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Shawn M. Moling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Corvallis, OR 97333
As a Licensed Counselor, working from a psychodynamic perspective, my goal is to foster a safe, confidential, therapeutic relationship in order to fully process the pain.
Often times, navigating relationships can be similar to walking through a minefield. The only problem is that most of us tend to step on a few mines. The deep hurt and emotional trauma that each exploding mine causes in our lives is carried into all subsequent relationships we dare to enter. In dealing with the pain of past relationships, many struggle to cope and find solutions to push back against their very real pain; many of these solution cause deep wounds of their own.
As a Licensed Counselor, working from a psychodynamic perspective, my goal is to foster a safe, confidential, therapeutic relationship in order to fully process the pain.
Often times, navigating relationships can be similar to walking through a minefield. The only problem is that most of us tend to step on a few mines. The deep hurt and emotional trauma that each exploding mine causes in our lives is carried into all subsequent relationships we dare to enter. In dealing with the pain of past relationships, many struggle to cope and find solutions to push back against their very real pain; many of these solution cause deep wounds of their own.
(206) 397-6066 View (206) 397-6066
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Transformative Health and Wellness
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330
We offer specialties such as sex therapy, dance therapy, somatic interventions, family therapy and couples therapy, ketamine assisted psychotherapy, massage, and general wellness services.
When you walk through the doors of Transformative Health and Wellness you will find yourself in a center that is focused on whole-person care. We are here as unique and passionate clinicians to help you feel at ease about your healing process, create an individualized plan for your transformation experience, and collaborate to support you in changing your life. This is the place you come when you are ready for a more meaningful healing experience. We integrate the best techniques in mental health, physical wellness and psychedelic medicine to support healing and growth. If you are interested in working closely with a team, and feeling empowered in your own growth process, you’ve come to the right place. Transformative Health and Wellness is not solely here for those seeking ketamine assisted psychotherapy, we offer an array of services to myriad clients.
We offer specialties such as sex therapy, dance therapy, somatic interventions, family therapy and couples therapy, ketamine assisted psychotherapy, massage, and general wellness services.
When you walk through the doors of Transformative Health and Wellness you will find yourself in a center that is focused on whole-person care. We are here as unique and passionate clinicians to help you feel at ease about your healing process, create an individualized plan for your transformation experience, and collaborate to support you in changing your life. This is the place you come when you are ready for a more meaningful healing experience. We integrate the best techniques in mental health, physical wellness and psychedelic medicine to support healing and growth. If you are interested in working closely with a team, and feeling empowered in your own growth process, you’ve come to the right place. Transformative Health and Wellness is not solely here for those seeking ketamine assisted psychotherapy, we offer an array of services to myriad clients.
(541) 845-3150 View (541) 845-3150
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Erika Gabonay
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330
I also have extended training in eating disorder prevention and couples therapy.
I believe that all people have strengths, no matter what their struggles are. I also believe that we all have the potential to be the experts of our own lives. It is from this belief that I work collaboratively and compassionately with each client to explore how to utilize these strengths and determine how the stories that shape our world can be a part of our growth process. When working with me, we will discuss how your experiences, relationships, identity, and community can ultimately be a part of what helps you to address your personal concerns and supports you in being the agent of change in your life.
I also have extended training in eating disorder prevention and couples therapy.
I believe that all people have strengths, no matter what their struggles are. I also believe that we all have the potential to be the experts of our own lives. It is from this belief that I work collaboratively and compassionately with each client to explore how to utilize these strengths and determine how the stories that shape our world can be a part of our growth process. When working with me, we will discuss how your experiences, relationships, identity, and community can ultimately be a part of what helps you to address your personal concerns and supports you in being the agent of change in your life.
(541) 255-1534 View (541) 255-1534
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Thrive Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97333
Waitlist for new clients
What we offer you is a safe place to explore the relationship that you have with yourself and others in your life.
Have you ever looked in the mirror and asked yourself, “who am I?” or “how did I get to this place in my life?” or ever thought “I am not ok”, but everyone around you says that you are doing fine and things will work themselves out. Do you find yourself questioning your spiritual or religious beliefs? Maybe even doubting them all together? Do you find yourself sad or nervous often? Are you frustrated with yourself and relationships more and more often? If you answered “yes” to these questions, then this is the right place for you. Together we can find the answers that you are searching for in your life and relationships.
What we offer you is a safe place to explore the relationship that you have with yourself and others in your life.
Have you ever looked in the mirror and asked yourself, “who am I?” or “how did I get to this place in my life?” or ever thought “I am not ok”, but everyone around you says that you are doing fine and things will work themselves out. Do you find yourself questioning your spiritual or religious beliefs? Maybe even doubting them all together? Do you find yourself sad or nervous often? Are you frustrated with yourself and relationships more and more often? If you answered “yes” to these questions, then this is the right place for you. Together we can find the answers that you are searching for in your life and relationships.
(541) 237-1489 View (541) 237-1489
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Friends of the Family
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corvallis, OR 97330
Friends of the Family (FOFM) offers top-quality counseling services for children, teens, adults, couples, and families at affordable out-of-pocket rates. Thanks to the generous support of donors throughout the community, we operate from a Sliding Fee Scale that goes as low as $30 for a session. Our Counseling Team includes Sherry Doggett, MA, Jessica Carter, MA, and Alicia Deal, Graduate Intern. FOFM counselors are under the direct clinical supervision of Robert Lewis, MA, LMFT. See pictures below and read more about each counselor on our website (fofm.org).
Friends of the Family (FOFM) offers top-quality counseling services for children, teens, adults, couples, and families at affordable out-of-pocket rates. Thanks to the generous support of donors throughout the community, we operate from a Sliding Fee Scale that goes as low as $30 for a session. Our Counseling Team includes Sherry Doggett, MA, Jessica Carter, MA, and Alicia Deal, Graduate Intern. FOFM counselors are under the direct clinical supervision of Robert Lewis, MA, LMFT. See pictures below and read more about each counselor on our website (fofm.org).
(458) 214-2406 View (458) 214-2406
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Sam H.W. Sappington, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corvallis, OR 97333
Over the years I see that I am very well-suited to work with clients who are experiencing a major life transition. These include changes in relationship status, employment, health, sexual/ gender identity, as well as retirement/ aging concerns. While transitions can bring new opportunities, such changes also come with an array of losses, endings and goodbyes. Transitions can generate challenging symptoms, including a sense of grieving, starting over and/or confronting the unknown. Life can lead one to a place where it pushes you to explore your personality and life choices, and make new sense of your life experiences.
Over the years I see that I am very well-suited to work with clients who are experiencing a major life transition. These include changes in relationship status, employment, health, sexual/ gender identity, as well as retirement/ aging concerns. While transitions can bring new opportunities, such changes also come with an array of losses, endings and goodbyes. Transitions can generate challenging symptoms, including a sense of grieving, starting over and/or confronting the unknown. Life can lead one to a place where it pushes you to explore your personality and life choices, and make new sense of your life experiences.
(541) 507-0203 View (541) 507-0203
Dominique L Corellas
Clinical Social Work Associate, MSW, CSWA
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330
Hi! My name is Dominique. I grew up abroad and have engaged with people from all corners of life. I have a collaborative approach, listening to individuals process through their struggles, empowering change while developing strategies to implement change. We all have a need to share a story and I enjoy listening to stories providing an opportunity of a dynamic ending. Some of my areas of interest are life transitions, anxiety, trauma, coping skills, relationship issues, and stress.
Hi! My name is Dominique. I grew up abroad and have engaged with people from all corners of life. I have a collaborative approach, listening to individuals process through their struggles, empowering change while developing strategies to implement change. We all have a need to share a story and I enjoy listening to stories providing an opportunity of a dynamic ending. Some of my areas of interest are life transitions, anxiety, trauma, coping skills, relationship issues, and stress.
(541) 293-1535 View (541) 293-1535
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Melissa Chamberlin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330
The therapeutic relationship must respect orientation / preference, race, ethnicity, culture, values, beliefs, practices, & intentions.
I AM Accepting NEW - CLIENTS. I use an Integrated Holistic Mind-Body Approach: Neurocounseling, Positive Psychology, Somatic Psychotherapy, Neurotherapy bio-feedback, CBT, etc. I work with clients to develop individualized treatment action plans to resolve difficulties, address challenges, & focus on achieving goals. I specialize in Anxiety / Stress / Trauma; Relationship Dynamics & Communication Skills; Life & Career Direction; Transition Management; Depression; Grief & Loss. I assist in gaining knowledge & answers, forming new behaviors, overcoming barriers, support healing & development, & in creating positive relationships.
The therapeutic relationship must respect orientation / preference, race, ethnicity, culture, values, beliefs, practices, & intentions.
I AM Accepting NEW - CLIENTS. I use an Integrated Holistic Mind-Body Approach: Neurocounseling, Positive Psychology, Somatic Psychotherapy, Neurotherapy bio-feedback, CBT, etc. I work with clients to develop individualized treatment action plans to resolve difficulties, address challenges, & focus on achieving goals. I specialize in Anxiety / Stress / Trauma; Relationship Dynamics & Communication Skills; Life & Career Direction; Transition Management; Depression; Grief & Loss. I assist in gaining knowledge & answers, forming new behaviors, overcoming barriers, support healing & development, & in creating positive relationships.
(541) 705-3175 View (541) 705-3175
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Theresa Ann Dudley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I've treasured up more than 20 years of Professional experience, with Certifications in EMDR Facilitation, Relationship Counseling, Addictions Counseling, Clinical Supervision and more.
Each individual carries their own unique blend of strengths and struggles as well as fears and successes. As we work together in therapy, you will learn to access your strengths and resolve your struggles, celebrate your successes and stand up to former fears. I will equip you with the tools you need to create a more satisfying way of living, loving and being. At A Peaceful Place, Therapeutic Counseling, I provide genuinely caring, professional insight for individuals, couples and families, toward the discovery of a more peaceful place within themselves.
I've treasured up more than 20 years of Professional experience, with Certifications in EMDR Facilitation, Relationship Counseling, Addictions Counseling, Clinical Supervision and more.
Each individual carries their own unique blend of strengths and struggles as well as fears and successes. As we work together in therapy, you will learn to access your strengths and resolve your struggles, celebrate your successes and stand up to former fears. I will equip you with the tools you need to create a more satisfying way of living, loving and being. At A Peaceful Place, Therapeutic Counseling, I provide genuinely caring, professional insight for individuals, couples and families, toward the discovery of a more peaceful place within themselves.
(503) 743-6208 View (503) 743-6208
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Jenna Crawford
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97333
Waitlist for new clients
Jenna provides a client-centered approach to adult individuals & couples as a family systems trained therapist. She views therapy as an opportunity to collaboratively explore fundamental aspects of a person’s life & seeks to support clients in discovering their inner resources. Jenna honors clients as the expert in their experience & prioritizes connection and safety within the therapeutic relationship. In sessions, she operates from a trauma-informed lens & utilizes a non-pathologizing integrated model that draws from theories of narrative therapy, internal family systems (IFS), emotion focused therapy (EFT) & attachment theory.
Jenna provides a client-centered approach to adult individuals & couples as a family systems trained therapist. She views therapy as an opportunity to collaboratively explore fundamental aspects of a person’s life & seeks to support clients in discovering their inner resources. Jenna honors clients as the expert in their experience & prioritizes connection and safety within the therapeutic relationship. In sessions, she operates from a trauma-informed lens & utilizes a non-pathologizing integrated model that draws from theories of narrative therapy, internal family systems (IFS), emotion focused therapy (EFT) & attachment theory.
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Adrian C Mcbroom
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330
I enjoy working with individuals, and I am passionate about helping couples find their way to deep intimacy.
I believe our capacity to connect, both with ourselves and with those we love is vital to our happiness. When we are in a state of disconnection, we can feel anxious, isolated, empty, and depressed. I get this, and feel its my job to provide a safe place where you can trust, feel respected and cared for, in the process of therapy. I understand its difficult to feel worried, discouraged, and overwhelmed by everyday challenges. We all have suffered in silence, waiting for things to get better, because seeking help may seem too scary....I want to help.
I enjoy working with individuals, and I am passionate about helping couples find their way to deep intimacy.
I believe our capacity to connect, both with ourselves and with those we love is vital to our happiness. When we are in a state of disconnection, we can feel anxious, isolated, empty, and depressed. I get this, and feel its my job to provide a safe place where you can trust, feel respected and cared for, in the process of therapy. I understand its difficult to feel worried, discouraged, and overwhelmed by everyday challenges. We all have suffered in silence, waiting for things to get better, because seeking help may seem too scary....I want to help.
(541) 360-8746 View (541) 360-8746
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Stephanie Shippen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330  (Online Only)
I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. I use my expertise to help you gain new perspective, identify and overcome barriers, cope with life transitions, cultivate self-compassion, and develop skills to create a life worth living. Together, we will find your strengths and bolster resilience. Providing warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative support is at the core of my practice. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, adjusting to parenthood, relationship concerns, trauma, identity exploration, and multicultural concerns. I have extensive experience working with young adults.
I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. I use my expertise to help you gain new perspective, identify and overcome barriers, cope with life transitions, cultivate self-compassion, and develop skills to create a life worth living. Together, we will find your strengths and bolster resilience. Providing warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative support is at the core of my practice. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, adjusting to parenthood, relationship concerns, trauma, identity exploration, and multicultural concerns. I have extensive experience working with young adults.
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Hannah Bittner
Professional Counselor Associate, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corvallis, OR 97330
Currently accepting clients! Accepting couples and individuals. I specialize in working with diverse couples of all backgrounds, orientations, and relationship dynamics. I am skilled in assisting couples facing a spectrum of challenges, including but not limited to: communication barriers, intimacy issues, and sexual concerns. My approach as a couples therapist encompasses addressing these sensitive issues in a safe and supportive environment, fostering understanding, and guiding partners toward healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Additionally, I work with individuals struggling with eating disorders and/or body image issues.
Currently accepting clients! Accepting couples and individuals. I specialize in working with diverse couples of all backgrounds, orientations, and relationship dynamics. I am skilled in assisting couples facing a spectrum of challenges, including but not limited to: communication barriers, intimacy issues, and sexual concerns. My approach as a couples therapist encompasses addressing these sensitive issues in a safe and supportive environment, fostering understanding, and guiding partners toward healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Additionally, I work with individuals struggling with eating disorders and/or body image issues.
(503) 382-8733 View (503) 382-8733
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Amanda Orton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Corvallis, OR 97330
I am not accepting new couples at this time. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my desire to help clients experiencing anxiety or depression, learn ways to not only cope, but overcome. I enjoy assisting clients learn healthier communication and conflict resolution skills, and concurrently learn how to cope with life stressors better. I strive to help my clients gain a better understanding of themselves, and their problematic and possibly self destructive patterns. Sometimes just a new perspective on an old problem can help propel us toward making healthy changes in our lives.
I am not accepting new couples at this time. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my desire to help clients experiencing anxiety or depression, learn ways to not only cope, but overcome. I enjoy assisting clients learn healthier communication and conflict resolution skills, and concurrently learn how to cope with life stressors better. I strive to help my clients gain a better understanding of themselves, and their problematic and possibly self destructive patterns. Sometimes just a new perspective on an old problem can help propel us toward making healthy changes in our lives.
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Shannon Mong
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330  (Online Only)
I appreciate you taking the time to learn about me & consider working together. Licensed as a clinical psychologist since 2006, I've accompanied adults, teens, & older adults through many situations & feelings - including anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, relationship issues, parenting, aging, substance use, & navigating neurodivergence (attention deficit & autistic spectrum disorders). My goal is that you gain a better understanding of the situation and yourself, implement new strategies and skills to successfully manage the transition, and emerge with greater confidence to journey through future life events.
I appreciate you taking the time to learn about me & consider working together. Licensed as a clinical psychologist since 2006, I've accompanied adults, teens, & older adults through many situations & feelings - including anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, relationship issues, parenting, aging, substance use, & navigating neurodivergence (attention deficit & autistic spectrum disorders). My goal is that you gain a better understanding of the situation and yourself, implement new strategies and skills to successfully manage the transition, and emerge with greater confidence to journey through future life events.
(541) 532-2613 View (541) 532-2613
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Kathy Manning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97333  (Online Only)
I use the Internal Family Systems framework for individual and couples telehealth psychotherapy.
Hello You! Welcome to this brief introduction about me and the modality I use. My hope in working with you, is to help you liberate extreme emotions, restore trust in yourself to live in balance, harmony, and wholeness. So many of us are living in overwhelm, anxiety, depression, and relationship conflicts; it is time to become emotionally whole and connected to others. This is an inside job, and it is worth it to be reflective, to see why you do the things you do and feel the emotions you do. The work is hard and ultimately worth, you are worthy of this journey to a fuller connection to your true self and those you love.
I use the Internal Family Systems framework for individual and couples telehealth psychotherapy.
Hello You! Welcome to this brief introduction about me and the modality I use. My hope in working with you, is to help you liberate extreme emotions, restore trust in yourself to live in balance, harmony, and wholeness. So many of us are living in overwhelm, anxiety, depression, and relationship conflicts; it is time to become emotionally whole and connected to others. This is an inside job, and it is worth it to be reflective, to see why you do the things you do and feel the emotions you do. The work is hard and ultimately worth, you are worthy of this journey to a fuller connection to your true self and those you love.
(571) 568-7847 View (571) 568-7847
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Zarasun Murphy
Clinical Social Work Associate, MSW, CSWA, BS
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97339
I work primarily with children, adolescents, young adults (under 60 years), couples, and families.
We each have within us a spark, though it may become dimmed or buried deeply through life's trials and trauma. Fortunately, with proper guidance and support, everyone has insight and wisdom within to grow and ignite their innate radiance, to embrace healing and growth. As a spiritually-based holistic wellbeing practitioner, I offer a dynamic approach to healing for each individual, by drawing on my two decades of experience working in the fields of health, wellness, balance, and healing.
I work primarily with children, adolescents, young adults (under 60 years), couples, and families.
We each have within us a spark, though it may become dimmed or buried deeply through life's trials and trauma. Fortunately, with proper guidance and support, everyone has insight and wisdom within to grow and ignite their innate radiance, to embrace healing and growth. As a spiritually-based holistic wellbeing practitioner, I offer a dynamic approach to healing for each individual, by drawing on my two decades of experience working in the fields of health, wellness, balance, and healing.
(541) 502-2919 View (541) 502-2919
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Gathered & Wise
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Corvallis, OR 97330
Now accepting new clients for individual and couples therapy! We are a group practice of experienced therapists that specialize in pregnancy and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, birth trauma, pregnancy and infant loss, infertility, loss of self, adjustment to parenthood, and other issues related to the early years of parenting and getting to know yourself in this new stage of life. While we specialize in perinatal clients, we also work with clients experiencing generalized anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life adjustments, stress, and those needing to improve their self worth, communication, and assertiveness.
Now accepting new clients for individual and couples therapy! We are a group practice of experienced therapists that specialize in pregnancy and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, birth trauma, pregnancy and infant loss, infertility, loss of self, adjustment to parenthood, and other issues related to the early years of parenting and getting to know yourself in this new stage of life. While we specialize in perinatal clients, we also work with clients experiencing generalized anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life adjustments, stress, and those needing to improve their self worth, communication, and assertiveness.
(541) 368-4380 View (541) 368-4380
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Paige Evans Counseling LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Corvallis, OR 97330  (Online Only)
I work with couples, individuals, families, and teens (12+); though my main focus tends to be on couples/marital counseling.
I work to build trust and create a safe space for people to explore themselves and their relationships. Relationships are the bedrock of society, change, and connection. Having a good sense of self requires having a good relationship with yourself. Having fulfilling relationships increases our ability to cope with life, has long term positive effects on our physical and mental health, and makes us happier. If you’re aware that you struggle with the same cyclical issues, it means you’ve awakened to the fact that what you’ve been doing isn’t currently working for you.
I work with couples, individuals, families, and teens (12+); though my main focus tends to be on couples/marital counseling.
I work to build trust and create a safe space for people to explore themselves and their relationships. Relationships are the bedrock of society, change, and connection. Having a good sense of self requires having a good relationship with yourself. Having fulfilling relationships increases our ability to cope with life, has long term positive effects on our physical and mental health, and makes us happier. If you’re aware that you struggle with the same cyclical issues, it means you’ve awakened to the fact that what you’ve been doing isn’t currently working for you.
(541) 243-7073 View (541) 243-7073
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Laura Wade
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Corvallis, OR 97331
Waitlist for new clients
In therapy, we'll focus on elevating your relationships. I'm passionate about guiding individuals and couples towards deep, loving, and dynamic relationships. With a comprehensive toolkit and expertise, I’ll support you in enhancing your connections—whether with a partner, family, or within yourself. Together, we will work towards your goal of a great relationship, exploring new perspectives and opportunities that transform challenges into pathways for growth, leading to a deeply fulfilling and successful partnership.
In therapy, we'll focus on elevating your relationships. I'm passionate about guiding individuals and couples towards deep, loving, and dynamic relationships. With a comprehensive toolkit and expertise, I’ll support you in enhancing your connections—whether with a partner, family, or within yourself. Together, we will work towards your goal of a great relationship, exploring new perspectives and opportunities that transform challenges into pathways for growth, leading to a deeply fulfilling and successful partnership.
(458) 203-1642 View (458) 203-1642
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.