Marriage Counseling Therapists in Jacksonville, FL

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Jacob Hatch
Counselor, MS, MDiv, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Additionally, I am trained in PREPARE/ENRICH pre- marital counseling and offer a structured plan to meet premarital counseling needs.
Feel stuck in your relationship? Trying to connect, but communication seems to get in the way? Struggling with sadness or worry and unsure how to cope? My goal is to help individuals, couples and families focus on their strengths and what works. I can help with improving communication, resolving conflict, improving individual coping skills or focusing on ways to improve day to day living, my expertise and training focuses on helping couples improve their relationship and I can help individuals work to focus on growth by overcoming challenges in a meaningful way.
(904) 602-8934
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Jacksonville, FL 32258
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Paul D Knabb
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
If you're nervous about coming to therapy, please know that many others feel that way before the first visit. One of my most basic concerns is that you feel comfortable. Your time with me is important. I strive to put you at ease with compassion, empathy, and humor so that we can work together to best meet your needs. I enjoy working with adults who are motivated to make changes and improve their lives. Frequently my patients work on issues of anxiety, depression, marital difficulty, coping with illnesses of all types, anger, grief/loss, and stress.
(904) 584-3527
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Jacksonville, FL 32216
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Mandarin Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LCSW, LMHC, RMHI, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Mandarin Counseling is a group practice consisting of licensed social workers, licensed mental health clinicians, PhDs, and licensed marriage and family therapists. We are dedicated to providing quality, professional and compassionate mental health services. We offer a variety of treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems, play therapy, psychological testing, couples counseling, dialectical behavior therapy, solution focused and behavioral therapy. Starting 8/23/23 we are offering a DBT group for teens with our in house Certified DBT specialist. Please contact our office for more information.
(904) 406-7882
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Jacksonville, FL 32223
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Dr. Tabitha Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you facing the possibility of a marriage or relationship breakup? Do you excel in many areas of life, but have issues in your romantic relationship? Do you feel stuck, and don't know how to fix things? If you're struggling with communication, conflict resolution, infidelity, or intimacy problems, I'd love to help you get things back on track and help you experience the thriving love life you deserve. I've helped hundreds of couples headed toward divorce fall in love again and experience a successful marriage , and I'd love to help you too.
(904) 503-6256
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Jacksonville, FL 32223
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Linda Ritch
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCMHCE
Verified
Verified
Gottman Theory for Couples is a proven theory that helps build a sound relationship by learning communication skills that benefits each partner in the marriage .
I believe each individual has unique needs, and require anindividual plan. I specialize in anxiety, mood disorders, trauma issues, depression, eating disorders, relationships, and other areas. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Level 3 Trained Gottman Therapy for Couples, in addition to other treatment modalities. My goal is for each person to have a positive growth experience of change and be able to interact openly during our time together. A counselor who speaks fluent Spanish and one to work with children ages 5 to 12 will be available.
(904) 853-3016
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Jacksonville, FL 32223
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TheraFit
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Verified
Migliara is a Florida and New York Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a National and State Certified Addictions Specialist, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
At TheraFit we help our clients learn to Live Well. Live Free. Live MentalFit. Through our services and programs, you will experience the GAINS (Growth mindset, Accept your authentic self, Invest time in you, Never give up, Success awaits) you have been searching for to live a life you deserve. TheraFit offers Individual, Couples and Marriage Counseling , Performance Coaching, an Intensive MentalFit Program, and Leadership Trainings and Seminars to businesses. Contact us today to learn more and start the next chapter of your journey today!
(904) 769-5426
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Jacksonville, FL 32257
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Michele Nicole Bradford
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Verified
The journey of healing at times requires support, sacred listening, and gentle guidance. Michele specializes in working with adults who are experiencing the challenging effects of grief, trauma, increased stress & anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, and Identity issues. Michele has been supporting individuals therapeutically for 20 years. She has a Bachelor’s in Psychology, a dual Master’s in Marriage & Family Therapy and School Counseling, as well as a certification in Spiritual Counseling & Companioning.
(904) 775-7892
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Jacksonville, FL 32209
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Richard E. Nay
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I have worked extensively with both individual clients, as well as couples. I specialize in helping clients with the following issues: affective disorders (e.g., depression), anxiety problems, and marital issues. I frequently work with helping clients to rapidly resolve trauma issues, including childhood abuse. I also work with with stress issues, health psychology, and sleep problems. The full range of psychological testing, including intelligence and personality testing, is also available. Many of my clients are self-pay (to avoid insurance hassles), but I do accept Medicare, Tricare, and some PPO plans.
(904) 404-5215
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Jacksonville, FL 32223
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Lisa Angel, Counseling/Supervision LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, BS, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a Marriage & Family Therapist, however, my qualifications and education allow me to widen my scope of treatment.
Going to talk to somebody about relationships, emotions, and feelings can be new territory for some. It’s hard to share our most private thoughts and experiences with people we don’t know. However, it’s often easier to share with those people that are objective and aren’t in your inner circle like a therapist. Life has gotten even more complex with Covid bringing an increase in fear, stress, anxiety, grief, and suicide. I can offer you 20+ years of experience in multiple areas and modalities of therapy. I’d be happy to chat with you for a few moments to answer any of your questions and to listen to see how I may be of help to you
(904) 572-7112
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Jacksonville, FL 32223
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Philemon Ministry Of Counseling Academy
Pastoral Counselor, PhD
I help individuals from a Christ Centered Therapy Model, addressing the body, soul, and spiritual factors from the science of psychology integrated with theology to treat chronic disorders, marriage problems, premarital initiatives, human development, gender dysphoria, sexual addiction, alcohol addiction, drug addiction, sexual abuse, conflict factors.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor and Board Certified as a Temperament Specialist and Clinical Supervisor by the National Christian Counselors Association. In addition, I'm Supreme Court Certified County, Family, and Circuit-Civil Mediator and Court appointed Child Custody Evaluator; Certified Thinking for a Change Facilitator. Also, I facilitate and provides counseling and coping mechanism, and adjustments techniques to the reentry individuals transitioning from jails and prisons as well as helping their family members with the life adjustments and understanding chronic disorders, pharmacological regimens and management.
(904) 344-0689
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Jacksonville, FL 32219
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Dr. Juanita Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Dr. Juanita Bruno is a bilingual (English, Creole) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 17 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing difficulties in their life related to phase of life changes, transitional phases, trauma, anxiety, relational issues, women's issues, and more. Dr. Bruno has also worked with family members and their support systems regarding substance abuse and recovery processes.
(904) 320-1627
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Jacksonville, FL 32257
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Michelle Barker Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MCAP, ICRCADC
Verified
Verified
Although I am new to Marriage and Family Therapy, I have worked as a counselor in the field of addiction for over 7 years working with clients who battled addiction along with other issues such as relationship issues, communication challenges, abuse (emotional, psychological, physical, and sexual), trauma, depression, and grief.
Are you new to therapy? Not sure if it works or if you even want to try it out? These are some of the questions that may have brought you to Psychology Today. A therapist should be someone you can speak open and honestly to about concerns. As a child who experienced parents within the prison system, single parenting, divorce, and living in a low socio-economic status, I have much personal experience with dealing with obstacles life has thrown at me. With both life experiences and years of substance abuse counseling, relating to my clients with empathy and sympathy comes naturally.
(904) 310-1594
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Jacksonville, FL 32217
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Allison Teger
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Specialties include Marriage & Family Therapy, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression.
At times individuals or couples struggle with personal issues that may leave you feeling confused, frustrated, powerless, or unsure of what steps to take next. I believe that therapists and clients work together to figure out the best solution to your problems. My job is to provide a safe and caring environment where I foster your ability to find new solutions. I have been working in the mental health field since 1997. I work with couples, individuals, families, and teenagers.
(904) 637-1122
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Jacksonville, FL 32216
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Abi Abraham
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RMHCI
Verified
Verified
I use Symbis for pre- marital counseling and the Gottman method for couples.
Currently accepting new clients via onsite and telehealth. After spending almost 20 years in corporate America coaching and assessing employees, I worked towards becoming a mental health clinician to help those in need. I assess each new client and they are given an individualized treatment plan. I actively help my clients learn and apply coping skills for their own personal needs. We all face difficult and demanding situations throughout our life that impact us all differently. I provide a safe place for you to share, heal, and grow.
(904) 395-4772
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Jacksonville, FL 32223
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Carol L Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
There sometimes comes a season in life when an individual, couple or family experience a "stuck point". In times like these it helps to know that you are not alone and you do have choices. One choice is to enlist the help of a caring professional to work with you in establishing therapeutic goals to help you move through such difficult times with confidence. I bring 30 + years of experience in providing therapeutic interventions using: Family Systems Therapy, Marriage Therapy, and a variety of individual therapeutic strategies with adults to assist you in finding answers that make sense to you.
(904) 290-1920
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Jacksonville, FL 32216
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Kelly Lane K Stevens
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with Discovery Mental Health Services located around the Northside of Jacksonville, Florida. My education and professional background in both the mind and the body gives me a unique and effective approach to counseling. I focus on empowering and helping individuals, couples and families overcome personal obstacles, utilizing evidenced based, best-practice methods.
(904) 295-1369
Jacksonville, FL 32218
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Moss Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and work with individuals, couples, families and groups, ages 12 years and older.
My goal as a therapist is to find solutions that work for you on an individual basis, helping you to discover the true potential of your life. There may be no magic button or quick-fix solution when it comes to changing things from the past that have been difficult. What we can do is work together to find understanding and resolution in the difficult areas of your life and in the challenges you have to face. Through various techniques and approaches that have proven results, we’ll be able to identify the behaviors and thoughts that might be holding you back from living your best life, and finding meaning in your everyday life.
(904) 329-7866
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Jacksonville, FL 32223
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Dr. Steve Barsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LCSW, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My specialties are: 1) individual psychotherapy; 2) marital /couples/family therapy (I am specifically licensed in Marital and Family Therapy); and 3) mental health evaluations.
My ideal patient is you. You, who is uncomfortable in your own skin. Your tired of feeling the way you do now. You are struggling emotionally, you feel hampered by sadness, worry, anxiety, irritability, trauma, insecurity. You don't feel like you. You can't derive enough pleasure out of your relationships or your work. You feel like you are letting others down. You sabotage opportunities. You may have a previous diagnosis or an addiction of some sort, or a depression, or social anxiety or Asperger's regardless, together we can improve the quality of your life. If if you are ready to change you are my ideal patient.
(904) 712-2679
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Jacksonville, FL 32217
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Dr. Justin D'Arienzo
Psychologist, PsyD, MS, ABPP
Verified
Verified
Specializing in individual psychotherapy, exposure therapy for phobias, life coaching, couples, marriage , infidelity, and premarital counseling, psychotherapy; assessment of adolescents and adults; parenting coordination; social investigation & custody evaluations reviews; forensic evaluations.
Forensic and Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, Relationship, & Addiction Expert, licensed in FL, TX, & AZ. Offering virtual services but will travel to offer specialized face-to-face extended services. When you make the decision to change, finding a competent professional with the right training and experience matters. I work with patients & couples seeking significant lifestyle changes. I will be with you each step of the way, providing you with the highest quality of care. Featured on TikTok & Instagram at dr.justindarienzo, TLC's My Strange Addiction, Lifetime's Killer Kids, ID's Twisted Sister, & Oprah's TD Jakes's Show.
(904) 715-4521
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Jacksonville, FL 32217
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Sabrina Rensink
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
After staying home with my children and helping my husband start an IT training business, I decided to pursue my passion for helping people by becoming a counselor. I completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Mental Health Counseling. I am currently enrolled at Colorado Christian University, working to obtain a Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. If you’re struggling in life or in your relationships, I would love to walk alongside you in your journey. I welcome you to come as you are and I will offer empathy and compassion. I look forward to working with you.
(904) 842-3963 x2954
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Jacksonville, FL 32258
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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.