through wise counselors and taking healthy steps, I found healing. My calling now is to walk together with those who seek freedom, faith, and hope that can be found in Jesus and his blue print for the abundant life. My passion is to help others remove obstacles that keep them from living the abundant life.
My specialties include addiction and recovery, doubts in faith, marriage, depression, anxiety, relational conflicts and helping you discover your purpose.
After pastoring for 7 yrs and working on the mission field for 5 yrs, I found myself in a mental and spiritual crisis confounded by a crippling addiction. By God’s Grace, through wise counselors and taking healthy steps, I found healing. My calling now is to walk together with those who seek freedom, faith, and hope that can be found in Jesus and his blue print for the abundant life. My passion is to help others remove obstacles that keep them from living the abundant life.
(615) 492-8157 View (615) 492-8157
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Allison Hunnicutt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP, CSAT-S, CMAT
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37128
Being trained in marriage and family therapy means that I am not only trained in traditional psychotherapy, but also in family systems.
In my personal and professional life, I have found one thing to be true: Life can be hard. I have a passion for supporting others in resolving pain and reclaiming fullness in life. While pain is an inevitable part of the human experience, suffering is optional. I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families heal from relational and other traumas, problematic sexual behaviors, addictions, and intimacy disorders. I see men and women whose lives have spiraled out of control become desperate for help. I see brokenhearted adults and children as they learn to cope with an unstable world. My heart is to heal the broken hearted and give hope where hope was once lost.
Being trained in marriage and family therapy means that I am not only trained in traditional psychotherapy, but also in family systems.
In my personal and professional life, I have found one thing to be true: Life can be hard. I have a passion for supporting others in resolving pain and reclaiming fullness in life. While pain is an inevitable part of the human experience, suffering is optional. I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families heal from relational and other traumas, problematic sexual behaviors, addictions, and intimacy disorders. I see men and women whose lives have spiraled out of control become desperate for help. I see brokenhearted adults and children as they learn to cope with an unstable world. My heart is to heal the broken hearted and give hope where hope was once lost.
(615) 488-5389 View (615) 488-5389
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Hope Craig Seay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, or struggling in your marriage, is important to know that while each of these experiences are very real and can bring with them pain and discouragement, these struggles do not have to define how you think and feel the rest of your life! You can learn and apply tools that can help you achieve the changes you seek!.
Have you thought things like, "I have got to make some changes. I am weighed down with worry and it is starting to affect my relationships. I want to change and I have tried everything I know to do, even counseling, but I can't seem to make the changes stick. Sometimes I feel better, but it does not last. I am a Christian; is it normal for me to feel like this?" Or maybe you have thought things like, "My spouse and I used to have fun together, but now we keep getting into arguments. We talk through things and do better for a little while but then we start fighting again over the same things."
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, or struggling in your marriage, is important to know that while each of these experiences are very real and can bring with them pain and discouragement, these struggles do not have to define how you think and feel the rest of your life! You can learn and apply tools that can help you achieve the changes you seek!.
Have you thought things like, "I have got to make some changes. I am weighed down with worry and it is starting to affect my relationships. I want to change and I have tried everything I know to do, even counseling, but I can't seem to make the changes stick. Sometimes I feel better, but it does not last. I am a Christian; is it normal for me to feel like this?" Or maybe you have thought things like, "My spouse and I used to have fun together, but now we keep getting into arguments. We talk through things and do better for a little while but then we start fighting again over the same things."
(615) 703-3417 View (615) 703-3417
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Breanna Bell
MA, SrLPE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
I have specialized training from the Gottman Institute in Seattle Washington for couples and marriage therapy to includes gay and lesbian couples.
Are you looking for effective counseling techniques, experience and excellence in counseling? I have been practicing for 20+ years, have trained throughout those years in proven techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, reality therapy, mindfulness and meditative therapies, positive psychology, emotional intelligence and intimacy building, and I have specialized training for marriage, couples and family therapy. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship or any adjustment issue (illness/grief/loss, divorce, or any life transition) we will work together to implement known techniques that address and improve your life experience. All individuals are welcome. I do not discriminate based on any factor.
I have specialized training from the Gottman Institute in Seattle Washington for couples and marriage therapy to includes gay and lesbian couples.
Are you looking for effective counseling techniques, experience and excellence in counseling? I have been practicing for 20+ years, have trained throughout those years in proven techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, reality therapy, mindfulness and meditative therapies, positive psychology, emotional intelligence and intimacy building, and I have specialized training for marriage, couples and family therapy. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, relationship or any adjustment issue (illness/grief/loss, divorce, or any life transition) we will work together to implement known techniques that address and improve your life experience. All individuals are welcome. I do not discriminate based on any factor.
(615) 864-9348 View (615) 864-9348
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Todd Wainman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37129  (Online Only)
Hello, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am Licensed in the State of Tennessee. I have been practicing as a counselor for the past 4 years however I have been providing counseling services as a Military Chaplain for 20 years. I have seen individuals, couples, and families from all walks of life going through many difficult situations.
Hello, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am Licensed in the State of Tennessee. I have been practicing as a counselor for the past 4 years however I have been providing counseling services as a Military Chaplain for 20 years. I have seen individuals, couples, and families from all walks of life going through many difficult situations.
(615) 552-0787 View (615) 552-0787
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Beth Ann Mergens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
I am Beth Ann Mergens, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a wife, and mother to five amazing children. Over the last 15 years I have navigated the ups and downs that come with raising kids a variety of ages, the tension of both releasing and nurturing a professional life, and living intentionally in marriage and multiple pregnancy losses. I have spent much of my career focusing on helping people through trauma recovery – adults and children, large traumas and little ones. It is very important to me that my clients feel seen, known, and understood. Life is made up of stories, and yours is incredibly important.
I am Beth Ann Mergens, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a wife, and mother to five amazing children. Over the last 15 years I have navigated the ups and downs that come with raising kids a variety of ages, the tension of both releasing and nurturing a professional life, and living intentionally in marriage and multiple pregnancy losses. I have spent much of my career focusing on helping people through trauma recovery – adults and children, large traumas and little ones. It is very important to me that my clients feel seen, known, and understood. Life is made up of stories, and yours is incredibly important.
(629) 288-1042 View (629) 288-1042
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Tameka L Dennis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Tameka provides Individual, Pre- Marital and Couples Counseling.
Our journey through life can be challenging at times. Everyone needs a little support as they walk their own unique path. Allow me the opportunity to walk with you on your journey. Together, we will discover your peace. Journey to Peace Counseling offers a safe supportive atmosphere that allows clients to explore his or her own thoughts and feelings without judgment.
Tameka provides Individual, Pre- Marital and Couples Counseling.
Our journey through life can be challenging at times. Everyone needs a little support as they walk their own unique path. Allow me the opportunity to walk with you on your journey. Together, we will discover your peace. Journey to Peace Counseling offers a safe supportive atmosphere that allows clients to explore his or her own thoughts and feelings without judgment.
(615) 492-2724 View (615) 492-2724
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Missy Loftis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
As a marriage and family therapist, I see individuals, families, and couples. My experience is in working with anxiety, depression, marital conflict, divorce recovery, and various forms of trauma including domestic violence situations. My goal with every client is to provide a safe space which invites the client to connect with the deeper emotions underlying presenting issues. I see each client as a unique and complex individual and collaborate with the client to tailor a treatment plan to meet therapy goals.
As a marriage and family therapist, I see individuals, families, and couples. My experience is in working with anxiety, depression, marital conflict, divorce recovery, and various forms of trauma including domestic violence situations. My goal with every client is to provide a safe space which invites the client to connect with the deeper emotions underlying presenting issues. I see each client as a unique and complex individual and collaborate with the client to tailor a treatment plan to meet therapy goals.
(615) 829-8818 View (615) 829-8818
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LaVonne Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
My heart reaches out to you as you search to make the best decision for yourself, your spouse, your child and others. Like you, so many face challenges related to marital/family issues, school, depression, anxiety, anger, pregnancy, trauma, self-esteem and other life changing events that come our way. Regardless of where you fall, at the end of the day if it matters to you, it matters (period). There is no reason to feel guilty for wanting to feel stronger and happier with yourself and in your relationships. With 20 years of experience, I hope that this adds comfort and that my office is a safe haven for you to grow and to be heard.
My heart reaches out to you as you search to make the best decision for yourself, your spouse, your child and others. Like you, so many face challenges related to marital/family issues, school, depression, anxiety, anger, pregnancy, trauma, self-esteem and other life changing events that come our way. Regardless of where you fall, at the end of the day if it matters to you, it matters (period). There is no reason to feel guilty for wanting to feel stronger and happier with yourself and in your relationships. With 20 years of experience, I hope that this adds comfort and that my office is a safe haven for you to grow and to be heard.
(615) 461-4660 View (615) 461-4660
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Wheeler & Wheeler Counseling
Pastoral Counselor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37130
When looking for a couples counselor why choose between a male or female counselor? Why not have both? At Wheeler and Wheeler Counseling we work as a husband and wife duo providing both individual counseling - individually, as well as couples counseling - collaboratively. We are licensed Christian counselors who integrate faith with the daily challenges our clients face. We love collaborating with couples in marriage counseling, pre marital counseling, and what we like to call prebaby counseling. As partners in both life and practice, we bring a deep understanding of the joys, struggles, and intricacies in relationships.
When looking for a couples counselor why choose between a male or female counselor? Why not have both? At Wheeler and Wheeler Counseling we work as a husband and wife duo providing both individual counseling - individually, as well as couples counseling - collaboratively. We are licensed Christian counselors who integrate faith with the daily challenges our clients face. We love collaborating with couples in marriage counseling, pre marital counseling, and what we like to call prebaby counseling. As partners in both life and practice, we bring a deep understanding of the joys, struggles, and intricacies in relationships.
(615) 640-4154 View (615) 640-4154
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Mark Schmahl
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Are you feeling stuck in your marriage or relationship? Do you love and care for your partner but are struggling to communicate and get on the same page? Do you want to move from feeling like roommates who are surviving into a place where you are thriving? Relationships are hard and can lead to a great deal of stress, but they can also be the most amazing blessing of all when two people are willing to work on creating the life they have always wanted together. If this describes you or your relationship, I can help!
Are you feeling stuck in your marriage or relationship? Do you love and care for your partner but are struggling to communicate and get on the same page? Do you want to move from feeling like roommates who are surviving into a place where you are thriving? Relationships are hard and can lead to a great deal of stress, but they can also be the most amazing blessing of all when two people are willing to work on creating the life they have always wanted together. If this describes you or your relationship, I can help!
(615) 437-9595 View (615) 437-9595
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Jonathan Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Among many unique modalities, I am specially trained in topics surrounding marital, adolescent, family, men's issues, and spiritual and/or religious difficulties.
I am passionate about seeing people restored mentally, emotionally, and spiritually through compassionate and holistic care. I specializing in working with men, adolescents, and couples.
Among many unique modalities, I am specially trained in topics surrounding marital, adolescent, family, men's issues, and spiritual and/or religious difficulties.
I am passionate about seeing people restored mentally, emotionally, and spiritually through compassionate and holistic care. I specializing in working with men, adolescents, and couples.
(615) 861-8712 View (615) 861-8712
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Diane Gammon -Living With Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, CMHIMP, ASDCS, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
Welcome, 911 Help is here! I specialize in Crisis, Depression, Trauma, Autism Testing & Therapy, Couples/ Marriage, Pre- marital Counseling, Family Reunification, Abandonment, Anxiety/Panic, PTSD, Neurodiverse/Neurotypical Relationships, Holistic Self-Care, Self-Harm, Suicide Ideation, Grief/Loss, RAD, Miscarriage/Infant Loss, ADHD, Personality Disorders, Drug/Alcohol/Other Addictions, Low Self-Esteem/Self-Worth, Eating Disorders, Body Image, Communication Skills/ Relationships, Sexual Assault, Rape/Domestic Violence, Behavior Issues, Corrections, Foster Care, Adoption Transition, Postpartum, Illness & more.
Welcome, 911 Help is here! I specialize in Crisis, Depression, Trauma, Autism Testing & Therapy, Couples/ Marriage, Pre- marital Counseling, Family Reunification, Abandonment, Anxiety/Panic, PTSD, Neurodiverse/Neurotypical Relationships, Holistic Self-Care, Self-Harm, Suicide Ideation, Grief/Loss, RAD, Miscarriage/Infant Loss, ADHD, Personality Disorders, Drug/Alcohol/Other Addictions, Low Self-Esteem/Self-Worth, Eating Disorders, Body Image, Communication Skills/ Relationships, Sexual Assault, Rape/Domestic Violence, Behavior Issues, Corrections, Foster Care, Adoption Transition, Postpartum, Illness & more.
(615) 654-6252 View (615) 654-6252
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Nashville Relationship Experts
MS
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
We love what we do and would be honored to help you build the marriage you deeply want and deserve.
Are you struggling in your marriage? If you want the hurt, disappointment, or disconnection to stop, you've come to the right place. We're Amanda and Michael May, and as a husband-and-wife team, we provide elevated professional guidance and expertise for marital crisis & growth. Clients say our approach is highly relatable and more productive than traditional couples counseling. We've delved deep into the work of researchers like Dr. John Gottman, Dr. Gary Chapman, and Esther Perel, amongst others, often using their findings to guide sessions.
We love what we do and would be honored to help you build the marriage you deeply want and deserve.
Are you struggling in your marriage? If you want the hurt, disappointment, or disconnection to stop, you've come to the right place. We're Amanda and Michael May, and as a husband-and-wife team, we provide elevated professional guidance and expertise for marital crisis & growth. Clients say our approach is highly relatable and more productive than traditional couples counseling. We've delved deep into the work of researchers like Dr. John Gottman, Dr. Gary Chapman, and Esther Perel, amongst others, often using their findings to guide sessions.
(615) 909-2270 View (615) 909-2270
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Tiffany R Sweeley
Pastoral Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
If your marriage is struggling or you are questioning your future I'd love to help.
Having the opportunity to help people grow and heal is why I became a counselor. Sometimes we need help and that can be hard to ask for. I am a Christian counselor and have been ordained for 14 years. If a person is in a marriage crisis I want to be there to see if we can get thru to the other side. My experience in my own personal life has lead me to this place of helping couples, pre marital counseling, or any other individual who feels lost. Most people need good advice. They need someone who is a third objective party. That's what I am. That's what I enjoy. Helping people see things from a different perspective.
If your marriage is struggling or you are questioning your future I'd love to help.
Having the opportunity to help people grow and heal is why I became a counselor. Sometimes we need help and that can be hard to ask for. I am a Christian counselor and have been ordained for 14 years. If a person is in a marriage crisis I want to be there to see if we can get thru to the other side. My experience in my own personal life has lead me to this place of helping couples, pre marital counseling, or any other individual who feels lost. Most people need good advice. They need someone who is a third objective party. That's what I am. That's what I enjoy. Helping people see things from a different perspective.
(629) 263-7263 View (629) 263-7263

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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.