Couples Counseling Therapists in Polk County, FL
Are you dealing with overwhelming or racing thoughts, low self-esteem, sadness, relational issues with a loved one or spouse, or adjusting to new life changes
When working with a therapist, in terms of your relationship, it is important to have a therapist with the education and knowledge base to help bridge families and couples together. My goal is to help teach families and couples the tools needed to be able to navigate difficult times and help build stronger foundations for your relationships.
Are you dealing with overwhelming or racing thoughts, low self-esteem, sadness, relational issues with a loved one or spouse, or adjusting to new life changes
When working with a therapist, in terms of your relationship, it is important to have a therapist with the education and knowledge base to help bridge families and couples together. My goal is to help teach families and couples the tools needed to be able to navigate difficult times and help build stronger foundations for your relationships.
This may lead to feelings of disconnection in your relationships, becoming uninterested in activities that once brought you joy, and a loss of confidence in groundedness you once felt.
It's time to come back to yourself. I want to assist you in caring for your mind, body, and spirit. Using holistic therapeutic techniques, together we can bring balance to what currently feels like chaos. I am here as a guide to provide a pathway in building a life that feels authentic to you.
This may lead to feelings of disconnection in your relationships, becoming uninterested in activities that once brought you joy, and a loss of confidence in groundedness you once felt.
It's time to come back to yourself. I want to assist you in caring for your mind, body, and spirit. Using holistic therapeutic techniques, together we can bring balance to what currently feels like chaos. I am here as a guide to provide a pathway in building a life that feels authentic to you.
Better Together Marriage and Family Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
6 Endorsed
Lakeland, FL 33803
Relationships are a full time job and can be overwhelming yet so worth it.
Life is short, let's work together to fulfill your best life.
Relationships are a full time job and can be overwhelming yet so worth it.
Life is short, let's work together to fulfill your best life.
I am a Licensed Couples & Family Therapist, working with individuals, couples, and families to address a range of concerns.
I am a first-generation South Asian American of Indian descent, fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi. As an open and free-spirited person, I genuinely enjoy working with people from all walks of life. My therapeutic approach is flexible and tailored to each client’s unique needs. I draw from solution focused and and cross-generational therapy.
I am a Licensed Couples & Family Therapist, working with individuals, couples, and families to address a range of concerns.
I am a first-generation South Asian American of Indian descent, fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi. As an open and free-spirited person, I genuinely enjoy working with people from all walks of life. My therapeutic approach is flexible and tailored to each client’s unique needs. I draw from solution focused and and cross-generational therapy.
I would love to walk alongside with you on your journey to better mental health, greater relationships and healthy coping.
For those seeking Christian counseling, I am able to merge evidence-based modalities with faith-based principles, scripture and prayer at my clients' request. I specialize in working with youth ages 8 and older, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I provide tailored sessions that meet the unique needs of each individual client.
I would love to walk alongside with you on your journey to better mental health, greater relationships and healthy coping.
For those seeking Christian counseling, I am able to merge evidence-based modalities with faith-based principles, scripture and prayer at my clients' request. I specialize in working with youth ages 8 and older, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I provide tailored sessions that meet the unique needs of each individual client.
I am NOW accepting new clients as of 02/05/2026! Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or are struggling with family issues? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida with over twenty-five years of professional work experience and specialize in working with adults and senior individuals. It is my passion to provide counseling for older adults in need of anxiety and depression, coping with medical issues, struggling to communicate with family members, adult children, or experiencing grief. I work with individuals and family members to provide a safe and uplifting environment in which my clients can heal, grow, and thrive.
I am NOW accepting new clients as of 02/05/2026! Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or are struggling with family issues? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida with over twenty-five years of professional work experience and specialize in working with adults and senior individuals. It is my passion to provide counseling for older adults in need of anxiety and depression, coping with medical issues, struggling to communicate with family members, adult children, or experiencing grief. I work with individuals and family members to provide a safe and uplifting environment in which my clients can heal, grow, and thrive.
In addition to my work with children, I also work with individuals to help them overcome life’s challenges and help build healthier relationships.
I have experience working with military personnel and their families. As a former member of the military myself, I understand the unique challenges that come with serving in the armed forces, and I offer support to help children and individuals manage the stress and transitions that can arise from military life.
In addition to my work with children, I also work with individuals to help them overcome life’s challenges and help build healthier relationships.
I have experience working with military personnel and their families. As a former member of the military myself, I understand the unique challenges that come with serving in the armed forces, and I offer support to help children and individuals manage the stress and transitions that can arise from military life.
I work with individuals, adolescents, and couples, specializing in anxiety, stress, depression, and life-stage transitions.
I am able to counsel in areas of anxiety/stress; depression/grief, work challenges; parent-child conflict; transitions in life; alcohol/substance recovery support for someone struggling and support for family members; LGBTQ+ exploration, and family support.
I work with individuals, adolescents, and couples, specializing in anxiety, stress, depression, and life-stage transitions.
I am able to counsel in areas of anxiety/stress; depression/grief, work challenges; parent-child conflict; transitions in life; alcohol/substance recovery support for someone struggling and support for family members; LGBTQ+ exploration, and family support.
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.
It’s a privilege to create a safe space, and walk alongside individuals and couples on their journey toward healing, growth, and renewed hope.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has worked both in the school system and privately for over 20 years. I work with individuals, couples, children and their families.
It’s a privilege to create a safe space, and walk alongside individuals and couples on their journey toward healing, growth, and renewed hope.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has worked both in the school system and privately for over 20 years. I work with individuals, couples, children and their families.
My first step in working with a person or couples is to help them express the goal(s) they wish to achieve in seeking counseling and then work with them to either discover the skills within themselves or help them develop these skills to reach these goals and live fulfilled lives.
I am a clinical fellow of American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and some of my specialty areas include: Substance Addiction/Abuse - Certified DUI Treatment Provider in Polk County; Conduct Court-Ordered Drug Evaluations and Domestic Violence Evaluations; Marital Issues (Including communication and infidelity); Depression/Anxiety; and Spiritual Issues
My first step in working with a person or couples is to help them express the goal(s) they wish to achieve in seeking counseling and then work with them to either discover the skills within themselves or help them develop these skills to reach these goals and live fulfilled lives.
I am a clinical fellow of American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and some of my specialty areas include: Substance Addiction/Abuse - Certified DUI Treatment Provider in Polk County; Conduct Court-Ordered Drug Evaluations and Domestic Violence Evaluations; Marital Issues (Including communication and infidelity); Depression/Anxiety; and Spiritual Issues
You are feeling like you have lost control over your life. You look around and it seems as if your choices are being made for you. When you try to go after what you want, you feel defeated before you can even take the first step. It does not have to be this way.
You are feeling like you have lost control over your life. You look around and it seems as if your choices are being made for you. When you try to go after what you want, you feel defeated before you can even take the first step. It does not have to be this way.
I currently work with couples, individuals and families to treat depression, anxiety, improve social skills, build positive family relationships, and reduce symptoms of trauma and PTSD.
If you want to feel better about your life, I am confident that I can help. I genuinely care about the well-being of others, and like to see people live happy successful lives. Over the past 10 years I have worked with children, adults, and families, and I have witnessed many positive outcomes. I use evidence based therapy interventions and track changes in people's moods and behaviors to monitor whether therapy is helping, and changes are being made.
I currently work with couples, individuals and families to treat depression, anxiety, improve social skills, build positive family relationships, and reduce symptoms of trauma and PTSD.
If you want to feel better about your life, I am confident that I can help. I genuinely care about the well-being of others, and like to see people live happy successful lives. Over the past 10 years I have worked with children, adults, and families, and I have witnessed many positive outcomes. I use evidence based therapy interventions and track changes in people's moods and behaviors to monitor whether therapy is helping, and changes are being made.
Hi, my name is Brooke Kremm. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is skilled in counseling and therapy, providing powerful crisis intervention, and advocating for clients to ensure they receive the care they need. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who may be dealing with challenges in life as a whole and adults who are impacted by a traumatic event/events. This often may look like anxiety, stress, depression, and fear. I help clients navigate these emotions and to build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and to develop a more positive outlook on life.
Hi, my name is Brooke Kremm. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is skilled in counseling and therapy, providing powerful crisis intervention, and advocating for clients to ensure they receive the care they need. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for adults who may be dealing with challenges in life as a whole and adults who are impacted by a traumatic event/events. This often may look like anxiety, stress, depression, and fear. I help clients navigate these emotions and to build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and to develop a more positive outlook on life.
I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns that don’t feel like you, or trying to hold everything together while feeling disconnected inside. Life transitions, stress, or past experiences can make it hard to feel grounded or clear about what you need. You don’t have to do this alone. I provide a supportive space where you can explore what’s going on beneath the surface and begin moving toward greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.
I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns that don’t feel like you, or trying to hold everything together while feeling disconnected inside. Life transitions, stress, or past experiences can make it hard to feel grounded or clear about what you need. You don’t have to do this alone. I provide a supportive space where you can explore what’s going on beneath the surface and begin moving toward greater clarity, confidence, and emotional balance.
My ideal clients value relationships and seek to improve them, whether as couples facing communication problems, conflicts, or infidelity, or as individuals struggling with self esteem, sexual concerns, or emotional wounds.
I work with couples, affair recovery, sexual issues, pregnancy, and postpartum support for couples or individuals. I offer a non-judgmental space for healing and growth using evidence-based approaches like Gottman, CBT, EFT, and mindfulness. My focus is on personalized, collaborative care for individuals and couples.
My ideal clients value relationships and seek to improve them, whether as couples facing communication problems, conflicts, or infidelity, or as individuals struggling with self esteem, sexual concerns, or emotional wounds.
I work with couples, affair recovery, sexual issues, pregnancy, and postpartum support for couples or individuals. I offer a non-judgmental space for healing and growth using evidence-based approaches like Gottman, CBT, EFT, and mindfulness. My focus is on personalized, collaborative care for individuals and couples.
I am a sex educator / sex therapist and work with individuals and couples dealing with many challenges: including relationship conflicts, issues with intimacy and sex, marriage counseling.
Most of the time the hardest part of change is the decision to do something different. There are times when we need some help to bring focus, clarity, and peace to our lives. At Purple Heart Counseling, I utilize a mindfulness and introspective approach to help identify your thoughts and feelings. We can focus on your goals and strive towards you living a more optimal and healthy life.
I am a sex educator / sex therapist and work with individuals and couples dealing with many challenges: including relationship conflicts, issues with intimacy and sex, marriage counseling.
Most of the time the hardest part of change is the decision to do something different. There are times when we need some help to bring focus, clarity, and peace to our lives. At Purple Heart Counseling, I utilize a mindfulness and introspective approach to help identify your thoughts and feelings. We can focus on your goals and strive towards you living a more optimal and healthy life.
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.
At this stage of my life and career, I am drawn to working with individuals and couples who feel stuck - stuck in their thoughts, their emotions, their relationships or the direction of their lives.
With my life experience and professional training, I bring decades of lived experience, navigating relationships, loss, change, parenting, identity, and the complexities that come with being human. My approach to counseling is rooted in a values-based psychodynamic style of therapy that honors each client's unique story.
At this stage of my life and career, I am drawn to working with individuals and couples who feel stuck - stuck in their thoughts, their emotions, their relationships or the direction of their lives.
With my life experience and professional training, I bring decades of lived experience, navigating relationships, loss, change, parenting, identity, and the complexities that come with being human. My approach to counseling is rooted in a values-based psychodynamic style of therapy that honors each client's unique story.
Gabrielle Rospierski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Lakeland, FL 33815
Waitlist for new clients
EMDR therapy is my main specialty, but I also work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with addiction, life transitions, relationship issues, and a multitude of other concerns.
Having the willingness to bring yourself into the counseling room and sharing your deepest hurts with a stranger can be extremely difficult. Coming in with the openness and desire to get better without knowing how it is all going to work takes a lot of courage. A desire to get better is where it starts, the next step is showing up and allowing yourself to be vulnerable. I know it's scary, but you won't be walking this road alone. My job is to stand alongside you and help guide the steps to healing.
EMDR therapy is my main specialty, but I also work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with addiction, life transitions, relationship issues, and a multitude of other concerns.
Having the willingness to bring yourself into the counseling room and sharing your deepest hurts with a stranger can be extremely difficult. Coming in with the openness and desire to get better without knowing how it is all going to work takes a lot of courage. A desire to get better is where it starts, the next step is showing up and allowing yourself to be vulnerable. I know it's scary, but you won't be walking this road alone. My job is to stand alongside you and help guide the steps to healing.
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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.


