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Jessica Guerrero Dsw Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90015  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Los Angeles, CA. working with children, youth, and families of multicultural backgrounds, including pregnant and postpartum parents (single and couples). If you struggle with figuring out what is going on with your child, how to improve your relationships with others and with yourself, but really not knowing how to get these answers? Have you struggled with lived trauma and/or generational trauma and can't seem to work through it? Know that you hold the answer deep within you, and I am here to help and accompany you through the journey of healing. Spiritual Support also available.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Los Angeles, CA. working with children, youth, and families of multicultural backgrounds, including pregnant and postpartum parents (single and couples). If you struggle with figuring out what is going on with your child, how to improve your relationships with others and with yourself, but really not knowing how to get these answers? Have you struggled with lived trauma and/or generational trauma and can't seem to work through it? Know that you hold the answer deep within you, and I am here to help and accompany you through the journey of healing. Spiritual Support also available.
(310) 861-7203 View (310) 861-7203
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Ashley Pezeshkifar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CPC, MA
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90025  (Online Only)
I believe in building a therapeutic relationship based on respect, empathy, challenge & change in an environment of openness, understanding & collaboration.
My work enables the client to become aware of emotions and resources as they learn techniques for self-management, communication & resourcefulness. Building emotional resilience is key towards achieving a balanced life. I work with the conscious & subconscious mind, while helping gain self-awareness to understand that self-limiting behaviors are caused by thoughts, feelings & beliefs of which you may be unaware. I help build awareness & empowerment during your journey. The motivations and process of therapy are unique to each individual. My practice includes work with individuals, couples, families, children, geriatrics, & groups.
I believe in building a therapeutic relationship based on respect, empathy, challenge & change in an environment of openness, understanding & collaboration.
My work enables the client to become aware of emotions and resources as they learn techniques for self-management, communication & resourcefulness. Building emotional resilience is key towards achieving a balanced life. I work with the conscious & subconscious mind, while helping gain self-awareness to understand that self-limiting behaviors are caused by thoughts, feelings & beliefs of which you may be unaware. I help build awareness & empowerment during your journey. The motivations and process of therapy are unique to each individual. My practice includes work with individuals, couples, families, children, geriatrics, & groups.
(424) 369-6133 View (424) 369-6133
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Barbara Benoualid
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90068  (Online Only)
I conduct sessions in French & English in a caring manner to ensure couples, individuals & adolescents feel safe to explore and uncover the patterns that are impacting their satisfaction or keeping them stuck. Together we can make sense of your life, help you explore past and present hardships, learn new tools and access your strengths so that you can make better decisions, stop reoccurring behaviors and feel healthier. Your treatment will be tailored to meet your unique personality & goals. You don't need to be alone in your fears, pain, sadness, thoughts, or confusion. You can get through whatever you are dealing with- Let's talk.
I conduct sessions in French & English in a caring manner to ensure couples, individuals & adolescents feel safe to explore and uncover the patterns that are impacting their satisfaction or keeping them stuck. Together we can make sense of your life, help you explore past and present hardships, learn new tools and access your strengths so that you can make better decisions, stop reoccurring behaviors and feel healthier. Your treatment will be tailored to meet your unique personality & goals. You don't need to be alone in your fears, pain, sadness, thoughts, or confusion. You can get through whatever you are dealing with- Let's talk.
(323) 472-5920 View (323) 472-5920
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Nina Young-Hwa Kang
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Whittier, CA 90602  (Online Only)
Are you overwhelmed or suffering from panic attack? Do you feel very anxious or have relationship difficulties with others? Are you looking for a therapist who can work with you in a safe place to explore your resources and find effective ways of healing through nurturing experiences? We all feel overwhelmed and don't know what to do sometimes and I believe we all have, within us, the capacity and resources we need to flourish. I am very effective in treating anxiety and panic attack.
Are you overwhelmed or suffering from panic attack? Do you feel very anxious or have relationship difficulties with others? Are you looking for a therapist who can work with you in a safe place to explore your resources and find effective ways of healing through nurturing experiences? We all feel overwhelmed and don't know what to do sometimes and I believe we all have, within us, the capacity and resources we need to flourish. I am very effective in treating anxiety and panic attack.
(714) 941-0623 View (714) 941-0623
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Hector A Madril
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025  (Online Only)
Feeling worried all the time? Feeling down or depressed? Dealing with negative thinking that wont go away? Having difficulties in your relationships? Struggling to maintain a balance between responsibilities and everyday challenges? Let me help you! I will guide you to effectively manage anxiety, depression or elevated stress that may arise when dealing with past or present relationship issues, family conflict, divorce, separation, parenting difficulties, trauma, illness, loss, transitions or other life stressors. I offer individual, couples, or family therapy services using brief or long term approaches specific to your needs.
Feeling worried all the time? Feeling down or depressed? Dealing with negative thinking that wont go away? Having difficulties in your relationships? Struggling to maintain a balance between responsibilities and everyday challenges? Let me help you! I will guide you to effectively manage anxiety, depression or elevated stress that may arise when dealing with past or present relationship issues, family conflict, divorce, separation, parenting difficulties, trauma, illness, loss, transitions or other life stressors. I offer individual, couples, or family therapy services using brief or long term approaches specific to your needs.
(310) 494-2937 View (310) 494-2937
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Andrea Milwidsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA LMFT
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Through establishing a genuine therapeutic connection in a compassionate environment we can collaboratively unpack difficulties and challenges you may be experiencing and look at possibilities towards overcoming these towards living a more manageable and satisfying life. I utilize various methods and approaches towards this end and work with a diverse population of children, adolescents, teenagers, adults, elders, couples, families and groups. I treat a wide variety of issues with ease in a present and nonjudgmental manner.
Through establishing a genuine therapeutic connection in a compassionate environment we can collaboratively unpack difficulties and challenges you may be experiencing and look at possibilities towards overcoming these towards living a more manageable and satisfying life. I utilize various methods and approaches towards this end and work with a diverse population of children, adolescents, teenagers, adults, elders, couples, families and groups. I treat a wide variety of issues with ease in a present and nonjudgmental manner.
(424) 232-0579 View (424) 232-0579
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Jenni Silberstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFA, LMFT
Verified Verified
I am able to work with an array of clients including individuals, couples, parents, adolescents and college students.
Clients seek treatment not only to make a connection with a psychotherapist but to see concrete changes in their lives. I have been practicing for 26 years and have helped hundreds of clients change their lives and thrive in their careers and relationships. I develop genuine connections with clients, co-creating treatment plans that work. It is truly an honor to have this kind of impact in someone's life and the results my clients receive speak volumes. Specialties include relationships, self-esteem, women, college students, adolescents, divorce, parenting, anxiety, OCD and depression.
I am able to work with an array of clients including individuals, couples, parents, adolescents and college students.
Clients seek treatment not only to make a connection with a psychotherapist but to see concrete changes in their lives. I have been practicing for 26 years and have helped hundreds of clients change their lives and thrive in their careers and relationships. I develop genuine connections with clients, co-creating treatment plans that work. It is truly an honor to have this kind of impact in someone's life and the results my clients receive speak volumes. Specialties include relationships, self-esteem, women, college students, adolescents, divorce, parenting, anxiety, OCD and depression.
(310) 421-2831 View (310) 421-2831
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Danine Dean
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230
I also offer consultations regarding relationship questions, using VIT (Video Intervention Therapy) to increase positive interactions and insight building for the relationship between two or more people.
A life transition experience can be positive or negative, planned or unexpected. Some transitions happen without warning, and they may be quite dramatic, as in cases of accidents, death, divorce, job loss, or serious illness. Other life transitions come from positive experiences such as getting married, going away to college, starting a new job, moving to a new city. Even though events like these are usually planned and anticipated, they can be just as life-altering as the unexpected events. Whether positive or negative, life transitions cause us to leave behind the familiar and force us to adjust to new ways of living.
I also offer consultations regarding relationship questions, using VIT (Video Intervention Therapy) to increase positive interactions and insight building for the relationship between two or more people.
A life transition experience can be positive or negative, planned or unexpected. Some transitions happen without warning, and they may be quite dramatic, as in cases of accidents, death, divorce, job loss, or serious illness. Other life transitions come from positive experiences such as getting married, going away to college, starting a new job, moving to a new city. Even though events like these are usually planned and anticipated, they can be just as life-altering as the unexpected events. Whether positive or negative, life transitions cause us to leave behind the familiar and force us to adjust to new ways of living.
(424) 233-1157 View (424) 233-1157
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Dawn-Marie Luna
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Beach, CA 90815
My work focuses on guiding families to becoming more emotionally aware and knowledgeable of their children’s mental health struggles. I incorporate various modalities of therapeutic activities. Complex trauma is one of my specialties and working with children 0-8 years and their families related to issues of grief, behaviour in school and teaching how to create positive peer relationships. I also work with couples, and women who have experienced childhood trauma
My work focuses on guiding families to becoming more emotionally aware and knowledgeable of their children’s mental health struggles. I incorporate various modalities of therapeutic activities. Complex trauma is one of my specialties and working with children 0-8 years and their families related to issues of grief, behaviour in school and teaching how to create positive peer relationships. I also work with couples, and women who have experienced childhood trauma
(562) 222-0236 View (562) 222-0236
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Peninsula Center for Children and Families
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
As a group of professional therapists, we come together to offer therapy services to individuals, couples, families, and children. We work with a wide range of ages (children, teens, & adults) dealing with various challenges and dilemmas. We believe in tapping into the natural strengths of each us, working together, and developing ways that can help us enjoy life and each other more fully. Researchers have found that the relationship between therapist and client accounts for a significant part of change.
As a group of professional therapists, we come together to offer therapy services to individuals, couples, families, and children. We work with a wide range of ages (children, teens, & adults) dealing with various challenges and dilemmas. We believe in tapping into the natural strengths of each us, working together, and developing ways that can help us enjoy life and each other more fully. Researchers have found that the relationship between therapist and client accounts for a significant part of change.
(310) 340-1362 View (310) 340-1362
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Sameh Abdelmalak
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Monrovia, CA 91016
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with a diverse population, offering services to adults, children, couples, and families of different ethnic backgrounds, religions, spiritual beliefs, and sexual orientations. The anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, and relational distress can be very impending to the quality of one's life. Though I am trained in Trauma Focus CBT, Gottman method for couples, DBT, Attachment therapy, and motivational interviewing, if you have a hard time remembering when you felt good or feel like you are alone in your struggle, I would be glad to come alongside you and offer my counseling service.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with a diverse population, offering services to adults, children, couples, and families of different ethnic backgrounds, religions, spiritual beliefs, and sexual orientations. The anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, and relational distress can be very impending to the quality of one's life. Though I am trained in Trauma Focus CBT, Gottman method for couples, DBT, Attachment therapy, and motivational interviewing, if you have a hard time remembering when you felt good or feel like you are alone in your struggle, I would be glad to come alongside you and offer my counseling service.
(626) 610-4542 View (626) 610-4542
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Paula E. Bruce, Ph.D & Associates, A Psych Corp
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Welcome to our practice! We are experienced clinicians in Beverly Hills and DTLA available to work with adults, children, couples and families. Some typical psychotherapy concerns are relationship issues, interracial/intercultural/interfaith relationships, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, undereating and overeating, body image issues, personality disorders, infidelity, high conflict divorce, family reunification, racial trauma, parenting/child behavior problems, sexual compulsivity/addiction, sexual abuse/assault, complex trauma/PTSD, compulsive spending/shopping, LGBTQIA+ concerns, BIPOC concerns, and more.
Welcome to our practice! We are experienced clinicians in Beverly Hills and DTLA available to work with adults, children, couples and families. Some typical psychotherapy concerns are relationship issues, interracial/intercultural/interfaith relationships, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, undereating and overeating, body image issues, personality disorders, infidelity, high conflict divorce, family reunification, racial trauma, parenting/child behavior problems, sexual compulsivity/addiction, sexual abuse/assault, complex trauma/PTSD, compulsive spending/shopping, LGBTQIA+ concerns, BIPOC concerns, and more.
(310) 271-2275 View (310) 271-2275
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Susana Marroquin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
Long Beach, CA 90815
We all carry wounds and pain with us that can weigh us down, preventing us from becoming the person or mother we want to be. The moment we begin to heal those wounds, we blossom and grow into the individual we are capable of becoming. If you are feeling anxious, depressed, angry, stuck, resentful, unable to communicate needs and have positive relationships with others or yourself, you need professional support to help you unravel what is keeping you from reaching your full potential. I have 15 years experience working with mothers, children, families, couples, individuals of all backgrounds.
We all carry wounds and pain with us that can weigh us down, preventing us from becoming the person or mother we want to be. The moment we begin to heal those wounds, we blossom and grow into the individual we are capable of becoming. If you are feeling anxious, depressed, angry, stuck, resentful, unable to communicate needs and have positive relationships with others or yourself, you need professional support to help you unravel what is keeping you from reaching your full potential. I have 15 years experience working with mothers, children, families, couples, individuals of all backgrounds.
(562) 371-0091 View (562) 371-0091
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Deborah Cicconi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
I am a licensed doctor of clinical psychology (Ph.D. from USC), working in SCV for over 30 years. I love people and it has always been my dream to help them achieve the ability to handle their lives in the most satisfying way. We are all human. We all have our own struggles. We experience depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addictions, or simply difficult transitions in life. It is important to know that no one is forever "sick," no relationship ever "broken," or anyone for that matter who is beyond repair. Together, I will work with you (or your loved one) through the issues that have brought you into therapy.
I am a licensed doctor of clinical psychology (Ph.D. from USC), working in SCV for over 30 years. I love people and it has always been my dream to help them achieve the ability to handle their lives in the most satisfying way. We are all human. We all have our own struggles. We experience depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addictions, or simply difficult transitions in life. It is important to know that no one is forever "sick," no relationship ever "broken," or anyone for that matter who is beyond repair. Together, I will work with you (or your loved one) through the issues that have brought you into therapy.
(661) 451-7570 View (661) 451-7570
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Lia Roy Nanda
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I provide therapy to children, adolescents, and adults for broad spectrum of issues ranging from mild to severe. I counsel individuals and families for relationship difficulties, separation/divorce, parenting challenges, individual/family crises, survivors of abuse, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, grief/loss, trauma, and suicidal/self-injurious behavior.During difficult times when a person feels very vulnerable, it takes a tremendous amount of courage and energy to seek help. My approach is warm and genuine; my sessions are collaborative so clients to develop effective coping skills to overcome obstacles in their life after therapy has terminated and not foster dependency.
I provide therapy to children, adolescents, and adults for broad spectrum of issues ranging from mild to severe. I counsel individuals and families for relationship difficulties, separation/divorce, parenting challenges, individual/family crises, survivors of abuse, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, grief/loss, trauma, and suicidal/self-injurious behavior.During difficult times when a person feels very vulnerable, it takes a tremendous amount of courage and energy to seek help. My approach is warm and genuine; my sessions are collaborative so clients to develop effective coping skills to overcome obstacles in their life after therapy has terminated and not foster dependency.
(818) 396-8489 View (818) 396-8489
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Dawn Wisniewski
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arcadia, CA 91006
My services are tailored to work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families who struggle with depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, learning disorders, trauma, domestic violence, parenting, life transitions and more.
During the seasons of life, we encounter various barriers, bumps, ditches and forks in the road that lead us in different directions leaving us feeling disconnected, stressed, anxious, depressed, confused and frustrated. As your therapist, my goal is to empower and collaboratively help you heal, resolve and work through issues, identify and explore your strengths and help you to reconnect with yourself and others in the way you envision. I offer a place that is welcoming, friendly, empathetic, supportive, nonjudgmental and safe in order for you to explore and discuss the issues that are impacting you and your life.
My services are tailored to work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families who struggle with depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, learning disorders, trauma, domestic violence, parenting, life transitions and more.
During the seasons of life, we encounter various barriers, bumps, ditches and forks in the road that lead us in different directions leaving us feeling disconnected, stressed, anxious, depressed, confused and frustrated. As your therapist, my goal is to empower and collaboratively help you heal, resolve and work through issues, identify and explore your strengths and help you to reconnect with yourself and others in the way you envision. I offer a place that is welcoming, friendly, empathetic, supportive, nonjudgmental and safe in order for you to explore and discuss the issues that are impacting you and your life.
(626) 210-2367 View (626) 210-2367
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Dr. Rita de Cassia Silva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, PPS
Verified Verified
Northridge, CA 91324  (Online Only)
Do you wake up in the morning feeling empty, tired, and unmotivated? Are you struggling with issues related to your past, uncontrollable thoughts, anger, grief, communication, anxiety, or major life changes? Are you seeking a more loving, meaningful, and harmonious relationship with your partner and your loved ones but don't know how or what to do to improve it? There comes a time when help is needed from a licensed professional.
Do you wake up in the morning feeling empty, tired, and unmotivated? Are you struggling with issues related to your past, uncontrollable thoughts, anger, grief, communication, anxiety, or major life changes? Are you seeking a more loving, meaningful, and harmonious relationship with your partner and your loved ones but don't know how or what to do to improve it? There comes a time when help is needed from a licensed professional.
(747) 223-6012 View (747) 223-6012
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Vita Hall
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Valley Village, CA 91601  (Online Only)
I have experience working with many issues including anxiety, depression, substance use, mood disorders, relationship problems, grief & loss, ADHD, career challenges, LGBTQ+, and changes in the life cycle.
Providing telehealth throughout the state of California. If you are struggling with a personal or emotional issue, please know change and growth is possible. I believe everyone has the ability to improve their psychological health. I provide compassionate and supportive therapy combined with modern therapeutic modalities that allow you to learn new skills to live a healthier and happier life.
I have experience working with many issues including anxiety, depression, substance use, mood disorders, relationship problems, grief & loss, ADHD, career challenges, LGBTQ+, and changes in the life cycle.
Providing telehealth throughout the state of California. If you are struggling with a personal or emotional issue, please know change and growth is possible. I believe everyone has the ability to improve their psychological health. I provide compassionate and supportive therapy combined with modern therapeutic modalities that allow you to learn new skills to live a healthier and happier life.
(747) 281-4218 View (747) 281-4218
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Cynthia M. Braden Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
I specialize in helping couples, families, teens and children solve concerns that are important to them. Often, people come in because of excessive conflicts with a partner or family member, affairs and big decisions. New clients are frequently looking for skills and/or knowledge to deal with challenging or traumatic situations. Nowadays especially, people are seeking help to manage powerful and confusing feelings, at last visiting a therapist when other potential solutions aren't working. They just want to feel better. If the issues you are facing are straining your normal coping mechanisms, it's time to reach out for assistance.
I specialize in helping couples, families, teens and children solve concerns that are important to them. Often, people come in because of excessive conflicts with a partner or family member, affairs and big decisions. New clients are frequently looking for skills and/or knowledge to deal with challenging or traumatic situations. Nowadays especially, people are seeking help to manage powerful and confusing feelings, at last visiting a therapist when other potential solutions aren't working. They just want to feel better. If the issues you are facing are straining your normal coping mechanisms, it's time to reach out for assistance.
(310) 905-8036 View (310) 905-8036
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Rosa Zuniga
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Covina, CA 91790
Are you struggling with the demands of today’s society? Do you experience overwhelming stress at work, at home with your spouse/partner or your children? Is your toddler/teenager acting out and rebelling? Are you struggling with managing difficult emotions, resolving conflicts, and making decisions? Do you often feel frustrated, stressed, angry, depressed and anxious? Are you struggling with interacting with your love ones? Have you thought about seeking help? Seeking help can be initially scary and terrifying; however, with the right guidance and therapeutic approach you can find the change you are hoping for.
Are you struggling with the demands of today’s society? Do you experience overwhelming stress at work, at home with your spouse/partner or your children? Is your toddler/teenager acting out and rebelling? Are you struggling with managing difficult emotions, resolving conflicts, and making decisions? Do you often feel frustrated, stressed, angry, depressed and anxious? Are you struggling with interacting with your love ones? Have you thought about seeking help? Seeking help can be initially scary and terrifying; however, with the right guidance and therapeutic approach you can find the change you are hoping for.
(657) 500-4642 View (657) 500-4642

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Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.