Marriage Counseling Therapists in Bell County, TX

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Nikita Tate-Casanova
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502
I worked with clients who dealing with anxiety, depression, childhood/adult trauma, rumination, couple/ marriage issues, family systems issues, military life issues, etc.
Dr. Nikita Tate-Casanova is an LMFT practicing for over 10 years. She uses several therapeutic techniques dependent upon clients’ needs, including CBT, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Positive Psychology. She has experience working with individuals, couples, and families across the life span. Nikita has worked in private practice, church settings, inpatient acute/residential treatment programs, intensive outpatient programs, and partial hospitalization programs. She believes in holistic wellness that focuses on clients’ mental health improvement, somatic relief, spiritual connectivity, and positive self-image.
I worked with clients who dealing with anxiety, depression, childhood/adult trauma, rumination, couple/ marriage issues, family systems issues, military life issues, etc.
Dr. Nikita Tate-Casanova is an LMFT practicing for over 10 years. She uses several therapeutic techniques dependent upon clients’ needs, including CBT, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Positive Psychology. She has experience working with individuals, couples, and families across the life span. Nikita has worked in private practice, church settings, inpatient acute/residential treatment programs, intensive outpatient programs, and partial hospitalization programs. She believes in holistic wellness that focuses on clients’ mental health improvement, somatic relief, spiritual connectivity, and positive self-image.
(254) 277-6501 View (254) 277-6501
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Chris D Langley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502
Chris specializes in treating individuals and couples who are struggling with anxiety, depression, dysregulated mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, and anger management. He also has experience with behavioral concerns and marital issues. He utilizes a behavioral approach to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gotham Marital Therapy, Reality Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Chris specializes in treating individuals and couples who are struggling with anxiety, depression, dysregulated mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, and anger management. He also has experience with behavioral concerns and marital issues. He utilizes a behavioral approach to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gotham Marital Therapy, Reality Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
(254) 282-4469 View (254) 282-4469
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Montez & Co. Adullam House PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT, Assoc
Verified Verified
Killeen, TX 76542
I have experience treating grief, trauma, women's issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, codependency, marital problems, pre- marital counseling, military-related issues (I'm an Air Force Vet), parenting, world majority/cultural concerns, emotional dysregulation, low self-esteem plus more.
Hi! If you were to put all therapists on a spectrum, I wouldn't be on it because I would need my very own spectrum all to myself. If you get this, we are a match LOL! God blessed me with the ability to connect deeply & personally with people from all walks of life & with various presenting problems. I believe the therapeutic alliance & trust is the most important factor in the counseling relationship. Don't get me wrong, the alphabet soup after the name is highly important & speaks to the credentials & specialized training of your therapist, however, lack of connection blocks progress in healing.
I have experience treating grief, trauma, women's issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, codependency, marital problems, pre- marital counseling, military-related issues (I'm an Air Force Vet), parenting, world majority/cultural concerns, emotional dysregulation, low self-esteem plus more.
Hi! If you were to put all therapists on a spectrum, I wouldn't be on it because I would need my very own spectrum all to myself. If you get this, we are a match LOL! God blessed me with the ability to connect deeply & personally with people from all walks of life & with various presenting problems. I believe the therapeutic alliance & trust is the most important factor in the counseling relationship. Don't get me wrong, the alphabet soup after the name is highly important & speaks to the credentials & specialized training of your therapist, however, lack of connection blocks progress in healing.
(254) 459-3426 View (254) 459-3426
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Yellow Ribbon Counseling PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFTS, LPCS, RPTS, EMDR AC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Killeen, TX 76543
Yellow Ribbon Counseling specializes in play therapy, family therapy, and trauma informed therapies (EMDR, TF-CBT and CPT). Our clinical team is made up of Registered Play Therapist, EMDR Certified/trained and Gottman trained clinicians. We provide treatment in a variety of areas to include: attachment ruptures, grief & loss issues, parent-child relationships, child and sexual abuse, blended family issues, domestic violence, military related transitional stress, reintegration, ADHD, PTSD, couples/ marital issues, perinatal issues and inter-generational family trauma.
Yellow Ribbon Counseling specializes in play therapy, family therapy, and trauma informed therapies (EMDR, TF-CBT and CPT). Our clinical team is made up of Registered Play Therapist, EMDR Certified/trained and Gottman trained clinicians. We provide treatment in a variety of areas to include: attachment ruptures, grief & loss issues, parent-child relationships, child and sexual abuse, blended family issues, domestic violence, military related transitional stress, reintegration, ADHD, PTSD, couples/ marital issues, perinatal issues and inter-generational family trauma.
(254) 870-8119 View (254) 870-8119
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Erica Boucher
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCDC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Killeen, TX 76542
Erica "Peta" Boucher, known professionally as Peta Boucher, is a Retired United States Army Veteran. Peta served much of her military career at Fort Hood, now known as Fort Cavazos. Peta is familiar with the local area and the services available to those within the community. Her time spent with the Department Of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) assists in her ability to maintain a balance of objectivity and empathy for families. Peta Boucher Received her Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Capella University and is currently obtaining her Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology.
Erica "Peta" Boucher, known professionally as Peta Boucher, is a Retired United States Army Veteran. Peta served much of her military career at Fort Hood, now known as Fort Cavazos. Peta is familiar with the local area and the services available to those within the community. Her time spent with the Department Of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) assists in her ability to maintain a balance of objectivity and empathy for families. Peta Boucher Received her Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Capella University and is currently obtaining her Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology.
(254) 275-6055 View (254) 275-6055
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Meredith Rogers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harker Heights, TX 76548  (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is empathetic and gentle, yet practical and straightforward. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, which is the most widely used evidence-based practice. I partner with my clients to challenge their thoughts, ideas, and behaviors with the goal of facilitating real, lasting change and to achieve personal growth. Some of my specialties include anxiety, depression, substance abuse, coping skills, military family issues, marriage and family counseling.
My approach to therapy is empathetic and gentle, yet practical and straightforward. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, which is the most widely used evidence-based practice. I partner with my clients to challenge their thoughts, ideas, and behaviors with the goal of facilitating real, lasting change and to achieve personal growth. Some of my specialties include anxiety, depression, substance abuse, coping skills, military family issues, marriage and family counseling.
(254) 332-2382 View (254) 332-2382
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Jacob Parks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT, LCDC
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76504
I treat many relevant issues which includes but are not limited to: mood problems, depression, anxiety, anger, self-confidence, marriage, family, relationship, individual, couples, addictions, chronic pain, PTSD, infidelity, grief/loss, behavioral problems, deployment issues, adolescent, parenting, life change, work/vocational, phobias, life crisis, etc.
Life can often be unpredictable and more dynamic than we are sometimes able to handle on our own. It is very easy to feel stuck, lost, hopeless, and even overwhelmed if we believe that we lack the resources and know how to approach our adversities. In the face of our challenges it is sometimes difficult to identify helpful solutions. This is how I may be helpful to you. Together we could explore what's possible and investigate solutions that work.
I treat many relevant issues which includes but are not limited to: mood problems, depression, anxiety, anger, self-confidence, marriage, family, relationship, individual, couples, addictions, chronic pain, PTSD, infidelity, grief/loss, behavioral problems, deployment issues, adolescent, parenting, life change, work/vocational, phobias, life crisis, etc.
Life can often be unpredictable and more dynamic than we are sometimes able to handle on our own. It is very easy to feel stuck, lost, hopeless, and even overwhelmed if we believe that we lack the resources and know how to approach our adversities. In the face of our challenges it is sometimes difficult to identify helpful solutions. This is how I may be helpful to you. Together we could explore what's possible and investigate solutions that work.
(254) 822-4378 View (254) 822-4378
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Jaclyn Kay Woods
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Temple, TX 76502
I am passionate in supporting a variety of clients including couples in varying stages of marital growth and repair and individuals of all ages processing childhood trauma, anxiety, grief processing, and a variety of mental health needs. My typical client is motivated for change and growth after identifying areas in their life they are wanting to change or improve. I love to be a support, empathizer, and encourager as you navigate the personal goals you have set for your growth and healing.
I am passionate in supporting a variety of clients including couples in varying stages of marital growth and repair and individuals of all ages processing childhood trauma, anxiety, grief processing, and a variety of mental health needs. My typical client is motivated for change and growth after identifying areas in their life they are wanting to change or improve. I love to be a support, empathizer, and encourager as you navigate the personal goals you have set for your growth and healing.
(254) 320-4825 View (254) 320-4825
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Craig E. Gardner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
I am a 20 year Army Veteran trained in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as Individual counseling techniques. I understand the unique stresses of military life. I have worked with military families both while in the Army and since. I use the Gottman Method for couples counseling. Gottman is considered the gold standard in Couples Counseling, it is one of the best researched therapies with one of the highest success rates.
I am a 20 year Army Veteran trained in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as Individual counseling techniques. I understand the unique stresses of military life. I have worked with military families both while in the Army and since. I use the Gottman Method for couples counseling. Gottman is considered the gold standard in Couples Counseling, it is one of the best researched therapies with one of the highest success rates.
(254) 831-4648 View (254) 831-4648
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Michael De Leon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-A, LPC-A, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Belton, TX 76513
We strive to better our lives, our relationships, or our families (or all three!). Sometimes, we just need a little help. That is what I want to offer you: a little help. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist-Associate, as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate. I love working with individuals, couples, families and children who are ready to undertake a journey of growth.
We strive to better our lives, our relationships, or our families (or all three!). Sometimes, we just need a little help. That is what I want to offer you: a little help. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist-Associate, as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate. I love working with individuals, couples, families and children who are ready to undertake a journey of growth.
(254) 347-2188 View (254) 347-2188
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James Edward Sweeney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Killeen, TX 76542
Marriage and Couples (including Same Sex Couples), Anxiety, Anger, Stress, Depression and PTSD with EMDR experience.
Telehealth Therapy Provided! Are you having problems at home, in your relationships, significant other or your children? Maybe you have a situation at work with your boss or coworkers. Is there an issue is between you and yourself? Hello, my name is James Sweeney, LPC, and I am a retired Army officer that had his own personal bout with PTSD, and understand the meaning of "Being Stuck". My specialty is Individual Counseling, Marriage and Family, with a proficiency in Christian Counseling, Military Life and more. Don't hesitate to contact our office, for help to achieve your goals of better mental health. Get started now.
Marriage and Couples (including Same Sex Couples), Anxiety, Anger, Stress, Depression and PTSD with EMDR experience.
Telehealth Therapy Provided! Are you having problems at home, in your relationships, significant other or your children? Maybe you have a situation at work with your boss or coworkers. Is there an issue is between you and yourself? Hello, my name is James Sweeney, LPC, and I am a retired Army officer that had his own personal bout with PTSD, and understand the meaning of "Being Stuck". My specialty is Individual Counseling, Marriage and Family, with a proficiency in Christian Counseling, Military Life and more. Don't hesitate to contact our office, for help to achieve your goals of better mental health. Get started now.
(254) 212-7349 View (254) 212-7349
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Kacie Sterba
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Belton, TX 76513
I am accepting clients! Making the decision to go to therapy can be difficult and at times overwhelming. Thankfully, this is where you start on your road to wellness. If you are in need and want to work on your mental health or your relationship, reach out! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
I am accepting clients! Making the decision to go to therapy can be difficult and at times overwhelming. Thankfully, this is where you start on your road to wellness. If you are in need and want to work on your mental health or your relationship, reach out! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.
(254) 600-4412 View (254) 600-4412
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Roslyn A Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP, DBT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified 'Pre- Marital and Blended Family' Facilitator.
Are relationship challenges, parenting stress, bullying, anxiety, Military life issues, depression, work related problems, unhealthy coping skills, lack of value in yourself, boundaries difficulties, social awkwardness, and angry outbursts interrupting your life. Did you know that receiving help is just a phone call away. Are you Active Duty Military or a family member of an active duty Soldier. Did you know that there is non-medical counseling through Military One Source? Seeking counseling through Military One Source is free and confidential it allow soldiers and family members to seek treatment outside of your installation.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and Certified 'Pre- Marital and Blended Family' Facilitator.
Are relationship challenges, parenting stress, bullying, anxiety, Military life issues, depression, work related problems, unhealthy coping skills, lack of value in yourself, boundaries difficulties, social awkwardness, and angry outbursts interrupting your life. Did you know that receiving help is just a phone call away. Are you Active Duty Military or a family member of an active duty Soldier. Did you know that there is non-medical counseling through Military One Source? Seeking counseling through Military One Source is free and confidential it allow soldiers and family members to seek treatment outside of your installation.
(254) 845-7704 View (254) 845-7704
Richard Earl Morgan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, ACSW
Verified Verified
Killeen, TX 76541
I have thirty years providing mental health services to Active Duty, Veterans, retired military and their families. I provide Individual, Family, and Marital therapies for adults and children. My treatment approaches are Evidence Based Tratment options. I am trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy to treat PTSD and victims of physical and sexual abuse. I treat individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, anger control problems. I am comfortable counseling ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and other problems. I am a lifelong resident of Central Texas and spent my mental health career working in and around the Ft. Hood/Killeen metroplex community.
I have thirty years providing mental health services to Active Duty, Veterans, retired military and their families. I provide Individual, Family, and Marital therapies for adults and children. My treatment approaches are Evidence Based Tratment options. I am trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy to treat PTSD and victims of physical and sexual abuse. I treat individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, anger control problems. I am comfortable counseling ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and other problems. I am a lifelong resident of Central Texas and spent my mental health career working in and around the Ft. Hood/Killeen metroplex community.
(254) 449-8868 View (254) 449-8868
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Wellness Seeds Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACC, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Killeen, TX 76549  (Online Only)
Families and individuals have been able to address concerns ranging from image concerns, PTSD, and marriage.
As a wife and a mother of 3 (one with special needs), I understand what it means when life takes you on an unexpected turn. I will help you navigate through all of life's changes, pains, disappointments, and feelings of frustration. I will empower you to become the advocate to your own change. Let's schedule a session to a healthier change, a healthier you.
Families and individuals have been able to address concerns ranging from image concerns, PTSD, and marriage.
As a wife and a mother of 3 (one with special needs), I understand what it means when life takes you on an unexpected turn. I will help you navigate through all of life's changes, pains, disappointments, and feelings of frustration. I will empower you to become the advocate to your own change. Let's schedule a session to a healthier change, a healthier you.
(254) 323-8683 View (254) 323-8683
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Sara Orosco Ma Lpc Associate Supervised By Christina Watts-Figueroa
LPC Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Killeen, TX 76541
As an employee of Yellow Ribbon Counseling PLLC I can help you. I am trained in a wide variety of areas to include: anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-esteem, behavioral issues, marital problems, ADHD, anger, parenting difficulties, going through transitions such as deployment or life changes, trauma, attachment, cultural differences, and/ or women's issues.
As an employee of Yellow Ribbon Counseling PLLC I can help you. I am trained in a wide variety of areas to include: anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-esteem, behavioral issues, marital problems, ADHD, anger, parenting difficulties, going through transitions such as deployment or life changes, trauma, attachment, cultural differences, and/ or women's issues.
(254) 863-2555 View (254) 863-2555
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Transforming Life Center- LaDonna Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Killeen, TX 76549
Additional Services include: Crisis Interventions, Life Changes, Adjustment Disorders, ADD/ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Anxiety Issues, Depression and Emotional Health, Behavioral/Cognitive Counseling, Guidance Counseling/Coaching, Educational Career Development, Anger management, Marriage Counseling, and Christian Counseling.
Transforming Life Center is a nonprofit 501(c)3 counseling and mentoring agency. My goal is to provide a warm safe and caring environment and emotional support for our clients. We provide psychotherapy and counseling services for individuals, couples, families, and children.
Additional Services include: Crisis Interventions, Life Changes, Adjustment Disorders, ADD/ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Anxiety Issues, Depression and Emotional Health, Behavioral/Cognitive Counseling, Guidance Counseling/Coaching, Educational Career Development, Anger management, Marriage Counseling, and Christian Counseling.
Transforming Life Center is a nonprofit 501(c)3 counseling and mentoring agency. My goal is to provide a warm safe and caring environment and emotional support for our clients. We provide psychotherapy and counseling services for individuals, couples, families, and children.
(254) 731-4488 View (254) 731-4488
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Lake Inks Professional Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, LMSW, NCC, CSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Killeen, TX 76543
In our growing and transit community, many individuals, couples, children/adolescents and families struggle daily with painful life events. Events such as marital discord, stress, medical illness, past abuse, single parenting, unresolved anger financial instability, military connected issues, educational restarting, grief, and spiritual confusion, can cause anyone to get lost in overwhelming darkness. Allow me to assist you with piercing the darkness of life's painful events.
In our growing and transit community, many individuals, couples, children/adolescents and families struggle daily with painful life events. Events such as marital discord, stress, medical illness, past abuse, single parenting, unresolved anger financial instability, military connected issues, educational restarting, grief, and spiritual confusion, can cause anyone to get lost in overwhelming darkness. Allow me to assist you with piercing the darkness of life's painful events.
(254) 655-3563 View (254) 655-3563
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Jc McCoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belton, TX 76513
***Now offering Telehealth Sessions*** I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a variety of issues including marital issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, grief and loss, and unhealthy coping strategies. I prefer to meet a client where they are at in life and give them mutual control over the counseling process. I am committed to helping my clients achieve attainable and mutually agreed on goals. *Christian Counseling available upon request.*
***Now offering Telehealth Sessions*** I specialize in working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a variety of issues including marital issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, grief and loss, and unhealthy coping strategies. I prefer to meet a client where they are at in life and give them mutual control over the counseling process. I am committed to helping my clients achieve attainable and mutually agreed on goals. *Christian Counseling available upon request.*
(469) 392-4563 View (469) 392-4563
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Chris Campbell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Belton, TX 76513  (Online Only)
As I have matured in my training and become licensed in marriage and family therapy, I have found that I now specialize in using Solution Focused therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help individuals identify their strengths and the beliefs that are guiding their behavior.
I began as a minister of the Gospel in the Southern Baptist tradition in 1993 working with the homeless to overcome the struggles of addiction and hopelessness in North Carolina and Tennessee. I learned through experience how to work through the stress of multiple transitions, the unyeilding demands for time and energy, and the unjust nature of toxic environments. I learned how to support those who wanted to strengthen themselves and their relationships in these environments and to ultimately be at peace with who they are and who they want to be.
As I have matured in my training and become licensed in marriage and family therapy, I have found that I now specialize in using Solution Focused therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help individuals identify their strengths and the beliefs that are guiding their behavior.
I began as a minister of the Gospel in the Southern Baptist tradition in 1993 working with the homeless to overcome the struggles of addiction and hopelessness in North Carolina and Tennessee. I learned through experience how to work through the stress of multiple transitions, the unyeilding demands for time and energy, and the unjust nature of toxic environments. I learned how to support those who wanted to strengthen themselves and their relationships in these environments and to ultimately be at peace with who they are and who they want to be.
(254) 347-2828 View (254) 347-2828
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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.