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Renewal Centers, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704
Renewal Centers' Providers include Associate Level Professional Counselors, Licenced Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists and an Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor as well as Interns to meet the needs of our clients.
Renewal Centers, Inc is a non-profit, faith-based, counseling center dedicated to bringing health and healing to our community. Renewal Centers' Providers are educated, compassionate and thoughtful, with a proven track record of helping people find solutions to life's challenges. We work with couples, families and individuals to bring about hope and healing in all situations. We currently have 3 locations (NW (Oracle and Ina) Tucson, East Broadway in Tucson, and Green Valley/Sahuarita).
Renewal Centers' Providers include Associate Level Professional Counselors, Licenced Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists and an Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor as well as Interns to meet the needs of our clients.
Renewal Centers, Inc is a non-profit, faith-based, counseling center dedicated to bringing health and healing to our community. Renewal Centers' Providers are educated, compassionate and thoughtful, with a proven track record of helping people find solutions to life's challenges. We work with couples, families and individuals to bring about hope and healing in all situations. We currently have 3 locations (NW (Oracle and Ina) Tucson, East Broadway in Tucson, and Green Valley/Sahuarita).
(520) 394-6562 View (520) 394-6562
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Samar Adi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85704
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with experience working with trauma, I can help with exploring the different layers of your life to help you understand yourself and your needs.
Morning availability only. Interested in exploring yourself, your world and starting to make the changes you want in different areas of life? I enjoy working with people who find themselves at a crossroads between keeping things the way they have been or doing the work in therapy to process, learn, and grow. If you find yourself struggling with transitions, new responsibilities, self-doubt, uncertainty about the future, communication and relationship skills, I'd love to work with you!
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with experience working with trauma, I can help with exploring the different layers of your life to help you understand yourself and your needs.
Morning availability only. Interested in exploring yourself, your world and starting to make the changes you want in different areas of life? I enjoy working with people who find themselves at a crossroads between keeping things the way they have been or doing the work in therapy to process, learn, and grow. If you find yourself struggling with transitions, new responsibilities, self-doubt, uncertainty about the future, communication and relationship skills, I'd love to work with you!
(520) 210-4638 View (520) 210-4638
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Entune Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LISAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712
Entune Behavioral Health is a team of licensed therapists that provide individual, couples, and family therapy to clients ages 18 and up. Our therapists address a myriad of conditions, including generalized anxiety, depression, trauma, marital counseling, substance use and abuse, major life transitions and serious mental illness. Entune Behavioral Health's therapists are specially trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapy for trauma, MI (motivational interviewing), and SFBT (solution-focused brief therapy.
Entune Behavioral Health is a team of licensed therapists that provide individual, couples, and family therapy to clients ages 18 and up. Our therapists address a myriad of conditions, including generalized anxiety, depression, trauma, marital counseling, substance use and abuse, major life transitions and serious mental illness. Entune Behavioral Health's therapists are specially trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapy for trauma, MI (motivational interviewing), and SFBT (solution-focused brief therapy.
(520) 492-0300 View (520) 492-0300
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Colleen Steinmann
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85715
Colleen has the experience to help with substance abuse, grief and loss, criminal justice involvement, sexual trauma, anxiety, depression, divorce, marital conflict, family issues, mental illness to include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
My ideal client is anyone who wants help and wants to find a better solution to the problems they are facing. The issues can be anything that the client wants to work on, from past trauma to daily life stressors. My ideal client wants to have some sense of peace and achieve a life that is fulfilling and leads them to greater things. They want to be heard, understood, and accepted for who they are. Colleen has experience working with a multitude of clients ranging in age from 14-75 from various populations.
Colleen has the experience to help with substance abuse, grief and loss, criminal justice involvement, sexual trauma, anxiety, depression, divorce, marital conflict, family issues, mental illness to include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
My ideal client is anyone who wants help and wants to find a better solution to the problems they are facing. The issues can be anything that the client wants to work on, from past trauma to daily life stressors. My ideal client wants to have some sense of peace and achieve a life that is fulfilling and leads them to greater things. They want to be heard, understood, and accepted for who they are. Colleen has experience working with a multitude of clients ranging in age from 14-75 from various populations.
(520) 231-2870 View (520) 231-2870
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Judy Brevaire
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85710
I am a dedicated therapist at SonderCare Behavioral Health, specializing in providing support to adults facing a range of mental health challenges, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief and loss, intense anger, trauma, and OCD. I am also a trained marriage and family therapist able to assist couples and families with relationship issues.
I am a dedicated therapist at SonderCare Behavioral Health, specializing in providing support to adults facing a range of mental health challenges, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief and loss, intense anger, trauma, and OCD. I am also a trained marriage and family therapist able to assist couples and families with relationship issues.
(520) 523-3485 View (520) 523-3485
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Josephine A Volpe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85710
Looking to be heard and understood? Seeking solutions that work to create a life with purpose? Feeling the feelings you had hoped would have settled by now? Are you a light worker or a star seed that could really appreciate a therapist that "gets it"? Or are you curious as to what that all means? Are you tired of someone telling you what to do and how to feel? Me Too! My name is Josephine Volpe and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who appreciates the answers you have locked inside of you to create the life you desire, even if you are struggling to have motivation or desire. So come, lets explore the beauty of healing together.
Looking to be heard and understood? Seeking solutions that work to create a life with purpose? Feeling the feelings you had hoped would have settled by now? Are you a light worker or a star seed that could really appreciate a therapist that "gets it"? Or are you curious as to what that all means? Are you tired of someone telling you what to do and how to feel? Me Too! My name is Josephine Volpe and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who appreciates the answers you have locked inside of you to create the life you desire, even if you are struggling to have motivation or desire. So come, lets explore the beauty of healing together.
(520) 346-7554 View (520) 346-7554
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Betty J Wittels
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85705
I specialize working with individual,child, adolescent, marriage, and family dynamics.
Being a psychotherapist for over 4 decades, I recognize the necessity to honor each client as an individual and to help that client to recognize and reveal true thoughts and feelings. Feeling sad, shy, frightened, furious, or any other emotion can be expressed and healed in the individual and within the family. Timing and destiny are vitally important to reveal and recognize, but even more valuable is to know that our reaction to life's events can transform our world. Whether in the mind, emotions, or spirit all things are possible.
I specialize working with individual,child, adolescent, marriage, and family dynamics.
Being a psychotherapist for over 4 decades, I recognize the necessity to honor each client as an individual and to help that client to recognize and reveal true thoughts and feelings. Feeling sad, shy, frightened, furious, or any other emotion can be expressed and healed in the individual and within the family. Timing and destiny are vitally important to reveal and recognize, but even more valuable is to know that our reaction to life's events can transform our world. Whether in the mind, emotions, or spirit all things are possible.
(520) 729-2223 View (520) 729-2223
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Rahul Sivaprasad
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712  (Online Only)
A native of Portsmouth, New Hampshire I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in New Hampshire and Arizona. I am a Clinical Fellow with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and serve on the Board of the Greengard Center for Autism in Portsmouth, NH. I had extensive training in dialectical-behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapies. I also employ solution-focused therapy as well as strategic brief therapy. With couples, I utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy which helps clients reconnect with their partners. Specialties include: -Trauma -Internet Pornography addiction -Mood disorders -Crisis Management -Parenting -Meditation/mindfulness training
A native of Portsmouth, New Hampshire I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in New Hampshire and Arizona. I am a Clinical Fellow with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and serve on the Board of the Greengard Center for Autism in Portsmouth, NH. I had extensive training in dialectical-behavioral and cognitive behavioral therapies. I also employ solution-focused therapy as well as strategic brief therapy. With couples, I utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy which helps clients reconnect with their partners. Specialties include: -Trauma -Internet Pornography addiction -Mood disorders -Crisis Management -Parenting -Meditation/mindfulness training
(520) 214-4073 x1 View (520) 214-4073 x1
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Keri Sipek
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85704
With a degree in Marriage & Family Therapy, I approach cases from a systemic perspective because I believe we are all influenced by larger systems, such as our families, romantic partnerships, workplace, and community.
Now offering daytime & evening appointments. Reaching out for help can be difficult & takes courage. I’m here to offer a safe space & provide support while you explore your issues. From there, you can begin to heal & create positive change in your life & relationships. My experience includes working with couples, & individual adults who have struggled with infidelity, relationship strain, sexual issues, parenting, depression, anxiety, & more. In addition, I work with women & couples struggling with infertility, postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, traumatic birth recovery, & adjustment to parenthood.
With a degree in Marriage & Family Therapy, I approach cases from a systemic perspective because I believe we are all influenced by larger systems, such as our families, romantic partnerships, workplace, and community.
Now offering daytime & evening appointments. Reaching out for help can be difficult & takes courage. I’m here to offer a safe space & provide support while you explore your issues. From there, you can begin to heal & create positive change in your life & relationships. My experience includes working with couples, & individual adults who have struggled with infidelity, relationship strain, sexual issues, parenting, depression, anxiety, & more. In addition, I work with women & couples struggling with infertility, postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, traumatic birth recovery, & adjustment to parenthood.
(520) 346-3402 View (520) 346-3402
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85711
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
(520) 412-2403 View (520) 412-2403
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Raul Espericueta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CCTSI
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85714  (Online Only)
Raul's trained in assisting men with trauma history, anxiety, depression, professional coaching, marital issues, self esteem, addictions and sexual abuse.
As a seasoned nonprofit executive, educator and family man, Raul's been immersed in the helping profession all of his career. As a recent licensed Master's level Social Work therapist he's prepared to listen attentively, and assist men and couples in promoting healthy and holistic practices for personal development. Currently Telehealth only. Bilingual - Spanish
Raul's trained in assisting men with trauma history, anxiety, depression, professional coaching, marital issues, self esteem, addictions and sexual abuse.
As a seasoned nonprofit executive, educator and family man, Raul's been immersed in the helping profession all of his career. As a recent licensed Master's level Social Work therapist he's prepared to listen attentively, and assist men and couples in promoting healthy and holistic practices for personal development. Currently Telehealth only. Bilingual - Spanish
(602) 780-2710 View (602) 780-2710
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Dwayne Kruse
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85710
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy and Master Certified Life Coaching available for Individual, Couple, Child, and Family Counseling. I offer real solutions for Communication, Anger, Depression, ADHD, Anxiety, PTSD. When we stress our reactivity leads to regressive and unhealthy coping behaviors. Unfortunately, the mental health field often uses diagnoses to label behavior when really what is needed is counseling around attachment, communication and various coping skills. You are not your diagnosis, and our therapeutic process includes removing or reducing stress and establishing a healthy, constructive coping strategy.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy and Master Certified Life Coaching available for Individual, Couple, Child, and Family Counseling. I offer real solutions for Communication, Anger, Depression, ADHD, Anxiety, PTSD. When we stress our reactivity leads to regressive and unhealthy coping behaviors. Unfortunately, the mental health field often uses diagnoses to label behavior when really what is needed is counseling around attachment, communication and various coping skills. You are not your diagnosis, and our therapeutic process includes removing or reducing stress and establishing a healthy, constructive coping strategy.
(520) 277-9610 View (520) 277-9610
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Tiffany Morgan
Counselor, LPC, MS, MEd, MA
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712  (Online Only)
Would you like to reconnect to your authentic self? Are you fed up with doing the same things that don't work? As a therapist, I provide a safe place to become curious about experiences that burden you from enjoying your life. Do you want to stop criticizing yourself? Do you want to find relief from extreme behaviors, anxiety, and depression? Possibly you feel isolated from others or altered by a traumatic experience. I am listening. I welcome all aspects of you to be heard.
Would you like to reconnect to your authentic self? Are you fed up with doing the same things that don't work? As a therapist, I provide a safe place to become curious about experiences that burden you from enjoying your life. Do you want to stop criticizing yourself? Do you want to find relief from extreme behaviors, anxiety, and depression? Possibly you feel isolated from others or altered by a traumatic experience. I am listening. I welcome all aspects of you to be heard.
(520) 582-9313 View (520) 582-9313
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Matthew Litschi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85719
Relationship health is mental health. We never feel good when in conflict with our partner or family member (or in conflict with our own emotions). I help folx experience themselves more deeply, more kindly, and provide support with life's challenges and losses. Anxiety, depression, men's issues, trauma symptoms, and feeling stuck in life are areas I often help work through. My approach includes emotional mindfulness, spiritual perspectives, trauma recovery, and practical and relational skills for partnership and parenting.
Relationship health is mental health. We never feel good when in conflict with our partner or family member (or in conflict with our own emotions). I help folx experience themselves more deeply, more kindly, and provide support with life's challenges and losses. Anxiety, depression, men's issues, trauma symptoms, and feeling stuck in life are areas I often help work through. My approach includes emotional mindfulness, spiritual perspectives, trauma recovery, and practical and relational skills for partnership and parenting.
(520) 402-5790 View (520) 402-5790
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Kelly Wilt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85701
Warm and open, my therapeutic style is grounded in curiosity and compassion. I work to transform typical therapeutic spaces into empowering environments that cultivate inner-knowing and greater connection. I work from humanistic and feminist theoretical orientations, meaning that I'm relational and collaborative as a therapist. I believe trust is built and shame diminished when we’re met with authentic connection. I work with individuals and people in relationships working toward greater embodiment, connection, and healing. Many of my clients want to strengthen self-trust, grow their relational skills, and navigate life transitions.
Warm and open, my therapeutic style is grounded in curiosity and compassion. I work to transform typical therapeutic spaces into empowering environments that cultivate inner-knowing and greater connection. I work from humanistic and feminist theoretical orientations, meaning that I'm relational and collaborative as a therapist. I believe trust is built and shame diminished when we’re met with authentic connection. I work with individuals and people in relationships working toward greater embodiment, connection, and healing. Many of my clients want to strengthen self-trust, grow their relational skills, and navigate life transitions.
(520) 224-1741 View (520) 224-1741
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Lori L Feingold;
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, TEP
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85715
Stress, anxiety, and unhealed trauma impacts our relationships, our jobs, our families, and even how we feel about ourselves. When this happens, we can feel as if we are stuck in our relationships & jobs or even trapped in our own lives. Fear & anxiety does not have to control your everyday thoughts and cultivating joy is possible! Choosing to get help is the first step towards change.. Please contact Lori at Connectionscounselingaz.com I am a experienced clinician that treats the mind, body, and spirit.
Stress, anxiety, and unhealed trauma impacts our relationships, our jobs, our families, and even how we feel about ourselves. When this happens, we can feel as if we are stuck in our relationships & jobs or even trapped in our own lives. Fear & anxiety does not have to control your everyday thoughts and cultivating joy is possible! Choosing to get help is the first step towards change.. Please contact Lori at Connectionscounselingaz.com I am a experienced clinician that treats the mind, body, and spirit.
(520) 457-6726 View (520) 457-6726
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Anilu Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85715  (Online Only)
Most people seek therapy because they're feeling dissatisfied, anxious, or depressed. If you'd like to change your life, I can help you understand what's getting in the way. While working together, I can help you find the solutions you're seeking. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and I am also a Pre-Clinical Member of American Psychology Association (APA). I am also a Certified Sex Therapist. I am a student in a PhD program for Neuropsychology. I have clinical experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups helping them navigate through various issues, big and small.
Most people seek therapy because they're feeling dissatisfied, anxious, or depressed. If you'd like to change your life, I can help you understand what's getting in the way. While working together, I can help you find the solutions you're seeking. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and I am also a Pre-Clinical Member of American Psychology Association (APA). I am also a Certified Sex Therapist. I am a student in a PhD program for Neuropsychology. I have clinical experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups helping them navigate through various issues, big and small.
(520) 467-7005 View (520) 467-7005
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Carol J Ross
Counselor, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704
If you are unhappy because of relationship issues, trauma or obsession with romantic or sexual behaviors & thoughts, I have many years of education and expertise in helping men & women find resolution in order to change and grow. If you are the partner of someone with obsessive sexual behaviors or thoughts, you may be struggling with hurt and betrayal and my experience can help with healing these issues.
If you are unhappy because of relationship issues, trauma or obsession with romantic or sexual behaviors & thoughts, I have many years of education and expertise in helping men & women find resolution in order to change and grow. If you are the partner of someone with obsessive sexual behaviors or thoughts, you may be struggling with hurt and betrayal and my experience can help with healing these issues.
(520) 314-4867 View (520) 314-4867
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Michael G Simpson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSc, LPC, ACA
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704
Have you have looked hard and walked long seeking a sense of wellness and peace of mind? Dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, trauma, or any behavioral health or relationship issue can become overwhelming. In reality, these issues often occur together where symptoms of one can mimic another and symptoms of one can drive another, requiring experienced help. There is always a reliable way forward toward recovering health, no matter how long you have been struggling with your issues or relationships, or how hopeless they feel. Let me walk with you on your journey toward wellness.
Have you have looked hard and walked long seeking a sense of wellness and peace of mind? Dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, trauma, or any behavioral health or relationship issue can become overwhelming. In reality, these issues often occur together where symptoms of one can mimic another and symptoms of one can drive another, requiring experienced help. There is always a reliable way forward toward recovering health, no matter how long you have been struggling with your issues or relationships, or how hopeless they feel. Let me walk with you on your journey toward wellness.
(520) 210-5329 View (520) 210-5329
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Julia M Ambriz
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85712  (Online Only)
In a world where we are constantly experiencing trauma, both directly and indirectly, it can be difficult to identify how deeply different things in life affect us. I believe that the experience of feeling understood can be the catalyst for change and something that allows for healing to begin. I aim to provide a space of healing, openness and exploration for those things that you might otherwise suppress or carry with heaviness or judgment. Together, we can heal that unresolved stuff from the past and create skills to support you through future circumstances.
In a world where we are constantly experiencing trauma, both directly and indirectly, it can be difficult to identify how deeply different things in life affect us. I believe that the experience of feeling understood can be the catalyst for change and something that allows for healing to begin. I aim to provide a space of healing, openness and exploration for those things that you might otherwise suppress or carry with heaviness or judgment. Together, we can heal that unresolved stuff from the past and create skills to support you through future circumstances.
(520) 210-5247 View (520) 210-5247

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.