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Marla Gale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boca Raton, FL 33498
Experience counts. If you are depressed and anxious and or having relationship, family or couples problems, use a professional with over 30 years experience. I am a former Supervisor of Professional Staff at JFS of Bwd Co and a Clinical Professor for Barry U. I have specialized training in CBT, PET, PTSD and am a provider for the Military. Learn problem solving tecniques and communication skills that will improve every aspect of your life. Therapy is a very collaborative process and I will work with you to develop techniques and plans to help resolve your problem. Personally our 3 children are happily married to original spouse.
Experience counts. If you are depressed and anxious and or having relationship, family or couples problems, use a professional with over 30 years experience. I am a former Supervisor of Professional Staff at JFS of Bwd Co and a Clinical Professor for Barry U. I have specialized training in CBT, PET, PTSD and am a provider for the Military. Learn problem solving tecniques and communication skills that will improve every aspect of your life. Therapy is a very collaborative process and I will work with you to develop techniques and plans to help resolve your problem. Personally our 3 children are happily married to original spouse.
(561) 600-5643 View (561) 600-5643

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Photo of Felicia S. Levine Phd Lcsw Cst, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Boca Raton, FL
Felicia S. Levine Phd Lcsw Cst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LSCW, CST
Verified Verified
Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Not accepting new clients
Life is beautiful--but it's not always easy! Whether you're depressed, stressed, heartbroken or in crisis, I can help. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I utilize strengths-based approaches to combat low self-esteem, anxiety and phobias including hypochondria (fear of being fatally ill). I'm also a PhD-trained Clinical Sexologist and Transgender Care Therapist (see details below) and provide EMDR for trauma. And as a professional journalist, I know the right questions to ask to get to the heart of a problem. I provide clients with a safe, judgment-free space in which to work through issues and consider it a privilege to do so.
Life is beautiful--but it's not always easy! Whether you're depressed, stressed, heartbroken or in crisis, I can help. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I utilize strengths-based approaches to combat low self-esteem, anxiety and phobias including hypochondria (fear of being fatally ill). I'm also a PhD-trained Clinical Sexologist and Transgender Care Therapist (see details below) and provide EMDR for trauma. And as a professional journalist, I know the right questions to ask to get to the heart of a problem. I provide clients with a safe, judgment-free space in which to work through issues and consider it a privilege to do so.
(954) 716-8559 View (954) 716-8559

Online Therapists

Photo of Kenneth Christiansen, Psychologist in Boca Raton, FL
Kenneth Christiansen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33137
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has been serving the South Florida community since 1992. I have spent several years in the areas of clinical research and providing clinical services to clients. I specialize in Schema Focused Therapy, Attachment Theory and Relationship Therapy. I have also published numerous articles in the areas of substance abuse and practical clinical treatment applications.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has been serving the South Florida community since 1992. I have spent several years in the areas of clinical research and providing clinical services to clients. I specialize in Schema Focused Therapy, Attachment Theory and Relationship Therapy. I have also published numerous articles in the areas of substance abuse and practical clinical treatment applications.
(305) 240-6825 View (305) 240-6825
Photo of Hilary W. Glasser, Psychologist in Boca Raton, FL
Hilary W. Glasser
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Plantation, FL 33324
I enjoy working with clients providing individual and couples therapy.
I practice psychotherapy with enthusiasm, genuineness, and a practical approach to life's problems. I have been in private practice for over 20 years. I attempt to provide a safe and comfortable place for my patients to discuss and work through the stressors involved in daily life. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a very important one, and I work to develop mutual trust.
I enjoy working with clients providing individual and couples therapy.
I practice psychotherapy with enthusiasm, genuineness, and a practical approach to life's problems. I have been in private practice for over 20 years. I attempt to provide a safe and comfortable place for my patients to discuss and work through the stressors involved in daily life. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a very important one, and I work to develop mutual trust.
(954) 501-0550 View (954) 501-0550
Photo of Barbie Lopez, Counselor in Boca Raton, FL
Barbie Lopez
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
Barbie Lopez has over 10 years of experience providing therapy in Outpatient, Inpatient, and Intensive Outpatient settings with clients seeking help for various presenting issues. She works with various psychotherapy modalities for the overall wellness of her clients including but not limited to depression, anxiety, social anxiety, trauma, emotional wellbeing, self-esteem issues, life changes, relationship issues, interpersonal skills, bipolar disorder, and substance abuse disorder. Ms. Lopez is fluent in English and Spanish, and able to provide services in both languages.
Barbie Lopez has over 10 years of experience providing therapy in Outpatient, Inpatient, and Intensive Outpatient settings with clients seeking help for various presenting issues. She works with various psychotherapy modalities for the overall wellness of her clients including but not limited to depression, anxiety, social anxiety, trauma, emotional wellbeing, self-esteem issues, life changes, relationship issues, interpersonal skills, bipolar disorder, and substance abuse disorder. Ms. Lopez is fluent in English and Spanish, and able to provide services in both languages.
(239) 360-3985 View (239) 360-3985
Photo of C. Eric Torres, Psychologist in Boca Raton, FL
C. Eric Torres
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33173
As a Clinician with over 20 years of experience working multiple issues, my expertise is in Interpersonal Process Approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Techniques, and Spiritual Practices. With guidance, you raise self-awareness, which leads to insight, personal change & inner peace. I have taught meditation & stress alleviation to groups of family members/caretakers of patients at the Cancer Support Community & Addiction Treatment Center South Miami Hospital. In addition to my private practice, I am on the medical staff at Baptist Hospital. I also provide supervision for interns for licensing hours.
As a Clinician with over 20 years of experience working multiple issues, my expertise is in Interpersonal Process Approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Techniques, and Spiritual Practices. With guidance, you raise self-awareness, which leads to insight, personal change & inner peace. I have taught meditation & stress alleviation to groups of family members/caretakers of patients at the Cancer Support Community & Addiction Treatment Center South Miami Hospital. In addition to my private practice, I am on the medical staff at Baptist Hospital. I also provide supervision for interns for licensing hours.
(786) 563-4307 View (786) 563-4307
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.