Therapists in Jefferson Park, Denver, CO
Jesse Bean
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
I invite you to come find peace and joy again, and to live wholeheartedly in relationship with those you love.
Just a few years ago I was caught up in a cycle of self-doubt, shame, and failure. I was early on in adulthood and already I felt completely worn out; convinced my life would end in ruins. Eventually I was able to seek counseling, and this became a major factor in helping me find a new sense of hope and freedom. I became a counselor out of a desire to share this gift with others. I seek to create a safe space where my clients can find new hope in their journey. When you walk into my office, I want you to know that you are welcome here; you belong, and you matter.
I invite you to come find peace and joy again, and to live wholeheartedly in relationship with those you love.
Just a few years ago I was caught up in a cycle of self-doubt, shame, and failure. I was early on in adulthood and already I felt completely worn out; convinced my life would end in ruins. Eventually I was able to seek counseling, and this became a major factor in helping me find a new sense of hope and freedom. I became a counselor out of a desire to share this gift with others. I seek to create a safe space where my clients can find new hope in their journey. When you walk into my office, I want you to know that you are welcome here; you belong, and you matter.
Harrison Brodwin
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
I invite you to reach out if you think we might be a good fit to work together for individual, couples or group therapy.
It’s nice to find someone you feel like you can be yourself around. I bring with me a sense of humor, warmth and authenticity that fosters connection and trust, especially important for those who are skeptical, or unsure about seeking help. Through this trusting relationship, my clients are better able to access self-compassion and more awareness of patterns that have kept them from achieving contentment, freedom and joy. My clients often struggle with anxiety, depression, shame, anger, low self-esteem, difficulty forming or maintaining relationships, lack of emotional expression or difficulty managing big emotions.
I invite you to reach out if you think we might be a good fit to work together for individual, couples or group therapy.
It’s nice to find someone you feel like you can be yourself around. I bring with me a sense of humor, warmth and authenticity that fosters connection and trust, especially important for those who are skeptical, or unsure about seeking help. Through this trusting relationship, my clients are better able to access self-compassion and more awareness of patterns that have kept them from achieving contentment, freedom and joy. My clients often struggle with anxiety, depression, shame, anger, low self-esteem, difficulty forming or maintaining relationships, lack of emotional expression or difficulty managing big emotions.
Valentina (Tina) Setteducate
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
I am a dually licensed therapist in both California and Colorado. I specialize in helping clients greatly improve their relationships, whether that be with family, a romantic partner, colleagues or friends. Connection and being in relationship is an essential part of the human experience, and when our relationships are feeling off or disconnected, it impacts us deeply. I am passionate about helping my clients identify their relationship patterns and learn how to better communicate their needs in order to feel more fulfilled. I also specialize in helping clients navigate the complicated feelings that come up surrounding a breakup.
I am a dually licensed therapist in both California and Colorado. I specialize in helping clients greatly improve their relationships, whether that be with family, a romantic partner, colleagues or friends. Connection and being in relationship is an essential part of the human experience, and when our relationships are feeling off or disconnected, it impacts us deeply. I am passionate about helping my clients identify their relationship patterns and learn how to better communicate their needs in order to feel more fulfilled. I also specialize in helping clients navigate the complicated feelings that come up surrounding a breakup.
Claire Dowdle
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
Emanate Mental Wellness is a practice of doctorate level psychologists who provide compassionate, flexible psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. While psychotherapy can be a great catharsis, we provide more than that. Therapy at Emanate is an active process that empowers you with tools to change your life. With backgrounds in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, we deliver holistic treatment that is both evidence-based and individualized. Our doctors approach therapy from a strengths-based mindset, believing the process to be most helpful when it aligns people with their most important values.
Emanate Mental Wellness is a practice of doctorate level psychologists who provide compassionate, flexible psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families. While psychotherapy can be a great catharsis, we provide more than that. Therapy at Emanate is an active process that empowers you with tools to change your life. With backgrounds in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, we deliver holistic treatment that is both evidence-based and individualized. Our doctors approach therapy from a strengths-based mindset, believing the process to be most helpful when it aligns people with their most important values.
Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR & Med Management
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211 (Online Only)
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings > book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings > book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR, & Med Management
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LPC, LAC, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma, family and relationship issues, ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma, family and relationship issues, ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Dr. Megan Rinderer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
I work with individuals & couples helping them heal from past traumas & reconnect with themselves & others.
Do you feel like issues from your past are making it so you can't connect with others? Our brains are wired for connection, but trauma rewires them for protection. When we are stuck in protection mode it prevents us from connecting with others and puts us at risk for further hurt. When this happens we may feel broken and stuck repeating patterns that hurt our relationships. Together we will work towards healing and discovering how to connect in a healthy safe way. I specialize in trauma, sexual intimacy after trauma, attachment, relationship concerns, couples, social anxiety, and career issues/life transitions
I work with individuals & couples helping them heal from past traumas & reconnect with themselves & others.
Do you feel like issues from your past are making it so you can't connect with others? Our brains are wired for connection, but trauma rewires them for protection. When we are stuck in protection mode it prevents us from connecting with others and puts us at risk for further hurt. When this happens we may feel broken and stuck repeating patterns that hurt our relationships. Together we will work towards healing and discovering how to connect in a healthy safe way. I specialize in trauma, sexual intimacy after trauma, attachment, relationship concerns, couples, social anxiety, and career issues/life transitions
Mandy Vigil
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
I believe that trust and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship are most important.
Schedule today through my website! > Link in bio. There are many reasons people seek out therapy. Often life can seem out of control, chaotic, and impossible to navigate. Other times people may feel stuck, lost, or overwhelmed with the turns life has taken. Life struggles are inevitable and sometimes people need additional support. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who has worked with diverse populations ranging from children, adolescents to adults and families within settings such as outpatient facilities and clinics. I utilize a client centered, strength-based approach.
I believe that trust and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship are most important.
Schedule today through my website! > Link in bio. There are many reasons people seek out therapy. Often life can seem out of control, chaotic, and impossible to navigate. Other times people may feel stuck, lost, or overwhelmed with the turns life has taken. Life struggles are inevitable and sometimes people need additional support. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who has worked with diverse populations ranging from children, adolescents to adults and families within settings such as outpatient facilities and clinics. I utilize a client centered, strength-based approach.
Carolyn Fulton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
I am an Ackerman trained family therapist and graduate of NYU, practicing individual, family, couple, and support group psychotherapy. I specialize in relationships, intimacy, illness, trauma, and loss. My therapeutic work w/clients focuses on exploring how family, religion, and cultures of origin influence how one learns to adapt in the world, both independently and when exploring new areas of intimacy and connection. I believe in the importance of my own self-awareness, acknowledging that the work in understanding one’s relationship to privilege regarding ethnicity, color, and other intersectional identities are a lifelong study.
I am an Ackerman trained family therapist and graduate of NYU, practicing individual, family, couple, and support group psychotherapy. I specialize in relationships, intimacy, illness, trauma, and loss. My therapeutic work w/clients focuses on exploring how family, religion, and cultures of origin influence how one learns to adapt in the world, both independently and when exploring new areas of intimacy and connection. I believe in the importance of my own self-awareness, acknowledging that the work in understanding one’s relationship to privilege regarding ethnicity, color, and other intersectional identities are a lifelong study.
Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR & Med Management
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LAC, PMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR, & Med Management
Counselor, MSW, MA, LCSW, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website link in bio! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website link in bio! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
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Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR, & Med Managment
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LAC, MFTC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings > book instantly through our website! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings > book instantly through our website! At We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR & Med Management
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, MFT, LAC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211 (Online Only)
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings > book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Our counselors specialize in marital counseling, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, family and other relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, and addiction/substance abuse.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings > book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Jenn Morrison
Counselor, MA, LPCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
ACCEPTING CLIENTS. If you are experiencing a struggle, life change, or unexpected feelings of confusion and fear, sadness and loneliness, I hold a space to explore and connect. If someone is seeking guidance back to their path in life, wondering about meaning and purpose, and find that understanding themselves as a whole within their past, present, and future, then I can align by their side, help with coping with immediate struggles, consider impacts from their life overall, and guide toward connection back to their own inner guide.
ACCEPTING CLIENTS. If you are experiencing a struggle, life change, or unexpected feelings of confusion and fear, sadness and loneliness, I hold a space to explore and connect. If someone is seeking guidance back to their path in life, wondering about meaning and purpose, and find that understanding themselves as a whole within their past, present, and future, then I can align by their side, help with coping with immediate struggles, consider impacts from their life overall, and guide toward connection back to their own inner guide.
Meredith E Guarco
Counselor, LPC, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
Navigating mental health can be a tough journey, especially when societal norms or personal beliefs deem it as a taboo subject. In my practice, I specialize in supporting adults and teens who come from diverse cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. I work with individuals facing trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. My goal is to provide a safe, judgement-free space for individuals to explore their struggles. Additionally, I offer support for women experiencing postpartum anxiety, depression, and infertility.
Navigating mental health can be a tough journey, especially when societal norms or personal beliefs deem it as a taboo subject. In my practice, I specialize in supporting adults and teens who come from diverse cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. I work with individuals facing trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. My goal is to provide a safe, judgement-free space for individuals to explore their struggles. Additionally, I offer support for women experiencing postpartum anxiety, depression, and infertility.
Diana Lin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jefferson Park, Denver, CO 80211
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy working with people to get grounded and focused when they feel overwhelmed and too stressed. I am highly skilled in treating a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, and complex relationships. Together, we will create a plan of what you want to see change in your life and target new strategies to help you live a life of joy, confidence, peace and connection. I offer individual and couples therapy. My professional passions include neurobiology and re-integration, mind-body connections, relational health, intergenerational healing, multicultural practice, and resilience.
I enjoy working with people to get grounded and focused when they feel overwhelmed and too stressed. I am highly skilled in treating a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, and complex relationships. Together, we will create a plan of what you want to see change in your life and target new strategies to help you live a life of joy, confidence, peace and connection. I offer individual and couples therapy. My professional passions include neurobiology and re-integration, mind-body connections, relational health, intergenerational healing, multicultural practice, and resilience.
Online Therapists
Doheny Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80234 (Online Only)
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or simply seeking personal growth and self-discovery, she is here to help.
Doheny Counseling understands that life's challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming, and seeking support can be the first step towards positive change. As a highly trained Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Teresa Doheny brings a wealth of experience, compassion, and dedication to every client she serves. Trained in a variety of modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches also known as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care to include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method Couples Therapy and more.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or simply seeking personal growth and self-discovery, she is here to help.
Doheny Counseling understands that life's challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming, and seeking support can be the first step towards positive change. As a highly trained Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Teresa Doheny brings a wealth of experience, compassion, and dedication to every client she serves. Trained in a variety of modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based approaches also known as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care to include Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method Couples Therapy and more.
Anna Rebecca Quinn (Kujawa)
Counselor, LPC, RPT, IRT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80210
Waitlist for new clients
My therapeutic specialties are too many to list here, but a short list is: couples counseling, Relationship issues, grief, depression, anxiety, parenting, spirituality, career transitions, transgender transitioning, trauma, LGBTQ, life transitions, teen suicide prevention, and health and wellness,.
My name is Anna Rebecca Quinn, (formerly Kujawa), and I am a holistic psychotherapist. I am a therapist who sees you as a whole person comprised of a body, mind, and spirit, and I include all parts of you in your healing journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor of 25 years, a Registered Play Therapist, and a certified Imago Relationship Therapist. My client base these days is comprised mostly of individuals, couples, teens, and elders. I don't currently have a play therapy office to do play therapy for kids, but as a kids therapist of many years, I can be of great service to parents or caregivers who need parenting support.
My therapeutic specialties are too many to list here, but a short list is: couples counseling, Relationship issues, grief, depression, anxiety, parenting, spirituality, career transitions, transgender transitioning, trauma, LGBTQ, life transitions, teen suicide prevention, and health and wellness,.
My name is Anna Rebecca Quinn, (formerly Kujawa), and I am a holistic psychotherapist. I am a therapist who sees you as a whole person comprised of a body, mind, and spirit, and I include all parts of you in your healing journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor of 25 years, a Registered Play Therapist, and a certified Imago Relationship Therapist. My client base these days is comprised mostly of individuals, couples, teens, and elders. I don't currently have a play therapy office to do play therapy for kids, but as a kids therapist of many years, I can be of great service to parents or caregivers who need parenting support.
Bill Snyder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203
I create a safe, trusting and authentic therapeutic relationship with compassion, non-judgment, honesty, and humor.
Changing ourselves, our behavior and our perspective sometimes may feel daunting; however, we are capable to embrace change. I offer centered therapy for anxiety, depression, attachment wounds from difficult childhood experiences. As well as trauma, and stress from high pressures career and work environments. I use CBT, Mindfulness, DBT and couples work. , I believe in comprehensive wellness: emotional, physical, and relational health are interrelated, a small change in one area can affect the whole system. Visit my website: billsnydertherapist.com.
I create a safe, trusting and authentic therapeutic relationship with compassion, non-judgment, honesty, and humor.
Changing ourselves, our behavior and our perspective sometimes may feel daunting; however, we are capable to embrace change. I offer centered therapy for anxiety, depression, attachment wounds from difficult childhood experiences. As well as trauma, and stress from high pressures career and work environments. I use CBT, Mindfulness, DBT and couples work. , I believe in comprehensive wellness: emotional, physical, and relational health are interrelated, a small change in one area can affect the whole system. Visit my website: billsnydertherapist.com.
Gil Shalit
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP, CACIII
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80202
In addition to being a licensed psychotherapist, I am a certified Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, a certified DARe (Dynamic Attachment RePatterning) treatment provider, a certified senior Addictions Counselor and a teacher of the Diamond Approach. I also have certifications in EMDR and Gestalt therapy. I have been adjunct faculty in the Graduate Counseling Psychology programs at Naropa University, and have assisted in professional trauma-resolution trainings domestically & . I have also provided consultation & clinical supervision for therapists and various agencies & hospitals in the Boulder/Denver area. I work with individuals, couples & groups and provide clinical supervision & consultation.
In addition to being a licensed psychotherapist, I am a certified Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, a certified DARe (Dynamic Attachment RePatterning) treatment provider, a certified senior Addictions Counselor and a teacher of the Diamond Approach. I also have certifications in EMDR and Gestalt therapy. I have been adjunct faculty in the Graduate Counseling Psychology programs at Naropa University, and have assisted in professional trauma-resolution trainings domestically & . I have also provided consultation & clinical supervision for therapists and various agencies & hospitals in the Boulder/Denver area. I work with individuals, couples & groups and provide clinical supervision & consultation.
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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.