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Allie Levy-Akoka
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302
I am privileged to be able to work with individuals, couples, and families who come from diverse cultural background.
While talking about your feelings with friends and family may be comforting, that may not completely tackle your emotional needs and complications. Seeing a professional therapist can help to alleviate your emotional distress from difficult situations. My mission is to provide support and space for healing while counseling you and your family in a non-judgmental and safe environment.
I am privileged to be able to work with individuals, couples, and families who come from diverse cultural background.
While talking about your feelings with friends and family may be comforting, that may not completely tackle your emotional needs and complications. Seeing a professional therapist can help to alleviate your emotional distress from difficult situations. My mission is to provide support and space for healing while counseling you and your family in a non-judgmental and safe environment.
(747) 322-4398 View (747) 322-4398
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Tannia Ben Zur
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302  (Online Only)
Specializing in Children and Adolescents, Families, Couples, and individuals with a focus in , Coping skills , Self Esteem ,Stress , Anxiety ,Depression , Bullying, Phobias , Relationships , Leadership skills , and Play Therapy .
I believe we all possess the strength to overcome life's challenges. Partnering with a caring professional can help light your path as you embrace hope, healing and happiness. As a partner in your journey we will create change that reignites your light from within. My focus is to help you grow and become aware of your inner strength.
Specializing in Children and Adolescents, Families, Couples, and individuals with a focus in , Coping skills , Self Esteem ,Stress , Anxiety ,Depression , Bullying, Phobias , Relationships , Leadership skills , and Play Therapy .
I believe we all possess the strength to overcome life's challenges. Partnering with a caring professional can help light your path as you embrace hope, healing and happiness. As a partner in your journey we will create change that reignites your light from within. My focus is to help you grow and become aware of your inner strength.
(818) 740-7114 View (818) 740-7114
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Adi Goral
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91302
I strive to provide a comfortable and supportive atmosphere for clients who are experiencing issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, low self-esteem, partner/marital conflicts, family conflicts, parenting issues, childhood issues, anger, and ADD/ADHD.
Welcome! Thank you for visiting my page. In my practice, I dedicate the time and attention necessary to help clients improve their quality of life. I utilize various specialized treatments that fit everyone's specific needs and provide helpful, practical tools. I am interactive and very straightforward in my approach and I treat each client with dignity and genuine respect. My goal is for therapy to feel as natural and meaningful as possible. I offer a complimentary phone consultation to answer any questions you may have before we meet. Please visit my website www.marriageandfamilytherapistla.com for more details about my practice.
I strive to provide a comfortable and supportive atmosphere for clients who are experiencing issues such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, low self-esteem, partner/marital conflicts, family conflicts, parenting issues, childhood issues, anger, and ADD/ADHD.
Welcome! Thank you for visiting my page. In my practice, I dedicate the time and attention necessary to help clients improve their quality of life. I utilize various specialized treatments that fit everyone's specific needs and provide helpful, practical tools. I am interactive and very straightforward in my approach and I treat each client with dignity and genuine respect. My goal is for therapy to feel as natural and meaningful as possible. I offer a complimentary phone consultation to answer any questions you may have before we meet. Please visit my website www.marriageandfamilytherapistla.com for more details about my practice.
(818) 962-2766 View (818) 962-2766
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Dr. Moreen Rubin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302
As an eating disorder expert, I help clients have a healthier relationship with food, exercise and body image.
What if you could stop all self- destructive habits and feel energized and excited by your life? Many of my clients are just like you; talented, ambitious and unique, but are unsatisfied with an area of life. If you are ready, I can help you get unstuck and make changes based on proven therapeutic techniques. If you're struggling to take care of yourself physically and emotionally, I will work with you to help you find balance, prioritize your health and manage your anxiety and depression. My approach is based on helping you get clarity, increasing awareness of your thoughts, and giving you healthy ways of managing your stress.
As an eating disorder expert, I help clients have a healthier relationship with food, exercise and body image.
What if you could stop all self- destructive habits and feel energized and excited by your life? Many of my clients are just like you; talented, ambitious and unique, but are unsatisfied with an area of life. If you are ready, I can help you get unstuck and make changes based on proven therapeutic techniques. If you're struggling to take care of yourself physically and emotionally, I will work with you to help you find balance, prioritize your health and manage your anxiety and depression. My approach is based on helping you get clarity, increasing awareness of your thoughts, and giving you healthy ways of managing your stress.
(310) 919-4336 View (310) 919-4336
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Mihal A Coyle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302
Whether you are searching for someone to support you on your journey in challenging and painful life situations, assist you to know yourself better, explore with you creative and/or emotional blockages, or help you improve your relationship with others, I am here to do - please reach out.
Whether you are searching for someone to support you on your journey in challenging and painful life situations, assist you to know yourself better, explore with you creative and/or emotional blockages, or help you improve your relationship with others, I am here to do - please reach out.
(818) 350-5225 View (818) 350-5225
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Fay Alon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91302
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling, etc.
My name is Fay Alon and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist. I have been practicing for over 20 years. I'm able to connect, understand and empathize with mostly anyone. I'm caring, compassionate, direct and non-judgmental. I completed my pre-doctoral internship at the UCLA Student Psychological Services. My post-doctoral fellowship was at Harbor UCLA-Medical Center. I worked for eight years as a psychologist at UCLA. I have been in private practice in Santa Monica, Woodland Hills and now in Calabasas. Please call or email me for an individual, couples or family therapy consultation today.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling, etc.
My name is Fay Alon and I'm a licensed clinical psychologist. I have been practicing for over 20 years. I'm able to connect, understand and empathize with mostly anyone. I'm caring, compassionate, direct and non-judgmental. I completed my pre-doctoral internship at the UCLA Student Psychological Services. My post-doctoral fellowship was at Harbor UCLA-Medical Center. I worked for eight years as a psychologist at UCLA. I have been in private practice in Santa Monica, Woodland Hills and now in Calabasas. Please call or email me for an individual, couples or family therapy consultation today.
(818) 614-9391 View (818) 614-9391
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Debbie B. Dery
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302
Whether you feel stuck in your relationship/s, experiencing stress and anxiety, feeling sad, struggling with your partner and/or parenting raising a child with ADHD, we can work together and identify the source of what brought you in to therapy, identify your goals, and explore best possible solutions that will help you feel successful. I creatively integrate a relational model and scientifically proven cognitive behavior techniques which will allow clients gain insight and acquire tools for a positive change in their lives. Together we can find your true growth potential so you can lead a fulfilling life that is worth celebrating.
Whether you feel stuck in your relationship/s, experiencing stress and anxiety, feeling sad, struggling with your partner and/or parenting raising a child with ADHD, we can work together and identify the source of what brought you in to therapy, identify your goals, and explore best possible solutions that will help you feel successful. I creatively integrate a relational model and scientifically proven cognitive behavior techniques which will allow clients gain insight and acquire tools for a positive change in their lives. Together we can find your true growth potential so you can lead a fulfilling life that is worth celebrating.
(818) 814-6535 View (818) 814-6535
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Liron Samara
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91301
Whatever your situation might be today, know that the relationship, the family, and the life you want are possible, if you are ready to untangle what is knot helping you get there.
From “tying the knot” to being “tied down,” we often think of relationships as two unmoveable units bound together. And this can be the case… but it doesn’t have to be. Relationships can grow, change and evolve but, sometimes we need to untangle things a little bit to allow for forward movement. While both you and your partner are, and will be, in this together, a successful relationship always begins with you. After all, all of your relationships with others are a reflection of your relationship with yourself. You must be able to find your truest and most authentic state, before you can ever reflect that outwards.
Whatever your situation might be today, know that the relationship, the family, and the life you want are possible, if you are ready to untangle what is knot helping you get there.
From “tying the knot” to being “tied down,” we often think of relationships as two unmoveable units bound together. And this can be the case… but it doesn’t have to be. Relationships can grow, change and evolve but, sometimes we need to untangle things a little bit to allow for forward movement. While both you and your partner are, and will be, in this together, a successful relationship always begins with you. After all, all of your relationships with others are a reflection of your relationship with yourself. You must be able to find your truest and most authentic state, before you can ever reflect that outwards.
(818) 672-5054 View (818) 672-5054
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Tal Rapaport
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302
Today you are one step closer to a better you and on a positive path to growth and well-being. By going on this website you have already taken an important and courageous step towards making YOU the most important person in your life. Here GROWTH begins. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential utilizing an eclectic approach including systems, CBT, solution focused, etc. I specialize in working with blended families, couples, divorce, and any relational issues. I enjoy working with all age groups. I also supervise psychological assistants that can offer services at a sliding scale.
Today you are one step closer to a better you and on a positive path to growth and well-being. By going on this website you have already taken an important and courageous step towards making YOU the most important person in your life. Here GROWTH begins. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential utilizing an eclectic approach including systems, CBT, solution focused, etc. I specialize in working with blended families, couples, divorce, and any relational issues. I enjoy working with all age groups. I also supervise psychological assistants that can offer services at a sliding scale.
(747) 269-6710 View (747) 269-6710
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Rabbi Yael E. Saidoff
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , LMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302
Couples and individuals of all backgrounds, races and genders welcome.
Find Your Center: Many of us today feel disconnected. Our days are filled with a steady stream of obligations and desires. We call that: ‘life.’ Directing our unique path in a proactive way can bring new meaning to our lives. Collaboratively, we'll find a path that leads to your truest self and to the person you want to become. Building Relationships: Cultivating intimacy with others requires developing intimacy with oneself. With compassion and guidance it is possible to learn to love oneself and, in turn, love others more deeply.
Couples and individuals of all backgrounds, races and genders welcome.
Find Your Center: Many of us today feel disconnected. Our days are filled with a steady stream of obligations and desires. We call that: ‘life.’ Directing our unique path in a proactive way can bring new meaning to our lives. Collaboratively, we'll find a path that leads to your truest self and to the person you want to become. Building Relationships: Cultivating intimacy with others requires developing intimacy with oneself. With compassion and guidance it is possible to learn to love oneself and, in turn, love others more deeply.
(747) 229-0746 View (747) 229-0746
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Rachel Simmons
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91302
My ideal client is someone who recognizes the intricate balance between the mind, body, heart, and soul. They may be grappling with a myriad of challenges, whether it's navigating the complexities of relationships, battling with anxiety and depression, or seeking deeper self-understanding and healing.
My ideal client is someone who recognizes the intricate balance between the mind, body, heart, and soul. They may be grappling with a myriad of challenges, whether it's navigating the complexities of relationships, battling with anxiety and depression, or seeking deeper self-understanding and healing.
(818) 714-7322 View (818) 714-7322
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Dana Fogel-Stark
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302
As a Marriage & Family Therapist, my clinical area of expertise is the treatment of Depression and Anxiety Disorders, Couple/Relational Issues, Grief and Loss and Parenting Issues. Welcome to my profile, it is my belief that by entering psychotherapy, one is opening the door for change towards personal growth and fulfillment. Therapy is a collaborative process and treatment goals are reviewed throughout the course of treatment. Treatment goals consist of reducing undesired problems and symptoms while aimed at increasing insight and personal growth. Psychotherapy consists of learning more adaptive coping skills, enhancing communication and improving emotional well being.
As a Marriage & Family Therapist, my clinical area of expertise is the treatment of Depression and Anxiety Disorders, Couple/Relational Issues, Grief and Loss and Parenting Issues. Welcome to my profile, it is my belief that by entering psychotherapy, one is opening the door for change towards personal growth and fulfillment. Therapy is a collaborative process and treatment goals are reviewed throughout the course of treatment. Treatment goals consist of reducing undesired problems and symptoms while aimed at increasing insight and personal growth. Psychotherapy consists of learning more adaptive coping skills, enhancing communication and improving emotional well being.
(818) 293-5754 View (818) 293-5754
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Envision Wellness Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302  (Online Only)
We are passionate about helping women who are faced with various challenges related to infertility, postpartum, women's health, and chronic illness. Our team of therapists uses their specialized training and lived experience to customize ways to best support you during this time.
We are passionate about helping women who are faced with various challenges related to infertility, postpartum, women's health, and chronic illness. Our team of therapists uses their specialized training and lived experience to customize ways to best support you during this time.
(805) 800-8278 View (805) 800-8278
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Now I See a Person Institute
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302
“So often times it happens that we live our lives in chains, and we never even know we have the key” (The Eagles) “No one ever talked like this with me before” “They didn't force” “They listen and never force you, and they do not make assumptions about you” “You are unique and do not compare yourself to other people’s journey’s…do not do permanent decisions to things that will change in time” These are commentaries gained from people who experienced collaborative-dialogic ways of helping in the Now I See A Person Institute. Come hear words of hope and remedy, where dignity, dialogue and freedom arise within therapy, coaching...
“So often times it happens that we live our lives in chains, and we never even know we have the key” (The Eagles) “No one ever talked like this with me before” “They didn't force” “They listen and never force you, and they do not make assumptions about you” “You are unique and do not compare yourself to other people’s journey’s…do not do permanent decisions to things that will change in time” These are commentaries gained from people who experienced collaborative-dialogic ways of helping in the Now I See A Person Institute. Come hear words of hope and remedy, where dignity, dialogue and freedom arise within therapy, coaching...
(626) 624-4272 View (626) 624-4272
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Eynav Elgavish Accortt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Calabasas, CA 91302
Did you know that women are 2-3 times more likely to be depressed than men and the reproductive years present the most challenges? A pregnant or postpartum woman who finds herself distressed, depressed and anxious often feels alone. You may feel ashamed, alienated, inadequate and guilty. You may wonder how you could feel this bad when you love your baby. These thoughts and feelings are symptoms. They are not a definition of who you are as a person, a woman, or a mother. You are not alone, this is not your fault. With treatment, you can feel better.
Did you know that women are 2-3 times more likely to be depressed than men and the reproductive years present the most challenges? A pregnant or postpartum woman who finds herself distressed, depressed and anxious often feels alone. You may feel ashamed, alienated, inadequate and guilty. You may wonder how you could feel this bad when you love your baby. These thoughts and feelings are symptoms. They are not a definition of who you are as a person, a woman, or a mother. You are not alone, this is not your fault. With treatment, you can feel better.
(818) 616-8121 View (818) 616-8121
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Ronit Choresh-Geron
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calabasas, CA 91301  (Online Only)
Welcome to my page. Are you always afraid that an anxiety attack is waiting around the corner? Have you been hit with surprise anxiety more times than you can count? I know exactly what you're feeling, the pounding chest, the shortness of breath, the feeling that the walls are closing in and you NEED out NOW. Attacks can be terrifying, and I don't want you to have to suffer them anymore. Holistic practices can reduce anxiety tremendously, and I look forward to teaching you tools to take your life back, and reach your goals.
Welcome to my page. Are you always afraid that an anxiety attack is waiting around the corner? Have you been hit with surprise anxiety more times than you can count? I know exactly what you're feeling, the pounding chest, the shortness of breath, the feeling that the walls are closing in and you NEED out NOW. Attacks can be terrifying, and I don't want you to have to suffer them anymore. Holistic practices can reduce anxiety tremendously, and I look forward to teaching you tools to take your life back, and reach your goals.
(323) 310-4926 View (323) 310-4926

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Photo of Tamar Levran-Galai, Marriage & Family Therapist in Calabasas, CA
Tamar Levran-Galai
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
היי, אני תמר, פסיכותרפיסטית ועוסקת בטיפול רגשי וייעוץ מעל 10 שנים בישראל ובקליפורניה. עובדת עם מבוגרים, ילדים, זוגות, ומשפחות עם מגוון רחב של התמודדויות עם אירועי חיים, אתגרי נפש ומשברים משפחתיים. כולנו חווים מאבקים בדרכנו. אנחנו נדרשים להתמודדות והסתגלות אל מול אירועי חיים ומציאות משתנה. משברים, פחדים, תחושות של כעס, אבל, דיכאון, בדידות, וחרדה אינם צריכים להישאר ללא מענה. בעת התמודדות עם קשיים, טיפול רגשי יכול לספק מרחב פרטי להתבוננות, לעזור בהסתגלות, לייצר הטבה בתסמינים, הקלה רגשית, וויסות הרגשות, קבלת החלטות ובחירות מתאימות יותר.
היי, אני תמר, פסיכותרפיסטית ועוסקת בטיפול רגשי וייעוץ מעל 10 שנים בישראל ובקליפורניה. עובדת עם מבוגרים, ילדים, זוגות, ומשפחות עם מגוון רחב של התמודדויות עם אירועי חיים, אתגרי נפש ומשברים משפחתיים. כולנו חווים מאבקים בדרכנו. אנחנו נדרשים להתמודדות והסתגלות אל מול אירועי חיים ומציאות משתנה. משברים, פחדים, תחושות של כעס, אבל, דיכאון, בדידות, וחרדה אינם צריכים להישאר ללא מענה. בעת התמודדות עם קשיים, טיפול רגשי יכול לספק מרחב פרטי להתבוננות, לעזור בהסתגלות, לייצר הטבה בתסמינים, הקלה רגשית, וויסות הרגשות, קבלת החלטות ובחירות מתאימות יותר.
(310) 361-5528 View (310) 361-5528
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Dr. Itay Kohane
Psychologist, PsyD, SEP
Verified Verified
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
אני כאן בשבילך. אני מודע לכך שלא פשוט לפנות לקבלת תמיכה ומודה לך על ההתעניינות בעבודה שלי. בפגישות שלנו נגיע לתובנות נוספות על עצמך ועל אתגרים בחייך, ונמצא פתרונות למכשולים בדרך למטרות שלך. סקרנות ואמפתיה ילוו אותנו לאורך כל הטיפול. אני עובד עם מבוגרים וילדים, בטיפול יחידני, זוגי ומשפחתי. תחומי ההתמחות שלי מפורטים כאן ובאתר שלי. אני גם מדריך פוסט-דוקטורנטים לפסיכולוגיה קלינית שיכולים להציע טיפול מצוין במידה ואין לי זמינות.
אני כאן בשבילך. אני מודע לכך שלא פשוט לפנות לקבלת תמיכה ומודה לך על ההתעניינות בעבודה שלי. בפגישות שלנו נגיע לתובנות נוספות על עצמך ועל אתגרים בחייך, ונמצא פתרונות למכשולים בדרך למטרות שלך. סקרנות ואמפתיה ילוו אותנו לאורך כל הטיפול. אני עובד עם מבוגרים וילדים, בטיפול יחידני, זוגי ומשפחתי. תחומי ההתמחות שלי מפורטים כאן ובאתר שלי. אני גם מדריך פוסט-דוקטורנטים לפסיכולוגיה קלינית שיכולים להציע טיפול מצוין במידה ואין לי זמינות.
(747) 204-1971 View (747) 204-1971
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Hehn Dimand
Pre-Licensed Professional, ACSW
Verified Verified
Westlake Village, CA 91359
Hi, my name is Hehn (they/them), and I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker at Dr. McCurdy-McKinnon & Associates: Eating Disorders & Wellness Clinic. I draw on my own experiences as a non-binary person living in this world to support, validate, and understand the issues that other trans and non-binary folx are facing. I join with motivated and engaged individuals to help them better understand how their past influences their present, and how dysphoria and other experiences present in relationship to body and self. Together, we will work towards finding the answers and solutions that exist on the other side of life struggles.
Hi, my name is Hehn (they/them), and I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker at Dr. McCurdy-McKinnon & Associates: Eating Disorders & Wellness Clinic. I draw on my own experiences as a non-binary person living in this world to support, validate, and understand the issues that other trans and non-binary folx are facing. I join with motivated and engaged individuals to help them better understand how their past influences their present, and how dysphoria and other experiences present in relationship to body and self. Together, we will work towards finding the answers and solutions that exist on the other side of life struggles.
(562) 561-1531 View (562) 561-1531
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Iris Nathaniel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
I believe the relationship between the client and therapist is of outmost importance.
I'm a holistic psychotherapist , with training in mind body modalities. I practice a unique blend of psychodynamic therapy combined with somatic modalities such as sensorymotor psychotherapy and EMDR. Sessions are individually crafted to fit each individual's needs at the moment of seeking help while relaying not only on cognitive restructuring and and uncovering unconscious emotions but also draws from the natural intelligence of the body and the most recent neuroscience, in order to heal past traumas , undo maladaptive patterns and create an empowered and fulfilling life. I am engaged and active during sessions and a partner on your road towards health and vitality.
I believe the relationship between the client and therapist is of outmost importance.
I'm a holistic psychotherapist , with training in mind body modalities. I practice a unique blend of psychodynamic therapy combined with somatic modalities such as sensorymotor psychotherapy and EMDR. Sessions are individually crafted to fit each individual's needs at the moment of seeking help while relaying not only on cognitive restructuring and and uncovering unconscious emotions but also draws from the natural intelligence of the body and the most recent neuroscience, in order to heal past traumas , undo maladaptive patterns and create an empowered and fulfilling life. I am engaged and active during sessions and a partner on your road towards health and vitality.
(424) 346-6216 View (424) 346-6216
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.