Marriage Counselling Therapists in Calgary, AB

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Kingman Chan
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MSSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2Z
Kingman's primary areas of expertise revolve around addressing emotional distress, encompassing issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, work/study-related stress, and addiction, as well as dealing with PTSD and various forms of trauma. Kingman is committed to assisting individuals facing significant life transitions, such as career changes, marriage, grief, relocation, and acculturation challenges. His therapeutic approach is firmly rooted in person-centered and strength-based principles, emphasizing the importance of individuals' unique strengths and resilience in the healing process.
Kingman's primary areas of expertise revolve around addressing emotional distress, encompassing issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, work/study-related stress, and addiction, as well as dealing with PTSD and various forms of trauma. Kingman is committed to assisting individuals facing significant life transitions, such as career changes, marriage, grief, relocation, and acculturation challenges. His therapeutic approach is firmly rooted in person-centered and strength-based principles, emphasizing the importance of individuals' unique strengths and resilience in the healing process.
(587) 801-7312 View (587) 801-7312
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Sig Taylor Couples Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, RMFT
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3A
I'm pro-marriage and commitment.
Who you choose to entrust your relationship life to could be the most important decision of your lifetime. For over 30 years I've helped thousands of couples and individuals resolve conflict and create healthy relationships. You'll get the right tools and strategies to help with your specific issues and situation. Marriage counselling is a highly complex and specialized field of practice and all MARRIAGE COUNSELLORS ARE NOT EQUAL. I start with a 2-hour initial consultation at a reduced rate. It's a game changer - you'll get immediate help - honest feedback, direction and guidance.
I'm pro-marriage and commitment.
Who you choose to entrust your relationship life to could be the most important decision of your lifetime. For over 30 years I've helped thousands of couples and individuals resolve conflict and create healthy relationships. You'll get the right tools and strategies to help with your specific issues and situation. Marriage counselling is a highly complex and specialized field of practice and all MARRIAGE COUNSELLORS ARE NOT EQUAL. I start with a 2-hour initial consultation at a reduced rate. It's a game changer - you'll get immediate help - honest feedback, direction and guidance.
(403) 800-0776 View (403) 800-0776
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Dotun Ogunfowora
Psychologist, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2P
Areas of specialty include bully/harassment, burnout, life/work balance, anxiety, depression, ADHD, marital/parenting challenges, and life transitions, .
Life is challenging; remember you are not alone. It is possible manage the challenges with self awareness and support (clinicians, friends and family). I enjoy supporting individuals, couples, children, and youth in diverse areas including bully/harassment (workplace and school), burnout management, emotional regulation (depression and anxiety), self–development, and self-understanding. I also specialize in psychological assessments of adults, youths, and children to aid insight into their studies, personality, behaviours, and psychological functioning.
Areas of specialty include bully/harassment, burnout, life/work balance, anxiety, depression, ADHD, marital/parenting challenges, and life transitions, .
Life is challenging; remember you are not alone. It is possible manage the challenges with self awareness and support (clinicians, friends and family). I enjoy supporting individuals, couples, children, and youth in diverse areas including bully/harassment (workplace and school), burnout management, emotional regulation (depression and anxiety), self–development, and self-understanding. I also specialize in psychological assessments of adults, youths, and children to aid insight into their studies, personality, behaviours, and psychological functioning.
(587) 402-3631 View (587) 402-3631
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Maria Wing
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MSc, APC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3M
With over 6 years of experience helping people struggling with depression, anxiety, work/life stress, family/relationship conflict, marital conflict, life transitions, trauma, grief, spirituality, I am passionate about journeying with couples, families, children, young adults, and individuals in their path to healing and flourishing.
Life has a way of throwing curveballs our way, but we don’t have to face them alone. Whether you are facing life transitions, trauma, loss, depression, or anxiety, having someone to journey with can make all the difference in your journey towards healing and flourishing.
With over 6 years of experience helping people struggling with depression, anxiety, work/life stress, family/relationship conflict, marital conflict, life transitions, trauma, grief, spirituality, I am passionate about journeying with couples, families, children, young adults, and individuals in their path to healing and flourishing.
Life has a way of throwing curveballs our way, but we don’t have to face them alone. Whether you are facing life transitions, trauma, loss, depression, or anxiety, having someone to journey with can make all the difference in your journey towards healing and flourishing.
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Linda Kongnetiman-Pansa
Registered Social Worker, PhD, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2X
Hello and welcome! Many of us will experience challenges at some point in our lives. Stress, depression, grief, marital challenges and trauma may evoke many emotional, spiritual, psychological and physical pain that may leave you feeling paralyzed, crippled, and unable to function at the fullest of your ability. When this happens, you need support, someone to walk with you, be there to support you to learn to live life to the fullest. I am committed to walk with you, to collaboratively plan your way back to feeling unstuck and enjoy optimal health and well-being.
Hello and welcome! Many of us will experience challenges at some point in our lives. Stress, depression, grief, marital challenges and trauma may evoke many emotional, spiritual, psychological and physical pain that may leave you feeling paralyzed, crippled, and unable to function at the fullest of your ability. When this happens, you need support, someone to walk with you, be there to support you to learn to live life to the fullest. I am committed to walk with you, to collaboratively plan your way back to feeling unstuck and enjoy optimal health and well-being.
(587) 740-7050 View (587) 740-7050
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Gio Dolcecore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW, RMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3H
Let's explore fertility, change, intimacy, marriage, divorce, co-parenting, fighting, monogamy, polyamory, and anything else together.
Hi, I’m Gio (they/them), and if you're reading this I'm assuming you're looking for a therapist. I hate to break it to you, but the "perfect" therapist doesn't exist. However, we could build a therapeutic relationship together that is the perfect solution to the reasons you're looking for a therapist. You might be feeling anxious, depressed, or scared - but you're also feeling ready for change. Try a free consultation with me and let's see if we'd make a good team to tackle some of those worries together.
Let's explore fertility, change, intimacy, marriage, divorce, co-parenting, fighting, monogamy, polyamory, and anything else together.
Hi, I’m Gio (they/them), and if you're reading this I'm assuming you're looking for a therapist. I hate to break it to you, but the "perfect" therapist doesn't exist. However, we could build a therapeutic relationship together that is the perfect solution to the reasons you're looking for a therapist. You might be feeling anxious, depressed, or scared - but you're also feeling ready for change. Try a free consultation with me and let's see if we'd make a good team to tackle some of those worries together.
(587) 600-2924 View (587) 600-2924
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Jocelyn Simpson
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BEd, MC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3A
Life can often feel like a ship sailing, sometimes on smooth seas, at times amid a storm, sometimes aimlessly, other times stuck. There are seasons in life where gleaning perspective and insight are necessary to navigate diverse circumstances, pivot in the midst of challenges or find a safe space to process. My experience as a third culture kid from South East Indian decent, international living in the Philippines as a young adult and being in a mixed marriage provides a unique perspective on cultural fusion. Anxiety, depression, grief, neurodiversity, parenting, relationships, school challenges and stress are areas of focus.
Life can often feel like a ship sailing, sometimes on smooth seas, at times amid a storm, sometimes aimlessly, other times stuck. There are seasons in life where gleaning perspective and insight are necessary to navigate diverse circumstances, pivot in the midst of challenges or find a safe space to process. My experience as a third culture kid from South East Indian decent, international living in the Philippines as a young adult and being in a mixed marriage provides a unique perspective on cultural fusion. Anxiety, depression, grief, neurodiversity, parenting, relationships, school challenges and stress are areas of focus.
(825) 305-4309 View (825) 305-4309
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Christine Oduor
Counsellor, BA, MACP, CCC
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2N
Life is a journey, and sometimes that journey takes us through valleys of grief, trauma, and relational challenges. Are you experiencing some overwhelming grief & loss? Are you and your partner looking to start your journey into marriage with a strong foundation? Or perhaps you're a married couple facing challenges in your relationship? Trauma, grief, and the complexities of relationships can cast shadows that seem overwhelming, giving rise to hopelessness and despair for some. No matter where you are in your grief or your relationship journey, you don't have to walk alone, I am here to guide and support you.
Life is a journey, and sometimes that journey takes us through valleys of grief, trauma, and relational challenges. Are you experiencing some overwhelming grief & loss? Are you and your partner looking to start your journey into marriage with a strong foundation? Or perhaps you're a married couple facing challenges in your relationship? Trauma, grief, and the complexities of relationships can cast shadows that seem overwhelming, giving rise to hopelessness and despair for some. No matter where you are in your grief or your relationship journey, you don't have to walk alone, I am here to guide and support you.
(587) 602-0187 View (587) 602-0187
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Michelle Yvonne Buk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2T
My practice specializes in relationship therapy and is based in attachment theory. I have over 30 years experience in family and couple/marital therapy and advanced skills in pediatric mental health, child development and best practices in parenting theory. I have worked in hospital based in patient and out patient programs, community mental health and social services as well as university teaching and administration. Currently I am employed with Alberta Children’s Hospital as well as my own private practice.
My practice specializes in relationship therapy and is based in attachment theory. I have over 30 years experience in family and couple/marital therapy and advanced skills in pediatric mental health, child development and best practices in parenting theory. I have worked in hospital based in patient and out patient programs, community mental health and social services as well as university teaching and administration. Currently I am employed with Alberta Children’s Hospital as well as my own private practice.
(587) 606-0311 View (587) 606-0311
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Dr. Courtney Dookie
Psychologist, PsyD, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3H
I am a Registered clinical Psychologist providing care to individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, developmental trauma disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorder, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, and relationship and marital challenges; Dr. Dookie is here to support you in your healing journey. I am trained in cognitive behavioural therapy, Gottman couples therapy and educator; I am a certified ADHD professional. I have been trained in the following areas, CBT, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioural therapy, solution focus therapy, and family therapy.
I am a Registered clinical Psychologist providing care to individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, developmental trauma disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorder, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, and relationship and marital challenges; Dr. Dookie is here to support you in your healing journey. I am trained in cognitive behavioural therapy, Gottman couples therapy and educator; I am a certified ADHD professional. I have been trained in the following areas, CBT, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioural therapy, solution focus therapy, and family therapy.
(587) 604-0817 View (587) 604-0817
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Arian Guedes
Psychologist, MACP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
If you feel like you no longer take pleasure in usual activities, your interpersonal relationships are suffering, you find your mood sad, angry and you experience sleep disturbances...you are not alone! Mental health is a continuum and everyone at times feels overwhelmed, out of balance and confused by life’s curve-balls. As a Registered Psychologist, I've successfully worked with clients with various issues such as relationship concerns-couples/marital issues, trauma, PTSD, OCD, grief/loss, self-esteem, co-dependency, depression, anxiety, phobia, and occupational stress.
If you feel like you no longer take pleasure in usual activities, your interpersonal relationships are suffering, you find your mood sad, angry and you experience sleep disturbances...you are not alone! Mental health is a continuum and everyone at times feels overwhelmed, out of balance and confused by life’s curve-balls. As a Registered Psychologist, I've successfully worked with clients with various issues such as relationship concerns-couples/marital issues, trauma, PTSD, OCD, grief/loss, self-esteem, co-dependency, depression, anxiety, phobia, and occupational stress.
(587) 327-1512 View (587) 327-1512
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Journey Counselling Inc
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2Z
We understand the importance of finding the right therapist for you and are committed to matching you with a member of our team who is the best fit for you! Ask us about our Blended Family, Young Adults, and Marriage Preparation Workshops.
We enjoy helping clients of diverse backgrounds address both relationship and individual challenges. We provide empathic listening and a warm and safe environment to talk about issues. We can help you to gain perspective, understand and take responsibility for your feelings, and make clear requests for getting your needs met. We have experience working with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, mood swings, low self esteem, out of control anger and addictions. (Visit our website for more information.)
We understand the importance of finding the right therapist for you and are committed to matching you with a member of our team who is the best fit for you! Ask us about our Blended Family, Young Adults, and Marriage Preparation Workshops.
We enjoy helping clients of diverse backgrounds address both relationship and individual challenges. We provide empathic listening and a warm and safe environment to talk about issues. We can help you to gain perspective, understand and take responsibility for your feelings, and make clear requests for getting your needs met. We have experience working with a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, mood swings, low self esteem, out of control anger and addictions. (Visit our website for more information.)
(403) 800-0755 View (403) 800-0755
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Henze & Associates: Counseling & Care
Psychologist, MA, RCC, CPC, RPsych
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2V
Marriage in knots? Need healing? Wondering if your commitment to marriage and faith will be respected? We offer a unique values focused, skills based strategy of marital intervention that takes marriages and families from the very brink of divorce all the way into high functioning excellence. If you are looking to address addictions, restore the love you once had, reawaken passion and do it all in a context where your faith and values are respected, then come to a place where we take the time to teach YOU how to fix your marriage so it won't be broken again.
Marriage in knots? Need healing? Wondering if your commitment to marriage and faith will be respected? We offer a unique values focused, skills based strategy of marital intervention that takes marriages and families from the very brink of divorce all the way into high functioning excellence. If you are looking to address addictions, restore the love you once had, reawaken passion and do it all in a context where your faith and values are respected, then come to a place where we take the time to teach YOU how to fix your marriage so it won't be broken again.
(866) 632-5280 x101 View (866) 632-5280 x101
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Diana Wamsteeker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2S
In addition to individual and couples / marital counselling, I also work with pre and post-partum concerns for individual and couples, plus offer pre-marital counselling.
Your concerns are unique to your own lived experiences and circumstances. I work to facilitate a greater understanding of the patterns in your life that contribute to feeling stuck. Many people desire to live "all in" in their lives, but fear, sadness and personal history stop them from doing so. In the therapeutic space I gently challenge individual adults and couples to learn to thrive in their relationships, develop stronger communication skills, break free of limiting patterns and live a life congruent with their values and dreams. I work hard to show up authentically and with warmth for every client.
In addition to individual and couples / marital counselling, I also work with pre and post-partum concerns for individual and couples, plus offer pre-marital counselling.
Your concerns are unique to your own lived experiences and circumstances. I work to facilitate a greater understanding of the patterns in your life that contribute to feeling stuck. Many people desire to live "all in" in their lives, but fear, sadness and personal history stop them from doing so. In the therapeutic space I gently challenge individual adults and couples to learn to thrive in their relationships, develop stronger communication skills, break free of limiting patterns and live a life congruent with their values and dreams. I work hard to show up authentically and with warmth for every client.
(587) 813-5496 View (587) 813-5496
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Jonathan Hutton
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3C
My journey in becoming a Marriage and Family Therapist has evolved over the last 20 plus years in the Mental Health field from a belief that there is inter-connectedness in everything we do directly impacting our mental and physical well-being.
Relationships in our lives present us with an infinite number of experiences that bring successes, challenges and everything in between. The stories that we live everyday contain relationships that form the foundation of our mental and physical well-being. There are times when we want the current stories in our life to continue and at other times we hope and need for something to change so that we can live the life we desire as an individual and in relation to others. Regardless of the challenges you are experiencing there is a way to find a path forward towards a desired story that will bring fulfillment and joy in your life.
My journey in becoming a Marriage and Family Therapist has evolved over the last 20 plus years in the Mental Health field from a belief that there is inter-connectedness in everything we do directly impacting our mental and physical well-being.
Relationships in our lives present us with an infinite number of experiences that bring successes, challenges and everything in between. The stories that we live everyday contain relationships that form the foundation of our mental and physical well-being. There are times when we want the current stories in our life to continue and at other times we hope and need for something to change so that we can live the life we desire as an individual and in relation to others. Regardless of the challenges you are experiencing there is a way to find a path forward towards a desired story that will bring fulfillment and joy in your life.
(587) 874-5812 View (587) 874-5812
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Salima Jamal Shariff
Psychologist, MSc, RPsych, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2T
At some point in our lives we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed with a problem and unable to find a way out. Reaching out for support can provide an opportunity to learn alternative, healthier ways to cope and discover one's true self. My training in Marriage and Family Therapy and my diverse clinical experience, have allowed me to assist clients to discover and break their existing patterns that are keeping them stuck. Therefore, allowing them to develop insight, awareness, and a new outlook on the challenges they are facing, enabling them to lead more fulfilled lives and build stronger relationships.
At some point in our lives we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed with a problem and unable to find a way out. Reaching out for support can provide an opportunity to learn alternative, healthier ways to cope and discover one's true self. My training in Marriage and Family Therapy and my diverse clinical experience, have allowed me to assist clients to discover and break their existing patterns that are keeping them stuck. Therefore, allowing them to develop insight, awareness, and a new outlook on the challenges they are facing, enabling them to lead more fulfilled lives and build stronger relationships.
(855) 980-0342 View (855) 980-0342
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Calgary Couples Counselling Centre Inc.
Psychologist, PhD MFT, RPsych, RMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brigham Young University, and have over twenty years clinical experience working with couples in both agency and private practice settings.
Hi, I am Nathan Cobb. My team and I work with couples who are striving to improve the way they relate to and connect with each other. Between us, we have a lot of tools and experience to help couples improve their communication, stop unproductive cycles of fighting, feel more emotionally connected, and build trust in each other. Our clients have included couples in the early stages of their relationship who are preparing for marriage, those who have been stuck for many years in some negative habits, and those who are seeking help to recover from an affair.
in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brigham Young University, and have over twenty years clinical experience working with couples in both agency and private practice settings.
Hi, I am Nathan Cobb. My team and I work with couples who are striving to improve the way they relate to and connect with each other. Between us, we have a lot of tools and experience to help couples improve their communication, stop unproductive cycles of fighting, feel more emotionally connected, and build trust in each other. Our clients have included couples in the early stages of their relationship who are preparing for marriage, those who have been stuck for many years in some negative habits, and those who are seeking help to recover from an affair.
(587) 847-0504 View (587) 847-0504
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Can't We Just Get Along Counselling Inc.
Psychologist, MSc, R, Psych, RMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2S
Obtaining my registration as a clinical psychologist and having a Master's of Science in Marital and Family Therapy has allowed me to acquire specialized knowledge.
Hello, my name is Melody Evans when problems occur in our lives it can cause extreme stress and disruption. Maybe you have had trouble sleeping, or are too distracted to go to work. Perhaps you are just overwhelmed with everyone and everything. My work as a psychologist enables me to provide a comfortable place where; through therapeutic conversations, people can discover solutions to their problems.
Obtaining my registration as a clinical psychologist and having a Master's of Science in Marital and Family Therapy has allowed me to acquire specialized knowledge.
Hello, my name is Melody Evans when problems occur in our lives it can cause extreme stress and disruption. Maybe you have had trouble sleeping, or are too distracted to go to work. Perhaps you are just overwhelmed with everyone and everything. My work as a psychologist enables me to provide a comfortable place where; through therapeutic conversations, people can discover solutions to their problems.
(587) 809-2472 View (587) 809-2472
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Ping Xu
Counsellor, CCC, MC, MD
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T2V
I am a physician (MD) and a Canadian Certified Counselor, who is passionate about mind body integration, and supporting people in their wholistic journey of recovery and well-being. I help individuals and families with grief, family dynamics, marital strife, work and life transitions, ADHD, and any mental health a social adoption challenge they may be facing. I have over 10 years experience in working in human resources, with various Canadian organizations, with a deep understanding of disability and duty to accommodate. I work with Canadian born, or newcomers, and am fully fluent in both English and Mandarin.
I am a physician (MD) and a Canadian Certified Counselor, who is passionate about mind body integration, and supporting people in their wholistic journey of recovery and well-being. I help individuals and families with grief, family dynamics, marital strife, work and life transitions, ADHD, and any mental health a social adoption challenge they may be facing. I have over 10 years experience in working in human resources, with various Canadian organizations, with a deep understanding of disability and duty to accommodate. I work with Canadian born, or newcomers, and am fully fluent in both English and Mandarin.
(825) 445-1148 View (825) 445-1148
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Lisa Thompson
Psychologist, MC:AT, R Psyc
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T2H
Together we can work through your individual, marriage or family challenges, identify inner strengths that you may not recognize, and little by little, work toward the future that you are hoping to lead.
You are trying your very best, but still feel like you are struggling. You may be a parent struggling with parenting issues, or a couple struggling in your marriage. Whatever your situation, you are hoping for change, hoping to be happier in your family and your life circumstances.
Together we can work through your individual, marriage or family challenges, identify inner strengths that you may not recognize, and little by little, work toward the future that you are hoping to lead.
You are trying your very best, but still feel like you are struggling. You may be a parent struggling with parenting issues, or a couple struggling in your marriage. Whatever your situation, you are hoping for change, hoping to be happier in your family and your life circumstances.
(587) 850-2809 View (587) 850-2809

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Marriage Counselling

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.