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Dr. Mitch and Lisa Marriages/Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
(516) 614-4354 View (516) 614-4354
Photo of Joanne Cuneo, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Oyster Bay, NY
Joanne Cuneo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Being a parent is one of the most rewarding and challenging jobs you'll ever have. I am a Licensed Social Worker and Parent Coach with over thirty years of experience working with parents and their children. I can help you parent at your very best. Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed with your home environment? From birth through the young adult years, I coach parents through periods of growth and challenges. Discover healthy ways to cope with conflict and the everyday challenges of parenting. I offer one on one personalized Parent Coaching designed to meet the needs of each individual and family.
Being a parent is one of the most rewarding and challenging jobs you'll ever have. I am a Licensed Social Worker and Parent Coach with over thirty years of experience working with parents and their children. I can help you parent at your very best. Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed with your home environment? From birth through the young adult years, I coach parents through periods of growth and challenges. Discover healthy ways to cope with conflict and the everyday challenges of parenting. I offer one on one personalized Parent Coaching designed to meet the needs of each individual and family.
(917) 983-4346 View (917) 983-4346
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Melissa Worth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Are you unsatisfied with life right now? Are you looking to work through trauma, stress or life transition? If you want to dig deep or talk through the problems currently impacting your life now, I want to help. By creating a comfortable, safe space for you to talk out what’s troubling or challenging you at the moment we will work together to connect the dots or uncover past experiences that may be preventing you from moving forward in your life. We will work together to set goals and partialize problems making them less overwhelming, yielding a sense of hope, courage and optimism and a confidence that there is a path forward.
Are you unsatisfied with life right now? Are you looking to work through trauma, stress or life transition? If you want to dig deep or talk through the problems currently impacting your life now, I want to help. By creating a comfortable, safe space for you to talk out what’s troubling or challenging you at the moment we will work together to connect the dots or uncover past experiences that may be preventing you from moving forward in your life. We will work together to set goals and partialize problems making them less overwhelming, yielding a sense of hope, courage and optimism and a confidence that there is a path forward.
(332) 334-8307 View (332) 334-8307
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Maya Wilder
Counselor, MLIS, MS, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Not accepting new clients
I strive to create a judgment-free zone where I welcome all parts and I will center you in our counseling relationship.
We all play different roles in life, and sometimes these roles can ask so much of us that little is left for ourselves. This can lead to feeling overwhelmed and burned out. Counseling can help ease these feelings by offering a safe space to unpack and sort through even the biggest emotions. I encourage authenticity and curiosity in the counseling space, and my aim is to support you as you learn and put into action new skills while growing your sense of awareness, self-acceptance, and agency. My counseling approach is integrative. I will incorporate drama therapy as well, where we will use a bit of creativity to help make change.
I strive to create a judgment-free zone where I welcome all parts and I will center you in our counseling relationship.
We all play different roles in life, and sometimes these roles can ask so much of us that little is left for ourselves. This can lead to feeling overwhelmed and burned out. Counseling can help ease these feelings by offering a safe space to unpack and sort through even the biggest emotions. I encourage authenticity and curiosity in the counseling space, and my aim is to support you as you learn and put into action new skills while growing your sense of awareness, self-acceptance, and agency. My counseling approach is integrative. I will incorporate drama therapy as well, where we will use a bit of creativity to help make change.
(516) 537-8112 View (516) 537-8112

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Photo of Megan L. Nolan, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Oyster Bay, NY
Megan L. Nolan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Roslyn, NY 11576
I offer treatment for a broad array of diagnostic categories that is centered on treating the whole person. Sessions often focus on behaviors, thoughts, feelings and ways of interacting that individuals repeat in spite of a wish to behave differently. Areas of expertise include individuals, (adults and teens) couples, families and groups. Our work together may include interpersonal and relationship issues at work, home and school. I specialize in grief and complicated grief as well as anxiety, anger, depression and other mood disorders.
I offer treatment for a broad array of diagnostic categories that is centered on treating the whole person. Sessions often focus on behaviors, thoughts, feelings and ways of interacting that individuals repeat in spite of a wish to behave differently. Areas of expertise include individuals, (adults and teens) couples, families and groups. Our work together may include interpersonal and relationship issues at work, home and school. I specialize in grief and complicated grief as well as anxiety, anger, depression and other mood disorders.
(516) 844-0177 View (516) 844-0177
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Love Inspires Psychotherapy LCSW PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Melville, NY 11747
With a specialty as a Sex and Relationship Therapist, I provide strategies to overcome emotional conflicts and sexual disorders that interfere with intimate connection and relationship success.
Do you struggle with finding your balance and maintaining peace? Are you repeating the same negative patterns, feeling stagnant, ashamed, anxious and overwhelmed? I will work with you to build solutions that fit you when you have: the desire to improve any aspect of your life• trouble adjusting to a new situation or life transition• conflicts that keep you from being closer to people you care about• anxiety• depression• lack information or embarrassment about sex• questions about relationships or sexual health..... I hold space for you to discuss and explore personal related topics confidentially without shame and judgement.
With a specialty as a Sex and Relationship Therapist, I provide strategies to overcome emotional conflicts and sexual disorders that interfere with intimate connection and relationship success.
Do you struggle with finding your balance and maintaining peace? Are you repeating the same negative patterns, feeling stagnant, ashamed, anxious and overwhelmed? I will work with you to build solutions that fit you when you have: the desire to improve any aspect of your life• trouble adjusting to a new situation or life transition• conflicts that keep you from being closer to people you care about• anxiety• depression• lack information or embarrassment about sex• questions about relationships or sexual health..... I hold space for you to discuss and explore personal related topics confidentially without shame and judgement.
(516) 586-0392 View (516) 586-0392
Photo of Areeba Babar, Mental Health Counselor in Oyster Bay, NY
Areeba Babar
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dix Hills, NY 11746  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals who live or have experiences with trauma, relationship dysfunction, and depression.
Have you been struggling with how you're feeling and seeing it affect your wellness, your relationships, or your life? Have you been experiencing sadness, hurt, self-doubt, or are just trying to find balance and peace? Letting someone in can be scary but given the privilege, I would love to be able to walk with you in your journey towards personal healing. Being provided with a safe, non-judgemental space to be comfortable and vulnerable, what you're able to do will be beautiful.
I specialize in working with individuals who live or have experiences with trauma, relationship dysfunction, and depression.
Have you been struggling with how you're feeling and seeing it affect your wellness, your relationships, or your life? Have you been experiencing sadness, hurt, self-doubt, or are just trying to find balance and peace? Letting someone in can be scary but given the privilege, I would love to be able to walk with you in your journey towards personal healing. Being provided with a safe, non-judgemental space to be comfortable and vulnerable, what you're able to do will be beautiful.
(631) 515-6946 View (631) 515-6946
Photo of Chana Pfeifer-Sytner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Oyster Bay, NY
Chana Pfeifer-Sytner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CIT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Manhasset, NY 11030
I deal with trauma, couples' challenging relationships, separation, blended families, and geriatrics.
Trying your best? Taking good care of your emotional well being, is almost as important as your body. Are you motivated to change and grow? You need the right person to help you reach your goals? I practice what I preach. “See me”and “hear me”. “Make it safe”. Often this is the beginning of what is missing in relationships. It's hard to ask for help. Being in a relationship is tricky. I appreciate people who are brave to say: "I need help with my life.", "I want to change my life.", & "I am unhappy.". I can help transform your hopes into action. You CAN change your life....if you have the will and desire to do so.
I deal with trauma, couples' challenging relationships, separation, blended families, and geriatrics.
Trying your best? Taking good care of your emotional well being, is almost as important as your body. Are you motivated to change and grow? You need the right person to help you reach your goals? I practice what I preach. “See me”and “hear me”. “Make it safe”. Often this is the beginning of what is missing in relationships. It's hard to ask for help. Being in a relationship is tricky. I appreciate people who are brave to say: "I need help with my life.", "I want to change my life.", & "I am unhappy.". I can help transform your hopes into action. You CAN change your life....if you have the will and desire to do so.
(516) 628-7496 View (516) 628-7496
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Live Love Loud Mental Health Counseling PLLC.
Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747  (Online Only)
My name is Stephanie and i'm the proud owner of Live, Love, Loud Mental Health Counseling PLLC. We work with adults and seniors, individuals, couples, families and groups struggling with anxiety, depression, and identity issues. We help by allowing you to tell your story, tap into your individual strengths to facilitate healing, achieve greater emotional intelligence, develop healthier communication styles and overcome your life challenges. Within a Strength-based, Client-centered environment, we utilize an eclectic approach using elements of Solution Focused Brief Therapy, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology
My name is Stephanie and i'm the proud owner of Live, Love, Loud Mental Health Counseling PLLC. We work with adults and seniors, individuals, couples, families and groups struggling with anxiety, depression, and identity issues. We help by allowing you to tell your story, tap into your individual strengths to facilitate healing, achieve greater emotional intelligence, develop healthier communication styles and overcome your life challenges. Within a Strength-based, Client-centered environment, we utilize an eclectic approach using elements of Solution Focused Brief Therapy, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology
(516) 207-0983 View (516) 207-0983
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Elana Axelrod
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Roslyn, NY 11576
I have extensive experience working with children, adults and couples/families who have experienced traumatic events, grief and loss, anxiety, depressive symptoms, divorce/separations, behavioral concerns, and major life transitions.
We all deserve to have a space that we feel heard, seen and cared for as we work through life’s challenges. It can be overwhelming to watch our loved ones struggle with an issue and feel unable to help. I am here to support you and navigate this new journey together. My strengths as a clinician, center on creating partnerships with clients to address barriers that are stopping them from feeling their best. In our work together, we will explore life’s challenges and celebrate its joys.
I have extensive experience working with children, adults and couples/families who have experienced traumatic events, grief and loss, anxiety, depressive symptoms, divorce/separations, behavioral concerns, and major life transitions.
We all deserve to have a space that we feel heard, seen and cared for as we work through life’s challenges. It can be overwhelming to watch our loved ones struggle with an issue and feel unable to help. I am here to support you and navigate this new journey together. My strengths as a clinician, center on creating partnerships with clients to address barriers that are stopping them from feeling their best. In our work together, we will explore life’s challenges and celebrate its joys.
(631) 557-0649 View (631) 557-0649
Jennifer Padrone
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manhasset, NY 11030
Dr. Padrone is a NYS Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Psychotherapy for adults, seniors, young adults and couples utilizing psychodynamic, attachment-based, Internal Family Systems and Mindfulness-based approaches. Treatment of anxiety disorders (including panic, OCD, and generalized anxiety), mood disorders (including major depression and bipolar disorders), eating disorders and psychological correlates of chronic pain. Addiction recovery strategies as well as harm reduction approach to substance misuse. Trauma-informed psychotherapy with neuropsychology patient education.
Dr. Padrone is a NYS Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Psychotherapy for adults, seniors, young adults and couples utilizing psychodynamic, attachment-based, Internal Family Systems and Mindfulness-based approaches. Treatment of anxiety disorders (including panic, OCD, and generalized anxiety), mood disorders (including major depression and bipolar disorders), eating disorders and psychological correlates of chronic pain. Addiction recovery strategies as well as harm reduction approach to substance misuse. Trauma-informed psychotherapy with neuropsychology patient education.
(516) 375-4176 View (516) 375-4176
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Dr. Mitch and Lisa Marriages/Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Hicksville, NY 11801
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
(516) 604-5107 View (516) 604-5107
Photo of Sephora Baron, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Oyster Bay, NY
Sephora Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
East Norwich, NY 11732
I blend techniques from the Top in our field from the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Pragmatic Experiential Couples Therapy.
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
I blend techniques from the Top in our field from the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Pragmatic Experiential Couples Therapy.
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
(203) 427-0421 View (203) 427-0421
Photo of Stella Koltunov, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Oyster Bay, NY
Stella Koltunov
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Old Brookville, NY 11545  (Online Only)
Individual, couples, and family therapy is offered here regardless of age or cultural background. Collaborative approaches allow clients to not only manage their symptoms effectively, but to also improve their quality of life and relationships. Clients within the practice are encouraged to develop effective tools to get and keep positive lasting change.
Individual, couples, and family therapy is offered here regardless of age or cultural background. Collaborative approaches allow clients to not only manage their symptoms effectively, but to also improve their quality of life and relationships. Clients within the practice are encouraged to develop effective tools to get and keep positive lasting change.
(516) 701-2114 View (516) 701-2114
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Innovative Therapy
Verified Verified
Manhasset, NY 11030
At Innovative Therapy, our patient promise is to be there for you in your journey to a happier you. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain and move forward to where you want to be in your life. Marriage and family therapists provide individual, couple, family, relational and group therapy. Marriage and Family Therapists assess, treat and implement change in the overall, long-term well-being of individuals, couples, families and other relationships. The traditional emphasis on the individual is expanded to include consideration of the nature and roles of individuals in relation to others.
At Innovative Therapy, our patient promise is to be there for you in your journey to a happier you. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain and move forward to where you want to be in your life. Marriage and family therapists provide individual, couple, family, relational and group therapy. Marriage and Family Therapists assess, treat and implement change in the overall, long-term well-being of individuals, couples, families and other relationships. The traditional emphasis on the individual is expanded to include consideration of the nature and roles of individuals in relation to others.
(516) 517-4985 View (516) 517-4985
Photo of Alicia Cherian Lmft, Marriage & Family Therapist in Oyster Bay, NY
Alicia Cherian Lmft
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hicksville, NY 11801  (Online Only)
I offer individual, family, and couples therapy.
Accepting New Clients for Tele-therapy. My style is warm, empathetic, interactive and straight forward. Do you feel certain emotions with life changes and relationships that sometimes feel out of your control? How about feeling alone, pain, or struggling to connect to the best version of you and others? In the good and the bad we need someone to help reconnect for our emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical health. Please reach out for help, I provide VIRTUAL therapy in many areas. Clients state feeling freedom & growth through therapy with me! Check out my website for more details: www.toloveandbeloved.org (copy URL on left)
I offer individual, family, and couples therapy.
Accepting New Clients for Tele-therapy. My style is warm, empathetic, interactive and straight forward. Do you feel certain emotions with life changes and relationships that sometimes feel out of your control? How about feeling alone, pain, or struggling to connect to the best version of you and others? In the good and the bad we need someone to help reconnect for our emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical health. Please reach out for help, I provide VIRTUAL therapy in many areas. Clients state feeling freedom & growth through therapy with me! Check out my website for more details: www.toloveandbeloved.org (copy URL on left)
(631) 212-9517 View (631) 212-9517
Photo of Staci Leavitt Mind & Body Inc, Counselor in Oyster Bay, NY
Staci Leavitt Mind & Body Inc
Counselor, RD, LCSW, PsyD, Coaches, Staff
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington, NY 11743
We treat all ages(children - elderly), individuals, couples, & families, group sessions.
We are a mental health, therapy, out-patient eating disorder and nutrition center. We handle all therapy & nutrition needs with the upmost amount of love, care and compassion. Having a mixed staff of Psychotherapists, Registered Dietitians & Coaches, we are able to treat a whole person, not just mind or body. Each patient is is viewed as an individual, allowing us to focus on THEIR personal needs/wishes. Our goal is to meet the patient where they are at and together help them understand their struggles and bring them to a happier & healthier place mentally & physically. Our passion is to provide the most safe/comfortable environment
We treat all ages(children - elderly), individuals, couples, & families, group sessions.
We are a mental health, therapy, out-patient eating disorder and nutrition center. We handle all therapy & nutrition needs with the upmost amount of love, care and compassion. Having a mixed staff of Psychotherapists, Registered Dietitians & Coaches, we are able to treat a whole person, not just mind or body. Each patient is is viewed as an individual, allowing us to focus on THEIR personal needs/wishes. Our goal is to meet the patient where they are at and together help them understand their struggles and bring them to a happier & healthier place mentally & physically. Our passion is to provide the most safe/comfortable environment
(516) 433-1456 View (516) 433-1456
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Daphne J. Schuster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LMFT, EdD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington, NY 11743  (Online Only)
I am known for Caring and Professional PERSONAL, MARRIAGE & RELATIONSHIP Counseling. Life is all about relationships. We shape them, and they shape us - they touch us to our very core! But finding a well-qualified relationship therapist when your relationship is suffering can be very difficult! Many therapists lack the specialized training, experience, or license to work with couples and families. As a result, couples often experience marriage therapy as lukewarm in supporting the goal of life-long commitment. I am licensed as a Marriage & Family Therapist, as well as Clinical Social Worker at the highest level of experience.
I am known for Caring and Professional PERSONAL, MARRIAGE & RELATIONSHIP Counseling. Life is all about relationships. We shape them, and they shape us - they touch us to our very core! But finding a well-qualified relationship therapist when your relationship is suffering can be very difficult! Many therapists lack the specialized training, experience, or license to work with couples and families. As a result, couples often experience marriage therapy as lukewarm in supporting the goal of life-long commitment. I am licensed as a Marriage & Family Therapist, as well as Clinical Social Worker at the highest level of experience.
(516) 650-6478 View (516) 650-6478
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Joanna Komoska
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Bayville, NY 11709  (Online Only)
I have worked with couples primarily in my practice for over 30 years. If you want to improve your marriage, learning more about communication skills, evaluating personality styles to help determine where you can build greater compatibility with your partner, this office can be of great support. Conflict in relationships is my specialty and I have continued my studies by becoming a certified mediator, helping resolve differences so couples can find peace with each other.
I have worked with couples primarily in my practice for over 30 years. If you want to improve your marriage, learning more about communication skills, evaluating personality styles to help determine where you can build greater compatibility with your partner, this office can be of great support. Conflict in relationships is my specialty and I have continued my studies by becoming a certified mediator, helping resolve differences so couples can find peace with each other.
(516) 550-3446 View (516) 550-3446
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Audrey Feiner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
Ever since the pandemic, you guys have been fighting. It's become constant. Now you feel distant and disengaged. You can’t communicate the way you used to and you feel misunderstood. Impatience and frustration have taken over. Where's the compromise? Sleeping is getting increasingly difficult. You keep remembering those punishing words: your mind keeps repeating them over and over. With so much longing and unmet needs, you and your partner are drifting further and further apart.
Ever since the pandemic, you guys have been fighting. It's become constant. Now you feel distant and disengaged. You can’t communicate the way you used to and you feel misunderstood. Impatience and frustration have taken over. Where's the compromise? Sleeping is getting increasingly difficult. You keep remembering those punishing words: your mind keeps repeating them over and over. With so much longing and unmet needs, you and your partner are drifting further and further apart.
(516) 714-5920 View (516) 714-5920
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.