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Craig Constantinos
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918  (Online Only)
I have found success with individuals, couples, and families and have been able to help even those in marriages or life situations that seem hopeless.
My work with people is about getting to the root of the issue. I am a third-generation pastor and a counselor and that helps me to look at both the spiritual and psychological paths to finding solutions. Utilizing pastoral counseling experience from different countries and therapies like REBT and EMDR, I have been able to help all kinds of people to take steps forward in their lives that will lead to long-lasting changes.
I have found success with individuals, couples, and families and have been able to help even those in marriages or life situations that seem hopeless.
My work with people is about getting to the root of the issue. I am a third-generation pastor and a counselor and that helps me to look at both the spiritual and psychological paths to finding solutions. Utilizing pastoral counseling experience from different countries and therapies like REBT and EMDR, I have been able to help all kinds of people to take steps forward in their lives that will lead to long-lasting changes.
(719) 722-3758 View (719) 722-3758
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Amberly Gallagher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
In addition to using my training in Marriage and Family Therapy to work with couples and families in conflict or transition, I also passionately provide play therapy for children 2-10 and parent-coaching.
We humans are programmed for love and attachment. When our relationships with our partners, children, or others are in conflict or crisis, it can have negative effects on all pieces of our lives. I believe in the power of strong families and will work with you to strengthen your marriage or help you build positive attachments to your children. I'd be honored to help you build a more rewarding and fulfilling family. I'd also love to work individually on personal issues. Self-growth and healthy relationships often lead to happier lives and I am here to help you reach YOUR goals!
In addition to using my training in Marriage and Family Therapy to work with couples and families in conflict or transition, I also passionately provide play therapy for children 2-10 and parent-coaching.
We humans are programmed for love and attachment. When our relationships with our partners, children, or others are in conflict or crisis, it can have negative effects on all pieces of our lives. I believe in the power of strong families and will work with you to strengthen your marriage or help you build positive attachments to your children. I'd be honored to help you build a more rewarding and fulfilling family. I'd also love to work individually on personal issues. Self-growth and healthy relationships often lead to happier lives and I am here to help you reach YOUR goals!
(719) 427-2071 View (719) 427-2071
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Sara Gross
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
I enjoy working with all ages of individuals, as well as couples and families while using a Cognitive Behavioral approach as well as Solution-Focused therapy.
In my practice it is a belief that each person possesses individual core strengths and resiliency to promote change for problematic issues. I believe that every individual has the capacity for growth for a better future. As a previous elementary educator, I have found that combining techniques learned in the classroom as well as time spent as a therapist have allowed me to gain valuable knowledge to help the whole person.
I enjoy working with all ages of individuals, as well as couples and families while using a Cognitive Behavioral approach as well as Solution-Focused therapy.
In my practice it is a belief that each person possesses individual core strengths and resiliency to promote change for problematic issues. I believe that every individual has the capacity for growth for a better future. As a previous elementary educator, I have found that combining techniques learned in the classroom as well as time spent as a therapist have allowed me to gain valuable knowledge to help the whole person.
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Clinical Misfits
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Feeling sad, lonely, or stuck? Always feeling like life and everything in it hates you? Can't shake memories or events from the past? Do you work hard but have no time to do anything else? Do you just want to be seen? Are you in a relationship that struggles to have a civil conversation? Can you not go a day without yelling, calling names, or blaming each other for actions that happen? Has your sex life disappeared and you have no idea why? Have you or your partner been unfaithful and you truly want to work to find forgiveness and repair your relationship?
Feeling sad, lonely, or stuck? Always feeling like life and everything in it hates you? Can't shake memories or events from the past? Do you work hard but have no time to do anything else? Do you just want to be seen? Are you in a relationship that struggles to have a civil conversation? Can you not go a day without yelling, calling names, or blaming each other for actions that happen? Has your sex life disappeared and you have no idea why? Have you or your partner been unfaithful and you truly want to work to find forgiveness and repair your relationship?
(719) 465-0459 View (719) 465-0459
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Mindful Heart Counseling, LLC/Lisa Evensky-Stark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80919  (Online Only)
In these covid times with so much uncertainty I am hoping to provide a ray of hope and light to help you find your joy and happiness again. If you are struggling with compassion fatigue with work or home life , feeling that empathy waning or just the increase of daily stressors and anxiety’s I would be honored to partner with you and be on your team to finding your health and happiness again. You are not alone.
In these covid times with so much uncertainty I am hoping to provide a ray of hope and light to help you find your joy and happiness again. If you are struggling with compassion fatigue with work or home life , feeling that empathy waning or just the increase of daily stressors and anxiety’s I would be honored to partner with you and be on your team to finding your health and happiness again. You are not alone.
(719) 212-9687 View (719) 212-9687
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Aaron Dorfman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918  (Online Only)
With extensive experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Aaron is dedicated to helping individuals of all ages face depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, major life transitions, hopelessness, isolation, and more. Aaron's proficiency extends beyond conventional therapeutic methods; he is adept at implementing solution-focused therapy (SFT), which emphasizes exploring rational resolutions to navigate emotional difficulties. Especially beneficial for those who struggle to understand or express their emotions, SFT serves as a supportive framework for fostering personal growth and resilience.
With extensive experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Aaron is dedicated to helping individuals of all ages face depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, major life transitions, hopelessness, isolation, and more. Aaron's proficiency extends beyond conventional therapeutic methods; he is adept at implementing solution-focused therapy (SFT), which emphasizes exploring rational resolutions to navigate emotional difficulties. Especially beneficial for those who struggle to understand or express their emotions, SFT serves as a supportive framework for fostering personal growth and resilience.
(719) 294-1719 View (719) 294-1719
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John McDowell
Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Whatever the issue at hand you are dealing with, there is hope. It can be nerve-racking and scary to begin the journey of self-reflection, growth and development but John believes in the healing and restoration of individuals, couples, and families! His specialities are marriage therapy and individual therapy for anxiety, deperession, and dealing with the pain of life.
Whatever the issue at hand you are dealing with, there is hope. It can be nerve-racking and scary to begin the journey of self-reflection, growth and development but John believes in the healing and restoration of individuals, couples, and families! His specialities are marriage therapy and individual therapy for anxiety, deperession, and dealing with the pain of life.
(719) 631-1577 View (719) 631-1577
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Sunflower Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80905  (Online Only)
I conduct therapy with individuals, couples and groups in a collaborative and respectful manner.
My focus is on providing psychotherapy and consultation to adolescents and adults. My mission is to provide quality services to individuals who are motivated to make positive changes in their lives. I help people cope with a variety of mental health concerns (e.g., anxiety, depression, self-esteem), physical health issues (e.g., sleep, eating, stress, chronic pain/illness, caregiving), relationships, and adjustment issues including school/work adjustment, and culture or language challenges. For information about additional services, see my website at http://www.drjhinkelman.com
I conduct therapy with individuals, couples and groups in a collaborative and respectful manner.
My focus is on providing psychotherapy and consultation to adolescents and adults. My mission is to provide quality services to individuals who are motivated to make positive changes in their lives. I help people cope with a variety of mental health concerns (e.g., anxiety, depression, self-esteem), physical health issues (e.g., sleep, eating, stress, chronic pain/illness, caregiving), relationships, and adjustment issues including school/work adjustment, and culture or language challenges. For information about additional services, see my website at http://www.drjhinkelman.com
(719) 225-2549 View (719) 225-2549
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Phoenix Flight Counseling and Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, MAC, EMDR-t
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80935
Waitlist for new clients
If you’re feeling confused, unsure, or needing a listening ear… come talk to me! While I’m always studying the mind and it’s functions, I have over 13+ years of experience. I’ve worked with individuals and couples with cognitive deficits, psychosis, depression, PTSD, martial issues, and mood disorders, etc. I have experience in several different modalities, but I specialize in what works best for the individuals I’m serving. Making myopic decisions are not in my practice. I like to focus on inclusion for treatment to help ameliorate anxieties surrounding making life changes. My motto is, change won’t come until you come to change.
If you’re feeling confused, unsure, or needing a listening ear… come talk to me! While I’m always studying the mind and it’s functions, I have over 13+ years of experience. I’ve worked with individuals and couples with cognitive deficits, psychosis, depression, PTSD, martial issues, and mood disorders, etc. I have experience in several different modalities, but I specialize in what works best for the individuals I’m serving. Making myopic decisions are not in my practice. I like to focus on inclusion for treatment to help ameliorate anxieties surrounding making life changes. My motto is, change won’t come until you come to change.
(719) 347-4578 View (719) 347-4578
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Rachel Bolenbaugh
MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
I offer individual, couples / premarital / marriage, family, child, and adolescent counseling. The environment is a non-judgmental, safe place of acceptance. I will walk along side and offer ways that can be helpful in managing trauma, stress, and relationships. My goal is to help you access internal resources and make adjustments that can be helpful. My focus has been working with individuals of all ages dealing with a variety of issues, including trauma. I have worked with a diverse population including individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, self-esteem, and grief to develop a plan to bring positive changes.
I offer individual, couples / premarital / marriage, family, child, and adolescent counseling. The environment is a non-judgmental, safe place of acceptance. I will walk along side and offer ways that can be helpful in managing trauma, stress, and relationships. My goal is to help you access internal resources and make adjustments that can be helpful. My focus has been working with individuals of all ages dealing with a variety of issues, including trauma. I have worked with a diverse population including individuals who are dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, self-esteem, and grief to develop a plan to bring positive changes.
(719) 425-4692 View (719) 425-4692
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Kira Whitley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I have experience working with children, adolescents, women, and couples.
We are constantly bombarded with messages telling us that we need to do it all on our own. I have good news- you are not alone and you don't have to do it on your own! We all have a deep desire to be fully known and fully loved. It is my belief that we can't be fully known and loved by others until we fully know and love ourselves. Having a strong sense of identity and purpose allows us to heal, forgive, and move forward with clarity, hope, and tenacity.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, women, and couples.
We are constantly bombarded with messages telling us that we need to do it all on our own. I have good news- you are not alone and you don't have to do it on your own! We all have a deep desire to be fully known and fully loved. It is my belief that we can't be fully known and loved by others until we fully know and love ourselves. Having a strong sense of identity and purpose allows us to heal, forgive, and move forward with clarity, hope, and tenacity.
(719) 354-2783 View (719) 354-2783
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Stacy Mesias
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Hello! I am Stacy Mesias, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 12 years of experience. I have experience helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, coping with life changes, relationship issues, high conflict divorce, parenting, and family conflicts. I view counseling as a process in which the client and the counselor work together to define a path forward toward achieving goals and improving mental health. I believe that a client-centered style, demonstrated through an unconditionally positive regard toward the client, is imperative to productive counseling.
Hello! I am Stacy Mesias, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 12 years of experience. I have experience helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, coping with life changes, relationship issues, high conflict divorce, parenting, and family conflicts. I view counseling as a process in which the client and the counselor work together to define a path forward toward achieving goals and improving mental health. I believe that a client-centered style, demonstrated through an unconditionally positive regard toward the client, is imperative to productive counseling.
(719) 423-4546 View (719) 423-4546
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Chad Summers In Person And Online
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CACREP, CAC 1, CAC 2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Chad Summers here, I have over a decade of experience in the mental health field. With expertise in anxiety, stress-related disorders, depression, and more, I offer a compassionate and evidence-based approach to guide you on your journey towards mental well-being. In addition, I am also experienced in relationship counseling. Through a collaborative and client-centered process, I aim to create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your challenges, gain insights, and develop practical strategies for lasting change. As a dedicated therapist, I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, tailored to meet your unique needs.
Chad Summers here, I have over a decade of experience in the mental health field. With expertise in anxiety, stress-related disorders, depression, and more, I offer a compassionate and evidence-based approach to guide you on your journey towards mental well-being. In addition, I am also experienced in relationship counseling. Through a collaborative and client-centered process, I aim to create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your challenges, gain insights, and develop practical strategies for lasting change. As a dedicated therapist, I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, tailored to meet your unique needs.
(719) 356-2991 View (719) 356-2991
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Marilyn D Reese
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Accepting New Clients for Individuals and Couples Therapy! Whatever your issues, past, present or future, I am here to listen to you, to be fully present with you and to provide a safe space for you to be you. The frustrations of everyday life and the difficulties of personal relationships can be challenging. I can help you to find better solutions to cope with your challenges and help you to relate in healthier ways with yourself and with others. My passion is to help you to improve your mental and emotional well-being, to better understand yourself and others, and to assist you in achieving your goals for therapy.
Accepting New Clients for Individuals and Couples Therapy! Whatever your issues, past, present or future, I am here to listen to you, to be fully present with you and to provide a safe space for you to be you. The frustrations of everyday life and the difficulties of personal relationships can be challenging. I can help you to find better solutions to cope with your challenges and help you to relate in healthier ways with yourself and with others. My passion is to help you to improve your mental and emotional well-being, to better understand yourself and others, and to assist you in achieving your goals for therapy.
(719) 259-2788 View (719) 259-2788
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Burning Sage Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
I truly believe my purpose in life is helping other people. I absolutely love watching my clients grow in self awareness and the pursuit of happiness and balance. Thank you for your interest in Burning Sage Therapy! As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I partner with my clients to create a genuine relationship, work through trauma, build healthy boundaries, and discover individual values. Through vulnerability, we will confront cultural expectation and feelings of guilt and shame. Life isn't about doing things perfectly but you should definitely be proud of being perfectly imperfect.
I truly believe my purpose in life is helping other people. I absolutely love watching my clients grow in self awareness and the pursuit of happiness and balance. Thank you for your interest in Burning Sage Therapy! As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I partner with my clients to create a genuine relationship, work through trauma, build healthy boundaries, and discover individual values. Through vulnerability, we will confront cultural expectation and feelings of guilt and shame. Life isn't about doing things perfectly but you should definitely be proud of being perfectly imperfect.
(719) 215-9623 View (719) 215-9623
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Silver Seekers Counseling / Bruce Bonin, MSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP-II, CIMHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Do you feel lost, uncertain, or stressed by everyday life? Struggle with family, life, work, or all the above? Have you experienced something that continues to cause you pain and keeps you from achieving your goals? If any of these are true then I welcome you and know that you are not alone. I have helped many clients to create caring environments where they can work on meeting their needs in peace and at a pace that starts where -you- are. With a centralized location in Colorado Springs, you and I can face your challenges together with the confidence that comes with developing a productive, strong, and therapeutic relationship!
Do you feel lost, uncertain, or stressed by everyday life? Struggle with family, life, work, or all the above? Have you experienced something that continues to cause you pain and keeps you from achieving your goals? If any of these are true then I welcome you and know that you are not alone. I have helped many clients to create caring environments where they can work on meeting their needs in peace and at a pace that starts where -you- are. With a centralized location in Colorado Springs, you and I can face your challenges together with the confidence that comes with developing a productive, strong, and therapeutic relationship!
(719) 387-1734 View (719) 387-1734
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Karen Jensen Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Karen is eager to establish a trusting and comfortable relationship with her clients; imperative to success in counseling.
'We do what we want' is a primary premise in the approach Karen takes to counseling, and a clear reflection and understanding of what that means to each client, is where she will begin. Karen's counseling style is based in Reality Therapy; our choices are powerful. She will help her clients to take stock of where he or she is, where they truly desire to be, and help search her client's soul to determine what he or she is willing to do to achieve success as they define it.
Karen is eager to establish a trusting and comfortable relationship with her clients; imperative to success in counseling.
'We do what we want' is a primary premise in the approach Karen takes to counseling, and a clear reflection and understanding of what that means to each client, is where she will begin. Karen's counseling style is based in Reality Therapy; our choices are powerful. She will help her clients to take stock of where he or she is, where they truly desire to be, and help search her client's soul to determine what he or she is willing to do to achieve success as they define it.
(253) 906-3454 View (253) 906-3454
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Jordan Polk
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Life presents us with a variety of unique challenges, whether it's navigating the intricacies of neurospicy experiences, exploring the dynamics of relationship constellations, addressing LGBTQIA+ issues, supporting military and military spouses, or anything in between.
Navigating emotions can be quite challenging, don’t you think? It often seems more convenient to bury them deep inside. What if we allowed ourselves to laugh and cry our way through them? Recognizing the power of laughter and the significance of embracing all emotions is incredibly important. I believe that laughter is indeed one of the best medicines, but I also know that every emotion has a meaningful place in our lives. This is a safe and inclusive space for everyone. I'll meet you exactly where you are in your emotional journey, creating a collaborative, non-judgmental, and authentic environment where growth can flourish.
Life presents us with a variety of unique challenges, whether it's navigating the intricacies of neurospicy experiences, exploring the dynamics of relationship constellations, addressing LGBTQIA+ issues, supporting military and military spouses, or anything in between.
Navigating emotions can be quite challenging, don’t you think? It often seems more convenient to bury them deep inside. What if we allowed ourselves to laugh and cry our way through them? Recognizing the power of laughter and the significance of embracing all emotions is incredibly important. I believe that laughter is indeed one of the best medicines, but I also know that every emotion has a meaningful place in our lives. This is a safe and inclusive space for everyone. I'll meet you exactly where you are in your emotional journey, creating a collaborative, non-judgmental, and authentic environment where growth can flourish.
(719) 800-7337 View (719) 800-7337
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Christy Sorden
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
I am a dedicated counselor who strives to help individuals meet their personal goals. Many people experience problems throughout their lives where they feel stuck and helpless. Such problems may surround a person's personal, social, educational, professional, and/or financial well being. Utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, choice theory, EMDR , and solution focused therapy, people can discuss issues openly in a safe confidential environment. I believe that counseling can help people achieve their goals and regain the happiness within their lives. I provide individual, couples, family, and group counseling services.
I am a dedicated counselor who strives to help individuals meet their personal goals. Many people experience problems throughout their lives where they feel stuck and helpless. Such problems may surround a person's personal, social, educational, professional, and/or financial well being. Utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, choice theory, EMDR , and solution focused therapy, people can discuss issues openly in a safe confidential environment. I believe that counseling can help people achieve their goals and regain the happiness within their lives. I provide individual, couples, family, and group counseling services.
(719) 225-2679 View (719) 225-2679
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Dr. Mike Ghali
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
INC Therapy specializes in in-depth therapy work with individuals and couples.
Are you experiencing relationship problems? Communication lapses? Trust issues? Does anxiety impact your life or relationships. Do you notice low self-esteem or mood? Are you seeking a therapist that can relate well to you and/or your partner? If you are experiencing any of the above issues, let’s get to work. I am an experienced, insightful, and hard-working psychologist who will work with you to develop an individual plan to help you meet your goals. Visit www.inctherapy.org to schedule a free initial consultation to see if we'd be a good fit or call to schedule your first session. Let's get started.
INC Therapy specializes in in-depth therapy work with individuals and couples.
Are you experiencing relationship problems? Communication lapses? Trust issues? Does anxiety impact your life or relationships. Do you notice low self-esteem or mood? Are you seeking a therapist that can relate well to you and/or your partner? If you are experiencing any of the above issues, let’s get to work. I am an experienced, insightful, and hard-working psychologist who will work with you to develop an individual plan to help you meet your goals. Visit www.inctherapy.org to schedule a free initial consultation to see if we'd be a good fit or call to schedule your first session. Let's get started.
(719) 416-5400 View (719) 416-5400

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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.