Couples Counseling Therapists in 32245
John C Seniff
LMHC
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32245
I work with individuals/couples.
I have a strong background in psychoanalysis and spiritual evolution. I am an ordained Zen Buddhist with a background in different spiritual approaches and life changes. I am what psychologists would call a multi cultural person. I put a strong emphasis on inner growth and moving beyond stagnation. An interpersonal connection to my clients is important. My overall experience in life gives me tools to work with a client that one does not find in the usual psychological approach. If you are looking to grow and develop more awareness definitely check me out.
I work with individuals/couples.
I have a strong background in psychoanalysis and spiritual evolution. I am an ordained Zen Buddhist with a background in different spiritual approaches and life changes. I am what psychologists would call a multi cultural person. I put a strong emphasis on inner growth and moving beyond stagnation. An interpersonal connection to my clients is important. My overall experience in life gives me tools to work with a client that one does not find in the usual psychological approach. If you are looking to grow and develop more awareness definitely check me out.
Christina Hall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Jacksonville, FL 32245 (Online Only)
I believe that relationships are important whether that relationship is with yourself, your spouse, or a family member.
Are you feeling stressed and overwhelmed with anxiety? Are you living in a marriage that no longer fulfills you? Do you find yourself wondering if you are enough for your children? You're asking yourself "what if I have a panic attack, what if my husband leaves me, what if I fail?" If any of this sounds like you, you are not alone. You deserve to live a life free of anxiety. You deserve to have a marriage where the communication flows and expectations are met. You deserve to live a life without fear of the "what if's".
I believe that relationships are important whether that relationship is with yourself, your spouse, or a family member.
Are you feeling stressed and overwhelmed with anxiety? Are you living in a marriage that no longer fulfills you? Do you find yourself wondering if you are enough for your children? You're asking yourself "what if I have a panic attack, what if my husband leaves me, what if I fail?" If any of this sounds like you, you are not alone. You deserve to live a life free of anxiety. You deserve to have a marriage where the communication flows and expectations are met. You deserve to live a life without fear of the "what if's".
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.