Couples Counseling Therapists in Moundsville, WV

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Christian Counseling Associates of West Virginia
Counselor
Verified Verified
Moundsville, WV 26041
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawv.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawv.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
(681) 581-5340 View (681) 581-5340

Online Therapists

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Christina Jackson
Psychologist, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Parkersburg, WV 26104
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Counseling Psychologist with more than 10 years of experience helping adults, teens, families, and couples. I enjoy helping people who struggle with trusting themselves find that self trust again or for the first time.
I am a Counseling Psychologist with more than 10 years of experience helping adults, teens, families, and couples. I enjoy helping people who struggle with trusting themselves find that self trust again or for the first time.
(304) 337-5416 View (304) 337-5416
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Sarah Rosefsky
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26508
I specialize in life transitions, relationship issues, communication barriers, and attachment-based care.
I believe that your soul is important and you deserve to be happy. You can choose not to suffer even though pain is an inevitable part of the human experience. I provide a warm and safe space where you can speak freely and honestly. I use a collaborative approach where we work together to empower you to begin your voyage of healing and growth. In these times it can feel challenging to live your most authentic self. With patience and personalized care, we can traverse each layer and explore the different parts of who you are to find your core self. As your counselor I believe that the journey to healing may be a long or short
I specialize in life transitions, relationship issues, communication barriers, and attachment-based care.
I believe that your soul is important and you deserve to be happy. You can choose not to suffer even though pain is an inevitable part of the human experience. I provide a warm and safe space where you can speak freely and honestly. I use a collaborative approach where we work together to empower you to begin your voyage of healing and growth. In these times it can feel challenging to live your most authentic self. With patience and personalized care, we can traverse each layer and explore the different parts of who you are to find your core self. As your counselor I believe that the journey to healing may be a long or short
(304) 584-1524 View (304) 584-1524
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Anna Lehew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Parkersburg, WV 26104
Graduated with a MSW and certification in clinical mental health from the University of Pittsburgh in 2014. I specialize in working with youth and adults who are experiencing mental health symptoms, PTSD, addiction, and/ or behavioral issues. I also work with couples and families to help them make changes that allow them to effectively communicate, work through conflicts in a skilled way and be able to be genuinely affectionate with each other.
Graduated with a MSW and certification in clinical mental health from the University of Pittsburgh in 2014. I specialize in working with youth and adults who are experiencing mental health symptoms, PTSD, addiction, and/ or behavioral issues. I also work with couples and families to help them make changes that allow them to effectively communicate, work through conflicts in a skilled way and be able to be genuinely affectionate with each other.
(304) 896-0435 View (304) 896-0435
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Amy E Zeiders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26508
Waitlist for new clients
My therapeutic approach involves establishing a trusting relationship that is non-judgmental, caring and genuine.
I provide a safe and compassionate space where clients can be themselves and truly share their story with me. We all have unhelpful thoughts/coping strategies/emotional patterns that we pick up along the way that may have helped us adapt in the past but have kept us from growing. I utilize my client’s strengths to help them find their voice and empower them to make the changes to achieve the life they want. I have years of experience in helping people with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues as well as everyday life stressors and challenges.
My therapeutic approach involves establishing a trusting relationship that is non-judgmental, caring and genuine.
I provide a safe and compassionate space where clients can be themselves and truly share their story with me. We all have unhelpful thoughts/coping strategies/emotional patterns that we pick up along the way that may have helped us adapt in the past but have kept us from growing. I utilize my client’s strengths to help them find their voice and empower them to make the changes to achieve the life they want. I have years of experience in helping people with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues as well as everyday life stressors and challenges.
(304) 759-8055 View (304) 759-8055
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Couples Counseling Center - Cheri Timko
Counselor, MS, LPC, ALPS, CGT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Fairmont, WV 26554  (Online Only)
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You knew that marriage was going to be hard, but this is ridiculous! It’s not supposed to be THIS hard. There’s just too much bickering, irritability, and frustration. And when you fight—all bets are off and anything goes. It takes days to recover. You wanted a relationship that eased your burdens, not make life more complicated. You worry that you will stop liking each other. And you will lose the love. But deep down, you really want this to work. You want a closer, deeper relationship. There's hope: you don't have to live this way. You CAN have a great relationship. Now offering sex therapy.
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You knew that marriage was going to be hard, but this is ridiculous! It’s not supposed to be THIS hard. There’s just too much bickering, irritability, and frustration. And when you fight—all bets are off and anything goes. It takes days to recover. You wanted a relationship that eased your burdens, not make life more complicated. You worry that you will stop liking each other. And you will lose the love. But deep down, you really want this to work. You want a closer, deeper relationship. There's hope: you don't have to live this way. You CAN have a great relationship. Now offering sex therapy.
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Donna Murray
Counselor, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26508  (Online Only)
I value the client-counselor relationship and thus it is important to me that I provide my clients with a safe, caring and accepting environment.
Hello! My name is Donna Murray and I look forward to connecting with you. I’ve had the joy of working in the counseling field for over 25 years in multiple settings including: private practice, inpatient and outpatient, home-based, school-based and residential detox. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the states of Ohio, West Virginia and North Carolina and have been offering counseling services since 1996. Currently, I also serve on the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction & Prevention Professionals.
I value the client-counselor relationship and thus it is important to me that I provide my clients with a safe, caring and accepting environment.
Hello! My name is Donna Murray and I look forward to connecting with you. I’ve had the joy of working in the counseling field for over 25 years in multiple settings including: private practice, inpatient and outpatient, home-based, school-based and residential detox. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the states of Ohio, West Virginia and North Carolina and have been offering counseling services since 1996. Currently, I also serve on the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction & Prevention Professionals.
(304) 403-7450 View (304) 403-7450
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Donna Jean Borders
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, WV 966
Verified Verified
New Martinsville, WV 26155  (Online Only)
Many of us have experienced traumatic childhood events and unhealthy relationships as adults, resulting in low self confidence, and relationship avoidance.
Hello. I'm Donna Borders. I've learned that each stage and circumstance of life can bring challenges, but also opportunities for growth. Because we are all human, we need support from time to time to reflect on where we are; what we might wish to change; and how to better cope with the life issues presented to us. If you find yourself worrying a great deal, feeling less motivated, and overthinking situations, it's a perfect time to talk about it. I’m here to be your support, and offer you tools to strengthen your ability to reduce your stress response, and experience joy in every day.
Many of us have experienced traumatic childhood events and unhealthy relationships as adults, resulting in low self confidence, and relationship avoidance.
Hello. I'm Donna Borders. I've learned that each stage and circumstance of life can bring challenges, but also opportunities for growth. Because we are all human, we need support from time to time to reflect on where we are; what we might wish to change; and how to better cope with the life issues presented to us. If you find yourself worrying a great deal, feeling less motivated, and overthinking situations, it's a perfect time to talk about it. I’m here to be your support, and offer you tools to strengthen your ability to reduce your stress response, and experience joy in every day.
(740) 313-5243 View (740) 313-5243
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Kari Rusnak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BC-TMH, CGT, CMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Parkersburg, WV 26104  (Online Only)
If you are feeling overwhelmed and stressed in your relationship and need some support I can help. As a Certified Gottman Therapist using Gottman Method Couples Counseling I can assess your relationship issues and develop a simple treatment plan using evidence based interventions. Gottman Method has over 30 years of research that shows it can not only predict divorce but also improve relationship satisfaction. I am licensed to practice in Colorado (LPC, 0015986), Mississippi (LPC1921), Utah (CMHC11628287-6004), and West Virginia (LPC11628287-6004).
If you are feeling overwhelmed and stressed in your relationship and need some support I can help. As a Certified Gottman Therapist using Gottman Method Couples Counseling I can assess your relationship issues and develop a simple treatment plan using evidence based interventions. Gottman Method has over 30 years of research that shows it can not only predict divorce but also improve relationship satisfaction. I am licensed to practice in Colorado (LPC, 0015986), Mississippi (LPC1921), Utah (CMHC11628287-6004), and West Virginia (LPC11628287-6004).
(304) 245-6998 View (304) 245-6998
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Lauren Pavlic
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26505
I have completed training levels 1, 2, & 3 for Gottman Method Couples Counseling and am currently working towards becoming a Certified Gottman Therapist.
None of my clients are failures or broken because they choose to come to counseling. In fact, I believe everyone grows up learning unspoken rules about what they should and shouldn’t do as a decent human being, when in reality, there’s a lot of rules that simply need to be readjusted. If you're currently struggling with your past, present, or future, let me take some of the burden off your shoulders. I currently am scheduling individual adults, couples, and college students. I especially love to help individuals struggling with relationships issues and folks with low self-esteem/confidence.
I have completed training levels 1, 2, & 3 for Gottman Method Couples Counseling and am currently working towards becoming a Certified Gottman Therapist.
None of my clients are failures or broken because they choose to come to counseling. In fact, I believe everyone grows up learning unspoken rules about what they should and shouldn’t do as a decent human being, when in reality, there’s a lot of rules that simply need to be readjusted. If you're currently struggling with your past, present, or future, let me take some of the burden off your shoulders. I currently am scheduling individual adults, couples, and college students. I especially love to help individuals struggling with relationships issues and folks with low self-esteem/confidence.
(304) 316-6630 View (304) 316-6630
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Stillwater, LLC
Psychologist, PhD, LPC, LICSW
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26508
We offer individual, couples, family and group counseling, as well as psychological and educational assessment.
AT STILLWATER, WE PROVIDE COUNSELING, CONSULTING AND ASSESSMENT SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS AND ADULTS. It is our desire to restore, maintain and increase the health and wellbeing of individuals through evidence-based practice, integrating conventional, holistic and faith-based approaches. We strive to offer an approachable, contemplative and encouraging space; an environment supportive of the wellness and healing intrinsic to us all. Stillwater practitioners consider the intricacies of the emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual self, all essential to the vitality of the whole person.
We offer individual, couples, family and group counseling, as well as psychological and educational assessment.
AT STILLWATER, WE PROVIDE COUNSELING, CONSULTING AND ASSESSMENT SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS AND ADULTS. It is our desire to restore, maintain and increase the health and wellbeing of individuals through evidence-based practice, integrating conventional, holistic and faith-based approaches. We strive to offer an approachable, contemplative and encouraging space; an environment supportive of the wellness and healing intrinsic to us all. Stillwater practitioners consider the intricacies of the emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual self, all essential to the vitality of the whole person.
(681) 202-2141 View (681) 202-2141
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Narayan Gold
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26508
Utilizing the therapeutic relationship as well as an integrative approach of cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and systems theory I work to meet my clients in their change process and help them to gain the insight they need to move forward in their lives.
The longest journey begins with a single step and I am grateful to walk that path with you. It can be frightening and intimidating to begin the process of therapy; however, that experience can help you to make the changes that lead to a happier and more fulfilled life. Through a collaborative and safe relationship I establish with my clients, progress and change is made. Areas of practice include mood disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, men's concerns, Autism, and ADHD and cognitive functioning (including testing services). I also enjoy working with clients from adolescents to seniors.
Utilizing the therapeutic relationship as well as an integrative approach of cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and systems theory I work to meet my clients in their change process and help them to gain the insight they need to move forward in their lives.
The longest journey begins with a single step and I am grateful to walk that path with you. It can be frightening and intimidating to begin the process of therapy; however, that experience can help you to make the changes that lead to a happier and more fulfilled life. Through a collaborative and safe relationship I establish with my clients, progress and change is made. Areas of practice include mood disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, men's concerns, Autism, and ADHD and cognitive functioning (including testing services). I also enjoy working with clients from adolescents to seniors.
(304) 318-7188 View (304) 318-7188
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Morris Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26505  (Online Only)
For over 20 years, I have worked with adults, children, families and couples in helping them stay grounded, tell their stories, and heal themselves from the various traumas and difficulties of modern life.
My philosophy is simple: The mind and body is designed to heal itself, and it needs only the proper awareness and fine-tuning in order to achieve this. I use a collaborative, eclectic approach that draws from many disciplines including, but not limited to psychodynamics, attachment theory, cognitive-behavioral therapy, EMDR and other experiential modalities.
For over 20 years, I have worked with adults, children, families and couples in helping them stay grounded, tell their stories, and heal themselves from the various traumas and difficulties of modern life.
My philosophy is simple: The mind and body is designed to heal itself, and it needs only the proper awareness and fine-tuning in order to achieve this. I use a collaborative, eclectic approach that draws from many disciplines including, but not limited to psychodynamics, attachment theory, cognitive-behavioral therapy, EMDR and other experiential modalities.
(917) 472-1231 View (917) 472-1231
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Dr. Heather Sexton
Counselor, PhD, LPCC, CST, CIT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Wheeling, WV 26003
Are you in a relationship that feels like it's falling apart? Do you feel like roommates? Are you having the same argument over and over? Maybe things have been distant for a long time? Have you experienced infidelity? Do you avoid intimacy? Have you lost that spark? If you find yourself struggling in your relationship or maybe just needing some support in reconnecting, I can help.
Are you in a relationship that feels like it's falling apart? Do you feel like roommates? Are you having the same argument over and over? Maybe things have been distant for a long time? Have you experienced infidelity? Do you avoid intimacy? Have you lost that spark? If you find yourself struggling in your relationship or maybe just needing some support in reconnecting, I can help.
(740) 245-3817 View (740) 245-3817
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Living Water Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26505
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you're looking to save or improve a relationship, let me help you get started.
Hello! I'm Ophelia and I am excited you found my page. How do you respond to challenges, Stressors and failures? Challenges and Failures doesn’t mean nothing has been accomplished; there is always the opportunity to learn something. Always remember that God isn’t surprised by our stumbles. His love, grace, mercy, and forgiveness are bigger than any mess we make. God never sees any of us as failures; He only sees us as learners. We fail only when we don’t learn from each experience. The decision is up to us—we can choose to turn a failure into a hitching post or into a guidepost in our lives.
Whether you're looking to save or improve a relationship, let me help you get started.
Hello! I'm Ophelia and I am excited you found my page. How do you respond to challenges, Stressors and failures? Challenges and Failures doesn’t mean nothing has been accomplished; there is always the opportunity to learn something. Always remember that God isn’t surprised by our stumbles. His love, grace, mercy, and forgiveness are bigger than any mess we make. God never sees any of us as failures; He only sees us as learners. We fail only when we don’t learn from each experience. The decision is up to us—we can choose to turn a failure into a hitching post or into a guidepost in our lives.
(304) 337-5625 View (304) 337-5625
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Dolly Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morgantown, WV 26508
Hello there. My name is Dolly Sullivan, native of Fairmont, WV. I am the Founder, Managing Director, Clinical Social Worker & Consultant at Intentional Wellness and Consulting, LLC. I am most effective working with fellow healthcare providers, life transitions, ages 12 - 85, couples/families, Deaf & hard-of hearing communities, caregivers of family members, grief/loss including miscarriages, foster parents, those who have survived traumatic experiences & those struggling with addiction & their family members. I also do corporate consulting on improving organizational health and culture.
Hello there. My name is Dolly Sullivan, native of Fairmont, WV. I am the Founder, Managing Director, Clinical Social Worker & Consultant at Intentional Wellness and Consulting, LLC. I am most effective working with fellow healthcare providers, life transitions, ages 12 - 85, couples/families, Deaf & hard-of hearing communities, caregivers of family members, grief/loss including miscarriages, foster parents, those who have survived traumatic experiences & those struggling with addiction & their family members. I also do corporate consulting on improving organizational health and culture.
(681) 200-8608 View (681) 200-8608
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Tyler Kilbane
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wheeling, WV 26003
I offer Counseling for Individuals and Couples who are wanting to make lasting changes in their lives.
Are you struggling to cope with a major life change or trauma? Is it hard for you to find your value in yourself or in your relationships? You have the ability to put an end to old patterns, you just need the right support. If you feel like you have tried everything, but something still seems "off," now may be the time to reach out for help. This will not be a quick and temporary fix, but rather an opportunity to explore your problems, gain skills, and work toward greater stability, security, and confidence.
I offer Counseling for Individuals and Couples who are wanting to make lasting changes in their lives.
Are you struggling to cope with a major life change or trauma? Is it hard for you to find your value in yourself or in your relationships? You have the ability to put an end to old patterns, you just need the right support. If you feel like you have tried everything, but something still seems "off," now may be the time to reach out for help. This will not be a quick and temporary fix, but rather an opportunity to explore your problems, gain skills, and work toward greater stability, security, and confidence.
(740) 293-4050 View (740) 293-4050
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Anthony V Locascio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26501  (Online Only)
I look forward to building a warm, friendly and professional relationship with you as a client.
I work with clients who may be struggling with addictions or trauma as well as anxieties. During our initial sessions we will dive into the issues that are causing you to present for treatment and then collaborate on creating a plan that helps you get your life back. Most of my client see a gradual lifting of symptoms within a month and sustained improvement after that.
I look forward to building a warm, friendly and professional relationship with you as a client.
I work with clients who may be struggling with addictions or trauma as well as anxieties. During our initial sessions we will dive into the issues that are causing you to present for treatment and then collaborate on creating a plan that helps you get your life back. Most of my client see a gradual lifting of symptoms within a month and sustained improvement after that.
(681) 771-6241 View (681) 771-6241
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Kaitlin Fetty
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC, MA
Verified Verified
Morgantown, WV 26501
Kaitlin is currently a licensed professional counselor with over a decade of experience as an elementary school counselor specializing in individual and couples therapy. A particularly passionate area of interest is Sex Therapy where she bridges the medical and therapeutic worlds to address a wide range of issues including sexual pain, sexual and gender identity acceptance, past or current sexual trauma/ abuse, interpersonal relationship skills, sexual desire levels, and more. With sensitivity and expertise, she helps clients explore and resolve these intimate challenges, fostering healthier relationships and personal wellbeing.
Kaitlin is currently a licensed professional counselor with over a decade of experience as an elementary school counselor specializing in individual and couples therapy. A particularly passionate area of interest is Sex Therapy where she bridges the medical and therapeutic worlds to address a wide range of issues including sexual pain, sexual and gender identity acceptance, past or current sexual trauma/ abuse, interpersonal relationship skills, sexual desire levels, and more. With sensitivity and expertise, she helps clients explore and resolve these intimate challenges, fostering healthier relationships and personal wellbeing.
(304) 909-7308 View (304) 909-7308
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Erika Rucker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Wheeling, WV 26003  (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Erika Rucker, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Nurse. I have been a clinical therapist for over 10 years and use a holistic approach that heals the mind, body, and spirit. I focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, couples counseling, life transitions, women's health, adolescent and young adults who are struggling with the stresses of school and coming into their own uniqueness. I utilize an eclectic style of techniques as I believe that each person needs something special and unique in their healing process.
Hi, my name is Erika Rucker, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Nurse. I have been a clinical therapist for over 10 years and use a holistic approach that heals the mind, body, and spirit. I focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, couples counseling, life transitions, women's health, adolescent and young adults who are struggling with the stresses of school and coming into their own uniqueness. I utilize an eclectic style of techniques as I believe that each person needs something special and unique in their healing process.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569

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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.