Couples Counseling Therapists in Opelika, AL
Karl Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
Now you find yourself in a relationship with difficulty and conflict at every step.
You want to feel like you have a sense of direction again. Imagine feeling that love and connection again, with that same excitement you once had. I want to support both of you in maneuvering the journey ahead, helping you find the tools and skills to improve communication patterns and conflict resolution and regain a sense of togetherness.
Now you find yourself in a relationship with difficulty and conflict at every step.
You want to feel like you have a sense of direction again. Imagine feeling that love and connection again, with that same excitement you once had. I want to support both of you in maneuvering the journey ahead, helping you find the tools and skills to improve communication patterns and conflict resolution and regain a sense of togetherness.
Dr. Amber Richardson
Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal clients are women and couples.
I also specialize in helping couples truly understand each other beyond just words. I teach foundational communication skills—like active listening, interpreting intent, and recognizing the emotions behind what’s being said. My goal is to help you break unhealthy patterns and build a deeper, more connected relationship.
My ideal clients are women and couples.
I also specialize in helping couples truly understand each other beyond just words. I teach foundational communication skills—like active listening, interpreting intent, and recognizing the emotions behind what’s being said. My goal is to help you break unhealthy patterns and build a deeper, more connected relationship.
With more than two decades of seasoned experience as a Military Chaplain and Professional Coach, I offer a guiding hand to individuals and couples navigating life's complexities.
I believe in transparency and authenticity, and I often help individuals from a non-faith perspective. However, as a Christian coach, I can help you discover who you are and who God is calling you to be. Regardless, we'll start by looking at your worldview and what big assumptions might be keeping you from achieving your full potential.
With more than two decades of seasoned experience as a Military Chaplain and Professional Coach, I offer a guiding hand to individuals and couples navigating life's complexities.
I believe in transparency and authenticity, and I often help individuals from a non-faith perspective. However, as a Christian coach, I can help you discover who you are and who God is calling you to be. Regardless, we'll start by looking at your worldview and what big assumptions might be keeping you from achieving your full potential.
Archie Schnuelle
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MPA, MAC, EMDR, CSAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
I have worked with individuals, couples, families, groups, adults, and adolescents.
I've worked with a wide variety of people with issues like trauma, addiction, anger management, relational, family, anxiety, depression and PTSD. I realized the unique and difficult needs of first responders and military personnel and am grateful for the opportunity to assist them. New Marriage Prep Course for engaged, newlyweds, & considering commitment.
I have worked with individuals, couples, families, groups, adults, and adolescents.
I've worked with a wide variety of people with issues like trauma, addiction, anger management, relational, family, anxiety, depression and PTSD. I realized the unique and difficult needs of first responders and military personnel and am grateful for the opportunity to assist them. New Marriage Prep Course for engaged, newlyweds, & considering commitment.
I work with individuals, couples and families seeking relief from anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, grief, identity issues, and other life stressors.
While there are many reasons someone may seek therapy, I aim to create a safe space where everyone can freely explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences without fear of judgment. Through personalized and compassionate therapy, we can uncover your strengths and resources to enhance your emotional well-being and overall mental health.
I work with individuals, couples and families seeking relief from anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, grief, identity issues, and other life stressors.
While there are many reasons someone may seek therapy, I aim to create a safe space where everyone can freely explore their emotions, thoughts, and experiences without fear of judgment. Through personalized and compassionate therapy, we can uncover your strengths and resources to enhance your emotional well-being and overall mental health.
Henegar Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC-S, NCC, ACGCIII, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
Life provides us with many challenges that can lead to feeling overwhelmed or unsure of our ability to successfully cope. When we are faced with these challenges, either from depression, adjusting to life transitions or changes in our moods or behaviors, it takes courage for us to make the decision to ask for help through counseling.
Life provides us with many challenges that can lead to feeling overwhelmed or unsure of our ability to successfully cope. When we are faced with these challenges, either from depression, adjusting to life transitions or changes in our moods or behaviors, it takes courage for us to make the decision to ask for help through counseling.
With couples, I use the Gottman method and focus not only on developing healthy communication but also on creating greater intimacy and the emotional connection needed for relationships to thrive.
I want to commend you for being brave and taking an important step towards living a healthier life. There's some good news and some bad news. The bad news is that suffering is not always avoidable, as you probably already know. The good news is that we can find healing and learn to suffer well. People walk through life with unhealthy behaviors, emotional injuries, unproductive beliefs, and other burdens that they shouldn’t have to carry and don’t really need to carry. Using evidence based practices, like EMDR and DBT, I help people heal trauma, find relief from past wounds, have a more fulfilling present, and a more hopeful future.
With couples, I use the Gottman method and focus not only on developing healthy communication but also on creating greater intimacy and the emotional connection needed for relationships to thrive.
I want to commend you for being brave and taking an important step towards living a healthier life. There's some good news and some bad news. The bad news is that suffering is not always avoidable, as you probably already know. The good news is that we can find healing and learn to suffer well. People walk through life with unhealthy behaviors, emotional injuries, unproductive beliefs, and other burdens that they shouldn’t have to carry and don’t really need to carry. Using evidence based practices, like EMDR and DBT, I help people heal trauma, find relief from past wounds, have a more fulfilling present, and a more hopeful future.
I help individuals and couples work through anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and feeling stuck.
You show up for everyone else—but inside, you’re exhausted, anxious, and disconnected. Maybe you’re smiling on the outside, but struggling to get out of bed, feeling stuck in old pain, or overwhelmed by pressure to keep it all together. You long to feel like you again. My ideal client is ready to stop just going through the motions and start healing. Together, we’ll create space for you to be seen, understood, and supported—so you can show up fully for yourself and build a life that feels real and fulfilling.
I help individuals and couples work through anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and feeling stuck.
You show up for everyone else—but inside, you’re exhausted, anxious, and disconnected. Maybe you’re smiling on the outside, but struggling to get out of bed, feeling stuck in old pain, or overwhelmed by pressure to keep it all together. You long to feel like you again. My ideal client is ready to stop just going through the motions and start healing. Together, we’ll create space for you to be seen, understood, and supported—so you can show up fully for yourself and build a life that feels real and fulfilling.
Charles 'Chad' Manuel Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
For 23 years I have been working with Adults, Adolescents and Couples.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Practice, ACT, and other Evidenced-based research practices are the focus of my approach. Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Adjustment problems, Grief, and couples therapy are common presentations. A welcoming and validating environment is created to begin the process of healing, creating goals, and establishing Hope.
For 23 years I have been working with Adults, Adolescents and Couples.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Practice, ACT, and other Evidenced-based research practices are the focus of my approach. Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Adjustment problems, Grief, and couples therapy are common presentations. A welcoming and validating environment is created to begin the process of healing, creating goals, and establishing Hope.
Mary Hoben-Achieve Wellness Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
I work with individuals who have been challenged with Anxiety disorders, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anger Management Issues, Relationship Problems, Chronic Illness, Grief and Loss and Stress Management.
My approach to providing therapy is to focus on you, your challenges, your perseverance, your strengths and your goals. Your treatment plan will focus on your individual needs. I will provide a safe and supportive space to express your emotions and work through difficult experiences.
I work with individuals who have been challenged with Anxiety disorders, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anger Management Issues, Relationship Problems, Chronic Illness, Grief and Loss and Stress Management.
My approach to providing therapy is to focus on you, your challenges, your perseverance, your strengths and your goals. Your treatment plan will focus on your individual needs. I will provide a safe and supportive space to express your emotions and work through difficult experiences.
For more than 25 years Dr, Rubio has counseled adults, adolescents, couples, and families.
Dr. Rubio offers comprehensive psychological testing services including the assessment of ADHD and competency evaluations. Drawing from a range of modalities including stress and pain management, and mindfulness, his treatment approach integrates both cognitive-behavioral techniques and psychodynamic theory.
For more than 25 years Dr, Rubio has counseled adults, adolescents, couples, and families.
Dr. Rubio offers comprehensive psychological testing services including the assessment of ADHD and competency evaluations. Drawing from a range of modalities including stress and pain management, and mindfulness, his treatment approach integrates both cognitive-behavioral techniques and psychodynamic theory.
Meet Our Couples Counseling Therapists
Aimee Whisler - Pura Vida Family Therapy, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Opelika, AL 36801
At Pura Vida Family Therapy, I help individuals, couples, and families navigate internal struggles, relationship challenges, and growing pains.
Using evidence-based therapy, faith integration & a holistic approach, I create a safe, compassionate space for healing & growth. I'm deepening my understanding of neuroscience to enhance therapy by integrating brain-based insights into treatment. This helps me tailor interventions for anxiety, depression, trauma & relationships, improving client outcomes.
At Pura Vida Family Therapy, I help individuals, couples, and families navigate internal struggles, relationship challenges, and growing pains.
Using evidence-based therapy, faith integration & a holistic approach, I create a safe, compassionate space for healing & growth. I'm deepening my understanding of neuroscience to enhance therapy by integrating brain-based insights into treatment. This helps me tailor interventions for anxiety, depression, trauma & relationships, improving client outcomes.
I provide talk therapy for individuals and couples as well as administer microcurrent neurofeedback that leads to symptom relief and improved wellness.
I believe it is my purpose to serve others and facilitate them finding their own purpose in order that they become a change agent of positive solutions for themselves and others.
I provide talk therapy for individuals and couples as well as administer microcurrent neurofeedback that leads to symptom relief and improved wellness.
I believe it is my purpose to serve others and facilitate them finding their own purpose in order that they become a change agent of positive solutions for themselves and others.
I also work with couples.
Sometimes we all need support when life's challenges become overwhelming or difficult to manage alone. Working with a therapist can help you address difficult feelings, relationships or whatever else you may be facing. We will walk together through your concerns with compassion, intentionality and often even a little laughter. My goal is to get you feeling better as quickly as possible.
I also work with couples.
Sometimes we all need support when life's challenges become overwhelming or difficult to manage alone. Working with a therapist can help you address difficult feelings, relationships or whatever else you may be facing. We will walk together through your concerns with compassion, intentionality and often even a little laughter. My goal is to get you feeling better as quickly as possible.
Whether you are experiencing relationship issues, finding it hard to adjust in life, or have self-esteem issues, I am available!
My education has taught me to meet my clients where they are. It's your world, and I am here to assist as much as you need me to! In a non-judgmental and confidential atmosphere, your progression is a priority! Working together, we will identify the issues and/or triggers you may be experiencing and how to overcome, work through, and move forward from those stumbling blocks. With a listening ear, I will be there to support and encourage you as necessary. I will also attempt to push you to your fullest potential. Though it may be challenging at times, you can rest assured that I will be along with you on your journey of growth!
Whether you are experiencing relationship issues, finding it hard to adjust in life, or have self-esteem issues, I am available!
My education has taught me to meet my clients where they are. It's your world, and I am here to assist as much as you need me to! In a non-judgmental and confidential atmosphere, your progression is a priority! Working together, we will identify the issues and/or triggers you may be experiencing and how to overcome, work through, and move forward from those stumbling blocks. With a listening ear, I will be there to support and encourage you as necessary. I will also attempt to push you to your fullest potential. Though it may be challenging at times, you can rest assured that I will be along with you on your journey of growth!
A Quiet Place Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
We serve clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, eating disorders, negative body image, trauma/PTSD, self-esteem issues, substance use disorders, grief & loss, relationship distress, perinatal mental health, difficult life transitions, and more.
At AQPC, counseling isn't just a "job" for us, it's what we feel called to do. We are committed to providing compassionate, wholehearted mental healthcare and wellness services to our clients, both in-person and online. Our providers are skilled at helping people develop new ways to cope, explore underlying core issues that are keeping you stuck, and overcome barriers to living the life you want to live. We applaud the positive step you're taking in seeking support. We know it's not always easy to do, which is why we do our best to create a welcoming and safe therapeutic experience for every client.
We serve clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, eating disorders, negative body image, trauma/PTSD, self-esteem issues, substance use disorders, grief & loss, relationship distress, perinatal mental health, difficult life transitions, and more.
At AQPC, counseling isn't just a "job" for us, it's what we feel called to do. We are committed to providing compassionate, wholehearted mental healthcare and wellness services to our clients, both in-person and online. Our providers are skilled at helping people develop new ways to cope, explore underlying core issues that are keeping you stuck, and overcome barriers to living the life you want to live. We applaud the positive step you're taking in seeking support. We know it's not always easy to do, which is why we do our best to create a welcoming and safe therapeutic experience for every client.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles?
I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and substance abuse. Through a personalized, compassionate approach, I offer evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to help you manage emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and build a fulfilling life.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles?
I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and substance abuse. Through a personalized, compassionate approach, I offer evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to help you manage emotions, develop healthy coping skills, and build a fulfilling life.
I also provide family and couples therapy.
I provide research based therapeutic interventions. The treatment approach is dependent on the presenting problem; however, I typically work from a cognitive behavioral/interpersonal modality. I believe that our perspective, the way we view ourselves and the world, influences how we interact with our own thoughts as well as how we engage with others.
I also provide family and couples therapy.
I provide research based therapeutic interventions. The treatment approach is dependent on the presenting problem; however, I typically work from a cognitive behavioral/interpersonal modality. I believe that our perspective, the way we view ourselves and the world, influences how we interact with our own thoughts as well as how we engage with others.
I work with children of all ages, parents, adults, and offer individual, family, or couples counseling.
I provide support for clients in making progress on their life goals, whether it's stopping negative thinking, or improving relationships, or dealing with other obstacles to well-being. My passion in counseling is to see clients grow by moving towards healthier ways of coping with stress and other life challenges. I have over 15 years of experience working with school-aged children and adults, dealing with a wide range of issues such as motivational difficulties, social adjustment, negative self-image, assertiveness, positive parenting, grief and loss, obsessive thinking, and self-hurtful behavior.
I work with children of all ages, parents, adults, and offer individual, family, or couples counseling.
I provide support for clients in making progress on their life goals, whether it's stopping negative thinking, or improving relationships, or dealing with other obstacles to well-being. My passion in counseling is to see clients grow by moving towards healthier ways of coping with stress and other life challenges. I have over 15 years of experience working with school-aged children and adults, dealing with a wide range of issues such as motivational difficulties, social adjustment, negative self-image, assertiveness, positive parenting, grief and loss, obsessive thinking, and self-hurtful behavior.
Auburn University Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Whether you’re dating someone or have been married for 50 years, every relationship has its ups and downs.
Whatever the state of your relationship, you know that you want it to get better. You’re ready for your relationship to feel the way it used to feel, back before life got stressful or distance and cruelty crept into your relationship. You’re willing to do whatever it takes to make things work with the person you love most. It's time to try professional help.
Whether you’re dating someone or have been married for 50 years, every relationship has its ups and downs.
Whatever the state of your relationship, you know that you want it to get better. You’re ready for your relationship to feel the way it used to feel, back before life got stressful or distance and cruelty crept into your relationship. You’re willing to do whatever it takes to make things work with the person you love most. It's time to try professional help.
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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.