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Elizabeth Dikibo
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079  (Online Only)
I also guide premarital couples as they explore expectations, build healthy habits, and establish a strong marital foundation.
You’re exhausted and worn out from the daily tasks of life, your relationships, and the emotions that feel all too heavy right now. You find yourself losing track of time, endlessly scrolling through the internet just to take your mind off things. You crave connection with those around you, but you feel like you would be a burden to those closest to you. On the inside, you battle with thoughts of all the ways that you do not measure up, and the feeling of never being good enough. You worry if people really want to love and know you for you. The feelings of anxiety, loneliness, depression, and stress feel closest to you.
I also guide premarital couples as they explore expectations, build healthy habits, and establish a strong marital foundation.
You’re exhausted and worn out from the daily tasks of life, your relationships, and the emotions that feel all too heavy right now. You find yourself losing track of time, endlessly scrolling through the internet just to take your mind off things. You crave connection with those around you, but you feel like you would be a burden to those closest to you. On the inside, you battle with thoughts of all the ways that you do not measure up, and the feeling of never being good enough. You worry if people really want to love and know you for you. The feelings of anxiety, loneliness, depression, and stress feel closest to you.
(281) 688-9927 View (281) 688-9927
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Marisha Copeland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CAMS II
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079  (Online Only)
My work focuses on assisting adults, both young and seasoned, in coping with life's challenges & rough patches, transitions & adjustments, marriage & relationship issues, family dysfunction, trauma, and anxiety.
The most gratifying aspect of my work is when I'm able to witness your attainment of a true sense of mental wellness and emotional stability, a state where you feel confident in your ability to face and cope effectively with your life challenges. I strive to create a supportive, caring, and nonjudgemental environment where you'll feel safe to thoroughly explore your concerns. As you progress through the therapeutic process, you'll gain awareness and insight into to your underlying core issues, witness your own personal growth, and feel empowered to bring about the changes that you desire.
My work focuses on assisting adults, both young and seasoned, in coping with life's challenges & rough patches, transitions & adjustments, marriage & relationship issues, family dysfunction, trauma, and anxiety.
The most gratifying aspect of my work is when I'm able to witness your attainment of a true sense of mental wellness and emotional stability, a state where you feel confident in your ability to face and cope effectively with your life challenges. I strive to create a supportive, caring, and nonjudgemental environment where you'll feel safe to thoroughly explore your concerns. As you progress through the therapeutic process, you'll gain awareness and insight into to your underlying core issues, witness your own personal growth, and feel empowered to bring about the changes that you desire.
(832) 572-3488 View (832) 572-3488
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Isabelle A. Chalalet
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77079
Is it easy? No! That's why you need a professional who specializes in couple and marriage counseling.
You may feel stuck right now; you may think it's over. That's normal you've been trying very long with poor results. That's courage! Don't let the conflict, the fighting, the infidelity, etc. dictate the future of your couple.
Is it easy? No! That's why you need a professional who specializes in couple and marriage counseling.
You may feel stuck right now; you may think it's over. That's normal you've been trying very long with poor results. That's courage! Don't let the conflict, the fighting, the infidelity, etc. dictate the future of your couple.
(346) 483-2134 View (346) 483-2134
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Elizabeth Forman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA,, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77079
Life can be hard on a good day and sometimes when things become too difficult, I'm here to help. I offer my client a multitude of personal experience along with a degree in Marriage and Family therapy. I believe that each client deserves to feel safe and the opportunity to express any and all issues they may be struggling with in their life. I believe that every individual deserves the chance to get assistance with their mental health. I will work with my clients to help them achieve their therapy goals.
Life can be hard on a good day and sometimes when things become too difficult, I'm here to help. I offer my client a multitude of personal experience along with a degree in Marriage and Family therapy. I believe that each client deserves to feel safe and the opportunity to express any and all issues they may be struggling with in their life. I believe that every individual deserves the chance to get assistance with their mental health. I will work with my clients to help them achieve their therapy goals.
(832) 662-4194 View (832) 662-4194
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Samantha S Salazar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
I'm experienced with individuals ages 8 years and older, teens & adults, and couples as part of pre-marital counseling or during the midst of relationship difficulties.
I enjoy working with clients interested in exploring ways to improve their relationship with themselves and others. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, or are looking to heal from past experiences and create the life you want, I believe that together we can help you find a new perspective, build skills and resiliency, and live your best life.
I'm experienced with individuals ages 8 years and older, teens & adults, and couples as part of pre-marital counseling or during the midst of relationship difficulties.
I enjoy working with clients interested in exploring ways to improve their relationship with themselves and others. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, or are looking to heal from past experiences and create the life you want, I believe that together we can help you find a new perspective, build skills and resiliency, and live your best life.
(832) 532-6534 View (832) 532-6534
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Sandra J. Glover
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
Are you experiencing unwanted feelings or undesirable behaviors or habits? Would you like to get a better handle or gain control over depression, anxiety, mood changes, frustration, and/or anger? Or do you have a desire to learn how to establish or repair relationships? My desire is to help you learn how to address these things. I have worked with individuals who experienced dysfunction in their marriage, in relationships and within the family. My work with you will focus on helping you discover effective coping skills that will permit you to achieve the peace, strength, and comfort that you desire in your life.
Are you experiencing unwanted feelings or undesirable behaviors or habits? Would you like to get a better handle or gain control over depression, anxiety, mood changes, frustration, and/or anger? Or do you have a desire to learn how to establish or repair relationships? My desire is to help you learn how to address these things. I have worked with individuals who experienced dysfunction in their marriage, in relationships and within the family. My work with you will focus on helping you discover effective coping skills that will permit you to achieve the peace, strength, and comfort that you desire in your life.
(281) 843-9381 View (281) 843-9381
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Sandra Florez Bilingual Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
Now Accepting New Clients! Are you feeling anxious, worried or depressed? Are you struggling with traumatic memories, low-self esteem, low self-confidence, problems in your relationships, or need improvements in your social and communication skills? I would love to work with you! I enjoy working with individuals who are ready to make positive changes in their life, and who are open to grow and heal! I also offer Christian Counseling to individuals who want to incorporate their Christian faith in their healing process. Call me for a Free Brief consultation or to make an appointment!
Now Accepting New Clients! Are you feeling anxious, worried or depressed? Are you struggling with traumatic memories, low-self esteem, low self-confidence, problems in your relationships, or need improvements in your social and communication skills? I would love to work with you! I enjoy working with individuals who are ready to make positive changes in their life, and who are open to grow and heal! I also offer Christian Counseling to individuals who want to incorporate their Christian faith in their healing process. Call me for a Free Brief consultation or to make an appointment!
(281) 643-0039 View (281) 643-0039
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Acura Blaylock
Licensed Professional Counselor, BA, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079  (Online Only)
First time in therapy? I'd be happy to walk with you on your journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate interested in safety, genuine connections, and supporting others. My goal is to create a sense of awareness and acceptance throughout this process. I look at the client as a whole and establish goals that fit into your life. I encourage healthy communication patterns, facilitate a safe space for processing, and guide you toward meaning and purpose.
First time in therapy? I'd be happy to walk with you on your journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate interested in safety, genuine connections, and supporting others. My goal is to create a sense of awareness and acceptance throughout this process. I look at the client as a whole and establish goals that fit into your life. I encourage healthy communication patterns, facilitate a safe space for processing, and guide you toward meaning and purpose.
(469) 649-7072 View (469) 649-7072
Joshua Robert Sachs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
Real, lasting change can be difficult to come by. It can seem elusive and out of reach for so many of us as we wrestle with the confusion and difficulties of life. I work with client's from all walks of life with the common goal of seeking change, gaining beneficial insight, and a moving towards a style of life marked by resilience, meaning, and joy.
Real, lasting change can be difficult to come by. It can seem elusive and out of reach for so many of us as we wrestle with the confusion and difficulties of life. I work with client's from all walks of life with the common goal of seeking change, gaining beneficial insight, and a moving towards a style of life marked by resilience, meaning, and joy.
(832) 793-9833 View (832) 793-9833
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Efrain Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
I have been a therapist in the community for over 23 years. I focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and use other therapeutic interventions, as needed, for my clients. I have developed a focus on mental health and substance use disorders. The ages I work with is between 9 yrs old on up for individual, couples and family therapy. I am available in person and also through telehealth. I have a passion for helping people through their difficult times. I speak Spanish. Accepting new clients. No waitlist. Let me know how I can help. I am in-network with most insurance companies.
I have been a therapist in the community for over 23 years. I focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and use other therapeutic interventions, as needed, for my clients. I have developed a focus on mental health and substance use disorders. The ages I work with is between 9 yrs old on up for individual, couples and family therapy. I am available in person and also through telehealth. I have a passion for helping people through their difficult times. I speak Spanish. Accepting new clients. No waitlist. Let me know how I can help. I am in-network with most insurance companies.
(281) 843-4084 View (281) 843-4084
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Lacey Liedtke Brunner
LPC Intern, LPC-A, LMFT-A, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
My mission is to walk alongside children, teens, and adults as you make sense of your feelings and experiences. I use a holistic approach that comprises a bio-psycho-social-spiritual perspective. Simply put, I focus on your physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. I recognize that we as human beings are complex and multidimensional, and various factors contribute to our overall functioning and quality of life. Together, we will explore how these factors affect you.
My mission is to walk alongside children, teens, and adults as you make sense of your feelings and experiences. I use a holistic approach that comprises a bio-psycho-social-spiritual perspective. Simply put, I focus on your physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. I recognize that we as human beings are complex and multidimensional, and various factors contribute to our overall functioning and quality of life. Together, we will explore how these factors affect you.
(832) 536-5188 View (832) 536-5188
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Olalekan Oloyede
LPC Associate, MA, LPC-A, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77079  (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to find hope, or seeking a safe space to process your emotions? You're not alone. I'm here to listen, support, and guide you toward healing and growth. With extensive experience working with diverse populations and ages. I specialize in helping individuals overcome mental and emotional challenges, including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, anger management, relationship issues, faith integration and multicultural counseling. As a research-oriented therapist, I understand the courage it takes to seek help. That's why I'm dedicated to creating a non-judgmental and empathetic therapeutic space.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to find hope, or seeking a safe space to process your emotions? You're not alone. I'm here to listen, support, and guide you toward healing and growth. With extensive experience working with diverse populations and ages. I specialize in helping individuals overcome mental and emotional challenges, including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, anger management, relationship issues, faith integration and multicultural counseling. As a research-oriented therapist, I understand the courage it takes to seek help. That's why I'm dedicated to creating a non-judgmental and empathetic therapeutic space.
(832) 621-4041 View (832) 621-4041
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Doreatha L. Page Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A, NCC, T-LHMC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
Working with me, you will always lead the way, with my support. Do you desire a life full of positive emotions! Working with me you will be exposed to experiencing pleasure and learning skills to build and maintain positive emotions and positive engagement in life tasks that derive meaning and value from life. Are you open to exploring your automatic thought processes. Work with me to gain understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and spend some time exploring your automatic thoughts.
Working with me, you will always lead the way, with my support. Do you desire a life full of positive emotions! Working with me you will be exposed to experiencing pleasure and learning skills to build and maintain positive emotions and positive engagement in life tasks that derive meaning and value from life. Are you open to exploring your automatic thought processes. Work with me to gain understanding of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and spend some time exploring your automatic thoughts.
(832) 838-7992 View (832) 838-7992
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Brent Dyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
Specializing in trauma, sexual abuse, men’s issues, and PTSD, I work with adults, couples, and adolescents. I have a passion to see people find hope and healing. It is important for you as the client to know that I am for you and with you every step of the way. Imagine you have a tool belt with various tools to help you navigate life…counseling is simply the process of helping you add additional tools to your belt so you know how to handle anything that may come your way.
Specializing in trauma, sexual abuse, men’s issues, and PTSD, I work with adults, couples, and adolescents. I have a passion to see people find hope and healing. It is important for you as the client to know that I am for you and with you every step of the way. Imagine you have a tool belt with various tools to help you navigate life…counseling is simply the process of helping you add additional tools to your belt so you know how to handle anything that may come your way.
(713) 365-0700 View (713) 365-0700
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Klerede Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, BA, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
My passion is bringing hope and healing to those who feel like life has given them the impossible. I assist my clients, which include children, adults, and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves, draw power from their pain and strengthen their relationships, so, they can be reassured of their own courage.
My passion is bringing hope and healing to those who feel like life has given them the impossible. I assist my clients, which include children, adults, and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves, draw power from their pain and strengthen their relationships, so, they can be reassured of their own courage.
(281) 519-2835 View (281) 519-2835
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Danielle Gorrity
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77079
My passion is helping children, teens, and families learn healthy and effective ways to communicate feelings. I believe in utilizing a trauma-informed lens and that fostering a safe space is foundational to healing. I am currently working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist.
My passion is helping children, teens, and families learn healthy and effective ways to communicate feelings. I believe in utilizing a trauma-informed lens and that fostering a safe space is foundational to healing. I am currently working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist.
(281) 957-0842 View (281) 957-0842
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Rebekah M. Preston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77079
My passion for therapy started with a desire to support teens dealing with self-harm, depression, and anxiety. As a therapist, I have also gained experience working with adults facing self-esteem issues, trauma, difficulties with setting boundaries, communication challenges in relationships, and a lack of personal identity and meaning. I aim to empower both groups to find stability and confidence in their strengths. In today's uncertain world, I strive to help clients find their footing and navigate their future. I also offer faith-based counseling at the client's discretion and have experience addressing religious trauma.
My passion for therapy started with a desire to support teens dealing with self-harm, depression, and anxiety. As a therapist, I have also gained experience working with adults facing self-esteem issues, trauma, difficulties with setting boundaries, communication challenges in relationships, and a lack of personal identity and meaning. I aim to empower both groups to find stability and confidence in their strengths. In today's uncertain world, I strive to help clients find their footing and navigate their future. I also offer faith-based counseling at the client's discretion and have experience addressing religious trauma.
(281) 666-8900 View (281) 666-8900
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Linda Brown Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77079
Sometimes life has problems. Current circumstances, anxieties, depression, loss, relationships, dealing with the past or maybe things you just can’t put your finger on. Call me, let's talk.
Sometimes life has problems. Current circumstances, anxieties, depression, loss, relationships, dealing with the past or maybe things you just can’t put your finger on. Call me, let's talk.
(281) 688-1799 View (281) 688-1799
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Shalondra Moore
LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77079
No matter how we slice it…pain sucks. Emotional pain can impact the way we live our best, meaningful life sometimes. It can complicate relationships, careers, symptoms, and even how we see the world. Do you feel like your life has been difficult to manage lately? I understand what you are feeling: the sense of overwhelming anxiety, the roller coaster of emotions, the burden of trying to take these challenges on alone, the fear or uncertainty of asking for help. I can help with that.
No matter how we slice it…pain sucks. Emotional pain can impact the way we live our best, meaningful life sometimes. It can complicate relationships, careers, symptoms, and even how we see the world. Do you feel like your life has been difficult to manage lately? I understand what you are feeling: the sense of overwhelming anxiety, the roller coaster of emotions, the burden of trying to take these challenges on alone, the fear or uncertainty of asking for help. I can help with that.
(346) 384-8998 View (346) 384-8998
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National Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77079
We are committed to excellence in all aspects of counseling and therapy. We believe that individuals are healthy when they are clear of past situations and have the right tools to deal with life's circumstances and stressors. People learned certain behaviors that were useful at some point in their lives, but are now getting in their way of fulfillment. Those need to be updated. Relationships are healthy and strong when partners understand, appreciate, and celebrate each other. We work to discover the underlying themes contributing to your concerns and then tailor therapy to you for greater success.
We are committed to excellence in all aspects of counseling and therapy. We believe that individuals are healthy when they are clear of past situations and have the right tools to deal with life's circumstances and stressors. People learned certain behaviors that were useful at some point in their lives, but are now getting in their way of fulfillment. Those need to be updated. Relationships are healthy and strong when partners understand, appreciate, and celebrate each other. We work to discover the underlying themes contributing to your concerns and then tailor therapy to you for greater success.
(281) 305-3067 View (281) 305-3067
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.