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Dr. Jodie Lockey-Duesling
Registered Social Worker, BA, MACP, RSW, DCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brantford, ON N3T  (Online Only)
I have experience working with a wide array of clients. I have worked in severe and persistent mental illness, specializing in a number of areas such as autism/adhd, inner child wounds, attachment injury, hoarding, grief, and trauma. I enjoy all things creative healing; art, music, walking, mindfulness, and many more! I have a passion for working with women, including busy moms who want their own identity and holistic connection to their world. I can help utilize integrative, somatic, cognitive, behavioural, emotional and psychological models! I love providing a collaborative supervision program for mental health therapists :)
I have experience working with a wide array of clients. I have worked in severe and persistent mental illness, specializing in a number of areas such as autism/adhd, inner child wounds, attachment injury, hoarding, grief, and trauma. I enjoy all things creative healing; art, music, walking, mindfulness, and many more! I have a passion for working with women, including busy moms who want their own identity and holistic connection to their world. I can help utilize integrative, somatic, cognitive, behavioural, emotional and psychological models! I love providing a collaborative supervision program for mental health therapists :)
(226) 242-9655 View (226) 242-9655
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Stephanie Dinsmore
Registered Social Worker, EdD, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
28 Endorsed
Brantford, ON N3T
My counselling style is strengths-focused and client-centered. I am trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma Informed Therapy, Gottman Method, Narrative, ACT, Solution Focused Therapy, and incorporate Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy principles (MBCT). I focus on addressing present life challenges while integrating past experiences. My services are suitable for individuals, couples, and families that are feeling overwhelmed by their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. Reduced Fee for Service available with the Psychotherapy Intern.
My counselling style is strengths-focused and client-centered. I am trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma Informed Therapy, Gottman Method, Narrative, ACT, Solution Focused Therapy, and incorporate Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy principles (MBCT). I focus on addressing present life challenges while integrating past experiences. My services are suitable for individuals, couples, and families that are feeling overwhelmed by their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences. Reduced Fee for Service available with the Psychotherapy Intern.
(226) 778-4617 View (226) 778-4617
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Brant Mental Health Solutions
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Brantford, ON N3R
Brant Mental Health Solutions is a private counselling and psychology centre in Paris, Ontario. Our team of 18 mental health professionals are able to work with; children, teens, adults, couples and families. We offer virtual and in person counselling options and equine therapy at two beautiful farms in Brantford. Our team is made up of Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychotherapists, Psychologists and other mental health professionals.
Brant Mental Health Solutions is a private counselling and psychology centre in Paris, Ontario. Our team of 18 mental health professionals are able to work with; children, teens, adults, couples and families. We offer virtual and in person counselling options and equine therapy at two beautiful farms in Brantford. Our team is made up of Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychotherapists, Psychologists and other mental health professionals.
(548) 481-5148 View (548) 481-5148
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Jodi Brown
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, CCC, RP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Brantford, ON N3T
"Don't mistaken what you had to do or become too survive with who you are or what you are capable of achieving". If you seek a safe and validating space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and life experiences, you have found the right counsellor. As a trauma-focused therapist, I work with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, BPD, sexual harm, and all forms of mental health. My passion is helping youth, couples, and first responders, but I work with clients from all walks of life. I believe the therapeutic relationship is instrumental in reaching your therapy goals. I offer a free 10 mn phone call.
"Don't mistaken what you had to do or become too survive with who you are or what you are capable of achieving". If you seek a safe and validating space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and life experiences, you have found the right counsellor. As a trauma-focused therapist, I work with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, BPD, sexual harm, and all forms of mental health. My passion is helping youth, couples, and first responders, but I work with clients from all walks of life. I believe the therapeutic relationship is instrumental in reaching your therapy goals. I offer a free 10 mn phone call.
(844) 857-3188 View (844) 857-3188
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SoulScape Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BAHon, RP
Verified Verified
Brantford, ON N3T
Life is nothing short of amazing. It's amazing how much we can go through and live to tell about it. It's amazing how fast kids grow up and time flies, how angry a co-worker can make you, how much compassion we can seem to have for others when we struggle to offer any to ourselves. It's amazing how much we put on our plates when all we need is to rest. It's amazing how much we can long for understanding and connection and how much opportunity can be missed right in front of our eyes. It's amazing how short life is. It's also amazing how much we can learn in the time we have, and how little steps can amount to such massive change.
Life is nothing short of amazing. It's amazing how much we can go through and live to tell about it. It's amazing how fast kids grow up and time flies, how angry a co-worker can make you, how much compassion we can seem to have for others when we struggle to offer any to ourselves. It's amazing how much we put on our plates when all we need is to rest. It's amazing how much we can long for understanding and connection and how much opportunity can be missed right in front of our eyes. It's amazing how short life is. It's also amazing how much we can learn in the time we have, and how little steps can amount to such massive change.
(226) 887-8486 View (226) 887-8486
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Bina Di Livio
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brantford, ON N3S
We all have within us a profound sense of knowing that helps us to live the life we ought to be living. When our lives are not aligning with this inner wisdom, we experience isolation, depression, and feel unfulfilled, stuck, and bored. We find ourselves in old repetitive patterns, jobs, and relationships that are no longer serving us. I can help you address these issues and guide you to explore the deepest parts of your self so that you can begin to live your authentic life.
We all have within us a profound sense of knowing that helps us to live the life we ought to be living. When our lives are not aligning with this inner wisdom, we experience isolation, depression, and feel unfulfilled, stuck, and bored. We find ourselves in old repetitive patterns, jobs, and relationships that are no longer serving us. I can help you address these issues and guide you to explore the deepest parts of your self so that you can begin to live your authentic life.
(647) 560-0215 View (647) 560-0215
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Laura Elise McCreery
Registered Social Worker, HBSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Brantford, ON N3P
Seeking a trusting and safe therapeutic relationship to engage in healing in a vulnerable and brave way? Needs may include: mental health, life transitions, stress, trauma, general well-being, grief, self-improvement, and others. Clients of any age, gender, or sexual orientation.
Seeking a trusting and safe therapeutic relationship to engage in healing in a vulnerable and brave way? Needs may include: mental health, life transitions, stress, trauma, general well-being, grief, self-improvement, and others. Clients of any age, gender, or sexual orientation.
(548) 489-0567 View (548) 489-0567
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Cobblestone Counselling Group
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brantford, ON N3P
We offer private In-person, phone and video Counselling and Psychotherapy services in Paris, Ontario. Are you struggling to understand and cope with challenges in your personal or professional life? Cobblestone Counselling and Psychotherapy group offers children, individuals, families and couples counselling. Like all services at Cobblestone, Counselling services are focused on treating people holistically. We see the person as a whole and employ a person centred, collaborative and integrative approach to counselling and therapy. Finding a therapist uniquely fitting to your needs is significant to us at Cobblestone.
We offer private In-person, phone and video Counselling and Psychotherapy services in Paris, Ontario. Are you struggling to understand and cope with challenges in your personal or professional life? Cobblestone Counselling and Psychotherapy group offers children, individuals, families and couples counselling. Like all services at Cobblestone, Counselling services are focused on treating people holistically. We see the person as a whole and employ a person centred, collaborative and integrative approach to counselling and therapy. Finding a therapist uniquely fitting to your needs is significant to us at Cobblestone.
(519) 442-2237 View (519) 442-2237
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Esra Magsoud
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Brantford, ON N3R
Have you been feeling overwhelmed & stressed? Experiencing difficulty in your relationships, school or work? Are you struggling with your emotions? Are you a parent with a child experiencing behavioural issues? Are you or your child struggling with thoughts of depression, self-harm & suicide? Are you experiencing anxiety & work/school related issues? Do you have low self esteem? You have come to the right place! I would be honoured to support you. Whether it be helping to process events, providing support or learning different coping skills through evidence-based interventions, myself & the team at CBT Wellness can help you!
Have you been feeling overwhelmed & stressed? Experiencing difficulty in your relationships, school or work? Are you struggling with your emotions? Are you a parent with a child experiencing behavioural issues? Are you or your child struggling with thoughts of depression, self-harm & suicide? Are you experiencing anxiety & work/school related issues? Do you have low self esteem? You have come to the right place! I would be honoured to support you. Whether it be helping to process events, providing support or learning different coping skills through evidence-based interventions, myself & the team at CBT Wellness can help you!
(226) 917-2740 View (226) 917-2740

Online Therapists

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Psychotherapy & Relationships, Anne Marie Shewfelt
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RMFT
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6S
As a Registered Psychotherapist, and Marriage & Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families. I offer an emotionally safe, non-judgmental and relational approach for my clients to share the content of their stories, circumstances, and life experiences. I have worked with a wide range of clients within the realms of cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and relational issues, however at the root of nearly all presenting problems is the emotional impact of a relationship. My specialty in relationships enables me to work confidently, and effectively with my clients regardless of their identified issue.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, and Marriage & Family Therapist, I work with individuals, couples and families. I offer an emotionally safe, non-judgmental and relational approach for my clients to share the content of their stories, circumstances, and life experiences. I have worked with a wide range of clients within the realms of cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and relational issues, however at the root of nearly all presenting problems is the emotional impact of a relationship. My specialty in relationships enables me to work confidently, and effectively with my clients regardless of their identified issue.
(833) 823-5314 View (833) 823-5314
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Marlee Rubel
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6E  (Online Only)
I am trained to address concerns including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, OCD, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, significant life changes, marital and couples counselling, substance use and addictions, grief and loss, as well as gender, sexuality, and queer issues.
I work with adults and couples to help them move towards a state of continued growth, compassion, and self-awareness in a way that is collaborative, strengths-based, and empowering. I believe in creating a client-therapist relationship that fosters authenticity, support, and space for both acceptance, and for change. This can begin in our very first session. Together, we can begin to tease apart the adaptive approaches to dealing with and moving through life you've grown accustomed to, and begin to decipher which of these patterns are serving you, and which you may be interested in moving beyond.
I am trained to address concerns including, but not limited to: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, OCD, trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, significant life changes, marital and couples counselling, substance use and addictions, grief and loss, as well as gender, sexuality, and queer issues.
I work with adults and couples to help them move towards a state of continued growth, compassion, and self-awareness in a way that is collaborative, strengths-based, and empowering. I believe in creating a client-therapist relationship that fosters authenticity, support, and space for both acceptance, and for change. This can begin in our very first session. Together, we can begin to tease apart the adaptive approaches to dealing with and moving through life you've grown accustomed to, and begin to decipher which of these patterns are serving you, and which you may be interested in moving beyond.
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Rui Tian
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, PCPain
Verified Verified
Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON L4A  (Online Only)
practicing psychotherapy, clinical supervision, life coaching, consultation, training, and counselling through individual, couple family, and group formats. expertise in imental health (e.g. anxiety, depression, trauma); addictions (substances, problem gambling, eating, sex, and internet); concurrent disorders; developmental disability (ASD, MID, LD, ADHD, ODD); dual diagnosis; rehabilitation (MVA, WSIB, OWN, LTD, RTW, mTBI, and traumatic injuries); chronic illness (chronic pain and other chronic medical conditions); return to work, parenting (child and youth); couples and marital relationship, personal wellbeing/development.
practicing psychotherapy, clinical supervision, life coaching, consultation, training, and counselling through individual, couple family, and group formats. expertise in imental health (e.g. anxiety, depression, trauma); addictions (substances, problem gambling, eating, sex, and internet); concurrent disorders; developmental disability (ASD, MID, LD, ADHD, ODD); dual diagnosis; rehabilitation (MVA, WSIB, OWN, LTD, RTW, mTBI, and traumatic injuries); chronic illness (chronic pain and other chronic medical conditions); return to work, parenting (child and youth); couples and marital relationship, personal wellbeing/development.
(289) 207-6489 View (289) 207-6489
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Behrang Ajam
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M2M  (Online Only)
With more than 10 years of experience as a counselor and therapist, I provide TeleMental Health (Online therapy) to help people (individuals, couples, immigrants, refugees, etc.) providing therapy and counseling for a variety of issues (anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships including pre-marriage counseling). As a Certified Trauma Professional, I provide treatment for trauma-related mental health challenges including PTSD, complex, developmental, and childhood traumas. All it takes is a 20-minute free call to answer all your questions and see if you'd like to work with me. After all, you deserve a "life worth living!"
With more than 10 years of experience as a counselor and therapist, I provide TeleMental Health (Online therapy) to help people (individuals, couples, immigrants, refugees, etc.) providing therapy and counseling for a variety of issues (anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships including pre-marriage counseling). As a Certified Trauma Professional, I provide treatment for trauma-related mental health challenges including PTSD, complex, developmental, and childhood traumas. All it takes is a 20-minute free call to answer all your questions and see if you'd like to work with me. After all, you deserve a "life worth living!"
(289) 216-6982 View (289) 216-6982
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Adisa A A Azubuike
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5R
I have been providing psychotherapy for over 30 years, and I am still humbled by, and passionate about the process of therapeutic change. I always work collaboratively with my clients be they parents, children, teens, adults, or athletes, and I strive to continually engage, diagnose, plan, and treat as effectively as I can. For me, working with children, teens, young adults, athletes, and pre-marital couples is most satisfying because of the preventive and early interventive nature of the work. I take pride in providing a place and a space where clients can relax, reflect, re-commit, and experience their desired transformations.
I have been providing psychotherapy for over 30 years, and I am still humbled by, and passionate about the process of therapeutic change. I always work collaboratively with my clients be they parents, children, teens, adults, or athletes, and I strive to continually engage, diagnose, plan, and treat as effectively as I can. For me, working with children, teens, young adults, athletes, and pre-marital couples is most satisfying because of the preventive and early interventive nature of the work. I take pride in providing a place and a space where clients can relax, reflect, re-commit, and experience their desired transformations.
(855) 679-1030 View (855) 679-1030
Photo of Carole M. Walker, Registered Social Worker in Brantford, ON
Carole M. Walker
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, Hon, Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Midhurst, ON L9X
My specializations include Individual, Marriage, Couple & Sex therapy, Trauma & PTSD recovery, Separation & Divorce, Career Transition, Addictions, GBLT, Self-esteem, Spiritual issues, Life Purpose, Life Coaching, Grief & Loss, and Hypnotherapy.
Need Help? I specialize in RELATIONSHIPS, COUPLE & SEX ISSUES, TRAUMA, PTSD, HYPNOTHERAPY, GRIEF, and LIFE PURPOSE issues. I work with individuals, couples, and groups. I can offer you sound therapeutic support in a comfortable and peaceful setting. My approach is non-judgement, client-centered, practical and results oriented. Together we achieve your desired goals!
My specializations include Individual, Marriage, Couple & Sex therapy, Trauma & PTSD recovery, Separation & Divorce, Career Transition, Addictions, GBLT, Self-esteem, Spiritual issues, Life Purpose, Life Coaching, Grief & Loss, and Hypnotherapy.
Need Help? I specialize in RELATIONSHIPS, COUPLE & SEX ISSUES, TRAUMA, PTSD, HYPNOTHERAPY, GRIEF, and LIFE PURPOSE issues. I work with individuals, couples, and groups. I can offer you sound therapeutic support in a comfortable and peaceful setting. My approach is non-judgement, client-centered, practical and results oriented. Together we achieve your desired goals!
(249) 559-0010 View (249) 559-0010
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Relationship Therapy Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP, RMFT-SQ
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
We are a team of Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Marriage and Family Therapists and Interns who offer individual, couple and family therapy. We offer a safe, non-judgemental environment where we generate conversations that facilitate new possibilities for you, your relationships and life. We are committed to hearing, supporting and gently but appropriately challenging you. We utilize different approaches (including but not limited to person-centred, emotion-focused, solution focused, narrative, CBT etc.) based on the uniqueness of clients, and their needs and hopes for our work together.
We are a team of Registered Social Workers, Registered Psychotherapists, Registered Marriage and Family Therapists and Interns who offer individual, couple and family therapy. We offer a safe, non-judgemental environment where we generate conversations that facilitate new possibilities for you, your relationships and life. We are committed to hearing, supporting and gently but appropriately challenging you. We utilize different approaches (including but not limited to person-centred, emotion-focused, solution focused, narrative, CBT etc.) based on the uniqueness of clients, and their needs and hopes for our work together.
(647) 952-2025 x00 View (647) 952-2025 x00
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Margareta Adriana Vanderheyden
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCC, CHyp, MA, BA
Verified Verified
Strathroy, ON N7G
Having worked within many diverse settings, my areas of expertise include marriage and family issues, health care issues, mental health, relationships, loss, grief, bereavement, workplace issues, spirituality, personal growth and clinical hypnotherapy.
As a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Canadian Counsellor, I have worked with individuals, couples, and families since 1993. My work employs cognitive behavioral and mindfulness therapy. I believe that we have an immense power to change our lives, and to overcome life's greatest challenges if we are self aware. Using an integrated model of therapeutic intervention which focuses on your strengths, we work together to increase your self awareness, help you identify options and choices so that you can work differently with the issue you face. Through self understanding and education, you become more resourceful in responding to life's challenges.
Having worked within many diverse settings, my areas of expertise include marriage and family issues, health care issues, mental health, relationships, loss, grief, bereavement, workplace issues, spirituality, personal growth and clinical hypnotherapy.
As a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Canadian Counsellor, I have worked with individuals, couples, and families since 1993. My work employs cognitive behavioral and mindfulness therapy. I believe that we have an immense power to change our lives, and to overcome life's greatest challenges if we are self aware. Using an integrated model of therapeutic intervention which focuses on your strengths, we work together to increase your self awareness, help you identify options and choices so that you can work differently with the issue you face. Through self understanding and education, you become more resourceful in responding to life's challenges.
(226) 407-6083 View (226) 407-6083
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Joanna L Cox
Marriage & Family Therapist, MNLP, MTLT, MCHt
Verified Verified
Collingwood, ON L9Y
Schedule an Appointment online: http://www.joannacox.ca Individual, Marriage & Divorce Counselling. Together, we work to identify your challenges & goals and work towards relieving symptoms from Depression, Anxiety, Marital Issues, or anything else emotional that's holding you back from emotional peace and success in your life. If you're looking for a more positive approach, try my empowerment breakthrough or private weekend retreat (one couple or person per weekend) and gain the "tools" to take with you for life. Clinical Hypnotherapy and 1-on-1 Anger Management.
Schedule an Appointment online: http://www.joannacox.ca Individual, Marriage & Divorce Counselling. Together, we work to identify your challenges & goals and work towards relieving symptoms from Depression, Anxiety, Marital Issues, or anything else emotional that's holding you back from emotional peace and success in your life. If you're looking for a more positive approach, try my empowerment breakthrough or private weekend retreat (one couple or person per weekend) and gain the "tools" to take with you for life. Clinical Hypnotherapy and 1-on-1 Anger Management.
(844) 402-1309 View (844) 402-1309
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Diane M Cassidy
Registered Psychotherapist, RN, BA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Whitby, ON L1N  (Online Only)
Namaste! I provide individual, relationship and marriage counselling, in a nonjudgmental, relaxed environment. Over the last 35 years I have worked with individuals and couples guiding, teaching and helping them by using an eclectic approach, and a variety of different types of modalities depending on the particular needs of my clients. I also provide family mediation and relationship counselling for couples who have split. I am a sex therapist, working with all couples and individuals. I specialize in many areas, as I believe all issues are connected, so to treat problems in isolation is unrealistic and can be short lived.
Namaste! I provide individual, relationship and marriage counselling, in a nonjudgmental, relaxed environment. Over the last 35 years I have worked with individuals and couples guiding, teaching and helping them by using an eclectic approach, and a variety of different types of modalities depending on the particular needs of my clients. I also provide family mediation and relationship counselling for couples who have split. I am a sex therapist, working with all couples and individuals. I specialize in many areas, as I believe all issues are connected, so to treat problems in isolation is unrealistic and can be short lived.
(844) 331-0249 View (844) 331-0249
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Green Life Counseling
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MMFT, RMFT, RP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Richmond Hill, ON L4E
Hello from Green Life Counseling! We're a compassionate team of registered social workers, psychotherapists, and marriage and family therapists here in Ontario. As qualified members of OASW, CAMFT, and CRPO, we're dedicated to offering professional support to your needs.
Hello from Green Life Counseling! We're a compassionate team of registered social workers, psychotherapists, and marriage and family therapists here in Ontario. As qualified members of OASW, CAMFT, and CRPO, we're dedicated to offering professional support to your needs.
(647) 930-0143 View (647) 930-0143

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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.