Couples Counselling in Peppermint Grove, WA

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Partnership Power Counselling - Raywyn Roberts
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Peppermint Grove, WA 6011
A Clinical Psychotherapist, I work with families, couples and individuals to help them create a better life. Read more at: https://partnershippower.com.au : Learn how to live a great life - together. You love each other, learn how to get back 'in love' with each other. Sound inviting? I help people like you every day. Any couple can increase their couple bond. A great relationship is the gateway to a happy home life, increased work productivity and a no-regrets existence.
A Clinical Psychotherapist, I work with families, couples and individuals to help them create a better life. Read more at: https://partnershippower.com.au : Learn how to live a great life - together. You love each other, learn how to get back 'in love' with each other. Sound inviting? I help people like you every day. Any couple can increase their couple bond. A great relationship is the gateway to a happy home life, increased work productivity and a no-regrets existence.
(07) 3485 0790 View (07) 3485 0790
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Tailoring Therapy
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified Verified
Peppermint Grove, WA 6011
If you’re having difficulties with anxiety, self-esteem, depression, personality disorder, relationship challenges, or need support regarding gender, sexuality or sexual functioning issues, we’d love support you in your journey.
My name is Federica, I am a registered Psychologist and Sexologist and the Director of Tailoring Therapy. In my years of being a therapist, I have developed the belief that psychological interventions and therapy should be tailored to the person's uniqueness. In my approach, I aim to provide knowledge and education, develop awareness, and encourage change, if that is what you are seeking.
If you’re having difficulties with anxiety, self-esteem, depression, personality disorder, relationship challenges, or need support regarding gender, sexuality or sexual functioning issues, we’d love support you in your journey.
My name is Federica, I am a registered Psychologist and Sexologist and the Director of Tailoring Therapy. In my years of being a therapist, I have developed the belief that psychological interventions and therapy should be tailored to the person's uniqueness. In my approach, I aim to provide knowledge and education, develop awareness, and encourage change, if that is what you are seeking.
(08) 6493 7840 View (08) 6493 7840
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Cameron Williams - The Healing Dock
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Peppermint Grove, WA 6011
“Hello! I’m Cameron, and I'm thrilled you’re here. Whether you're new to therapy or returning, your courage is commendable. The path to healing and personal growth isn’t always easy, but it's a significant step towards relief, understanding, and a ‘better you’. I'm a dedicated psychologist, offering flexible after-hours and weekend sessions, in-person or via Telehealth (Aus-wide). My journey in psychology has been enriched by working with diverse people facing challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and complex relationship dynamics. I'm also passionate about assisting those with ADHD to unlock their personal strengths.
“Hello! I’m Cameron, and I'm thrilled you’re here. Whether you're new to therapy or returning, your courage is commendable. The path to healing and personal growth isn’t always easy, but it's a significant step towards relief, understanding, and a ‘better you’. I'm a dedicated psychologist, offering flexible after-hours and weekend sessions, in-person or via Telehealth (Aus-wide). My journey in psychology has been enriched by working with diverse people facing challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and complex relationship dynamics. I'm also passionate about assisting those with ADHD to unlock their personal strengths.
0485 840 409 View 0485 840 409

More Therapists Nearby

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The Wellbeing Psychologist
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
East Fremantle, WA 6158
Our psychologists provide counselling and therapy for adolescents and adults for depression, anxiety, chronic worry, trauma, stress, burnout, relationship issues, low self-esteem, adjustment to life changes, and difficult emotions.
We understand that life can be challenging at times and that it's not always easy to cope with difficult thoughts and emotions that may arise. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next steps, we're here to help you move forward so you can enjoy life again. Our goal is to provide you with support and practical solutions to help you overcome life's obstacles so you can improve your wellbeing and boost your resilience. Our team of friendly psychologists will help you feel at ease straight away as we know how difficult it can be to reach out for support from a mental health professional.
Our psychologists provide counselling and therapy for adolescents and adults for depression, anxiety, chronic worry, trauma, stress, burnout, relationship issues, low self-esteem, adjustment to life changes, and difficult emotions.
We understand that life can be challenging at times and that it's not always easy to cope with difficult thoughts and emotions that may arise. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next steps, we're here to help you move forward so you can enjoy life again. Our goal is to provide you with support and practical solutions to help you overcome life's obstacles so you can improve your wellbeing and boost your resilience. Our team of friendly psychologists will help you feel at ease straight away as we know how difficult it can be to reach out for support from a mental health professional.
(08) 6206 8958 View (08) 6206 8958
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Perth Counselling & Psychotherapy Services
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Claremont, WA 6010
I work with heterosexual, multiracial, same sex couples and individuals who are in a place of questioning or are seeking help with a specific situation or event. Couples may be wanting some "fine tuning" in specific areas of their relationship or they may be experiencing a crisis due to an infidelity or breakdown in communication and may be unsure if they can or even want to, stay together. Individuals may be ready to explore childhood issues, dealing with trauma or having an existential crisis. I teach Circle of Security an attachment based parent program for caregivers wanting to parent differently to their parents.
I work with heterosexual, multiracial, same sex couples and individuals who are in a place of questioning or are seeking help with a specific situation or event. Couples may be wanting some "fine tuning" in specific areas of their relationship or they may be experiencing a crisis due to an infidelity or breakdown in communication and may be unsure if they can or even want to, stay together. Individuals may be ready to explore childhood issues, dealing with trauma or having an existential crisis. I teach Circle of Security an attachment based parent program for caregivers wanting to parent differently to their parents.
(08) 7078 8285 View (08) 7078 8285
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Felicity Miller
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Dalkeith, WA 6009
Felicity is experienced in working alongside adults and adolescents who are experiencing distress in everyday life. She helps clients to develop a better understanding of the origins of problem behaviours so that they are able to make changes that go beyond symptom relief. Felicity’s areas of interest include eating disorders, interpersonal difficulties, personality issues, substance use issues, mood and anxiety disorders, domestic violence behaviours and relationship issues.
Felicity is experienced in working alongside adults and adolescents who are experiencing distress in everyday life. She helps clients to develop a better understanding of the origins of problem behaviours so that they are able to make changes that go beyond symptom relief. Felicity’s areas of interest include eating disorders, interpersonal difficulties, personality issues, substance use issues, mood and anxiety disorders, domestic violence behaviours and relationship issues.
(08) 6002 2787 View (08) 6002 2787
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Amber Zahra
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nedlands, WA 6009
I take interest in working with individuals, couples, and families, experiencing all sorts of of issues and difficulties.
Welcome and congratulations, you have taken the first step towards a better mental well-being. It is not easy to choose the right counsellor, with whom you are comfortable to share your life's significant events, I acknowledge. I am Amber, a registered counsellor with the Australian Counsellor's Association. I believe in respect, positive regard and genuine care for my clients privacy and confidentiality in Counselling. My ARHG provider number is: AC20476T
I take interest in working with individuals, couples, and families, experiencing all sorts of of issues and difficulties.
Welcome and congratulations, you have taken the first step towards a better mental well-being. It is not easy to choose the right counsellor, with whom you are comfortable to share your life's significant events, I acknowledge. I am Amber, a registered counsellor with the Australian Counsellor's Association. I believe in respect, positive regard and genuine care for my clients privacy and confidentiality in Counselling. My ARHG provider number is: AC20476T
(08) 6493 7200 View (08) 6493 7200
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Indira Chanda
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Claremont, WA 6010
She works with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, exam stress, trauma, grief and loss, relationship, parenting and family challenges, and significant life transitions.
Indira has over 20 years of clinical experience working in mental health services across the public, private and not for profit sectors. Indira provides supportive, confidential and client-centred sessions. She has a passion for assisting her clients to realise their full inner potential through strength-based counselling. She believes that each client is the expert of their own life and provides a safe therapeutic space where she works collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve positive life goals. Indira is also a registered clinical supervisors and welcomes enquiries from counsellors requiring a regular supervisor.
She works with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, exam stress, trauma, grief and loss, relationship, parenting and family challenges, and significant life transitions.
Indira has over 20 years of clinical experience working in mental health services across the public, private and not for profit sectors. Indira provides supportive, confidential and client-centred sessions. She has a passion for assisting her clients to realise their full inner potential through strength-based counselling. She believes that each client is the expert of their own life and provides a safe therapeutic space where she works collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve positive life goals. Indira is also a registered clinical supervisors and welcomes enquiries from counsellors requiring a regular supervisor.
(08) 7701 9738 View (08) 7701 9738
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Valda Prado-Sampaio
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Nedlands, WA 6009
Our relationship will be an important part of the therapy - a safe place where, among other things, you can try trusting and saying no.
Hi, I'm Valda. I help people of all ages and walks of life navigate difficult times in their lives and create healthier, happier relationships. Especially when anger or fears are high and hope low. If you long for better, deeper, more authentic relationships, I can help you too. I teach skills and principles that will help you communicate and solve problems better, while developing flexibility and resilience. It's important to me that you feel heard, understood, respected, and valued. I’ll respect your differences and always remember it’s a privilege to be allowed into your personal, private world.
Our relationship will be an important part of the therapy - a safe place where, among other things, you can try trusting and saying no.
Hi, I'm Valda. I help people of all ages and walks of life navigate difficult times in their lives and create healthier, happier relationships. Especially when anger or fears are high and hope low. If you long for better, deeper, more authentic relationships, I can help you too. I teach skills and principles that will help you communicate and solve problems better, while developing flexibility and resilience. It's important to me that you feel heard, understood, respected, and valued. I’ll respect your differences and always remember it’s a privilege to be allowed into your personal, private world.
(08) 6490 9795 View (08) 6490 9795
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Julie Cole
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Cottesloe, WA 6011
Waitlist for new clients
I aim to provide a safe and confidential environment which emphasises the importance of trust within the therapeutic relationship.
I am a warm and genuine psychotherapist trained to explore how present concerns or difficulties may be influenced by past experiences, attachment patterns or unconscious beliefs and thoughts. I see people who are working through all kinds of relationship distress or concerns as well as grief. I have a particular expertise working with couples and individuals working through life transitions. I also work on improving or changing difficult workplace relationships or dynamics.
I aim to provide a safe and confidential environment which emphasises the importance of trust within the therapeutic relationship.
I am a warm and genuine psychotherapist trained to explore how present concerns or difficulties may be influenced by past experiences, attachment patterns or unconscious beliefs and thoughts. I see people who are working through all kinds of relationship distress or concerns as well as grief. I have a particular expertise working with couples and individuals working through life transitions. I also work on improving or changing difficult workplace relationships or dynamics.
(08) 6219 3879 View (08) 6219 3879
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Cheralee King
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Fremantle, WA 6158
I have also supported couples to improve communication, seek forgiveness, heal and create healthier relationships.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Family Therapist with a passion for supporting clients to develop self-awareness and address issues that can cause imbalance in every day life. Using an integrated person-centered approach, I work with clients to set achievable goals working towards improving their quality of life. I feel strongly about working alongside clients to support their journey in a way that works best for them, while challenging them to seek new and more effective ways to view their world.
I have also supported couples to improve communication, seek forgiveness, heal and create healthier relationships.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Family Therapist with a passion for supporting clients to develop self-awareness and address issues that can cause imbalance in every day life. Using an integrated person-centered approach, I work with clients to set achievable goals working towards improving their quality of life. I feel strongly about working alongside clients to support their journey in a way that works best for them, while challenging them to seek new and more effective ways to view their world.
(08) 6219 3902 View (08) 6219 3902
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Emily Hirshman-Smith Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Cottesloe, WA 6011
Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationship(s)? Are you feeling confused and wanting some clarity? Are you wanting to change some behaviours, but don’t know how or where to begin? Are you feeling angry, sad, lonely or overwhelmed, finding it difficult to get through the day? Perhaps you’ve answered yes to one or some of these questions. If so, it might be time to talk to a professional Counsellor in a safe and comfortable environment where you can fully explore what’s going on for you, and begin to facilitate change, at a pace that feels right for you. I offer short and long term Counselling to Couples and Individuals.
Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationship(s)? Are you feeling confused and wanting some clarity? Are you wanting to change some behaviours, but don’t know how or where to begin? Are you feeling angry, sad, lonely or overwhelmed, finding it difficult to get through the day? Perhaps you’ve answered yes to one or some of these questions. If so, it might be time to talk to a professional Counsellor in a safe and comfortable environment where you can fully explore what’s going on for you, and begin to facilitate change, at a pace that feels right for you. I offer short and long term Counselling to Couples and Individuals.
(08) 7078 8383 View (08) 7078 8383
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Lilian Figueira
Psychotherapist, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Cottesloe, WA 6011  (Online Only)
As a psychotherapist, I am deeply passionate about supporting individuals and couples on their journey towards emotional well-being and personal growth. I believe that everyone has the innate capacity to heal and thrive, providing a safe and compassionate space for exploration and healing.
As a psychotherapist, I am deeply passionate about supporting individuals and couples on their journey towards emotional well-being and personal growth. I believe that everyone has the innate capacity to heal and thrive, providing a safe and compassionate space for exploration and healing.
(08) 6333 0754 View (08) 6333 0754
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Cheryl Tan-Bell
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nedlands, WA 6009
Relationships are tough! Add in each other's trauma and you are bouncing off everyone like you're in a jumping castle. The old adage of 'individual stuff' and 'couple/s stuff' is true. Conversations can feel like they are going around in circles or rehashing old stuff. You feel stuck. Your partner/s feels stuck. No one is moving forward. This wasn't the life you imagined when you got together. It was meant to be rainbows and fairytales, not discussions around housework, money and sex - or friends and inlaws! What if I told you that 'your stuff' is affecting the relationship? It's a big possibility. It does not have to be that way!
Relationships are tough! Add in each other's trauma and you are bouncing off everyone like you're in a jumping castle. The old adage of 'individual stuff' and 'couple/s stuff' is true. Conversations can feel like they are going around in circles or rehashing old stuff. You feel stuck. Your partner/s feels stuck. No one is moving forward. This wasn't the life you imagined when you got together. It was meant to be rainbows and fairytales, not discussions around housework, money and sex - or friends and inlaws! What if I told you that 'your stuff' is affecting the relationship? It's a big possibility. It does not have to be that way!
(08) 6171 2914 View (08) 6171 2914
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Sally Jayne Gatt
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Claremont, WA 6010
Sally’s health background (as a nurse) & relationship training has resulted in a special interest in how the mind & body interact & how relationships effect wellbeing.
SALLY JAYNE GATT is a registered clinical psychologist with postgrad. training in family and relationships therapy and a background in nursing. Her CLINICAL FOCUS is on RELATIONSHIP THERAPY, in private practice at St QUENTINS CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (stquentinspsychology.com.au/sally-gatt) in Claremont WA. Sally has a passion in working with individual adults, couples or families focussing on issues in relationships over a lifespan. She enjoys working with people who are struggling to cope in life due to mental illness, health problems, past or present family trauma, career stress or relationship difficulties.
Sally’s health background (as a nurse) & relationship training has resulted in a special interest in how the mind & body interact & how relationships effect wellbeing.
SALLY JAYNE GATT is a registered clinical psychologist with postgrad. training in family and relationships therapy and a background in nursing. Her CLINICAL FOCUS is on RELATIONSHIP THERAPY, in private practice at St QUENTINS CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (stquentinspsychology.com.au/sally-gatt) in Claremont WA. Sally has a passion in working with individual adults, couples or families focussing on issues in relationships over a lifespan. She enjoys working with people who are struggling to cope in life due to mental illness, health problems, past or present family trauma, career stress or relationship difficulties.
(08) 7079 4304 View (08) 7079 4304
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Regina Gerlach
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Nedlands, WA 6009
In my private psychology practice I am working with adults who are experiencing anxiety, chronic pain, conflict, depression, stress and trauma. I am working with clients who are interested in a different way of relating to their experiences, and willing to taking steps between our sessions to practice and apply a particular way of being - being present. I am seeing individuals, couples and I am also offering group-based treatment (MBCT, MiCBT, MSC). It is very important that the client feels safe and connected to me as a clinician as this forms a secure base for working together and through difficulty.
In my private psychology practice I am working with adults who are experiencing anxiety, chronic pain, conflict, depression, stress and trauma. I am working with clients who are interested in a different way of relating to their experiences, and willing to taking steps between our sessions to practice and apply a particular way of being - being present. I am seeing individuals, couples and I am also offering group-based treatment (MBCT, MiCBT, MSC). It is very important that the client feels safe and connected to me as a clinician as this forms a secure base for working together and through difficulty.
(08) 6244 5498 View (08) 6244 5498
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Sarah Ramunno
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Claremont, WA 6010
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in working with adults experiencing difficulties with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, assertiveness, PTSD, perinatal mental health, interpersonal and relationship difficulties. I am passionate about delivering best practice care to my clients and provide evidence-based treatments for a range of difficulties. I enjoy working with clients in developing skills and strategies to begin to change problematic patterns.
I am a clinical psychologist with a special interest in working with adults experiencing difficulties with anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, assertiveness, PTSD, perinatal mental health, interpersonal and relationship difficulties. I am passionate about delivering best practice care to my clients and provide evidence-based treatments for a range of difficulties. I enjoy working with clients in developing skills and strategies to begin to change problematic patterns.
(08) 6490 9815 View (08) 6490 9815
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Tap In Counselling Service
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Nedlands, WA 6009
Dorte specialises in supporting adults, couples & adolescents with attachment, relationships & life issues; trauma/complex trauma; stress/distress; loss & grief; and mental health issues incl.
“Stress, losses, and trauma create changes you don’t choose. Healing creates change you do choose” (adapted from Rosenthal). Dorte (Dee) at Tap In Counselling Service is a compassionate counsellor, whose broad experience strengthens her ability to adapt evidence-based approaches according to individual support and recovery needs. Dorte (Dee) supports adults, couples & adolescents to discover and tap into their resources, strengths, and supports that guide enhanced wellbeing, desired changes, and healing. Individuals with BUPA and Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG) private health cover may be eligible to claim session rebates.
Dorte specialises in supporting adults, couples & adolescents with attachment, relationships & life issues; trauma/complex trauma; stress/distress; loss & grief; and mental health issues incl.
“Stress, losses, and trauma create changes you don’t choose. Healing creates change you do choose” (adapted from Rosenthal). Dorte (Dee) at Tap In Counselling Service is a compassionate counsellor, whose broad experience strengthens her ability to adapt evidence-based approaches according to individual support and recovery needs. Dorte (Dee) supports adults, couples & adolescents to discover and tap into their resources, strengths, and supports that guide enhanced wellbeing, desired changes, and healing. Individuals with BUPA and Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG) private health cover may be eligible to claim session rebates.
(08) 6493 7783 View (08) 6493 7783
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Danielle Passmore
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Fremantle, WA 6158  (Online Only)
I typically work with people who lead full and busy lives who often feel burnt out and exhausted, looking to find a way back to flourishing and wellbeing. I also work with people who are going through relationship challenges of all shapes and sizes, and people who wish to break free from old, limiting childhood patterns that keep showing up to hinder their full potential. My hope is that clients who work with me are reconnected to their deepest sense of who they are, to their strengths, gifts, and their capacity to love themselves and their lives. I work with individuals and couples.
I typically work with people who lead full and busy lives who often feel burnt out and exhausted, looking to find a way back to flourishing and wellbeing. I also work with people who are going through relationship challenges of all shapes and sizes, and people who wish to break free from old, limiting childhood patterns that keep showing up to hinder their full potential. My hope is that clients who work with me are reconnected to their deepest sense of who they are, to their strengths, gifts, and their capacity to love themselves and their lives. I work with individuals and couples.
(08) 9473 6346 View (08) 9473 6346
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Katie Woodley-Smith
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
East Fremantle, WA 6158
I have experience working with couples, stepparents, parents, friends, people negotiating the dating world, people impacted by adoption, aging and people with disabilities both as individuals and in the context of their relationships.
I am a practiced counsellor, with a specialised interest in attachment trauma. The way our early life experiences create a blueprint for our relationships that may no longer be serving us in our adult circumstance. Unresolved attachment trauma can cause us to repeat the same painful relationship patterns until we go back to the source and heal the original wounding. My job is to build a comfortable and safe space for you to explore any issues that may be holding you back from creating the life and connections you long for in all your relationships, especially the one with yourself.
I have experience working with couples, stepparents, parents, friends, people negotiating the dating world, people impacted by adoption, aging and people with disabilities both as individuals and in the context of their relationships.
I am a practiced counsellor, with a specialised interest in attachment trauma. The way our early life experiences create a blueprint for our relationships that may no longer be serving us in our adult circumstance. Unresolved attachment trauma can cause us to repeat the same painful relationship patterns until we go back to the source and heal the original wounding. My job is to build a comfortable and safe space for you to explore any issues that may be holding you back from creating the life and connections you long for in all your relationships, especially the one with yourself.
(08) 6333 0717 View (08) 6333 0717
Couples Counselling

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.