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Scott Abbott | Abbott Mental Health
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
White Plains, NY 10604
With over two decades of experience in faith-based psychotherapy, mental health counseling and inpatient rehabilitation, I am uniquely competent integrating clinical expertise and Christian spirituality in a holistic approach to thoughts, emotions and behaviors. I specialize in sexual addiction breakthrough, substance abuse recovery, OCD treatment (ERP and ACT), trauma processing (EMDR), anxiety relief, relational connection, anger management, identity formation and faith/work/life/sex integration. I see couples and adult clients, and have other counselors (with lower fees) at my practice who work with adolescents and children.
With over two decades of experience in faith-based psychotherapy, mental health counseling and inpatient rehabilitation, I am uniquely competent integrating clinical expertise and Christian spirituality in a holistic approach to thoughts, emotions and behaviors. I specialize in sexual addiction breakthrough, substance abuse recovery, OCD treatment (ERP and ACT), trauma processing (EMDR), anxiety relief, relational connection, anger management, identity formation and faith/work/life/sex integration. I see couples and adult clients, and have other counselors (with lower fees) at my practice who work with adolescents and children.
(347) 609-7259 View (347) 609-7259
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Meliora Counseling and Psychotherapy
LMHC, MS
Not Verified Not Verified
White Plains, NY 10601  (Online Only)
In order to serve clients with a broad range of concerns and diagnoses, I provide therapeutic interventions tailored to each specific case. Whether you are a couple looking to improve your relationship, or an individual hoping to gain insight and coping skills, your goals can be addressed in a collaborative, supportive environment. I work with adults, adolescents (ages 12 and up) and couples.
In order to serve clients with a broad range of concerns and diagnoses, I provide therapeutic interventions tailored to each specific case. Whether you are a couple looking to improve your relationship, or an individual hoping to gain insight and coping skills, your goals can be addressed in a collaborative, supportive environment. I work with adults, adolescents (ages 12 and up) and couples.
(914) 730-4754 View (914) 730-4754
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Johanny Pena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tarrytown, NY 10591
I offer individual, couples, and family video sessions to allow you to go to therapy when it works for you.
Bilingual (English and Spanish) psychotherapist with experience and interests in treatment of depression, anxiety and PTSD. Together we will work towards your wellbeing. I am here to help you gain insight and assist you with overcoming unhealthy patterns that leave you feeling stuck and depleted. Using a holistic and eclectic approach, I will focus on your strengths, and the gifts you already hold within. As we collaborate together, we implement effective skills, and tools to help you feel connected, empowered and in control of your life, environment and your relationships. I enjoy working with diverse populations and backgrounds.
I offer individual, couples, and family video sessions to allow you to go to therapy when it works for you.
Bilingual (English and Spanish) psychotherapist with experience and interests in treatment of depression, anxiety and PTSD. Together we will work towards your wellbeing. I am here to help you gain insight and assist you with overcoming unhealthy patterns that leave you feeling stuck and depleted. Using a holistic and eclectic approach, I will focus on your strengths, and the gifts you already hold within. As we collaborate together, we implement effective skills, and tools to help you feel connected, empowered and in control of your life, environment and your relationships. I enjoy working with diverse populations and backgrounds.
(914) 867-3902 View (914) 867-3902

Online Therapists

Photo of Marisa Markowitz, Licensed Master Social Worker in Hawthorne, NY
Marisa Markowitz
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10018
Hello! I help individuals from all walks of life with a variety of concerns. I help individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and alcohol concerns, grief and loss, relationship issues, obsessive compulsive disorder, autism spectrum disorder, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Their goals might be practical, or more theoretical, and I often incorporate elements from my background in philosophy and music studies to help understand how concepts can help with healing. My clients want to find inner peace, and we explore different modalities to get there together.
Hello! I help individuals from all walks of life with a variety of concerns. I help individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and alcohol concerns, grief and loss, relationship issues, obsessive compulsive disorder, autism spectrum disorder, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Their goals might be practical, or more theoretical, and I often incorporate elements from my background in philosophy and music studies to help understand how concepts can help with healing. My clients want to find inner peace, and we explore different modalities to get there together.
(646) 571-0695 View (646) 571-0695
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Megan Romano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodbury, NY 11797
As a solution-focused therapist trained in individual psychotherapy, trauma and family systems, I address an array or relationship issues within the context of various systems.
I understand how difficult it can be to decide to seek help for life's obstacles. In my practice, my goal is to help my clients become experts on themselves. Every end is a new beginning. If you're challenged with relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, a trauma history, depression, anxiety or have a child or an adolescent who is struggling with behavioral issues, or just looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation and looking to move in a new direction, I encourage you to let me help you with your experiences. I am dedicated to getting to the root of stuck patterns. There are techniques out there!
As a solution-focused therapist trained in individual psychotherapy, trauma and family systems, I address an array or relationship issues within the context of various systems.
I understand how difficult it can be to decide to seek help for life's obstacles. In my practice, my goal is to help my clients become experts on themselves. Every end is a new beginning. If you're challenged with relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, a trauma history, depression, anxiety or have a child or an adolescent who is struggling with behavioral issues, or just looking for support and guidance through a challenging situation and looking to move in a new direction, I encourage you to let me help you with your experiences. I am dedicated to getting to the root of stuck patterns. There are techniques out there!
(646) 845-0615 View (646) 845-0615
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Mind The Healing Therapy
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC, MA, AEDP-3
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
And your participation in the therapeutic relationship is indispensable to your success.
Life can be challenging. And our friends/ family may try to help, yet their well intentions cannot provide the effective skills to help ward off suffering and regulate emotions. Whether therapy seems frightening or it's familiar to you, the clarity and tools gained in this process are worth it! Reach out & let us help you transform suffering into love. You'll experience improvement in your relationships and in your overall wellbeing! Please know that speaking with a stranger to work through intimate issues is a profound act of faith, courage and, hope.
And your participation in the therapeutic relationship is indispensable to your success.
Life can be challenging. And our friends/ family may try to help, yet their well intentions cannot provide the effective skills to help ward off suffering and regulate emotions. Whether therapy seems frightening or it's familiar to you, the clarity and tools gained in this process are worth it! Reach out & let us help you transform suffering into love. You'll experience improvement in your relationships and in your overall wellbeing! Please know that speaking with a stranger to work through intimate issues is a profound act of faith, courage and, hope.
(917) 809-5598 View (917) 809-5598
Photo of Hea-Kyung Kwon, Licensed Psychoanalyst in Hawthorne, NY
Hea-Kyung Kwon
Licensed Psychoanalyst, DA, LP, LCAT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
I have more than twenty one years of experience in helping people deal with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
When you are seeking therapy, finding the right therapist is the first and most important step. With the right therapist, you feel understood and safe to explore difficult issues. I am a warm and empathic listener who can help you gain insight into your life and give you tools to regain control. I received my doctorate from New York University and training in Psychoanalysis at the National Institute for Psychotherapies in NYC. Currently I am an adjunct faculty member & supervisor at NYU.
I have more than twenty one years of experience in helping people deal with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
When you are seeking therapy, finding the right therapist is the first and most important step. With the right therapist, you feel understood and safe to explore difficult issues. I am a warm and empathic listener who can help you gain insight into your life and give you tools to regain control. I received my doctorate from New York University and training in Psychoanalysis at the National Institute for Psychotherapies in NYC. Currently I am an adjunct faculty member & supervisor at NYU.
(646) 600-5199 View (646) 600-5199
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Center for Intimacy Recovery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, EMDR
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10018
Do you feel that you are "just getting by" or not even that? Have you been experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression or being overwhelmed? Do you feel that you and your spouse/significant other are not "connecting" in the way that you would like? Are you unable to stop self-destructive behaviors such as sexual acting out, compulsive use of pornography, alcohol or drug abuse, eating or gambling? Has a recent crisis made you feel out of control or unable to handle things as you have in the past? Feeling good is important!
Do you feel that you are "just getting by" or not even that? Have you been experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression or being overwhelmed? Do you feel that you and your spouse/significant other are not "connecting" in the way that you would like? Are you unable to stop self-destructive behaviors such as sexual acting out, compulsive use of pornography, alcohol or drug abuse, eating or gambling? Has a recent crisis made you feel out of control or unable to handle things as you have in the past? Feeling good is important!
(201) 654-3495 View (201) 654-3495
Photo of Elissa Ganz, Psychologist in Hawthorne, NY
Elissa Ganz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
I give great importance to the therapeutic relationship and see therapy as a joint process that is a big factor in alleviating client's distress and increasing overall well-being.
Therapy is an opportunity for healing and growth. Together we understand how my client's past impacts them in current day relationships and situations. We develop insight into your relationship patterns that may hold you back from what you want; meaningful and secure relationships in your life and how to be more productive at work .Symptoms will diminish and confidence will increase as you feel more empowered and in control in understanding your life, which helps you make the changes that held you back.I work with children, teens, adults,couples & families.
I give great importance to the therapeutic relationship and see therapy as a joint process that is a big factor in alleviating client's distress and increasing overall well-being.
Therapy is an opportunity for healing and growth. Together we understand how my client's past impacts them in current day relationships and situations. We develop insight into your relationship patterns that may hold you back from what you want; meaningful and secure relationships in your life and how to be more productive at work .Symptoms will diminish and confidence will increase as you feel more empowered and in control in understanding your life, which helps you make the changes that held you back.I work with children, teens, adults,couples & families.
(646) 351-1997 View (646) 351-1997
Photo of Danielle Matias, Counselor in Hawthorne, NY
Danielle Matias
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, borderline, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, borderline, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(646) 204-2295 View (646) 204-2295
Photo of Claudia Glaser-Mussen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hawthorne, NY
Claudia Glaser-Mussen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10019
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page. If you're here, you are most likely considering therapy. Psychotherapy is an enriching, challenging and exciting experience. It's a collaboration that can help you to feel more present, more deeply engaged in your relationships, and connected to creative parts of yourself long overlooked or forgotten. I have 20 years of experience in helping people with stress and anxiety, grief and bereavement, trauma, as well as work and relationship challenges. Together, we will find paths towards gaining a new emotional freedom. I look forward to hearing from you.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page. If you're here, you are most likely considering therapy. Psychotherapy is an enriching, challenging and exciting experience. It's a collaboration that can help you to feel more present, more deeply engaged in your relationships, and connected to creative parts of yourself long overlooked or forgotten. I have 20 years of experience in helping people with stress and anxiety, grief and bereavement, trauma, as well as work and relationship challenges. Together, we will find paths towards gaining a new emotional freedom. I look forward to hearing from you.
(646) 760-6279 View (646) 760-6279
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Sam Fogarty
MHC-LP, EdM, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
I currently have availability to work with couples/polycules and individuals.
I believe that every human holds the innate capacity to heal, especially queer individuals whose lives are rooted in resilience. Through therapy, I highlight the potential of empowerment and strength in overcoming trauma and everyday challenges alike. I bring my research experience in body image and eating disorders among queer populations to frame my clinical work. My style can be described as active, warm, encouraging, and fun. While I incorporate elements of cognitive-behavioral, narrative, psychodynamic, and client-centered modalities, meeting with me will feel like a conversation with a warm, supportive friend.
I currently have availability to work with couples/polycules and individuals.
I believe that every human holds the innate capacity to heal, especially queer individuals whose lives are rooted in resilience. Through therapy, I highlight the potential of empowerment and strength in overcoming trauma and everyday challenges alike. I bring my research experience in body image and eating disorders among queer populations to frame my clinical work. My style can be described as active, warm, encouraging, and fun. While I incorporate elements of cognitive-behavioral, narrative, psychodynamic, and client-centered modalities, meeting with me will feel like a conversation with a warm, supportive friend.
(929) 548-1021 View (929) 548-1021
Photo of Negar Morshedian, Counselor in Hawthorne, NY
Negar Morshedian
Counselor, MA, EdM, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11226  (Online Only)
I also work with couples and families going through transitions.
Hello and welcome to my page! I believe that all individuals are capable of healing and growth with the help of an understanding, compassionate, and supportive therapist. Therapy is a vulnerable process and I strive to provide an environment where my client feels safe. I also believe that insight alone is not enough for change to occur and therefore I bring experiential work into the room, often engaging the body and somatic experience in our work. My approach to therapy integrates Attachment Theory, Psychodynamic Theory, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Experiential Therapy, and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP).
I also work with couples and families going through transitions.
Hello and welcome to my page! I believe that all individuals are capable of healing and growth with the help of an understanding, compassionate, and supportive therapist. Therapy is a vulnerable process and I strive to provide an environment where my client feels safe. I also believe that insight alone is not enough for change to occur and therefore I bring experiential work into the room, often engaging the body and somatic experience in our work. My approach to therapy integrates Attachment Theory, Psychodynamic Theory, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Experiential Therapy, and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP).
(646) 832-4954 View (646) 832-4954
Photo of Lola Noero, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hawthorne, NY
Lola Noero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11249
Schedule a free consultation with this link: www.calendly.com/lola-harney Are you living a fulfilling life that energizes you? Have you noticed yourself ending up in the same place, with familiar patterns? “Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed.”-Thich Nhat Hanh. I specialize in couples/relationship communication with advanced training, as well as trauma therapy (completed hours in EMDR training). I see clients in person and remotely. I am the Co-Founder of Manhattan Therapy (manhattantherapy.com)
Schedule a free consultation with this link: www.calendly.com/lola-harney Are you living a fulfilling life that energizes you? Have you noticed yourself ending up in the same place, with familiar patterns? “Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed.”-Thich Nhat Hanh. I specialize in couples/relationship communication with advanced training, as well as trauma therapy (completed hours in EMDR training). I see clients in person and remotely. I am the Co-Founder of Manhattan Therapy (manhattantherapy.com)
(332) 322-6370 View (332) 322-6370
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Footprints Mental Health Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, BPD, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
We work with depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD, eating disorders, bereavement, BPD, autism, ADHD, addiction, sexual abuse, DV, medical illnesses, relationship problems, LGTBQ+, adjustment disorders and forensic cases.
Footprints was started by a therapist who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities were confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Feel Better Therapy began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(718) 550-5392 View (718) 550-5392
Photo of Glenn Zermeño, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hawthorne, NY
Glenn Zermeño
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11238  (Online Only)
Are you looking for help with the challenges you face? Therapy can provide the supportive space to look at your life and make a change for the better. Often, relationships are at the heart of many of those challenges. You may want a better relationship with someone in your life. You may have a want to resolve the painful history of a past relationship. You may want a better relationship with yourself. Ultimately, you can have deeper and more meaningful relationships and feel better about yourself. I can help you find what you want.
Are you looking for help with the challenges you face? Therapy can provide the supportive space to look at your life and make a change for the better. Often, relationships are at the heart of many of those challenges. You may want a better relationship with someone in your life. You may have a want to resolve the painful history of a past relationship. You may want a better relationship with yourself. Ultimately, you can have deeper and more meaningful relationships and feel better about yourself. I can help you find what you want.
(917) 746-3145 View (917) 746-3145
Photo of Gabe Lopez, Licensed Master Social Worker in Hawthorne, NY
Gabe Lopez
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10019
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Are you confused about your gender, sexuality, or relationship with sex? Are you struggling to stop using substances that are causing life to feel out of control, but it feels like too much to take on alone? Finding a therapist to help and support you is the right place to start. If you thought, "Oh, that's me." when reading any of these questions, you've come to the right place. As you begin to talk about what you're going through in a safe and judgement free space, you will soon realize that healing is possible. I am here to join you in the chaos and help make sense of it all.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? Are you confused about your gender, sexuality, or relationship with sex? Are you struggling to stop using substances that are causing life to feel out of control, but it feels like too much to take on alone? Finding a therapist to help and support you is the right place to start. If you thought, "Oh, that's me." when reading any of these questions, you've come to the right place. As you begin to talk about what you're going through in a safe and judgement free space, you will soon realize that healing is possible. I am here to join you in the chaos and help make sense of it all.
(347) 970-8331 View (347) 970-8331
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Natalie Green
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW, PhD, Student
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11238  (Online Only)
Whether you are new to therapy or returning, finding someone who we feel understands and cares for us is hard. Each person has their own story and all of us have different reasons for seeking out help. I believe therapy is a safe place to share our stories, learn who we are, and develop effective skills to improve our lives. In therapy, I emphasize creating a nonjudgemental, empathetic, welcoming, and safe environment. I believe that patience and trust are essential for healing, and through the therapeutic relationship clients can explore their inner selves.
Whether you are new to therapy or returning, finding someone who we feel understands and cares for us is hard. Each person has their own story and all of us have different reasons for seeking out help. I believe therapy is a safe place to share our stories, learn who we are, and develop effective skills to improve our lives. In therapy, I emphasize creating a nonjudgemental, empathetic, welcoming, and safe environment. I believe that patience and trust are essential for healing, and through the therapeutic relationship clients can explore their inner selves.
(719) 966-7730 View (719) 966-7730
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Steven Ross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NASM, RSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
I am an LCSW RSW psychotherapist with a private practice in NYC & Toronto serving clients via Zoom, phone in Ontario and NY I tend to see a broad assortment of people, many who are suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, and difficulty coping. Some struggle with being single, others within their relationship, or with their sexual authenticity Together through talk therapy, we can find a pathway to a deeper understanding and a way to move forward with confidence and security My clients are from different worlds, heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, young and old, single, married, and all those in-between.
I am an LCSW RSW psychotherapist with a private practice in NYC & Toronto serving clients via Zoom, phone in Ontario and NY I tend to see a broad assortment of people, many who are suffering from depression, anxiety, stress, and difficulty coping. Some struggle with being single, others within their relationship, or with their sexual authenticity Together through talk therapy, we can find a pathway to a deeper understanding and a way to move forward with confidence and security My clients are from different worlds, heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, young and old, single, married, and all those in-between.
(917) 746-0734 View (917) 746-0734
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Lisa Gajda Maiolo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Rooted in empirically proven models, my style is warm, creative, open and curious. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming and BIPOC allied therapist. I work primarily with individuals.
Rooted in empirically proven models, my style is warm, creative, open and curious. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming and BIPOC allied therapist. I work primarily with individuals.
(475) 252-7919 View (475) 252-7919

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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.