Marriage Counseling Therapists in 33119

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K. D. Ferrari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33119  (Online Only)
I'm Dr. Kate Ferrari and am here to assist you with difficulties you may be encountering in your life through a compassionate, non-judgmental approach. Regardless of the problems you are experiencing, my goal is to provide support, work with you to set goals for your future and develop tools to reach them. I believe in a holistic perspective to mental well-being, and am a proponent of neurodiversity, who will help you on your personal path towards the life you would like to live. Please note that all services are provided virtually and are tailored to fit your individual needs.
I'm Dr. Kate Ferrari and am here to assist you with difficulties you may be encountering in your life through a compassionate, non-judgmental approach. Regardless of the problems you are experiencing, my goal is to provide support, work with you to set goals for your future and develop tools to reach them. I believe in a holistic perspective to mental well-being, and am a proponent of neurodiversity, who will help you on your personal path towards the life you would like to live. Please note that all services are provided virtually and are tailored to fit your individual needs.
(305) 575-2458 View (305) 575-2458
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Dr. Asher Lipner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33119
“I want to grow up to have a sex addiction," said nobody ever... But that is the challenge many people face. As a therapist with 20+ years of experience and certified as a Sexual Recovery Therapist, I can help you. If you’re struggling with sex addiction yourself - I can help you quit your behavior and stop feeling like you’re living a double life and get your life back on track. If you are the partner of someone who is struggling - I can help you process your confusion and heal from the trauma of betrayal. Clients feel good about working through this tough subject with me because:
“I want to grow up to have a sex addiction," said nobody ever... But that is the challenge many people face. As a therapist with 20+ years of experience and certified as a Sexual Recovery Therapist, I can help you. If you’re struggling with sex addiction yourself - I can help you quit your behavior and stop feeling like you’re living a double life and get your life back on track. If you are the partner of someone who is struggling - I can help you process your confusion and heal from the trauma of betrayal. Clients feel good about working through this tough subject with me because:
(609) 806-5549 View (609) 806-5549
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Morningstar Counseling LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33119
My ideal clients are individuals who are not just seeking change, but are genuinely committed to the transformative process. They come with a readiness to work, displaying openness to feedback and a willingness to engage in self-reflection. These individuals are driven by a profound desire to make concrete changes in their lives, acknowledging that they currently find themselves feeling stuck. Their struggles encompass a yearning for more fulfilling relationships and a stronger sense of identity. These clients recognize that there is untapped potential within them and are eager to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth.
My ideal clients are individuals who are not just seeking change, but are genuinely committed to the transformative process. They come with a readiness to work, displaying openness to feedback and a willingness to engage in self-reflection. These individuals are driven by a profound desire to make concrete changes in their lives, acknowledging that they currently find themselves feeling stuck. Their struggles encompass a yearning for more fulfilling relationships and a stronger sense of identity. These clients recognize that there is untapped potential within them and are eager to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth.
(786) 692-6427 View (786) 692-6427
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.