Photo of Charlotte M Taber, MS, LPC, LMFT, Licensed Professional Counselor
Charlotte M Taber
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pleasanton, TX 78064
People who seek therapy are the sanest of us all. They look around at their lives and they realize that they want something better and they have the courage to go out and get it.
People who seek therapy are the sanest of us all. They look around at their lives and they realize that they want something better and they have the courage to go out and get it.
(830) 357-7463 View (830) 357-7463

Online Therapists

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Massey Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
Hallettsville, TX 77964
I offer marital and pre-marital counseling, affair recovery, and sex therapy.
Congratulations for taking your first step toward finding help! If you're suffering from mental health issues, I'll teach you coping skills and provide support. If you're going through a tough time in your life, I'll be your guide. If your relationship is unstable, I'll help you find steady ground. If you're facing a difficult decision, I'll help you sort things out and make a plan. If you're coming out of a bad relationship, I'll help you heal and prepare for something new. If you just need a safe space to talk, I'll listen and provide understanding. My name is Yvette Massey and I want to help you live your best life!
I offer marital and pre-marital counseling, affair recovery, and sex therapy.
Congratulations for taking your first step toward finding help! If you're suffering from mental health issues, I'll teach you coping skills and provide support. If you're going through a tough time in your life, I'll be your guide. If your relationship is unstable, I'll help you find steady ground. If you're facing a difficult decision, I'll help you sort things out and make a plan. If you're coming out of a bad relationship, I'll help you heal and prepare for something new. If you just need a safe space to talk, I'll listen and provide understanding. My name is Yvette Massey and I want to help you live your best life!
(361) 268-6555 View (361) 268-6555
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Kathleen Morton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFT, LPC-S, EMDR, ATR
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78748
I am a holistic-focused, neuro-biologically informed, LPC, Marriage & Family Therapist, and Registered Art Therapist.
Being curious about what makes us feel and act the way we do brings authenticity, creativity, and choices into our lives. Our self-concept and beliefs about the world are often formed in childhood and learned in our primary relationships. Unconsciously, these early experiences guide many of the decisions in our lives. I am passionate about exploring with you, the patterns that may leave you feeling confused, frustrated, or unable to move forward. Together, we will create space to cultivate conscious and caring responses to the inevitable challenging events of life.
I am a holistic-focused, neuro-biologically informed, LPC, Marriage & Family Therapist, and Registered Art Therapist.
Being curious about what makes us feel and act the way we do brings authenticity, creativity, and choices into our lives. Our self-concept and beliefs about the world are often formed in childhood and learned in our primary relationships. Unconsciously, these early experiences guide many of the decisions in our lives. I am passionate about exploring with you, the patterns that may leave you feeling confused, frustrated, or unable to move forward. Together, we will create space to cultivate conscious and caring responses to the inevitable challenging events of life.
(512) 337-4589 View (512) 337-4589
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Serenity Place @ Texas, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78209
Our team is well versed in the areas of anxiety and depression as well as trauma and marriage and famiiy relationships.
If the backpack of life is feeling too heavy or cumbersome and you need help alleviating it or re-packing it, we can help. We are a growing practice of clinicians that is expanding to your area to help meet the mental health needs of your community. Our focus is on trauma, depression, anxiety, and marriage and family relationships.
Our team is well versed in the areas of anxiety and depression as well as trauma and marriage and famiiy relationships.
If the backpack of life is feeling too heavy or cumbersome and you need help alleviating it or re-packing it, we can help. We are a growing practice of clinicians that is expanding to your area to help meet the mental health needs of your community. Our focus is on trauma, depression, anxiety, and marriage and family relationships.
(806) 547-1842 View (806) 547-1842
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Janis Claflin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
Janis Claflin is a psychotherapist in a private practice. Her practice includes individual, family and group therapy, grief and loss, business consulting, mediation, executive coaching and wealth counseling. She has over 30 years experience. Janis is licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist. She is also the founder of several non-profit organizations.
Janis Claflin is a psychotherapist in a private practice. Her practice includes individual, family and group therapy, grief and loss, business consulting, mediation, executive coaching and wealth counseling. She has over 30 years experience. Janis is licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist. She is also the founder of several non-profit organizations.
(512) 920-5484 View (512) 920-5484
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Stillwater Counseling & Coaching Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78238
We also offer couples counseling, pre-marital counseling, marriage counseling, family counseling and group sessions.
Are you searching for ways to reduce anxiety, depression or trauma-related symptoms? Are you searching for counselors who are kind, positive and open to your experiences? Our office offers an ethnically diverse and multi-dimensional team that can work together to meet your needs for therapy. We have a mix of military veterans, former educators, former school counselors, licensed social workers, life coaches and licensed chemical/dependency counselors with a wide range of experience and specialties. We can work with your therapeutic needs and match you up the counselor that can help you gain a better sense of well-being.
We also offer couples counseling, pre-marital counseling, marriage counseling, family counseling and group sessions.
Are you searching for ways to reduce anxiety, depression or trauma-related symptoms? Are you searching for counselors who are kind, positive and open to your experiences? Our office offers an ethnically diverse and multi-dimensional team that can work together to meet your needs for therapy. We have a mix of military veterans, former educators, former school counselors, licensed social workers, life coaches and licensed chemical/dependency counselors with a wide range of experience and specialties. We can work with your therapeutic needs and match you up the counselor that can help you gain a better sense of well-being.
(210) 851-9813 View (210) 851-9813
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Respark Therapy & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST, AASECT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Clients have issues related to communication, desire discrepancy, infidelity, sexless marriage, relationship conflict, sexual dysfunction or dissatisfaction, problematic sexual behaviors, swingers, open or polyamorous relationships, painful sex, LGBTQQIA, sex or porn addiction," trauma or PTSD, body image, spirituality, kink or non-traditional relationships.
Need an expert? Struggling with your relationships or sexuality? I'm an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Relationship Specialist. Maybe you have difficulties communicating about relationships or sex. Lacking desire or skills in your relationship can be frustrating but there is hope. Respark Therapy has 8 therapists with flexible schedules and fees. All therapists are highly trained, confident professionals. Discussing intimacy is sometimes scary, especially if don't have the language to talk about it. Together we can work toward gaining confidence, rebuilding trust, and learning new techniques to light the fire.
Clients have issues related to communication, desire discrepancy, infidelity, sexless marriage, relationship conflict, sexual dysfunction or dissatisfaction, problematic sexual behaviors, swingers, open or polyamorous relationships, painful sex, LGBTQQIA, sex or porn addiction," trauma or PTSD, body image, spirituality, kink or non-traditional relationships.
Need an expert? Struggling with your relationships or sexuality? I'm an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and Relationship Specialist. Maybe you have difficulties communicating about relationships or sex. Lacking desire or skills in your relationship can be frustrating but there is hope. Respark Therapy has 8 therapists with flexible schedules and fees. All therapists are highly trained, confident professionals. Discussing intimacy is sometimes scary, especially if don't have the language to talk about it. Together we can work toward gaining confidence, rebuilding trust, and learning new techniques to light the fire.
(512) 960-1682 View (512) 960-1682
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Ed Green LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPHA
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705  (Online Only)
I’ve been a licensed psychotherapist for many years and now retired. Over the span of my career, I’ve worked with children, adults and families to help them achieve a higher quality of life. This is why people seek out therapy. I recognize when people experience symptoms of mental health conditions, such as anxiety, adult ADHD, depression, stress, or struggles that arise in work, friends, close/marital and family relationships can often lead to feeling trapped. If you’re seeking help to overcome these challenges that stand in the way of living the quality of life you want, I can help.
I’ve been a licensed psychotherapist for many years and now retired. Over the span of my career, I’ve worked with children, adults and families to help them achieve a higher quality of life. This is why people seek out therapy. I recognize when people experience symptoms of mental health conditions, such as anxiety, adult ADHD, depression, stress, or struggles that arise in work, friends, close/marital and family relationships can often lead to feeling trapped. If you’re seeking help to overcome these challenges that stand in the way of living the quality of life you want, I can help.
(737) 510-2245 View (737) 510-2245
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The Agape Center-Faith Based | Trauma | Addiction
Verified Verified
Seguin, TX 78155
Our Mental Health Pastoral Counselors are certified, trained in providing, trauma informed biblical counseling for students, Adults, Youth, Teen, Couples, Marriage and Family that are struggling with, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, Addictions such as alcohol/drug abuse, marijuana, Vaping, Fentanyl addiction, pornography, anger management, behavioral issues, Parent Alienation, Divorce, social/relational concerns. All counseling, Aftercare and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), are all 1 on 1. In person or Telehealth. Court ordered DWI, and DUI programs are available.
Our Mental Health Pastoral Counselors are certified, trained in providing, trauma informed biblical counseling for students, Adults, Youth, Teen, Couples, Marriage and Family that are struggling with, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, PTSD, Addictions such as alcohol/drug abuse, marijuana, Vaping, Fentanyl addiction, pornography, anger management, behavioral issues, Parent Alienation, Divorce, social/relational concerns. All counseling, Aftercare and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), are all 1 on 1. In person or Telehealth. Court ordered DWI, and DUI programs are available.
(830) 254-5067 View (830) 254-5067
Photo of Alma C Miller, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, Licensed Professional Counselor
Alma C Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78258
I am pleased to offer clients both in-person sessions as well as the option of teletherapy sessions. If you are looking for an experienced and effective Professional Christian Counselor, it is likely you are facing some difficult challenges. It is important that you know you are not alone, and help is available. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I consider it an honor to support you in identifying and reaching your goals.
I am pleased to offer clients both in-person sessions as well as the option of teletherapy sessions. If you are looking for an experienced and effective Professional Christian Counselor, it is likely you are facing some difficult challenges. It is important that you know you are not alone, and help is available. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I consider it an honor to support you in identifying and reaching your goals.
(210) 981-6390 View (210) 981-6390
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Karimah Rose
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
West Lake Hills, TX 78746
I am Karimah Rose, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor and a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor.
Are we falling out of love? Were we ever in love? Are we losing our connection? Did we ever really have one? Are these some of the questions you have and need the answers to? In the past, I have also wondered: how do you know if a relationship is right? How do you repair the relationship after the mistakes have been made or the connection is lost? I set out on a lifelong journey to answer these very questions for you.
I am Karimah Rose, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor and a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor.
Are we falling out of love? Were we ever in love? Are we losing our connection? Did we ever really have one? Are these some of the questions you have and need the answers to? In the past, I have also wondered: how do you know if a relationship is right? How do you repair the relationship after the mistakes have been made or the connection is lost? I set out on a lifelong journey to answer these very questions for you.
(254) 232-5869 View (254) 232-5869
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Steve Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78748  (Online Only)
My goal is to help individuals and couples achieve peace and contentment by increasing self-awareness and recognizing behaviors that no longer serve them. I make it my aim to partner with clients on their journey, identify their strengths, help distinguish areas for growth, and provide clients with non-judgmental support along the way. I believe that strong and fulfilling relationships with other individuals can help people maintain emotional well-being. I have 20+ years of experience in mental health, including individual, marriage, group counseling, crisis intervention, and substance abuse assessments.
My goal is to help individuals and couples achieve peace and contentment by increasing self-awareness and recognizing behaviors that no longer serve them. I make it my aim to partner with clients on their journey, identify their strengths, help distinguish areas for growth, and provide clients with non-judgmental support along the way. I believe that strong and fulfilling relationships with other individuals can help people maintain emotional well-being. I have 20+ years of experience in mental health, including individual, marriage, group counseling, crisis intervention, and substance abuse assessments.
(512) 229-9297 View (512) 229-9297
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Clifton Fuller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78230  (Online Only)
I provide counseling and coaching for those seeking personal growth, finding life direction, reaching goals, resolving issues, and moving forward in life. I work closely with those evaluating life, relationships, education, or career changes. I am a Certified Life Coach and hold multiple licenses: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Approved Supervisor for LPC, LMFT, & LCSW's. Authored: "Marriage Vampire-Living with a Narcissist" (on Amazon), "The Narcissist: When Dreams Become Nightmares" plus other Amazon publications at FullerLifePublishing.
I provide counseling and coaching for those seeking personal growth, finding life direction, reaching goals, resolving issues, and moving forward in life. I work closely with those evaluating life, relationships, education, or career changes. I am a Certified Life Coach and hold multiple licenses: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, Approved Supervisor for LPC, LMFT, & LCSW's. Authored: "Marriage Vampire-Living with a Narcissist" (on Amazon), "The Narcissist: When Dreams Become Nightmares" plus other Amazon publications at FullerLifePublishing.
(210) 598-5053 View (210) 598-5053
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Richard John Rathbun
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78248  (Online Only)
I would describe my practice as helping people work through life issues in ways that promote relational, emotional and spiritual growth. My clinical areas of interest include spirituality, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I also specialize in working with men's issues. I apply a Christian/faith-based approach to counseling and am trained in both theology and professional counseling. I am an ordained minister and pastoral counselor. I don't impose my beliefs on clients, and respect all faith/spiritual traditions as valuable resources for healing. Areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, childhood abuse, personality disorders, faith crisis, marriage, family, adolescent, and relationship issues.
I would describe my practice as helping people work through life issues in ways that promote relational, emotional and spiritual growth. My clinical areas of interest include spirituality, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I also specialize in working with men's issues. I apply a Christian/faith-based approach to counseling and am trained in both theology and professional counseling. I am an ordained minister and pastoral counselor. I don't impose my beliefs on clients, and respect all faith/spiritual traditions as valuable resources for healing. Areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, childhood abuse, personality disorders, faith crisis, marriage, family, adolescent, and relationship issues.
(512) 430-4529 View (512) 430-4529
Photo of Neena Hamamcy, LPC, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Neena Hamamcy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lakeway, TX 78734
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor with special training and interest in areas of marriage and relationships, postpartum depression, separation and divorce, parent-child relations and women's issues. In my practice I strive to create a compassionate, respectful and trusting environment in which clients feel comfortable to explore their individual experiences. I conduct individual, couples, and family therapy, which includes practice with adults, adolescents, and children.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor with special training and interest in areas of marriage and relationships, postpartum depression, separation and divorce, parent-child relations and women's issues. In my practice I strive to create a compassionate, respectful and trusting environment in which clients feel comfortable to explore their individual experiences. I conduct individual, couples, and family therapy, which includes practice with adults, adolescents, and children.
(512) 523-5344 View (512) 523-5344
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Victoria Shackelford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MFA, MA, LPC, NCC, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
If you or you adolescent child are struggling with the effects of life changing stressful and traumatic events, such as domestic violence, sexual assault, the death of a loved one, the breakup of a long term marriage or a once loving relationship and are seeking help to make your way through the chaos---consider archetypal psychotherapy to make meaning from the way we engage these traumatic difficulties and learn skills for transforming your approach to life. I provide Jungian Psychotherapy services for couples, adults and adolescents suffering, Trauma, Anxiety, PTSD, depression, grief, anger and loss of meaning in life.
If you or you adolescent child are struggling with the effects of life changing stressful and traumatic events, such as domestic violence, sexual assault, the death of a loved one, the breakup of a long term marriage or a once loving relationship and are seeking help to make your way through the chaos---consider archetypal psychotherapy to make meaning from the way we engage these traumatic difficulties and learn skills for transforming your approach to life. I provide Jungian Psychotherapy services for couples, adults and adolescents suffering, Trauma, Anxiety, PTSD, depression, grief, anger and loss of meaning in life.
(210) 468-7214 View (210) 468-7214
Photo of Austin Mcneel Siegel, MA, LPC, CST, Licensed Professional Counselor
Austin Mcneel Siegel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78213  (Online Only)
I have more than 20 years' experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor providing individual, marital, couple and group therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and AASECT-certified Sex Therapist providing sex therapy to individuals and couples, helping them to overcome obstacles that interfere with sexual fulfillment to improve their relationships and strengthen their sexual expression. My practice addresses a wide range of issues ranging from erectile dysfunction to difficulty in achieving female orgasm, but much of my practice involves helping couples resolve issues to obtain a fulfilling sex life. Many therapists dislike or are uncomfortable with marital and couples therapy. I consider it to be one of my passions, strengths, and specialties.
I have more than 20 years' experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor providing individual, marital, couple and group therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and AASECT-certified Sex Therapist providing sex therapy to individuals and couples, helping them to overcome obstacles that interfere with sexual fulfillment to improve their relationships and strengthen their sexual expression. My practice addresses a wide range of issues ranging from erectile dysfunction to difficulty in achieving female orgasm, but much of my practice involves helping couples resolve issues to obtain a fulfilling sex life. Many therapists dislike or are uncomfortable with marital and couples therapy. I consider it to be one of my passions, strengths, and specialties.
(210) 899-5672 View (210) 899-5672
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Austin Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT , LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
Counseling For Children & Teens, Couples Counseling, Individual Adult Counseling, Family Counseling, Parent Coaching, Stress Management, Virtual Therapy, Career Counseling, Christian Counseling, Self-Esteem, EMDR & Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Tech Addiction, Pre-Marital Counseling.
Austin Family Counseling (AFC) is a counseling practice providing expert-level guidance and support for families, children, couples, and individuals. We are a unique group of therapists who will not only help you feel connected and cared for, but also provide you with guidance and expertise that will give you what you need to restore hope and connection in your life and relationships.
Counseling For Children & Teens, Couples Counseling, Individual Adult Counseling, Family Counseling, Parent Coaching, Stress Management, Virtual Therapy, Career Counseling, Christian Counseling, Self-Esteem, EMDR & Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Tech Addiction, Pre-Marital Counseling.
Austin Family Counseling (AFC) is a counseling practice providing expert-level guidance and support for families, children, couples, and individuals. We are a unique group of therapists who will not only help you feel connected and cared for, but also provide you with guidance and expertise that will give you what you need to restore hope and connection in your life and relationships.
(737) 252-6391 View (737) 252-6391
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Chris Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bulverde, TX 78163
It is my desire for all my clients to improve their relationship with God, others and themselves and begin to live lives of HOPE. So, if you are struggling with depression there is HOPE! Paralyzed by anxiety, there is HOPE! Chained to addictions, there is HOPE! In an unsatisfying marriage or relationship, there is HOPE! Overwhelmed as a parent, there is HOPE! Book an appointment today to begin your journey of real hope for life.
It is my desire for all my clients to improve their relationship with God, others and themselves and begin to live lives of HOPE. So, if you are struggling with depression there is HOPE! Paralyzed by anxiety, there is HOPE! Chained to addictions, there is HOPE! In an unsatisfying marriage or relationship, there is HOPE! Overwhelmed as a parent, there is HOPE! Book an appointment today to begin your journey of real hope for life.
(210) 941-4169 View (210) 941-4169
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Carlos M Quijada
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78207
I specialize in working with individuals ages 8 and up, and with couples who desire marriage counseling.
Tired of struggling with life issues? Not being able to make sense of things or find purpose in your pain? Oftentimes, we deal with a pain that we just can't explain, and yet we long to find someone we can talk to about it. Whether you are experiencing hopelessness, sadness, or fear of the future, are going through some difficult transitions, relationship problems, or having trouble with parenting... I can help! Allow me to come beside you on your journey to better mental health, as we work through those issues together!
I specialize in working with individuals ages 8 and up, and with couples who desire marriage counseling.
Tired of struggling with life issues? Not being able to make sense of things or find purpose in your pain? Oftentimes, we deal with a pain that we just can't explain, and yet we long to find someone we can talk to about it. Whether you are experiencing hopelessness, sadness, or fear of the future, are going through some difficult transitions, relationship problems, or having trouble with parenting... I can help! Allow me to come beside you on your journey to better mental health, as we work through those issues together!
(726) 227-0953 View (726) 227-0953

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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.