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Chris Palumbo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660  (Online Only)
Chris Palumbo tailors her practice to fit individual needs. Chris has more than 39 years of experience working as a Therapeutic Coach Worldwide. Chris works with groups, individuals and families to develop tools, techniques and life management skills tailored to their desired needs. Individuals learn how to overcome what they have been struggling with for years from home, school to the workplace. Chris' practice, as a Southern California Associate Marriage and Family Therapist works with clients from childhood to seniors as she works to provide them with the expert care to overcome a variety of life’s issues. Accepting New Clients!
Chris Palumbo tailors her practice to fit individual needs. Chris has more than 39 years of experience working as a Therapeutic Coach Worldwide. Chris works with groups, individuals and families to develop tools, techniques and life management skills tailored to their desired needs. Individuals learn how to overcome what they have been struggling with for years from home, school to the workplace. Chris' practice, as a Southern California Associate Marriage and Family Therapist works with clients from childhood to seniors as she works to provide them with the expert care to overcome a variety of life’s issues. Accepting New Clients!
(949) 979-6487 View (949) 979-6487
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Burney Therapy Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Megan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in working with all eating disorders, body image struggles, depression and anxiety disorders, trauma, chemical dependency, LGBTQ concerns, domestic violence, and identity/self-esteem struggles. She enjoys working with individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. She has worked at various levels of care—from residential to outpatient treatment. In session, Megan has a warm, caring, non-judgmental, explorative, and honest approach. She utilizes CBT, DBT, ACT and various other evidence-based practices, tailoring each intervention to suit your unique needs.
Megan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in working with all eating disorders, body image struggles, depression and anxiety disorders, trauma, chemical dependency, LGBTQ concerns, domestic violence, and identity/self-esteem struggles. She enjoys working with individuals, couples, families, and adolescents. She has worked at various levels of care—from residential to outpatient treatment. In session, Megan has a warm, caring, non-judgmental, explorative, and honest approach. She utilizes CBT, DBT, ACT and various other evidence-based practices, tailoring each intervention to suit your unique needs.
(562) 554-4048 View (562) 554-4048
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Shamim Bahrani-Madi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Associate.
My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. This can be achieved by providing a neutral safe environment and customizing an individualized treatment plan that best fits our lives' challenges and difficulties. Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, depression, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. Overcoming these symptoms can be possible by collaborating with you through the process of grief and healing and help you recover the motivation, perspective, and joy.
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Associate.
My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. This can be achieved by providing a neutral safe environment and customizing an individualized treatment plan that best fits our lives' challenges and difficulties. Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, depression, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. Overcoming these symptoms can be possible by collaborating with you through the process of grief and healing and help you recover the motivation, perspective, and joy.
(949) 390-6312 View (949) 390-6312
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Olga Olivia Grant
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660  (Online Only)
I am a trauma-informed couple counselor, who provides couple therapy for the residents of California. Whether you are going through your happiest time and need pre-marital counseling, or through the most stressful time in your life thinking about divorce, I am here for you to provide a safe-space with evidence-based techniques to support you and your family. For couples, my practice is built with the belief that the authentic relationship in your life nurture and inspire purpose in our lives. I am trained in EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), and enjoy working with various types of relationships matters.
I am a trauma-informed couple counselor, who provides couple therapy for the residents of California. Whether you are going through your happiest time and need pre-marital counseling, or through the most stressful time in your life thinking about divorce, I am here for you to provide a safe-space with evidence-based techniques to support you and your family. For couples, my practice is built with the belief that the authentic relationship in your life nurture and inspire purpose in our lives. I am trained in EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy), and enjoy working with various types of relationships matters.
(949) 799-1244 View (949) 799-1244
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Czarina De Jesus
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Czarina De Jesus is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). She received her Master’s in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University and completed her Bachelor’s in Psychology at UCLA. Czarina’s interest in this field piqued at UCLA when she began working in early care education centers, in which she witnessed the positive impact of attunement and empathy on the development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. While pursuing her Master’s, Czarina provided therapeutic services to college students at Vanguard University.
Czarina De Jesus is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). She received her Master’s in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University and completed her Bachelor’s in Psychology at UCLA. Czarina’s interest in this field piqued at UCLA when she began working in early care education centers, in which she witnessed the positive impact of attunement and empathy on the development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. While pursuing her Master’s, Czarina provided therapeutic services to college students at Vanguard University.
(949) 771-2698 View (949) 771-2698
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Soheila Norolouni
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with seven years of experience treating individuals, couples and families to overcome and manage their daily stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, behavioral issues, relational distress, anger, compulsiveness, complex grief, unresolved past trauma, attachment wounds and other mental health challenges.
I admire people who seek therapy for the purpose of gaining insight into their relational issues with self and others. They choose to embrace vulnerability and work steadily to reach their goals. Despite the discomfort and ambiguity of the process, they stay focused on their intention of creating a healthier life. I believe that not every modality works for all. By catering to each client’s specific needs, I utilize the appropriate approach in order to help them move past their struggles and to gain a sense of strength to fulfill their mental health needs.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with seven years of experience treating individuals, couples and families to overcome and manage their daily stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, behavioral issues, relational distress, anger, compulsiveness, complex grief, unresolved past trauma, attachment wounds and other mental health challenges.
I admire people who seek therapy for the purpose of gaining insight into their relational issues with self and others. They choose to embrace vulnerability and work steadily to reach their goals. Despite the discomfort and ambiguity of the process, they stay focused on their intention of creating a healthier life. I believe that not every modality works for all. By catering to each client’s specific needs, I utilize the appropriate approach in order to help them move past their struggles and to gain a sense of strength to fulfill their mental health needs.
(949) 989-5595 View (949) 989-5595
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Marcie Beasley Pham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am committed to my work with individuals, couples and families of all cultural backgrounds and sexual orientations. Honoring individual differences, I create an atmosphere in which personal discovery feels safe, encouraged and welcomed.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am committed to my work with individuals, couples and families of all cultural backgrounds and sexual orientations. Honoring individual differences, I create an atmosphere in which personal discovery feels safe, encouraged and welcomed.
(949) 238-6105 View (949) 238-6105
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Valerie L Wright
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Relationship counseling is not limited to marriage partners; resolution includes friendships or family.
I am dedicated to helping people heal in their specific area of need. My general practice targets a multiplicity of needs by treating a variety of common psychological disorders (anxiety/phobias/depression, etc.), dysfunctional relationships (poor relationship choices, sexual "hang ups"), and stubborn repetitive habits/problems (procrastination, quick temper, etc). I have a technique that gets to the root of the problem, often quickly and very effectively, and helps people manage their lives differently from that point forward.
Relationship counseling is not limited to marriage partners; resolution includes friendships or family.
I am dedicated to helping people heal in their specific area of need. My general practice targets a multiplicity of needs by treating a variety of common psychological disorders (anxiety/phobias/depression, etc.), dysfunctional relationships (poor relationship choices, sexual "hang ups"), and stubborn repetitive habits/problems (procrastination, quick temper, etc). I have a technique that gets to the root of the problem, often quickly and very effectively, and helps people manage their lives differently from that point forward.
(949) 391-3195 View (949) 391-3195
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Allyson Pelletier
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
John Gottman's Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work.
Has a horrible event happened to you? Or maybe don't even remember, but your body doesn't feel the same? Do you feel at times like you are floating through life? Then it may be time to seek professional help. Trauma for children or even adults is devastating and impacts many different areas of our lives, such as relationships, jobs, work, and family. I specialize in working with young adults who have encountered childhood trauma, sexual trauma and/or situational trauma. Or do you and your partner seem to struggle to communicate at times, feel criticized ,feel iced out and struggling to understand each other ?
John Gottman's Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work.
Has a horrible event happened to you? Or maybe don't even remember, but your body doesn't feel the same? Do you feel at times like you are floating through life? Then it may be time to seek professional help. Trauma for children or even adults is devastating and impacts many different areas of our lives, such as relationships, jobs, work, and family. I specialize in working with young adults who have encountered childhood trauma, sexual trauma and/or situational trauma. Or do you and your partner seem to struggle to communicate at times, feel criticized ,feel iced out and struggling to understand each other ?
(949) 806-4972 View (949) 806-4972
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Lisa L Popper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Are you struggling with a recent loss – the death of a loved one, loss of a job or the end of a relationship? Do you have a child that has been recently diagnosed with Autism or suffers with self-esteem issues? Are you trying to work on your marriage to rekindle the passion you once enjoyed? Some clients tell me they just feel "off" and unable to enjoy life as they once knew it. Therapy exists to help individuals like you navigate circumstances that are difficult to face alone.
Are you struggling with a recent loss – the death of a loved one, loss of a job or the end of a relationship? Do you have a child that has been recently diagnosed with Autism or suffers with self-esteem issues? Are you trying to work on your marriage to rekindle the passion you once enjoyed? Some clients tell me they just feel "off" and unable to enjoy life as they once knew it. Therapy exists to help individuals like you navigate circumstances that are difficult to face alone.
(714) 862-2162 View (714) 862-2162
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Gretchen Weisenburger Carrillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
We were in trouble and you saved our marriage.
Currently accepting new clients in-person and virtually. Navigating major life changes and challenges, managing anxiety or depression, healing trauma, grieving a loss or are just overwhelmed with where you are in life right now- I can help. Most people don't want therapy, they want more calm, better relationships, better communication with the people they love and some solid tools to make it all easier. Is this you? If so, let's 1.) jump on a free consultation call to learn more and see if we are a good fit 2.) get started and 3.) get you back on track to the life you want to live.
We were in trouble and you saved our marriage.
Currently accepting new clients in-person and virtually. Navigating major life changes and challenges, managing anxiety or depression, healing trauma, grieving a loss or are just overwhelmed with where you are in life right now- I can help. Most people don't want therapy, they want more calm, better relationships, better communication with the people they love and some solid tools to make it all easier. Is this you? If so, let's 1.) jump on a free consultation call to learn more and see if we are a good fit 2.) get started and 3.) get you back on track to the life you want to live.
(949) 200-6821 View (949) 200-6821
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Jenn Teutscher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Do you feel alone, stuck, or exhausted from pretending to be someone you're not? Are you grieving the loss of a loved one or possibly the loss of a life you wish you lived? As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about helping others gain insight, work through struggles, and grow as human beings. I believe authenticity, openness, and collaboration to be essential in creating a strong therapeutic relationship. In order to achieve this, I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and welcoming environment.
Do you feel alone, stuck, or exhausted from pretending to be someone you're not? Are you grieving the loss of a loved one or possibly the loss of a life you wish you lived? As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am passionate about helping others gain insight, work through struggles, and grow as human beings. I believe authenticity, openness, and collaboration to be essential in creating a strong therapeutic relationship. In order to achieve this, I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and welcoming environment.
(951) 852-0039 View (951) 852-0039
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Dorothy Miyaoka
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and EMDR Certified Therapist.
Are you struggling with unhealthy relationships, work problems or addictions? Is your life feeling out of control or hopeless? Don't let your past or present struggles control you any longer. In many instances our struggles are rooted in unhealthy early experiences, unresolved traumas or untreated mental health issues. Whether you're looking for guidance through a challenging situation or you're looking for deeper insight, I specialize in helping you get to the core of the problem and develop self-awareness and skills to be happier in your relationships and all areas of your life.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and EMDR Certified Therapist.
Are you struggling with unhealthy relationships, work problems or addictions? Is your life feeling out of control or hopeless? Don't let your past or present struggles control you any longer. In many instances our struggles are rooted in unhealthy early experiences, unresolved traumas or untreated mental health issues. Whether you're looking for guidance through a challenging situation or you're looking for deeper insight, I specialize in helping you get to the core of the problem and develop self-awareness and skills to be happier in your relationships and all areas of your life.
(949) 558-3212 View (949) 558-3212
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Charlotte Winters
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist and Marriage Family Therapist in private practice for over 30 years. I work effectively and compassionately with adults of all ages, helping individuals, couples and families heal and grow. My goal is to help people develop into their full potential as rapidly as possible, overcoming problematic symptoms, behaviors, relationship issues and other obstacles interfering with their ability to live healthy, happy, meaningful lives. My advanced training in cutting edge treatment approaches enables me to efficiently identify and resolve core issues allowing for deep, lasting transformation.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist and Marriage Family Therapist in private practice for over 30 years. I work effectively and compassionately with adults of all ages, helping individuals, couples and families heal and grow. My goal is to help people develop into their full potential as rapidly as possible, overcoming problematic symptoms, behaviors, relationship issues and other obstacles interfering with their ability to live healthy, happy, meaningful lives. My advanced training in cutting edge treatment approaches enables me to efficiently identify and resolve core issues allowing for deep, lasting transformation.
(949) 613-5784 View (949) 613-5784
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Lily Noble. Life Harmony Therapy & Coaching,
MFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
MFT, Marriage & family Therapist. Certified Divorce Coach. Yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda teacher. Laughter yoga instructor. Life Coach “Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.”- Mahatma Gandhi . Let me guide you through your life to create this harmony for you. In my work with clients, I create a nonjudgmental, comfortable space where people can feel safe, heard, and understood. As a "Divorce Coach" I support you with co- parenting to have effective communication with your spouse and prevent traumatizing your children during the divorce process.
MFT, Marriage & family Therapist. Certified Divorce Coach. Yoga, meditation, and Ayurveda teacher. Laughter yoga instructor. Life Coach “Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.”- Mahatma Gandhi . Let me guide you through your life to create this harmony for you. In my work with clients, I create a nonjudgmental, comfortable space where people can feel safe, heard, and understood. As a "Divorce Coach" I support you with co- parenting to have effective communication with your spouse and prevent traumatizing your children during the divorce process.
(949) 444-2289 View (949) 444-2289
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Melisa Ruelas, MS. LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I am a therapist specializing in adolescent, individual, couples and family therapy. I have been maintaining my private practice for the last 10 years. I received my Bachelor in Science in Child and Adolescent Development from California State University Fullerton and my Master in Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University. I see therapy as a way of helping clients cultivate genuine compassion for themselves. My focus balances an exploration of the client's past strengths and present goals.
I am a therapist specializing in adolescent, individual, couples and family therapy. I have been maintaining my private practice for the last 10 years. I received my Bachelor in Science in Child and Adolescent Development from California State University Fullerton and my Master in Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University. I see therapy as a way of helping clients cultivate genuine compassion for themselves. My focus balances an exploration of the client's past strengths and present goals.
(951) 934-0317 View (951) 934-0317
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Veronica Dominguez (Bilingual English-Español)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I am trained to help children, teenagers and adults in individual, couples and family therapy.
Hello! Congratulations for being the best advocate for your health! It would be an honor to join you in this journey. Therapy is a space where you will find no judgement, compassion, patience and research based strategies to help you. My goal is to understand at my best your life experience and collaborate with you to create a plan that would help you achieve your goals, whether they are about work, health, relationships, family or personal growth.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I am trained to help children, teenagers and adults in individual, couples and family therapy.
Hello! Congratulations for being the best advocate for your health! It would be an honor to join you in this journey. Therapy is a space where you will find no judgement, compassion, patience and research based strategies to help you. My goal is to understand at my best your life experience and collaborate with you to create a plan that would help you achieve your goals, whether they are about work, health, relationships, family or personal growth.
(949) 368-0352 View (949) 368-0352
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Kimberly (Kim) Pollard Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT , LPCC
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92663
I am experienced in issues of relationships and marriage, depression, substance use, addictions, anger, suicide, work/ life dissatisfaction, parenting, bereavement, and the autism spectrum.
I am available weekends and evenings. I am taking in person clients as well as virtually. I take a holistic approach to counseling working with the whole person helping one understand their life’s journey, the past, dreams and what brings them to present, I believe that being fully present and understanding, brings forth life change. I am EMDR trained and am trained in induction. I enjoy working with couples, families, adults, teens, and groups of all ages, ethnicities, cultures and religions. I am certified in Domestic Violence training through the State of California.
I am experienced in issues of relationships and marriage, depression, substance use, addictions, anger, suicide, work/ life dissatisfaction, parenting, bereavement, and the autism spectrum.
I am available weekends and evenings. I am taking in person clients as well as virtually. I take a holistic approach to counseling working with the whole person helping one understand their life’s journey, the past, dreams and what brings them to present, I believe that being fully present and understanding, brings forth life change. I am EMDR trained and am trained in induction. I enjoy working with couples, families, adults, teens, and groups of all ages, ethnicities, cultures and religions. I am certified in Domestic Violence training through the State of California.
(657) 220-7909 View (657) 220-7909
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Sufi Farkhan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Newport Beach, CA 92660  (Online Only)
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Dr. Sufi specializes in Marriage and Family Therapy. Her role as a therapist is to guide you toward finding that balance within yourself. We will explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, childhood experiences, relationships, genetics, and current environment are contributing to your distress and healing.
Is life becoming unmanageable? Looking for real answers? Seeking the best group of clinicians who accept your insurance? Welcome to WellPsyche Medical Group! WellPsyche providers are experts in Wellness and Mental Health. Dr. Sufi specializes in Marriage and Family Therapy. Her role as a therapist is to guide you toward finding that balance within yourself. We will explore how your thoughts, emotions, body, childhood experiences, relationships, genetics, and current environment are contributing to your distress and healing.
(310) 589-3561 View (310) 589-3561
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Kiandra Hebert
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
To improve their marriage, parenting strategies, anxiety, depression, weight loss, panic attacks, OCD, or trauma.
Accepting clients in person & video. I provide a comfortable, accepting place where you can gain insights and specific skills to help you feel your best. Often we have deep beliefs about ourselves that can hold us back. Our systems can become overloaded with the stress of modern life. I can help you develop a plan to achieve your goals, have more confidence, & feel more at ease. We are an energy system that can learn to better regulate itself and experience more tranquility, joy, and happiness & better manage sadness and anxiety. I use a variety of research based techniques that I tailor to your needs and preferences.
To improve their marriage, parenting strategies, anxiety, depression, weight loss, panic attacks, OCD, or trauma.
Accepting clients in person & video. I provide a comfortable, accepting place where you can gain insights and specific skills to help you feel your best. Often we have deep beliefs about ourselves that can hold us back. Our systems can become overloaded with the stress of modern life. I can help you develop a plan to achieve your goals, have more confidence, & feel more at ease. We are an energy system that can learn to better regulate itself and experience more tranquility, joy, and happiness & better manage sadness and anxiety. I use a variety of research based techniques that I tailor to your needs and preferences.
(949) 264-5515 View (949) 264-5515

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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.