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Cohesive SOULutions Counseling: Paul Langfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537
Therapy is an investment in your personal transformation, so I commend you on taking the first step to a healthier, happier YOU. You deserve a safe and effective environment to support your successful growth; one we’ll create together based on acceptance, compassion, safety, and trust. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist, I’ve helped hundreds of individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of life’s challenges including addictions, depression, anxiety, brain injuries, relationship struggles, abuse recovery, adolescent concerns, grief, and many of life’s other transitions and discoveries.
Therapy is an investment in your personal transformation, so I commend you on taking the first step to a healthier, happier YOU. You deserve a safe and effective environment to support your successful growth; one we’ll create together based on acceptance, compassion, safety, and trust. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist, I’ve helped hundreds of individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of life’s challenges including addictions, depression, anxiety, brain injuries, relationship struggles, abuse recovery, adolescent concerns, grief, and many of life’s other transitions and discoveries.
(970) 500-5782 View (970) 500-5782
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Soul HEALth Counseling Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537
Our specialties include: marriage, couples, relationships, pre-marriage, family dynamics, intimacy & sexual issues, domestic violence, trauma, PTSD, grief & loss, anxiety, depression, and spiritual exploration.
Soul HEALth offers a comfortable and safe environment for you to explore, untangle, learn, and heal the areas that have been a burden for far too long. Our passion is to support your exploration process to help you learn more about yourself and your relationships. So… What is your relationship up against? Infidelity, addiction, illness, finances, children, grown children, grandchildren, in-laws, aging parents, blended family, faith issues, trauma, domestic violence, pride, selfishness, dissatisfaction, fear….? Let us help.
Our specialties include: marriage, couples, relationships, pre-marriage, family dynamics, intimacy & sexual issues, domestic violence, trauma, PTSD, grief & loss, anxiety, depression, and spiritual exploration.
Soul HEALth offers a comfortable and safe environment for you to explore, untangle, learn, and heal the areas that have been a burden for far too long. Our passion is to support your exploration process to help you learn more about yourself and your relationships. So… What is your relationship up against? Infidelity, addiction, illness, finances, children, grown children, grandchildren, in-laws, aging parents, blended family, faith issues, trauma, domestic violence, pride, selfishness, dissatisfaction, fear….? Let us help.
(970) 644-6734 View (970) 644-6734
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I Can Help You Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537  (Online Only)
Bri graduated with honors with her Masters in Family & Marriage Counseling.
Looking for a therapist can be very scary and overwhelming. At I Can Help You Counseling we want to make your therapy sessions as stress free as possible! The therapies we offer are past or present narcissist abuse, Gottman couples therapy, EMDR, Individual and Group therapy.
Bri graduated with honors with her Masters in Family & Marriage Counseling.
Looking for a therapist can be very scary and overwhelming. At I Can Help You Counseling we want to make your therapy sessions as stress free as possible! The therapies we offer are past or present narcissist abuse, Gottman couples therapy, EMDR, Individual and Group therapy.
(970) 592-5910 View (970) 592-5910
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Keira Olivas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MFTC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
I combine an uncommon wealth of experience with a refreshing style of engagement and understanding. With expertise in Marriage & Family Counseling, Childhood and Adolescent Issues, Women's Issues, Art Therapy and trauma, I will come alongside you in your pain and walk with you on your therapeutic journey to seek hope and healing. I offer a steadying influence during a crisis and will help you make long-term changes toward a healthier and more productive life.
I combine an uncommon wealth of experience with a refreshing style of engagement and understanding. With expertise in Marriage & Family Counseling, Childhood and Adolescent Issues, Women's Issues, Art Therapy and trauma, I will come alongside you in your pain and walk with you on your therapeutic journey to seek hope and healing. I offer a steadying influence during a crisis and will help you make long-term changes toward a healthier and more productive life.
(970) 465-8365 View (970) 465-8365
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Sandra Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
She specializes in marriage/relationship issues, anxiety, parenting, and more (See "Specialities”).
Sandra is a licensed therapist and a Christian Counselor practicing in Northern Colorado (centrally located in the Loveland, Fort Collins, and Windsor area) and CA (Telehealth only). She has been practicing psychotherapy since 2004. She holds both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Social Work Degrees with high honors from the University of Southern California. Sandra is a licensed clinical social worker in the states of California and Colorado. Her commitment to the field extends to education, as she has served as an adjunct professor at Colorado State University, School of Social Work, Master of Social Work Program.
She specializes in marriage/relationship issues, anxiety, parenting, and more (See "Specialities”).
Sandra is a licensed therapist and a Christian Counselor practicing in Northern Colorado (centrally located in the Loveland, Fort Collins, and Windsor area) and CA (Telehealth only). She has been practicing psychotherapy since 2004. She holds both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Social Work Degrees with high honors from the University of Southern California. Sandra is a licensed clinical social worker in the states of California and Colorado. Her commitment to the field extends to education, as she has served as an adjunct professor at Colorado State University, School of Social Work, Master of Social Work Program.
(970) 847-2694 View (970) 847-2694
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Cindy L. Hartman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80537
At the "Kitchen Table" we work together to heal your mind, body and spirit. Are you struggling with anxiety? Relationship problems? Did you know an undiagnosed health problem can look like ADHD, Autism, Anxiety or Depression? Are behavioral problems, bad habits, or addictions negatively impacting your marriage or other relationships? Are you a chronic "fixer"? Do you meet everyone's needs but your own? I can help! Therapy at the Kitchen Table is grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed therapeutic intervention applied in creative, unique-to-you ways.
At the "Kitchen Table" we work together to heal your mind, body and spirit. Are you struggling with anxiety? Relationship problems? Did you know an undiagnosed health problem can look like ADHD, Autism, Anxiety or Depression? Are behavioral problems, bad habits, or addictions negatively impacting your marriage or other relationships? Are you a chronic "fixer"? Do you meet everyone's needs but your own? I can help! Therapy at the Kitchen Table is grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed therapeutic intervention applied in creative, unique-to-you ways.
(970) 672-1728 View (970) 672-1728
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Lori Casper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I work with families, couples and individuals, both adults and children, using a systemic focus. I work from a strength based model with cognitive behavioral interventions for issues of depression, anxiety and behavioral difficulties. I am also an EMDR trained therapist in working with issues of trauma. I use a variety of influences in working with couples including Emotionally Focused Therapy and am a pro-marriage therapist. I believe in order to realize positive growth and change, a person must find balance in themselves and their relationships.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I work with families, couples and individuals, both adults and children, using a systemic focus. I work from a strength based model with cognitive behavioral interventions for issues of depression, anxiety and behavioral difficulties. I am also an EMDR trained therapist in working with issues of trauma. I use a variety of influences in working with couples including Emotionally Focused Therapy and am a pro-marriage therapist. I believe in order to realize positive growth and change, a person must find balance in themselves and their relationships.
(970) 366-4160 View (970) 366-4160
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Rada Knox
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537  (Online Only)
Rada McKinnon, MA, LPC, specializes in individual therapy, marriage and family therapy, and remains trauma informed.
Genesing, meaning healing, is here to therapeutically serve you and your family, offering services via telehealth in Colorado. Genesing Counseling & Wellness Services is focused on diversely creating a place for you and your loved ones to process, grow, and develop deeper meaning through gaining understanding. We believe that you deserve therapy and wellness services with the intent to heal, as well as gain clarity.
Rada McKinnon, MA, LPC, specializes in individual therapy, marriage and family therapy, and remains trauma informed.
Genesing, meaning healing, is here to therapeutically serve you and your family, offering services via telehealth in Colorado. Genesing Counseling & Wellness Services is focused on diversely creating a place for you and your loved ones to process, grow, and develop deeper meaning through gaining understanding. We believe that you deserve therapy and wellness services with the intent to heal, as well as gain clarity.
(970) 699-4109 View (970) 699-4109
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Marilee Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537  (Online Only)
I have a master's degree in Clinical Counseling and Marriage & Family Therapy from the University of Northern Colorado and a B.
Welcome! Alpine Meadows Counseling provides professional counseling services for individuals, couples and families. Currently, I do not have openings for couples or families. I work with individuals with a variety of issues including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, stress, grief/loss, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, self esteem/personal growth, adolescent issues, behavioral problems, intimacy, communication and divorce. I have additional training in couples and family therapy.
I have a master's degree in Clinical Counseling and Marriage & Family Therapy from the University of Northern Colorado and a B.
Welcome! Alpine Meadows Counseling provides professional counseling services for individuals, couples and families. Currently, I do not have openings for couples or families. I work with individuals with a variety of issues including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, stress, grief/loss, trauma, relationship difficulties, life transitions, self esteem/personal growth, adolescent issues, behavioral problems, intimacy, communication and divorce. I have additional training in couples and family therapy.
(970) 818-5651 View (970) 818-5651
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Dr. Tim Parker
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538
Being a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) means that I incorporate many facets of your life into therapy. Often people think that MFTs only work with couples and families, while we do often work a lot with these clients, we also work with individuals and bring our systemic approach to therapy with them as well. Personally, it just makes sense to me to take into account all of the different systems you are connected to as I work to help you be where you want to be. I will work collaboratively with you and bring more than a decade of experience as a therapist into our sessions.
Being a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) means that I incorporate many facets of your life into therapy. Often people think that MFTs only work with couples and families, while we do often work a lot with these clients, we also work with individuals and bring our systemic approach to therapy with them as well. Personally, it just makes sense to me to take into account all of the different systems you are connected to as I work to help you be where you want to be. I will work collaboratively with you and bring more than a decade of experience as a therapist into our sessions.
(512) 957-2687 View (512) 957-2687
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Christopher Bruno
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MACP, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80534
I also work with couples who reject the notion that marriage should merely be "adequate," and who fight for more.
"The only way out is through." I am committed to helping my clients discover what it means to truly live fully -- to experience healing in relationships, to understand their strength, to embrace their uniquenesses and to live a life of wholeness and adventure. At the core, I believe that we are relational beings, and while relationships are often the primary sources of our pain, they are also the primary conduits to our healing. Together we will find ways THROUGH the pain and into freedom. There is too much LIFE to be lived...too much adventure to be had...
I also work with couples who reject the notion that marriage should merely be "adequate," and who fight for more.
"The only way out is through." I am committed to helping my clients discover what it means to truly live fully -- to experience healing in relationships, to understand their strength, to embrace their uniquenesses and to live a life of wholeness and adventure. At the core, I believe that we are relational beings, and while relationships are often the primary sources of our pain, they are also the primary conduits to our healing. Together we will find ways THROUGH the pain and into freedom. There is too much LIFE to be lived...too much adventure to be had...
(970) 704-5883 View (970) 704-5883
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Gary A Emery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
I welcome men struggling with issues such as anger, pornography addiction, leadership and husband/father roles. In addition, I specialize in any Marriage issue from roles, conflict, communication, affair recovery and transitions. I am a faith-based individual and willing to deal with "spiritual" issues when the opportunity arises, but will always do so in a "non-preachy" fashion.
I welcome men struggling with issues such as anger, pornography addiction, leadership and husband/father roles. In addition, I specialize in any Marriage issue from roles, conflict, communication, affair recovery and transitions. I am a faith-based individual and willing to deal with "spiritual" issues when the opportunity arises, but will always do so in a "non-preachy" fashion.
(970) 368-4659 View (970) 368-4659
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Dana Kline
Counselor, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80534
Traumatic life experiences can affect us in ways that are challenging to heal from, and those experiences can leave us feeling stuck and powerless to overcome. Not only can they damage us deeply, they can also damage our relationships. I am dedicated to helping my clients heal from damaging or traumatic life experiences, and to find freedom from barriers that can hinder the healing process. My expertise includes advanced training in traumatic stress, including survivors of sexual abuse, domestic abuse, ritualistic abuse, and emotional and spiritual abuse, depression, anxiety, marriage and couples counseling.
Traumatic life experiences can affect us in ways that are challenging to heal from, and those experiences can leave us feeling stuck and powerless to overcome. Not only can they damage us deeply, they can also damage our relationships. I am dedicated to helping my clients heal from damaging or traumatic life experiences, and to find freedom from barriers that can hinder the healing process. My expertise includes advanced training in traumatic stress, including survivors of sexual abuse, domestic abuse, ritualistic abuse, and emotional and spiritual abuse, depression, anxiety, marriage and couples counseling.
(720) 580-6542 View (720) 580-6542
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Deanne Helmboldt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80537
Individual, marriage, pre-marriage counseling & spiritual direction.
I have been counseling since 1991, my passion has been to help people achieve their greatest potential using counseling, spiritual direction and Neurofeedback. I have particularly enjoyed working with people desiring to heal and strengthen their own sense of self, marriages, working through life challenges and long term goals as well as discerning direction at times of major life transition.
Individual, marriage, pre-marriage counseling & spiritual direction.
I have been counseling since 1991, my passion has been to help people achieve their greatest potential using counseling, spiritual direction and Neurofeedback. I have particularly enjoyed working with people desiring to heal and strengthen their own sense of self, marriages, working through life challenges and long term goals as well as discerning direction at times of major life transition.
(970) 279-4659 View (970) 279-4659
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Brook Bretthauer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EMDR, PACT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80537
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and work with people from many different backgrounds.
I am glad you are searching for a therapist to help you with whatever life issue(s) you may be struggling with. Finding someone you feel safe and comfortable with is vital when deciding on a therapist. As part of my practice, I strive to create a secure and nurturing environment where you can share concerns and vulnerabilities while also making progress toward goals and the changes you would like to have happen in your life.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and work with people from many different backgrounds.
I am glad you are searching for a therapist to help you with whatever life issue(s) you may be struggling with. Finding someone you feel safe and comfortable with is vital when deciding on a therapist. As part of my practice, I strive to create a secure and nurturing environment where you can share concerns and vulnerabilities while also making progress toward goals and the changes you would like to have happen in your life.
(970) 323-3036 View (970) 323-3036
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Layla Souti Malander
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv-MF, BA
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537
I can also utilize mediation and conflict resolution skills to deal with personal, marital and work related issues.
My motto in life is, "God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I can't change, courage to change the things I can and wisdom to know the difference." (St. Frances of Assisi). Whether you're trying to find peace within yourself and with others or you're needing guidance and encouragement to deal with life's stressors, I will work alongside with you to help you go through this season in life providing all the support needed to regain power over your life. In case you are dealing with depression, broken relatioship, abuse, or other issues, I will use my expertise and skills to help you reach your personal and therapeutic goals.
I can also utilize mediation and conflict resolution skills to deal with personal, marital and work related issues.
My motto in life is, "God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I can't change, courage to change the things I can and wisdom to know the difference." (St. Frances of Assisi). Whether you're trying to find peace within yourself and with others or you're needing guidance and encouragement to deal with life's stressors, I will work alongside with you to help you go through this season in life providing all the support needed to regain power over your life. In case you are dealing with depression, broken relatioship, abuse, or other issues, I will use my expertise and skills to help you reach your personal and therapeutic goals.
(970) 528-1337 View (970) 528-1337
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Restoration Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, S-PSB
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups around psychosocial and medical health issues. I am a Colorado and Washington State Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Clinical Fellow and Approved Supervisor in the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. The psychosocial conditions I provide treatment for include: addictions/compulsions, anxiety and depression, abuse and trauma, marriage/relationship issues, health and wellness, spirituality/faith issues, identity development issues, and sexuality. I believe a biopsychosocial-spiritual approach to health is the most comprehensive method of treatment.
I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups around psychosocial and medical health issues. I am a Colorado and Washington State Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Clinical Fellow and Approved Supervisor in the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. The psychosocial conditions I provide treatment for include: addictions/compulsions, anxiety and depression, abuse and trauma, marriage/relationship issues, health and wellness, spirituality/faith issues, identity development issues, and sexuality. I believe a biopsychosocial-spiritual approach to health is the most comprehensive method of treatment.
(970) 673-4165 View (970) 673-4165
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Danielle Schlagel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, CST, ACS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80537  (Online Only)
I'm here for those learning healthy dating skills, premarital and couples/marriage, as well as those going through a divorce.
With warmth, humor, and honesty, I strive to create a time and place where you can feel supported in navigating the tough moments of life. As I’ve done this work over the last 15+ years I’ve learned that we -can- find joy and meaning, including in the hard things we pull away from. Relationships and emotions can feel confusing, scary, or painful. Sometimes our thoughts get overwhelming, we struggle with our emotions, and we try to hold onto control, all while feeling a bit lost. We can work collaboratively to help you get out of your head, learn to manage your feelings, heal your relationships, and create the life you want.
I'm here for those learning healthy dating skills, premarital and couples/marriage, as well as those going through a divorce.
With warmth, humor, and honesty, I strive to create a time and place where you can feel supported in navigating the tough moments of life. As I’ve done this work over the last 15+ years I’ve learned that we -can- find joy and meaning, including in the hard things we pull away from. Relationships and emotions can feel confusing, scary, or painful. Sometimes our thoughts get overwhelming, we struggle with our emotions, and we try to hold onto control, all while feeling a bit lost. We can work collaboratively to help you get out of your head, learn to manage your feelings, heal your relationships, and create the life you want.
(720) 463-1277 View (720) 463-1277
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Charles Nix Counseling
MMFT, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80534
Charles Nix approaches counseling in a way where he works to understand the whole of the person and/or relationship. Charles's specialties are marriage/relationship problems, divorce recovery, men's work, teenagers and men in their 20's, 30's,40's, anxiety, depression, and helping people understand who they really are and what they want. There is almost an endless amount of experiences, interactions, and beliefs that make up who we are. Charles works very well with just about anybody, and especially those who feel lost, unheard, unimportant, no passion or desire, and a lack of purpose and meaning.
Charles Nix approaches counseling in a way where he works to understand the whole of the person and/or relationship. Charles's specialties are marriage/relationship problems, divorce recovery, men's work, teenagers and men in their 20's, 30's,40's, anxiety, depression, and helping people understand who they really are and what they want. There is almost an endless amount of experiences, interactions, and beliefs that make up who we are. Charles works very well with just about anybody, and especially those who feel lost, unheard, unimportant, no passion or desire, and a lack of purpose and meaning.
(970) 510-9196 View (970) 510-9196
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Lisa Wallace
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537
Counseling since 2002, I have experience with adults/couples/families/teens and children dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, adoption, communication, marital issues, PTSD, grief and loss, parenting, blended families, divorce, sexuality, and adjusting to life changes.
Life can be complicated for different reasons. Sometimes more support can help. At any age, life can be overwhelming, negative behaviors can persist, relationships trapped in hurtful patterns, or inner worlds caught in negative thinking which stretch our coping, and cause stress. In all this WE WANT TO FEEL BETTER! Counseling offers a private, confidential space to get help. It is an honor to listen and join in your life story. I work with adults/couples/families/teens and children, listening to your goals to bring balance, health, wellness, peace and more happiness.
Counseling since 2002, I have experience with adults/couples/families/teens and children dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, adoption, communication, marital issues, PTSD, grief and loss, parenting, blended families, divorce, sexuality, and adjusting to life changes.
Life can be complicated for different reasons. Sometimes more support can help. At any age, life can be overwhelming, negative behaviors can persist, relationships trapped in hurtful patterns, or inner worlds caught in negative thinking which stretch our coping, and cause stress. In all this WE WANT TO FEEL BETTER! Counseling offers a private, confidential space to get help. It is an honor to listen and join in your life story. I work with adults/couples/families/teens and children, listening to your goals to bring balance, health, wellness, peace and more happiness.
(970) 237-6166 View (970) 237-6166
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.