Couples Counselling Therapists in Regina, SK

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Joshua Tree Learning Centre
Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4S
Our team of psychologists, social workers, and professional counsellors offer counselling, eagala (therapy with horses), art therapy, psycho-educational assessment, tutoring, and yoga for all ages, families and couples.
The Joshua Tree Learning Centre is a community hub of hope and encouragement that combines therapy, education and a whole lot of heart to empower people with disabilities and mental health needs - and the families who love them. We believe every child, person, and family has the potential to thrive. It's our job and our joy to nurture that potential with you.
Our team of psychologists, social workers, and professional counsellors offer counselling, eagala (therapy with horses), art therapy, psycho-educational assessment, tutoring, and yoga for all ages, families and couples.
The Joshua Tree Learning Centre is a community hub of hope and encouragement that combines therapy, education and a whole lot of heart to empower people with disabilities and mental health needs - and the families who love them. We believe every child, person, and family has the potential to thrive. It's our job and our joy to nurture that potential with you.
(306) 994-7355 View (306) 994-7355
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Calyne Skolney
Registered Social Worker, BSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4R
Working and learning alongside clients is a privilege and I continue to strive to provide a compassionate, comfortable, non judgmental and welcoming space for individuals, families and couples.
I enjoy working with couples, families and individuals who are ready to process trauma, moved past their conditioned selves and gain further consciousness in order to live a more abundant and peaceful existence. Being part of Fellow Travellers Healing Collective I align with the approach we as a collective have regarding mental wellbeing. We strive to address mental health through an integrative lens, and seek to bring awareness to psychological, emotional, physical, creative, spiritual, intellectual and social needs that facilitate growth, healing and wholeness.
Working and learning alongside clients is a privilege and I continue to strive to provide a compassionate, comfortable, non judgmental and welcoming space for individuals, families and couples.
I enjoy working with couples, families and individuals who are ready to process trauma, moved past their conditioned selves and gain further consciousness in order to live a more abundant and peaceful existence. Being part of Fellow Travellers Healing Collective I align with the approach we as a collective have regarding mental wellbeing. We strive to address mental health through an integrative lens, and seek to bring awareness to psychological, emotional, physical, creative, spiritual, intellectual and social needs that facilitate growth, healing and wholeness.
(639) 388-8390 View (639) 388-8390
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Janec Therapy & Consulting
Registered Social Worker, MSW, MBA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4T  (Online Only)
I specialize in empowering individuals overcome challenges associated with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and stress. Embarking on a healing path requires courage, and I am honoured to join you on your transformative journey. My counselling approach is person-centered and evidence-based. I offer a range of evidence-based therapeutic practices to meet your unique needs. I am trained in the Gottman approach for couples, EMDR, Emotional Therapy (EFT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I specialize in empowering individuals overcome challenges associated with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and stress. Embarking on a healing path requires courage, and I am honoured to join you on your transformative journey. My counselling approach is person-centered and evidence-based. I offer a range of evidence-based therapeutic practices to meet your unique needs. I am trained in the Gottman approach for couples, EMDR, Emotional Therapy (EFT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
(306) 400-5469 View (306) 400-5469
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Ashley Forrester
Counsellor, MA, BMusEd, CCC
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4V  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Ashley and I am currently accepting new clients. I am a non-judgmental, kind, patient, empathetic, compassionate and understanding counsellor who works with adolescents and adults. I provide counselling services to individuals and couples in areas including anxiety, panic disorders, stress, low self esteem, depression, suicidality, self harm, life transition difficulties, gender and sexual identities, abuse recovery, infidelity, sex addiction, communication difficulties and other relational struggles.
Hello, my name is Ashley and I am currently accepting new clients. I am a non-judgmental, kind, patient, empathetic, compassionate and understanding counsellor who works with adolescents and adults. I provide counselling services to individuals and couples in areas including anxiety, panic disorders, stress, low self esteem, depression, suicidality, self harm, life transition difficulties, gender and sexual identities, abuse recovery, infidelity, sex addiction, communication difficulties and other relational struggles.
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Twin Flame Counselling and Wellness (Ian)
Counsellor, RPC-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Regina, SK S4R
“I… need… help…” can be three of the hardest words to say, and It's no secret that life throws a seemingly endless supply of challenges at us until we are so overwhelmed that, before we know it, we endure hardships navigating our relationship with ourselves and those that we care for and love.
“I… need… help…” can be three of the hardest words to say, and It's no secret that life throws a seemingly endless supply of challenges at us until we are so overwhelmed that, before we know it, we endure hardships navigating our relationship with ourselves and those that we care for and love.
(306) 801-2504 View (306) 801-2504
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Cody MacSorley
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Regina, SK S4V
This can look like finding more successful ways to talk through difficult subjects with your partner or rekindle the friendship and romance that you're missing.
I strive to create a therapeutic environment focused on collaboration, respect, safety, and trust. It is a big step to share your story with a counsellor and I honour that by ensuring the appointments are non-judgmental, fun, client-led, and focused on building upon the strengths and resilience that each client already possesses. Adults, teens, and children always do their best when they can but we can often find ourselves in patterns that may not be meeting our current needs. Through counselling, we can acknowledge our needs and discover new language, tools, and patterns to meet these needs in more functional ways.
This can look like finding more successful ways to talk through difficult subjects with your partner or rekindle the friendship and romance that you're missing.
I strive to create a therapeutic environment focused on collaboration, respect, safety, and trust. It is a big step to share your story with a counsellor and I honour that by ensuring the appointments are non-judgmental, fun, client-led, and focused on building upon the strengths and resilience that each client already possesses. Adults, teens, and children always do their best when they can but we can often find ourselves in patterns that may not be meeting our current needs. Through counselling, we can acknowledge our needs and discover new language, tools, and patterns to meet these needs in more functional ways.
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April Yat Ching Law
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Regina, SK S4V  (Online Only)
For marital and couples concerns, I completed my Gottman level 1 training and can offer pre-marital counselling.
My focus is working with individuals who may be experiencing various stresses like anxiety, low mood; or perhaps difficulties managing emotions, and feeling reactive in interpersonal circumstances. With a background working with moderate to severe concerns of children & youth, I can support parents in identifying the concerns of their child, and support them in learning how to connect and attune to their children's needs. I also work with couples who are looking to strengthen their relationship and prepare for transitions like parenthood. Lastly, I enjoy integrating my Christian faith background into the practice as clients see fit.
For marital and couples concerns, I completed my Gottman level 1 training and can offer pre-marital counselling.
My focus is working with individuals who may be experiencing various stresses like anxiety, low mood; or perhaps difficulties managing emotions, and feeling reactive in interpersonal circumstances. With a background working with moderate to severe concerns of children & youth, I can support parents in identifying the concerns of their child, and support them in learning how to connect and attune to their children's needs. I also work with couples who are looking to strengthen their relationship and prepare for transitions like parenthood. Lastly, I enjoy integrating my Christian faith background into the practice as clients see fit.
(306) 994-2795 View (306) 994-2795
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Gabriela Pitariu
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4S
Waitlist for new clients
I am offering psychological services for individuals ( adolescents and adults), couples/families and third parties (employers and insurers). Issues addressed in therapy include: stress at work or home, anxiety, depression, relationships problems, self-esteem, coping with difficult life, and parenting. Approaches to therapy include Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused- CBT, Eye Movement Integration (EMI) , Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic, Brief Solution Focused, and Relationship Counseling (family therapy intervention based on Narrative, Intergenerational and Structural-Strategic Models).
I am offering psychological services for individuals ( adolescents and adults), couples/families and third parties (employers and insurers). Issues addressed in therapy include: stress at work or home, anxiety, depression, relationships problems, self-esteem, coping with difficult life, and parenting. Approaches to therapy include Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused- CBT, Eye Movement Integration (EMI) , Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic, Brief Solution Focused, and Relationship Counseling (family therapy intervention based on Narrative, Intergenerational and Structural-Strategic Models).
(866) 898-2024 View (866) 898-2024
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Cristina Dumitrescu
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Regina, SK S4P
I use the mindfulness approach to help clients cope with anxiety, stress, depression, anger, relationship issues, chronic illness, pain, or coping with a challenge in their life.
I use a mindfulness approach in counselling, and I encourage my clients to live more in the present moment because this is the only one we can act on, and change. I approach therapy from the perspective of the wholeness of the person,being aware of the body, mind and spirit connection. I encourage clients to reflect on their emotional well being because it affects their physical well being. We reflect on what their body needs in order to heal, and then to write their own prescription to healing.
I use the mindfulness approach to help clients cope with anxiety, stress, depression, anger, relationship issues, chronic illness, pain, or coping with a challenge in their life.
I use a mindfulness approach in counselling, and I encourage my clients to live more in the present moment because this is the only one we can act on, and change. I approach therapy from the perspective of the wholeness of the person,being aware of the body, mind and spirit connection. I encourage clients to reflect on their emotional well being because it affects their physical well being. We reflect on what their body needs in order to heal, and then to write their own prescription to healing.
(306) 500-0528 View (306) 500-0528
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Dr. Bobbi Stadnyk R D Psych
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4P
Creating a strong therapeutic relationship that promotes trust & respect between you and me during our sessions & that leads to beneficial change in your life is a priority.
Everyone experiences challenges, stress or change at some point in their lives. Effective counselling is a collaborative process where we will work together to help you create a better understanding of your unique experiences & identify goals that will promote self-improvement and increase your quality of life. Learning new coping skills while developing insight, and self-awareness are valuable outcomes of therapy. Together, we will look at how your thoughts, behaviours and feelings impact the way you see yourself, others and the world so that you can experience lasting improvements in mood, well-being and every day functioning.
Creating a strong therapeutic relationship that promotes trust & respect between you and me during our sessions & that leads to beneficial change in your life is a priority.
Everyone experiences challenges, stress or change at some point in their lives. Effective counselling is a collaborative process where we will work together to help you create a better understanding of your unique experiences & identify goals that will promote self-improvement and increase your quality of life. Learning new coping skills while developing insight, and self-awareness are valuable outcomes of therapy. Together, we will look at how your thoughts, behaviours and feelings impact the way you see yourself, others and the world so that you can experience lasting improvements in mood, well-being and every day functioning.
(306) 994-6267 View (306) 994-6267
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Keli Brown Clinical Counsellor-Therapist-Psychotherapist
Counsellor, RPC, RTC, BA Pych
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Regina, SK S4R
Waitlist for new clients
It's hard to navigate through life with feelings of anxiety & depression, relationship issues, the inability to set proper boundaries with others, or struggling with low-self worth. Our life experiences can have an effect on us in unexpected ways. The feelings of sadness, anxiousness, overwhelm, distress or being stuck can seem to have a life of their own, causing us to feel helpless, frustrated or confused. I want you to know that you're not alone & there are ways through counselling to help support you in finding your way again. My goal is to help clients get to the root of their struggles and to develop a healthy sense of self.
It's hard to navigate through life with feelings of anxiety & depression, relationship issues, the inability to set proper boundaries with others, or struggling with low-self worth. Our life experiences can have an effect on us in unexpected ways. The feelings of sadness, anxiousness, overwhelm, distress or being stuck can seem to have a life of their own, causing us to feel helpless, frustrated or confused. I want you to know that you're not alone & there are ways through counselling to help support you in finding your way again. My goal is to help clients get to the root of their struggles and to develop a healthy sense of self.
(306) 994-8119 View (306) 994-8119
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Pivot Marriage and Family Therapy
Counsellor, MA, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Regina, SK S4T
Specializing in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) I work with couples and families, looking to restore communication and connection with each other.
Relationships are difficult. I work on building communication to help each partner feel seen, heard and understood. We often find ourselves in cycles or patterns of interacting with each other. Learning about these patterns can help us find new ways to bring closer to our partner. Increasing communication, connection and intimacy.
Specializing in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) I work with couples and families, looking to restore communication and connection with each other.
Relationships are difficult. I work on building communication to help each partner feel seen, heard and understood. We often find ourselves in cycles or patterns of interacting with each other. Learning about these patterns can help us find new ways to bring closer to our partner. Increasing communication, connection and intimacy.
(306) 992-1005 View (306) 992-1005
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Tricia Cuddington
Counsellor, RPC-C
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4R
With a person-centered approach at the core of my practice, I believe in the importance of building a trusting and empathetic relationship with each person I work with.
As a Clinical Counsellor, I specialize in a variety of therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of each individual or couple I work with. I work within an integrative model with a person centred approach, meeting my clients where they’re at. My expertise spans across several modalities including Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed care.
With a person-centered approach at the core of my practice, I believe in the importance of building a trusting and empathetic relationship with each person I work with.
As a Clinical Counsellor, I specialize in a variety of therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of each individual or couple I work with. I work within an integrative model with a person centred approach, meeting my clients where they’re at. My expertise spans across several modalities including Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and trauma-informed care.
(855) 898-7036 View (855) 898-7036
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Stephan Bouwer
Counsellor, MTh
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4R
I work with individuals and couples.
I am a clinical counsellor with over 30 years of experience. I was trained in clinical pastorate through the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa and gained experience in the fields of personal counselling, marriage counselling, sex therapy, family therapy, grief and loss therapy. My training and experience were established in a variety of settings. I was involved as a counsellor in the Military and Pastoral/Congregational settings, doing marriage and family system therapy. I am also well experienced in working with challenges relating to stress, anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, self esteem and past abuse recovery.
I work with individuals and couples.
I am a clinical counsellor with over 30 years of experience. I was trained in clinical pastorate through the University of Stellenbosch, South Africa and gained experience in the fields of personal counselling, marriage counselling, sex therapy, family therapy, grief and loss therapy. My training and experience were established in a variety of settings. I was involved as a counsellor in the Military and Pastoral/Congregational settings, doing marriage and family system therapy. I am also well experienced in working with challenges relating to stress, anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, self esteem and past abuse recovery.
(306) 779-1275 View (306) 779-1275
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Jonathon Renwick-Genesis Therapies
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, RSW, MEd, (Psych)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Regina, SK S4P
Waitlist for new clients
Living with mental health issues such as addictions, anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, relationship challenges, or ADHD can be incredibly taxing on the mind, body, and soul. You may have exhausted yourself trying multiple techniques, strategies, and tools with little relief. Imagine how your life would feel if you had a sense of peace, flow, ease, and happiness. There is a reason that all of the trying and striving hasn’t worked. The root of many mental health challenges is unresolved pain and trauma from past or present adverse experiences.
Living with mental health issues such as addictions, anxiety, depression, anger, PTSD, relationship challenges, or ADHD can be incredibly taxing on the mind, body, and soul. You may have exhausted yourself trying multiple techniques, strategies, and tools with little relief. Imagine how your life would feel if you had a sense of peace, flow, ease, and happiness. There is a reason that all of the trying and striving hasn’t worked. The root of many mental health challenges is unresolved pain and trauma from past or present adverse experiences.
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Daniel Schellenberg
Psychologist, PsyD, C Psych, MFT
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4S  (Online Only)
I work with adults and couples experiencing: anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, addiction, and grief/loss.
Everyone encounters pain and suffering throughout life, and figuring out how to process and channel that emotion is at the heart of my work. Having worked closely with Indigenous populations in Manitoba, California and the Great Lakes region, I use both culture and background to inform treatment. Every person is unique and your specific needs will determine our approach, all within a safe, secure and non-judgmental environment. To that end, I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is based on acceptance and empathy and is essential to client change.
I work with adults and couples experiencing: anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, addiction, and grief/loss.
Everyone encounters pain and suffering throughout life, and figuring out how to process and channel that emotion is at the heart of my work. Having worked closely with Indigenous populations in Manitoba, California and the Great Lakes region, I use both culture and background to inform treatment. Every person is unique and your specific needs will determine our approach, all within a safe, secure and non-judgmental environment. To that end, I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is based on acceptance and empathy and is essential to client change.
(877) 751-5925 View (877) 751-5925
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Aleisha Martin (Psychotherapy For You Saskatchewan)
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4R  (Online Only)
I offer services to individuals and couples with availability during evenings and weekends.
Taking the step to seek psychotherapy can be a challenging one; I am here to support you through your life journey and help you discover your best self. I have experience providing care in areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, sex positivity, navigating relationships, emotional regulation, coping skills, as well as working with 2SLGBTQ+ community members and parents of 2SLGBTQ+ children. I use evidence-based treatments to help achieve real changes in daily life.
I offer services to individuals and couples with availability during evenings and weekends.
Taking the step to seek psychotherapy can be a challenging one; I am here to support you through your life journey and help you discover your best self. I have experience providing care in areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, sex positivity, navigating relationships, emotional regulation, coping skills, as well as working with 2SLGBTQ+ community members and parents of 2SLGBTQ+ children. I use evidence-based treatments to help achieve real changes in daily life.
(306) 517-2679 View (306) 517-2679
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Jacqueline Barbara Anderson
Registered Social Worker, BA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4P
Waitlist for new clients
Health issues; grief, LGBT issues (parent) ; issues unique to those of Indigenous descent (parent and spouse) ; child of a parent with Alzheimer's, and being the parent of a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder have all helped to shape my unique therapeutic approach.
I am a warm and genuine Registered Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. I have been in private practice for 11 years in BC and Regina. I am originally from NFLD and Labrador and have lived in Regina for 5 years. I work with many First Nations Clients and have helped many others in the areas of; trauma, addictions, anxiety, depression , among others. I draw heavily on the strengths-based perspective and believe that a strong rapport between client and counselor is the biggest determinant of success. Building an atmosphere of trust where one can open up without judgment is something I strive to provide for every person.
Health issues; grief, LGBT issues (parent) ; issues unique to those of Indigenous descent (parent and spouse) ; child of a parent with Alzheimer's, and being the parent of a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder have all helped to shape my unique therapeutic approach.
I am a warm and genuine Registered Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. I have been in private practice for 11 years in BC and Regina. I am originally from NFLD and Labrador and have lived in Regina for 5 years. I work with many First Nations Clients and have helped many others in the areas of; trauma, addictions, anxiety, depression , among others. I draw heavily on the strengths-based perspective and believe that a strong rapport between client and counselor is the biggest determinant of success. Building an atmosphere of trust where one can open up without judgment is something I strive to provide for every person.
(306) 518-7341 View (306) 518-7341
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Stefan Endsin
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
Regina, SK S4P
I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based interventions. I offer online and in-person counselling sessions where you can openly express and navigate through your thoughts with empathy, compassion, and expertise towards improved mental health. Drawing from a repertoire of evidence-based approaches, I tailor our sessions to meet your unique goals. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, relationships, stress management, self-esteem, and self-compassion.
I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based interventions. I offer online and in-person counselling sessions where you can openly express and navigate through your thoughts with empathy, compassion, and expertise towards improved mental health. Drawing from a repertoire of evidence-based approaches, I tailor our sessions to meet your unique goals. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, relationships, stress management, self-esteem, and self-compassion.
(306) 900-6719 View (306) 900-6719
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Caitlin Rebecca Sisson
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Regina, SK S4V
Caitlin is most interested in working with children, families, couples, and both children and adults who have experienced trauma. Caitlin has received her Level 1 Theraplay Certificate, is trained to complete Developmental ASQ and DSP assessments for children 0-7 years old, and is currently completing Gottman’s Level 1 and 2 Training for working with couples,
Caitlin is most interested in working with children, families, couples, and both children and adults who have experienced trauma. Caitlin has received her Level 1 Theraplay Certificate, is trained to complete Developmental ASQ and DSP assessments for children 0-7 years old, and is currently completing Gottman’s Level 1 and 2 Training for working with couples,
(833) 283-6606 View (833) 283-6606
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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.