Therapists in Grand Central, New York, NY

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Tori Maidenberg
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Grand Central, New York, NY 10165
Tori has extensive training in a diverse range of therapeutic modalities proven to be highly effective, including DBT, CBT, Exposure Therapy, and Couples/Family Therapy. She was a fellow in Columbia University’s DBT Training Program and trained by the renowned Behavioral Tech Institute. Working with adolescents through adulthood, Tori has cultivated a wealth of experience and expertise in addressing a wide range of therapeutic needs across the lifespan. Her focus lies in the treatment of emotional and interpersonal dysregulation, OCD, anxiety-related disorders, social anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and couples/family issues.
Tori has extensive training in a diverse range of therapeutic modalities proven to be highly effective, including DBT, CBT, Exposure Therapy, and Couples/Family Therapy. She was a fellow in Columbia University’s DBT Training Program and trained by the renowned Behavioral Tech Institute. Working with adolescents through adulthood, Tori has cultivated a wealth of experience and expertise in addressing a wide range of therapeutic needs across the lifespan. Her focus lies in the treatment of emotional and interpersonal dysregulation, OCD, anxiety-related disorders, social anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and couples/family issues.
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Timor Moas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Central, New York, NY 10016
Congratulations on taking a vital step in reaching out and searching for therapeutic relationship. If you are feeling anxious, unhappy, stuck, confused, struggling with complications in your relationships, or challenged by other problems interrupting your daily life, I would be honored to assist you in this process. As each human being and relationship is unique and special, I work with my clients according to their individual needs, qualities and struggles in a humanistic and interactive way. Working with my clients, I combine approaches that are rooted in gestalt, psychodynamic, mindfulness orientation and cognitive- behavioral theories.
Congratulations on taking a vital step in reaching out and searching for therapeutic relationship. If you are feeling anxious, unhappy, stuck, confused, struggling with complications in your relationships, or challenged by other problems interrupting your daily life, I would be honored to assist you in this process. As each human being and relationship is unique and special, I work with my clients according to their individual needs, qualities and struggles in a humanistic and interactive way. Working with my clients, I combine approaches that are rooted in gestalt, psychodynamic, mindfulness orientation and cognitive- behavioral theories.
(646) 666-8439 View (646) 666-8439
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Alex Seife
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Grand Central, New York, NY 10016
I also work with couples to improve their communication by identifying the ways in which they get stuck trying to resolve conflict, while also finding ways to achieve greater emotional intimacy.
Welcome. If you’re here, I imagine you may be feeling stuck or uncertain about how to move forward in your life. I would like to help you take the next steps. In our work together, we will find ways for you to more meaningfully connect with yourself and with those who are important to you. This work may include facing something from your past, gaining new awareness of repetitive cycles of behavior, navigating a difficult life transition, or the opportunity to freely discover and playfully explore your own subjectivity and imagination.
I also work with couples to improve their communication by identifying the ways in which they get stuck trying to resolve conflict, while also finding ways to achieve greater emotional intimacy.
Welcome. If you’re here, I imagine you may be feeling stuck or uncertain about how to move forward in your life. I would like to help you take the next steps. In our work together, we will find ways for you to more meaningfully connect with yourself and with those who are important to you. This work may include facing something from your past, gaining new awareness of repetitive cycles of behavior, navigating a difficult life transition, or the opportunity to freely discover and playfully explore your own subjectivity and imagination.
(646) 490-1703 View (646) 490-1703
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Max Nisenbaum, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grand Central, New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
Additionally, I do couples therapy.
I view therapy as a chance to solve problems, improve relationships, get support, and increase self-awareness by exploring your thoughts and feelings. I work with individuals and couples using a modern psychodynamic approach. My style is interactive and engaged as we work to resolve current problems and explore how the past has shaped you.
Additionally, I do couples therapy.
I view therapy as a chance to solve problems, improve relationships, get support, and increase self-awareness by exploring your thoughts and feelings. I work with individuals and couples using a modern psychodynamic approach. My style is interactive and engaged as we work to resolve current problems and explore how the past has shaped you.
(347) 537-3679 View (347) 537-3679
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Lauren Glick Baker
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Grand Central, New York, NY 10016
Therapy provides an opportunity for self-reflection and change in the context of a trusting relationship.
We all experience difficult times. For many of us life presents ongoing challenges such as maintaining healthy relationships, pursuing professional goals, managing depression and anxiety, transitioning through life's stages, or negotiating issues of identity and self esteem. We want to be productive and feel good in healthy ways. I have experience in helping people through these kinds of struggles to find rewarding new ways of being in the world.
Therapy provides an opportunity for self-reflection and change in the context of a trusting relationship.
We all experience difficult times. For many of us life presents ongoing challenges such as maintaining healthy relationships, pursuing professional goals, managing depression and anxiety, transitioning through life's stages, or negotiating issues of identity and self esteem. We want to be productive and feel good in healthy ways. I have experience in helping people through these kinds of struggles to find rewarding new ways of being in the world.
(917) 832-1474 View (917) 832-1474
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Peter W. Lobl
Psychologist, JD, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Central, New York, NY 10017
Hello. My name is Peter Lobl, and my private practice is located in Midtown Manhattan. I’m a graduate of the Clinical Psychology doctoral program at Columbia University, and I then worked for 6 years as Supervising Psychologist at Mt. Sinai Hospital West. Prior to entering the field of mental health in 2000, I had a career in the law and worked at large law firms as an Associate. As a therapist, I treat mood and anxiety disorders and counsel individuals and couples on issues relating to communication; assertiveness; attachment; dependence; self-esteem; and anger management, among others.
Hello. My name is Peter Lobl, and my private practice is located in Midtown Manhattan. I’m a graduate of the Clinical Psychology doctoral program at Columbia University, and I then worked for 6 years as Supervising Psychologist at Mt. Sinai Hospital West. Prior to entering the field of mental health in 2000, I had a career in the law and worked at large law firms as an Associate. As a therapist, I treat mood and anxiety disorders and counsel individuals and couples on issues relating to communication; assertiveness; attachment; dependence; self-esteem; and anger management, among others.
(917) 791-7674 View (917) 791-7674
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Catherine Lavelle
MA, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Central, New York, NY 10036
Regular sessions with a clinician you can trust and build a clinical relationship with is a way to do that.
Are you an emerging adult trying to sort out this whole "adulting" thing? Are you attempting to determine with intention the kind of human you want to be for yourself/your family/your relationships? Are you feeling low energy or anxious? Together we can build a personal mental health setup for your life. Through active listening, kindness, and boundaries, together we create a space to focus on your mental health, well being and the life/relationships you desire.
Regular sessions with a clinician you can trust and build a clinical relationship with is a way to do that.
Are you an emerging adult trying to sort out this whole "adulting" thing? Are you attempting to determine with intention the kind of human you want to be for yourself/your family/your relationships? Are you feeling low energy or anxious? Together we can build a personal mental health setup for your life. Through active listening, kindness, and boundaries, together we create a space to focus on your mental health, well being and the life/relationships you desire.
(929) 279-5795 View (929) 279-5795
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spiral2grow
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grand Central, New York, NY 10016
Are you struggling with your marriage or relationships? Are you facing communication challenges, power struggle and conflict? Are you facing infidelity or trust issue and wonder how to you can overcome the betrayal? Are you hurt, angry, confused, or frustrated... but yet willing to work it out and save your marriage? Life and relationship don't have to be this hard. For over 15 years I've helped individuals and couples create solid, and fulfilling relationships. If you experience difficulties and vicious dynamics or challenged by "negative" emotions, I can help you learn the necessary skill to overcome those hurdles.
Are you struggling with your marriage or relationships? Are you facing communication challenges, power struggle and conflict? Are you facing infidelity or trust issue and wonder how to you can overcome the betrayal? Are you hurt, angry, confused, or frustrated... but yet willing to work it out and save your marriage? Life and relationship don't have to be this hard. For over 15 years I've helped individuals and couples create solid, and fulfilling relationships. If you experience difficulties and vicious dynamics or challenged by "negative" emotions, I can help you learn the necessary skill to overcome those hurdles.
(917) 983-1287 View (917) 983-1287
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Dr. Joyce Yung
Psychologist, PhD, MPhil, MSocSc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Central, New York, NY 10017  (Online Only)
I help clients struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, unhealthy relationship patterns, cultural issues, family conflicts, and work challenges.
You long to release the emotional strongholds and frustrating patterns that have taken over your life. You seek to break free from being a victim of your past and being held back by unresolved pain, recurrent conflicts, and trauma. You would like to embrace awareness, healing, self-discovery, and self-mastery. I am here to help you reconnect with hope and inspiration and make therapy an enriching and empowering experience. Our work together can help transform the pain and wounding of your past and present challenges into your truth and potential for connection, ease, joy, and fulfillment.
I help clients struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, unhealthy relationship patterns, cultural issues, family conflicts, and work challenges.
You long to release the emotional strongholds and frustrating patterns that have taken over your life. You seek to break free from being a victim of your past and being held back by unresolved pain, recurrent conflicts, and trauma. You would like to embrace awareness, healing, self-discovery, and self-mastery. I am here to help you reconnect with hope and inspiration and make therapy an enriching and empowering experience. Our work together can help transform the pain and wounding of your past and present challenges into your truth and potential for connection, ease, joy, and fulfillment.
(646) 571-0798 View (646) 571-0798
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Melissa Samuel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grand Central, New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker offering individual, couples and family psychotherapy. I work with children, teens and adults. My style of is warm, non-judgmental and interactive. I strive to create an environment that feels safe where deep, meaningful work can occur. I utilize a varied approach; the style of my work is informed by my training in various modalities of psychotherapy and tailored to the client’s needs. I received a Master's degree in Social Work from New York University in 2002, and have worked extensively throughout the NYC hospital system, schools, courts, and outpatient mental health centers.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker offering individual, couples and family psychotherapy. I work with children, teens and adults. My style of is warm, non-judgmental and interactive. I strive to create an environment that feels safe where deep, meaningful work can occur. I utilize a varied approach; the style of my work is informed by my training in various modalities of psychotherapy and tailored to the client’s needs. I received a Master's degree in Social Work from New York University in 2002, and have worked extensively throughout the NYC hospital system, schools, courts, and outpatient mental health centers.
(646) 807-4189 View (646) 807-4189
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Roberto Ramos, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Grand Central, New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
My clients resolve a wide variety of concerns: trauma (PTSD), depression, anxiety, grief , couples counseling and personality disorders.
I welcome you on your path to personal growth. Self discovery is an important and very personal journey in ones life and requires careful consideration on how to navigate it. I provide a caring, safe and authentic connection in the therapeutic relationship. We work collaboratively to explore and resolve your concerns and improve the quality of your life. For some, the burden of the pain and suffering can be overwhelming. Together we will take steps in creating an awareness of your emotional world while we minimize your distress and maximize your pursuit of your life goals,
My clients resolve a wide variety of concerns: trauma (PTSD), depression, anxiety, grief , couples counseling and personality disorders.
I welcome you on your path to personal growth. Self discovery is an important and very personal journey in ones life and requires careful consideration on how to navigate it. I provide a caring, safe and authentic connection in the therapeutic relationship. We work collaboratively to explore and resolve your concerns and improve the quality of your life. For some, the burden of the pain and suffering can be overwhelming. Together we will take steps in creating an awareness of your emotional world while we minimize your distress and maximize your pursuit of your life goals,
(646) 759-2910 View (646) 759-2910
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Dr. Britt Lindon: Individual And Couples Counselor
Psychologist, PhD, Anxiety, Couples, Trauma
Verified Verified
Grand Central, New York, NY 10017
Modern relationships are HARD. It’s a struggle to find the right person OR to wonder if your current partner is possibly the wrong person. It’s tough when you feel burned by or totally confused about your path. Maybe you’ve even made choices or overlooked things you now regret. Or, maybe it’s a relationship with a boss or coworkers who undervalue you or play favorites with others. Your work ethic and good ideas have long taken a backseat to putting out fires or just avoiding things way more than you should. You’re past thinking that life’s fair. But, you never thought that things could go THIS wrong or get under your skin THIS much.
Modern relationships are HARD. It’s a struggle to find the right person OR to wonder if your current partner is possibly the wrong person. It’s tough when you feel burned by or totally confused about your path. Maybe you’ve even made choices or overlooked things you now regret. Or, maybe it’s a relationship with a boss or coworkers who undervalue you or play favorites with others. Your work ethic and good ideas have long taken a backseat to putting out fires or just avoiding things way more than you should. You’re past thinking that life’s fair. But, you never thought that things could go THIS wrong or get under your skin THIS much.
(718) 841-0625 View (718) 841-0625
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Bri Arden Kalikow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Central, New York, NY 10016
Bri is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) providing individual and couples therapy. Bri earned her master's degree from the Columbia School of Social Work and her undergraduate degree from Columbia University. She also has extensive post-graduate training from the Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy and Modern Sex Therapy Institute, and has been an Associate for the Human Sexuality course at the Columbia University School of Social Work.
Bri is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) providing individual and couples therapy. Bri earned her master's degree from the Columbia School of Social Work and her undergraduate degree from Columbia University. She also has extensive post-graduate training from the Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy and Modern Sex Therapy Institute, and has been an Associate for the Human Sexuality course at the Columbia University School of Social Work.
(929) 284-2102 View (929) 284-2102
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Asiya Vickers
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grand Central, New York, NY 10165  (Online Only)
career changes, raising children, and working with relationship issues.
For a long time, you have tried to "hold it together." Perhaps, you may have prided yourself in your ability to power through challenging circumstances with little support. However, you have reached your limit and the stress has taken its toll. You have been struggling to hold things together yourself but, you know you can no longer do this alone. You may wonder, where can I go? Who can I trust? Where can I lay down my armor, if but for a moment, to just breathe, recalibrate, and to refocus. I know I need to prioritize myself but, I am not quite sure how. Is therapy right for me?
career changes, raising children, and working with relationship issues.
For a long time, you have tried to "hold it together." Perhaps, you may have prided yourself in your ability to power through challenging circumstances with little support. However, you have reached your limit and the stress has taken its toll. You have been struggling to hold things together yourself but, you know you can no longer do this alone. You may wonder, where can I go? Who can I trust? Where can I lay down my armor, if but for a moment, to just breathe, recalibrate, and to refocus. I know I need to prioritize myself but, I am not quite sure how. Is therapy right for me?
(551) 257-2283 View (551) 257-2283
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Erica Mantell Hamilton
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Grand Central, New York, NY 10017  (Online Only)
Do you feel you are riding an emotional rollercoaster? Alternatively, do you feel like you are living in auto-pilot, going through the motions in life without finding much satisfaction? Or maybe you are experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty coping with past traumas, relationship or work difficulties, or are just feeling stuck. Although we may find ourselves surrounded by supportive family and friends, we may still feel alone and isolated in our distress. Pain in life may be unavoidable, but you don’t need to go through it alone.
Do you feel you are riding an emotional rollercoaster? Alternatively, do you feel like you are living in auto-pilot, going through the motions in life without finding much satisfaction? Or maybe you are experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty coping with past traumas, relationship or work difficulties, or are just feeling stuck. Although we may find ourselves surrounded by supportive family and friends, we may still feel alone and isolated in our distress. Pain in life may be unavoidable, but you don’t need to go through it alone.
(516) 701-2789 View (516) 701-2789
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Anna Pirveli
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
Grand Central, New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
I have several years of clinical experience in working with individuals who are dealing with a variety of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, stressful life events, loss and grief, and relationship problems.
Do you feel depressed or anxious? Do you feel like you got caught up being who others expect you to be, instead of being who you really are? Have you been struggling with isolation, sadness and confusion that came with Covid-19? Do you have trouble maneuvering through your relationships? If so, I would love to talk with you. I believe in change, and that it can happen when you least expect it. Therapy is a great way to understand yourself, see what’s been holding you back, identify your barriers, and make that needed change to live a happy and meaningful life.
I have several years of clinical experience in working with individuals who are dealing with a variety of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, stressful life events, loss and grief, and relationship problems.
Do you feel depressed or anxious? Do you feel like you got caught up being who others expect you to be, instead of being who you really are? Have you been struggling with isolation, sadness and confusion that came with Covid-19? Do you have trouble maneuvering through your relationships? If so, I would love to talk with you. I believe in change, and that it can happen when you least expect it. Therapy is a great way to understand yourself, see what’s been holding you back, identify your barriers, and make that needed change to live a happy and meaningful life.
(631) 430-4232 View (631) 430-4232
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Seth Adam Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Central, New York, NY 10016
I am an active partner in therapy.
We are surrounded by a story that unwanted feelings are pathological, an illness to be eradicated by taking medication, relentlessly policing thoughts, and consuming a never-ending supply of self-care products and services. Taken alone, that narrative can conceal deeper causes of distress by focusing solely on how well you adjust to and cope with their effects. Lasting relief requires a more holistic approach, one that accurately identifies and addresses the personal, social, and structural barriers that are keeping you stuck.
I am an active partner in therapy.
We are surrounded by a story that unwanted feelings are pathological, an illness to be eradicated by taking medication, relentlessly policing thoughts, and consuming a never-ending supply of self-care products and services. Taken alone, that narrative can conceal deeper causes of distress by focusing solely on how well you adjust to and cope with their effects. Lasting relief requires a more holistic approach, one that accurately identifies and addresses the personal, social, and structural barriers that are keeping you stuck.
(929) 345-1922 View (929) 345-1922
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Ranjana Hari
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Grand Central, New York, NY 10017
These approaches are highly effective in treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, relationship issues, and low self-esteem.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
These approaches are highly effective in treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, relationship issues, and low self-esteem.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
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Dr. Normajean Cefarelli
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Grand Central, New York, NY 10016
I am well-versed in working with couples who are struggling with trust, intimacy, infidelity and uncertainty about their relationship.
Life can be difficult at times; I understand this. I have been working with individuals, couples and families for 20+ years. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with the knowledge and expertise you deserve to help you become the best version of yourself. My approach is warm, inviting, and one sprinkled with hope. I hold the belief that everyone deserves a little grace at the lowest moment of their life. My life passion and vocation are sitting with those who need guidance, empathy, and compassion. Please know that I am here to assist you with the utmost respect for your current situation and your emerging emotions.
I am well-versed in working with couples who are struggling with trust, intimacy, infidelity and uncertainty about their relationship.
Life can be difficult at times; I understand this. I have been working with individuals, couples and families for 20+ years. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with the knowledge and expertise you deserve to help you become the best version of yourself. My approach is warm, inviting, and one sprinkled with hope. I hold the belief that everyone deserves a little grace at the lowest moment of their life. My life passion and vocation are sitting with those who need guidance, empathy, and compassion. Please know that I am here to assist you with the utmost respect for your current situation and your emerging emotions.
(347) 491-4757 View (347) 491-4757
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Nancy S Gershman At Bhava Therapy Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Central, New York, NY 10016
How do we know when we're healed, "fixed", back to ourselves? There's a lightening up, a kinder voice in our heads, a bursting generosity and restored sense of purpose. And how does one get there with an integrative therapist? We start with The Here and Now. Forming I Fear/ I Wish statements. Figuring out which Selves survived that little t or Big T trauma. Listing the constricting beliefs of your Inner Critic. Inviting you (and your partner?) to play with new self-talk, role-play, power poses or traditions. Maybe diagramming intergenerational intel to re-write the future.
How do we know when we're healed, "fixed", back to ourselves? There's a lightening up, a kinder voice in our heads, a bursting generosity and restored sense of purpose. And how does one get there with an integrative therapist? We start with The Here and Now. Forming I Fear/ I Wish statements. Figuring out which Selves survived that little t or Big T trauma. Listing the constricting beliefs of your Inner Critic. Inviting you (and your partner?) to play with new self-talk, role-play, power poses or traditions. Maybe diagramming intergenerational intel to re-write the future.
(646) 762-4471 x1 View (646) 762-4471 x1

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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.