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Akelah Moore
Counselor, MA, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60603  (Online Only)
Offering a client-focused practice style that emphasizes the well-being and autonomy of patients in the areas of anxiety, depression and trauma. Offering Individual, group, and couples sessions, members of the BIPOC and Queer communities. Specializing in sport-focused performance interventions and life transition. As a therapist and mental health professional, I am dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and welcoming space for clients as I work with treating issues related to trauma, sports performance anxiety, crisis care, and family dysfunction that encompasses healing in the mind, body, and spirit.
Offering a client-focused practice style that emphasizes the well-being and autonomy of patients in the areas of anxiety, depression and trauma. Offering Individual, group, and couples sessions, members of the BIPOC and Queer communities. Specializing in sport-focused performance interventions and life transition. As a therapist and mental health professional, I am dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and welcoming space for clients as I work with treating issues related to trauma, sports performance anxiety, crisis care, and family dysfunction that encompasses healing in the mind, body, and spirit.
(312) 313-6435 View (312) 313-6435
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Logan Spicer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60642
Logan Spicer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 4 years of experience in the mental health care industry. She is passionate about helping young adults, adults, and older adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Logan specializes in depression, anxiety, executive functioning, ADHD coaching, trauma, relationship issues, and career development/transitions. Logan completed her Master's degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Logan Spicer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over 4 years of experience in the mental health care industry. She is passionate about helping young adults, adults, and older adults address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Logan specializes in depression, anxiety, executive functioning, ADHD coaching, trauma, relationship issues, and career development/transitions. Logan completed her Master's degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
(708) 933-5270 View (708) 933-5270
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Phoenix Rising Counseling & Guidance, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCPC, LPC, AMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
We work with Individuals, Couples and Families age 4 and up using various therapeutic techniques including; Play Therapy, EMDR, DBT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, Structural Family Therapy and Gottman Couples Therapy.
Phoenix Rising Counseling and Guidance, LLC is a holistic practice built on the premise of helping individuals like you to recognize your strengths and potential and rise up from the ashes that have negatively impacted your life. We strive to combine the treatment of mental health with mindfulness and spirituality. We believe that everyone has the tools and the innate ability to change their external world by working through the blockages, thought perceptions and cloud of their internal world.
We work with Individuals, Couples and Families age 4 and up using various therapeutic techniques including; Play Therapy, EMDR, DBT, CBT, Narrative Therapy, Structural Family Therapy and Gottman Couples Therapy.
Phoenix Rising Counseling and Guidance, LLC is a holistic practice built on the premise of helping individuals like you to recognize your strengths and potential and rise up from the ashes that have negatively impacted your life. We strive to combine the treatment of mental health with mindfulness and spirituality. We believe that everyone has the tools and the innate ability to change their external world by working through the blockages, thought perceptions and cloud of their internal world.
(773) 673-9474 x1 View (773) 673-9474 x1
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Ilana Faust
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CTP, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60642
I work with individuals and couples, both monogamous and non-monogamous using a trauma-informed approach.
We live in times of incredible stress and unbelievably high expectations. I’m sure you hear your mind telling you to “push through” or “get over it.” Can you tell what it says when you finally let yourself accept that you need help?
I work with individuals and couples, both monogamous and non-monogamous using a trauma-informed approach.
We live in times of incredible stress and unbelievably high expectations. I’m sure you hear your mind telling you to “push through” or “get over it.” Can you tell what it says when you finally let yourself accept that you need help?
(872) 274-4682 View (872) 274-4682
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Erik Schuster
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60604
I can arrange a brief consultation with individuals and couples to first figure out how I can be a resource for you and address any questions before getting started.
“How is this therapist going to help me?” Fair question. From over 10,000 hours in my broad clinical career to my own harrowing lived experiences, I will bring you a time-tested perspective ready to address your real-life concerns in therapy. The clients I serve come from diverse ethnic, economic and cultural backgrounds, but share the essential similarity of readiness for change. Furthermore, the clinical issues I help individuals and couples to address range from chronic mental illness, neurodivergent struggles, substance misuse, gender/sexuality development, general life "stuck-ness" and differing forms of infidelity.
I can arrange a brief consultation with individuals and couples to first figure out how I can be a resource for you and address any questions before getting started.
“How is this therapist going to help me?” Fair question. From over 10,000 hours in my broad clinical career to my own harrowing lived experiences, I will bring you a time-tested perspective ready to address your real-life concerns in therapy. The clients I serve come from diverse ethnic, economic and cultural backgrounds, but share the essential similarity of readiness for change. Furthermore, the clinical issues I help individuals and couples to address range from chronic mental illness, neurodivergent struggles, substance misuse, gender/sexuality development, general life "stuck-ness" and differing forms of infidelity.
(312) 606-7352 View (312) 606-7352
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Hillary Schoninger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60630
Hi! I’m Hillary. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of clinical experience working with Individuals, Families, Minors, Preteens, and Couples with Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Self Esteem, and Family Conflict. In therapy, I typically use a mix of Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical (DBT), Holistic, Compassion Focused, and Strength-Based approaches. I believe in creating an open and positive environment where my clients can feel comfortable growing.
Hi! I’m Hillary. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of clinical experience working with Individuals, Families, Minors, Preteens, and Couples with Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Self Esteem, and Family Conflict. In therapy, I typically use a mix of Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical (DBT), Holistic, Compassion Focused, and Strength-Based approaches. I believe in creating an open and positive environment where my clients can feel comfortable growing.
(815) 345-2077 View (815) 345-2077
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Shea L. Acott
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60637
My general approach seeks to honor the emotions and experiences brought into a session while acknowledging the impact that systems and experiences have had on our development and identity. Our experiences in relationship with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us can be the source of pain but also the source of profound healing and recovery.
My general approach seeks to honor the emotions and experiences brought into a session while acknowledging the impact that systems and experiences have had on our development and identity. Our experiences in relationship with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us can be the source of pain but also the source of profound healing and recovery.
(872) 245-0503 View (872) 245-0503
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Prosper Counseling and Consulting, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60661
Additionally, I work with general mental health, depression, relationship challenges, & self-esteem.
Life has a way of throwing changes, difficult emotions, and various stressors that can feel hard to manage. You may sometimes feel like you are lost or broken and unsure how to move forward. My passion and goal is to support and assist clients in managing the stress and changes they face. I believe that building a supportive, safe, and non-judgmental space leads to a safe space for clients to learn about themselves, find interpersonal growth, and heal. If this is where you are, then let's get started your journey.
Additionally, I work with general mental health, depression, relationship challenges, & self-esteem.
Life has a way of throwing changes, difficult emotions, and various stressors that can feel hard to manage. You may sometimes feel like you are lost or broken and unsure how to move forward. My passion and goal is to support and assist clients in managing the stress and changes they face. I believe that building a supportive, safe, and non-judgmental space leads to a safe space for clients to learn about themselves, find interpersonal growth, and heal. If this is where you are, then let's get started your journey.
(312) 629-4709 View (312) 629-4709
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Lauren Schmidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60640
I am a queer-identified therapist with significant personal and professional experience providing LGBTQIA+ affirmative care for folks across stages of sexuality and gender exploration, transition and expression. I enjoy supporting people of diverse backgrounds and work to honor the complexities of each person’s own identity intersection. I have experience working with a variety of types of trauma and expressions of trauma including PTSD, C-PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, disordered eating, relational issues and more. I provide relationship therapy extending to platonic, polyamorous, aromantic/asexual partnerships.
I am a queer-identified therapist with significant personal and professional experience providing LGBTQIA+ affirmative care for folks across stages of sexuality and gender exploration, transition and expression. I enjoy supporting people of diverse backgrounds and work to honor the complexities of each person’s own identity intersection. I have experience working with a variety of types of trauma and expressions of trauma including PTSD, C-PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, disordered eating, relational issues and more. I provide relationship therapy extending to platonic, polyamorous, aromantic/asexual partnerships.
(773) 918-2019 View (773) 918-2019
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Jill Reynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
I have many years of experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship/family conflict.
Do you feel caught in a web of worry, sadness, or uncertainty? I understand those feelings. I also understand the healing that comes from being heard, validated, and supported. There is hope and positive change is possible with the right support and coping skills. I will help you get to the root cause of your problems, overcome your challenges, and shift into the person you want to be.
I have many years of experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship/family conflict.
Do you feel caught in a web of worry, sadness, or uncertainty? I understand those feelings. I also understand the healing that comes from being heard, validated, and supported. There is hope and positive change is possible with the right support and coping skills. I will help you get to the root cause of your problems, overcome your challenges, and shift into the person you want to be.
(312) 262-4071 View (312) 262-4071
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Carlos Cantu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60643
I have experience working with clients dealing with a variety of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship issues.
Hi there, I am a Mexican clinical psychologist with a degree from UASLP and a Master's degree in clinical social work from the University of Illinois. I am a licensed LCSW in Illinois and specialize in mental health focused on difficult transitions, trauma, individual and couples therapy, group therapy, and psychological evaluations for immigration. I would love to help you or anyone you know who may benefit from my services.
I have experience working with clients dealing with a variety of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship issues.
Hi there, I am a Mexican clinical psychologist with a degree from UASLP and a Master's degree in clinical social work from the University of Illinois. I am a licensed LCSW in Illinois and specialize in mental health focused on difficult transitions, trauma, individual and couples therapy, group therapy, and psychological evaluations for immigration. I would love to help you or anyone you know who may benefit from my services.
(708) 729-6737 View (708) 729-6737
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Don Elligan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60605
My practice specializes in helping clients actualize their personal goals. In my approach I attempt to empower clients to modify their thoughts and behaviors in ways that help them meet their particular goals. I also maintain sensitivity to a clients cultural background. I specialize in helping clients with relationship difficulties, anxiety/stress, depression, and impulsivity. I have extensive experience working with children with behavioral challenges and have developed a free app on managing bullying that is available in the apple itunes store (Hero App).
My practice specializes in helping clients actualize their personal goals. In my approach I attempt to empower clients to modify their thoughts and behaviors in ways that help them meet their particular goals. I also maintain sensitivity to a clients cultural background. I specialize in helping clients with relationship difficulties, anxiety/stress, depression, and impulsivity. I have extensive experience working with children with behavioral challenges and have developed a free app on managing bullying that is available in the apple itunes store (Hero App).
(773) 219-2149 View (773) 219-2149
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Sacha Montgomery
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60639
I work with clients that struggle with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, anger issues, substance use disorder, sexual abuse, sex addiction, relationship conflict, as well as communication issues.
Sacha L. Montgomery, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS), Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Provider (LSOTP), Certified- Dialectical Behavior Therapy Provider (Trauma Specific treatment) Approach to therapy: Collaborative approach with each client to create personalized treatment plan to help clients get back to a higher level of functioning. Focus areas of practice: Co-Occurring Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Relationship conflict, Communication, work issues, change of life issues as well as adults and juveniles who have abusive sexual behavior histories.
I work with clients that struggle with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, anger issues, substance use disorder, sexual abuse, sex addiction, relationship conflict, as well as communication issues.
Sacha L. Montgomery, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS), Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Provider (LSOTP), Certified- Dialectical Behavior Therapy Provider (Trauma Specific treatment) Approach to therapy: Collaborative approach with each client to create personalized treatment plan to help clients get back to a higher level of functioning. Focus areas of practice: Co-Occurring Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Relationship conflict, Communication, work issues, change of life issues as well as adults and juveniles who have abusive sexual behavior histories.
(773) 694-9235 View (773) 694-9235
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Ravyn Sweat
Pre-Licensed Professional, LSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60618
My clinical areas of strength include depression/anxiety, relationship struggles, life transitions, stress management, emotional regulation, and self-esteem/shame.
Life is difficult enough to navigate with support. Welcome to a space where you can find support, understanding, and guidance on your journey towards healing and personal growth. It takes courage and resilience to confront and address our struggles. I am here to provide a non-judgmental environment where you feel empowered and supported to search within and gain clarity about things that haven't made sense. By taking the first step of seeking help, you have started the journey to a deeper understanding of yourself, healthier coping mechanisms, and ultimately a more fulfilling life. I work with adolescents and adults.
My clinical areas of strength include depression/anxiety, relationship struggles, life transitions, stress management, emotional regulation, and self-esteem/shame.
Life is difficult enough to navigate with support. Welcome to a space where you can find support, understanding, and guidance on your journey towards healing and personal growth. It takes courage and resilience to confront and address our struggles. I am here to provide a non-judgmental environment where you feel empowered and supported to search within and gain clarity about things that haven't made sense. By taking the first step of seeking help, you have started the journey to a deeper understanding of yourself, healthier coping mechanisms, and ultimately a more fulfilling life. I work with adolescents and adults.
(773) 207-3026 View (773) 207-3026
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Joshua Annex
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60613
I work with many LGBTQ clients who seek support for relationship issues, internet/drug/sex addiction and concerns relating to HIV.
Challenges can overwhelm our ability to cope. My objective, as a certified psychotherapist, is to assist in managing these issues safely, in a stress- free environment. Treatment is tailored towards the individual's needs. My job is to support you through the process of change in order to feel greater security and self-esteem. I use psychodynamic, relational and CBT approaches. I specialize in mood issues - anxiety, depression and chronic feelings of isolation being among the most common. I am a certified drug and alcohol counselor and have spent years helping clients grappling with substance abuse.
I work with many LGBTQ clients who seek support for relationship issues, internet/drug/sex addiction and concerns relating to HIV.
Challenges can overwhelm our ability to cope. My objective, as a certified psychotherapist, is to assist in managing these issues safely, in a stress- free environment. Treatment is tailored towards the individual's needs. My job is to support you through the process of change in order to feel greater security and self-esteem. I use psychodynamic, relational and CBT approaches. I specialize in mood issues - anxiety, depression and chronic feelings of isolation being among the most common. I am a certified drug and alcohol counselor and have spent years helping clients grappling with substance abuse.
(224) 214-5119 View (224) 214-5119
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Robert Turk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60642
I provide therapy to couples, families, children, adolescents, and adults.
I am passionate about empowering people to flourish and find greater fulfillment amidst seasons of challenge and transition. Whether you are feeling stuck, lonely, emotionally exhausted, disconnected, anxious, or discouraged, let's work together to build healing and lasting positive change in your life. With my experience growing up internationally, I identify as an Adult Third Culture Kid and hold a special place for people with cross-cultural experiences who may be navigating culture shock, re-assimilation, plans to move, adoption, community building, bicultural relationships, separation from family, and other cultural challenges.
I provide therapy to couples, families, children, adolescents, and adults.
I am passionate about empowering people to flourish and find greater fulfillment amidst seasons of challenge and transition. Whether you are feeling stuck, lonely, emotionally exhausted, disconnected, anxious, or discouraged, let's work together to build healing and lasting positive change in your life. With my experience growing up internationally, I identify as an Adult Third Culture Kid and hold a special place for people with cross-cultural experiences who may be navigating culture shock, re-assimilation, plans to move, adoption, community building, bicultural relationships, separation from family, and other cultural challenges.
(708) 726-8816 x743 View (708) 726-8816 x743
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Canentra Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60622
At Willis Counseling & Consulting, Canentra is most eager to work with individuals of all ages (including kids & teens), relationship partners & families facing any form of trauma, anxiety, parenting challenges, behavioral challenges, familial issues, faith & spiritual ambiguities as well as other mental health issues causing a major impact in one’s life. In her work, she strives to provide support while walking through the journey with them to explore, unravel, understand & better manage themselves & the world.
At Willis Counseling & Consulting, Canentra is most eager to work with individuals of all ages (including kids & teens), relationship partners & families facing any form of trauma, anxiety, parenting challenges, behavioral challenges, familial issues, faith & spiritual ambiguities as well as other mental health issues causing a major impact in one’s life. In her work, she strives to provide support while walking through the journey with them to explore, unravel, understand & better manage themselves & the world.
(773) 692-0473 View (773) 692-0473
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Jessica Emelia
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60622
I also work extensively with individual & couples on relationship issues.
Anxiety and depression impact your work, relationships, and personal goals. But with support, it is completely possible to feel better and manage these often-debilitating symptoms. I specialize in assisting adults with anxiety/depression to manage their symptoms and reduce the impact they have on their lives. I also specialize in working with those who are reconsidering their relationship with alcohol and other substances. Together, we will work to find a healthy relationship with substances so you feel intentional about their place in your life.
I also work extensively with individual & couples on relationship issues.
Anxiety and depression impact your work, relationships, and personal goals. But with support, it is completely possible to feel better and manage these often-debilitating symptoms. I specialize in assisting adults with anxiety/depression to manage their symptoms and reduce the impact they have on their lives. I also specialize in working with those who are reconsidering their relationship with alcohol and other substances. Together, we will work to find a healthy relationship with substances so you feel intentional about their place in your life.
(773) 598-4177 View (773) 598-4177
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Greg Crisenbery
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60613
Hi, I'm Dr. Greg. Helping clients cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues is the focus of my practice. I try to maintain a balanced approach using an individual blend of theory and insight, practical applications, and humor. This can include discussions of physical, emotional, mental, and metaphysical wellbeing. Anger, work stress, frustration, loss, trauma and life's unexpected complications can get in between us and a peaceful experience of living. Assisting people in overcoming these challenges is my life's work. Please reach out to someone if it seems your life is being directed by negative emotions.
Hi, I'm Dr. Greg. Helping clients cope with depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues is the focus of my practice. I try to maintain a balanced approach using an individual blend of theory and insight, practical applications, and humor. This can include discussions of physical, emotional, mental, and metaphysical wellbeing. Anger, work stress, frustration, loss, trauma and life's unexpected complications can get in between us and a peaceful experience of living. Assisting people in overcoming these challenges is my life's work. Please reach out to someone if it seems your life is being directed by negative emotions.
(773) 417-0417 x3 View (773) 417-0417 x3
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Balanced Mind Therapy, LLC
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60601
Feeling disconnected? At this uncertain time, many are experiencing relational challenges within their family, marriage/romantic life, workplace, or social life. I will help you to address ongoing anxiety, depression, or avoidance of difficult feelings such as self-doubt. My approach is focused on a partnership, and supporting you to seek-out positive and meaningful experiences to rebuild connection and self-esteem. During our initial sessions, I will complete an assessment to form a better understanding of your background and we will form individualized goals such as improved relationship satisfaction or reduced anxiety.
Feeling disconnected? At this uncertain time, many are experiencing relational challenges within their family, marriage/romantic life, workplace, or social life. I will help you to address ongoing anxiety, depression, or avoidance of difficult feelings such as self-doubt. My approach is focused on a partnership, and supporting you to seek-out positive and meaningful experiences to rebuild connection and self-esteem. During our initial sessions, I will complete an assessment to form a better understanding of your background and we will form individualized goals such as improved relationship satisfaction or reduced anxiety.
(312) 313-5929 View (312) 313-5929

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.