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Stefanie C Barthmare
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
I get why my marriage ended and now I'm finally putting the pieces back together.
Are you ready for therapy? If you're frustrated, feeling alone in the struggle and interested in understanding more about the patterns that have kept you (and your relationship) stuck, it’s time. Therapy with me will help you get started on the path to making real, lasting changes. While taking the first step to meet a psychotherapist can be difficult, your relationships and mental health are worth it. I can offer you the kind of support, guidance and gentle feedback that may be useful, no matter the challenge. Let's take the next step together. I'm looking forward to meeting you. Virtual teletherapy is done using Zoom.
I get why my marriage ended and now I'm finally putting the pieces back together.
Are you ready for therapy? If you're frustrated, feeling alone in the struggle and interested in understanding more about the patterns that have kept you (and your relationship) stuck, it’s time. Therapy with me will help you get started on the path to making real, lasting changes. While taking the first step to meet a psychotherapist can be difficult, your relationships and mental health are worth it. I can offer you the kind of support, guidance and gentle feedback that may be useful, no matter the challenge. Let's take the next step together. I'm looking forward to meeting you. Virtual teletherapy is done using Zoom.
(281) 823-8215 View (281) 823-8215
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Stephanie Rose Frey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAMFC, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Approved Supervisor based in Houston, Texas. I am also licensed in the state of Virginia. I provide Telehealth/virtual sessions for Virginia residents. It is my desire to provide a safe environment where individuals are able to grow through the process of counseling. I have my Masters degree in Marriage and Family Counseling and focus my practice on individual adults, couples, and families. I am also trained in basic EMDR (Eye Movement Sensitization and Reprocessing).
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Approved Supervisor based in Houston, Texas. I am also licensed in the state of Virginia. I provide Telehealth/virtual sessions for Virginia residents. It is my desire to provide a safe environment where individuals are able to grow through the process of counseling. I have my Masters degree in Marriage and Family Counseling and focus my practice on individual adults, couples, and families. I am also trained in basic EMDR (Eye Movement Sensitization and Reprocessing).
(281) 557-6936 View (281) 557-6936
The Center for PEACE, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S, LSOTP, LCDCI, LBSWIPR
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
Searching for PEACE?... We Have It. Imagine having the guidance to access Inner Peace, support for resolve and courage to embrace change. The Center for PEACE, PLLC will assist those desiring psychotherapy processing trauma, anxiety, depression, marital discord, addiction, play therapy and gender identify support. Our approach is to aid you through the journey of healing, mindfulness, insight and more importantly, peace. Let's us know when you are ready. We are here for you.
Searching for PEACE?... We Have It. Imagine having the guidance to access Inner Peace, support for resolve and courage to embrace change. The Center for PEACE, PLLC will assist those desiring psychotherapy processing trauma, anxiety, depression, marital discord, addiction, play therapy and gender identify support. Our approach is to aid you through the journey of healing, mindfulness, insight and more importantly, peace. Let's us know when you are ready. We are here for you.
(281) 816-4219 View (281) 816-4219
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Estefania Ballesteros
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Sex Therapist. I have extensive experience working with couples who struggle with assertive communication in their relationship and wish to learn new and healthier ways to interact. I also specialize in working with clients facing sexual/intimacy issues such as sexless marriages, low libido, and sexual shame. At my practice, I offer premarital counseling and work with clients that deal with anxiety, depression, adjustment to life transitions, stress management, grief, and loss. My clients report noticing improvement in their challenges after 4-6 sessions.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Sex Therapist. I have extensive experience working with couples who struggle with assertive communication in their relationship and wish to learn new and healthier ways to interact. I also specialize in working with clients facing sexual/intimacy issues such as sexless marriages, low libido, and sexual shame. At my practice, I offer premarital counseling and work with clients that deal with anxiety, depression, adjustment to life transitions, stress management, grief, and loss. My clients report noticing improvement in their challenges after 4-6 sessions.
(346) 708-5984 View (346) 708-5984
Photo of Theresa Flanagan, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 77005, TX
Theresa Flanagan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
I have been in practice for twenty five years. I love what I do ; I have a passion for the healing of marriages,trauma, depression, anxiety. I am commited to working with/beside my clients as they seek to move forward in their lives. For marriage counseling, I offer larger blocks of time to allow for each indivual to be fully heard. Within these blocks of time for marriage counseling ,we address such issues as; accumulated resentments, past hurts, childhood wounds that are affecting the present day adult relationship, and resolving conflict in a kind, respectful way.
I have been in practice for twenty five years. I love what I do ; I have a passion for the healing of marriages,trauma, depression, anxiety. I am commited to working with/beside my clients as they seek to move forward in their lives. For marriage counseling, I offer larger blocks of time to allow for each indivual to be fully heard. Within these blocks of time for marriage counseling ,we address such issues as; accumulated resentments, past hurts, childhood wounds that are affecting the present day adult relationship, and resolving conflict in a kind, respectful way.
(713) 669-0373 View (713) 669-0373
Photo of Angela A Koreth, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Angela A Koreth
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
I strive to help others live a happy, healthy, successful life and cope when it can get difficult. If you have an addiction, troubles in a relationship or marriage, need help with increasing effective parenting, lack confidence in your self-worth, are tired of feeling a vast range of emotions, cannot get motivated or reach higher school/work performance, I am here to work with you; and together, we can work towards achieving your goals. For over 15 years, I've been a professional counselor and enjoy helping children, young adults, adults, families, and couples through a therapeutic style that is non-judgmental yet straightforward.
I strive to help others live a happy, healthy, successful life and cope when it can get difficult. If you have an addiction, troubles in a relationship or marriage, need help with increasing effective parenting, lack confidence in your self-worth, are tired of feeling a vast range of emotions, cannot get motivated or reach higher school/work performance, I am here to work with you; and together, we can work towards achieving your goals. For over 15 years, I've been a professional counselor and enjoy helping children, young adults, adults, families, and couples through a therapeutic style that is non-judgmental yet straightforward.
(833) 766-5032 View (833) 766-5032
Photo of Angelina H Rodriguez, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Angelina H Rodriguez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-ATS, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
Has your life not been going the way you planned? Perhaps the Covid-19 pandemic created new problems or dragged up unresolved issues. You may have spent countless hours on social media searching for relief for your loneliness, sadness, anger, shame and anxiety only to realize how easy it is to be influenced by false profiles, false information and alternative versions of reality. Even if you are not alone, perhaps you are feeling isolated because you are struggling in your marriage or other relationships and are wishing that you had better communication, emotional connection and intimacy. There is a way out of your pain and sufferin
Has your life not been going the way you planned? Perhaps the Covid-19 pandemic created new problems or dragged up unresolved issues. You may have spent countless hours on social media searching for relief for your loneliness, sadness, anger, shame and anxiety only to realize how easy it is to be influenced by false profiles, false information and alternative versions of reality. Even if you are not alone, perhaps you are feeling isolated because you are struggling in your marriage or other relationships and are wishing that you had better communication, emotional connection and intimacy. There is a way out of your pain and sufferin
(713) 338-9047 View (713) 338-9047
Photo of Emily Jamea, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Emily Jamea
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LMFT, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
With a PhD in Clinical Sexology, a license in marriage therapy, and advanced training in the treatment of trauma and hypnosis, I am equipped to guide you on a path towards relationship and sexual fulfillment.
Do you feel stuck in your relationship? Do you miss the sense of aliveness you once felt? Perhaps you’re having difficulty overcoming various sexual challenges. Does performance anxiety, frustration with your orgasm, or sexual pain stop you from fully experiencing pleasure? Has it caused tension within your relationship? Maybe you’ve read books, articles, or even consulted with your doctor, but nothing works. You’re not alone. I’ve built my career, one which I feel so passionately about, around helping people just like you.
With a PhD in Clinical Sexology, a license in marriage therapy, and advanced training in the treatment of trauma and hypnosis, I am equipped to guide you on a path towards relationship and sexual fulfillment.
Do you feel stuck in your relationship? Do you miss the sense of aliveness you once felt? Perhaps you’re having difficulty overcoming various sexual challenges. Does performance anxiety, frustration with your orgasm, or sexual pain stop you from fully experiencing pleasure? Has it caused tension within your relationship? Maybe you’ve read books, articles, or even consulted with your doctor, but nothing works. You’re not alone. I’ve built my career, one which I feel so passionately about, around helping people just like you.
(713) 636-5316 View (713) 636-5316
Photo of Barbie Atkinson, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Barbie Atkinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
You are feeling tired, restless, antsy, empty, confused, and wanting to sort out the *stuff* in your head and heart. You want to find your footing in your family, or your marriage, or your parenting and yourself. You are done with doing things the same ol' way. You are reading these profiles asking yourself "who will hear me", "who will get me", or "who can I tell my story to?" I have good news, you are the expert of your own life and with that, you and I create a partnership and it is the foundation of our therapeutic alliance.
You are feeling tired, restless, antsy, empty, confused, and wanting to sort out the *stuff* in your head and heart. You want to find your footing in your family, or your marriage, or your parenting and yourself. You are done with doing things the same ol' way. You are reading these profiles asking yourself "who will hear me", "who will get me", or "who can I tell my story to?" I have good news, you are the expert of your own life and with that, you and I create a partnership and it is the foundation of our therapeutic alliance.
(281) 819-5793 View (281) 819-5793
Photo of Amy Fuller PhD, Marriage & Family Therapist in 77005, TX
Amy Fuller PhD
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
I have the honor of walking alongside brave and courageous individuals and couples as they strive to become better than they are, overcome what they feel overwhelmed by, become who they dare dream of becoming, and love beyond themselves through the transformative power of love and forgiveness. I hold both a doctorate and masters degree in marriage and family therapy and have a private marriage and family therapy practice in Houston Texas specializing in marriage and sex therapy, trauma and depression. I also serve as the clinical director for a non-profit counseling organization providing affordable therapy to the community.
I have the honor of walking alongside brave and courageous individuals and couples as they strive to become better than they are, overcome what they feel overwhelmed by, become who they dare dream of becoming, and love beyond themselves through the transformative power of love and forgiveness. I hold both a doctorate and masters degree in marriage and family therapy and have a private marriage and family therapy practice in Houston Texas specializing in marriage and sex therapy, trauma and depression. I also serve as the clinical director for a non-profit counseling organization providing affordable therapy to the community.
(281) 915-2853 View (281) 915-2853
Photo of Daphne Goolsbee, Marriage & Family Therapist in 77005, TX
Daphne Goolsbee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
Are you and your partner wanting to lay the foundation for a fulfilling marriage? Maybe you’re wanting to do things differently than you experienced growing up or you’re finding yourselves caught in cycles of conflict or miscommunication that you want to work through before committing to a life together. Perhaps you’d like to do some work personally in order to be the best future spouse possible. Ultimately, you want to create healthy communication patterns, understand yourself and your partner on a deeper level, and process important questions now as a way of investing in the health of your future marriage, home, and family.
Are you and your partner wanting to lay the foundation for a fulfilling marriage? Maybe you’re wanting to do things differently than you experienced growing up or you’re finding yourselves caught in cycles of conflict or miscommunication that you want to work through before committing to a life together. Perhaps you’d like to do some work personally in order to be the best future spouse possible. Ultimately, you want to create healthy communication patterns, understand yourself and your partner on a deeper level, and process important questions now as a way of investing in the health of your future marriage, home, and family.
(281) 623-1914 View (281) 623-1914
Photo of Renee Trimble, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Renee Trimble
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
As a member of the National Registry of Family Friendly Therapists, I am committed to helping you have a happy and successful marriage.
During my own personal journey in seeking a therapist, I found it difficult to connect with a counselor in whom I felt safe to tell my most personal concerns. Finding the right help didn't come easy. So, after 25 years in the medical profession, I answered a heart felt calling to provide the counseling I had long searched for. Even with all of the wonderful theories I learned and now practice, the most important element in counseling is the trust relationship between the therapist and the client. My goal is to make your therapeutic experience a meaningful connection with someone who truly cares.
As a member of the National Registry of Family Friendly Therapists, I am committed to helping you have a happy and successful marriage.
During my own personal journey in seeking a therapist, I found it difficult to connect with a counselor in whom I felt safe to tell my most personal concerns. Finding the right help didn't come easy. So, after 25 years in the medical profession, I answered a heart felt calling to provide the counseling I had long searched for. Even with all of the wonderful theories I learned and now practice, the most important element in counseling is the trust relationship between the therapist and the client. My goal is to make your therapeutic experience a meaningful connection with someone who truly cares.
(713) 574-5113 View (713) 574-5113
Photo of Kati Randell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 77005, TX
Kati Randell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005  (Online Only)
Marriage and Couples Counseling available. Do you struggle with challenging behavior patterns? Are you fighting against low self-esteem and unhealthy boundaries? Having difficulty identifying with your relationships or healing from trauma. Individual and couples therapy is a positive way to prioritize time to focus on issues and personal growth. You may have been feeling a mixture of doing the best with what you had and feeling completely overwhelmed. But now you are looking for support in addressing your problems head-on, making long-standing changes, and doing the work involved in therapy.
Marriage and Couples Counseling available. Do you struggle with challenging behavior patterns? Are you fighting against low self-esteem and unhealthy boundaries? Having difficulty identifying with your relationships or healing from trauma. Individual and couples therapy is a positive way to prioritize time to focus on issues and personal growth. You may have been feeling a mixture of doing the best with what you had and feeling completely overwhelmed. But now you are looking for support in addressing your problems head-on, making long-standing changes, and doing the work involved in therapy.
(281) 957-8718 View (281) 957-8718
Photo of Patience Simms, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Patience Simms
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT-A, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
I am a both a marriage/family therapist as well as an individual therapist.
My goal is to create an environment for my clients where change and healing can happen. Many of my clients come to me because nothing else has worked and they're ready to give up. Whether I am working with a a couple trying to stay married or considering divorce or an adolescent struggling with self harm, I believe clients can surpass coping, heal from trauma and thrive. And, I believe that challenging marriages can grow into healthy connected relationships.
I am a both a marriage/family therapist as well as an individual therapist.
My goal is to create an environment for my clients where change and healing can happen. Many of my clients come to me because nothing else has worked and they're ready to give up. Whether I am working with a a couple trying to stay married or considering divorce or an adolescent struggling with self harm, I believe clients can surpass coping, heal from trauma and thrive. And, I believe that challenging marriages can grow into healthy connected relationships.
(713) 903-2764 View (713) 903-2764
Photo of Christy Mellen, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Christy Mellen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
West University Place, TX 77005  (Online Only)
It is easy to feel lost or overwhelmed in today's world. If you are facing difficult issues at home, work or in your personal life I can provide you with the support you need to effectively evaluate these challenges. Therapy can help you address many types of issues including depression, anxiety, conflict, grief, stress management, body-image issues, and general life transitions, such as marriage, divorce or parenting teenagers. Although you cannot change painful situations from the past, we can work together to resolve difficulties in your life today.
It is easy to feel lost or overwhelmed in today's world. If you are facing difficult issues at home, work or in your personal life I can provide you with the support you need to effectively evaluate these challenges. Therapy can help you address many types of issues including depression, anxiety, conflict, grief, stress management, body-image issues, and general life transitions, such as marriage, divorce or parenting teenagers. Although you cannot change painful situations from the past, we can work together to resolve difficulties in your life today.
(409) 899-4600 View (409) 899-4600
Photo of Jennifer Murphy Hall, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Jennifer Murphy Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAMFC, LPC, S
Verified Verified
Suffering is a real thing in this world, such things as grief, depression, addiction, social skills, communication, parenting, dating, marriage, identify and other issues that can cripple a person. I offer professionally competent Biblically sound counseling for those that may be struggling and I know that reaching out for help is hard and telling your story to someone you don't even know can be scary and I completely understand that. I want to encourage you to take a step in faith and ask for help. Time will me will be safe, confidential and filled with purpose.
Suffering is a real thing in this world, such things as grief, depression, addiction, social skills, communication, parenting, dating, marriage, identify and other issues that can cripple a person. I offer professionally competent Biblically sound counseling for those that may be struggling and I know that reaching out for help is hard and telling your story to someone you don't even know can be scary and I completely understand that. I want to encourage you to take a step in faith and ask for help. Time will me will be safe, confidential and filled with purpose.
(281) 572-8987 View (281) 572-8987
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Jyl Scott Reagan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMFT-S, LPC-S, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
Are you feeling unhappy with your life and wishing things would change for the better? Maybe your marriage or love relationship is in trouble and you are repeating the same old patterns - trust issues, anger or feeling distant. Or the source of worry could be problems in the family. Life itself can give you a big roadblock like a deep loss or a career challenge. Have you gotten to the point where the things you have tried haven't helped enough? And talking to even trusted friends has limits. You don't have to be trapped by worry and discouragement. You can have healthier relationships and a happier life.
Are you feeling unhappy with your life and wishing things would change for the better? Maybe your marriage or love relationship is in trouble and you are repeating the same old patterns - trust issues, anger or feeling distant. Or the source of worry could be problems in the family. Life itself can give you a big roadblock like a deep loss or a career challenge. Have you gotten to the point where the things you have tried haven't helped enough? And talking to even trusted friends has limits. You don't have to be trapped by worry and discouragement. You can have healthier relationships and a happier life.
(281) 870-2572 View (281) 870-2572
Photo of Kathy Pardue, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Kathy Pardue
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
I work with honest clients needing help to restore a damaged marriage, relationship, or get thru grief over loss of a loved one. Women need encouragement in life stage changes and abuse or other unavoidable suffering. Parents also seek help for their teens in anxiety/depression over peers, loneliness, goals, and academics.
I work with honest clients needing help to restore a damaged marriage, relationship, or get thru grief over loss of a loved one. Women need encouragement in life stage changes and abuse or other unavoidable suffering. Parents also seek help for their teens in anxiety/depression over peers, loneliness, goals, and academics.
(979) 279-8427 View (979) 279-8427
Photo of Louisa Bonner Hernandez, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Louisa Bonner Hernandez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77005
Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to manage the challenges and transitions in your life? Your challenges may be depression or anxiety, trauma history, relationship conflict, family/parent-child conflict, family of origin issues, health issues, caregiver stress, work/life imbalance, or a loved one with a mental illness; your transitions might be marriage, divorce, blended families, changing life stages of you/your children, aging parents, grief/loss, illness, graduation/career change, or job loss. I'd like to help you develop better coping skills, and build on the strengths and resources you already have.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to manage the challenges and transitions in your life? Your challenges may be depression or anxiety, trauma history, relationship conflict, family/parent-child conflict, family of origin issues, health issues, caregiver stress, work/life imbalance, or a loved one with a mental illness; your transitions might be marriage, divorce, blended families, changing life stages of you/your children, aging parents, grief/loss, illness, graduation/career change, or job loss. I'd like to help you develop better coping skills, and build on the strengths and resources you already have.
(281) 815-4556 View (281) 815-4556
Photo of Tamra White Truman, Licensed Professional Counselor in 77005, TX
Tamra White Truman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
Tamra White, Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor. I have been in individual practice for 18 years. I specialize in several areas of human behavior, including depression, anxiety, marriage/family, as well as LGBTQ + issues. My client focus encompasses family issues, anxiety, depression, adolescent concerns, as well as the LGBTQ + community.
Tamra White, Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor. I have been in individual practice for 18 years. I specialize in several areas of human behavior, including depression, anxiety, marriage/family, as well as LGBTQ + issues. My client focus encompasses family issues, anxiety, depression, adolescent concerns, as well as the LGBTQ + community.
(281) 215-5474 View (281) 215-5474
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.