Marriage Counseling Therapists in Colorado Springs, CO

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Rita Petersen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80923
Waitlist for new clients
You have a unique story. Your LIFE has meaning. Your story shapes your thoughts, words, feelings and behaviors. If life isn't working out the way you'd hoped, is it time to challenge yourself? Learn to reshape your thoughts, refocus your words, experience new feelings and intentionally choose different behaviors . . . so you can rewrite the rest of your story. Anxiety, depression, divorce, blended families, trauma, PTSD, life transitions; sexual, physical and emotional abuse; sexual addiction, marriage enrichment, women's issues, grief and loss; military life, career changes, sending young adults into new beginnings . . . all can seem overwhelming.
You have a unique story. Your LIFE has meaning. Your story shapes your thoughts, words, feelings and behaviors. If life isn't working out the way you'd hoped, is it time to challenge yourself? Learn to reshape your thoughts, refocus your words, experience new feelings and intentionally choose different behaviors . . . so you can rewrite the rest of your story. Anxiety, depression, divorce, blended families, trauma, PTSD, life transitions; sexual, physical and emotional abuse; sexual addiction, marriage enrichment, women's issues, grief and loss; military life, career changes, sending young adults into new beginnings . . . all can seem overwhelming.
(720) 259-6018 View (720) 259-6018
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Chanelle Muro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Tired of struggling and feeling like something just isn't right? Let me help. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who loves working with people of all ages and cultures. I have experience in counseling individuals, couples, families and groups. I have facilitated both adult and teen anger management groups as well as a parenting group. I am fully trained in EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) for couples and working on my certification for this.
Tired of struggling and feeling like something just isn't right? Let me help. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who loves working with people of all ages and cultures. I have experience in counseling individuals, couples, families and groups. I have facilitated both adult and teen anger management groups as well as a parenting group. I am fully trained in EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy) for couples and working on my certification for this.
(719) 212-4175 View (719) 212-4175
Sharon Hyatt-Drennan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I work with a wide variety of clients from depression, anxiety , bipolar, anger management, PTSD, disability disorders, Marital, partners, and family therapy. My youngest client is 18 months and my oldest client is 86 years old.
I work with a wide variety of clients from depression, anxiety , bipolar, anger management, PTSD, disability disorders, Marital, partners, and family therapy. My youngest client is 18 months and my oldest client is 86 years old.
(719) 648-2220 View (719) 648-2220
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Terrie S Martinez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80917
I work with individuals, pre-marital, couples, senior citizens, and adolescents with various mental health issues.
You were made to be free. Often we get weighed down by everything that happens in life; it can hold us back, push us to burnout, and keep us from living up to our potential. You do not have to be held back by the stresses of the past, the present, or the future. If you are facing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, or sexual addictions, I'm here to help. I've had the privilege of helping individuals and couples overcome and find freedom for the last 7 years. I specialize in working with teens, adults, couples, the elderly, and trauma survivors. Wherever your life is taking you, let's step forward in freedom
I work with individuals, pre-marital, couples, senior citizens, and adolescents with various mental health issues.
You were made to be free. Often we get weighed down by everything that happens in life; it can hold us back, push us to burnout, and keep us from living up to our potential. You do not have to be held back by the stresses of the past, the present, or the future. If you are facing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, or sexual addictions, I'm here to help. I've had the privilege of helping individuals and couples overcome and find freedom for the last 7 years. I specialize in working with teens, adults, couples, the elderly, and trauma survivors. Wherever your life is taking you, let's step forward in freedom
(719) 353-8793 View (719) 353-8793
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Yvonne Turner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFTC, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
(Marriage therapist, Black Therapist in Denver, Black therapist in Colorado Springs, Black therapist in Colorado).
I work with couples and Individuals to overcome barriers in their way of a healthy relationship. That may be childhood trauma that keeps showing up in the way you trust or interact with your partner, or an inability to set boundaries. You can work on this in individual therapy or in couples counseling where you and you partner can get an understanding of what the barriers to fulfillment in your relationship. Become a functional team and be physically and emotionally connected. Communication is my specialty, I have functional tools to help you will find yourselves in less arguments and truly feeling heard and connected.
(Marriage therapist, Black Therapist in Denver, Black therapist in Colorado Springs, Black therapist in Colorado).
I work with couples and Individuals to overcome barriers in their way of a healthy relationship. That may be childhood trauma that keeps showing up in the way you trust or interact with your partner, or an inability to set boundaries. You can work on this in individual therapy or in couples counseling where you and you partner can get an understanding of what the barriers to fulfillment in your relationship. Become a functional team and be physically and emotionally connected. Communication is my specialty, I have functional tools to help you will find yourselves in less arguments and truly feeling heard and connected.
(719) 631-2959 View (719) 631-2959
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Amanda Crum Aamft Approved Supervisor Candidate
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80907  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients for May! Hello! I am Amanda Crum. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I think of myself as a Relational Therapist! I specialize in systemic work. I believe we are impacted by our environments, whether that is family, relationships, friends, school, work, church, going to the grocery store, or an encounter with a stranger, everything impacts or shapes us. I work with individuals, couples, friendships, and families. I work collaboratively with my clients to create achievable, realistic goals and hold my clients accountable.
Accepting new clients for May! Hello! I am Amanda Crum. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I think of myself as a Relational Therapist! I specialize in systemic work. I believe we are impacted by our environments, whether that is family, relationships, friends, school, work, church, going to the grocery store, or an encounter with a stranger, everything impacts or shapes us. I work with individuals, couples, friendships, and families. I work collaboratively with my clients to create achievable, realistic goals and hold my clients accountable.
(719) 745-5222 View (719) 745-5222
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Reaching Hands as Each One Teaches One
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, MA , MFTC, CDBT, CCBT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80915
Hello and thank you for taking the time to consider me as your future therapist. I am a registered Chaplain with a Doctorate and focus in Trauma. I have an LPCC and I have previously worked as a Mental Heath professional for CDOC. Additionally assisted troubled teens within the Boy's Residential Treatment Center, teaching Wellness Living and Anger Management. I have completed all CAC training, presently completing requirements for my License Addiction Counselor (LAC). I have a Master in Psychology, a Masters in Human Services Counseling; Marriage & Family. Post graduate in Criminal Justice, the final stages of Ph.D. in Psychology.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to consider me as your future therapist. I am a registered Chaplain with a Doctorate and focus in Trauma. I have an LPCC and I have previously worked as a Mental Heath professional for CDOC. Additionally assisted troubled teens within the Boy's Residential Treatment Center, teaching Wellness Living and Anger Management. I have completed all CAC training, presently completing requirements for my License Addiction Counselor (LAC). I have a Master in Psychology, a Masters in Human Services Counseling; Marriage & Family. Post graduate in Criminal Justice, the final stages of Ph.D. in Psychology.
(719) 422-7691 View (719) 422-7691
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Plankeel Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Waitlist for new clients
At Plankeel Counseling, LLC, we love to work with you to help you achieve your goals, heal, and restore your mental health and relationships. We care, we want you to feel comfortable, and we look forward to journeying alongside you - whatever you are facing. Plankeel Counseling, LLC accepts some insurance but is only accepting new clients wishing to self-pay at this time for either individual or marriage therapy. Jeff is not currently helping with referrals for non-existing clients. Jeff has 20+ years of experience as a therapist - don't hesitate to reach out if looking for individual or marriage therapy to be put on a waitlist.
At Plankeel Counseling, LLC, we love to work with you to help you achieve your goals, heal, and restore your mental health and relationships. We care, we want you to feel comfortable, and we look forward to journeying alongside you - whatever you are facing. Plankeel Counseling, LLC accepts some insurance but is only accepting new clients wishing to self-pay at this time for either individual or marriage therapy. Jeff is not currently helping with referrals for non-existing clients. Jeff has 20+ years of experience as a therapist - don't hesitate to reach out if looking for individual or marriage therapy to be put on a waitlist.
(719) 212-1595 View (719) 212-1595
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James C (Jay) Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, LMFT, CT, CFS, AAMFT-S
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Working with step-family couples to address their complex marital & family issues resulted from personal experience & specialized training.
For over thirty-five years, I have worked with persons dealing with trauma, divorce, remarriage, co-parenting issues, and partner and family issues. I work with adults, couples, & families. I enjoy working with persons from diverse cultural, ethnic, racial, national, religious, socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as sexual orientations.
Working with step-family couples to address their complex marital & family issues resulted from personal experience & specialized training.
For over thirty-five years, I have worked with persons dealing with trauma, divorce, remarriage, co-parenting issues, and partner and family issues. I work with adults, couples, & families. I enjoy working with persons from diverse cultural, ethnic, racial, national, religious, socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as sexual orientations.
(719) 482-6978 View (719) 482-6978
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Barry Douglas Ham
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
The clients that I most frequently work with in my practice are: Couples dealing with marital issues, families struggling with transitional problems, adolescents, and individuals dealing with ADHD either personally or with someone either personally or with someone in his or her family, and individuals struggling with issues of communication, goal setting, organization, and general relationship problems.
The clients that I most frequently work with in my practice are: Couples dealing with marital issues, families struggling with transitional problems, adolescents, and individuals dealing with ADHD either personally or with someone either personally or with someone in his or her family, and individuals struggling with issues of communication, goal setting, organization, and general relationship problems.
(719) 285-7229 View (719) 285-7229
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Kamara Therapy Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST, CST-S
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80907  (Online Only)
I provide Sex Therapy and Coaching. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, AASECT certified sex therapist, and AASECT supervisor. I have had the honor of being a therapist for 26+ years. I work with adults to help solve personal, sexual, and relationship issues. I provide both brief counseling and ongoing psychotherapy as well as coaching. I run sexuality and spirituality workshops locally and nationally. We will discuss and evaluate your most personal dilemmas and you will receive my compassionate expertise. I do not accept any insurance.
I provide Sex Therapy and Coaching. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, AASECT certified sex therapist, and AASECT supervisor. I have had the honor of being a therapist for 26+ years. I work with adults to help solve personal, sexual, and relationship issues. I provide both brief counseling and ongoing psychotherapy as well as coaching. I run sexuality and spirituality workshops locally and nationally. We will discuss and evaluate your most personal dilemmas and you will receive my compassionate expertise. I do not accept any insurance.
(719) 428-3522 View (719) 428-3522
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FitLife Recovery
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Have you been "trapped" in addiction or incarceration? Looking to better your life and need a mentor, advocate and counselor to help you through process, we are your team. Jeff, an Advance Peer Recovery counselor, specializes in Addiction, Fitness, Experiential (outside the box) treatment & Groups. Analiese a Marriage and Family therapist candidate who loves serving couples and families who need support as they navigate reunification and growth from incarceration & Penny, well she is a compassionate, straight shooting LPC who has care for those who have been "stuck" and she motivates and encourages change! Our team is for YOU!
Have you been "trapped" in addiction or incarceration? Looking to better your life and need a mentor, advocate and counselor to help you through process, we are your team. Jeff, an Advance Peer Recovery counselor, specializes in Addiction, Fitness, Experiential (outside the box) treatment & Groups. Analiese a Marriage and Family therapist candidate who loves serving couples and families who need support as they navigate reunification and growth from incarceration & Penny, well she is a compassionate, straight shooting LPC who has care for those who have been "stuck" and she motivates and encourages change! Our team is for YOU!
(719) 695-4991 View (719) 695-4991
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Dr. Tim Heck
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80924  (Online Only)
As a Gottman trained and supervised Marriage and Family Therapist, I offer practical help and hope to couples at any stage of their relationship, from Premarital to Enrichment to Crisis.
Offering Telehealth Therapy in Colorado, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Texas. My passion is to help people in need as effectively as possible. Most of us in the field have a story and mine is one that compels me to be an encourager of others in the midst of emotional, relational and psychological pain. Through three decades of study in Psychology and Theology, I have come to a deep appreciation of both traditions and disciplines. Therapy is a collaborative endeavor between the client, God, and me...and each one is vital for the desired outcome.
As a Gottman trained and supervised Marriage and Family Therapist, I offer practical help and hope to couples at any stage of their relationship, from Premarital to Enrichment to Crisis.
Offering Telehealth Therapy in Colorado, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and Texas. My passion is to help people in need as effectively as possible. Most of us in the field have a story and mine is one that compels me to be an encourager of others in the midst of emotional, relational and psychological pain. Through three decades of study in Psychology and Theology, I have come to a deep appreciation of both traditions and disciplines. Therapy is a collaborative endeavor between the client, God, and me...and each one is vital for the desired outcome.
(317) 790-2950 View (317) 790-2950
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Anthony LaMouria
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80904  (Online Only)
I go by Tony, and I would love to help you with your marriage and family struggles, your trauma and anxieties, your upsets and surprises, or just your pursuit of growth in life or stewardship. I have done everything from working with prisoners to consulting with entrepreneurs. I am a Christian in my own worldview, but I use the best evidence-based research to help my clients. I am currently completing a PhD in marriage and family therapy. Therapy is not just for broken people; it is for everyone who wants to grow. So, no matter where you are or what your background, it does not matter – there is help here for you.
I go by Tony, and I would love to help you with your marriage and family struggles, your trauma and anxieties, your upsets and surprises, or just your pursuit of growth in life or stewardship. I have done everything from working with prisoners to consulting with entrepreneurs. I am a Christian in my own worldview, but I use the best evidence-based research to help my clients. I am currently completing a PhD in marriage and family therapy. Therapy is not just for broken people; it is for everyone who wants to grow. So, no matter where you are or what your background, it does not matter – there is help here for you.
(719) 312-7534 View (719) 312-7534
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Rachel Everett
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80918  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to my page. It is so important to find a therapist you feel is a good fit for you! As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, relationships are my bread and butter. I work with adolescents, adults, families, and couples to identify what is and isn't working in relationships, so you can practice setting boundaries, communicating needs, and living in accordance with your values. Looking at our environment helps us identify what we can control to reduce anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms. I am trained in EMDR, ACT, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. Note for clients in WA: I am only paneled with Aetna and Cigna in WA.
Welcome to my page. It is so important to find a therapist you feel is a good fit for you! As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, relationships are my bread and butter. I work with adolescents, adults, families, and couples to identify what is and isn't working in relationships, so you can practice setting boundaries, communicating needs, and living in accordance with your values. Looking at our environment helps us identify what we can control to reduce anxiety, depression, and trauma symptoms. I am trained in EMDR, ACT, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. Note for clients in WA: I am only paneled with Aetna and Cigna in WA.
(719) 624-3379 View (719) 624-3379
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Caralee Frederic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGT, SRT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
I love working with couples who are passionate about the value of their marriage/relationship, regardless of its current state. Whether you want to strengthen your current relationship or are healing from deep wounds and painful interactions, you are ready to invest the time, energy and money to achieve an "Elevated" relationship and a more abundant life together. My couples are willing to grapple with hard things, such as affairs/infidelity, betrayal trauma, porn addiction and other sexually compulsive behaviors, Intimacy Anorexia, escalated conflict, and disconnect. I offer Discernment Counseling, for couples considering divorce.
I love working with couples who are passionate about the value of their marriage/relationship, regardless of its current state. Whether you want to strengthen your current relationship or are healing from deep wounds and painful interactions, you are ready to invest the time, energy and money to achieve an "Elevated" relationship and a more abundant life together. My couples are willing to grapple with hard things, such as affairs/infidelity, betrayal trauma, porn addiction and other sexually compulsive behaviors, Intimacy Anorexia, escalated conflict, and disconnect. I offer Discernment Counseling, for couples considering divorce.
(719) 299-3231 View (719) 299-3231
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Sandy Ujfalusy
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
My desire is to bring care and compassion into the counseling relationship. I believe there is hope in breaking free from pain and fear, ultimately bringing about a life of purpose and joy. I bring with me experience in family relationships, raising children (who are now all adults), and marriage. Life in the military also brings with it the experience of instability and change in family and relationships. I believe each person has their own story to tell and that ultimately, healing is possible.
My desire is to bring care and compassion into the counseling relationship. I believe there is hope in breaking free from pain and fear, ultimately bringing about a life of purpose and joy. I bring with me experience in family relationships, raising children (who are now all adults), and marriage. Life in the military also brings with it the experience of instability and change in family and relationships. I believe each person has their own story to tell and that ultimately, healing is possible.
(719) 748-7108 View (719) 748-7108
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Jeremy Hartke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Are you feeling in a funk? Struggling with the stress of life pre or post-pandemic? Do you feel like your marriage is hurting from poor communication or drifting apart over the years? Do you want to feel like you can manage your anxiety? As a therapist, my goal is to help you deepen your understanding of the problem. Understand how and why it exists, and then implement ways to help you feel growth. I want to help you make the changes that you see as important. I want to help you lay a new foundation of living that makes you feel empowered and in control.
Are you feeling in a funk? Struggling with the stress of life pre or post-pandemic? Do you feel like your marriage is hurting from poor communication or drifting apart over the years? Do you want to feel like you can manage your anxiety? As a therapist, my goal is to help you deepen your understanding of the problem. Understand how and why it exists, and then implement ways to help you feel growth. I want to help you make the changes that you see as important. I want to help you lay a new foundation of living that makes you feel empowered and in control.
(719) 212-4021 View (719) 212-4021
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Bri Davis-Fick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80920  (Online Only)
I graduated with honors with my Masters in Family & Marriage Counseling. I am a counselor & an EMT! I still work as an EMT on an ambulance! I feel that if I’m going to help first responders & their families I still need to be in the field so I do not forget what it is like. It is an unique job with it’s own unique traumas, pains & joys. I love helping first responders and their families. I, also, love working with women. I love to help women build their self-confidence & empower them. Do you want to learn & focus on self-care? I can partner with you to teach you how to manage all the things in your life that you have to juggle.
I graduated with honors with my Masters in Family & Marriage Counseling. I am a counselor & an EMT! I still work as an EMT on an ambulance! I feel that if I’m going to help first responders & their families I still need to be in the field so I do not forget what it is like. It is an unique job with it’s own unique traumas, pains & joys. I love helping first responders and their families. I, also, love working with women. I love to help women build their self-confidence & empower them. Do you want to learn & focus on self-care? I can partner with you to teach you how to manage all the things in your life that you have to juggle.
(719) 624-4571 View (719) 624-4571
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Kira Whitley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I specialize in areas including children's behavioral issues, premarital and marital issues, women's identity issues, infertility, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
We are constantly bombarded with messages telling us that we need to do it all on our own. I have good news- you are not alone and you don't have to do it on your own! We all have a deep desire to be fully known and fully loved. It is my belief that we can't be fully known and loved by others until we fully know and love ourselves. Having a strong sense of identity and purpose allows us to heal, forgive, and move forward with clarity, hope, and tenacity.
I specialize in areas including children's behavioral issues, premarital and marital issues, women's identity issues, infertility, trauma, anxiety, and depression.
We are constantly bombarded with messages telling us that we need to do it all on our own. I have good news- you are not alone and you don't have to do it on your own! We all have a deep desire to be fully known and fully loved. It is my belief that we can't be fully known and loved by others until we fully know and love ourselves. Having a strong sense of identity and purpose allows us to heal, forgive, and move forward with clarity, hope, and tenacity.
(719) 354-2783 View (719) 354-2783

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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.