Therapists in Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO

Photo of Kristin Mefford, Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate in Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO
Kristin Mefford
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I specialize in anxiety, trauma, & relationship issues. Anxiety doesn't have to be something you just live with - you can learn to manage it. Your trauma or abuse story may stem from chilchood abuse, neglect or attachment wounding, or perhpas your've been wounded spiritually or relationally as an adult. Improving your mental health can change your life, restore hope, heal emotional wounds, & move your life and relationships in the direction you desire. Counseling is a journey - sometimes tough, always rewarding - and I'd be honored to join you on yours. Christian counseling is an option if you prefer faith woven into counseling.
I specialize in anxiety, trauma, & relationship issues. Anxiety doesn't have to be something you just live with - you can learn to manage it. Your trauma or abuse story may stem from chilchood abuse, neglect or attachment wounding, or perhpas your've been wounded spiritually or relationally as an adult. Improving your mental health can change your life, restore hope, heal emotional wounds, & move your life and relationships in the direction you desire. Counseling is a journey - sometimes tough, always rewarding - and I'd be honored to join you on yours. Christian counseling is an option if you prefer faith woven into counseling.
(719) 974-4665 View (719) 974-4665
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Jordan Polk
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Life presents us with a variety of unique challenges, whether it's navigating the intricacies of neurospicy experiences, exploring the dynamics of relationship constellations, addressing LGBTQIA+ issues, supporting military and military spouses, or anything in between.
Navigating emotions can be quite challenging, don’t you think? It often seems more convenient to bury them deep inside. What if we allowed ourselves to laugh and cry our way through them? Recognizing the power of laughter and the significance of embracing all emotions is incredibly important. I believe that laughter is indeed one of the best medicines, but I also know that every emotion has a meaningful place in our lives. This is a safe and inclusive space for everyone. I'll meet you exactly where you are in your emotional journey, creating a collaborative, non-judgmental, and authentic environment where growth can flourish.
Life presents us with a variety of unique challenges, whether it's navigating the intricacies of neurospicy experiences, exploring the dynamics of relationship constellations, addressing LGBTQIA+ issues, supporting military and military spouses, or anything in between.
Navigating emotions can be quite challenging, don’t you think? It often seems more convenient to bury them deep inside. What if we allowed ourselves to laugh and cry our way through them? Recognizing the power of laughter and the significance of embracing all emotions is incredibly important. I believe that laughter is indeed one of the best medicines, but I also know that every emotion has a meaningful place in our lives. This is a safe and inclusive space for everyone. I'll meet you exactly where you are in your emotional journey, creating a collaborative, non-judgmental, and authentic environment where growth can flourish.
(719) 800-7337 View (719) 800-7337
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Marilyn D Reese
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Accepting New Clients for Individuals and Couples Therapy! Whatever your issues, past, present or future, I am here to listen to you, to be fully present with you and to provide a safe space for you to be you. The frustrations of everyday life and the difficulties of personal relationships can be challenging. I can help you to find better solutions to cope with your challenges and help you to relate in healthier ways with yourself and with others. My passion is to help you to improve your mental and emotional well-being, to better understand yourself and others, and to assist you in achieving your goals for therapy.
Accepting New Clients for Individuals and Couples Therapy! Whatever your issues, past, present or future, I am here to listen to you, to be fully present with you and to provide a safe space for you to be you. The frustrations of everyday life and the difficulties of personal relationships can be challenging. I can help you to find better solutions to cope with your challenges and help you to relate in healthier ways with yourself and with others. My passion is to help you to improve your mental and emotional well-being, to better understand yourself and others, and to assist you in achieving your goals for therapy.
(719) 259-2788 View (719) 259-2788
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Aubrey Reel River Of Life Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
As a counselor and as a fellow human being that has struggled, I believe re-establishing trust in our intuition is key. My specialties are Narcississtic Abuse Recovery, Spiritual struggles, Spiritual/Emotional Abuse, Relationship/Marriage Counseling, Divorce Recovery, Life Transitions, Anxiety, and Depression.
As a counselor and as a fellow human being that has struggled, I believe re-establishing trust in our intuition is key. My specialties are Narcississtic Abuse Recovery, Spiritual struggles, Spiritual/Emotional Abuse, Relationship/Marriage Counseling, Divorce Recovery, Life Transitions, Anxiety, and Depression.
(719) 735-8952 View (719) 735-8952
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Jan Robles
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80918  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Jan, and I am an established psychotherapist with over 39 years of experience and specialize in counseling for both individuals and couples. If you are new to therapy or have tried different approaches but feel the need to address your issues in new ways, I would be honored to be part of that sometimes difficult undertaking. My focus will be seeing you as a whole, unique person and providing a safe, supportive space for you to express yourself. I will be your sounding board, someone who can walk beside you as we explore your past experiences, focus on the present impact, and work on strengthening the future you.
Hello! My name is Jan, and I am an established psychotherapist with over 39 years of experience and specialize in counseling for both individuals and couples. If you are new to therapy or have tried different approaches but feel the need to address your issues in new ways, I would be honored to be part of that sometimes difficult undertaking. My focus will be seeing you as a whole, unique person and providing a safe, supportive space for you to express yourself. I will be your sounding board, someone who can walk beside you as we explore your past experiences, focus on the present impact, and work on strengthening the future you.
(719) 398-5654 View (719) 398-5654
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Timothy Scudder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
As a counselor, my goal is to partner with you on your journey and not to dictate a pre-designed cookie-cutter approach. My style is to collaborate with you in exploring your values, goals, and needs. Together we will work on understanding what makes you unique and the best ways for you to pursue health.
As a counselor, my goal is to partner with you on your journey and not to dictate a pre-designed cookie-cutter approach. My style is to collaborate with you in exploring your values, goals, and needs. Together we will work on understanding what makes you unique and the best ways for you to pursue health.
(719) 212-4780 View (719) 212-4780
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Rob Carlson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR, ACS
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Waitlist for new clients
With couples, I utilize the Prepare/Enrich inventory, among other means to develop relational wholeness.
We all face times when we don't know the way forward, when relationships are hard, when we're not sure we can ever get past the pain. But there's hope. I'm honored to get to journey alongside people as they navigate and learn to grow through the difficult areas of their lives. Together, we can work through your struggle and pain so you can walk forward confidently in your life.
With couples, I utilize the Prepare/Enrich inventory, among other means to develop relational wholeness.
We all face times when we don't know the way forward, when relationships are hard, when we're not sure we can ever get past the pain. But there's hope. I'm honored to get to journey alongside people as they navigate and learn to grow through the difficult areas of their lives. Together, we can work through your struggle and pain so you can walk forward confidently in your life.
(719) 375-2119 View (719) 375-2119
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Bridget A. Ballard-Cummins
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BS, SD, EMDR
Verified Verified
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I am passionate in the use communication skills, working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career development, transitions in life, and grief/loss.
Balancing can be hard to do when your foundation seems unstable. I would like to help you get back on solid ground. I make it a point to learn from every individual how the issue has affected their life. I listen to each client as they explain their perspective of the problem and assist them in setting reachable goals to work towards. I encourage individuals to seek to find answers to questions. The client is the center of the therapy.
I am passionate in the use communication skills, working with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career development, transitions in life, and grief/loss.
Balancing can be hard to do when your foundation seems unstable. I would like to help you get back on solid ground. I make it a point to learn from every individual how the issue has affected their life. I listen to each client as they explain their perspective of the problem and assist them in setting reachable goals to work towards. I encourage individuals to seek to find answers to questions. The client is the center of the therapy.
(719) 748-7990 View (719) 748-7990
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Bonnie Harris
Counselor, MA, CMHP, CCTP, EMDR, PTSD, AASAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Reaching out for help is the first step on the path to your healing. Walking alongside my clients, finding the best therapeutic techniques to fit your individual needs. Encouraging and empowering my clients along the path as you experience healing and wholeness as you begin a new chapter in your life. I specialize in working with women: Partner Betrayal Trauma, Intimacy Anorexia, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and PTSD.
Reaching out for help is the first step on the path to your healing. Walking alongside my clients, finding the best therapeutic techniques to fit your individual needs. Encouraging and empowering my clients along the path as you experience healing and wholeness as you begin a new chapter in your life. I specialize in working with women: Partner Betrayal Trauma, Intimacy Anorexia, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and PTSD.
(719) 417-5459 View (719) 417-5459
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Dr. Jess Pearson-Allen
Psychologist, PhD, LP, BCBA, LBA-TX
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Wherever you are in your journey, you don’t have to travel alone. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and post-doctoral neuropsychology fellow supervised by Dr. J. Blair Cano (Cano Consulting) and Dr. Emily Inman (The Center for Cognitive Health). I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals who are neurodiverse. I provide neuropsychological assessment and psychotherapy services to people across the lifespan including EMDR, neurofeedback, child-centered play therapy, child-parent relationship training, activity therapy for adolescents, and attachment-based psychotherapy for adults.
Wherever you are in your journey, you don’t have to travel alone. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and post-doctoral neuropsychology fellow supervised by Dr. J. Blair Cano (Cano Consulting) and Dr. Emily Inman (The Center for Cognitive Health). I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals who are neurodiverse. I provide neuropsychological assessment and psychotherapy services to people across the lifespan including EMDR, neurofeedback, child-centered play therapy, child-parent relationship training, activity therapy for adolescents, and attachment-based psychotherapy for adults.
(719) 745-5103 View (719) 745-5103
Photo of Chad Summers In Person And Online, Licensed Professional Counselor in Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO
Chad Summers In Person And Online
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CACREP, CAC 1, CAC 2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Chad Summers here, I have over a decade of experience in the mental health field. With expertise in anxiety, stress-related disorders, depression, and more, I offer a compassionate and evidence-based approach to guide you on your journey towards mental well-being. In addition, I am also experienced in relationship counseling. Through a collaborative and client-centered process, I aim to create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your challenges, gain insights, and develop practical strategies for lasting change. As a dedicated therapist, I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, tailored to meet your unique needs.
Chad Summers here, I have over a decade of experience in the mental health field. With expertise in anxiety, stress-related disorders, depression, and more, I offer a compassionate and evidence-based approach to guide you on your journey towards mental well-being. In addition, I am also experienced in relationship counseling. Through a collaborative and client-centered process, I aim to create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your challenges, gain insights, and develop practical strategies for lasting change. As a dedicated therapist, I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, tailored to meet your unique needs.
(719) 356-2991 View (719) 356-2991
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Mickey McKinley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I have helped hundreds of individuals, couples and families find the happy, peaceful lives they are searching for.
If parts of your life are filled with conflict or confusion, I want to meet you where you are and help you find effective ways to cope and even thrive. Or, if you are a parent and/or spouse searching for more peace and structure in your household, I can help.
I have helped hundreds of individuals, couples and families find the happy, peaceful lives they are searching for.
If parts of your life are filled with conflict or confusion, I want to meet you where you are and help you find effective ways to cope and even thrive. Or, if you are a parent and/or spouse searching for more peace and structure in your household, I can help.
(719) 350-6041 View (719) 350-6041
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Krystoffer L Bowman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC/ACS, BC-TMH, EMDR, EAGALA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Many clients are couples and families associated with trauma-saturated professions such as first responders, military service, ministry, non-profit organizations, and community/government leaders.
Is life what you thought it would be like, how it was “supposed to” be? Are you doing what you know you are supposed to, what you have been told is expected of you, yet your world is not improving? You still have choices, and you can make change happen. Often, our behaviors that interfere with achieving the life you deserve have protected your well-being or your relationship for many years. Whether it is trauma saturation, professional boundaries, intimacy avoidance, or unwanted addictive behaviors, you no longer have to react alone but can now respond with someone beside you.
Many clients are couples and families associated with trauma-saturated professions such as first responders, military service, ministry, non-profit organizations, and community/government leaders.
Is life what you thought it would be like, how it was “supposed to” be? Are you doing what you know you are supposed to, what you have been told is expected of you, yet your world is not improving? You still have choices, and you can make change happen. Often, our behaviors that interfere with achieving the life you deserve have protected your well-being or your relationship for many years. Whether it is trauma saturation, professional boundaries, intimacy avoidance, or unwanted addictive behaviors, you no longer have to react alone but can now respond with someone beside you.
(719) 249-7101 View (719) 249-7101
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Craig Constantinos
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80918  (Online Only)
I have found success with individuals, couples, and families and have been able to help even those in marriages or life situations that seem hopeless.
My work with people is about getting to the root of the issue. I am a third-generation pastor and a counselor and that helps me to look at both the spiritual and psychological paths to finding solutions. Utilizing pastoral counseling experience from different countries and therapies like REBT and EMDR, I have been able to help all kinds of people to take steps forward in their lives that will lead to long-lasting changes.
I have found success with individuals, couples, and families and have been able to help even those in marriages or life situations that seem hopeless.
My work with people is about getting to the root of the issue. I am a third-generation pastor and a counselor and that helps me to look at both the spiritual and psychological paths to finding solutions. Utilizing pastoral counseling experience from different countries and therapies like REBT and EMDR, I have been able to help all kinds of people to take steps forward in their lives that will lead to long-lasting changes.
(719) 722-3758 View (719) 722-3758
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Kelly Gillespie, River of Life Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Hopeless? Overwhelmed? Tired of feeling sadness, anger, & worry? Ready to get your life back? I specialize in divorce recovery, relationship/ marriage counseling, recovering from narcissistic relationships & abuse, parental alienation & reunification, co-parenting & communication in high conflict divorces. I, also, work with anxiety and depression issues. Sometimes the circumstances around us do not change but be encouraged that taking a STEP FORWARD can be the first step towards hope and healing. I work with individuals, couples, & families. I, also, offer teletherapy and video sessions.
Hopeless? Overwhelmed? Tired of feeling sadness, anger, & worry? Ready to get your life back? I specialize in divorce recovery, relationship/ marriage counseling, recovering from narcissistic relationships & abuse, parental alienation & reunification, co-parenting & communication in high conflict divorces. I, also, work with anxiety and depression issues. Sometimes the circumstances around us do not change but be encouraged that taking a STEP FORWARD can be the first step towards hope and healing. I work with individuals, couples, & families. I, also, offer teletherapy and video sessions.
(719) 375-2006 View (719) 375-2006
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Steven Ogden Kidd
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80907  (Online Only)
Do things feel overwhelming right now? If so, good for you for reaching out for help. You are taking action to live better. With over thirty years of practice, I have worked with hundreds of clients, moving from immobilized to energized toward living more satisfied lives. Whether your current challenge is internal, like symptoms of depression or anxiety, or external, such as relationship or job stress, we can work together to make it better. I have a particular interest in working together with folks who are trying to put their past behind them.
Do things feel overwhelming right now? If so, good for you for reaching out for help. You are taking action to live better. With over thirty years of practice, I have worked with hundreds of clients, moving from immobilized to energized toward living more satisfied lives. Whether your current challenge is internal, like symptoms of depression or anxiety, or external, such as relationship or job stress, we can work together to make it better. I have a particular interest in working together with folks who are trying to put their past behind them.
(636) 622-8320 View (636) 622-8320
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Nicholas Fry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Freedom from Your Past, a Path to the Future! I offer individual therapy and couples counseling both in-person at my private office in Downtown Colorado Springs, and online throughout Colorado. In our sessions we will ride the line between spirituality and psychology. You will learn to be comfortable with discomfort. I will help you connect with yourself on a deeper level. We will uncover your patterns, learn how to implement boundaries, and develop a relationship with yourself. From the minute we meet we will be building a relationship based on trust and authenticity. I strive to create a place where you can be yourself.
Freedom from Your Past, a Path to the Future! I offer individual therapy and couples counseling both in-person at my private office in Downtown Colorado Springs, and online throughout Colorado. In our sessions we will ride the line between spirituality and psychology. You will learn to be comfortable with discomfort. I will help you connect with yourself on a deeper level. We will uncover your patterns, learn how to implement boundaries, and develop a relationship with yourself. From the minute we meet we will be building a relationship based on trust and authenticity. I strive to create a place where you can be yourself.
(719) 800-7084 View (719) 800-7084
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Jordan Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80920
At Rock Your Family, my team and I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families work through challenging issues in their communication and in their interpersonal dynamics. We also are dedicated to helping our clients overcome major issues such as: infidelity, domestic violence, past traumas, abuse, addictions, etc. We have a caring and professional team of licensed and certified counselors that specialize in emotional issues, relationship problems, and clinical disorders.
At Rock Your Family, my team and I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families work through challenging issues in their communication and in their interpersonal dynamics. We also are dedicated to helping our clients overcome major issues such as: infidelity, domestic violence, past traumas, abuse, addictions, etc. We have a caring and professional team of licensed and certified counselors that specialize in emotional issues, relationship problems, and clinical disorders.
(719) 416-4327 View (719) 416-4327
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Rita Petersen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80923
Waitlist for new clients
I'd like to partner with you on your journey to Live Blessed!.
You have a unique story. Your LIFE has meaning. Your story shapes your thoughts, words, feelings and behaviors. If life isn't working out the way you'd hoped, is it time to challenge yourself? Learn to reshape your thoughts, refocus your words, experience new feelings and intentionally choose different behaviors . . . so you can rewrite the rest of your story. Anxiety, depression, divorce, blended families, trauma, PTSD, life transitions; sexual, physical and emotional abuse; sexual addiction, marriage enrichment, women's issues, grief and loss; military life, career changes, sending young adults into new beginnings . . . all can seem overwhelming.
I'd like to partner with you on your journey to Live Blessed!.
You have a unique story. Your LIFE has meaning. Your story shapes your thoughts, words, feelings and behaviors. If life isn't working out the way you'd hoped, is it time to challenge yourself? Learn to reshape your thoughts, refocus your words, experience new feelings and intentionally choose different behaviors . . . so you can rewrite the rest of your story. Anxiety, depression, divorce, blended families, trauma, PTSD, life transitions; sexual, physical and emotional abuse; sexual addiction, marriage enrichment, women's issues, grief and loss; military life, career changes, sending young adults into new beginnings . . . all can seem overwhelming.
(720) 259-6018 View (720) 259-6018
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Bill Bray
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, DMin, LPC
Verified Verified
Northeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
While trained to address a variety of behavioral health issues, I specialize in trauma therapy (specifically, EMDR), relationship counseling and psychotherapy, and spiritual counseling and psychotherapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC; # 5267) with over 20 years of psychotherapy and counseling experience. My goal-my privilege-as a therapist is to help people improve ways of thinking, feeling, and doing - three dimensions that cannot be neglected in therapy. And, because no "one" counseling approach is sufficient to explain all facets of human experience, I employ a variety of orientations including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, family systems, solution-focused, spiritual, and neuroscientific approaches - which I'll gladly discuss more in-depth upon request.
While trained to address a variety of behavioral health issues, I specialize in trauma therapy (specifically, EMDR), relationship counseling and psychotherapy, and spiritual counseling and psychotherapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC; # 5267) with over 20 years of psychotherapy and counseling experience. My goal-my privilege-as a therapist is to help people improve ways of thinking, feeling, and doing - three dimensions that cannot be neglected in therapy. And, because no "one" counseling approach is sufficient to explain all facets of human experience, I employ a variety of orientations including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, family systems, solution-focused, spiritual, and neuroscientific approaches - which I'll gladly discuss more in-depth upon request.
(719) 694-5110 View (719) 694-5110

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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.