Couples Counseling Therapists in Polk County, FL
As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with culturally, economically, and ethnically diverse individuals, families, couples, and groups from all walks of life.
My specialties include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and bereavement, with populations including Individual, child/adolescent, couples counseling, and marital/family conflict, as well as unique training and insight into issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community.
As a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with culturally, economically, and ethnically diverse individuals, families, couples, and groups from all walks of life.
My specialties include anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and bereavement, with populations including Individual, child/adolescent, couples counseling, and marital/family conflict, as well as unique training and insight into issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community.
Tonya D Samuels
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33801
I specialize in individuals, couples, and families.
Working as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist is more than a profession or career choice for me. I recognize this as a true calling. I believe that most people want to live their "best possible life". They just need someone to join them on their life journey to help them become the best possible version of themselves. There is hope for every seemingly hopeless situation. Many times individuals just need a space to feel heard. I would love the opportunity to walk along with you as you discover there is hope and resources available to help you reach your personal goals.
I specialize in individuals, couples, and families.
Working as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist is more than a profession or career choice for me. I recognize this as a true calling. I believe that most people want to live their "best possible life". They just need someone to join them on their life journey to help them become the best possible version of themselves. There is hope for every seemingly hopeless situation. Many times individuals just need a space to feel heard. I would love the opportunity to walk along with you as you discover there is hope and resources available to help you reach your personal goals.
I enjoy working with couples, helping them find their path back to each other, and embracing who they are as individuals.
During the intake process, I will ask about the events and experiences that have brought you to this point. These insights are crucial in framing our work together and understanding where you are in your healing process. I approach therapy with empathy and an open mind, including mindfulness and coping skills in each session.
I enjoy working with couples, helping them find their path back to each other, and embracing who they are as individuals.
During the intake process, I will ask about the events and experiences that have brought you to this point. These insights are crucial in framing our work together and understanding where you are in your healing process. I approach therapy with empathy and an open mind, including mindfulness and coping skills in each session.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, LGBTQ+-related issues, relationship issues, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, & trauma and abuse.
I incorporate Mind-Body Medicine techniques in therapy to help release stored trauma if clients feel these techniques are useful. My reason for entering the field of Mental Health counseling is because I wanted to become the person, I needed but didn't have when I was young.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, LGBTQ+-related issues, relationship issues, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, & trauma and abuse.
I incorporate Mind-Body Medicine techniques in therapy to help release stored trauma if clients feel these techniques are useful. My reason for entering the field of Mental Health counseling is because I wanted to become the person, I needed but didn't have when I was young.
Nadia C Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Davenport, FL 33837
I am extremely passionate about providing a safe, non-judgmental environment to adults, families, and couples who are seeking to improve their mental health by committing to goals to promote their mental wellbeing.
I practice a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to assist individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, schizophrenia, and various day-to-day issues.
I am extremely passionate about providing a safe, non-judgmental environment to adults, families, and couples who are seeking to improve their mental health by committing to goals to promote their mental wellbeing.
I practice a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to assist individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, schizophrenia, and various day-to-day issues.
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-confidence or grief, we are here to help.
I believe that your mental health journey should be a holistic one, encompassing your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. I will work with you to identify any underlying issues and help you develop coping strategies that align with biblical principles and values.
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-confidence or grief, we are here to help.
I believe that your mental health journey should be a holistic one, encompassing your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. I will work with you to identify any underlying issues and help you develop coping strategies that align with biblical principles and values.
We warmly welcome individuals, couples, and families seeking support and guidance.
Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches like internal family systems, exposure-response prevention, CBT, and DBT-informed therapy. We provide an environment that is comfortable, empathic, and non-judgmental to support your work. Since therapy isn't one-size-fits-all, we'll work collaboratively with you to create a plan tailored to your unique needs.
We warmly welcome individuals, couples, and families seeking support and guidance.
Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches like internal family systems, exposure-response prevention, CBT, and DBT-informed therapy. We provide an environment that is comfortable, empathic, and non-judgmental to support your work. Since therapy isn't one-size-fits-all, we'll work collaboratively with you to create a plan tailored to your unique needs.
For couples, I conduct an extensive assessment identifying the Strengths and Growth areas of the relationship.
One afternoon I told my wife that after another tour, I would be leaving the U.S. Coast Guard for a very different career. Serving my country and the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard is one of the greatest honors and privileges of my life. After serving for nine years I knew that directly assisting and serving people is the life-giving work of my heart. I became a Social Worker and therapist because it is my greatest joy and pleasure to support you as you unify all your strengths and gifts to release your Faith, Hope, and Love into society.
For couples, I conduct an extensive assessment identifying the Strengths and Growth areas of the relationship.
One afternoon I told my wife that after another tour, I would be leaving the U.S. Coast Guard for a very different career. Serving my country and the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard is one of the greatest honors and privileges of my life. After serving for nine years I knew that directly assisting and serving people is the life-giving work of my heart. I became a Social Worker and therapist because it is my greatest joy and pleasure to support you as you unify all your strengths and gifts to release your Faith, Hope, and Love into society.
For the last six years, I’ve had the privilege of providing mental health, academic, career, and relational counseling for children, teenagers, adults, and couples.
My therapeutic style leans towards a person-centered approach where I meet my clients where they are in a empathic and non-judgmental manner. I tend to also use various counseling techniques in order to assist clients with meeting their personal goals.
For the last six years, I’ve had the privilege of providing mental health, academic, career, and relational counseling for children, teenagers, adults, and couples.
My therapeutic style leans towards a person-centered approach where I meet my clients where they are in a empathic and non-judgmental manner. I tend to also use various counseling techniques in order to assist clients with meeting their personal goals.
I utilize a mindfulness based approach applying deep breathing relaxation exercises to help you develop a strong relationship with yourself and others that affect your personal and professional life.
My main goal is to offer an environment where you feel relaxed and respected. This will make it easier for us to openly and honestly communicate with each other and to get to "the heart of the manner”. I started this journey due to multiple diagnoses in my family and am grateful for the opportunity to help people reach their desired goals.
I utilize a mindfulness based approach applying deep breathing relaxation exercises to help you develop a strong relationship with yourself and others that affect your personal and professional life.
My main goal is to offer an environment where you feel relaxed and respected. This will make it easier for us to openly and honestly communicate with each other and to get to "the heart of the manner”. I started this journey due to multiple diagnoses in my family and am grateful for the opportunity to help people reach their desired goals.
For couples, I use Prepare/Enrich and Gottman Method to improve communication and strengthen connections.
If you're struggling with self-doubt, anger, grief, or depression, it can feel overwhelming. Maybe you're stuck in patterns of people-pleasing or finding it hard to set boundaries. These things can take a toll on your confidence and sense of control. It’s okay to feel lost or frustrated. In a supportive space, you can explore what’s going on, understand your emotions better, and work on setting boundaries that help you feel more balanced. Taking small steps toward change is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone.
For couples, I use Prepare/Enrich and Gottman Method to improve communication and strengthen connections.
If you're struggling with self-doubt, anger, grief, or depression, it can feel overwhelming. Maybe you're stuck in patterns of people-pleasing or finding it hard to set boundaries. These things can take a toll on your confidence and sense of control. It’s okay to feel lost or frustrated. In a supportive space, you can explore what’s going on, understand your emotions better, and work on setting boundaries that help you feel more balanced. Taking small steps toward change is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone.
Meet Our Couples Counseling Therapists
I specialize in working with youth ages 8 and older, adolescents, adults, families and couples.
If you're ready to make positive changes, process trauma and achieve greater quality of life, you’re in the right place. I would love to walk alongside with you on your journey to better mental health, greater relationships and healthy coping. We all face hardships, but we have the choice to redirect the pain and learn how to be renewed and transformed even amidst our trials.
I specialize in working with youth ages 8 and older, adolescents, adults, families and couples.
If you're ready to make positive changes, process trauma and achieve greater quality of life, you’re in the right place. I would love to walk alongside with you on your journey to better mental health, greater relationships and healthy coping. We all face hardships, but we have the choice to redirect the pain and learn how to be renewed and transformed even amidst our trials.
My area of expertise is working with individuals and couples who are struggling with sexual orientation, gender identity and open relationships.
Beginning the therapy journey can be difficult and finding the right therapist for yourself is important. Therapy allows us the space to process our difficulties, to talk through difficult decisions and figure out the path that you are wanting to take. I believe human connection is what leads to the most success in therapy and finding that right person can feel overwhelming. I would be honored to help you to achieve the goals that you have set for counseling.
My area of expertise is working with individuals and couples who are struggling with sexual orientation, gender identity and open relationships.
Beginning the therapy journey can be difficult and finding the right therapist for yourself is important. Therapy allows us the space to process our difficulties, to talk through difficult decisions and figure out the path that you are wanting to take. I believe human connection is what leads to the most success in therapy and finding that right person can feel overwhelming. I would be honored to help you to achieve the goals that you have set for counseling.
To do that, I partner with the client to assist them in learning and implementing strategies and coping skills that can assist in getting them to a better feeling place.
The goal for each client is to help them recognize their potential and ability to work through any conflict(s) they may have. Their challenge may be with a family member or spouse, a job, a phase of life challenge, or an internal conflict. Whatever it is, I am here to help you get to the other side and arrive at the desired resolution.
To do that, I partner with the client to assist them in learning and implementing strategies and coping skills that can assist in getting them to a better feeling place.
The goal for each client is to help them recognize their potential and ability to work through any conflict(s) they may have. Their challenge may be with a family member or spouse, a job, a phase of life challenge, or an internal conflict. Whatever it is, I am here to help you get to the other side and arrive at the desired resolution.
In over 20 years of work with individuals and couples, and as a supervisor of other therapists, I have gained experience in working with problems including motivation and attention issues, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, procrastination, addictions and relationship problems.
My preferred therapeutic model includes person-centered approaches while using evidence-based techniques to promote desired outcomes through one's journey of exploring their personal goals and values. Support is available for adolescents, and adults who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, behavior problems, and parenting concerns.
In over 20 years of work with individuals and couples, and as a supervisor of other therapists, I have gained experience in working with problems including motivation and attention issues, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, procrastination, addictions and relationship problems.
My preferred therapeutic model includes person-centered approaches while using evidence-based techniques to promote desired outcomes through one's journey of exploring their personal goals and values. Support is available for adolescents, and adults who experience anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, ADHD, behavior problems, and parenting concerns.
Cue Counseling Center
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RMHCI, MC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33815
I work with individuals, couples, and families.
Are you experiencing life changes, issues within your relationships, or suffering from anxiety and depression? Life is too short to let trauma control us or be stressed/ angry all the time. I want you to be free of emotional pain, able to deal with life on life’s terms, and find purpose and meaning in work, family, friendships, and all other life areas. We can all overcome challenges and rise above them, but sometimes, we need guidance. Allow me to help you on your journey of healing and self-discovery.
I work with individuals, couples, and families.
Are you experiencing life changes, issues within your relationships, or suffering from anxiety and depression? Life is too short to let trauma control us or be stressed/ angry all the time. I want you to be free of emotional pain, able to deal with life on life’s terms, and find purpose and meaning in work, family, friendships, and all other life areas. We can all overcome challenges and rise above them, but sometimes, we need guidance. Allow me to help you on your journey of healing and self-discovery.
I specialize in CBT, Trauma Focused CBT and Couples Gottman.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS - NIGHTS AND WEEKENDS AVAILABLE - First responders, ER staff, military, anyone who has a high-stress position understands the toll it takes on your personal life, family, and overall well-being. Finding balance can be difficult but it is possible.
I specialize in CBT, Trauma Focused CBT and Couples Gottman.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS - NIGHTS AND WEEKENDS AVAILABLE - First responders, ER staff, military, anyone who has a high-stress position understands the toll it takes on your personal life, family, and overall well-being. Finding balance can be difficult but it is possible.
I have over twenty years of experience counseling clients of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief/loss and relationship difficulties.
Life in today’s world is a challenge for all of us at times. Knowing that we are not alone when we face these challenging circumstances can certainly help us access the courage it takes to navigate them more effectively. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor, my passion is to provide clients a safe place to focus on their journey toward growth and healing.
I have over twenty years of experience counseling clients of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief/loss and relationship difficulties.
Life in today’s world is a challenge for all of us at times. Knowing that we are not alone when we face these challenging circumstances can certainly help us access the courage it takes to navigate them more effectively. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor, my passion is to provide clients a safe place to focus on their journey toward growth and healing.
I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s many challenges.
My approach to therapy is caring and nonjudgmental — rooted in empathy, authenticity, and a deep respect for your journey. My therapeutic style draws from evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Gestalt Therapy. I incorporate faith-based counseling for those who desire a spiritual perspective.
I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s many challenges.
My approach to therapy is caring and nonjudgmental — rooted in empathy, authenticity, and a deep respect for your journey. My therapeutic style draws from evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Gestalt Therapy. I incorporate faith-based counseling for those who desire a spiritual perspective.
Primary population is adolescents, teens and adults, couples, group, I currently offer therapy on various issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar/ D/O, PTSD, Trauma issues, Alcohol and Substances disorders.
Ruby D Counseling Services, LLC As your therapist it is my responsibility to identify the appropriate treatment options & preferences appropriate for each client in order to provide an environment that is safe, nonjudgmental, confidential, and supportive to the clients therapeutic needs. Ruby offers treatment that is honest, caring ,and supportive, and provides accountability. Hours by appointment. Evening and weekend appointments available. Please call for a phone consult to see if I am a good fit for your counseling needs today.
Primary population is adolescents, teens and adults, couples, group, I currently offer therapy on various issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar/ D/O, PTSD, Trauma issues, Alcohol and Substances disorders.
Ruby D Counseling Services, LLC As your therapist it is my responsibility to identify the appropriate treatment options & preferences appropriate for each client in order to provide an environment that is safe, nonjudgmental, confidential, and supportive to the clients therapeutic needs. Ruby offers treatment that is honest, caring ,and supportive, and provides accountability. Hours by appointment. Evening and weekend appointments available. Please call for a phone consult to see if I am a good fit for your counseling needs today.
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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.