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David Robbins
Counselor, MA, EMDR, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
Struggling with anxiety, grief or depression? Are you in the midst of a life transition or difficult relationship? Experiencing confusion and fear? I can offer a warm compassionate space and teach you practical skills to help you surmount obstacles, heal your emotional wounds, and make profound life changes.
Struggling with anxiety, grief or depression? Are you in the midst of a life transition or difficult relationship? Experiencing confusion and fear? I can offer a warm compassionate space and teach you practical skills to help you surmount obstacles, heal your emotional wounds, and make profound life changes.
(303) 900-7144 View (303) 900-7144
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Mary Gail Becker, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
What focus?? Stress Anxiety Distractions. You can't always eliminate them BUT you can learn to Manage them. As a psychologist and coach, I can show you how by teaching you smart tools to calm your mind. Calm your body. Get your focus back. Enhance your mental focus to increase productivity and reduce stress at work, school or home. We can explore creative ways to ease difficult relationships, whether at work or in your family. I listen empathically to uncover blocks, lack of focus, and relationship issues that get in your way of joy and success.
What focus?? Stress Anxiety Distractions. You can't always eliminate them BUT you can learn to Manage them. As a psychologist and coach, I can show you how by teaching you smart tools to calm your mind. Calm your body. Get your focus back. Enhance your mental focus to increase productivity and reduce stress at work, school or home. We can explore creative ways to ease difficult relationships, whether at work or in your family. I listen empathically to uncover blocks, lack of focus, and relationship issues that get in your way of joy and success.
(720) 410-6478 View (720) 410-6478
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Justin Virant
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
In my graduate work I studied the relationship between childhood trauma and arrested development in adults, the relationship between psychology and spirituality and the emotional and social benefits of mindfulness practice.
I enjoy helping clients understand themselves, maybe for the first time. We are presented with so many ideas, thoughts and noise that it can be hard to find our own voice and our own way. I work with clients who are seeking greater self-understanding, connection and empowerment in their lives. I can help you experience more personal clarity and congruence while also experiencing greater richness in life. I've also studied spirituality and have found that it has added more more depth to my life and my work as a therapist; I have experience with Buddhism, the Diamond Approach and shamanism.
In my graduate work I studied the relationship between childhood trauma and arrested development in adults, the relationship between psychology and spirituality and the emotional and social benefits of mindfulness practice.
I enjoy helping clients understand themselves, maybe for the first time. We are presented with so many ideas, thoughts and noise that it can be hard to find our own voice and our own way. I work with clients who are seeking greater self-understanding, connection and empowerment in their lives. I can help you experience more personal clarity and congruence while also experiencing greater richness in life. I've also studied spirituality and have found that it has added more more depth to my life and my work as a therapist; I have experience with Buddhism, the Diamond Approach and shamanism.
(720) 463-0698 View (720) 463-0698
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Maxine Gower - Clinical Social Worker; Psychoanalyst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NCPsyA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301  (Online Only)
I work with families, couples and individuals, 12 years and older, who experience anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, relational issues, gender identity, transgender decisions, fertility difficulties and divorce.
After 34 years in practice, I continue to witness the power of "the talking cure". Through talking, we come to know ourselves intimately and are able to discover what is at the root of painful thoughts, feelings and actions. Feeling seen, heard, understood and accepted is key to restoring hope as well as alleviating pain and suffering. Deep and abiding change can occur because an authentic relationship with a caring and skilled therapist allows for exploration of painful, scary and difficult feelings.
I work with families, couples and individuals, 12 years and older, who experience anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, relational issues, gender identity, transgender decisions, fertility difficulties and divorce.
After 34 years in practice, I continue to witness the power of "the talking cure". Through talking, we come to know ourselves intimately and are able to discover what is at the root of painful thoughts, feelings and actions. Feeling seen, heard, understood and accepted is key to restoring hope as well as alleviating pain and suffering. Deep and abiding change can occur because an authentic relationship with a caring and skilled therapist allows for exploration of painful, scary and difficult feelings.
(720) 288-0937 View (720) 288-0937
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Ground Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, Psych, Educati, PACT II
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80303
I work with individuals, couples, and families in a dynamic, related, and grounded style. My work is about supporting my clients in learning how to relieve their own suffering, relate to others more effectively and efficiently, and living the life they want to live. Much of this work is around transitions in life: puberty, education, individuation, relationships, work, self-identification, and grief. My work with couples and families is grounded in the Psychobilogical Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT) and I am a Level II certified PACT therapist. I work with adolescents, adults, all genders, races, sexual orientations, and spiritual beliefs.
I work with individuals, couples, and families in a dynamic, related, and grounded style. My work is about supporting my clients in learning how to relieve their own suffering, relate to others more effectively and efficiently, and living the life they want to live. Much of this work is around transitions in life: puberty, education, individuation, relationships, work, self-identification, and grief. My work with couples and families is grounded in the Psychobilogical Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT) and I am a Level II certified PACT therapist. I work with adolescents, adults, all genders, races, sexual orientations, and spiritual beliefs.
(303) 351-5249 View (303) 351-5249
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Ryan H Dawson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
My experience as a coach, teacher, mentor, individual, couples and family therapist allow me to offer a unique skill set to match to your individual/family needs.
I specialize in working with teens, adults and families. When a teen or young adult is struggling, so is their family. Whether you are wanting your kid to get more out of life or are concerned about behavior/symptoms that destabilize your child's wellbeing, I can help. I also provide support for young adults that are working through the difficult transition to adulthood. For adult clients, I offer a deep understanding of the challenges of creating and sustaining meaningful relationships and navigating our fast and competitive modern society. You will gain important insights and support on your authentic path.
My experience as a coach, teacher, mentor, individual, couples and family therapist allow me to offer a unique skill set to match to your individual/family needs.
I specialize in working with teens, adults and families. When a teen or young adult is struggling, so is their family. Whether you are wanting your kid to get more out of life or are concerned about behavior/symptoms that destabilize your child's wellbeing, I can help. I also provide support for young adults that are working through the difficult transition to adulthood. For adult clients, I offer a deep understanding of the challenges of creating and sustaining meaningful relationships and navigating our fast and competitive modern society. You will gain important insights and support on your authentic path.
(303) 502-5847 View (303) 502-5847
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Valerie Grant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CDWF, EMDRII
Verified Verified
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80304
I'm trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, Somatic Therapy, and am a Certified Daring Way Facilitator (the work of Brené Brown).
Are you living a life that expresses your courage and your dreams? Perhaps you feel like you've lost, or never heard, your true voice? You may be in pain, in a quagmire, or simply ready for change. The heart and soul of my work is to help you lovingly explore and understand the material of your life, and step into the life you want. I work to help you identify troublesome patterns, heal your wounded places, forgive your imperfections, clarify your dreams, gather courage and begin living your authentic life.
I'm trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, Somatic Therapy, and am a Certified Daring Way Facilitator (the work of Brené Brown).
Are you living a life that expresses your courage and your dreams? Perhaps you feel like you've lost, or never heard, your true voice? You may be in pain, in a quagmire, or simply ready for change. The heart and soul of my work is to help you lovingly explore and understand the material of your life, and step into the life you want. I work to help you identify troublesome patterns, heal your wounded places, forgive your imperfections, clarify your dreams, gather courage and begin living your authentic life.
(720) 571-8430 View (720) 571-8430
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Anne Howland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
My two decades of study and practice of Buddhist meditation, inform and deepen the space I hold in the therapeutic relationship.
Therapy is a journey to come more completely into your authentic self. It can be difficult to ask for help, yet as humans we all need help especially at difficult times. In my client focused therapy, I strive to create a safe space to explore your inner world. Our current landscape is full of speed and activity, I help my clients to slow down and work with feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, depression and trauma symptoms. My passion is to empower you to experience your innate wellness through conversation, mindfulness, art and body awareness practices.
My two decades of study and practice of Buddhist meditation, inform and deepen the space I hold in the therapeutic relationship.
Therapy is a journey to come more completely into your authentic self. It can be difficult to ask for help, yet as humans we all need help especially at difficult times. In my client focused therapy, I strive to create a safe space to explore your inner world. Our current landscape is full of speed and activity, I help my clients to slow down and work with feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, depression and trauma symptoms. My passion is to empower you to experience your innate wellness through conversation, mindfulness, art and body awareness practices.
(720) 806-6934 View (720) 806-6934
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Catherine Johnston
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
I bring 50 years of experience with a broad range of traditional and non-traditional methods to the process of helping people maximize their strengths, overcome recurrent problems, and transform their challenges into opportunities for growth. I’m active, practical, and combine logic and intuition in my approach to people. Assisting individuals and couples to find a balance between intimacy and autonomy and to recognize their relationship patterns and change those they want to change is one of my specialties. Decreasing anxiety and depression and increasing enjoyment of life is another.
I bring 50 years of experience with a broad range of traditional and non-traditional methods to the process of helping people maximize their strengths, overcome recurrent problems, and transform their challenges into opportunities for growth. I’m active, practical, and combine logic and intuition in my approach to people. Assisting individuals and couples to find a balance between intimacy and autonomy and to recognize their relationship patterns and change those they want to change is one of my specialties. Decreasing anxiety and depression and increasing enjoyment of life is another.
(720) 439-7192 View (720) 439-7192
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Jennifer Jackson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFTC
Verified Verified
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
Whether I am working with couples or individuals, my aim is for everyone to feel safe, heard, and understood.
Hi, my name is Jennifer, and I would love to offer you a safe, compassionate space to work through challenges in two of your most important relationships – with your partner and with yourself. Maybe you and your partner often butt heads because you see things so differently. Or perhaps the two of you have drifted apart, seem to be living parallel lives, and are not sure how to find your way back to each other. Or maybe you find yourself bumping up against old wounds, disempowering narratives, anxiety or other stress related patterns you are ready to be free of!
Whether I am working with couples or individuals, my aim is for everyone to feel safe, heard, and understood.
Hi, my name is Jennifer, and I would love to offer you a safe, compassionate space to work through challenges in two of your most important relationships – with your partner and with yourself. Maybe you and your partner often butt heads because you see things so differently. Or perhaps the two of you have drifted apart, seem to be living parallel lives, and are not sure how to find your way back to each other. Or maybe you find yourself bumping up against old wounds, disempowering narratives, anxiety or other stress related patterns you are ready to be free of!
(720) 817-5278 View (720) 817-5278
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Authentic Self llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
Join me in learning the skills, tools, and techniques to consciously create the life and relationships that you desire. Life experiences can lead to; PTSD, anxiety, depression, conflict, grief, anger, hopelessness, and confusion that can make us feel out of control and overwhelmed. I support individuals and couples to empower themselves through modern counseling skills, plant medicine, and ancient healing techniques for creating health and happiness in all areas of life. Alongside counseling, I also offer guided medicine journeys including; Ketamine and Psilocybin, as well as integration of all types of psychedelic experiences.
Join me in learning the skills, tools, and techniques to consciously create the life and relationships that you desire. Life experiences can lead to; PTSD, anxiety, depression, conflict, grief, anger, hopelessness, and confusion that can make us feel out of control and overwhelmed. I support individuals and couples to empower themselves through modern counseling skills, plant medicine, and ancient healing techniques for creating health and happiness in all areas of life. Alongside counseling, I also offer guided medicine journeys including; Ketamine and Psilocybin, as well as integration of all types of psychedelic experiences.
(970) 454-7140 View (970) 454-7140
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Jennifer Sleek
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups.
Entering into therapy is an important decision, and finding the right therapist is essential to a successful experience. I believe that every person is deserving of compassion and honor, and is capable of living a rich and satisfying life. Each client is unique and very important to me, and together we will create an approach that works best for you. In our sessions, I focus on empowering emotional, physical, mental, social, and spiritual well being. I believe that we can do our best work together when we come to a shared understanding of your specific challenges and find helpful ways to work on them.
I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups.
Entering into therapy is an important decision, and finding the right therapist is essential to a successful experience. I believe that every person is deserving of compassion and honor, and is capable of living a rich and satisfying life. Each client is unique and very important to me, and together we will create an approach that works best for you. In our sessions, I focus on empowering emotional, physical, mental, social, and spiritual well being. I believe that we can do our best work together when we come to a shared understanding of your specific challenges and find helpful ways to work on them.
(303) 625-6672 View (303) 625-6672
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Kim Emmert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80302
I will support you to know yourself better - by exploring your life and relationship patterns.
Are you feeling alone and isolated during this time of profound change and uncertainty happening all around us? Do you generally feel that you’re doing okay but sometimes you just need to let down the walls and cry or just be heard in all your fears and worries? If you need or want support, please know that you are not alone and please reach out to me or someone else. In my work as a Psychotherapist, a great deal of what I do when working with my clients is to just be there to care, listen and offer support however you most need it. When I use the word “support” what I mean is that hopefully you will feel less alone in your world.
I will support you to know yourself better - by exploring your life and relationship patterns.
Are you feeling alone and isolated during this time of profound change and uncertainty happening all around us? Do you generally feel that you’re doing okay but sometimes you just need to let down the walls and cry or just be heard in all your fears and worries? If you need or want support, please know that you are not alone and please reach out to me or someone else. In my work as a Psychotherapist, a great deal of what I do when working with my clients is to just be there to care, listen and offer support however you most need it. When I use the word “support” what I mean is that hopefully you will feel less alone in your world.
(617) 826-5942 View (617) 826-5942
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Max Woodfin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
I work primarily with those suffering from grief and depression, individuals working to strengthen their role in a lifelong relationship, and people who have experienced psychological trauma.
For years I have worked with clients who are moving through major life transitions and grief, or working with depression, anxiety, or psychological trauma. When we suffer from distress, I believe we are simply "forgetting" our natural wisdom and the fundamental health that lies beneath our outward problems. Underlying my work is a essential belief that our soul is on a journey in this human body, and we are here to learn deep lessons and celebrate the gift of being human - this implies my optimistic view of human psychological distress.
I work primarily with those suffering from grief and depression, individuals working to strengthen their role in a lifelong relationship, and people who have experienced psychological trauma.
For years I have worked with clients who are moving through major life transitions and grief, or working with depression, anxiety, or psychological trauma. When we suffer from distress, I believe we are simply "forgetting" our natural wisdom and the fundamental health that lies beneath our outward problems. Underlying my work is a essential belief that our soul is on a journey in this human body, and we are here to learn deep lessons and celebrate the gift of being human - this implies my optimistic view of human psychological distress.
(720) 605-4205 View (720) 605-4205
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Annemarie Carzoli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
There is hope. Feeling stuck, pain, or discomfort is a natural part of being human, but the pain doesn't have to control your daily life. The challenges you face may stem from trauma, depression, anxiety, or the struggle to make a relationship succeed. I am a body-centered psychotherapist interested in your well-being and in helping you understand the source of your pain. I would like to get to know you and provide a space where you can show up just as you are; where transformation and healing can take place. Together we will help you embody your strengths and internal wisdom to break unhealthy patterns and help you move forward.
There is hope. Feeling stuck, pain, or discomfort is a natural part of being human, but the pain doesn't have to control your daily life. The challenges you face may stem from trauma, depression, anxiety, or the struggle to make a relationship succeed. I am a body-centered psychotherapist interested in your well-being and in helping you understand the source of your pain. I would like to get to know you and provide a space where you can show up just as you are; where transformation and healing can take place. Together we will help you embody your strengths and internal wisdom to break unhealthy patterns and help you move forward.
(720) 580-4876 View (720) 580-4876
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Klara N Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301  (Online Only)
As a certified marriage and family therapist and relationship coach focusing on women empowerment whether they seek individual or couples therapy. My clients are successful, intelligent, conscientious women who hold themselves to high standards. Intimate relationship is challenging. It's tough to get through the week without hurt feelings, upsets, or disagreement. They want to make things work. It feels like nothing ever changes. They feel powerless, unhappy, and unfulfilled. I can help even if their partner is not on board.
As a certified marriage and family therapist and relationship coach focusing on women empowerment whether they seek individual or couples therapy. My clients are successful, intelligent, conscientious women who hold themselves to high standards. Intimate relationship is challenging. It's tough to get through the week without hurt feelings, upsets, or disagreement. They want to make things work. It feels like nothing ever changes. They feel powerless, unhappy, and unfulfilled. I can help even if their partner is not on board.
(720) 821-6460 View (720) 821-6460
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Elizabeth Klaers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACS, SPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
Mindfulness, Interpersonal Trauma Studies, Neuroscience, Child Counseling, Expressive Arts, Brainspotting Level II and clinical work with individuals, couples and children.
Are you facing difficult times related to work, social or romantic relationships? Are you in need of practical strategies or, time to integrate fully what you already know? My approach will support you in making the connections you need internally & externally to overcome challenges and cultivate more ease being fully you. Your willingness to engage in the work will assist you in finding empowerment, increased understanding and acceptance. Specializing in identity development, relational challenges, issues of childhood, grief and life transitions.
Mindfulness, Interpersonal Trauma Studies, Neuroscience, Child Counseling, Expressive Arts, Brainspotting Level II and clinical work with individuals, couples and children.
Are you facing difficult times related to work, social or romantic relationships? Are you in need of practical strategies or, time to integrate fully what you already know? My approach will support you in making the connections you need internally & externally to overcome challenges and cultivate more ease being fully you. Your willingness to engage in the work will assist you in finding empowerment, increased understanding and acceptance. Specializing in identity development, relational challenges, issues of childhood, grief and life transitions.
(720) 815-3755 View (720) 815-3755
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Abigail Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
Are you fed up with feeling stuck? Tired of feeling miserable or unsatisfied? Has your partner finally agreed to couples counseling? Are your parents or teenager driving you nuts? The thought of talking to stranger about your problems can be intimidating, so call me or e-mail me just to see if we're comfortable with each other. If we are, then schedule an appointment. I can help you get unstuck.
Are you fed up with feeling stuck? Tired of feeling miserable or unsatisfied? Has your partner finally agreed to couples counseling? Are your parents or teenager driving you nuts? The thought of talking to stranger about your problems can be intimidating, so call me or e-mail me just to see if we're comfortable with each other. If we are, then schedule an appointment. I can help you get unstuck.
(720) 722-6513 View (720) 722-6513
Photo of Joan H Block, Marriage & Family Therapist in Crossroads, Boulder, CO
Joan H Block
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
The only constant is change. The only certainty is humans are called upon to navigate the challenging upheavals of life's transitions. Receiving assistance with grief issues, trauma, relationship difficulties, or navigating a cancer diagnosis and other chronic disease, is part of the therapeutic experience. The remainder exists in the relationship with one's therapist. After three decades, working with a variety of people from very famous to blue collar workers, I am qualified to understand your unique story. Together we will begin a journey of self discovery having the potential to improve the quality and meaning of your life.
The only constant is change. The only certainty is humans are called upon to navigate the challenging upheavals of life's transitions. Receiving assistance with grief issues, trauma, relationship difficulties, or navigating a cancer diagnosis and other chronic disease, is part of the therapeutic experience. The remainder exists in the relationship with one's therapist. After three decades, working with a variety of people from very famous to blue collar workers, I am qualified to understand your unique story. Together we will begin a journey of self discovery having the potential to improve the quality and meaning of your life.
(720) 897-3419 View (720) 897-3419
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Shane Wachlin | North Boulder Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MFT-C
Verified Verified
Crossroads, Boulder, CO 80301
If you're seeking support for yourself or as a couple, feeling disconnected from your partner, burdened by the grip of anxiety and depression, or grappling with the unique challenges that we all face in this day and age. Your struggle is real, but so is your resilience and I would like to offer my support in helping you find a path forward.
If you're seeking support for yourself or as a couple, feeling disconnected from your partner, burdened by the grip of anxiety and depression, or grappling with the unique challenges that we all face in this day and age. Your struggle is real, but so is your resilience and I would like to offer my support in helping you find a path forward.
(720) 790-6531 View (720) 790-6531

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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.