Photo of Michael E. Behen, PhD, Psychologist in Detroit, MI
Michael E. Behen, PhD
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48201
In 20+ years as a psychologist, both as clinician and research scientist, I’ve garnered experience in understanding problems in living for both individuals, and couples; particularly problems associated with difficult early relationships, and chronic (i.
Many of us experience problems in living from time to time, as we manage our intimate relationships, careers, children, financial burdens etc…. Often times, these problems can lead to feeling poorly about oneself or even to feelings of hopelessness or helplessness. Sometimes, these problems reach a magnitude where our level of distress or ability to function is affected. At these times, it can be very helpful to talk to a professional who can provide insight, support and perspective on these difficult issues. Although your issues may seem unmanageable to you now, with the right help, these problems can be overcome.
In 20+ years as a psychologist, both as clinician and research scientist, I’ve garnered experience in understanding problems in living for both individuals, and couples; particularly problems associated with difficult early relationships, and chronic (i.
Many of us experience problems in living from time to time, as we manage our intimate relationships, careers, children, financial burdens etc…. Often times, these problems can lead to feeling poorly about oneself or even to feelings of hopelessness or helplessness. Sometimes, these problems reach a magnitude where our level of distress or ability to function is affected. At these times, it can be very helpful to talk to a professional who can provide insight, support and perspective on these difficult issues. Although your issues may seem unmanageable to you now, with the right help, these problems can be overcome.
(313) 427-9980 View (313) 427-9980
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Melanie Mitchell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48201  (Online Only)
I also specialize in couples therapy and relationship issues (either as a couple or individually).
I'm so glad that you've decided to start your journey to understanding yourself and improving your life! I am a clinical psychologist currently providing telehealth services in multiple states. I specialize in ADHD assessment (particularly in women or when the presentation is different from stereotypical ADHD). I also provide individual therapy focusing on relationship issues, trauma, and women's issues. I am a warm, compassionate, and real therapist. There's no judgment here.
I also specialize in couples therapy and relationship issues (either as a couple or individually).
I'm so glad that you've decided to start your journey to understanding yourself and improving your life! I am a clinical psychologist currently providing telehealth services in multiple states. I specialize in ADHD assessment (particularly in women or when the presentation is different from stereotypical ADHD). I also provide individual therapy focusing on relationship issues, trauma, and women's issues. I am a warm, compassionate, and real therapist. There's no judgment here.
(313) 923-2509 View (313) 923-2509
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Kim J Logan-Nowlin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD,, LPCBCPC, ACAC,, CCFC, MFT
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48202
KLCC also provides counseling for couples helping them through "Intensive Care".
Kim Logan Communications Christian Counseling Clinic has been successfully addressing the needs of families, youth and individuals experiencing problems, or those with maritial concerns, by providing family therapy, child therapy and substance abuse treatment. KLCC has provided employability training and substance abuse treatment to parole and probationary offenders since 1993.
KLCC also provides counseling for couples helping them through "Intensive Care".
Kim Logan Communications Christian Counseling Clinic has been successfully addressing the needs of families, youth and individuals experiencing problems, or those with maritial concerns, by providing family therapy, child therapy and substance abuse treatment. KLCC has provided employability training and substance abuse treatment to parole and probationary offenders since 1993.
(313) 486-4592 View (313) 486-4592
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Malanna Simmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48202  (Online Only)
Throughout my career, I have had the pleasure of working with children, adolescents, families, couples, and adults with a range of needs (e.
Overall, I consider myself a "worldly nurturer". "Worldly", because I have worked with people from all backgrounds, cultures, ages, and walks of life to "nurture" their potential. All of my experiences have taught me the foundational skills that I use in my profession today, which are: patience, the ability to listen, the understanding that listening is as paramount as speaking, the capabilities to be resourceful, valuing modesty and humility whilst still being confident and capable, and having faith in my skill-set while still being open to professionally growing and developing.
Throughout my career, I have had the pleasure of working with children, adolescents, families, couples, and adults with a range of needs (e.
Overall, I consider myself a "worldly nurturer". "Worldly", because I have worked with people from all backgrounds, cultures, ages, and walks of life to "nurture" their potential. All of my experiences have taught me the foundational skills that I use in my profession today, which are: patience, the ability to listen, the understanding that listening is as paramount as speaking, the capabilities to be resourceful, valuing modesty and humility whilst still being confident and capable, and having faith in my skill-set while still being open to professionally growing and developing.
(616) 208-5418 View (616) 208-5418
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Dr. Jemour Maddux Psychologist, Accepting Patients
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48243  (Online Only)
I offer a solution-focused & direct approach for issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, anger & family/relationship problems.
Professional - Doctoral Level - Theologically Sensitive - TeleHealth Friendly, Dr. Maddux offers tools for escaping bothersome thoughts, behaviors & reactions so you can reclaim self-control, fresh perspectives, stable relationships, energy & hope. I also understand that faith is important. I completed postdoctoral Theology & Ministry education at Princeton Theological Seminary to ethically combine faith-based tools & evidence-based psychotherapies, such as CBT & ERP. My style is time-limited & practical. Get a "Game Plan" for reaching your social, emotional & relationship goals.
I offer a solution-focused & direct approach for issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, anger & family/relationship problems.
Professional - Doctoral Level - Theologically Sensitive - TeleHealth Friendly, Dr. Maddux offers tools for escaping bothersome thoughts, behaviors & reactions so you can reclaim self-control, fresh perspectives, stable relationships, energy & hope. I also understand that faith is important. I completed postdoctoral Theology & Ministry education at Princeton Theological Seminary to ethically combine faith-based tools & evidence-based psychotherapies, such as CBT & ERP. My style is time-limited & practical. Get a "Game Plan" for reaching your social, emotional & relationship goals.
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Kaufman Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48226
Therapy should be deeply personal and focused on true psychological change: at the heart of meaningful psychotherapy is a meaningful relationship.
Choose the therapist, not the therapy. Quality mental health care is a real, human exchange; an opportunity to explore, strengthen, and change aspects of who you are. When psychotherapy is effective, the therapist and patient are creating openings, not closures. This is what heals.
Therapy should be deeply personal and focused on true psychological change: at the heart of meaningful psychotherapy is a meaningful relationship.
Choose the therapist, not the therapy. Quality mental health care is a real, human exchange; an opportunity to explore, strengthen, and change aspects of who you are. When psychotherapy is effective, the therapist and patient are creating openings, not closures. This is what heals.
(313) 444-7084 View (313) 444-7084
Photo of Kristina Kalaj Psyd Lp, Psychologist in Detroit, MI
Kristina Kalaj Psyd Lp
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48202
I am a fully licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals and couples. My primary client base is adults of all ages where we address a wide variety of treatment issues, specifically utilizing a treatment style that caters to each client’s individual needs. I am currently accepting new clients for individual therapy and Psychoeducational/Psychological testing. Feel free to contact me for a free phone consultation if you have BCBS, Aetna, or are self-pay. I am also nationally licensed psychologist through PsyPact interjurisdictional license, able to provide therapy in over 40 US states.
I am a fully licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals and couples. My primary client base is adults of all ages where we address a wide variety of treatment issues, specifically utilizing a treatment style that caters to each client’s individual needs. I am currently accepting new clients for individual therapy and Psychoeducational/Psychological testing. Feel free to contact me for a free phone consultation if you have BCBS, Aetna, or are self-pay. I am also nationally licensed psychologist through PsyPact interjurisdictional license, able to provide therapy in over 40 US states.
(313) 558-8729 View (313) 558-8729
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LPC Institute, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48202  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We also offer marriage and relationship counseling, and career and personal development counseling and consulting.
CURRENTLY, THE LPC INSTITUTE IS NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. The LPC Institute welcomes you to our beautiful, serene, therapeutic facility, where we offer culturally-sensitive services to reduce your emotional distress. We understand that life can throw unexpected curves to throw you off balance. We address your issues compassionately, theoretically, and practically, to help you become transformed to realize the best you. We invite you to give us a call to begin your journey on the road to restoration, and to enjoying a meaningful and productive life. Individuals (adults, children, and adolescents), couples, and groups are welcome.
We also offer marriage and relationship counseling, and career and personal development counseling and consulting.
CURRENTLY, THE LPC INSTITUTE IS NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. The LPC Institute welcomes you to our beautiful, serene, therapeutic facility, where we offer culturally-sensitive services to reduce your emotional distress. We understand that life can throw unexpected curves to throw you off balance. We address your issues compassionately, theoretically, and practically, to help you become transformed to realize the best you. We invite you to give us a call to begin your journey on the road to restoration, and to enjoying a meaningful and productive life. Individuals (adults, children, and adolescents), couples, and groups are welcome.
(248) 595-7410 View (248) 595-7410
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A Better Tomorrow Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW, LLP
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48223
In addition to being a prominent relationship therapist, Anthony has presented at National conferences and to general audiences speaking on the topics of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder and children behavioral disorder.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused psychologist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While I can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, I will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
In addition to being a prominent relationship therapist, Anthony has presented at National conferences and to general audiences speaking on the topics of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder and children behavioral disorder.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused psychologist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While I can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, I will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
(248) 306-8625 View (248) 306-8625
Photo of Deborah Johnson Spence, Counselor in Detroit, MI
Deborah Johnson Spence
Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACS, NBC, SLP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48219
You can trust us when you need to talk to someone with expertise to either get your life on tract, to keep on tract, or find a better track. We have professionals with various specialties, who will give you unconditional positive regard and actively address your concerns. We treat depression, relationship challenges, grief, career paradigm shifts, executive function improvement, stress & anxiety, cognitive & emotional challenges, communication challenges, and personality challenges. We exercise the expert leadership and skills to help you navigate your destination. Free consultations visit: https://www.needtalk.com/to/DrDeb
You can trust us when you need to talk to someone with expertise to either get your life on tract, to keep on tract, or find a better track. We have professionals with various specialties, who will give you unconditional positive regard and actively address your concerns. We treat depression, relationship challenges, grief, career paradigm shifts, executive function improvement, stress & anxiety, cognitive & emotional challenges, communication challenges, and personality challenges. We exercise the expert leadership and skills to help you navigate your destination. Free consultations visit: https://www.needtalk.com/to/DrDeb
(313) 924-1365 View (313) 924-1365
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Naeem & Associates
Psychologist, PhD, LLP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48239
Life gets overwhelming. Sometimes we need some support in the areas we feel lost. We can help. Are you or someone in your family suffering from ADD? Are there academic issues? Are there behavioral concerns? Symptoms? Learning challenges? Does that spouse seem to not pay attention? Lose things? Get tasks confused? Does your family member seem to know which buttons to press without trying? Is all this frustrating you beyond your limit? We can help.
Life gets overwhelming. Sometimes we need some support in the areas we feel lost. We can help. Are you or someone in your family suffering from ADD? Are there academic issues? Are there behavioral concerns? Symptoms? Learning challenges? Does that spouse seem to not pay attention? Lose things? Get tasks confused? Does your family member seem to know which buttons to press without trying? Is all this frustrating you beyond your limit? We can help.
(734) 203-7866 View (734) 203-7866
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Dr. Chris Allen Shreve
Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48221  (Online Only)
As a trauma specialist/mental health therapist, my ideal patient is seeking RELIEF from: Negative overthinking; RELIEF from Anxiety/Depression; RELIEF from Substance Abuse; RELIEF from Sleeping issues: RELIEF from Toxic Male Thinking: RELIEF from effects of a troubled marriage or relationship issues; RELIEF from unprocessed trauma; RELIEF from losing one's self from a troubled childhood; RELIEF from losing one's Spiritual path; RELIEF from tough unresolved child-parent issues; RELIEF from job stress, life stress and interpersonal distress. My scope of service also includes psych testing, (ADHD, SUD & court ordered evaluations.)
As a trauma specialist/mental health therapist, my ideal patient is seeking RELIEF from: Negative overthinking; RELIEF from Anxiety/Depression; RELIEF from Substance Abuse; RELIEF from Sleeping issues: RELIEF from Toxic Male Thinking: RELIEF from effects of a troubled marriage or relationship issues; RELIEF from unprocessed trauma; RELIEF from losing one's self from a troubled childhood; RELIEF from losing one's Spiritual path; RELIEF from tough unresolved child-parent issues; RELIEF from job stress, life stress and interpersonal distress. My scope of service also includes psych testing, (ADHD, SUD & court ordered evaluations.)
(248) 327-0067 View (248) 327-0067
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Hasti Raveau
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48201
Raveau works with a wide range of ages and utilizes a combination of approaches, such as IFS, ACT, executive function coaching, exposure therapy, inner child healing, family systemic therapy, mindfulness based interventions, emotion focused couples therapy, play therapy, and parent coaching to support the needs of her clients.
Dr. Raveau is a clinical psychologist and founder of Mala Child & Family Institute. She is an expert in treating ADHD/neurodiversity, trauma/PTSD, anxiety/OCD/perfectionism, parenting/co-parenting issues, racial minorities, and family level challenges. She helps clients end intergenerational cycles of trauma, form authentic relationships, embrace their neurodiversity and cultural background, and build authentic lives filled with a sense of abundance and inner peace. Dr. Raveau embraces working with individuals and families who identify with a range of ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
Raveau works with a wide range of ages and utilizes a combination of approaches, such as IFS, ACT, executive function coaching, exposure therapy, inner child healing, family systemic therapy, mindfulness based interventions, emotion focused couples therapy, play therapy, and parent coaching to support the needs of her clients.
Dr. Raveau is a clinical psychologist and founder of Mala Child & Family Institute. She is an expert in treating ADHD/neurodiversity, trauma/PTSD, anxiety/OCD/perfectionism, parenting/co-parenting issues, racial minorities, and family level challenges. She helps clients end intergenerational cycles of trauma, form authentic relationships, embrace their neurodiversity and cultural background, and build authentic lives filled with a sense of abundance and inner peace. Dr. Raveau embraces working with individuals and families who identify with a range of ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
(734) 245-2279 View (734) 245-2279
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Dr. Quillian D Murphy
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, MSEd, DLLP, LPC
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48204  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I am glad you are here. As a mental health professional, I provide support and intervention for a variety of psychological, career, academic, and relational experiences across the lifespan to diverse persons. This includes services to individuals, various partner structures, families, and groups. My work centers on decolonization and destigmatization of mental health services with emphasis on culturally-affirming care. As such, I identify as a LGBTQIA+, Kink, Disability, and Gender Affirming provider. The experiences of marginalized, minoritized, and disenfranchised communities remain at the forefront of my clinical work.
Welcome! I am glad you are here. As a mental health professional, I provide support and intervention for a variety of psychological, career, academic, and relational experiences across the lifespan to diverse persons. This includes services to individuals, various partner structures, families, and groups. My work centers on decolonization and destigmatization of mental health services with emphasis on culturally-affirming care. As such, I identify as a LGBTQIA+, Kink, Disability, and Gender Affirming provider. The experiences of marginalized, minoritized, and disenfranchised communities remain at the forefront of my clinical work.
(734) 875-9115 View (734) 875-9115
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Royalty Behavioral and Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, MA , LLPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48239  (Online Only)
I had the opportunity to encounter many individuals from all walks of life with many issues that seemingly disturbed their “PEACE”. Those encounters encouraged my counseling journey. My belief is that every individual should live a life of “PEACE”. I believe that “PEACE” is accomplished by combating issues that have disturbed one’s emotional, financial, physical, and spiritual health. My ultimate goal is to assist clients in exploring and processing their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, to improve their quality of life engulfed in “PEACE”.
I had the opportunity to encounter many individuals from all walks of life with many issues that seemingly disturbed their “PEACE”. Those encounters encouraged my counseling journey. My belief is that every individual should live a life of “PEACE”. I believe that “PEACE” is accomplished by combating issues that have disturbed one’s emotional, financial, physical, and spiritual health. My ultimate goal is to assist clients in exploring and processing their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, to improve their quality of life engulfed in “PEACE”.
(248) 775-7941 View (248) 775-7941
Photo of Sandra K Johnson, Psychologist in Detroit, MI
Sandra K Johnson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48226  (Online Only)
The key to growth is love. All that is helping, caring, sharing, restoring, forgiving is love. A psychotherapist is a conduit to change. I believe that everyone has the ability and desire to improve her or his life; to maximize the gift that is life. I seek to facilitate such development through compassionate, dynamic participation in the transformation process.
The key to growth is love. All that is helping, caring, sharing, restoring, forgiving is love. A psychotherapist is a conduit to change. I believe that everyone has the ability and desire to improve her or his life; to maximize the gift that is life. I seek to facilitate such development through compassionate, dynamic participation in the transformation process.
(313) 879-0546 View (313) 879-0546
Photo of Sabrina Diana Black, Counselor in Detroit, MI
Sabrina Diana Black
Counselor
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48219
Serving the Metro Detroit area for over 20 years I have witnessed great transformation as individuals and families have become renewed, refreshed, refocused, reconciled, restored and more. If you need to talk call me so that I can walk with you for a season of life providing compassionate care and concern. Your life can be enriched by healing past issues, equipped by applying truth filled principles to current life issues, and empowered by experiencing the abundant life to fulfill your purpose and Kingdom dreams. I believe that nothing is too hard, all things are possible, and you have a choice!
Serving the Metro Detroit area for over 20 years I have witnessed great transformation as individuals and families have become renewed, refreshed, refocused, reconciled, restored and more. If you need to talk call me so that I can walk with you for a season of life providing compassionate care and concern. Your life can be enriched by healing past issues, equipped by applying truth filled principles to current life issues, and empowered by experiencing the abundant life to fulfill your purpose and Kingdom dreams. I believe that nothing is too hard, all things are possible, and you have a choice!
(313) 486-1160 View (313) 486-1160
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Innovative Therapeutic Solutions, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, SAP, CSSW, LLPC
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48226  (Online Only)
ITS provides mental, health and social services to those in need. ITS offers a collaboration of services for everyone, from the elderly to people with disabilities.These services includes Clinical Services, In-Home and Social Services which include Case Management services that can assist with improving your quality of life. ITS is credentialed and certified in thousands of insurance companies. All clinicians are CAQH (Counsel for Affordable Quality Healthcare) attested. We can help you with trauma, domestic violence, grief and loss, anger, depression, Substance Use Disorders, Personality Disorders, Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
ITS provides mental, health and social services to those in need. ITS offers a collaboration of services for everyone, from the elderly to people with disabilities.These services includes Clinical Services, In-Home and Social Services which include Case Management services that can assist with improving your quality of life. ITS is credentialed and certified in thousands of insurance companies. All clinicians are CAQH (Counsel for Affordable Quality Healthcare) attested. We can help you with trauma, domestic violence, grief and loss, anger, depression, Substance Use Disorders, Personality Disorders, Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
(313) 462-2979 x48226 View (313) 462-2979 x48226
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H3-Hope, Healing & Health, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MPA, GC-C, GRS, EMDR
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48226
H3 strives to promote optimal mental health by treating the mind, body and spirit. We have (3) Locations: Downtown Detroit, St. Clair Shores & Royal Oak. Your wellness journey is a sacred one for which we hold the greatest respect. We are committed to creating a safe space where you can find passage into a place of peace and well-being. Our key goal is to help our clients become empowered to make informed decisions about themselves, their relationships and their future goals.
H3 strives to promote optimal mental health by treating the mind, body and spirit. We have (3) Locations: Downtown Detroit, St. Clair Shores & Royal Oak. Your wellness journey is a sacred one for which we hold the greatest respect. We are committed to creating a safe space where you can find passage into a place of peace and well-being. Our key goal is to help our clients become empowered to make informed decisions about themselves, their relationships and their future goals.
(586) 789-9879 View (586) 789-9879
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Karen Pierce
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CBIS, SAP, CAATS
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48206
Waitlist for new clients
We treat you like family No judgement-Just support: Each patient is different so we use a individualized type of treatment specific to your needs. Don’t wait. Stop suffering alone. We are here 24/7. I try to treat in areas I have personally experienced. This way I TRULY I do understand. CONTACT ME: APPOINTMENT/RETURN CALL REQUEST: https://www.jotform.com/92193340647156
We treat you like family No judgement-Just support: Each patient is different so we use a individualized type of treatment specific to your needs. Don’t wait. Stop suffering alone. We are here 24/7. I try to treat in areas I have personally experienced. This way I TRULY I do understand. CONTACT ME: APPOINTMENT/RETURN CALL REQUEST: https://www.jotform.com/92193340647156
(248) 290-8280 View (248) 290-8280
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.