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Lee Ho
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1N
** I am currently accepting new clients** Mental health is important to me, as I am sure it probably is to you as well. I believe that at its core, therapeutic practice is rooted in the belief that our problems do not lie in us but between; in our relationship with ourselves and with others.
** I am currently accepting new clients** Mental health is important to me, as I am sure it probably is to you as well. I believe that at its core, therapeutic practice is rooted in the belief that our problems do not lie in us but between; in our relationship with ourselves and with others.
(289) 210-7382 View (289) 210-7382
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Vincent Cheng
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1M
With Heal The SourceTM therapy, I will partner with you so we can connect directly with the core source of the issue that will help you fast-track your own healing based on your need for change and development.
Do you feel you’ve achieved a high level of success but you’re still not satisfied? Do you find yourself feeling stuck? That something is missing, but just don’t know what that is. Are you having some trouble finding your way to true happiness that you end up living on somebody’s expectations? You want to move forward but you are confined in your own world, afraid to spread your wings because of thoughts that you are not good enough. So, it’s your time to start facing your fears and be the driver of your life, too. Become the better version of yourself by connecting to the source of what holds you back!
With Heal The SourceTM therapy, I will partner with you so we can connect directly with the core source of the issue that will help you fast-track your own healing based on your need for change and development.
Do you feel you’ve achieved a high level of success but you’re still not satisfied? Do you find yourself feeling stuck? That something is missing, but just don’t know what that is. Are you having some trouble finding your way to true happiness that you end up living on somebody’s expectations? You want to move forward but you are confined in your own world, afraid to spread your wings because of thoughts that you are not good enough. So, it’s your time to start facing your fears and be the driver of your life, too. Become the better version of yourself by connecting to the source of what holds you back!
(647) 691-0628 View (647) 691-0628
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Amy Leung
RN, Psychotherapist, CCCE, CNPE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Whitby, ON L1N
Are you facing challenges in getting pregnant, having prenatal anxiety or postpartum depression? These experiences can leave you feeling isolated, overwhelmed, and even hopeless at times. Starting a new family is meant to be a happy time of our lives - a new milestone and a new beginning. However, it could also create mixed feelings that can be debilitating. You have tried to cope but things are still not getting any easier. Although stress is a natural response, it could take a toll on your mental health when it persists for too long.
Are you facing challenges in getting pregnant, having prenatal anxiety or postpartum depression? These experiences can leave you feeling isolated, overwhelmed, and even hopeless at times. Starting a new family is meant to be a happy time of our lives - a new milestone and a new beginning. However, it could also create mixed feelings that can be debilitating. You have tried to cope but things are still not getting any easier. Although stress is a natural response, it could take a toll on your mental health when it persists for too long.
(289) 778-4380 View (289) 778-4380

More Therapists Nearby

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CBT Wellness & Virtual Services
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pickering, ON L1V
Accepting NEW patients. Are you or your child feeling: overwhelmed, stuck, or on edge? Experiencing mood swings, flashbacks or urges? Having trouble sleeping, managing emotions or getting through the day? Are you having communication or trust issues in your relationshpi? You are NOT alone & we CAN help. We have helped hundreds of people THRIVE in their life & we look forward to helping you too! Our professional, compassionate & experienced therapists have immediate openings for SAME day & NEXT day appointments for individual, couples & family therapy to children (5+), youth and adults.
Accepting NEW patients. Are you or your child feeling: overwhelmed, stuck, or on edge? Experiencing mood swings, flashbacks or urges? Having trouble sleeping, managing emotions or getting through the day? Are you having communication or trust issues in your relationshpi? You are NOT alone & we CAN help. We have helped hundreds of people THRIVE in their life & we look forward to helping you too! Our professional, compassionate & experienced therapists have immediate openings for SAME day & NEXT day appointments for individual, couples & family therapy to children (5+), youth and adults.
(289) 301-7240 View (289) 301-7240
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Psychological & Counselling Services Group
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Oshawa, ON L1H
We can help in many areas: addictions, major adjustment and developmental transitions, significant relationship issues, Socially related issues and trauma, child development and behavioural issues and mental health concerns such as anger management, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
We provide individual psychotherapy, couple therapy, family therapy, sex therapy, psychological and vocational assessment and psycho-educational assessment and intervention. We can help you and your family cope with and overcome life challenges, relationship conflicts, traumas, and mental health concerns. Our services are provided by registered psychologists, registered psychotherapists and experienced masters/doctoral clinicians under supervision.
We can help in many areas: addictions, major adjustment and developmental transitions, significant relationship issues, Socially related issues and trauma, child development and behavioural issues and mental health concerns such as anger management, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
We provide individual psychotherapy, couple therapy, family therapy, sex therapy, psychological and vocational assessment and psycho-educational assessment and intervention. We can help you and your family cope with and overcome life challenges, relationship conflicts, traumas, and mental health concerns. Our services are provided by registered psychologists, registered psychotherapists and experienced masters/doctoral clinicians under supervision.
(289) 207-6734 View (289) 207-6734
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Durham Psychologists
Psychologist, CPsych
Verified Verified
Ajax, ON L1S
Durham Psychologists is a full service psychology clinic located in Ajax, Ontario. Our highly qualified, registered, and experienced clinicians are happy to help you. Please feel free to have a look at our website and learn more about this reputable clinic.
Durham Psychologists is a full service psychology clinic located in Ajax, Ontario. Our highly qualified, registered, and experienced clinicians are happy to help you. Please feel free to have a look at our website and learn more about this reputable clinic.
(289) 802-2303 View (289) 802-2303

Online Therapists

Photo of Elaine Lam, Registered Psychotherapist in Whitby, ON
Elaine Lam
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R
林碩士精通英語,粵語和國語。林碩士擁有超過10多年臨床經驗,曾在多倫多一間華人非牟利機構當輔導員多年,有豐富經驗提供個人,婚姻及家庭心理輔導。她的專業領域包括焦慮,抑鬱,創傷後遺症,賭博及網絡隱癖,親子關係,兒童及青少年情緒和行為問題,輕微過度活躍症及自閉症等等。 林碩士深信心理治療不但能處理心理及情緒的問題,更可以幫助個人成長及脫變。林碩士透過不同的專業治療方案 (認知行為療法 CBT, 眼動療法EMDR, 精神分析心理治療法 Psychoanalysis, 遊戲治療法 Play Therapy,Mindfulness 等等),去幫助客戶的需要和目標。她最喜歡的其中一個格言是「我不再是受害者(Victim)而是生還者(Survivor)」。
林碩士精通英語,粵語和國語。林碩士擁有超過10多年臨床經驗,曾在多倫多一間華人非牟利機構當輔導員多年,有豐富經驗提供個人,婚姻及家庭心理輔導。她的專業領域包括焦慮,抑鬱,創傷後遺症,賭博及網絡隱癖,親子關係,兒童及青少年情緒和行為問題,輕微過度活躍症及自閉症等等。 林碩士深信心理治療不但能處理心理及情緒的問題,更可以幫助個人成長及脫變。林碩士透過不同的專業治療方案 (認知行為療法 CBT, 眼動療法EMDR, 精神分析心理治療法 Psychoanalysis, 遊戲治療法 Play Therapy,Mindfulness 等等),去幫助客戶的需要和目標。她最喜歡的其中一個格言是「我不再是受害者(Victim)而是生還者(Survivor)」。
(647) 490-6520 View (647) 490-6520
Photo of Henry Wong, Registered Social Worker in Whitby, ON
Henry Wong
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Richmond Hill, ON L4S
接受新的患者!我會說粵語、普通話和英語。我通過安全的視頻和電話向兒童、青少年和成人提供諮詢。我將心理健康視為心髒病專家對心臟健康的看法——這是生活的重要組成部分!我熱衷於治愈並幫助您過上最好的生活。我喜歡與那些擔心會影響你過上最好的生活的任何生活挑戰的人一起工作,包括:創傷、依戀、成癮、悲傷、關係問題、焦慮、抑鬱、雙相情感障礙、BPD 和精神病。
接受新的患者!我會說粵語、普通話和英語。我通過安全的視頻和電話向兒童、青少年和成人提供諮詢。我將心理健康視為心髒病專家對心臟健康的看法——這是生活的重要組成部分!我熱衷於治愈並幫助您過上最好的生活。我喜歡與那些擔心會影響你過上最好的生活的任何生活挑戰的人一起工作,包括:創傷、依戀、成癮、悲傷、關係問題、焦慮、抑鬱、雙相情感障礙、BPD 和精神病。
(289) 536-4946 View (289) 536-4946
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Phyllis Wai Ng
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Markham, ON L6C
伍惠儀碩士是一位安大略省的註冊心理治療師 (Registered Psychotherapist) 和加拿大認證輔導員 (Canadian Certified Counsellor)。 伍碩士精通英語,粵語和普通話。 伍碩士在香港中文大學心理學系學士畢業,隨後在美國明尼蘇達大學獲得教育心理學碩士學位。她擁有多過10年的工作經驗,她曾在美國一間中學和多倫多市中心的一個青少年機構當輔導員。伍碩士並曾在AM1540 電台擔任嘉賓分享心理輔導的資訊。伍碩士在過去五年為個人、婚姻和家庭提供私人的心理治療和輔導。她也曾在過去幾年為不同的員工支援計劃 (Employee Assistance Programs)作心理輔導員。 伍碩士有兩個孩子,也有親人有心理問題,她明白家人面對有病的親人所承受的壓力和在今天這麼復雜的社會作為家長的難處。 閒時伍碩士喜歡旅遊,閱讀,打網球和乒乓球,按摩,冥想及看電影。
伍惠儀碩士是一位安大略省的註冊心理治療師 (Registered Psychotherapist) 和加拿大認證輔導員 (Canadian Certified Counsellor)。 伍碩士精通英語,粵語和普通話。 伍碩士在香港中文大學心理學系學士畢業,隨後在美國明尼蘇達大學獲得教育心理學碩士學位。她擁有多過10年的工作經驗,她曾在美國一間中學和多倫多市中心的一個青少年機構當輔導員。伍碩士並曾在AM1540 電台擔任嘉賓分享心理輔導的資訊。伍碩士在過去五年為個人、婚姻和家庭提供私人的心理治療和輔導。她也曾在過去幾年為不同的員工支援計劃 (Employee Assistance Programs)作心理輔導員。 伍碩士有兩個孩子,也有親人有心理問題,她明白家人面對有病的親人所承受的壓力和在今天這麼復雜的社會作為家長的難處。 閒時伍碩士喜歡旅遊,閱讀,打網球和乒乓球,按摩,冥想及看電影。
(647) 643-5800 View (647) 643-5800
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Building Bridges Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MSc, MA
Verified Verified
Guelph, ON N1H
Accepting New Clients: In-Person & Phone/Video. We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
Accepting New Clients: In-Person & Phone/Video. We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
(226) 702-8590 View (226) 702-8590
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Building Bridges Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: IN-PERSON & PHONE/VIDEO*** We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We have helped individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their minds that necessarily needs to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
(289) 210-5106 View (289) 210-5106
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The Delton Glebe Counselling Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP
Verified Verified
Waterloo, ON N2L
Here is a partial list of areas where we can help: Anxiety & Depression, Couples & Relationship Issues, Trauma & Abuse, Grief & Loss, Parenting & Family Issues, Life Purpose & Life Meaning Questions, Addiction & Recovery Issues.
The Delton Glebe Counselling Centre is a multi-faith counselling agency committed to strengthening emotional and spiritual well-being. We are rooted in the belief that faith and spirituality are important resources for healing and change. We embrace diversity and cultural inclusivity and offer counselling to all individuals. We provide trained therapists who qualify for membership in the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
Here is a partial list of areas where we can help: Anxiety & Depression, Couples & Relationship Issues, Trauma & Abuse, Grief & Loss, Parenting & Family Issues, Life Purpose & Life Meaning Questions, Addiction & Recovery Issues.
The Delton Glebe Counselling Centre is a multi-faith counselling agency committed to strengthening emotional and spiritual well-being. We are rooted in the belief that faith and spirituality are important resources for healing and change. We embrace diversity and cultural inclusivity and offer counselling to all individuals. We provide trained therapists who qualify for membership in the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
(855) 953-0748 View (855) 953-0748
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Present Mind
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M4T
We provide individual psychotherapy, couples therapy, family therapy, art therapy, and mindful meditation.
We provide compassionate and holistic mental health care for adults, adolescents, and children. Our approach recognizes the whole person, mind and body. We specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, stress, and relationship issues.
We provide individual psychotherapy, couples therapy, family therapy, art therapy, and mindful meditation.
We provide compassionate and holistic mental health care for adults, adolescents, and children. Our approach recognizes the whole person, mind and body. We specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, stress, and relationship issues.
(437) 747-5331 View (437) 747-5331
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Building Bridges Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5R
We are a diverse team of over 40 licensed and experienced therapists! We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We help individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their heads that need to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
We are a diverse team of over 40 licensed and experienced therapists! We believe that there is good in every person, and hope in every situation. We help individuals, couples, and families heal, grow, and connect. As relational therapists, we appreciate the impact that our relationships have on our well-being. We do not see clients as having something wrong with their heads that need to be fixed. Rather, we see our clients as unique individuals, each with their own stories and perspectives, embedded in important relationships and contexts that impact them. We see strengths and we see hope, even when it feels like there is none.
(437) 747-5668 View (437) 747-5668
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Celia Wong
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5S  (Online Only)
When painful events happen and difficult emotions come up, of course we want to push it away and distract ourselves from it all. However what we resist, persists and no wonder you are feeling burnt out and disconnected. I'm glad that you are finally prioritizing your own needs and thinking about getting help. I believe that healing happens within a warm and trusting therapeutic relationship. Let's make a plan together to develop some strengths and skills to move forward. You deserve to feel better.
When painful events happen and difficult emotions come up, of course we want to push it away and distract ourselves from it all. However what we resist, persists and no wonder you are feeling burnt out and disconnected. I'm glad that you are finally prioritizing your own needs and thinking about getting help. I believe that healing happens within a warm and trusting therapeutic relationship. Let's make a plan together to develop some strengths and skills to move forward. You deserve to feel better.
(437) 292-3692 View (437) 292-3692
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Jackie Chung
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5V  (Online Only)
Jackie specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with challenges related to major life transitions, depression and anxiety, faith and spirituality, and cross-cultural/inter-generational experiences.
Jackie specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families dealing with challenges related to major life transitions, depression and anxiety, faith and spirituality, and cross-cultural/inter-generational experiences.
(289) 273-8424 View (289) 273-8424
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Veronica Lok
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, RMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Markham, ON L3R
She speaks English, Cantonese and Mandarin, and enjoys counselling individuals, couples or families from different cultures.
Veronica's counselling approach is to provide a secured, comfortable, empathic, understanding and confidential environment for clients to express their personal issues. She uses eclectic counselling models such as family systems therapy, brief solution focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, narrative therapy, art therapy, emotional focused therapy etc., to counsel clients.
She speaks English, Cantonese and Mandarin, and enjoys counselling individuals, couples or families from different cultures.
Veronica's counselling approach is to provide a secured, comfortable, empathic, understanding and confidential environment for clients to express their personal issues. She uses eclectic counselling models such as family systems therapy, brief solution focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, narrative therapy, art therapy, emotional focused therapy etc., to counsel clients.
(844) 334-1919 View (844) 334-1919
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Phare Counselling
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M4C
We offer individual, couples, family and group counselling.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, frustrating and time-consuming. If you’re tired of browsing countless profiles and being added to yet another waitlist, let us help you find the right counsellor. We are Phare. Our mission is to provide accessible counselling without the high costs, long waitlists or confusing processes. We have 25+ therapists who help a wide variety of clients on issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma. We offer need-based sliding scale rates ($80-$170) so you can access quality counselling when you need it and help others do the same.
We offer individual, couples, family and group counselling.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, frustrating and time-consuming. If you’re tired of browsing countless profiles and being added to yet another waitlist, let us help you find the right counsellor. We are Phare. Our mission is to provide accessible counselling without the high costs, long waitlists or confusing processes. We have 25+ therapists who help a wide variety of clients on issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues and trauma. We offer need-based sliding scale rates ($80-$170) so you can access quality counselling when you need it and help others do the same.
(902) 905-6743 View (902) 905-6743
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Healing Roots Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5R
At HRT, we provide tailored therapies like talk & group therapy, EMDR, & play therapy for individuals (ages 5+), couples & families.
****ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS****Are you battling feelings of disconnection and discontent? Do your needs often take a backseat in your life? Do you ponder if life could be more fulfilling and happier? In today's demanding world, many are grappling with anxiety, overwhelm, and uncertainty in managing relationships, careers, and lives overall. Neglecting your needs and lacking self-care can lead to prolonged mental and physical concerns. We firmly believe life shouldn't be this tough. Healing Roots Therapy (HRT) is a dedicated clinic, blending evidence-based healing methods with traditional psychotherapy for comprehensive care.
At HRT, we provide tailored therapies like talk & group therapy, EMDR, & play therapy for individuals (ages 5+), couples & families.
****ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS****Are you battling feelings of disconnection and discontent? Do your needs often take a backseat in your life? Do you ponder if life could be more fulfilling and happier? In today's demanding world, many are grappling with anxiety, overwhelm, and uncertainty in managing relationships, careers, and lives overall. Neglecting your needs and lacking self-care can lead to prolonged mental and physical concerns. We firmly believe life shouldn't be this tough. Healing Roots Therapy (HRT) is a dedicated clinic, blending evidence-based healing methods with traditional psychotherapy for comprehensive care.
(647) 694-6883 x00 View (647) 694-6883 x00
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Helen Chan
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L5M
Practicing as an individual and couples therapist, I work from an evidence-based framework using Emotionally Focused Therapy while drawing upon elements of other modalities.
Do you feel overwhelmed with all the changes in your life? Do you worry about whether you will get through it? Are you feeling stuck in life and/or in your marriage and relationship? Whether you are entering a new stage in life, becoming a new parent, navigating new relationships, having frequent arguments with your loved ones or suffering from trauma or a loss, these experiences can create intense feelings of fear, anxiety, loneliness, and uncertainty. These emotions can impact how we function in our every day lives, how we learn, and how we connect with our family and friends. Please know that you are not alone. I’m here to help!
Practicing as an individual and couples therapist, I work from an evidence-based framework using Emotionally Focused Therapy while drawing upon elements of other modalities.
Do you feel overwhelmed with all the changes in your life? Do you worry about whether you will get through it? Are you feeling stuck in life and/or in your marriage and relationship? Whether you are entering a new stage in life, becoming a new parent, navigating new relationships, having frequent arguments with your loved ones or suffering from trauma or a loss, these experiences can create intense feelings of fear, anxiety, loneliness, and uncertainty. These emotions can impact how we function in our every day lives, how we learn, and how we connect with our family and friends. Please know that you are not alone. I’m here to help!
(365) 650-4591 View (365) 650-4591

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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.