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Julie Alamo
Pre-Licensed Professional, BS, MSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730  (Online Only)
I as committed to helping adults, couples and families learn how to build healthier relationships and behaviors.
Hello and Welcome! Our agency offers affordable, low-cost, telehealth/online therapy services. My main focus is using CBT and behavioral activation with clients to help influence mood and anxiety symptoms. I have experience working with young adults who have been through the foster care system and have suffered from trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and loss.
I as committed to helping adults, couples and families learn how to build healthier relationships and behaviors.
Hello and Welcome! Our agency offers affordable, low-cost, telehealth/online therapy services. My main focus is using CBT and behavioral activation with clients to help influence mood and anxiety symptoms. I have experience working with young adults who have been through the foster care system and have suffered from trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and loss.
(951) 364-2266 View (951) 364-2266
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Lori Ann Crosby
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
As a Registered Play Therapist, my mission is to bring healing to children, teens, and adults through the power of play. I specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with issues related to divorce, foster/adoption, abuse, child misbehavior (acting out), bullying, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and relationship problems. Because I incorporate play-based techniques into my practice, I am especially effective with young children (ages 3+) who struggle to express themselves verbally. My clients learn to express their emotions, take responsibility for their actions, develop better solutions to their problems, and interact more positively with the people around them.
As a Registered Play Therapist, my mission is to bring healing to children, teens, and adults through the power of play. I specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families struggling with issues related to divorce, foster/adoption, abuse, child misbehavior (acting out), bullying, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and relationship problems. Because I incorporate play-based techniques into my practice, I am especially effective with young children (ages 3+) who struggle to express themselves verbally. My clients learn to express their emotions, take responsibility for their actions, develop better solutions to their problems, and interact more positively with the people around them.
(909) 587-6533 View (909) 587-6533
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Spencer Munoz
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701  (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or struggling to navigate the many ups and downs of life? No matter what they are, I am committed to supporting my clients tackle the tough issues. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and art therapist with experience working with teens, adults, families and couples. I take a client-centered and empathetic approach in navigating life’s transitions and relationships. I promote a safe and nurturing space for change, and believe that small changes lead to big accomplishments.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or struggling to navigate the many ups and downs of life? No matter what they are, I am committed to supporting my clients tackle the tough issues. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and art therapist with experience working with teens, adults, families and couples. I take a client-centered and empathetic approach in navigating life’s transitions and relationships. I promote a safe and nurturing space for change, and believe that small changes lead to big accomplishments.
(909) 308-5623 View (909) 308-5623
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Nicole M Mascarenhas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
I aim to connect and assist individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children.
"Are you frustrated with not being heard or validated? Does it seem as though no one understands you, and relationships with others have become more stressful than you would like them to be? Relationships can be complicated! If you want to be heard and grow personally to have a more grounded life and healthier relationships, let me assist you in building connection, becoming calm, reducing stress, and finding your voice."
I aim to connect and assist individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children.
"Are you frustrated with not being heard or validated? Does it seem as though no one understands you, and relationships with others have become more stressful than you would like them to be? Relationships can be complicated! If you want to be heard and grow personally to have a more grounded life and healthier relationships, let me assist you in building connection, becoming calm, reducing stress, and finding your voice."
(909) 784-2050 View (909) 784-2050
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Empowered Living Psychological Services, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, MSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Areas of specialty include: depression and anxiety, relationship challenges, family concerns, abuse/trauma, grief and loss, multicultural/diversity concerns and self-development/identity.
Life happens! We all deal with various stressors from time to time, that can become overwhelming. In those times, it is important to get the help needed to ensure your personal and professional success. We believe that each of us has an idea how we would like our lives to be. As a multi-discipline group of therapists, we work with clients to discover the best path to their ideal. This is done by creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust and unconditional regard.
Areas of specialty include: depression and anxiety, relationship challenges, family concerns, abuse/trauma, grief and loss, multicultural/diversity concerns and self-development/identity.
Life happens! We all deal with various stressors from time to time, that can become overwhelming. In those times, it is important to get the help needed to ensure your personal and professional success. We believe that each of us has an idea how we would like our lives to be. As a multi-discipline group of therapists, we work with clients to discover the best path to their ideal. This is done by creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust and unconditional regard.
(909) 726-7174 View (909) 726-7174
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Angela Alvarado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT , MS
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
Angela has experience working with teens, young adults, adults, couples and families from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.
Accepting new Clients - Angela is the owner and licensed therapist for Alvarado Counseling Services. Angela has a passion for teaching effective communication, healthy boundaries, and emotional regulation. Her calling in life is to help with the transformation of individuals and families using her education/clinical training and life experiences to enrich the client’s therapeutic experience.
Angela has experience working with teens, young adults, adults, couples and families from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.
Accepting new Clients - Angela is the owner and licensed therapist for Alvarado Counseling Services. Angela has a passion for teaching effective communication, healthy boundaries, and emotional regulation. Her calling in life is to help with the transformation of individuals and families using her education/clinical training and life experiences to enrich the client’s therapeutic experience.
(909) 403-7646 View (909) 403-7646
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Andrea Teas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
****ACCEPTING NEW IEHP CLIENTS*** Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed with your current social distancing? Looking for support and guidance during this difficult time? Are you wanting to overcome what is standing in the way of making meaningful changes? Have you or a loved one had a change in behavior, significant life change, feeling angry, sad, or anxious? I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families.
****ACCEPTING NEW IEHP CLIENTS*** Feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed with your current social distancing? Looking for support and guidance during this difficult time? Are you wanting to overcome what is standing in the way of making meaningful changes? Have you or a loved one had a change in behavior, significant life change, feeling angry, sad, or anxious? I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families.
(909) 315-5481 View (909) 315-5481
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Wise Elephant Marriage, Family, and Trauma-Inform
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD-C, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Wise Elephant Marriage, Family, & Trauma-Informed Counseling provides a comprehensive service for those struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Do you struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, challenging relationships, or loss of a sense of self that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, or work? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, or have trouble getting through the day, answering emails, texts, or calls with the thought there’s no light at the end of the tunnel? More than ever, people have been feeling uncertain, anxious, and overwhelmed about their overall struggle with anxiety and depression, moving past traumas and complex relationships. Living better shouldn’t be hard; people can change, and hope and answers exist.
Wise Elephant Marriage, Family, & Trauma-Informed Counseling provides a comprehensive service for those struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Do you struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, challenging relationships, or loss of a sense of self that affects your day-to-day life, relationships, or work? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, or have trouble getting through the day, answering emails, texts, or calls with the thought there’s no light at the end of the tunnel? More than ever, people have been feeling uncertain, anxious, and overwhelmed about their overall struggle with anxiety and depression, moving past traumas and complex relationships. Living better shouldn’t be hard; people can change, and hope and answers exist.
(951) 476-2653 View (951) 476-2653
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NS Counseling and Wellness Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
If you are trying to understand why things keep happening, how to break a vicious cycle in your life, or you are just feeling stuck and need to feel heard and help with moving forward- we can help. We help many people who struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, family issues, and career/ work related issues move forward and find relief from their symptoms through therapy. Here we provide processing, guidance and direction that lead to your growth and healing as we work with adults, teens and couples.
If you are trying to understand why things keep happening, how to break a vicious cycle in your life, or you are just feeling stuck and need to feel heard and help with moving forward- we can help. We help many people who struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, family issues, and career/ work related issues move forward and find relief from their symptoms through therapy. Here we provide processing, guidance and direction that lead to your growth and healing as we work with adults, teens and couples.
(951) 916-1825 View (951) 916-1825
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Lashara Jenkins
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730  (Online Only)
I partner with clients from a holistic perspective, examining how the intersection of their biological, psychosocial, and spiritual attributes influence their world.
Hello and Welcome! We specialize in providing affordable telehealth/online therapy. I specialize in BIPOC, veterans, anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, relationship issues, PTSD, Grief, Stress, Self-Improvement, life transitions.
I partner with clients from a holistic perspective, examining how the intersection of their biological, psychosocial, and spiritual attributes influence their world.
Hello and Welcome! We specialize in providing affordable telehealth/online therapy. I specialize in BIPOC, veterans, anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, relationship issues, PTSD, Grief, Stress, Self-Improvement, life transitions.
(951) 524-7540 View (951) 524-7540
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Sandi Duffield
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
I enjoy working with couples wanting to strengthen their relationship, affair recovery, second marriage, parenting struggles, law enforcement/families, communication difficulties, pre-marital and more.
I work with couples & individuals who are seeking to improve unwanted behaviors or unhealthy relationships. I provide education, techniques & support to these individuals as they work toward accomplishing their personal goals. Providing a safe, confidential place for you to discuss your specific concerns with me while forming a trusting, professional relationship is my goal for our time together.
I enjoy working with couples wanting to strengthen their relationship, affair recovery, second marriage, parenting struggles, law enforcement/families, communication difficulties, pre-marital and more.
I work with couples & individuals who are seeking to improve unwanted behaviors or unhealthy relationships. I provide education, techniques & support to these individuals as they work toward accomplishing their personal goals. Providing a safe, confidential place for you to discuss your specific concerns with me while forming a trusting, professional relationship is my goal for our time together.
(909) 500-4857 View (909) 500-4857
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Rose Gorlekian
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MFT, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! Our center provides affordable telehealth/online therapy only. I am a therapist dedicated to delivering culturally sensitive and nurturing support. My belief is that everyone should have access to a secure and supportive environment for navigating life's intricate challenges. My therapeutic style is anchored in the recognition and appreciation of the diverse cultural influences and life experiences that shape us all. I work with individuals, couples, children, and families from all backgrounds. I value the unique narratives, experiences, and challenges that each client brings to our therapy sessions.
Hello and welcome! Our center provides affordable telehealth/online therapy only. I am a therapist dedicated to delivering culturally sensitive and nurturing support. My belief is that everyone should have access to a secure and supportive environment for navigating life's intricate challenges. My therapeutic style is anchored in the recognition and appreciation of the diverse cultural influences and life experiences that shape us all. I work with individuals, couples, children, and families from all backgrounds. I value the unique narratives, experiences, and challenges that each client brings to our therapy sessions.
(951) 309-8242 View (951) 309-8242
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Shaon Martineau
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701
Shaon is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. As a licensed therapist he incorporates evidenced based practices in his work and is open to working with a diverse group of clients. He has a history of doing systemic based counseling with individual, families, and couples. As well as specialized trainings in Emotion Focused Therapy, EMDR, process based therapies, Trauma focused CBT, and animal assisted approaches to treatment. The current populations he works with are members of the BIPOC community, LGBTQIA+, active military and veterans.
Shaon is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. As a licensed therapist he incorporates evidenced based practices in his work and is open to working with a diverse group of clients. He has a history of doing systemic based counseling with individual, families, and couples. As well as specialized trainings in Emotion Focused Therapy, EMDR, process based therapies, Trauma focused CBT, and animal assisted approaches to treatment. The current populations he works with are members of the BIPOC community, LGBTQIA+, active military and veterans.
(909) 414-2480 View (909) 414-2480
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Hanna Muddle
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MSW, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730  (Online Only)
Hello and Welcome. Our agency offers affordable, low-cost, telehealth/online therapy exclusively in California. My passion is to help people strive for better health and happiness. I am experienced in working with adolescence, teens, and young adults. I specialize in navigating anxiety, depression, life changes, substance use, self esteem, personal growth, and interpersonal relationship support. I bring a sense of warmth, safety, laughter and humor to sess.ions so we can feel comfortable together
Hello and Welcome. Our agency offers affordable, low-cost, telehealth/online therapy exclusively in California. My passion is to help people strive for better health and happiness. I am experienced in working with adolescence, teens, and young adults. I specialize in navigating anxiety, depression, life changes, substance use, self esteem, personal growth, and interpersonal relationship support. I bring a sense of warmth, safety, laughter and humor to sess.ions so we can feel comfortable together
(951) 406-6556 View (951) 406-6556
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Kathleen Porter
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MSW, ASW
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730  (Online Only)
I have worked with clients extensively around life issues such as: Parenting, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Body Image, Eating Disorders, Relationship issues, Self-esteem, Self-Care, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Substance Use, Grief and Loss, and Families impacted by the Child Welfare System.
Hello and Welcome! We specialize in providing affordable telehealth/online therapy.My hope is that you find a therapist that you will connect with and begin your journey of healing. I want everyone that I work with to feel heard and my hope is to create a safe relationship built on trust and mutual understanding. I have worked with clients extensively around life issues such as: Parenting, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Body Image, Eating Disorders, Relationship issues, Self-esteem, Self-Care, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Substance Use, Grief and Loss, and Families impacted by the Child Welfare System.
I have worked with clients extensively around life issues such as: Parenting, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Body Image, Eating Disorders, Relationship issues, Self-esteem, Self-Care, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Substance Use, Grief and Loss, and Families impacted by the Child Welfare System.
Hello and Welcome! We specialize in providing affordable telehealth/online therapy.My hope is that you find a therapist that you will connect with and begin your journey of healing. I want everyone that I work with to feel heard and my hope is to create a safe relationship built on trust and mutual understanding. I have worked with clients extensively around life issues such as: Parenting, Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Body Image, Eating Disorders, Relationship issues, Self-esteem, Self-Care, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Substance Use, Grief and Loss, and Families impacted by the Child Welfare System.
(951) 221-9195 View (951) 221-9195
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Karen B Cash
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
I am available to assist with many of the current issues that are affecting us all. Issues os depression, anxiety and PTSD are impacting many. Relationship and communication challenges are problematic. Challenging adolescents and children suffering from ADHD or Learning Disabilities are impacting family life. I can assist you with these common challenges, and help to provide and process solutions.
I am available to assist with many of the current issues that are affecting us all. Issues os depression, anxiety and PTSD are impacting many. Relationship and communication challenges are problematic. Challenging adolescents and children suffering from ADHD or Learning Disabilities are impacting family life. I can assist you with these common challenges, and help to provide and process solutions.
(909) 324-3165 View (909) 324-3165
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Regina Famiglietti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
I help people cope with life stress, anxiety, and relationship issues. If you need assistance with a relationship (communicating, intimacy), anxiety, depression, life adjustments, or loss; therapy can help. I provide an open space for clients to express their thoughts and feelings about their lives. It can be difficult to reach out for assistance, however, I can be reached by phone, email or my website www.counselingwithgina.com for more information on my background or to schedule an free 10 minute consultation to see if we are a good fit for your counseling needs.
I help people cope with life stress, anxiety, and relationship issues. If you need assistance with a relationship (communicating, intimacy), anxiety, depression, life adjustments, or loss; therapy can help. I provide an open space for clients to express their thoughts and feelings about their lives. It can be difficult to reach out for assistance, however, I can be reached by phone, email or my website www.counselingwithgina.com for more information on my background or to schedule an free 10 minute consultation to see if we are a good fit for your counseling needs.
(909) 726-5810 View (909) 726-5810
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Katherine Boeckmann
Pre-Licensed Professional, BS, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730  (Online Only)
I work with teens and adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, relationship difficulties, co-dependency, and other life difficulties.
Hello and Welcome! Our agency offers affordable, low-cost, telehealth/online therapy exclusively in California. We will work to identify unhelpful behavioral patterns and negative thoughts that keep us stuck. Most importantly, together we will replace behaviors, thoughts, and beliefs that don’t serve us in fulfilling our desires or supporting our overall wellness. I believe all of us have the resilience within us to move forward and overcome whatever life situations arise.
I work with teens and adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma, relationship difficulties, co-dependency, and other life difficulties.
Hello and Welcome! Our agency offers affordable, low-cost, telehealth/online therapy exclusively in California. We will work to identify unhelpful behavioral patterns and negative thoughts that keep us stuck. Most importantly, together we will replace behaviors, thoughts, and beliefs that don’t serve us in fulfilling our desires or supporting our overall wellness. I believe all of us have the resilience within us to move forward and overcome whatever life situations arise.
(951) 904-3933 View (951) 904-3933
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Advanced Psychological Associates & Wellness Ctr
Psychological Associate, PhD, MS
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
We specialize in working with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, adjustment disorders, anxiety, marriage/couples counseling, family therapy, Attention Deficit Hyper-activity Disorder, parenting issues, panic disorders, Bi-polar disorder, phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Domestic Violence.
We understand and work with all types of stresses and anxieties. We work with child-adolescent and divorce complications. Hypnosis may be used to help stop addictions and undesirable behaviors. Our practice style is goal oriented using cognitive behavioral skills, hypnosis, and biofeedback to decrease problematic symptoms and behaviors, enhance and improve all types of relationships, and/or change underlying dysfunctional beliefs, while promoting permanent change. We offer complimentary care such as at home sleep apnea testing, biofeedback, neuro feedback, acupuncture, therapeutic body massage, facials, and waxing.
We specialize in working with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, adjustment disorders, anxiety, marriage/couples counseling, family therapy, Attention Deficit Hyper-activity Disorder, parenting issues, panic disorders, Bi-polar disorder, phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Domestic Violence.
We understand and work with all types of stresses and anxieties. We work with child-adolescent and divorce complications. Hypnosis may be used to help stop addictions and undesirable behaviors. Our practice style is goal oriented using cognitive behavioral skills, hypnosis, and biofeedback to decrease problematic symptoms and behaviors, enhance and improve all types of relationships, and/or change underlying dysfunctional beliefs, while promoting permanent change. We offer complimentary care such as at home sleep apnea testing, biofeedback, neuro feedback, acupuncture, therapeutic body massage, facials, and waxing.
(951) 261-8941 View (951) 261-8941
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Flor Martinez Lmft
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Have you ever experienced being stuck, overwhelmed and feeling as though you are lost? Sometimes you find yourself feeling as though you have nobody to talk to about these issues. I would like to offer you support, guidance and some direction as it concerns your own life goals that will promote a healthy lifestyle that you deserve. I am a person who is compassionate, objective and caring with the ability to create a safe environment for you to begin your journey of healing and growth. I have been providing psychotherapy since 2009 and have worked with diverse populations: families, Individuals, teens, couples, children and LGBTQ.
Have you ever experienced being stuck, overwhelmed and feeling as though you are lost? Sometimes you find yourself feeling as though you have nobody to talk to about these issues. I would like to offer you support, guidance and some direction as it concerns your own life goals that will promote a healthy lifestyle that you deserve. I am a person who is compassionate, objective and caring with the ability to create a safe environment for you to begin your journey of healing and growth. I have been providing psychotherapy since 2009 and have worked with diverse populations: families, Individuals, teens, couples, children and LGBTQ.
(909) 810-2702 View (909) 810-2702

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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.