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David O. Avruch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21211
Being fully seen and fully accepted by one’s life partner is a universal human need, the stuff of spirituality - an experience felt in the soul, not just the mind or the heart. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) provides a roadmap for how to get there. In my career I've seen a lot and worked with many different kinds of individuals; hence, I'm professional and nonjudgmental. While I enjoy being a social worker and therapist for all types of humans, my private practice is focused primarily on serving queer and trans couples. My office is located in Baltimore; I am also licensed in DC and serve couples there remotely.
Being fully seen and fully accepted by one’s life partner is a universal human need, the stuff of spirituality - an experience felt in the soul, not just the mind or the heart. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) provides a roadmap for how to get there. In my career I've seen a lot and worked with many different kinds of individuals; hence, I'm professional and nonjudgmental. While I enjoy being a social worker and therapist for all types of humans, my private practice is focused primarily on serving queer and trans couples. My office is located in Baltimore; I am also licensed in DC and serve couples there remotely.
(410) 734-2020 View (410) 734-2020
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Kate Gerwin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21211
Whether it is a codependent relationship, healing from trauma, a major illness, the loss of a loved one or you're not quite sure what "it" is yet, I can support you in gaining a deeper sense of wholeness and well-being. My starting point for all of my work is simple: you matter. Your story matters, your experience matters, your desire to heal, grow, and thrive matters. In all of our lives there are times where we need help making sense of our stories and experiences and I am here to journey with you in that process. I look forward to connecting with you!
Whether it is a codependent relationship, healing from trauma, a major illness, the loss of a loved one or you're not quite sure what "it" is yet, I can support you in gaining a deeper sense of wholeness and well-being. My starting point for all of my work is simple: you matter. Your story matters, your experience matters, your desire to heal, grow, and thrive matters. In all of our lives there are times where we need help making sense of our stories and experiences and I am here to journey with you in that process. I look forward to connecting with you!
(703) 991-2421 View (703) 991-2421
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Kris T Gebhard
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21211
I hope to partner with clients in co-creating a space where we feel safe to explore, question, and heal.
I aim to garden healing so that my clients can more vibrantly and intentionally shape change as their truest selves. I'm genderqueer, transmasculine, queer, and enjoy working with clients across the gender and sexuality spectrum, including trans, genderqueer, non-binary, intersex, LGB and pansexual-identified individuals, and individuals in diverse relationship structures including polyamory and ethical non-monogamy. I'm kink/BDSM-affirming, sex and body-positive. I've worked w/artists, professionals, organizers/activists, students, and disabled individuals and couples. I am trained in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples.
I hope to partner with clients in co-creating a space where we feel safe to explore, question, and heal.
I aim to garden healing so that my clients can more vibrantly and intentionally shape change as their truest selves. I'm genderqueer, transmasculine, queer, and enjoy working with clients across the gender and sexuality spectrum, including trans, genderqueer, non-binary, intersex, LGB and pansexual-identified individuals, and individuals in diverse relationship structures including polyamory and ethical non-monogamy. I'm kink/BDSM-affirming, sex and body-positive. I've worked w/artists, professionals, organizers/activists, students, and disabled individuals and couples. I am trained in Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples.
(240) 443-3726 View (240) 443-3726
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Boyle Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21211  (Online Only)
I have expertise in supporting couples through relationship conflict challenges, infidelity, ENM pathways, and reconnection.
Hello and welcome to Boyle Counseling Services! Life brings many challenges and sometimes we need outside guidance and support. I have over 20 years of clinical experience helping couples and individuals navigate those challenges. My clients have described me as warm, insightful, easy to connect with, and caring. My specialty is in couple’s work, where you will find a non-judgmental, explorative approach to help clarify challenges and master the tools to navigate your own, unique dynamic.
I have expertise in supporting couples through relationship conflict challenges, infidelity, ENM pathways, and reconnection.
Hello and welcome to Boyle Counseling Services! Life brings many challenges and sometimes we need outside guidance and support. I have over 20 years of clinical experience helping couples and individuals navigate those challenges. My clients have described me as warm, insightful, easy to connect with, and caring. My specialty is in couple’s work, where you will find a non-judgmental, explorative approach to help clarify challenges and master the tools to navigate your own, unique dynamic.
(410) 449-7847 View (410) 449-7847
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John Michael Hayes
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21211
People consult therapists for many reasons. Being a psychotherapist is a great privilege - to meet people at critical times, to come to know them deeply, and to help them sort out bewildering, sometimes frightening, often painful thoughts and feelings. Therapy is about relationships, past and present, and especially our relationship to our own interior. It's been my life's work to help people know themselves and make better decisions about their lives. I'm happy to see anyone, with the will, integrity, and courage to open up and work on themselves in depth.
People consult therapists for many reasons. Being a psychotherapist is a great privilege - to meet people at critical times, to come to know them deeply, and to help them sort out bewildering, sometimes frightening, often painful thoughts and feelings. Therapy is about relationships, past and present, and especially our relationship to our own interior. It's been my life's work to help people know themselves and make better decisions about their lives. I'm happy to see anyone, with the will, integrity, and courage to open up and work on themselves in depth.
(410) 593-1383 View (410) 593-1383
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Madeline Janssen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21211
As a therapist, facilitating goal achievement involves fostering a collaborative relationship, clarifying objectives, and tailoring interventions to the client's strengths and needs. Employing evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or motivational interviewing can empower clients to identify barriers, develop coping strategies, and sustain progress. Cultivating a supportive environment and celebrating milestones can further motivate clients on their journey towards self-improvement and fulfillment.
As a therapist, facilitating goal achievement involves fostering a collaborative relationship, clarifying objectives, and tailoring interventions to the client's strengths and needs. Employing evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy or motivational interviewing can empower clients to identify barriers, develop coping strategies, and sustain progress. Cultivating a supportive environment and celebrating milestones can further motivate clients on their journey towards self-improvement and fulfillment.
(410) 936-4135 View (410) 936-4135
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Lahna Segarnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21211
Waitlist for new clients
Whether I am working with couples, family, or an individual, I strive to understand your how your story is impacted by everything around you.
Whether you're looking to make changes in your life, or trying to accept things you cannot change, you deserve a comfortable and safe place to process your feelings. Together we will look at the relationships in your life, your past, and how you narrate your own story. I strive to create a welcoming space for my clients by fostering a relaxed atmosphere, nonjudgmental environment, and humor. I specialize in working with clients who may not enjoy all aspects of therapy. Therefore, if you are uncomfortable with the idea of therapy, I offer creative methods to process difficult feelings.
Whether I am working with couples, family, or an individual, I strive to understand your how your story is impacted by everything around you.
Whether you're looking to make changes in your life, or trying to accept things you cannot change, you deserve a comfortable and safe place to process your feelings. Together we will look at the relationships in your life, your past, and how you narrate your own story. I strive to create a welcoming space for my clients by fostering a relaxed atmosphere, nonjudgmental environment, and humor. I specialize in working with clients who may not enjoy all aspects of therapy. Therefore, if you are uncomfortable with the idea of therapy, I offer creative methods to process difficult feelings.
(443) 251-3587 View (443) 251-3587
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Mayer Solomon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21211
I work with both individuals and couples.
Do you have a hard time expressing your feelings, knowing what you are feeling, or saying no? Does this impact your everyday and intimate relationships? I'd like to help work through this. My gentle, thoughtful, and practical nature, creates an environment for learning to better know and express your feelings, and what you want/need from others. My work at one of the most prestigious therapy settings in the country, has given me the opportunity to see almost every situation and diagnosis.
I work with both individuals and couples.
Do you have a hard time expressing your feelings, knowing what you are feeling, or saying no? Does this impact your everyday and intimate relationships? I'd like to help work through this. My gentle, thoughtful, and practical nature, creates an environment for learning to better know and express your feelings, and what you want/need from others. My work at one of the most prestigious therapy settings in the country, has given me the opportunity to see almost every situation and diagnosis.
(410) 417-7576 View (410) 417-7576
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PsychCare Psychological Services LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21211
At PsychCare, our staff has successfully helped many individuals and couples resolve a wide variety of personal concerns both through psychotherapy and psychological and educational evaluations. The staff at PsychCare in Baltimore, MD, brings decades of experience in specialized areas of treatment and assessment, such as couples counseling, alcohol abuse treatment, and psychological evaluations and forensic psychological services.
At PsychCare, our staff has successfully helped many individuals and couples resolve a wide variety of personal concerns both through psychotherapy and psychological and educational evaluations. The staff at PsychCare in Baltimore, MD, brings decades of experience in specialized areas of treatment and assessment, such as couples counseling, alcohol abuse treatment, and psychological evaluations and forensic psychological services.
(410) 505-8244 View (410) 505-8244
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Cheryl Harris Sharman
Pastoral Counselor, MA, CSD, TITC-CT
Verified Verified
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21218
I love listening. It’s been deepened by many decades and degrees. But, before that, I was a trauma survivor. So I listen to you and your clients the way I wanted someone to listen to me. Both. And. Beyond the decades and degrees, which define my listening in different ways, I shelter people; under the beautiful, broad umbrella of Trauma-Informed Care (TIC). I listen - as a container - to create space for clients to see and find meaning; however they define that. I listen with a biopsychosocialspiritual approach. I listen to private clients, organizational clients, and clients experiencing (& transitioning out of) homelessness.
I love listening. It’s been deepened by many decades and degrees. But, before that, I was a trauma survivor. So I listen to you and your clients the way I wanted someone to listen to me. Both. And. Beyond the decades and degrees, which define my listening in different ways, I shelter people; under the beautiful, broad umbrella of Trauma-Informed Care (TIC). I listen - as a container - to create space for clients to see and find meaning; however they define that. I listen with a biopsychosocialspiritual approach. I listen to private clients, organizational clients, and clients experiencing (& transitioning out of) homelessness.
(301) 396-7864 View (301) 396-7864
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Tim Hughes Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21211  (Online Only)
Far too many of us are sleepwalking through life because we haven't yet done the important work of understanding ourselves and our relationships. Becoming an integrated, authentic and wholehearted person doesn't happen overnight, but the benefits of this work are enormous. I am passionate about helping people remove the psychological and social barriers that prevent them from flourishing. Anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors are often symptomatic of underlying issues that can be surfaced with a trusted therapist.
Far too many of us are sleepwalking through life because we haven't yet done the important work of understanding ourselves and our relationships. Becoming an integrated, authentic and wholehearted person doesn't happen overnight, but the benefits of this work are enormous. I am passionate about helping people remove the psychological and social barriers that prevent them from flourishing. Anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors are often symptomatic of underlying issues that can be surfaced with a trusted therapist.
(410) 584-3908 View (410) 584-3908
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Natalie Wallace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21211  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
While I specialize in CBT and DBT, my approach is grounded in collaboration and the cultivation of a strong therapeutic relationship.
Life’s journey can be challenging, and I’m here to offer steady support as you navigate its twists and turns. With six years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, I’ve had the privilege of helping individuals work through challenges such as depression, stress, anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and borderline personality disorder.
While I specialize in CBT and DBT, my approach is grounded in collaboration and the cultivation of a strong therapeutic relationship.
Life’s journey can be challenging, and I’m here to offer steady support as you navigate its twists and turns. With six years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, I’ve had the privilege of helping individuals work through challenges such as depression, stress, anxiety, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and borderline personality disorder.
(410) 834-0596 View (410) 834-0596
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Rebecca H Radcliffe Counseling
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hampden, Baltimore, MD 21211  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I utilize a directive yet compassionate client centered approach as my foundation to develop a genuine working relationship.
The journey to parenthood can be a scary and isolating time. Societal norms of keeping pregnancy related concerns private along with limited access to maternal health services and social support networks all contribute to an increase of anxiety and depression during the perinatal time period. Rebecca recognizes that Matrescence, defined as the journey to becoming a mother, often begins years before birth when individuals and couples start the contemplation and planning process of trying to conceive and lasts through birth and the post-partum period.
I utilize a directive yet compassionate client centered approach as my foundation to develop a genuine working relationship.
The journey to parenthood can be a scary and isolating time. Societal norms of keeping pregnancy related concerns private along with limited access to maternal health services and social support networks all contribute to an increase of anxiety and depression during the perinatal time period. Rebecca recognizes that Matrescence, defined as the journey to becoming a mother, often begins years before birth when individuals and couples start the contemplation and planning process of trying to conceive and lasts through birth and the post-partum period.
(443) 273-5318 View (443) 273-5318

Online Therapists

Photo of Francine Bouyett, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Hampden, Baltimore, MD
Francine Bouyett
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CMAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21201  (Online Only)
I believe in building a trusting relationship that leads to the empowerment and growth of the client.
It can be difficult to open up and talk about your life stressors to someone you don’t know. Sometimes we can feel unheard or alone and just need someone who can be a helping, nonjudgmental, and listening ear. The hardest part can be finding the words to express ourselves and process what can feel like a jumbled mess and you just need someone to help put the scattered puzzle pieces together to create a beautiful picture. Aristotle said it best, “Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” I can help with building coping skills, work on effective communication, self-expression, processing trauma/grief, and mindfulness.
I believe in building a trusting relationship that leads to the empowerment and growth of the client.
It can be difficult to open up and talk about your life stressors to someone you don’t know. Sometimes we can feel unheard or alone and just need someone who can be a helping, nonjudgmental, and listening ear. The hardest part can be finding the words to express ourselves and process what can feel like a jumbled mess and you just need someone to help put the scattered puzzle pieces together to create a beautiful picture. Aristotle said it best, “Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” I can help with building coping skills, work on effective communication, self-expression, processing trauma/grief, and mindfulness.
(410) 650-6344 View (410) 650-6344
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Nina Arroyo
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21211  (Online Only)
Are you currently navigating Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or career-related stress leading to potential burnout? Whether dealing with the pain of going no contact, grappling with ADHD paralysis, managing the demands of professional achievement, or facing other complexities, I genuinely understand your struggles. With seven years of professional experience, I offer tailored support, bringing a depth of empathy rooted in my own journey. It's not just my profession; it’s my passion to offer you a safe and supportive space for you to heal.
Are you currently navigating Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or career-related stress leading to potential burnout? Whether dealing with the pain of going no contact, grappling with ADHD paralysis, managing the demands of professional achievement, or facing other complexities, I genuinely understand your struggles. With seven years of professional experience, I offer tailored support, bringing a depth of empathy rooted in my own journey. It's not just my profession; it’s my passion to offer you a safe and supportive space for you to heal.
(410) 709-8315 View (410) 709-8315
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Ben Barer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21209  (Online Only)
I've worked with adolescents, individuals, and couples, applying evidence-based therapeutic techniques during my practice.
Are you struggling to express your emotions, identify your feelings, or assert boundaries? Is this affecting both your daily life and close relationships? I'm here to support you in addressing these challenges. My kind, considerate, and down-to-earth disposition fosters an atmosphere for personal growth, helping you understand and communicate your emotions and desires more effectively.
I've worked with adolescents, individuals, and couples, applying evidence-based therapeutic techniques during my practice.
Are you struggling to express your emotions, identify your feelings, or assert boundaries? Is this affecting both your daily life and close relationships? I'm here to support you in addressing these challenges. My kind, considerate, and down-to-earth disposition fosters an atmosphere for personal growth, helping you understand and communicate your emotions and desires more effectively.
(443) 501-2681 View (443) 501-2681
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Whitney Hunt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21201  (Online Only)
I also work with couples, families, and groups as well.
Throughout our lives, we often need support in overcoming personal and/or environmental challenges and addressing issues that prevent us from being successful, feeling fulfilled, and living healthy lives. Using a warm, genuine, and empathic approach, I work with clients to build trusting and collaborative relationships that help them gain a deeper understanding of themselves, experience emotional relief, and feel empowered to make profound change. By creating a safe and accepting environment, we will explore difficult or confusing experiences together with the goal of making sense of difficulties and where they may have originated.
I also work with couples, families, and groups as well.
Throughout our lives, we often need support in overcoming personal and/or environmental challenges and addressing issues that prevent us from being successful, feeling fulfilled, and living healthy lives. Using a warm, genuine, and empathic approach, I work with clients to build trusting and collaborative relationships that help them gain a deeper understanding of themselves, experience emotional relief, and feel empowered to make profound change. By creating a safe and accepting environment, we will explore difficult or confusing experiences together with the goal of making sense of difficulties and where they may have originated.
(443) 815-4927 View (443) 815-4927
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Brenna Neimanis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21218  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I currently have a waitlist - Welcome to therapy, I’m so happy you are here! My practice is focused on feeling at home within yourself & providing a safe place to explore your whole self through individual, partnered, and/or family therapy. I use an inclusive, holistic approach & understand that each client is a unique individual & is impacted by their experiences, as well as societal structures & norms. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, burn-out, disordered eating, body dysmorphia, mood disorders, difficulty coping, family/partner conflict, concerns with self-worth, & those who have experienced trauma.
I currently have a waitlist - Welcome to therapy, I’m so happy you are here! My practice is focused on feeling at home within yourself & providing a safe place to explore your whole self through individual, partnered, and/or family therapy. I use an inclusive, holistic approach & understand that each client is a unique individual & is impacted by their experiences, as well as societal structures & norms. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, burn-out, disordered eating, body dysmorphia, mood disorders, difficulty coping, family/partner conflict, concerns with self-worth, & those who have experienced trauma.
(443) 457-9293 View (443) 457-9293
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Dwight S Myers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21230  (Online Only)
The therapist/client relationship is sacred; building on trust and safety to achieve desired goals through healing old wounds and providing hope for the future.
Feeling depressed, anxious and stressed? These feelings can impact our most important relationships. And, our most important relationships can activate theses feelings in us as well. Being able to talk with someone in a non-judgmental atmosphere can be helpful as we explore your thoughts and feelings in new way. Therapy can also help us to look more closely at the repetitious patterns in our feelings and behaviors and learn, though reflection, self discovery and insight, how to re-frame and rebuild our lives in a way that brings us joy and hope!
The therapist/client relationship is sacred; building on trust and safety to achieve desired goals through healing old wounds and providing hope for the future.
Feeling depressed, anxious and stressed? These feelings can impact our most important relationships. And, our most important relationships can activate theses feelings in us as well. Being able to talk with someone in a non-judgmental atmosphere can be helpful as we explore your thoughts and feelings in new way. Therapy can also help us to look more closely at the repetitious patterns in our feelings and behaviors and learn, though reflection, self discovery and insight, how to re-frame and rebuild our lives in a way that brings us joy and hope!
(585) 708-0023 View (585) 708-0023
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Jennifer Evans Buerger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSASS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21210  (Online Only)
I've been an Adolescent, Adult, Couples therapist for over 25 years.
I work extensively with healthcare​ professionals and other therapists. I currently have a few openings for some additional individuals 17+, couples, and​ families. I utilize DBT, CBT, and various other​ modules to assist every client. I have over 25 years of experience assisting adults just like you. ​Whether you're struggling with persistent anxiety, depression, anger, stress, or something else entirely, I am here for you.
I've been an Adolescent, Adult, Couples therapist for over 25 years.
I work extensively with healthcare​ professionals and other therapists. I currently have a few openings for some additional individuals 17+, couples, and​ families. I utilize DBT, CBT, and various other​ modules to assist every client. I have over 25 years of experience assisting adults just like you. ​Whether you're struggling with persistent anxiety, depression, anger, stress, or something else entirely, I am here for you.
(410) 449-0939 View (410) 449-0939

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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.