Marriage Counseling Therapists in Phoenix, AZ
As a Christian Relational Therapist, I help women navigate this exact tension — combining biblical wisdom, brain-based tools, and practical relational skills to:
Reconnect with God and your own emotional truth
Set boundaries without guilt
Heal patterns of fear and people-pleasing
Create safer, deeper connection in marriage and beyond
Our Christian faith teaches us love, sacrifice, and service — all beautiful and necessary things. But many women internalize these messages in ways that lead them to silence their own needs, override their intuition, and over-function in relationships that leave them emotionally starved. This might look like avoiding conflict to "keep the peace", becoming the emotional manager of the household, feeling unseen or emotionally neglected- but unsure how to express it,
As a Christian Relational Therapist, I help women navigate this exact tension — combining biblical wisdom, brain-based tools, and practical relational skills to:
Reconnect with God and your own emotional truth
Set boundaries without guilt
Heal patterns of fear and people-pleasing
Create safer, deeper connection in marriage and beyond
Our Christian faith teaches us love, sacrifice, and service — all beautiful and necessary things. But many women internalize these messages in ways that lead them to silence their own needs, override their intuition, and over-function in relationships that leave them emotionally starved. This might look like avoiding conflict to "keep the peace", becoming the emotional manager of the household, feeling unseen or emotionally neglected- but unsure how to express it,
For couples and families, it is my goal to help you communicate effectively, love more openly, increase vulnerability, and set healthy boundaries in your relationship.
I am a queer, culturally informed, feminist therapist seeking to help you uncover your true and authentic self through the use of Contemplative, Parts integration, and Existential therapies. I also have completed trainings in the Gottman Method and work from this perspective in my couples work. Always feel free to ask me about these methods!
For couples and families, it is my goal to help you communicate effectively, love more openly, increase vulnerability, and set healthy boundaries in your relationship.
I am a queer, culturally informed, feminist therapist seeking to help you uncover your true and authentic self through the use of Contemplative, Parts integration, and Existential therapies. I also have completed trainings in the Gottman Method and work from this perspective in my couples work. Always feel free to ask me about these methods!
Are you wanting to stop the cycle of getting involved in unhealthy relationships? I can help work through that and increase your self-esteem. Are you tired of setting goals and waiting for the motivation to spark within you? I can help ignite that fire for you. Are you feeling alone and scared to take that next step, but know that you need to? I can walk with you, at your pace, to achieve the goals you want. I enjoy working together to help you become the best version of you possible.
Are you wanting to stop the cycle of getting involved in unhealthy relationships? I can help work through that and increase your self-esteem. Are you tired of setting goals and waiting for the motivation to spark within you? I can help ignite that fire for you. Are you feeling alone and scared to take that next step, but know that you need to? I can walk with you, at your pace, to achieve the goals you want. I enjoy working together to help you become the best version of you possible.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Arizona with a strengths-based, integrative approach to psychotherapy. I have worked as a mental and behavioral health therapist for the past five years. I have experience with LGBTQIA+ clients, serious mental illness (SMI), trauma, personality disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, and suicidal ideation/self-harm. Let’s meet to discuss how we might work together to help you overcome current challenges, find the path to accomplishing your goals, and thrive!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Arizona with a strengths-based, integrative approach to psychotherapy. I have worked as a mental and behavioral health therapist for the past five years. I have experience with LGBTQIA+ clients, serious mental illness (SMI), trauma, personality disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, and suicidal ideation/self-harm. Let’s meet to discuss how we might work together to help you overcome current challenges, find the path to accomplishing your goals, and thrive!
Or a couple on the brink of calling it quits because of financial stress.
I have been supporting individuals just like you for over 12 years. I am committed to helping people learn how to live their! My practice focuses on targeting anythin that stands in your way of functioning as your best self. I believe in taking a holistic and collaborative approach. This means we work together, as a team to improve your whole life-not just your mental or emotional health. I am a seeker, so I am ALWAYS looking for new ways through research, evidence-based practices, and new educational opportunities to be of service to those looking for support. The face of someone who looks for support looks like mine
Or a couple on the brink of calling it quits because of financial stress.
I have been supporting individuals just like you for over 12 years. I am committed to helping people learn how to live their! My practice focuses on targeting anythin that stands in your way of functioning as your best self. I believe in taking a holistic and collaborative approach. This means we work together, as a team to improve your whole life-not just your mental or emotional health. I am a seeker, so I am ALWAYS looking for new ways through research, evidence-based practices, and new educational opportunities to be of service to those looking for support. The face of someone who looks for support looks like mine
If you are struggling with day to day issues and use alcohol, drugs or other unhealthy ways to cope with stress or emotions, I understand. I have lived experienced. I can walk with you on your journey to transform your life. I have learned to change my own life with the assistance of different therapies and can offer you the same.
If you are struggling with day to day issues and use alcohol, drugs or other unhealthy ways to cope with stress or emotions, I understand. I have lived experienced. I can walk with you on your journey to transform your life. I have learned to change my own life with the assistance of different therapies and can offer you the same.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals (including children, adolescents, and teens), couples, and families.
Here are some specific ways that I can help my clients: Identify and challenge negative thoughts and beliefs. Develop coping mechanisms for stress, anxiety, and depression. Improve communication and relationship skills. Set and achieve goals. Build self-esteem and confidence. Increase resilience and well-being.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals (including children, adolescents, and teens), couples, and families.
Here are some specific ways that I can help my clients: Identify and challenge negative thoughts and beliefs. Develop coping mechanisms for stress, anxiety, and depression. Improve communication and relationship skills. Set and achieve goals. Build self-esteem and confidence. Increase resilience and well-being.
I received my undergraduate degree from Stanford University and my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller Seminary.
I have advanced training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, a trauma-sensitive model that seeks to help people heal from trauma and attachment injury. It facilitates releasing trauma that is held in the body and allows people to access additional pathways to healing by understanding how their body responds to stress and physical/emotional pain.
I received my undergraduate degree from Stanford University and my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller Seminary.
I have advanced training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, a trauma-sensitive model that seeks to help people heal from trauma and attachment injury. It facilitates releasing trauma that is held in the body and allows people to access additional pathways to healing by understanding how their body responds to stress and physical/emotional pain.
Maybe you and your partner keep having the same fight, or you’re tired of the old stories from your past holding too much power over your present.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and young kids navigating tough emotions and relationship patterns. I'm trained in EMDR, and I often blend CBT and IFS to help clients heal deeply while building insight and compassion for themselves. I’ve worked with a wide range of people, and my approach reflects a deep respect for each person’s story.
Maybe you and your partner keep having the same fight, or you’re tired of the old stories from your past holding too much power over your present.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and young kids navigating tough emotions and relationship patterns. I'm trained in EMDR, and I often blend CBT and IFS to help clients heal deeply while building insight and compassion for themselves. I’ve worked with a wide range of people, and my approach reflects a deep respect for each person’s story.
Women's mental health and couples counseling are also areas that are an important part of my practice.
I'm a nurse/psychotherapist with over 45 years professional experience working with families, adults, and children. As a therapist I feel prepared to be your emotional advocate, and to assist you with the challenges you are facing. Building trust in the therapeutic relationship in a non-judgmental, respectful environment is essential. I believe every client situation is unique. I combine an eclectic theoretical approach with professional experience in order to assess, set goals, and implement a treatment plan that is specific to your needs.
Women's mental health and couples counseling are also areas that are an important part of my practice.
I'm a nurse/psychotherapist with over 45 years professional experience working with families, adults, and children. As a therapist I feel prepared to be your emotional advocate, and to assist you with the challenges you are facing. Building trust in the therapeutic relationship in a non-judgmental, respectful environment is essential. I believe every client situation is unique. I combine an eclectic theoretical approach with professional experience in order to assess, set goals, and implement a treatment plan that is specific to your needs.
Maybe coming to therapy is an easy, intuitive next step for you. You know and trust yourself to find just the right counselor. You know what you need from therapy to support your relationships, career/life satisfaction, self-care needs, or trauma recovery. I trust your inner wisdom and can’t wait to collaborate with you. Or, maybe you’re more tentative about this whole “therapy” thing. Life may have taught you that trust is precious–that reaching out for support could be dangerous. You may have even gotten the message not to believe in or advocate for yourself. Well, this might be a surprise: I also trust *your* inner wisdom.
Maybe coming to therapy is an easy, intuitive next step for you. You know and trust yourself to find just the right counselor. You know what you need from therapy to support your relationships, career/life satisfaction, self-care needs, or trauma recovery. I trust your inner wisdom and can’t wait to collaborate with you. Or, maybe you’re more tentative about this whole “therapy” thing. Life may have taught you that trust is precious–that reaching out for support could be dangerous. You may have even gotten the message not to believe in or advocate for yourself. Well, this might be a surprise: I also trust *your* inner wisdom.
My ideal client is a man, woman, or couple who is looking for a safe place to heal.
I can assist with depression, couples therapy, addiction issues, relationship issues, men's issues, and trauma.
My ideal client is a man, woman, or couple who is looking for a safe place to heal.
I can assist with depression, couples therapy, addiction issues, relationship issues, men's issues, and trauma.
I am a couples/relationship specialist with special training in OCD, anxiety and trauma.
Finally, the ‘how.’ How can we move through emotions successfully and develop tools to build the relationships and life you want?
Here are some of the tools I use: Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), EMDR, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, Existential, Art, and Nature therapies. For my clients managing OCD, I use ERP.
I am a couples/relationship specialist with special training in OCD, anxiety and trauma.
Finally, the ‘how.’ How can we move through emotions successfully and develop tools to build the relationships and life you want?
Here are some of the tools I use: Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), EMDR, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, Existential, Art, and Nature therapies. For my clients managing OCD, I use ERP.
Ron Paterik, MA, LISAC is a therapist specializing in individual, couples, children, and adolescent counseling and maintains a private practice in Phoenix, Arizona.
Ron earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religious Studies at Grand Canyon University and a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Denver Seminary. He has worked in an organizational setting as a department head, served as Director of a non-profit counseling agency, and as an entrepreneur owning a private counseling practice.
Ron Paterik, MA, LISAC is a therapist specializing in individual, couples, children, and adolescent counseling and maintains a private practice in Phoenix, Arizona.
Ron earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Religious Studies at Grand Canyon University and a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Denver Seminary. He has worked in an organizational setting as a department head, served as Director of a non-profit counseling agency, and as an entrepreneur owning a private counseling practice.
I work with adults, families, and couples to address concerns such as grief, past trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, life-transitions, relationship issues and caregiver fatigue.
When an individual comes to me for psychotherapy/counseling, I recognize that seeking help is an often difficult first step. I consider it an honor to work with each client and provide a safe environment that enables growth, healing, insight, and hope for the future.
I work with adults, families, and couples to address concerns such as grief, past trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, life-transitions, relationship issues and caregiver fatigue.
When an individual comes to me for psychotherapy/counseling, I recognize that seeking help is an often difficult first step. I consider it an honor to work with each client and provide a safe environment that enables growth, healing, insight, and hope for the future.
Maybe you feel disconnected with your partner, caught in the same stuck conversation, or unsure how to say what you really need.
I help couples slow conflict, see the pattern between them, and practice safer ways to reach for each other. With individuals, we sort out what is happening inside, name the stuck places, and build new responses that last. Sessions are calm and practical, online across Arizona. Start with a free 15 minute phone consult.
Maybe you feel disconnected with your partner, caught in the same stuck conversation, or unsure how to say what you really need.
I help couples slow conflict, see the pattern between them, and practice safer ways to reach for each other. With individuals, we sort out what is happening inside, name the stuck places, and build new responses that last. Sessions are calm and practical, online across Arizona. Start with a free 15 minute phone consult.
Everyone deserves the opportunity to feel heard, understood and supported in order to make the changes they want in their lives. Everyone deserves to be living the life they want. I provide my clients with a variety of therapeutic techniques and tools necessary to get to the life they envision and want. My goal as a therapist is to help all clients see that they are strong, resilient, and can achieve their goals in order to start living the life they want and deserve. I look forward to working with you during your journey. As a client centered, solution focused, therapist, I create an environment of hope and empowerment for my clien
Everyone deserves the opportunity to feel heard, understood and supported in order to make the changes they want in their lives. Everyone deserves to be living the life they want. I provide my clients with a variety of therapeutic techniques and tools necessary to get to the life they envision and want. My goal as a therapist is to help all clients see that they are strong, resilient, and can achieve their goals in order to start living the life they want and deserve. I look forward to working with you during your journey. As a client centered, solution focused, therapist, I create an environment of hope and empowerment for my clien
Jennifer Woodson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing since 2010. She has a Master’s degree in Social Work and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Jennifer provides individual, group, and family therapy to those struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma. Jennifer specializes in working with high-risk youth to adults using multiple modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance-Commitment Therapy and many more. Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys reading, spending time and playing games with her family, and traveling.
Jennifer Woodson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing since 2010. She has a Master’s degree in Social Work and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Jennifer provides individual, group, and family therapy to those struggling with depression, anxiety, and trauma. Jennifer specializes in working with high-risk youth to adults using multiple modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance-Commitment Therapy and many more. Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys reading, spending time and playing games with her family, and traveling.
Therapy for Couples/ Marriage, Relationships, & High Achievers - You’ve achieved a lot, and parts of life are awesome.
To be there for others, you need to take care of yourself and your relationships. This is a place for you to talk to someone outside your social circle who knows how to help. This is not old-fashioned therapy. It's open-minded, inclusive, and focused on healthy relationships - with self and others.
Therapy for Couples/ Marriage, Relationships, & High Achievers - You’ve achieved a lot, and parts of life are awesome.
To be there for others, you need to take care of yourself and your relationships. This is a place for you to talk to someone outside your social circle who knows how to help. This is not old-fashioned therapy. It's open-minded, inclusive, and focused on healthy relationships - with self and others.
My work focuses on embodiment, nervous system awareness, and the integration of emotional and energetic experiences in a grounded, practical way. I support individuals who are moving through grief, life transitions, identity shifts, or periods of increased sensitivity and awareness, and who want to remain stable, present, and self-connected throughout that process.
I take a body-based approach, helping clients notice and respond to physiological cues, emotional patterns, and energetic boundaries as they arise. Rather than emphasizing catharsis or rapid change, my work prioritizes regulation, containment, and sustainable integration
My work focuses on embodiment, nervous system awareness, and the integration of emotional and energetic experiences in a grounded, practical way. I support individuals who are moving through grief, life transitions, identity shifts, or periods of increased sensitivity and awareness, and who want to remain stable, present, and self-connected throughout that process.
I take a body-based approach, helping clients notice and respond to physiological cues, emotional patterns, and energetic boundaries as they arise. Rather than emphasizing catharsis or rapid change, my work prioritizes regulation, containment, and sustainable integration
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
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.