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Christopher Santini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Miami, FL 33144
My specialties include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and bereavement, with populations including Individual, child/adolescent, couples counseling, and marital/family conflict, as well as unique training and insight into issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community.
My name is Christopher Santini and I am an LCSW in the state of Florida. As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with culturally, economically, and ethnically diverse individuals, families, couples, and groups from all walks of life. I have practiced domestically and internationally including, NYC, California, and most recently in Dublin, Ireland. I have found using teletherapy to be very convenient for clients with challenging schedules. Taking the step to enter into therapy can be a difficult but rewarding one.
My specialties include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and bereavement, with populations including Individual, child/adolescent, couples counseling, and marital/family conflict, as well as unique training and insight into issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community.
My name is Christopher Santini and I am an LCSW in the state of Florida. As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with culturally, economically, and ethnically diverse individuals, families, couples, and groups from all walks of life. I have practiced domestically and internationally including, NYC, California, and most recently in Dublin, Ireland. I have found using teletherapy to be very convenient for clients with challenging schedules. Taking the step to enter into therapy can be a difficult but rewarding one.
(786) 882-6042 View (786) 882-6042
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Gabriel Dominguez-Pereira
Psychologist, PhD, LMHC, CAADC, CTP
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33144
Bilingual(English/Spanish) licensed psychologist with a PhD in clinical psychology, and more than 28 years of experience providing psychological evaluations and psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. Active member of the American Psychological Association, and the American Psychology-Law Society.
Bilingual(English/Spanish) licensed psychologist with a PhD in clinical psychology, and more than 28 years of experience providing psychological evaluations and psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and families. Active member of the American Psychological Association, and the American Psychology-Law Society.
(305) 570-4624 View (305) 570-4624
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Luis Hines and Associates
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33144
Dr. Luis Hines treats teenagers, adults, relationships, couples, and marriages. Dr. Hines best suits issues related to marriage, relationships, empowering clients, and Christian counseling. Dr. Hines also sees Bariatric evaluations.
Dr. Luis Hines treats teenagers, adults, relationships, couples, and marriages. Dr. Hines best suits issues related to marriage, relationships, empowering clients, and Christian counseling. Dr. Hines also sees Bariatric evaluations.
(305) 570-4648 View (305) 570-4648
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Carter T. Wiggins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33144
Carter Wiggins & Associate PA (CWA) has been providing psychotherapeutic services to the South Florida community in a spirit of excellence for over 2 1/2 decades. Our personal services are designed to empower the individual to regain control. CWA remains constantly aware and respectful of the importance of providing culturally sensitive, customized, confidential services. Our caring staff is comprised of qualified and experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing the highest level of ethical service to our clients.
Carter Wiggins & Associate PA (CWA) has been providing psychotherapeutic services to the South Florida community in a spirit of excellence for over 2 1/2 decades. Our personal services are designed to empower the individual to regain control. CWA remains constantly aware and respectful of the importance of providing culturally sensitive, customized, confidential services. Our caring staff is comprised of qualified and experienced professionals who are dedicated to providing the highest level of ethical service to our clients.
(786) 380-4599 View (786) 380-4599
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Wilson Bezerra Flanders
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33144  (Online Only)
My ideal client would be someone is interested to improve his/her thinking, emotional state and general functioning. My ideal client would also be someone who is open and motivated for change and to become the best version him/herself them/themselves.
My ideal client would be someone is interested to improve his/her thinking, emotional state and general functioning. My ideal client would also be someone who is open and motivated for change and to become the best version him/herself them/themselves.
(415) 965-0931 View (415) 965-0931
Couples Counseling Therapists

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.