Therapists in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Kimm J. Moreno
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
"Are your relationships more difficult and complicated than they need to be? Do you feel unheard? Do you want to find peace and balance? No matter what the issues are I will work with you, your spouse, partner, children, teen, parents or significant other to quickly reduce the immediate challenges and then we will focus on a plan of action to tackle the tough issues. By creating awareness and understanding, you will become equipped with the tools and strategies you need to manage your life and your relationships."
"Are your relationships more difficult and complicated than they need to be? Do you feel unheard? Do you want to find peace and balance? No matter what the issues are I will work with you, your spouse, partner, children, teen, parents or significant other to quickly reduce the immediate challenges and then we will focus on a plan of action to tackle the tough issues. By creating awareness and understanding, you will become equipped with the tools and strategies you need to manage your life and your relationships."
Cesar Lagleva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
My name is Cesar Lagleva and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the greater Bay Area, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and racial and other forms of trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Multicultural Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
My name is Cesar Lagleva and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in the greater Bay Area, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and racial and other forms of trauma, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Multicultural Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Stacey Merrell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
My areas of expertise are couples counseling, relationship issues, men's issues, depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
I am a compassionate, direct and interactive therapist. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address their treatment goals. I offer a highly personalized approach, tailored to each client's unique needs. I believe that the person is not the problem, the problem is the problem. I collaborate with my client's and help them step away from problem saturated and oppressive stories, to discovering and/or creating new untold stories which include preferred accounts of their lives, hopes, values, dreams and relationships.
My areas of expertise are couples counseling, relationship issues, men's issues, depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
I am a compassionate, direct and interactive therapist. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address their treatment goals. I offer a highly personalized approach, tailored to each client's unique needs. I believe that the person is not the problem, the problem is the problem. I collaborate with my client's and help them step away from problem saturated and oppressive stories, to discovering and/or creating new untold stories which include preferred accounts of their lives, hopes, values, dreams and relationships.
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.
Jessica Rivas
Pre-Licensed Professional, BS, MS, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (Online Only)
I am a registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor and I have experience working with couples, families, children, and individuals.
Hello and Welcome. Our agency offers affordable, low-cost, telehealth/online therapy exclusively in California. Thank you for taking the first step toward healing. Life brings many challenges and triumphs, but we do not have to go through it alone. I believe that even when things become difficult, we can overcome anything as long as we are willing to put in the effort to work through it. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space that will allow you the opportunity to dig deep and express yourself without judgment.
I am a registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor and I have experience working with couples, families, children, and individuals.
Hello and Welcome. Our agency offers affordable, low-cost, telehealth/online therapy exclusively in California. Thank you for taking the first step toward healing. Life brings many challenges and triumphs, but we do not have to go through it alone. I believe that even when things become difficult, we can overcome anything as long as we are willing to put in the effort to work through it. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive space that will allow you the opportunity to dig deep and express yourself without judgment.
Nathan Li
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MA, MSW, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, career-related issues, job burnout, grief and loss, life transitions, ADHD, family conflicts, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, and stress.
Hello and welcome to our center which provides affordable online/telehealth service. Regardless of the specific issue at hand, I firmly believe that effective therapy begins with a foundation of trust and respect. He also places a strong emphasis on action-oriented therapy, actively involving clients in the therapeutic process. My versatility enables him to tailor his approach to the unique needs of each client, drawing from various treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Self-Compassion Therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy.
I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, career-related issues, job burnout, grief and loss, life transitions, ADHD, family conflicts, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, and stress.
Hello and welcome to our center which provides affordable online/telehealth service. Regardless of the specific issue at hand, I firmly believe that effective therapy begins with a foundation of trust and respect. He also places a strong emphasis on action-oriented therapy, actively involving clients in the therapeutic process. My versatility enables him to tailor his approach to the unique needs of each client, drawing from various treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Self-Compassion Therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy.
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."
Alignment Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond.
Unforseen life events can take you off course, leaving you feeling powerless. Alignment Healing Center helps you move forward realigning with your true self, so you can put the power back in your hands and live the life you envision. We offer a holistic approach to therapy, providing support and insight to help clients explore personal life challenges and embrace a journey of healing and transformation. Book a free consultation to help get your life back on track.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond.
Unforseen life events can take you off course, leaving you feeling powerless. Alignment Healing Center helps you move forward realigning with your true self, so you can put the power back in your hands and live the life you envision. We offer a holistic approach to therapy, providing support and insight to help clients explore personal life challenges and embrace a journey of healing and transformation. Book a free consultation to help get your life back on track.
Reginald Charles Rogers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
I work diligently to develop a therapeutic relationship with you that provides a safe place for you to express and process your experiences in a meaningful and nonjudgmental way.
Have you said these statements? "I woke up and I don't know the person I am sleeping with?' "We don't trust each other" or "she just won't get over what happen." "I feel like I am not good enough, I feel hopeless." I like working with individuals and couples facing difficulties with boundary issues, infidelity, emotional and physical abuse, as well as issues with anxiety. You need to feel heard, validated, and supported. I can help you identify triggers that cause significant distress and give you strategies to challenge negative beliefs that limit your ability to function in the relationship. This is the foundation of my work.
I work diligently to develop a therapeutic relationship with you that provides a safe place for you to express and process your experiences in a meaningful and nonjudgmental way.
Have you said these statements? "I woke up and I don't know the person I am sleeping with?' "We don't trust each other" or "she just won't get over what happen." "I feel like I am not good enough, I feel hopeless." I like working with individuals and couples facing difficulties with boundary issues, infidelity, emotional and physical abuse, as well as issues with anxiety. You need to feel heard, validated, and supported. I can help you identify triggers that cause significant distress and give you strategies to challenge negative beliefs that limit your ability to function in the relationship. This is the foundation of my work.
Sheena Janine Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (Online Only)
I feel one of the most important parts of therapy is the relationship we build together.
Hi! I am an LCSW with 12 years of diverse experience in many areas of mental health. I graduated from my MSW program at USC in 2010 and became licensed in 2014. I enjoy working with adults and children, as well as couples. I understand that therapy, while it can be a wonderful and positive experience, it can also be intimidating. I will really work hard to make you feel comfortable and be understanding. I’m here to walk with you side by side and help you achieve your goals.
I feel one of the most important parts of therapy is the relationship we build together.
Hi! I am an LCSW with 12 years of diverse experience in many areas of mental health. I graduated from my MSW program at USC in 2010 and became licensed in 2014. I enjoy working with adults and children, as well as couples. I understand that therapy, while it can be a wonderful and positive experience, it can also be intimidating. I will really work hard to make you feel comfortable and be understanding. I’m here to walk with you side by side and help you achieve your goals.
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.
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Denise TheWhysCounselor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Hello my name is Denise TheWhysCounselor, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). My approach to therapy is to help you learn how to develop a healthy relationship with yourself, and implement supportive strategies when navigating difficult situations or complex emotions. I provide psychotherapy services to individuals and couples ready for a change. I am here to be a safe space to clients of all genders, races, ethnicities, and sexual orientations. Therapy with me is a collaborative process. We work together towards the goal of finding solutions to the anxiety and stresses that make everyday functioning challenging.
Hello my name is Denise TheWhysCounselor, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). My approach to therapy is to help you learn how to develop a healthy relationship with yourself, and implement supportive strategies when navigating difficult situations or complex emotions. I provide psychotherapy services to individuals and couples ready for a change. I am here to be a safe space to clients of all genders, races, ethnicities, and sexual orientations. Therapy with me is a collaborative process. We work together towards the goal of finding solutions to the anxiety and stresses that make everyday functioning challenging.
Tecia Irwin
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, ASW, MSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (Online Only)
We will partner together to create a balance in your life so that you can have less stress and reveal your full potential.
Hello and Welcome. Our agency offers affordable, low-cost, telehealth/online therapy services. I believe every obstacle is an opportunity to grow. If you have held on to years of trauma, depression, or addiction, together we can turn battle scars into victory trophies, and I am honored to help you on that journey.
We will partner together to create a balance in your life so that you can have less stress and reveal your full potential.
Hello and Welcome. Our agency offers affordable, low-cost, telehealth/online therapy services. I believe every obstacle is an opportunity to grow. If you have held on to years of trauma, depression, or addiction, together we can turn battle scars into victory trophies, and I am honored to help you on that journey.
Catherine Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
I work with clients who have anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship issues including their relationship with food.
My name is Catherine Nelson, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I listen with my heart and mind. I enjoy helping clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and relationship issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address symptoms and Psychodynamic Therapy to address the causes. I work with clients who have anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship issues including their relationship with food. I feel comfortable treating individual adults including older adults and their caregivers. I also work with couples.
I work with clients who have anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship issues including their relationship with food.
My name is Catherine Nelson, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I listen with my heart and mind. I enjoy helping clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and relationship issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address symptoms and Psychodynamic Therapy to address the causes. I work with clients who have anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship issues including their relationship with food. I feel comfortable treating individual adults including older adults and their caregivers. I also work with couples.
Rodney Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (Online Only)
I respect that each person is different and believe there is no one solution for everyone. I believe in treating the whole person which includes mind and body. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience counseling children, adults, seniors, couples and families. My training allows me to draw from different methods from which we can develop new ways to cope with sadness, worry or stress. I can assist you in getting your life back on track, helping you manage difficult thoughts and emotions or navigating through difficult times for you or your family members.
I respect that each person is different and believe there is no one solution for everyone. I believe in treating the whole person which includes mind and body. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience counseling children, adults, seniors, couples and families. My training allows me to draw from different methods from which we can develop new ways to cope with sadness, worry or stress. I can assist you in getting your life back on track, helping you manage difficult thoughts and emotions or navigating through difficult times for you or your family members.
Ayleen Bryan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Ayleen Bryan Bilingual LMFT. We all have issues we deal with on a daily basis, and therapy is about addressing those issues in a positive, effective manner. I provide the highest level of professional care in a warm, inviting, supportive and nonjudgmental environment. I help people of all ages, and work in many different modalities tailoring the treatment to the needs of each patient. I work with individuals, couples and families to assist in skill building and to promote healthy everyday living. I specialize in managing individuals' issues, couples counseling, working with children and families.
Ayleen Bryan Bilingual LMFT. We all have issues we deal with on a daily basis, and therapy is about addressing those issues in a positive, effective manner. I provide the highest level of professional care in a warm, inviting, supportive and nonjudgmental environment. I help people of all ages, and work in many different modalities tailoring the treatment to the needs of each patient. I work with individuals, couples and families to assist in skill building and to promote healthy everyday living. I specialize in managing individuals' issues, couples counseling, working with children and families.
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.
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.
Cucamonga Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT, Psy D
Verified Verified
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
I specialize in the following areas such as: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Marriage Counseling, Catholic-Christian Counseling, Infertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal-Postpartum Depression, Relationship Issues, Sexual/Intimacy Issues, Trauma, Anger Management, Self-Esteem/Growth and Early Child Treatment/Diagnosing ages 0-3.
Do you feel that you are struggling alone? Have you tried to seek help from many clinicians', pastors and other professionals and it's not working. I can help you in discovering a new life story and uncovering your qualities. The journey of life can be sad and lonely due to multiple struggles; balancing life, struggles of parenthood, changing professions, family problems, divorce, blended family and midlife crisis. I provide a friendly, relaxed and compassionate atmosphere of no judgment as no one knows the real answer, but enlightened you to work through your painful decisions, disappointments' or challenges.
I specialize in the following areas such as: Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Marriage Counseling, Catholic-Christian Counseling, Infertility, Miscarriages, Perinatal-Postpartum Depression, Relationship Issues, Sexual/Intimacy Issues, Trauma, Anger Management, Self-Esteem/Growth and Early Child Treatment/Diagnosing ages 0-3.
Do you feel that you are struggling alone? Have you tried to seek help from many clinicians', pastors and other professionals and it's not working. I can help you in discovering a new life story and uncovering your qualities. The journey of life can be sad and lonely due to multiple struggles; balancing life, struggles of parenthood, changing professions, family problems, divorce, blended family and midlife crisis. I provide a friendly, relaxed and compassionate atmosphere of no judgment as no one knows the real answer, but enlightened you to work through your painful decisions, disappointments' or challenges.
Advanced Psychological Associates & Wellness Cen
Psychologist, PhD
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.
Advanced Psychological Associates & Wellness Center is public transportation and handicapped accessible. We also 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.
Advanced Psychological Associates & Wellness Center is public transportation and handicapped accessible. We also 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.
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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.