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Nicole Curtis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01609
My humanistic background means that the relationship each person has with me is the back bone of the therapeutic process.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated to make changes in their life. I have experience with treating a wide arrange of mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and more. But I understand that diagnoses aren’t everything so I also work well with people who experience self-esteem challenges, trouble setting goals, social and interpersonal skills, as well as executive dysfunction.
My humanistic background means that the relationship each person has with me is the back bone of the therapeutic process.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated to make changes in their life. I have experience with treating a wide arrange of mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and more. But I understand that diagnoses aren’t everything so I also work well with people who experience self-esteem challenges, trouble setting goals, social and interpersonal skills, as well as executive dysfunction.
(508) 501-1157 View (508) 501-1157
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Jessica M Holmes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01605
For a quick response-please email me! Do you ever feel like the odds are against you? Or nothing ever goes right for you? Let's talk about how you can start living the life you want to live! Maybe it's that you have trouble finding the right partner for you. Or maybe you want to feel better about who you are. No matter the issue, together, we can make the changes necessary to improve your life. I love working with clients of all ages who are ready to make the change they've been putting off.
For a quick response-please email me! Do you ever feel like the odds are against you? Or nothing ever goes right for you? Let's talk about how you can start living the life you want to live! Maybe it's that you have trouble finding the right partner for you. Or maybe you want to feel better about who you are. No matter the issue, together, we can make the changes necessary to improve your life. I love working with clients of all ages who are ready to make the change they've been putting off.
(508) 863-4892 View (508) 863-4892
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Noemi Paciorek
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01602
I work with individuals and couples coping with life stressors, anxiety, and depression.
I create a supportive environment that facilitates healing and growth. Through our collaborative work together, I empower clients to find their best answers, and teach them the skills they need to thrive in their lives and relationships. My approach is both empathic and solution oriented. My primary focus is to help people improve their lives in the present, even when that means healing from the past. I am skilled in both traditional techniques, such as CBT, and holistic approaches, including mindfulness. This enables me to tailor my approach to meet each person’s needs and goals.
I work with individuals and couples coping with life stressors, anxiety, and depression.
I create a supportive environment that facilitates healing and growth. Through our collaborative work together, I empower clients to find their best answers, and teach them the skills they need to thrive in their lives and relationships. My approach is both empathic and solution oriented. My primary focus is to help people improve their lives in the present, even when that means healing from the past. I am skilled in both traditional techniques, such as CBT, and holistic approaches, including mindfulness. This enables me to tailor my approach to meet each person’s needs and goals.
(508) 593-4927 View (508) 593-4927
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Alyssa Brewer
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
West Boylston, MA 01583
I really enjoy working with couples and maintain a strong focus on developing healthy communication skills, increasing understanding, and building intimacy and trust. I offer judgment free, empathy and understanding and a safe space for addressing any issue or topic. I also work with individuals on a multitude of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and bereavement, as well as blended family issues.
I really enjoy working with couples and maintain a strong focus on developing healthy communication skills, increasing understanding, and building intimacy and trust. I offer judgment free, empathy and understanding and a safe space for addressing any issue or topic. I also work with individuals on a multitude of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and bereavement, as well as blended family issues.
(508) 714-7718 View (508) 714-7718
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LIKEMIND Mental Health & Wellness, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01608
At LIKEMIND, we provide: individual, couples, family, & group psychotherapy, psychological & neuropsychological evaluations, and executive functioning coaching to/for young adults.
At LIKEMIND Mental Health & Wellness, Inc. we understand that young adults today are facing challenges unique to their generation and their stage in life. That is why it is essential that they have access to services designed specifically to address and manage these challenges. The transitional milestones of young adulthood are very different than those of childhood or of adulthood. The services provided at LIKEMIND acknowledge these differences.
At LIKEMIND, we provide: individual, couples, family, & group psychotherapy, psychological & neuropsychological evaluations, and executive functioning coaching to/for young adults.
At LIKEMIND Mental Health & Wellness, Inc. we understand that young adults today are facing challenges unique to their generation and their stage in life. That is why it is essential that they have access to services designed specifically to address and manage these challenges. The transitional milestones of young adulthood are very different than those of childhood or of adulthood. The services provided at LIKEMIND acknowledge these differences.
(508) 841-3038 View (508) 841-3038
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Career and Life Direction Coach
MA
Not Verified Not Verified
Worcester, MA 01609  (Online Only)
A spiritual director, holistic counselor and professional, possessing a post master's degree certification as a holistic counselor, I view the guiding process as a collaborative relationship while honoring the client's inherent capacity for healing, wholeness and purpose.
I can help you achieve your potential despite your challenges! After an initial consultation and appropriate occupational preference assessments, we look together for those professional options where your values, interests and abilities You have the capacity to be and do more than you’ve ever imagined in your life and in your career. With my support and experienced direction, you can cultivate your core talents and your unique calling. Individual coaching is ideal if you are in career transition, seeking career counseling, or ready for life coaching to reexamine your personal direction or spiritual care at any stage and any age.
A spiritual director, holistic counselor and professional, possessing a post master's degree certification as a holistic counselor, I view the guiding process as a collaborative relationship while honoring the client's inherent capacity for healing, wholeness and purpose.
I can help you achieve your potential despite your challenges! After an initial consultation and appropriate occupational preference assessments, we look together for those professional options where your values, interests and abilities You have the capacity to be and do more than you’ve ever imagined in your life and in your career. With my support and experienced direction, you can cultivate your core talents and your unique calling. Individual coaching is ideal if you are in career transition, seeking career counseling, or ready for life coaching to reexamine your personal direction or spiritual care at any stage and any age.
(508) 591-8586 View (508) 591-8586
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Cassandra DeQuevedo
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01606
My training in Emotionally Focused Therapy can help you learn healthy relationship skills, build emotional intelligence, grow confidence, heal, and feel good in your own skin.
You’re good at so many things, but you struggle in relationships, with confidence in who you are, or managing grief. Therapy will help you tap into your natural ability for deep connection, inner strength, and healing. Perhaps in Relationships- you struggle with communication, boundaries, or you keep getting stuck in the same patterns? In Identity- you know your worth, but have trouble with your self-esteem? In Grief- you get overwhelmed, and don’t know where to start to feel better? You're ready to master relationships, heal, and be unapologetically yourself.
My training in Emotionally Focused Therapy can help you learn healthy relationship skills, build emotional intelligence, grow confidence, heal, and feel good in your own skin.
You’re good at so many things, but you struggle in relationships, with confidence in who you are, or managing grief. Therapy will help you tap into your natural ability for deep connection, inner strength, and healing. Perhaps in Relationships- you struggle with communication, boundaries, or you keep getting stuck in the same patterns? In Identity- you know your worth, but have trouble with your self-esteem? In Grief- you get overwhelmed, and don’t know where to start to feel better? You're ready to master relationships, heal, and be unapologetically yourself.
(413) 402-6436 View (413) 402-6436
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Tatiana Samara Melo
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01606
I can support you with a variety of life questions and relationship concerns to become more authentic with your true self and live a more congruent life that you desire.
Therapy is a journey of self-awareness. We have so many layers of who we are. We often have patterns of behavior that often does not serve us well. At times, we have difficulty communicating and understanding others and ourselves. We also might have expectations about ourselves and other that are not realistic. I have been working with children, adolescents, adults, elders, couples and families for 20 years. My role, as a mental health therapist, is to be at your side with your questions and exploration, as well as supporting you to create a life that can be more meaningful and content.
I can support you with a variety of life questions and relationship concerns to become more authentic with your true self and live a more congruent life that you desire.
Therapy is a journey of self-awareness. We have so many layers of who we are. We often have patterns of behavior that often does not serve us well. At times, we have difficulty communicating and understanding others and ourselves. We also might have expectations about ourselves and other that are not realistic. I have been working with children, adolescents, adults, elders, couples and families for 20 years. My role, as a mental health therapist, is to be at your side with your questions and exploration, as well as supporting you to create a life that can be more meaningful and content.
(508) 290-8656 View (508) 290-8656
Photo of Lauren Drean, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Lauren Drean
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01608  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families overcome their challenges to find their path towards healing and growth.
I am a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist with 15+ years' experience, offering a unique blend of therapies including EFT, sex therapy, and am IFS informed. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families move from feeling stuck to healing and growth, covering areas like relationships, communication, anxiety, boundaries, and more. My approach is rooted in compassion, education, and laughter and my goal is to guide clients to discover their paths to healing and progress. I hold a Master's degree from BYU and am licensed in MA and MN. I'm looking forward to working with you!
I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families overcome their challenges to find their path towards healing and growth.
I am a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist with 15+ years' experience, offering a unique blend of therapies including EFT, sex therapy, and am IFS informed. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families move from feeling stuck to healing and growth, covering areas like relationships, communication, anxiety, boundaries, and more. My approach is rooted in compassion, education, and laughter and my goal is to guide clients to discover their paths to healing and progress. I hold a Master's degree from BYU and am licensed in MA and MN. I'm looking forward to working with you!
(617) 996-7463 View (617) 996-7463
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Karen Frykholm, LCMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LCMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01608
I help couples develop internal and interpersonal processes to work through gridlock in communication and conflict, sex, affairs, parenting, health, infertility, family-of-origin, roles, loss, balancing connection & separateness, crises, vicissitudes of life.
Currently accepting new clients. Are you looking for help with persistent or acute discomforts or yearnings? Are they negatively affecting you in your progress in life? I can help you gain clarity, competence, and confidence in your processes for easing burdens, healing, and making meaningful changes both now and for your life ahead. I find that most people benefit from therapy for discerning and strengthening to meet what is given. There are effective ways to attend, that need not overwhelm.
I help couples develop internal and interpersonal processes to work through gridlock in communication and conflict, sex, affairs, parenting, health, infertility, family-of-origin, roles, loss, balancing connection & separateness, crises, vicissitudes of life.
Currently accepting new clients. Are you looking for help with persistent or acute discomforts or yearnings? Are they negatively affecting you in your progress in life? I can help you gain clarity, competence, and confidence in your processes for easing burdens, healing, and making meaningful changes both now and for your life ahead. I find that most people benefit from therapy for discerning and strengthening to meet what is given. There are effective ways to attend, that need not overwhelm.
(913) 937-8434 View (913) 937-8434
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Donna O'Brien
Counselor, PhD, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakham, MA 01068  (Online Only)
Not currently accepting new clients. I have been a psychotherapist for over 25 years, working with men, women, adolescents, couples and groups. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process between client and therapist. As a therapist I try to see the world through the eyes of my clients and accommodate the therapy to their particular needs. First we try to understand the problems that have brought the client into therapy, and we gradually put into practice ways to alleviate them. Unhappiness may take the form of depression, anxiety, panic, life change adjustment, recovery, guilt, grief, or relationship problems.
Not currently accepting new clients. I have been a psychotherapist for over 25 years, working with men, women, adolescents, couples and groups. I view psychotherapy as a collaborative process between client and therapist. As a therapist I try to see the world through the eyes of my clients and accommodate the therapy to their particular needs. First we try to understand the problems that have brought the client into therapy, and we gradually put into practice ways to alleviate them. Unhappiness may take the form of depression, anxiety, panic, life change adjustment, recovery, guilt, grief, or relationship problems.
(508) 213-5085 View (508) 213-5085
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Uniquely Empowered Counseling Services
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LADC I, CST
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01609  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating sexuality and relationship issues, substance use, anxiety, depression, ptsd, interpersonal issues, major life changes/adjustments and issues related to diversity and equality.
Life is sometimes met with challenges, disappointments, confusion, loss, betrayal and fear; these feelings, thoughts and experiences have proven difficult for us to navigate at times and thus may require professional help to find a path forward. The focus is to assist clients in developing the necessary skills to be mentally resilient, better function in relationships, explore/own sexual -self, develop a healthy sense of self and be confident with their own identities.
I specialize in treating sexuality and relationship issues, substance use, anxiety, depression, ptsd, interpersonal issues, major life changes/adjustments and issues related to diversity and equality.
Life is sometimes met with challenges, disappointments, confusion, loss, betrayal and fear; these feelings, thoughts and experiences have proven difficult for us to navigate at times and thus may require professional help to find a path forward. The focus is to assist clients in developing the necessary skills to be mentally resilient, better function in relationships, explore/own sexual -self, develop a healthy sense of self and be confident with their own identities.
(508) 348-7192 View (508) 348-7192
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Gentles Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01605
We specialize in treating children, adolescents and couples. Our initial focus is to establish a therapeutic relationship with our patients who we work with as we believe that is the foundation for effective therapy. We currently have evening appointments on a weekday in addition to weekends. We offer empathetic listening and also provide direct but therapeutic feedback and support to the individuals we work with. We strongly believe in meeting our clients where he, she or they are at and facilitating him, her or them in addressing the presenting problems.
We specialize in treating children, adolescents and couples. Our initial focus is to establish a therapeutic relationship with our patients who we work with as we believe that is the foundation for effective therapy. We currently have evening appointments on a weekday in addition to weekends. We offer empathetic listening and also provide direct but therapeutic feedback and support to the individuals we work with. We strongly believe in meeting our clients where he, she or they are at and facilitating him, her or them in addressing the presenting problems.
(774) 241-9600 View (774) 241-9600
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Karen Spinks
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01609
I counsel both individuals and couples coping with stress, anxiety and a history of trauma. LGBTQ community welcome. Stress can trigger anger and irritability or perhaps generally feeling lost, empty, isolated or disconnected. My goal for my clients is to begin by feeling less isolated and then generally more able to navigate life’s inevitable ups and downs. We will work together to improve your communication, strengthen (and heal where necessary) interpersonal relationships and devise some coping skills that will be useful moving forward. Contemplating change takes courage but all things are possible.
I counsel both individuals and couples coping with stress, anxiety and a history of trauma. LGBTQ community welcome. Stress can trigger anger and irritability or perhaps generally feeling lost, empty, isolated or disconnected. My goal for my clients is to begin by feeling less isolated and then generally more able to navigate life’s inevitable ups and downs. We will work together to improve your communication, strengthen (and heal where necessary) interpersonal relationships and devise some coping skills that will be useful moving forward. Contemplating change takes courage but all things are possible.
(781) 336-0091 View (781) 336-0091
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Pathways To Wellness Associates, LLC
Counselor, LICSW, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01605
Our specialties and populations include but are not limited to depression, Anxiety, ADHD/ADD, Conduct Disorders, Affective Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Parenting Issues, Stress Reduction, Anger Management, Adjustment Issues, and Child and Adolescent Development as well as adults, couples and marriage counseling.
Pathways To Wellness Associates, LLC assists high functioning individuals and families to recognize and achieve their full potential in a safe and supportive atmosphere. We provide the highest quality counseling services founded in theory and evidence based practices. Our licensed therapists specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency (ARC) Framework and Child and Family Therapy.
Our specialties and populations include but are not limited to depression, Anxiety, ADHD/ADD, Conduct Disorders, Affective Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Parenting Issues, Stress Reduction, Anger Management, Adjustment Issues, and Child and Adolescent Development as well as adults, couples and marriage counseling.
Pathways To Wellness Associates, LLC assists high functioning individuals and families to recognize and achieve their full potential in a safe and supportive atmosphere. We provide the highest quality counseling services founded in theory and evidence based practices. Our licensed therapists specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency (ARC) Framework and Child and Family Therapy.
(508) 928-3787 View (508) 928-3787
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Christina Cronin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01601  (Online Only)
I am an experienced practitioner with over 16 years in the clinical social work field. I enjoy working with older teens and young adults working on transitional issues as well as people of all ages struggling with mood disorders, life stressors, relationship struggles, redefining life goals or other adjustments to change. I also work with couples to enhance communication and navigate barriers to a healthy relationship. I use many CBT techniques as well as meditation and other relaxation practices to enhance sessions. I am licensed in Massachusetts and in Florida, currently offering telemedicine sessions.
I am an experienced practitioner with over 16 years in the clinical social work field. I enjoy working with older teens and young adults working on transitional issues as well as people of all ages struggling with mood disorders, life stressors, relationship struggles, redefining life goals or other adjustments to change. I also work with couples to enhance communication and navigate barriers to a healthy relationship. I use many CBT techniques as well as meditation and other relaxation practices to enhance sessions. I am licensed in Massachusetts and in Florida, currently offering telemedicine sessions.
(774) 252-9902 View (774) 252-9902
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Jenn Luke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01603
Are you finding life hard to cope with and you need to work through your concerns in a safe and empathetic environment. I can provide that and more. My name is Jenn and I have been in the social work field for 28 years. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. I specialize in helping clients coping with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, parental challenges and grief. The ideal client is coming to therapy motivated to work through their concerns, hear a different perspective and develop strategies to overcome these challenges.
Are you finding life hard to cope with and you need to work through your concerns in a safe and empathetic environment. I can provide that and more. My name is Jenn and I have been in the social work field for 28 years. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups. I specialize in helping clients coping with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, parental challenges and grief. The ideal client is coming to therapy motivated to work through their concerns, hear a different perspective and develop strategies to overcome these challenges.
(508) 625-7019 View (508) 625-7019
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Just Grow Therapy LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Worcester, MA 01603  (Online Only)
During my 10+ years in the field, I have helped individuals, couples, and families with all sorts of issues: anxiety, depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, substance misuse, and more.
When emotions and behaviors are difficult to manage, help is here at Just Grow Therapy. Looking at challenges, past hurts, patterns of behavior and reactivity is hard work and you won't be alone during this journey. Talk therapy can be helpful when sorting through these struggles and I am here to help you. I welcome you to meet with me to explore the inner workings of the struggles. You are the hero of your own story. I look forward to meeting with you soon! Best wishes, Krista
During my 10+ years in the field, I have helped individuals, couples, and families with all sorts of issues: anxiety, depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, substance misuse, and more.
When emotions and behaviors are difficult to manage, help is here at Just Grow Therapy. Looking at challenges, past hurts, patterns of behavior and reactivity is hard work and you won't be alone during this journey. Talk therapy can be helpful when sorting through these struggles and I am here to help you. I welcome you to meet with me to explore the inner workings of the struggles. You are the hero of your own story. I look forward to meeting with you soon! Best wishes, Krista
(413) 330-7774 View (413) 330-7774
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Elizabeth M Henrickson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sterling, MA 01564  (Online Only)
Accepting new patients for telehealth. Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Frustrated dealing with the day to day? There is hope and rest here as I offer compassionate person centered counseling. With all of the demands of today's world, it is difficult to be the perfect spouse, parent, employee, or child. My goal is to provide you with tools and insight so that you may live a more fulfilling, balanced and healthy life. child, adolescent, adult, and Christian counseling Treatment modalities: person centered, CBT, REBT, and mindfulness training.
Accepting new patients for telehealth. Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Frustrated dealing with the day to day? There is hope and rest here as I offer compassionate person centered counseling. With all of the demands of today's world, it is difficult to be the perfect spouse, parent, employee, or child. My goal is to provide you with tools and insight so that you may live a more fulfilling, balanced and healthy life. child, adolescent, adult, and Christian counseling Treatment modalities: person centered, CBT, REBT, and mindfulness training.
(978) 743-9976 View (978) 743-9976
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Sexual Health and Healing LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LADC-I, CSCT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Worcester, MA 01601  (Online Only)
We offer a sex positive approach to helping people with many sexual and relationship issues. We provide services for those with sexual dysfunction (problems with desire, arousal, orgasm, pain) and sexual compulsivity/infidelity. We utilize a trauma lens and support the relationship structure it may exist in. We support issues related desire, arousal, and orgasm. We help couples with desire discrepancies. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches to offer guidance and education. They are kind, compassionate, empathic, and use humor to build a connection with you so they can walk beside you on your path.
We offer a sex positive approach to helping people with many sexual and relationship issues. We provide services for those with sexual dysfunction (problems with desire, arousal, orgasm, pain) and sexual compulsivity/infidelity. We utilize a trauma lens and support the relationship structure it may exist in. We support issues related desire, arousal, and orgasm. We help couples with desire discrepancies. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches to offer guidance and education. They are kind, compassionate, empathic, and use humor to build a connection with you so they can walk beside you on your path.
(781) 676-3468 View (781) 676-3468

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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.