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Rosa Dinelli
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
A healthy and connected relationship lays the foundation for a vibrant and meaningful life. If issues with conflict, parenting, infidelity, money, housework or past hurts are clouding your marriage, couples therapy will offer you more clarity and compassion for yourself and part. In individual therapy, I can support you in self discovery, unwinding harmful patterns, and processing trauma. Inviting and integrating all parts of your experience increases presence and availability for your family, work and relationships.
A healthy and connected relationship lays the foundation for a vibrant and meaningful life. If issues with conflict, parenting, infidelity, money, housework or past hurts are clouding your marriage, couples therapy will offer you more clarity and compassion for yourself and part. In individual therapy, I can support you in self discovery, unwinding harmful patterns, and processing trauma. Inviting and integrating all parts of your experience increases presence and availability for your family, work and relationships.
(720) 664-6927 View (720) 664-6927
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Jason Gruhl
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
It’s hard being a human! And sometimes we need help figuring things out. Each of us desires contentment and fulfillment in our lives, but it's hard to access when we don't know what we don't know: what's really in the way?, and why does it keep showing up?what can I DO about this situation?, and who am I? These questions become increasingly loud during major life events, such as divorce, death, marriage, a career change, etc. We ALL experience this pain and confusion, but the good news is, you're not alone.
It’s hard being a human! And sometimes we need help figuring things out. Each of us desires contentment and fulfillment in our lives, but it's hard to access when we don't know what we don't know: what's really in the way?, and why does it keep showing up?what can I DO about this situation?, and who am I? These questions become increasingly loud during major life events, such as divorce, death, marriage, a career change, etc. We ALL experience this pain and confusion, but the good news is, you're not alone.
(720) 637-2581 View (720) 637-2581
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Darleen Gegich, LPC
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
Imago Relationship Therapy can take a marriage or relationship on the brink of break-up, and transform it into something stronger and more fulfilling than ever.
My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, improve your relationship, or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you . As a certified Imago Relationship therapist, I offer services for couples, individuals, parents, and families.
Imago Relationship Therapy can take a marriage or relationship on the brink of break-up, and transform it into something stronger and more fulfilling than ever.
My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, improve your relationship, or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you . As a certified Imago Relationship therapist, I offer services for couples, individuals, parents, and families.
(720) 515-4711 View (720) 515-4711
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Leah Wolf
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CLC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302  (Online Only)
If you want to improve your life or relationships, you are in the right place. If you are here, chances are you want a better relationship with your partner, or with yourself. You want to feel better and find solutions to your problems. You are not alone. The good news is, there is hope. Marriage and Family Therapist’s have a specialty - to see beyond an individual and help create change that lasts.
If you want to improve your life or relationships, you are in the right place. If you are here, chances are you want a better relationship with your partner, or with yourself. You want to feel better and find solutions to your problems. You are not alone. The good news is, there is hope. Marriage and Family Therapist’s have a specialty - to see beyond an individual and help create change that lasts.
(720) 902-9687 View (720) 902-9687
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Darleen Gegich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
Imago can take a marriage or relationship on the brink of break-up, and transform it into something stronger and more fulfilling than ever.
My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, improve your relationship, or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you.
Imago can take a marriage or relationship on the brink of break-up, and transform it into something stronger and more fulfilling than ever.
My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, improve your relationship, or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you.
(720) 515-4711 View (720) 515-4711
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Megan Murphy
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302  (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Dr. Megan Murphy and I have been a Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years. I have taught in Family Therapy graduate programs for over 20 years. My career focus has been on power dynamics in relationships, most recently focusing on narcissistic abuse in family relationships, intimate relationships, and in the workplace, including academia.
Hello! I'm Dr. Megan Murphy and I have been a Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years. I have taught in Family Therapy graduate programs for over 20 years. My career focus has been on power dynamics in relationships, most recently focusing on narcissistic abuse in family relationships, intimate relationships, and in the workplace, including academia.
(720) 776-8586 View (720) 776-8586
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Elizabeth M Barton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
There will always be pain in life but you needn't suffer. You can live a life worth living even as you experience depression, anxiety, negative self evaluation and other psychological symptoms. And you can recover joy and laughter despite mental health issues. Learn practical skills for self regulation and develop mindfulness practices to sustain your ability to be present and effective in your daily life. I can help you with parenting, marital problems, family conflict, trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions. Together we will create a relationship in which you experience acceptance, compassion, empathy--and sometimes humor.
There will always be pain in life but you needn't suffer. You can live a life worth living even as you experience depression, anxiety, negative self evaluation and other psychological symptoms. And you can recover joy and laughter despite mental health issues. Learn practical skills for self regulation and develop mindfulness practices to sustain your ability to be present and effective in your daily life. I can help you with parenting, marital problems, family conflict, trauma, mood disorders, and life transitions. Together we will create a relationship in which you experience acceptance, compassion, empathy--and sometimes humor.
(720) 650-8075 View (720) 650-8075
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Melissa Graham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302  (Online Only)
My goal in therapy is to guide others through their struggles, helping them gain insight and providing tools to resolve the challenges they face. It is always my goal to assist my clients toward the achievement of their fullest potential. I have a passion for working with women as they transition through life events; pregnancy, marriage, divorce, career, empty nest.
My goal in therapy is to guide others through their struggles, helping them gain insight and providing tools to resolve the challenges they face. It is always my goal to assist my clients toward the achievement of their fullest potential. I have a passion for working with women as they transition through life events; pregnancy, marriage, divorce, career, empty nest.
(512) 640-2037 View (512) 640-2037
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Lisa Hall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
I work with teens 11 and older, as well as individuals, couples, and families, including co-parenting counseling. If your issues are relationship oriented (parent/child, between partners, co-parents, or family related issues), related to phase of life transitions or changes, such as marital crisis, separation, divorce, marriage, remarriage, blending a family, empty nest, co parenting challenges, retirement, and you're looking for a goal-oriented approach to figuring out a pathway through, I can help. We will pinpoint the issues, set goals, get a plan in place, and work together toward positive change.
I work with teens 11 and older, as well as individuals, couples, and families, including co-parenting counseling. If your issues are relationship oriented (parent/child, between partners, co-parents, or family related issues), related to phase of life transitions or changes, such as marital crisis, separation, divorce, marriage, remarriage, blending a family, empty nest, co parenting challenges, retirement, and you're looking for a goal-oriented approach to figuring out a pathway through, I can help. We will pinpoint the issues, set goals, get a plan in place, and work together toward positive change.
(303) 859-2672 View (303) 859-2672
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Beth O'Brien
Psychologist, PhD, PACT, CERT, Couple, Consult
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302  (Online Only)
Specialty areas include relationship concerns, marital/premarital counseling, betrayal, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
Note:I am seeing couples on Tuesdays/Wednesdays. Do you want to be in a happier, healthier, more secure relationship? As a Psychologist and PACT Certified Couple Therapist, I help partners develop a safe, loving, connected relationship. My work with couples is attachment based, assisting couples with communication, creating trust and deepening emotional and physical intimacy. My counseling approach is active and warm, based on best practices and over 25 years of clinical experience. I also specialize in trauma and I am certified in EMDR. My training as a yoga teacher brings a mindfulness based approach to my work.
Specialty areas include relationship concerns, marital/premarital counseling, betrayal, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
Note:I am seeing couples on Tuesdays/Wednesdays. Do you want to be in a happier, healthier, more secure relationship? As a Psychologist and PACT Certified Couple Therapist, I help partners develop a safe, loving, connected relationship. My work with couples is attachment based, assisting couples with communication, creating trust and deepening emotional and physical intimacy. My counseling approach is active and warm, based on best practices and over 25 years of clinical experience. I also specialize in trauma and I am certified in EMDR. My training as a yoga teacher brings a mindfulness based approach to my work.
(970) 458-4403 View (970) 458-4403
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Samantha B Forman
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, LPCC, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
I work with pre marital couples, high conflict and high stress couples, all the way to divorced co-parents.
Do you consistently struggle to get on the same page with your partner? Is there endless fighting about anything and everything? Are you confused in how to best support your kids or constantly questioning yourself as a parent? Do you feel like your partner never understands what you are trying to communicate? You might be exhausted and hopeless - wishing you could just give up. Although it may feel like it right now, you do not have to be alone in this.
I work with pre marital couples, high conflict and high stress couples, all the way to divorced co-parents.
Do you consistently struggle to get on the same page with your partner? Is there endless fighting about anything and everything? Are you confused in how to best support your kids or constantly questioning yourself as a parent? Do you feel like your partner never understands what you are trying to communicate? You might be exhausted and hopeless - wishing you could just give up. Although it may feel like it right now, you do not have to be alone in this.
(720) 702-4243 View (720) 702-4243
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Timothy J Milner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MSMFT, MDiv, CSAT, IITAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
I am, first and foremost, a highly trained Christian Therapist. For over thirty years I have worked with couples, individuals, and families helping put an anchor back into their lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist who is licensed in both Colorado and California, I have two Masters degrees: a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Masters of Divinity (a three-year ministerial academic training) both earned from Fuller Seminary in Pasadena, California that has been coined “The Princeton of the West”. I use a "systems" approach to marriage and family therapy which means I view each person as part of a whole.
I am, first and foremost, a highly trained Christian Therapist. For over thirty years I have worked with couples, individuals, and families helping put an anchor back into their lives. As a Marriage and Family Therapist who is licensed in both Colorado and California, I have two Masters degrees: a Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Masters of Divinity (a three-year ministerial academic training) both earned from Fuller Seminary in Pasadena, California that has been coined “The Princeton of the West”. I use a "systems" approach to marriage and family therapy which means I view each person as part of a whole.
(720) 897-0986 View (720) 897-0986
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Dr. Jodie Benabe
Psychologist, PsyD, CEDS-C, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
You've experienced infidelity by someone you trust and now you're confused and left to deal with overwhelming decisions. The person you once knew is a stranger who is mistreating you now. You feel sick to your stomach most of the time, can't sleep, hell- you can barely function. And yet you know you have to keep it together. You need support but no one seems to really get it and you're so embarrassed to be in this place in your life. Every memory you have is tainted and you're left questioning the entire history of your relationship. You wonder if this nightmare will ever end. You just want to wake up to a different life.
You've experienced infidelity by someone you trust and now you're confused and left to deal with overwhelming decisions. The person you once knew is a stranger who is mistreating you now. You feel sick to your stomach most of the time, can't sleep, hell- you can barely function. And yet you know you have to keep it together. You need support but no one seems to really get it and you're so embarrassed to be in this place in your life. Every memory you have is tainted and you're left questioning the entire history of your relationship. You wonder if this nightmare will ever end. You just want to wake up to a different life.
(720) 307-3520 View (720) 307-3520
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Healing In Relationship - Darleen Gegich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
Couples Counseling: Are you longing to reconnect with your partner and get back the closeness you once had? Is it hard to talk about issues without it turning into a conflict? Has your relationship been affected by some form of infidelity and now the two of you are struggling to repair your relationship? You may have tried traditional couples counseling and are looking for a more effective approach? I use Imago Relationship Therapy as the way I work with couples because I have found it to be the most effective form of couples therapy that I have come across in my 20 years as a couples counselor.
Couples Counseling: Are you longing to reconnect with your partner and get back the closeness you once had? Is it hard to talk about issues without it turning into a conflict? Has your relationship been affected by some form of infidelity and now the two of you are struggling to repair your relationship? You may have tried traditional couples counseling and are looking for a more effective approach? I use Imago Relationship Therapy as the way I work with couples because I have found it to be the most effective form of couples therapy that I have come across in my 20 years as a couples counselor.
(720) 679-5324 View (720) 679-5324
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Somatic Nature Therapy Institute
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BMP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
Whether you are an individual or couple looking for personal support, or a therapeutic practitioner looking to take your practice to another level of potency, the Somatic Wilderness Therapy Institute guides you in taking your ongoing growth and evolution to the next level. Our goal is to provide you with powerful, cutting-edge information and practices that support you in deeply listening to and trusting your own inner guidance. Each of our therapists draws on the support, wisdom, and interconnectedness of the body-mind-spirit along with that of the natural world in the growth and healing process as they work with you.
Whether you are an individual or couple looking for personal support, or a therapeutic practitioner looking to take your practice to another level of potency, the Somatic Wilderness Therapy Institute guides you in taking your ongoing growth and evolution to the next level. Our goal is to provide you with powerful, cutting-edge information and practices that support you in deeply listening to and trusting your own inner guidance. Each of our therapists draws on the support, wisdom, and interconnectedness of the body-mind-spirit along with that of the natural world in the growth and healing process as they work with you.
(720) 664-2710 View (720) 664-2710
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Jordan Urban Paul
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
Navigating life is a complex and tumultuous process. Every day, we're tugged in myriad directions, confronted with decisions at every turn that ask us to balance relationships, work, self-care, and personal growth. This constant barrage of "shoulds", responsibilities, and pressures in life creates an unrelenting current of stress and anxiety and leaves us worn thin and wondering, "why is it so hard to feel good?" It's no wonder that we find ourselves grasping at food, alcohol, tv, sex, drugs, and social media to relieve this tension. However, the relief provided by such behaviors is temporary and only exacerbates the problem.
Navigating life is a complex and tumultuous process. Every day, we're tugged in myriad directions, confronted with decisions at every turn that ask us to balance relationships, work, self-care, and personal growth. This constant barrage of "shoulds", responsibilities, and pressures in life creates an unrelenting current of stress and anxiety and leaves us worn thin and wondering, "why is it so hard to feel good?" It's no wonder that we find ourselves grasping at food, alcohol, tv, sex, drugs, and social media to relieve this tension. However, the relief provided by such behaviors is temporary and only exacerbates the problem.
(720) 548-2618 View (720) 548-2618
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Deb Felio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
Providing help throughout Colorado - Teletherapy and in person at Birch Psychology Life is hard, and none of us can do it alone. We all get tired of making the same mistakes and feeling stuck. Ever hear anyone say "It's not your fault?" It could be the way your brain operates - ADHD, gifted, creative. That can impact how we think, feel, act and react in our current lives. Whether you are searching for the first time, or after several tries, now is the time to do the deep work. You deserve to know and live a different experience. Appointments available some evenings - and Saturdays through Birch Psychology. Let's talk.
Providing help throughout Colorado - Teletherapy and in person at Birch Psychology Life is hard, and none of us can do it alone. We all get tired of making the same mistakes and feeling stuck. Ever hear anyone say "It's not your fault?" It could be the way your brain operates - ADHD, gifted, creative. That can impact how we think, feel, act and react in our current lives. Whether you are searching for the first time, or after several tries, now is the time to do the deep work. You deserve to know and live a different experience. Appointments available some evenings - and Saturdays through Birch Psychology. Let's talk.
(720) 310-6162 View (720) 310-6162
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Suzanne Marie
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
As a body centered therapist I tend to work experientially, with movement and sometimes use cranial sacral touch to support nervous system regulation and healing. Individuals, couples and family who are interested in skill building, improved communication, self agency and self awareness while addressing challenges including depression, anxiety, relational issues, attachment dynamics and traumatic events. I support intention setting from the client's perspective and encourage their full participation.
As a body centered therapist I tend to work experientially, with movement and sometimes use cranial sacral touch to support nervous system regulation and healing. Individuals, couples and family who are interested in skill building, improved communication, self agency and self awareness while addressing challenges including depression, anxiety, relational issues, attachment dynamics and traumatic events. I support intention setting from the client's perspective and encourage their full participation.
(720) 782-8088 View (720) 782-8088
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Ray Findley
Clinical Social Work Candidate, MSW, SWC
Verified Verified
Boulder, CO 80302
Your story holds immense value: your challenges, successes, hopes, fears, and joys. I am dedicated to partnering with individuals, guiding them from a state of self-doubt and confusion towards a life characterized by empowerment, connection, and joy. Together, we will delve into every facet of your humanity—your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual dimensions—examining how your internal world as well as the external world has shaped your journey. I genuinely welcome the depth of your emotional experience, recognizing its significance in our exploration.
Your story holds immense value: your challenges, successes, hopes, fears, and joys. I am dedicated to partnering with individuals, guiding them from a state of self-doubt and confusion towards a life characterized by empowerment, connection, and joy. Together, we will delve into every facet of your humanity—your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual dimensions—examining how your internal world as well as the external world has shaped your journey. I genuinely welcome the depth of your emotional experience, recognizing its significance in our exploration.
(303) 536-3868 View (303) 536-3868
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Whole Connection
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
Here at Whole Connection, we believe that a healing relationship is the most important part of therapy. This connection allows each client to safely explore and create the changes and healing they are striving for. Our therapists support clients working with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, identity exploration, and a variety of other challenges that can arise in everyday life. We often work individually, with couples, or in a group setting to help our clients build the skills they need to work through and remain resilient in difficult times.
Here at Whole Connection, we believe that a healing relationship is the most important part of therapy. This connection allows each client to safely explore and create the changes and healing they are striving for. Our therapists support clients working with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, identity exploration, and a variety of other challenges that can arise in everyday life. We often work individually, with couples, or in a group setting to help our clients build the skills they need to work through and remain resilient in difficult times.
(720) 442-0946 View (720) 442-0946
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.