Couples Counseling Therapists in 85248

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Maura Tapia
Licensed Associate Counselor, MC, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248  (Online Only)
I’m Maura Tapia, and I’m a licensed counselor providing counseling services to individuals and couples in Chandler, AZ. I utilize several types of therapy, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), EMDR, and others in order to meet the needs of my clients. I offer online therapy and counseling sessions in Chandler, AZ.
I’m Maura Tapia, and I’m a licensed counselor providing counseling services to individuals and couples in Chandler, AZ. I utilize several types of therapy, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), EMDR, and others in order to meet the needs of my clients. I offer online therapy and counseling sessions in Chandler, AZ.
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Devon Hageman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85248
I have extensive experience working with couples, families, children/adolescents, and individuals.
Accepting New Clients - I enjoy working with people who are motivated to change, but just need some direction in how to make those changes a reality. I work best with people who appreciate an action-oriented approach. This means we will collaboratively identify which intermediate steps need to be taken to achieve your overall treatment goals.
I have extensive experience working with couples, families, children/adolescents, and individuals.
Accepting New Clients - I enjoy working with people who are motivated to change, but just need some direction in how to make those changes a reality. I work best with people who appreciate an action-oriented approach. This means we will collaboratively identify which intermediate steps need to be taken to achieve your overall treatment goals.
(480) 351-6468 View (480) 351-6468
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Michele Mulcahy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
I believe people are courageous to face their individual and relationship challenges. People are amazingly resilient and capable of healing, growth and change. I believe my role as a therapist is to collaborate with my clients toward a more desirable future and provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment that nurtures growth and healing. We are all a part of a greater whole and are influenced by others, including our family of origin, current relationships, society and culture; therefore, I approach therapy from an integrative holistic perspective.
I believe people are courageous to face their individual and relationship challenges. People are amazingly resilient and capable of healing, growth and change. I believe my role as a therapist is to collaborate with my clients toward a more desirable future and provide a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment that nurtures growth and healing. We are all a part of a greater whole and are influenced by others, including our family of origin, current relationships, society and culture; therefore, I approach therapy from an integrative holistic perspective.
(480) 531-7882 View (480) 531-7882
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Alexa Mosher
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85248
I have experience working with couples, families, and individuals from a wide array of backgrounds.
Life is a journey made meaningful by our relationships, and at times, those relationships may face challenges that feel insurmountable. My goal is not only to assist in navigating these present challenges but also to provide tools that will instill confidence in your future self to conquer them. As a clinician, I am passionate about working with couples, families, and individuals to foster healthy and thriving relationships. Together, we can break down barriers and build relationships that promote connection, love, and happiness.
I have experience working with couples, families, and individuals from a wide array of backgrounds.
Life is a journey made meaningful by our relationships, and at times, those relationships may face challenges that feel insurmountable. My goal is not only to assist in navigating these present challenges but also to provide tools that will instill confidence in your future self to conquer them. As a clinician, I am passionate about working with couples, families, and individuals to foster healthy and thriving relationships. Together, we can break down barriers and build relationships that promote connection, love, and happiness.
(480) 739-3186 View (480) 739-3186
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Heather Stromley Brosseau
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
A highly skilled, compassionate, empathetic, and solution focused professional dedicated to providing exceptional care and effective treatment to individuals experiencing mental health problems and trauma related conditions. My therapy is an integration of approaches including psychodynamic, interpersonal process, mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy, and cognitive behavioral. I have extensive experience working with individuals suffering from PTSD and trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, personality disorders, parenting issues, self-esteem issues, life transitions, relationship issues, and adjustment, and sexual orientation issues. I provide a calm, safe, and supportive environment to help people heal, and cope with stressful situations in life.
A highly skilled, compassionate, empathetic, and solution focused professional dedicated to providing exceptional care and effective treatment to individuals experiencing mental health problems and trauma related conditions. My therapy is an integration of approaches including psychodynamic, interpersonal process, mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy, and cognitive behavioral. I have extensive experience working with individuals suffering from PTSD and trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, personality disorders, parenting issues, self-esteem issues, life transitions, relationship issues, and adjustment, and sexual orientation issues. I provide a calm, safe, and supportive environment to help people heal, and cope with stressful situations in life.
(480) 470-9335 View (480) 470-9335
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Cheryl Sexton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
Are there things about your family or relationship that you wish were better or different? Depressed? Anxious? Frustrated with your child, your spouse or your parents? I enjoy helping people explore and improve marital/couple, parent-child, and sibling relationships. I specifically enjoy working with parents and their adolescents to decrease negative, antisocial behaviors, and increase functioning in the family overall. I am also interested in helping family members to improve marital/couple relationships related to stress in the home and with their children. Additionally, I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with sexuality-based issues.
Are there things about your family or relationship that you wish were better or different? Depressed? Anxious? Frustrated with your child, your spouse or your parents? I enjoy helping people explore and improve marital/couple, parent-child, and sibling relationships. I specifically enjoy working with parents and their adolescents to decrease negative, antisocial behaviors, and increase functioning in the family overall. I am also interested in helping family members to improve marital/couple relationships related to stress in the home and with their children. Additionally, I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with sexuality-based issues.
(480) 725-3207 View (480) 725-3207
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Cary Gauna
Counselor, MS, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
Are you having difficulty navigating life's challenges and finding a way back to thriving rather than surviving? I can help. My approach comes from empowering people to see the strength and capabilities within themselves. My experience in counseling includes working with adults and couples struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, addiction, codependency, grief and loss, relationship issues, infidelity, narcissistic abuse, sexual abuse, and trauma. My style can be defined as warm, supportive, and positive allowing for a safe and therapeutic environment.
Are you having difficulty navigating life's challenges and finding a way back to thriving rather than surviving? I can help. My approach comes from empowering people to see the strength and capabilities within themselves. My experience in counseling includes working with adults and couples struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, addiction, codependency, grief and loss, relationship issues, infidelity, narcissistic abuse, sexual abuse, and trauma. My style can be defined as warm, supportive, and positive allowing for a safe and therapeutic environment.
(520) 502-2255 View (520) 502-2255
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Emily Burnham
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT, MSMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
Deeply rooted in connection, I prioritize a warm, empathetic, and genuine therapeutic relationship. Together, we can explore the areas where you feel stuck, isolated, or hopeless. I believe you have inherent worth and value, no matter what struggles you are facing. You have the power and ability to overcome personal and relational challenges. Sometimes we all need a little guidance to get there. For additional help and support, check out my YouTube Channel where I offer content for children and adults to improve relationships and learn coping skills: Elevate With Emily.
Deeply rooted in connection, I prioritize a warm, empathetic, and genuine therapeutic relationship. Together, we can explore the areas where you feel stuck, isolated, or hopeless. I believe you have inherent worth and value, no matter what struggles you are facing. You have the power and ability to overcome personal and relational challenges. Sometimes we all need a little guidance to get there. For additional help and support, check out my YouTube Channel where I offer content for children and adults to improve relationships and learn coping skills: Elevate With Emily.
(480) 908-8416 View (480) 908-8416
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John Jaksich
Counselor, MA, MBA, LAC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85248
I have over 10 years of experience counseling adults, couples, and families in the areas of relationships, trauma, grief, addiction, stress, and general mental health.
I’ve been a counselor and a coach for over a dozen years now and I have learned that to be our best, to truly make positive changes in our lives we need to address the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. Our goal is the full integration of the emotional child, the intellectual adult, the physical body, and the spirit guide (soul). I believe that everyone is capable of, is in fact entitled to, a life of happiness, love, peace, and fulfillment. I utilize an integrative approach that includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), empathetic listening, mindfulness, and spirituality.
I have over 10 years of experience counseling adults, couples, and families in the areas of relationships, trauma, grief, addiction, stress, and general mental health.
I’ve been a counselor and a coach for over a dozen years now and I have learned that to be our best, to truly make positive changes in our lives we need to address the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. Our goal is the full integration of the emotional child, the intellectual adult, the physical body, and the spirit guide (soul). I believe that everyone is capable of, is in fact entitled to, a life of happiness, love, peace, and fulfillment. I utilize an integrative approach that includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), empathetic listening, mindfulness, and spirituality.
(602) 317-3773 View (602) 317-3773
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Meredith Everett
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
Meredith Everett is an Arizona based licensed counselor. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental, and professional environment in which you can heal and grow. My approach is individualized to meet the needs of each client. I practice from a client centered approach, meaning that I use each client’s individual presentation to create a plan, interventions, and goals toward a life of optimum mental health. I provide both Individual and Couples therapy. I utilize a variety of different therapy techniques that include CBT, DBT, Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, and faith-based practices.
Meredith Everett is an Arizona based licensed counselor. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, nonjudgmental, and professional environment in which you can heal and grow. My approach is individualized to meet the needs of each client. I practice from a client centered approach, meaning that I use each client’s individual presentation to create a plan, interventions, and goals toward a life of optimum mental health. I provide both Individual and Couples therapy. I utilize a variety of different therapy techniques that include CBT, DBT, Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, and faith-based practices.
(480) 339-0118 View (480) 339-0118
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Elizabeth Worton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
My areas of specialties are working with adults facing life transitions, chronic pain and illness, and mood disorders to help individuals redefine their sense of self. I also accept working with older teenagers who will be entering adulthood soon, to help support navigating the anxieties around such an important life transition. I also offer couples counseling founded in the Gottman approach to better strengthen relationships and create a deeper understanding between partners.
My areas of specialties are working with adults facing life transitions, chronic pain and illness, and mood disorders to help individuals redefine their sense of self. I also accept working with older teenagers who will be entering adulthood soon, to help support navigating the anxieties around such an important life transition. I also offer couples counseling founded in the Gottman approach to better strengthen relationships and create a deeper understanding between partners.
(480) 719-1183 View (480) 719-1183
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Jasmine Maya
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
I have extensive training in couples counseling, including my Gottman Method level 2 certification.
While relationships can be some of the most wonderful experiences of a persons life, they can also be incredibly challenging. Balancing the needs of yourself and the needs of someone else can feel impossible at times. My goal is to help you have a happier and healthier relationship, one that brings joy and love to your life. Whether its a romantic relationship, a friendship, or the relationship you have with yourself, there are things you can try and do to improve your circumstances.
I have extensive training in couples counseling, including my Gottman Method level 2 certification.
While relationships can be some of the most wonderful experiences of a persons life, they can also be incredibly challenging. Balancing the needs of yourself and the needs of someone else can feel impossible at times. My goal is to help you have a happier and healthier relationship, one that brings joy and love to your life. Whether its a romantic relationship, a friendship, or the relationship you have with yourself, there are things you can try and do to improve your circumstances.
(480) 405-1386 View (480) 405-1386
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Karla Lynn Milloy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
Waitlist for new clients
Karla specializes in working with individuals, families, children-teens, couples, and couples seeking mediation during a divorce, and Christian counseling.
Practice has immediate openings for clients. I am currently not accepting new clients but my associate is: Giselle Ortiz, who is bilingual and is offering telehealth. Please see her link attached below. As a therapist, "I am dedicated to helping my client's work through their issues and uncover what is the best solution for their individual needs. Change is rarely without difficulty and not always welcome, but most people who come to therapy are coming for that reason. They want their lives to feel more fulfilled but they need guidance, encouragement and understanding to complete this sometimes painful task."
Karla specializes in working with individuals, families, children-teens, couples, and couples seeking mediation during a divorce, and Christian counseling.
Practice has immediate openings for clients. I am currently not accepting new clients but my associate is: Giselle Ortiz, who is bilingual and is offering telehealth. Please see her link attached below. As a therapist, "I am dedicated to helping my client's work through their issues and uncover what is the best solution for their individual needs. Change is rarely without difficulty and not always welcome, but most people who come to therapy are coming for that reason. They want their lives to feel more fulfilled but they need guidance, encouragement and understanding to complete this sometimes painful task."
(480) 725-2130 View (480) 725-2130
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Kaycee Thompson
LMSW
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85248
I am passionate about empathy based and solution focused care and am a strong advocate that therapy can be a great tool for all individuals. I have experience working with hearing and Deaf individuals as I am fluent in American Sign Language, couples, families, and groups that are focused on mental health needs. These needs include but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, conflict resolution, stress, personality disorders, goal setting, relationship issues, trauma processing, and family issues.
I am passionate about empathy based and solution focused care and am a strong advocate that therapy can be a great tool for all individuals. I have experience working with hearing and Deaf individuals as I am fluent in American Sign Language, couples, families, and groups that are focused on mental health needs. These needs include but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, conflict resolution, stress, personality disorders, goal setting, relationship issues, trauma processing, and family issues.
(480) 841-0747 View (480) 841-0747
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Dr. Chelsie Reed
Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
I specialized in sex therapy including all physical, mental, emotional, and relationship challenges; and in Pain Management, to allow my clients to reach their maximum quality of life - not taking pills.
Real change. You need it. Build on your strengths and learn life-long skills to overcome the built-up tensions and illness in your life. I believe you can find the strength to conquer any problems you may have, no matter how overwhelming they may seem. I work from a strength-based, client-centered treatment that allows each client to find a therapy for your needs as well as build on current strengths as an individual, couple, or family. .................................................................................................<<<Schedule yourself 24/7 ONLINE for a FREE phone consult or intake session at www.drchelsie.com.>>>
I specialized in sex therapy including all physical, mental, emotional, and relationship challenges; and in Pain Management, to allow my clients to reach their maximum quality of life - not taking pills.
Real change. You need it. Build on your strengths and learn life-long skills to overcome the built-up tensions and illness in your life. I believe you can find the strength to conquer any problems you may have, no matter how overwhelming they may seem. I work from a strength-based, client-centered treatment that allows each client to find a therapy for your needs as well as build on current strengths as an individual, couple, or family. .................................................................................................<<<Schedule yourself 24/7 ONLINE for a FREE phone consult or intake session at www.drchelsie.com.>>>
(480) 712-6631 View (480) 712-6631
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Suprit Gupta
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
I aim to help couples overcome infidelity, addiction, trauma, emotional distance, intimacy issues, communication issues, & lost connection. I also provide relational counseling to resolve conflicts in other significant relationships such as parent/adult child, friends, etc. My services also include individual therapy for people dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, body image disorders, etc. In addition to working with a diverse population, my lived experience of being a South Asian immigrant allows me to connect with those with multicultural issues, adjustment issues, immigration-related stress, and/or family conflicts.
I aim to help couples overcome infidelity, addiction, trauma, emotional distance, intimacy issues, communication issues, & lost connection. I also provide relational counseling to resolve conflicts in other significant relationships such as parent/adult child, friends, etc. My services also include individual therapy for people dealing with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, body image disorders, etc. In addition to working with a diverse population, my lived experience of being a South Asian immigrant allows me to connect with those with multicultural issues, adjustment issues, immigration-related stress, and/or family conflicts.
(520) 636-6155 View (520) 636-6155
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Melissa McClain
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
I have extensive experience in my work with individuals, couples, and families.
Life can be difficult and life can be stressful. Life can also be amazing, bring you joy, and bring you happiness. I work with patients at their most vulnerable and difficult times. My goal is to help patients navigate and get through these times. I see adults, couples, and families. Some of the many presenting problems that my patient's come in with include; Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Work Stressors, Family Dynamic Stressors, Relationship Stressors, Attachment Issues, Body Image Issues, Life Transitions, Communication Issues, Pre-Marital Concerns, and much more.
I have extensive experience in my work with individuals, couples, and families.
Life can be difficult and life can be stressful. Life can also be amazing, bring you joy, and bring you happiness. I work with patients at their most vulnerable and difficult times. My goal is to help patients navigate and get through these times. I see adults, couples, and families. Some of the many presenting problems that my patient's come in with include; Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Work Stressors, Family Dynamic Stressors, Relationship Stressors, Attachment Issues, Body Image Issues, Life Transitions, Communication Issues, Pre-Marital Concerns, and much more.
(480) 906-4254 View (480) 906-4254
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Elizabeth Heinz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, AZ-LPC, NCC, IL-LCPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
Waitlist for new clients
I value authenticity and relationship.
Is fear gripping you? Can't get past your past? I'm here to help. My modalities include Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment (level 1) developed by Janina Fisher, EMDR, Sensorimotor (level 1 and 2 trained) and Post Induction Therapy (PIT).I have found these modalities useful in restoring relationships in the key areas of life: with self, others, and with a Higher Power. This is how I developed my practice name--Triune Freedom. By bolstering the 3 key relationships, I have been privileged to walk with clients as they journey to hope and healing increasing effectiveness in their lives both professionally and personally.
I value authenticity and relationship.
Is fear gripping you? Can't get past your past? I'm here to help. My modalities include Trauma Informed Stabilization Treatment (level 1) developed by Janina Fisher, EMDR, Sensorimotor (level 1 and 2 trained) and Post Induction Therapy (PIT).I have found these modalities useful in restoring relationships in the key areas of life: with self, others, and with a Higher Power. This is how I developed my practice name--Triune Freedom. By bolstering the 3 key relationships, I have been privileged to walk with clients as they journey to hope and healing increasing effectiveness in their lives both professionally and personally.
(602) 737-1301 View (602) 737-1301
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Valerie Southwick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chandler, AZ 85248
I specialize in helping couples strengthen and repair their relationship utilizing attachment based, Emotionally Focused Therapy, EFT, which research has shown to be highly effective in helping couples strengthen their relationship and stay together.
Connection is the most basic human need. Our survival is dependent on whether or not we have someone we can turn to when we are most vulnerable. We experience disconnection as: death, divorce, conflict, betrayal, loneliness. I can guide you on your journey of securing satisfying and nurturing relationships or strengthening and rebuilding existing relationships . I have experience working with sexual & intimacy issues, sex addiction, pornography and affair recovery. I can help you repair and reconnect with whomever matters the most in your life or find and create new lasting, healthy relationships. I help individuals and couples find greater happiness improve their lives.
I specialize in helping couples strengthen and repair their relationship utilizing attachment based, Emotionally Focused Therapy, EFT, which research has shown to be highly effective in helping couples strengthen their relationship and stay together.
Connection is the most basic human need. Our survival is dependent on whether or not we have someone we can turn to when we are most vulnerable. We experience disconnection as: death, divorce, conflict, betrayal, loneliness. I can guide you on your journey of securing satisfying and nurturing relationships or strengthening and rebuilding existing relationships . I have experience working with sexual & intimacy issues, sex addiction, pornography and affair recovery. I can help you repair and reconnect with whomever matters the most in your life or find and create new lasting, healthy relationships. I help individuals and couples find greater happiness improve their lives.
(480) 739-3788 View (480) 739-3788
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Ronald Gluff LPC
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85248
I have over 25 years of professional experience. It takes an act of courage to come to counseling. I look to provide a place where clients can work through their concerns without being judged. I see individuals and work on with them on anxiety, shame, guilt, feeling powerless, impulse control, anger, depression, addiction, life transitions and career/ school difficulties. I work with couples to promote healthy communication, safety, vulnerability and intimacy. I work with children to develop behavioral and emotional coping skills to succeed at home and school. I work with families to resolve conflict.
I have over 25 years of professional experience. It takes an act of courage to come to counseling. I look to provide a place where clients can work through their concerns without being judged. I see individuals and work on with them on anxiety, shame, guilt, feeling powerless, impulse control, anger, depression, addiction, life transitions and career/ school difficulties. I work with couples to promote healthy communication, safety, vulnerability and intimacy. I work with children to develop behavioral and emotional coping skills to succeed at home and school. I work with families to resolve conflict.
(480) 696-5295 View (480) 696-5295
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.