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Stacy Ford
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, women's issues (infertility, parenting/work issues, menopause, motherhood, grief and loss), adolescents and PTSD/trauma.
Is life currently a struggle? Do you feel anxious, sad or lonely? Do things that use to bring you joy no longer provide you happiness? Is your mental health negatively affecting your relationships, job or family life? Today we face more stressors in our lives than we ever have before. COVID 19, changes in the economy, daily uncertainty has made our lives more challenging than ever. If you feel like old coping skills are no longer working and that support from friends and family isn't enough then it's time to get outside support. Finding someone who will support you during hard times in a non-judgmental, safe space can be helpful.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples, women's issues (infertility, parenting/work issues, menopause, motherhood, grief and loss), adolescents and PTSD/trauma.
Is life currently a struggle? Do you feel anxious, sad or lonely? Do things that use to bring you joy no longer provide you happiness? Is your mental health negatively affecting your relationships, job or family life? Today we face more stressors in our lives than we ever have before. COVID 19, changes in the economy, daily uncertainty has made our lives more challenging than ever. If you feel like old coping skills are no longer working and that support from friends and family isn't enough then it's time to get outside support. Finding someone who will support you during hard times in a non-judgmental, safe space can be helpful.
(720) 477-6472 View (720) 477-6472
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Megan Wilhite
Psychologist, PsyD, CEDS-S
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80112
Do you struggle with disordered eating? Have obsessive thoughts about food or exercise? Or ever feel out of control in your relationship with food or your body? You are not alone.
Many people are under more stress and pressure than ever before - it is ok to be struggling. If you feel overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, experience conflict in your relationship, or are simply looking for healing and growth in your life - now may be the right time to reach out for help. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults, couples, and adolescents on various issues including trauma and abuse, mood disorders, and relationship issues. I am deeply passionate about connecting with and understanding an individual's experience and empowering them to facilitate change in their lives.
Do you struggle with disordered eating? Have obsessive thoughts about food or exercise? Or ever feel out of control in your relationship with food or your body? You are not alone.
Many people are under more stress and pressure than ever before - it is ok to be struggling. If you feel overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, experience conflict in your relationship, or are simply looking for healing and growth in your life - now may be the right time to reach out for help. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults, couples, and adolescents on various issues including trauma and abuse, mood disorders, and relationship issues. I am deeply passionate about connecting with and understanding an individual's experience and empowering them to facilitate change in their lives.
(720) 685-6255 View (720) 685-6255
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Virginia Walton
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW, MFT
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
I specialize in premarital therapy for couples blending families, couples dealing with stepfamily issues, step parenting issues, co-parenting after divorce and individuals moving on from divorce.
Is remarriage and stepfamily life more difficult than you anticipated? Are your children struggling to adapt to a new family situation? Or, are you divorced and struggling with the aftershock of single parenthood and trying to co-parent with your ex? Are you emotionally you depleted, caught in the same conflict again and again with your spouse, stepchild or ex? Being remarried with a stepfamily of my own, I care deeply about helping remarried couples navigate the unique challenges of blending a family.
I specialize in premarital therapy for couples blending families, couples dealing with stepfamily issues, step parenting issues, co-parenting after divorce and individuals moving on from divorce.
Is remarriage and stepfamily life more difficult than you anticipated? Are your children struggling to adapt to a new family situation? Or, are you divorced and struggling with the aftershock of single parenthood and trying to co-parent with your ex? Are you emotionally you depleted, caught in the same conflict again and again with your spouse, stepchild or ex? Being remarried with a stepfamily of my own, I care deeply about helping remarried couples navigate the unique challenges of blending a family.
(720) 506-2299 View (720) 506-2299
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Carrie Hammond
MA, MFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
I support all people looking for the skills they need to communicate, to rebuild their relationship with each other or with themselves- to restore and repair those intimate connections that have slipped away. I work best with motivated clients who are ready to jump in with both feet. I am honest, straight forward and committed to your well-being. I am intimately familiar with despair, panic and anxiety. I want to walk this path with you so that you can find your own unique strength, resilience and determination to crush what’s in front of you. You need a change and you need a guide. Let's march through this together.
I support all people looking for the skills they need to communicate, to rebuild their relationship with each other or with themselves- to restore and repair those intimate connections that have slipped away. I work best with motivated clients who are ready to jump in with both feet. I am honest, straight forward and committed to your well-being. I am intimately familiar with despair, panic and anxiety. I want to walk this path with you so that you can find your own unique strength, resilience and determination to crush what’s in front of you. You need a change and you need a guide. Let's march through this together.
(303) 732-6107 View (303) 732-6107
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Ellie Mental Health - Denver Tech Center
PhD
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
We all deserve to find a therapist who has compassion for us, accepts us for who we are, & genuinely supports us with the changes we want. You can count on our therapists to embody these qualities. We are an outpatient mental health clinic providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families. Our therapists are especially passionate about supporting Veterans & their families, children & teens, pregnant people, first responders & health care providers, teachers, those with chronic health concerns, the LGBTQ+ community, neurodiverse folx, & anyone who has experienced trauma, grief, & loss. New appointments available within a week!
We all deserve to find a therapist who has compassion for us, accepts us for who we are, & genuinely supports us with the changes we want. You can count on our therapists to embody these qualities. We are an outpatient mental health clinic providing therapy to individuals, couples, and families. Our therapists are especially passionate about supporting Veterans & their families, children & teens, pregnant people, first responders & health care providers, teachers, those with chronic health concerns, the LGBTQ+ community, neurodiverse folx, & anyone who has experienced trauma, grief, & loss. New appointments available within a week!
(720) 927-9516 View (720) 927-9516
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Tamara Kiekhaefer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111  (Online Only)
I work w/ people ages 15+ providing individual, family & couples therapy w/ a cognitive-behavioral approach.
Being in the field of mental health since 1994, I've worked in juvenile halls, in-patient mental health hospitals (adults & adolescents),EAP's. I've facilitated court ordered domestic violence treatment groups for men & women and I've maintained a private practice since 2002. Day, evening and weekend hours available. In addition, I am a certified yoga instructor and offer yoga therapy. Combining mind, body, spirit promotes personal growth.
I work w/ people ages 15+ providing individual, family & couples therapy w/ a cognitive-behavioral approach.
Being in the field of mental health since 1994, I've worked in juvenile halls, in-patient mental health hospitals (adults & adolescents),EAP's. I've facilitated court ordered domestic violence treatment groups for men & women and I've maintained a private practice since 2002. Day, evening and weekend hours available. In addition, I am a certified yoga instructor and offer yoga therapy. Combining mind, body, spirit promotes personal growth.
(720) 443-2316 View (720) 443-2316
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Lauren H. Kerstein LCSW, P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Lauren Kerstein LCSW, P.C. specializes in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. After receiving BA's in Education and Psychology at Washington University in St. Louis, Lauren received her MSW from GWB School of Social Work. Lauren completed a post-masters fellowship at JFK Partners. The practice of Lauren Kerstein provides a strength-based, individualized approach to support people through the lifespan with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, behavioral challenges, mental health issues, autism spectrum disorders, adjustment issues, relationship skill difficulties, and executive function concerns.
Lauren Kerstein LCSW, P.C. specializes in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. After receiving BA's in Education and Psychology at Washington University in St. Louis, Lauren received her MSW from GWB School of Social Work. Lauren completed a post-masters fellowship at JFK Partners. The practice of Lauren Kerstein provides a strength-based, individualized approach to support people through the lifespan with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, behavioral challenges, mental health issues, autism spectrum disorders, adjustment issues, relationship skill difficulties, and executive function concerns.
(303) 647-5883 View (303) 647-5883
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Gitit Kaufman - Connecting Dots Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
If you are struggling with anxiety, grief, or relationship issues, it's normal to feel exhausted, helpless, and uncertain about where to turn. These difficulties can affect your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being and make it hard to move forward. But you don't have to go through this alone. Together, we can help you break the cycle of negative thought patterns, obtain new practical and healthy tools, and create healthy, fulfilling habits that serve you and your loved ones.
If you are struggling with anxiety, grief, or relationship issues, it's normal to feel exhausted, helpless, and uncertain about where to turn. These difficulties can affect your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being and make it hard to move forward. But you don't have to go through this alone. Together, we can help you break the cycle of negative thought patterns, obtain new practical and healthy tools, and create healthy, fulfilling habits that serve you and your loved ones.
(720) 310-6523 View (720) 310-6523
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Victor B Herring
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
People seek therapy when they have exhausted their efforts to resolve their own problems and feel ineffective in doing so. Pursuing change is a courageous act. You are no longer willing to settle for a painful existence and want to be happier. Good for you! I work with children, adolescents, individual adults, and couples. My job is to be trustworthy and create an atmosphere of safety where my clients can explore their issues with confidentiality. I am flexible in my approach and do not use cookie cutter strategies. You deserve to be treated with dignity, respect, compassion; you will be.
People seek therapy when they have exhausted their efforts to resolve their own problems and feel ineffective in doing so. Pursuing change is a courageous act. You are no longer willing to settle for a painful existence and want to be happier. Good for you! I work with children, adolescents, individual adults, and couples. My job is to be trustworthy and create an atmosphere of safety where my clients can explore their issues with confidentiality. I am flexible in my approach and do not use cookie cutter strategies. You deserve to be treated with dignity, respect, compassion; you will be.
(303) 900-5678 View (303) 900-5678
New Reflections Counseling, Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Couples Therapy/Relationship Therapy, LGBTQ Individual Therapy Family Therapy, Parenting Education/Techniques, Chemical & Codependency/Gambling Grief and Loss, Trauma/PTSD/EMDR Children/Adolescence/Teen Issues, Anger Management, Eating Disorder/ Weight Loss/ Disordered Eating.
New Reflections Counseling, Inc was founded in 2012 by Lisa Abrotsky who is committed to providing a better tomorrow for all individuals and families. A knowledgeable therapist providing assistance to individuals suffering from a variety of relational issues, such as anxiety, depression, family issues, and marital distress.
Couples Therapy/Relationship Therapy, LGBTQ Individual Therapy Family Therapy, Parenting Education/Techniques, Chemical & Codependency/Gambling Grief and Loss, Trauma/PTSD/EMDR Children/Adolescence/Teen Issues, Anger Management, Eating Disorder/ Weight Loss/ Disordered Eating.
New Reflections Counseling, Inc was founded in 2012 by Lisa Abrotsky who is committed to providing a better tomorrow for all individuals and families. A knowledgeable therapist providing assistance to individuals suffering from a variety of relational issues, such as anxiety, depression, family issues, and marital distress.
(561) 867-3927 View (561) 867-3927
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Harley Cantor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFTC
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
The Stratford Clinic currently has availability for couples, families, and individuals both in-person or via telehealth! I am originally from the United Kingdom, but have lived in the U.S. for over a decade and focus on working with couples and families, but also work with individuals. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, my systemic training informs my expertise in the fundamental dynamics of all types of relationships.
The Stratford Clinic currently has availability for couples, families, and individuals both in-person or via telehealth! I am originally from the United Kingdom, but have lived in the U.S. for over a decade and focus on working with couples and families, but also work with individuals. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, my systemic training informs my expertise in the fundamental dynamics of all types of relationships.
(720) 915-4618 View (720) 915-4618
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Carson Miles
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
My training includes Emotionally Focused Therapy (Core Skills) for couples.
Maybe you’re saying, “I can’t do this anymore!” And you mean it. Can’t pretend life is okay. Can’t sleep at night. Can’t fight that awful feeling. Whatever you’re facing, I want you to have a plan for how you will get through this season and move forward. I provide a safe place for your story to be heard and understood, so you can gain perspective and learn from it. As with woodworking or planting a garden, the choice to engage in counseling stirs up dust and dirt. But it’s for the sake of creating a life that is meaningful and fruitful. Often, it’s not easy, but it is rewarding. And you don’t have to struggle alone.
My training includes Emotionally Focused Therapy (Core Skills) for couples.
Maybe you’re saying, “I can’t do this anymore!” And you mean it. Can’t pretend life is okay. Can’t sleep at night. Can’t fight that awful feeling. Whatever you’re facing, I want you to have a plan for how you will get through this season and move forward. I provide a safe place for your story to be heard and understood, so you can gain perspective and learn from it. As with woodworking or planting a garden, the choice to engage in counseling stirs up dust and dirt. But it’s for the sake of creating a life that is meaningful and fruitful. Often, it’s not easy, but it is rewarding. And you don’t have to struggle alone.
(720) 325-5801 View (720) 325-5801
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Camille L. Reich
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
True Happiness and Stability Stems from the Quality of our Significant Relationships! I work from a strength-based, solution-focused, and systemic or relational orientation, all are evidence-based approaches. I focus on people's strengths and possibilities while addressing their real life difficulties. I also practice child-centered play therapy and provide personality, relationship (couple) and career assessments. I believe in a holistic approach to the therapeutic process that incorporates biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions empowering a person or family towards mastering life to its fullest. I look forward to consulting with you!
True Happiness and Stability Stems from the Quality of our Significant Relationships! I work from a strength-based, solution-focused, and systemic or relational orientation, all are evidence-based approaches. I focus on people's strengths and possibilities while addressing their real life difficulties. I also practice child-centered play therapy and provide personality, relationship (couple) and career assessments. I believe in a holistic approach to the therapeutic process that incorporates biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions empowering a person or family towards mastering life to its fullest. I look forward to consulting with you!
(303) 479-4296 View (303) 479-4296
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Virginia(Ginny) Epen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
I have a diversified practice with adults, couples, adolescents and families, providing counseling during difficult times in your life.
Have you thought about going to a mental health professional and you keep putting it off? Tired of feeling depressed and overwhelmed? I am a licensed professional mental health counselor. I am empathetic and compassionate and my goal is to provide a place for you to deal with whatever is troubling you, and to help you move on to a happier life. My work with you is important to me and I want your counseling experience to be a rewarding one. I will do my best to make that happen.
I have a diversified practice with adults, couples, adolescents and families, providing counseling during difficult times in your life.
Have you thought about going to a mental health professional and you keep putting it off? Tired of feeling depressed and overwhelmed? I am a licensed professional mental health counselor. I am empathetic and compassionate and my goal is to provide a place for you to deal with whatever is troubling you, and to help you move on to a happier life. My work with you is important to me and I want your counseling experience to be a rewarding one. I will do my best to make that happen.
(303) 351-5834 View (303) 351-5834
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Jennifer Kane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Jennifer Kane, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
The relationship between client and therapist is crucial to a successful outcome of therapy.
I'm thrilled to have a full time office to offer clients in person sessions, as well as video or phone for those who prefer. I especially enjoy seeing couples in person as we grapple with issues of communication, fidelity, substance use, intimacy, or even whether or not to continue the relationship. Similarly, I like working with adult individual clients to work on a behavior or relationship that is keeping them stuck, or on ways to understand and manage emotions and needs to get the best out of life.
The relationship between client and therapist is crucial to a successful outcome of therapy.
I'm thrilled to have a full time office to offer clients in person sessions, as well as video or phone for those who prefer. I especially enjoy seeing couples in person as we grapple with issues of communication, fidelity, substance use, intimacy, or even whether or not to continue the relationship. Similarly, I like working with adult individual clients to work on a behavior or relationship that is keeping them stuck, or on ways to understand and manage emotions and needs to get the best out of life.
(720) 797-7185 View (720) 797-7185
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Joelle Kruml
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111  (Online Only)
The key to a successful therapeutic relationship is the right collaborative fit. Finding this fit can be a difficult task, especially when most of us wait until we are at the end of our rope- with our partner, our children, our employer, ourselves, etc., before we begin looking for some assistance. I have experience with a wide variety of issues from depression and anxiety to adolescent issues and assessment. I serve adults, families, couples, adolescents and children.
The key to a successful therapeutic relationship is the right collaborative fit. Finding this fit can be a difficult task, especially when most of us wait until we are at the end of our rope- with our partner, our children, our employer, ourselves, etc., before we begin looking for some assistance. I have experience with a wide variety of issues from depression and anxiety to adolescent issues and assessment. I serve adults, families, couples, adolescents and children.
(720) 410-5168 View (720) 410-5168
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Tiffany Van Deren
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Individuals, Couples and Families. True happiness and personal stability stems from the quality of our significant relationships! I work from a systemic or relational orientation as well as a strength-based & solution-focused perspective. My emphasis is on an individual's strengths and untapped potential while addressing their current daily challenges. I enjoy helping others identify their core values & redefining purpose in life that's relevant and relational. I believe in a holistic approach to the therapeutic process that incorporates psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions. I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
Individuals, Couples and Families. True happiness and personal stability stems from the quality of our significant relationships! I work from a systemic or relational orientation as well as a strength-based & solution-focused perspective. My emphasis is on an individual's strengths and untapped potential while addressing their current daily challenges. I enjoy helping others identify their core values & redefining purpose in life that's relevant and relational. I believe in a holistic approach to the therapeutic process that incorporates psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions. I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
(303) 816-8183 View (303) 816-8183
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Kate Calhoon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
I work with clients on a broad range of concerns including depression, anxiety, healing from trauma, eating disorders, relationship issues, life transitions, grief and loss, and more.
Hello! I am a clinical psychologist providing therapy services in the South Denver area. Since you are searching this website, you have already begun the important (and often challenging) process of seeking positive change. I recognize this takes both motivation and courage. I'm a big believer in people's ability to make significant changes in their lives. You are on your way. It would be a pleasure and privilege to be your partner and collaborator in this process.
I work with clients on a broad range of concerns including depression, anxiety, healing from trauma, eating disorders, relationship issues, life transitions, grief and loss, and more.
Hello! I am a clinical psychologist providing therapy services in the South Denver area. Since you are searching this website, you have already begun the important (and often challenging) process of seeking positive change. I recognize this takes both motivation and courage. I'm a big believer in people's ability to make significant changes in their lives. You are on your way. It would be a pleasure and privilege to be your partner and collaborator in this process.
(720) 903-1887 View (720) 903-1887
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Jeanie Engelbert
Marriage & Family Therapist, ThD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
I help couples and individuals overcome personal and relational dynamics that interfere with personal fulfillment. I focus on identifying and utilizing strengths while teaching skills that foster self-reliance and interdependence. My most successful clients are motivated to change, have the capacity for insight, and the desire to take charge of their lives. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, relational difficulties and life transitions. I work with couples and individuals who are struggling with communication, infidelity, and unhealthy relational dynamics.
I help couples and individuals overcome personal and relational dynamics that interfere with personal fulfillment. I focus on identifying and utilizing strengths while teaching skills that foster self-reliance and interdependence. My most successful clients are motivated to change, have the capacity for insight, and the desire to take charge of their lives. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, relational difficulties and life transitions. I work with couples and individuals who are struggling with communication, infidelity, and unhealthy relational dynamics.
(720) 903-3259 View (720) 903-3259
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Patty Kozma
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MFTC, MA
Verified Verified
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
I work with families, couples, and individuals.
With an approach of empathy and compassion, I work with individuals and couples to provide strategic and experiential solutions to the struggle that has brought you in.  I will listen to understand and we will work together in a safe and open space.  I hope to strengthen what's already inside of you and help you develop a greater self-awareness. I bring years of life experience to this work. Please know that you are not alone and that - with gratitude and optimism - there is hope to renew your heart and re-establish the important relationships in your life, including the one with yourself.
I work with families, couples, and individuals.
With an approach of empathy and compassion, I work with individuals and couples to provide strategic and experiential solutions to the struggle that has brought you in.  I will listen to understand and we will work together in a safe and open space.  I hope to strengthen what's already inside of you and help you develop a greater self-awareness. I bring years of life experience to this work. Please know that you are not alone and that - with gratitude and optimism - there is hope to renew your heart and re-establish the important relationships in your life, including the one with yourself.
(720) 613-2471 View (720) 613-2471

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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.