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Thais Deane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579  (Online Only)
Hello my name is Thais Deane and I've been in practice for over 12 years. I offer individual and couples therapy. We will work together towards identifying and resolving your life stressors. I have experience with depression, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. Let me help you discover a path towards improving your life.
Hello my name is Thais Deane and I've been in practice for over 12 years. I offer individual and couples therapy. We will work together towards identifying and resolving your life stressors. I have experience with depression, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. Let me help you discover a path towards improving your life.
(843) 242-0036 View (843) 242-0036
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Wilmington Mental Health
Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS, LCSW, NPMHNP, FNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
Wilmington Mental Health (WMH) provides evidence-based and person-centered treatment to residents of Southeastern North Carolina. Our mission is to offer accessible universal mental health treatment so that everyone in our community has access to the services they need, when and where they need them. WMH integrates multiple therapeutic techniques to create optimal patient experience. WMH understands that life presents difficulties that can reduce the quality of life and happiness of those in our community. These challenges can be detrimental if left on unresolved. Hence, it is critical that access to mental health care exist when individuals need it most. WMH has developed a platform that provides therapeutic support for teenagers, college students, adults, couples, and families. Our compassionate counselors are ready to meet with you to help you resolve challenges and move forward in your life. Get on the road to recovery with Wilmington Mental Health Today! Book a confidential consultation, call 910-777-5575 or email us at info@wmhwc.com.
Wilmington Mental Health (WMH) provides evidence-based and person-centered treatment to residents of Southeastern North Carolina. Our mission is to offer accessible universal mental health treatment so that everyone in our community has access to the services they need, when and where they need them. WMH integrates multiple therapeutic techniques to create optimal patient experience. WMH understands that life presents difficulties that can reduce the quality of life and happiness of those in our community. These challenges can be detrimental if left on unresolved. Hence, it is critical that access to mental health care exist when individuals need it most. WMH has developed a platform that provides therapeutic support for teenagers, college students, adults, couples, and families. Our compassionate counselors are ready to meet with you to help you resolve challenges and move forward in your life. Get on the road to recovery with Wilmington Mental Health Today! Book a confidential consultation, call 910-777-5575 or email us at info@wmhwc.com.
(910) 909-4408 View (910) 909-4408
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Viviana Houser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with military veterans, active duty, first responders and their families. The unique circumstances of these types of jobs affect families and loved ones, understanding the dilemas and how to overcome is part of the therapeutic process.
I have extensive experience working with military veterans, active duty, first responders and their families. The unique circumstances of these types of jobs affect families and loved ones, understanding the dilemas and how to overcome is part of the therapeutic process.
(910) 490-3704 View (910) 490-3704
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Victoria Hudson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577  (Online Only)
Struggling with difficulties from your childhood or from recent past experiences? Feeling overwhelmed and needing new perspectives to reconnect with peace or purpose? Have uncomfortable experiences that seem to linger, impacting your emotional and physical well-being in ways that are distracting? Are you seeking ways to develop strength and authenticity to promote wellness in relationships? I would love to meet to get to know you and to see how we might collaborate with you in this season.
Struggling with difficulties from your childhood or from recent past experiences? Feeling overwhelmed and needing new perspectives to reconnect with peace or purpose? Have uncomfortable experiences that seem to linger, impacting your emotional and physical well-being in ways that are distracting? Are you seeking ways to develop strength and authenticity to promote wellness in relationships? I would love to meet to get to know you and to see how we might collaborate with you in this season.
(253) 858-7056 View (253) 858-7056
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McCarthy Counseling Associates, PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CCMHC, BCIM, BCN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Dr. Robert E. McCarthy is an internationally-known authority in integrative medicine and a Licensed and Multi-Board Certified Professional Counselor and Supervisor providing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a range of psychiatric, medical, neurological and developmental disorders. He specializes in state-of-the-art QEEG, biofeedback, neurofeedback, hemoencephalography and transcranial photobiomodulation, and is a contributing author to the landmark book Neurofeedback: The First Fifty Years and wrote Setting up A State-f-the-Art Integrative Medicine Practice sold by BFE worldwide.
Dr. Robert E. McCarthy is an internationally-known authority in integrative medicine and a Licensed and Multi-Board Certified Professional Counselor and Supervisor providing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a range of psychiatric, medical, neurological and developmental disorders. He specializes in state-of-the-art QEEG, biofeedback, neurofeedback, hemoencephalography and transcranial photobiomodulation, and is a contributing author to the landmark book Neurofeedback: The First Fifty Years and wrote Setting up A State-f-the-Art Integrative Medicine Practice sold by BFE worldwide.
(843) 483-8029 View (843) 483-8029

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Jose A Morell
Counselor, MEd, CAGS, LMHC, LPC, LADC I
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Surfside Beach, SC 29575
I also provide couples therapy inclusive of (polyamorous, traditional and non-traditional).
Therapy is an act of strength, hope, and resiliency. Even the happiest and most well-adjusted people may encounter problems resulting from unexpected life challenges and demands. My goal is to work in collaboration and partnership with my clients to bring about positive changes, growth, and healing from past painful events. I have 15 years of clinical experience as a psychotherapist. I received both my Master's degree and Continued Advanced Graduate Study Degree in Counseling Psychology from Cambridge College. I am also certified as a cognitive behavioral therapist from Boston University School of Social Work.
I also provide couples therapy inclusive of (polyamorous, traditional and non-traditional).
Therapy is an act of strength, hope, and resiliency. Even the happiest and most well-adjusted people may encounter problems resulting from unexpected life challenges and demands. My goal is to work in collaboration and partnership with my clients to bring about positive changes, growth, and healing from past painful events. I have 15 years of clinical experience as a psychotherapist. I received both my Master's degree and Continued Advanced Graduate Study Degree in Counseling Psychology from Cambridge College. I am also certified as a cognitive behavioral therapist from Boston University School of Social Work.
(781) 277-3300 View (781) 277-3300
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Estrella Mountain Life Coaching, LLC
MS, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surfside Beach, SC 29575  (Online Only)
Same week appointments available. I offer rates as low as $60/session so you can get the help you need now. I am a proud U.S. Air Force Veteran. I was a licensed counselor for over 12yrs and finally started my own coaching practice 6 years ago to get you the help you need today, not cut you off because of policies and insurance restrictions. I know how difficult it is to ask for help. I'll be with you every step of your journey to happiness. Morning, evening and Sunday appointments available. Video and phone call sessions available so you don't even have to leave your safe space. I look forward to working with you. Hablo Espanol :)
Same week appointments available. I offer rates as low as $60/session so you can get the help you need now. I am a proud U.S. Air Force Veteran. I was a licensed counselor for over 12yrs and finally started my own coaching practice 6 years ago to get you the help you need today, not cut you off because of policies and insurance restrictions. I know how difficult it is to ask for help. I'll be with you every step of your journey to happiness. Morning, evening and Sunday appointments available. Video and phone call sessions available so you don't even have to leave your safe space. I look forward to working with you. Hablo Espanol :)
(480) 526-5247 View (480) 526-5247

Online Therapists

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Danielle J Baez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, SUPER
Verified Verified
Summerville, SC 29485
I value my relationship with my clients.
When you face challenges in your life, it's helpful to have support along the way. As a therapist, I am dedicated to helping you navigate your journey. Are you Feeling Stuck? Are you trying to Make Since of your Past and or Current Circumstances? If you answered yes to any of these questions, taking the first steps can be the start of a new journey towards happiness. You do not have to face challenges alone. I want to help you find strength in your vulnerability, fostering courage to lean into and weather through your circumstances. I hope you reach out to schedule today.
I value my relationship with my clients.
When you face challenges in your life, it's helpful to have support along the way. As a therapist, I am dedicated to helping you navigate your journey. Are you Feeling Stuck? Are you trying to Make Since of your Past and or Current Circumstances? If you answered yes to any of these questions, taking the first steps can be the start of a new journey towards happiness. You do not have to face challenges alone. I want to help you find strength in your vulnerability, fostering courage to lean into and weather through your circumstances. I hope you reach out to schedule today.
(854) 850-4407 View (854) 850-4407
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Angela Woolridge
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464  (Online Only)
Hey there! I became a counselor to help others in areas that I feel get overlooked. Let's talk about perimenopause and menopause and how that affects your mental health! Have a loved one with a chronic illness or serious mental health diagnosis? Let's talk about your new family dynamic & how to move forward to support your loved one. I also work with adults, teens, and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma. Accepting online clients in South Carolina. Weekend and evening availability. I am happy to connect for a 15-minute consultation to see if I am a good partner in your journey to be the best version of you!
Hey there! I became a counselor to help others in areas that I feel get overlooked. Let's talk about perimenopause and menopause and how that affects your mental health! Have a loved one with a chronic illness or serious mental health diagnosis? Let's talk about your new family dynamic & how to move forward to support your loved one. I also work with adults, teens, and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma. Accepting online clients in South Carolina. Weekend and evening availability. I am happy to connect for a 15-minute consultation to see if I am a good partner in your journey to be the best version of you!
(843) 633-6084 View (843) 633-6084
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Neidy Hernandez Kelly
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
Help can come in many forms, but professional help can form the lasting results needed to thrive. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling and I’m committed to assisting each client move towards their goals by providing a safe space to explore, identify and challenge their needs, thoughts, behaviors, and goals. We all have different inner gifts, thought processes, and needs that motivate us to reach our goals, behave and think in certain ways. But there can be moments or seasons in life that are difficult and challenging in ways that we cannot understand or move past on our own. Allow me to help.
Help can come in many forms, but professional help can form the lasting results needed to thrive. I offer individual, family, and couples counseling and I’m committed to assisting each client move towards their goals by providing a safe space to explore, identify and challenge their needs, thoughts, behaviors, and goals. We all have different inner gifts, thought processes, and needs that motivate us to reach our goals, behave and think in certain ways. But there can be moments or seasons in life that are difficult and challenging in ways that we cannot understand or move past on our own. Allow me to help.
(803) 805-2680 View (803) 805-2680
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Vickie Eldridge Purdy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Little River, SC 29566
I am trained in CBT and EMDR and specialize in treating anxiety, trauma/abuse, and relationship concerns.
Navigating life's challenges can be daunting at times, especially when we try to go it alone. I provide a safe and sacred space in which to collaboratively explore and find a way through the struggles you are facing. Whether the nature of your problems is personal (such as, healing from abuse/trauma, grief/loss, self-esteem, addiction, anxiety or depression), or interpersonal (couple or marital issues, parent-child relationships, social, school or workplace concerns), I believe I possess the training, skills, and experience to help you and/or your loved one on your journey toward healing.
I am trained in CBT and EMDR and specialize in treating anxiety, trauma/abuse, and relationship concerns.
Navigating life's challenges can be daunting at times, especially when we try to go it alone. I provide a safe and sacred space in which to collaboratively explore and find a way through the struggles you are facing. Whether the nature of your problems is personal (such as, healing from abuse/trauma, grief/loss, self-esteem, addiction, anxiety or depression), or interpersonal (couple or marital issues, parent-child relationships, social, school or workplace concerns), I believe I possess the training, skills, and experience to help you and/or your loved one on your journey toward healing.
(854) 333-4616 View (854) 333-4616
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Inner Pathways Counseling Service
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little River, SC 29566
We provide child, adolescent, family, couples, individual, and group counseling. Periodically we facilitate psycho educational groups on various topics. I have experience working with individuals with anger management, assertiveness, parenting, stress management, sexual dysfunction and self-esteem issues.
We provide child, adolescent, family, couples, individual, and group counseling. Periodically we facilitate psycho educational groups on various topics. I have experience working with individuals with anger management, assertiveness, parenting, stress management, sexual dysfunction and self-esteem issues.
(910) 218-8060 View (910) 218-8060
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Miranda L Dobbins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Charleston, SC 29409
I consider my self a generalist - meaning a treat a wide variety of mental health challenges, but I do have several specialties including: Grief, Couples therapy, Pre-marital counseling, Teens and treatment resistant depression/anxiety.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! As your counselor, I don’t have all the answers. I can’t make your dreams come true, that extra 10lbs disappear or your marriage happy. But – I can help YOU make all those things happen. Therapy is hard work – I’ll tell you that now. I’ll challenge you, call out nonsense and push you to be the best version of yourself you can be. I will also be your biggest cheerleader, your bulldog and ultimately, your guide. I can’t promise you therapy with me will be easy. But I can promise you if you put in the work, it'll be worth it.
I consider my self a generalist - meaning a treat a wide variety of mental health challenges, but I do have several specialties including: Grief, Couples therapy, Pre-marital counseling, Teens and treatment resistant depression/anxiety.
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! As your counselor, I don’t have all the answers. I can’t make your dreams come true, that extra 10lbs disappear or your marriage happy. But – I can help YOU make all those things happen. Therapy is hard work – I’ll tell you that now. I’ll challenge you, call out nonsense and push you to be the best version of yourself you can be. I will also be your biggest cheerleader, your bulldog and ultimately, your guide. I can’t promise you therapy with me will be easy. But I can promise you if you put in the work, it'll be worth it.
(843) 279-4640 View (843) 279-4640
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Kayla Stewart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Summerville, SC 29485
I work with couples who are struggling with communication and disconnection. You are stuck in cycles of conflict with your spouse and need marriage counseling. Maybe your relationship is suffering because of an affair, family conflict, or life stressor. You two fall into unproductive patterns that leave you feeling misunderstood and disconnected. You want a relationship with love and respect. You want to understand your partner better so you can find healing and reconnection. Or you may be worried your relationship is heading towards divorce and you want to know if your marriage can be saved. You need support and guidance.
I work with couples who are struggling with communication and disconnection. You are stuck in cycles of conflict with your spouse and need marriage counseling. Maybe your relationship is suffering because of an affair, family conflict, or life stressor. You two fall into unproductive patterns that leave you feeling misunderstood and disconnected. You want a relationship with love and respect. You want to understand your partner better so you can find healing and reconnection. Or you may be worried your relationship is heading towards divorce and you want to know if your marriage can be saved. You need support and guidance.
(854) 850-4366 View (854) 850-4366
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Vanessa Miranda Lobo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Florence, SC 29501
I have extensive experience that supports my ability to provide effective intervention when working with family dynamics, relationship issues, complex trauma history, personality functioning related problems and other problems in living.
Greetings to all, I am primarily focused on offering supervision for LPC-A clinicians in South Carolina who are seeking to add clinical hours while expanding training and professional development. However, you can also seek my services as a therapist at Wellspring Psychology Group where I offer counseling in English, Spanish and Portuguese. I hope I can become an agent of change who will facilitate and guide your seeking for deeper understanding, self-awareness and healing to ultimately uncover a healthier, more authentic version of yourself, as an individual or as a helping professional in the field of Mental Health.
I have extensive experience that supports my ability to provide effective intervention when working with family dynamics, relationship issues, complex trauma history, personality functioning related problems and other problems in living.
Greetings to all, I am primarily focused on offering supervision for LPC-A clinicians in South Carolina who are seeking to add clinical hours while expanding training and professional development. However, you can also seek my services as a therapist at Wellspring Psychology Group where I offer counseling in English, Spanish and Portuguese. I hope I can become an agent of change who will facilitate and guide your seeking for deeper understanding, self-awareness and healing to ultimately uncover a healthier, more authentic version of yourself, as an individual or as a helping professional in the field of Mental Health.
(843) 508-9783 x10106 View (843) 508-9783 x10106
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Breaking the Cycle Psychotherapy Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29403  (Online Only)
We encounter and are a part of so many relationships: self, friendship, familial, interpersonal, etc. They create the different roles we have in our lives. When any of these relationships are in turmoil, distress, conflict, or other stressful states, it causes our lives to be thrown off sync. We begin to struggle with anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem, grief, and we lack overall support. If your goal is to find balance, re-create positive and healthy dynamics, and to feel and provide support in and from your relationships, you have found the right place! Let's process through what's happening together.
We encounter and are a part of so many relationships: self, friendship, familial, interpersonal, etc. They create the different roles we have in our lives. When any of these relationships are in turmoil, distress, conflict, or other stressful states, it causes our lives to be thrown off sync. We begin to struggle with anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem, grief, and we lack overall support. If your goal is to find balance, re-create positive and healthy dynamics, and to feel and provide support in and from your relationships, you have found the right place! Let's process through what's happening together.
(706) 405-2244 View (706) 405-2244
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Amy Mitchell-Washington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Summerville, SC 29483
Waitlist for new clients
Are you overwhelmed or stuck in a rut? Part of being overwhelmed or stuck in a rut is feeling a loss of control. Changing your perspective, changes your reality. Changing both, allows and affords for a shift in how you reset your focus. Finding one's focus is all about taking a keen and hard look at you! What areas do you find that you need to bring into focus, and and what areas do you feel you need to push into the background? As well, which areas do you find that you simply need to blur? These are the questions that lead you to pause, breathe, reflect, and then do the work necessary to take better care of your well-being.
Are you overwhelmed or stuck in a rut? Part of being overwhelmed or stuck in a rut is feeling a loss of control. Changing your perspective, changes your reality. Changing both, allows and affords for a shift in how you reset your focus. Finding one's focus is all about taking a keen and hard look at you! What areas do you find that you need to bring into focus, and and what areas do you feel you need to push into the background? As well, which areas do you find that you simply need to blur? These are the questions that lead you to pause, breathe, reflect, and then do the work necessary to take better care of your well-being.
(843) 800-4576 View (843) 800-4576
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Melany Rodriguez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Charleston, SC 29407
Hi and welcome! I’m Melany, a therapist based in the Carolinas that specializes in sex therapy. I often work with people with sexual concerns that impact their relationships, self esteem, or overall quality of life. I want you to know that if this is you, you are not alone. Sexual concerns can be some of the most challenging and sensitive issues to address, but I believe that they don't have to be a barrier to fulfilling relationships or personal satisfaction. I can help you navigate these complex issues with empathy and knowledge, all while offering a non-judgmental and affirming approach tailored to your needs.
Hi and welcome! I’m Melany, a therapist based in the Carolinas that specializes in sex therapy. I often work with people with sexual concerns that impact their relationships, self esteem, or overall quality of life. I want you to know that if this is you, you are not alone. Sexual concerns can be some of the most challenging and sensitive issues to address, but I believe that they don't have to be a barrier to fulfilling relationships or personal satisfaction. I can help you navigate these complex issues with empathy and knowledge, all while offering a non-judgmental and affirming approach tailored to your needs.
(843) 350-9400 View (843) 350-9400
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Therapy Corner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, RBT, Certifi, Trauma, Profess
Verified Verified
Summerville, SC 29486  (Online Only)
The Professionals at Therapy Corner addresses the needs of children, teens, and adults. Through talk therapy, often we find that we have coping skills we have not accessed. We help clients help themselves!! Telehealth as well as telephone counseling , Facetime, and limited home visits are now offered. Flexible scheduling provided for your convenience. Alcohol and Drug counseling is also provided.
The Professionals at Therapy Corner addresses the needs of children, teens, and adults. Through talk therapy, often we find that we have coping skills we have not accessed. We help clients help themselves!! Telehealth as well as telephone counseling , Facetime, and limited home visits are now offered. Flexible scheduling provided for your convenience. Alcohol and Drug counseling is also provided.
(843) 410-5370 View (843) 410-5370
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Joset Rosado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Summerville, SC 29483  (Online Only)
Relationships in which it is unclear whether disagreements and differences will be overcome or result in separation. Miscommunication within families during the childrens' teen years posing challenges and causing conflict. Emotional upheaval experienced by new immigrants and refugees due to differences in language, culture, and expectations. The individuals in situations like these don't need to be rescued, but outside resources can often mean significant improvement in quality of life.
Relationships in which it is unclear whether disagreements and differences will be overcome or result in separation. Miscommunication within families during the childrens' teen years posing challenges and causing conflict. Emotional upheaval experienced by new immigrants and refugees due to differences in language, culture, and expectations. The individuals in situations like these don't need to be rescued, but outside resources can often mean significant improvement in quality of life.
(854) 888-9911 View (854) 888-9911

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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.