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Alice M. Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSW, MSSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently fully booked so not taking new clients. I will post an update here when I am able to accept new clients. I work with couples, families, individuals, children, teens, and groups who are struggling with communication, family relationships, couple's relationships, infidelity, grief and loss, divorce, family violence, sexual abuse, and sexual assault. Most people struggle in relationships with others at some point in their lives; this is part of being human. We can benefit from talking things through.
I am currently fully booked so not taking new clients. I will post an update here when I am able to accept new clients. I work with couples, families, individuals, children, teens, and groups who are struggling with communication, family relationships, couple's relationships, infidelity, grief and loss, divorce, family violence, sexual abuse, and sexual assault. Most people struggle in relationships with others at some point in their lives; this is part of being human. We can benefit from talking things through.
(678) 647-9228 View (678) 647-9228
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Allyn St. Lifer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, M Ed, CPCC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062  (Online Only)
Being a clinical social worker for more than 30 years as well as a Life, Health and Well-Being Coach, I have a great deal of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. My specialties include:anxiety, depression, relationship issues, divorce, life stresses, codependency, loss and grief, disordered eating, trauma, and addiction.By taking a positive, supportive, and compassionate approach, I provide a safe, nurturing environment in which women and men can heal old wounds, recognize and change old patterns, and identify and transform negative beliefs about themselves in order to create the life they desire most.
Being a clinical social worker for more than 30 years as well as a Life, Health and Well-Being Coach, I have a great deal of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. My specialties include:anxiety, depression, relationship issues, divorce, life stresses, codependency, loss and grief, disordered eating, trauma, and addiction.By taking a positive, supportive, and compassionate approach, I provide a safe, nurturing environment in which women and men can heal old wounds, recognize and change old patterns, and identify and transform negative beliefs about themselves in order to create the life they desire most.
(678) 925-3516 View (678) 925-3516
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Sonya Snow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
I have an extensive background in working with grief/loss, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Life is filled with choices. Sometimes it appears as though the choices actually resemble a cyclic journey full of stress, hurt, pain, fear, anger and frustration. My goal is to meet clients right where they are in their journey! My approach is to maintain an open, supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere that empowers clients to unveil the source and navigate their journey towards change. I desire to be the voice that speaks a reminder to clients, just as Carl Jung once stated: "I am not what has happened to me. I am what I choose to become."
I have an extensive background in working with grief/loss, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Life is filled with choices. Sometimes it appears as though the choices actually resemble a cyclic journey full of stress, hurt, pain, fear, anger and frustration. My goal is to meet clients right where they are in their journey! My approach is to maintain an open, supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere that empowers clients to unveil the source and navigate their journey towards change. I desire to be the voice that speaks a reminder to clients, just as Carl Jung once stated: "I am not what has happened to me. I am what I choose to become."
(404) 609-1692 View (404) 609-1692
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Keir Brady
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
You are seeking a therapist because you want to make your life and relationships better. You may feel discouraged and feel helpless as to how to improve things. The good news is that individual or couples therapy can help. Through therapy, I can help you free yourself from stress and struggle. Together we can work to heal your pain, create the relationships that you want, improve your self-esteem, and build a more fulfilling life. I can help you develop more compassion for your pain and be kinder to yourself so you can feel more hopeful about your life and relationships.
You are seeking a therapist because you want to make your life and relationships better. You may feel discouraged and feel helpless as to how to improve things. The good news is that individual or couples therapy can help. Through therapy, I can help you free yourself from stress and struggle. Together we can work to heal your pain, create the relationships that you want, improve your self-esteem, and build a more fulfilling life. I can help you develop more compassion for your pain and be kinder to yourself so you can feel more hopeful about your life and relationships.
(404) 341-4163 View (404) 341-4163
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Kim L. Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
You can do this. I have faith in you and I offer a safe, non-judgmental place to heal. My experience includes working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction and loss. I enjoy helping teens, adults and families navigate life's stressors. A positive environment that promotes insight and empowerment is the foundation of my practice. The nature of therapy requires a strong alliance which I strive to create with my clients. I also offer Domestic Violence group counseling and Alcohol and Drug evaluations and referrals for recovery sites.
You can do this. I have faith in you and I offer a safe, non-judgmental place to heal. My experience includes working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction and loss. I enjoy helping teens, adults and families navigate life's stressors. A positive environment that promotes insight and empowerment is the foundation of my practice. The nature of therapy requires a strong alliance which I strive to create with my clients. I also offer Domestic Violence group counseling and Alcohol and Drug evaluations and referrals for recovery sites.
(770) 285-5164 View (770) 285-5164
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Jackie Lilly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062  (Online Only)
She works with traditional and non-traditional couples to improve their relationships.
Jackie Ryanczak Lilly is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Georgia, and received her Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Wake Forest University. She spent the last three years doing community mental health in Cherokee County. Her goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, caring and empathetic environment for her clients, so they can learn the skills necessary to help themselves get to a better place in their lives. Through her experience she has treated teens, adults and families with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, and co-occurring disorders.
She works with traditional and non-traditional couples to improve their relationships.
Jackie Ryanczak Lilly is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Georgia, and received her Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Wake Forest University. She spent the last three years doing community mental health in Cherokee County. Her goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, caring and empathetic environment for her clients, so they can learn the skills necessary to help themselves get to a better place in their lives. Through her experience she has treated teens, adults and families with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, and co-occurring disorders.
(404) 649-0811 View (404) 649-0811
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Melora L Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
I firmly believe that in every relationship we can find our path back to emotional connection, no matter how complex or strained the relationship may seem.
You are struggling to find connection in the relationships that matter to you most. Your marriage, your family, even yourself. The desire for connection continues to leads to pain, conflict, and discontentment. you are ready to make a change. I'm here to help you create the loving, secure, and deeply connected relationship you've always dreamed of. As a Relationship Therapist with a passion for Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), I'm here to guide you through the complexities of relationships and connection. If you're looking to improve your relationships and build a stronger emotional bond, you're in the right place.
I firmly believe that in every relationship we can find our path back to emotional connection, no matter how complex or strained the relationship may seem.
You are struggling to find connection in the relationships that matter to you most. Your marriage, your family, even yourself. The desire for connection continues to leads to pain, conflict, and discontentment. you are ready to make a change. I'm here to help you create the loving, secure, and deeply connected relationship you've always dreamed of. As a Relationship Therapist with a passion for Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), I'm here to guide you through the complexities of relationships and connection. If you're looking to improve your relationships and build a stronger emotional bond, you're in the right place.
(470) 431-1176 View (470) 431-1176
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Alan Behrman & Associates, PC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
Our expertise lies in the areas of anxiety disorders, parenting issues, teens/adolescents, eating disorders, alcohol/drug abuse/use, couples counseling, family counseling, divorce counseling, life coaching and general life issues, sport psychology, Borderline Personality Disorder, and psychological testing.
While active listening is an important skill for a therapist, listening can only go so far. All of the therapists here believe that what sets us apart from many other therapists is the fact we actually help you help yourself make the necessary changes in your life by giving you techniques, tools, skills, and guidance to achieve your goals. You'll almost always walk out of a session with a new technique or two that you can go home and start using immediately. All eight of our therapists are highly trained, personable, and ready to give you the stills and techniques you need.
Our expertise lies in the areas of anxiety disorders, parenting issues, teens/adolescents, eating disorders, alcohol/drug abuse/use, couples counseling, family counseling, divorce counseling, life coaching and general life issues, sport psychology, Borderline Personality Disorder, and psychological testing.
While active listening is an important skill for a therapist, listening can only go so far. All of the therapists here believe that what sets us apart from many other therapists is the fact we actually help you help yourself make the necessary changes in your life by giving you techniques, tools, skills, and guidance to achieve your goals. You'll almost always walk out of a session with a new technique or two that you can go home and start using immediately. All eight of our therapists are highly trained, personable, and ready to give you the stills and techniques you need.
(678) 245-6028 View (678) 245-6028
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Mental Health Evaluations
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062  (Online Only)
I am available to provide individual, couples, or family therapy using a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs.
My ideal client lives in Georgia or South Carolina and needs a mental health evaluation, psychological evaluation, immigration evaluation, brief therapy, or brief life coaching. My client may need an assessment for court due to legal charges, for divorce litigation, or for administrative immigration proceedings. I provide evaluations and life coaching via private pay. For my therapy clients, I accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oscar Health, Oxford insurances. All services are provided via telehealth.
I am available to provide individual, couples, or family therapy using a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs.
My ideal client lives in Georgia or South Carolina and needs a mental health evaluation, psychological evaluation, immigration evaluation, brief therapy, or brief life coaching. My client may need an assessment for court due to legal charges, for divorce litigation, or for administrative immigration proceedings. I provide evaluations and life coaching via private pay. For my therapy clients, I accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oscar Health, Oxford insurances. All services are provided via telehealth.
(678) 786-2382 View (678) 786-2382
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Bonnie Hartley-Selvey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and a Certified Sex Therapist.I work with adult individuals, couples and groups. My major specialty areas are depression, anxiety,, relationship issues, divorce, self-esteem, sexuality and major life passages. With over 30 years of clinical experience, my approach is eclectic and integrative, with a psychodynamic orientation.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and a Certified Sex Therapist.I work with adult individuals, couples and groups. My major specialty areas are depression, anxiety,, relationship issues, divorce, self-esteem, sexuality and major life passages. With over 30 years of clinical experience, my approach is eclectic and integrative, with a psychodynamic orientation.
(678) 658-0928 View (678) 658-0928
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Sam Hartman
Counselor, MS, APC
Not Verified Not Verified
4 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
Maybe you are overwhelmed, perhaps you are trying to navigate a romantic relationship or parenting, or maybe you are struggling to handle your emotions and don’t know what to do. Maybe you want to stop using substances and aren't sure what that looks like. Whatever the difficulty, as your therapist, its my pleasure to come alongside and help navigate difficult times that life brings. The decision to attend therapy takes tremendous courage and I strive to create an open place for you to share your vulnerabilities, work towards lasting change, and feel understood and validated.
Maybe you are overwhelmed, perhaps you are trying to navigate a romantic relationship or parenting, or maybe you are struggling to handle your emotions and don’t know what to do. Maybe you want to stop using substances and aren't sure what that looks like. Whatever the difficulty, as your therapist, its my pleasure to come alongside and help navigate difficult times that life brings. The decision to attend therapy takes tremendous courage and I strive to create an open place for you to share your vulnerabilities, work towards lasting change, and feel understood and validated.
(678) 616-2742 View (678) 616-2742
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Matthew C Driggers
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CSAT-C
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
As a commissioned pastor and a licensed counselor my professional mission in life is to help couples and families reconnect.
Whatever has brought you to this site, my heart goes out to you. Communication problems, infidelity, loss of family member, balancing the demands of work and home, conflicts in blended families, childhood trauma, or substance abuse can wear your family and relationship thin. I want to help you find hope and a plan for moving forward. You are not alone. By looking through this site you are taking a courageous step toward finding help. Well done.
As a commissioned pastor and a licensed counselor my professional mission in life is to help couples and families reconnect.
Whatever has brought you to this site, my heart goes out to you. Communication problems, infidelity, loss of family member, balancing the demands of work and home, conflicts in blended families, childhood trauma, or substance abuse can wear your family and relationship thin. I want to help you find hope and a plan for moving forward. You are not alone. By looking through this site you are taking a courageous step toward finding help. Well done.
(678) 944-8285 View (678) 944-8285
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Counseling Services of Atlanta
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MS, LPC, BCBA
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) touches many issues and brings clarity to people trying to overcome personal struggles and relationship challenges.
If you need to be heard and validated for your emotions and your dreams about life, I will listen and respond to you. I have provided pastoral care to troubled church members and to troubled youth in group homes and in jail cell blocks for more that ten years. I work with families and children who's lives revolve around the issues of one or more family members struggles with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have provided group experiences for traumatized and delinquent youth. If I can help, I will help.
Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) touches many issues and brings clarity to people trying to overcome personal struggles and relationship challenges.
If you need to be heard and validated for your emotions and your dreams about life, I will listen and respond to you. I have provided pastoral care to troubled church members and to troubled youth in group homes and in jail cell blocks for more that ten years. I work with families and children who's lives revolve around the issues of one or more family members struggles with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have provided group experiences for traumatized and delinquent youth. If I can help, I will help.
(678) 643-9806 View (678) 643-9806
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Jalinia Logan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCATP, LPN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
For the past 12 years, I enjoyed working with people seeking supportive services such as counseling and mental health referrals. While working with people in therapy, I utilize a strengths-based approach. I believe in meeting people where they are and providing educational as well as open social support with mental health needs. My goal is to help people express their thoughts/feelings and develop healthy coping mechanisms along with giving support. I work with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and adults in counseling. I have a specialty in treating anxiety as a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP).
For the past 12 years, I enjoyed working with people seeking supportive services such as counseling and mental health referrals. While working with people in therapy, I utilize a strengths-based approach. I believe in meeting people where they are and providing educational as well as open social support with mental health needs. My goal is to help people express their thoughts/feelings and develop healthy coping mechanisms along with giving support. I work with individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and adults in counseling. I have a specialty in treating anxiety as a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP).
(708) 719-4081 View (708) 719-4081
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Full Blossom Behavioral Health Consultants, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
We serve individuals, couples, and families struggling with everyday life challenges and those who are struggling with life long mental illness.
Life can come at you pretty fast and knock you down pretty hard, leaving you feeling helpless, hopeless, afraid, and anxious. We all can lose our footing and confidence in who we are. People often just need someone with an open, non-judgmental ear, to listen to, understand, and guide them to better choices that will lead to a better family, work, and personal life. Others may require deeper more intensive therapeutic approaches due to chronic exposure to trauma.
We serve individuals, couples, and families struggling with everyday life challenges and those who are struggling with life long mental illness.
Life can come at you pretty fast and knock you down pretty hard, leaving you feeling helpless, hopeless, afraid, and anxious. We all can lose our footing and confidence in who we are. People often just need someone with an open, non-judgmental ear, to listen to, understand, and guide them to better choices that will lead to a better family, work, and personal life. Others may require deeper more intensive therapeutic approaches due to chronic exposure to trauma.
(404) 238-7938 View (404) 238-7938
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Danielle Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, EdS
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
Hi, I'm Danielle! I know it feels hard right now. Everything is so overwhelming and it seems like you might feel this way forever. Don't worry, you won't! You are already on the right track to finding balance and happiness in your life again. I see adults who are seeking support as they navigate life's many hurdles. I work with overwhelmed teens as they launch into young adulthood. And I help couples who are struggling to find connection. I also have a special passion for helping survivors of narcissistic abuse find their voice and inner strength again. There are so many reasons to seek therapy and each one is valid. Help is here!
Hi, I'm Danielle! I know it feels hard right now. Everything is so overwhelming and it seems like you might feel this way forever. Don't worry, you won't! You are already on the right track to finding balance and happiness in your life again. I see adults who are seeking support as they navigate life's many hurdles. I work with overwhelmed teens as they launch into young adulthood. And I help couples who are struggling to find connection. I also have a special passion for helping survivors of narcissistic abuse find their voice and inner strength again. There are so many reasons to seek therapy and each one is valid. Help is here!
(404) 666-8578 View (404) 666-8578
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Peggy Marateck
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
I have years of experience counseling adolescents, couples, families and adults.
I am a Nationally Licensed Professional Counselor with over ten years experience working with adolescents and adults. My ability to provide a safe environment for individuals, families and couples enables patients to gain confidence and feelings of connectedness in the most comfortable, caring, goal-oriented and confidential atmosphere possible. My therapeutic style includes empathy, compassion, support and humor.
I have years of experience counseling adolescents, couples, families and adults.
I am a Nationally Licensed Professional Counselor with over ten years experience working with adolescents and adults. My ability to provide a safe environment for individuals, families and couples enables patients to gain confidence and feelings of connectedness in the most comfortable, caring, goal-oriented and confidential atmosphere possible. My therapeutic style includes empathy, compassion, support and humor.
(404) 405-5569 View (404) 405-5569
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Zenith Seixas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
I am experienced in working with adults, couples/partners and the LGBTQ+ community.
My intention in working with you is to increase your independence so that you can live a comfortable  and happy life. When working with you , I will consider multiple factors such as thought patterns, spirituality, body and mind. I began studying psychology in 1996 and obtained my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Kennesaw State University (summa cum laude) and Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Georgia State University
I am experienced in working with adults, couples/partners and the LGBTQ+ community.
My intention in working with you is to increase your independence so that you can live a comfortable  and happy life. When working with you , I will consider multiple factors such as thought patterns, spirituality, body and mind. I began studying psychology in 1996 and obtained my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Kennesaw State University (summa cum laude) and Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Georgia State University
(678) 392-3814 View (678) 392-3814
The Marriage Point
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
Your marriage is the most important relationship in your life. When your marriage is strong, the impact on your family life and your legacy can be transformative. We provide in-person and virtual therapeutic care via counseling sessions and groups for you and your spouse, your family, and yourself individually. Our goal is to help each individual and each couple experience the marital relationship the way it was intended to be: secure, intimate, and passionate. What sets us apart is our specialization in the marital relationship. Each of our clinicians and counselors have post graduate training in areas related to marital wellness.
Your marriage is the most important relationship in your life. When your marriage is strong, the impact on your family life and your legacy can be transformative. We provide in-person and virtual therapeutic care via counseling sessions and groups for you and your spouse, your family, and yourself individually. Our goal is to help each individual and each couple experience the marital relationship the way it was intended to be: secure, intimate, and passionate. What sets us apart is our specialization in the marital relationship. Each of our clinicians and counselors have post graduate training in areas related to marital wellness.
(770) 637-7586 View (770) 637-7586
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Chris Kangas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062  (Online Only)
Over the past 30 years, I have served a diverse group of youth, adults, couples and families facing a wide variety of issues.
Anxiety, depression, adversity and trauma can have a profound impact on our lives and in our relationships. If you are suffering alone, or not sure what to do, please believe there is hope for things to change. If you are considering counseling, it begins with a free phone consultation to get a sense of how comfortable you may be with the therapist before deciding to begin the intake process. When ready, we will begin a collaborative process to gain a deeper understanding of your concerns, the dynamics involved and your vision of change, while learning and practicing new ways of navigating life's challenges.
Over the past 30 years, I have served a diverse group of youth, adults, couples and families facing a wide variety of issues.
Anxiety, depression, adversity and trauma can have a profound impact on our lives and in our relationships. If you are suffering alone, or not sure what to do, please believe there is hope for things to change. If you are considering counseling, it begins with a free phone consultation to get a sense of how comfortable you may be with the therapist before deciding to begin the intake process. When ready, we will begin a collaborative process to gain a deeper understanding of your concerns, the dynamics involved and your vision of change, while learning and practicing new ways of navigating life's challenges.
(470) 928-5888 View (470) 928-5888
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.