Couples Counseling Therapists in 20170

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Paige Townley
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
I enjoy working with clients that are ten years and older and adults that are suffering from eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems, I utilize different treatment modalities that best suit my client's needs but rely on evidence-based practices such as CBT.
Paige Townley is a Resident in Counseling and a Nationally Certified Counselor under the supervision of Heidi Murphy, LPC-S. Paige's expertise is in treating eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety and depression has worked in various treatment settings, including Acute Hospital, Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs. Paige utilizes a trauma-informed and humanistic approach to therapy while incorporating aspects of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I enjoy working with clients that are ten years and older and adults that are suffering from eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and relationship problems, I utilize different treatment modalities that best suit my client's needs but rely on evidence-based practices such as CBT.
Paige Townley is a Resident in Counseling and a Nationally Certified Counselor under the supervision of Heidi Murphy, LPC-S. Paige's expertise is in treating eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety and depression has worked in various treatment settings, including Acute Hospital, Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs. Paige utilizes a trauma-informed and humanistic approach to therapy while incorporating aspects of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
(757) 637-1377 x803 View (757) 637-1377 x803
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Shannon Walsh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170  (Online Only)
I have 14 years of experience working with adults, couples/partners/spouses and children seeking help with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief and loss, infertility, women’s issues, relationship/martial issues, life transitions, foster care and adoption and addiction.
Accepting new clients! The past few years have been very difficult for all of us. The anxiety, fear and worry can be overwhelming. I am here to help. I provide a caring and empathetic relationship with you to guide and achieve new goals and increase self-esteem. We will work together to identify and achieve goals while exploring any obstacles that may occur. I will partner with you to offer personalized care that addresses your needs and helps you find the right path forward.
I have 14 years of experience working with adults, couples/partners/spouses and children seeking help with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief and loss, infertility, women’s issues, relationship/martial issues, life transitions, foster care and adoption and addiction.
Accepting new clients! The past few years have been very difficult for all of us. The anxiety, fear and worry can be overwhelming. I am here to help. I provide a caring and empathetic relationship with you to guide and achieve new goals and increase self-esteem. We will work together to identify and achieve goals while exploring any obstacles that may occur. I will partner with you to offer personalized care that addresses your needs and helps you find the right path forward.
(703) 686-8517 View (703) 686-8517
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Shannon Paige
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
I have worked with clients experiencing a wide range of struggles including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, relationship issues, grief and loss, career challenges, marital problems, trauma, secuality, PTSD and personality disorders.
Finding someone to share your experiences with, whom you can trust is an important step in your journey. I believe challenging times and experiences offer you the greatest potential to create the life you have wanted and dreamt of. While reaching out for help is often the first and most difficult steps to initiating change in our lives and moving toward wholeness, I am so glad that you are here!
I have worked with clients experiencing a wide range of struggles including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, relationship issues, grief and loss, career challenges, marital problems, trauma, secuality, PTSD and personality disorders.
Finding someone to share your experiences with, whom you can trust is an important step in your journey. I believe challenging times and experiences offer you the greatest potential to create the life you have wanted and dreamt of. While reaching out for help is often the first and most difficult steps to initiating change in our lives and moving toward wholeness, I am so glad that you are here!
(571) 536-7065 View (571) 536-7065
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Meghan Robinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
You have spent years battling with wanting to be your authentic self yet unsure of who that is. Stuck in repetitive cycles in your relationships that have left you feeling unseen and disconnected. Constantly fearing failure, rejection, or not being "good enough" for others. You may be noticing how this impacts your sex life. You worry about disappointing your partner(s), struggle feeling comfortable in your body, and unsure how to communicate. You feel shame engaging with your sexuality which causes you to hide parts of yourself both internally and externally. You are ready for relief - to feel confident and at home with yourself.
You have spent years battling with wanting to be your authentic self yet unsure of who that is. Stuck in repetitive cycles in your relationships that have left you feeling unseen and disconnected. Constantly fearing failure, rejection, or not being "good enough" for others. You may be noticing how this impacts your sex life. You worry about disappointing your partner(s), struggle feeling comfortable in your body, and unsure how to communicate. You feel shame engaging with your sexuality which causes you to hide parts of yourself both internally and externally. You are ready for relief - to feel confident and at home with yourself.
(571) 556-1666 View (571) 556-1666
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Steven H Steiner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LSATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
Are you feeling anxious, depressed? Struggling with substance use? In a relationship that seems to be lacking in empathy and/or successful communication? Suffering from a combination of emotional and physical problems? I have 40 years of experience as a clinical social worker, including 20 years in private practice. I am licensed in Virginia in clinical social work and substance abuse treatment.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed? Struggling with substance use? In a relationship that seems to be lacking in empathy and/or successful communication? Suffering from a combination of emotional and physical problems? I have 40 years of experience as a clinical social worker, including 20 years in private practice. I am licensed in Virginia in clinical social work and substance abuse treatment.
(703) 791-1316 View (703) 791-1316
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Todd H Huntley
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
I believe that therapy is a place where meaningful dialogue is co-created and tailored to help individuals, couples, and families achieve their goals, maximize their potentials, and to heal emotionally. My clinical orientation is integrative and includes approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness-based, and Humanistic therapies.
I believe that therapy is a place where meaningful dialogue is co-created and tailored to help individuals, couples, and families achieve their goals, maximize their potentials, and to heal emotionally. My clinical orientation is integrative and includes approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Mindfulness-based, and Humanistic therapies.
(571) 290-2485 View (571) 290-2485
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Robin Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170  (Online Only)
Completed extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples in 2010.
One of the key beliefs that I hold regarding therapy is that clients generally know what is best for them. Rather than telling clients what to do, I help explore options, loosen possiblities, examine potential consequences and empower clients to make decisions that will ultimately lead to healthy relationships. This is done in a supportive, respectful and collaborative environement.
Completed extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples in 2010.
One of the key beliefs that I hold regarding therapy is that clients generally know what is best for them. Rather than telling clients what to do, I help explore options, loosen possiblities, examine potential consequences and empower clients to make decisions that will ultimately lead to healthy relationships. This is done in a supportive, respectful and collaborative environement.
(540) 491-4816 x703625 View (540) 491-4816 x703625
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Anne Miniter McKay
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) / Gottman Marital Relationship Therapy / Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) / Relational Life Therapy (RLT) / Memory Reconsolidation Trauma Therapy.
TELETHERAPY 30min Complimentary Intro Consultation: "She’ll tell you what your friends won’t... and that’s a good thing which results in your time and money well-spent. So glad I found a therapist who 'get's it'. As she always tells me... Your life is not a dress rehersal. It's real and each day matters!"
EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) / Gottman Marital Relationship Therapy / Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) / Relational Life Therapy (RLT) / Memory Reconsolidation Trauma Therapy.
TELETHERAPY 30min Complimentary Intro Consultation: "She’ll tell you what your friends won’t... and that’s a good thing which results in your time and money well-spent. So glad I found a therapist who 'get's it'. As she always tells me... Your life is not a dress rehersal. It's real and each day matters!"
(703) 328-4937 View (703) 328-4937
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Ware Wellness LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-500
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
Eleanor Ware has been in private practice as a Board Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 20 years. She sees individuals, couples and families with a focus on anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
Eleanor Ware has been in private practice as a Board Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 20 years. She sees individuals, couples and families with a focus on anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
(571) 377-8948 View (571) 377-8948
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Benjamin Wagner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
I am Licensed Professional Counselor with over 16 years of clinical counseling experience providing services in the Tyson's Corner area. I have worked extensively with adults and adolescents through individual, group, couples and family treatment modalities. I have a diverse professional background including community mental health, independent counseling groups and private practice.
I am Licensed Professional Counselor with over 16 years of clinical counseling experience providing services in the Tyson's Corner area. I have worked extensively with adults and adolescents through individual, group, couples and family treatment modalities. I have a diverse professional background including community mental health, independent counseling groups and private practice.
(484) 602-2249 View (484) 602-2249
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LeslieGrace Craver
LMSW, ReikiM, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
Waitlist for new clients
Let’s partner together to find your whole self recipe for healing and growth.
Consider pausing and taking a breath. You are moving forward& it often requires a new lens,new tools and a partnership with a professional. Welcome to Healing & Growth! I utilize mind/body/spirit integrative therapies including Compassion Focused therapy, Yoga & Reiki to assist individuals, partners&families experiencing life transitions, grief & loss and unhealthy generational patterns.Together we identify and build upon core beliefs and existing strengths. Through the process self-limiting beliefs shift to self-enhancing beliefs.*My professional & personal ethical mandate includes being actively opposed to racism in all its forms.
Let’s partner together to find your whole self recipe for healing and growth.
Consider pausing and taking a breath. You are moving forward& it often requires a new lens,new tools and a partnership with a professional. Welcome to Healing & Growth! I utilize mind/body/spirit integrative therapies including Compassion Focused therapy, Yoga & Reiki to assist individuals, partners&families experiencing life transitions, grief & loss and unhealthy generational patterns.Together we identify and build upon core beliefs and existing strengths. Through the process self-limiting beliefs shift to self-enhancing beliefs.*My professional & personal ethical mandate includes being actively opposed to racism in all its forms.
(703) 775-4612 View (703) 775-4612
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Jennifer Rick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
I provide couple and individual therapy to adults dealing with a variety of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, past trauma, and relationship conflict, as well as premarital counseling.
Life is full of ups and downs, twists and turns, and forks in the road. Sometimes we feel stuck or like we're not on the right path. Sometimes we're overwhelmed or struggling to reach our goals. Sometimes painful feelings from the past just won't leave us alone. During these times, therapy can help. Therapy provides a protected space for you to explore the changes you want to see in yourself and your relationships and to reflect on what might be getting in the way. It helps you identify and harness the strength and resilience you already possess. Therapy is a tool to help you move out of distress and toward healing and growth.
I provide couple and individual therapy to adults dealing with a variety of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, past trauma, and relationship conflict, as well as premarital counseling.
Life is full of ups and downs, twists and turns, and forks in the road. Sometimes we feel stuck or like we're not on the right path. Sometimes we're overwhelmed or struggling to reach our goals. Sometimes painful feelings from the past just won't leave us alone. During these times, therapy can help. Therapy provides a protected space for you to explore the changes you want to see in yourself and your relationships and to reflect on what might be getting in the way. It helps you identify and harness the strength and resilience you already possess. Therapy is a tool to help you move out of distress and toward healing and growth.
(571) 526-0868 View (571) 526-0868
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Lisa Lyons
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
I work with individuals, couples, and adult family members who are dealing with issues related to relationships, life transitions, family of origin dynamics, depression and anxiety.
Are you feeling stuck? Are you struggling to cope with life, a significant change or wanting to improve your relationships? Therapy can help facilitate personal growth, as well as foster connection and overall wellness in your life. My approach is focused on creating a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space, to support desired growth and change. Within my practice, treatment is a collaborative process tailored to each individual's needs and goals. Finding a therapist with whom you feel understood and connected with is instrumental in achieving your goals. I would love to talk to determine if we could be a good match.
I work with individuals, couples, and adult family members who are dealing with issues related to relationships, life transitions, family of origin dynamics, depression and anxiety.
Are you feeling stuck? Are you struggling to cope with life, a significant change or wanting to improve your relationships? Therapy can help facilitate personal growth, as well as foster connection and overall wellness in your life. My approach is focused on creating a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental space, to support desired growth and change. Within my practice, treatment is a collaborative process tailored to each individual's needs and goals. Finding a therapist with whom you feel understood and connected with is instrumental in achieving your goals. I would love to talk to determine if we could be a good match.
(703) 596-1622 View (703) 596-1622
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Danijela H. Nardelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, C-PD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
As a helping professional I believe that non-judgmental and empathetic therapeutic relationship is essential in treatment.
Facing the stressors of daily life activities can be daunting in the best of circumstances. Anxiety, depression, and past traumatic experiences can make those every day challenges seem overwhelming and insurmountable. My job as your counselor is to help you make sense of your presenting situation, support you, and walk with you through the process of healing the pain and discovering your strengths.
As a helping professional I believe that non-judgmental and empathetic therapeutic relationship is essential in treatment.
Facing the stressors of daily life activities can be daunting in the best of circumstances. Anxiety, depression, and past traumatic experiences can make those every day challenges seem overwhelming and insurmountable. My job as your counselor is to help you make sense of your presenting situation, support you, and walk with you through the process of healing the pain and discovering your strengths.
(703) 952-3483 View (703) 952-3483
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Ashley M Powell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
I have several years of experience working with individuals in a variety of areas, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, relationship problems, communication skills, and women’s issues.
Do you easily feel overwhelmed by the various stressors in your life? Are depression and anxiety holding you back from the life you want to lead? Do you feel that life has no purpose and you do not know the direction you are heading? We will address these areas, and more, in our work together. I believe that each person has the ability to make the changes they desire and will focus on empowering your strengths during the counseling process. As each person is unique, my approach is eclectic and based on the needs of each client. This approach will pull from evidence-based treatment modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy.
I have several years of experience working with individuals in a variety of areas, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, life transitions, relationship problems, communication skills, and women’s issues.
Do you easily feel overwhelmed by the various stressors in your life? Are depression and anxiety holding you back from the life you want to lead? Do you feel that life has no purpose and you do not know the direction you are heading? We will address these areas, and more, in our work together. I believe that each person has the ability to make the changes they desire and will focus on empowering your strengths during the counseling process. As each person is unique, my approach is eclectic and based on the needs of each client. This approach will pull from evidence-based treatment modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy.
(703) 643-4215 View (703) 643-4215
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Johni J Spinelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, Johni, J, Spinell, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
My areas of specialty include working with adults and children experiencing difficulty with mood, anxiety, intense emotions, interpersonal relationship problems, loss, and trauma.
I will assist you in a caring and professional manner to find realistic answers and solutions that make sense to you in your life, and allow you to more effectively manage each day. I bring over 20 years of experience working effectively with adults, children, families, and couples with a wide range of problems, from mild to severe in nature. My therapeutic approach is strength-based and practical. I draw from a number of different treatment approaches (including but not limited to: CBT, Humanistic, Family Systems, DBT) to most effectively address your presenting issues, reduce symptoms, and meet your goals in seeking treatment.
My areas of specialty include working with adults and children experiencing difficulty with mood, anxiety, intense emotions, interpersonal relationship problems, loss, and trauma.
I will assist you in a caring and professional manner to find realistic answers and solutions that make sense to you in your life, and allow you to more effectively manage each day. I bring over 20 years of experience working effectively with adults, children, families, and couples with a wide range of problems, from mild to severe in nature. My therapeutic approach is strength-based and practical. I draw from a number of different treatment approaches (including but not limited to: CBT, Humanistic, Family Systems, DBT) to most effectively address your presenting issues, reduce symptoms, and meet your goals in seeking treatment.
(571) 384-4612 View (571) 384-4612
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Deepti Mishra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
Feeling alone, disconnected, stressed, anxious or overwhelmed? Struggling with strong emotions? Wanting to create a secure bond with your partner? You have been trying everything you can think of but nothing seems to be working. Let me guide you out of your painful situation and help you create peace, calm, and contentment in your life. My goal is to help you connect with your own strengths and face life's challenges with confidence. I am ready to help you make a change utilizing emotionally focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy.
Feeling alone, disconnected, stressed, anxious or overwhelmed? Struggling with strong emotions? Wanting to create a secure bond with your partner? You have been trying everything you can think of but nothing seems to be working. Let me guide you out of your painful situation and help you create peace, calm, and contentment in your life. My goal is to help you connect with your own strengths and face life's challenges with confidence. I am ready to help you make a change utilizing emotionally focused therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy.
(571) 526-0369 View (571) 526-0369
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Eric Kothari
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
I am a psychologist, husband & parent. All of these roles and more inform my practice with the men, women, children/adolescents, and couples who work with me. My expertise in working with boys and adolescent males is well known, and I have developed treatment methods that are unique in that my clients report that I talk with them, give feedback, and share from my experiences. Under my care, the clinical experince may include important figures in your life, is creative, personal, relational, and in a beautiful setting. At PsychotherapyWorks I strive to understand you as a unique person, working with your specific needs, your hopes for wellbeing & satisfaction in living.
I am a psychologist, husband & parent. All of these roles and more inform my practice with the men, women, children/adolescents, and couples who work with me. My expertise in working with boys and adolescent males is well known, and I have developed treatment methods that are unique in that my clients report that I talk with them, give feedback, and share from my experiences. Under my care, the clinical experince may include important figures in your life, is creative, personal, relational, and in a beautiful setting. At PsychotherapyWorks I strive to understand you as a unique person, working with your specific needs, your hopes for wellbeing & satisfaction in living.
(703) 662-1922 View (703) 662-1922
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Elizabeth Stevens
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
I work with all couples and relationships as has special interests helping couples recover from infidelity and helping couples caught in high conflict or communication breakdowns.
I have spent several years with couples and individuals utilizing a variety of clinical approaches and has studied Gottman and Emotionally Focused therapy models.
I work with all couples and relationships as has special interests helping couples recover from infidelity and helping couples caught in high conflict or communication breakdowns.
I have spent several years with couples and individuals utilizing a variety of clinical approaches and has studied Gottman and Emotionally Focused therapy models.
(571) 998-1815 View (571) 998-1815
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Charlotte Joelsson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
Additionally, I help clients heal from problems such as Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Low Self Esteem and Phase of Life Changes.
I believe in people's ability to change while respecting the courage it takes to seek help. I aim to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment conducive to self-exploration, insight, growth and healing. It is an honor and a privilege to accompany clients on their journey of self-transformation. Together we will explore to uncover underlying issues contributing to patterns keeping you stuck or causing you distress. On your journey I will guide you through the process to help empower you to thrive and become the most compassionate version of yourself.
Additionally, I help clients heal from problems such as Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Low Self Esteem and Phase of Life Changes.
I believe in people's ability to change while respecting the courage it takes to seek help. I aim to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment conducive to self-exploration, insight, growth and healing. It is an honor and a privilege to accompany clients on their journey of self-transformation. Together we will explore to uncover underlying issues contributing to patterns keeping you stuck or causing you distress. On your journey I will guide you through the process to help empower you to thrive and become the most compassionate version of yourself.
(703) 596-8640 View (703) 596-8640
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.