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Breck Johnston
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80537
I have a Masters of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, a Bachelors of Science in Applied Psychology and a post graduate Certificate in Counseling Children and Adolescents all from Regis University.
Families are beautiful and complicated. I believe we are born into complex systems, then we go and mess those systems up further by adding more people to them. Our interactions with other people inform what we think and how we feel about ourselves. People thrive when they belong in healthy relationships with connection, communication and joy. This systemic lens informs my work with families, couples and individuals.
I have a Masters of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, a Bachelors of Science in Applied Psychology and a post graduate Certificate in Counseling Children and Adolescents all from Regis University.
Families are beautiful and complicated. I believe we are born into complex systems, then we go and mess those systems up further by adding more people to them. Our interactions with other people inform what we think and how we feel about ourselves. People thrive when they belong in healthy relationships with connection, communication and joy. This systemic lens informs my work with families, couples and individuals.
(720) 637-4334 View (720) 637-4334
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Tracy Meisinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-CCS, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80537
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Counseling Supervisor, with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family therapy. I believe in the power of hope. I have been seeing clients for over 8 years in many different situations. I have a person centered and systemic approach, meaning that every part of a person's system from family to job, school, community, is an important part of understanding underlying issues and concerns. When we understand how we came to feel or think about things, we can work to adapt thoughts feelings and thoughts in ways that serve us more productively.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Clinical Counseling Supervisor, with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family therapy. I believe in the power of hope. I have been seeing clients for over 8 years in many different situations. I have a person centered and systemic approach, meaning that every part of a person's system from family to job, school, community, is an important part of understanding underlying issues and concerns. When we understand how we came to feel or think about things, we can work to adapt thoughts feelings and thoughts in ways that serve us more productively.
(970) 292-7305 View (970) 292-7305
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Christa Sing
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80537
Areas of specialization include: Abuse, Anxiety, Body Image, Depression, Faith Concerns, Grief and Loss, Healthy Boundaries, Infidelity, Marital Difficulties (including addiction & pornography), Narcissistic Victim Syndrome, PMS/PMDD, Pregnancy & Postpartum, Premarital Counseling (PREPARE/ENRICH), Self-Esteem, and Sexual Issues.
A Shared Path Counseling offers both indoor and outdoor sessions! If the path you've been walking has taken you into difficult or unexpected territory, you've come to the right place. My hope is to be a kind companion to you as we walk into your story and process your unique situation together.
Areas of specialization include: Abuse, Anxiety, Body Image, Depression, Faith Concerns, Grief and Loss, Healthy Boundaries, Infidelity, Marital Difficulties (including addiction & pornography), Narcissistic Victim Syndrome, PMS/PMDD, Pregnancy & Postpartum, Premarital Counseling (PREPARE/ENRICH), Self-Esteem, and Sexual Issues.
A Shared Path Counseling offers both indoor and outdoor sessions! If the path you've been walking has taken you into difficult or unexpected territory, you've come to the right place. My hope is to be a kind companion to you as we walk into your story and process your unique situation together.
(970) 300-2494 View (970) 300-2494
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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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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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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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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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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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Mary Cook
MS, MFTC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538
Mary Cook has a Master of Science Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Colorado State University.
Life is hard, and we all need help sometimes. Mary Cook holds a core belief that people are good at heart and capable of making the right choices for themselves. Simultaneously, people need people. Mary believes in the importance of being your true self in order to lead the most fulfilling life possible. She strives to provide a warm, safe environment for change to take place. She strongly believes counseling is a uniquely powerful tool for helping people develop true self-acceptance, discover healthy self-worth, improve relationships, enhance overall well-being, heal old wounds, and grow and fulfill untapped potential.
Mary Cook has a Master of Science Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Colorado State University.
Life is hard, and we all need help sometimes. Mary Cook holds a core belief that people are good at heart and capable of making the right choices for themselves. Simultaneously, people need people. Mary believes in the importance of being your true self in order to lead the most fulfilling life possible. She strives to provide a warm, safe environment for change to take place. She strongly believes counseling is a uniquely powerful tool for helping people develop true self-acceptance, discover healthy self-worth, improve relationships, enhance overall well-being, heal old wounds, and grow and fulfill untapped potential.
(970) 540-5113 View (970) 540-5113
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Julie Kittredge
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” –Maya Angelou. Sometimes life deals you a million little paper-cuts, relationships are challenging, our coping mechanisms aren’t helping, and we find ourselves disillusioned and disconnected. You may be dealing with a difficult or destructive marriage, anger and resentment, hurt from the church, relentless anxiety, unprocessed grief, feeling like you're trapped, or struggling with unspoken shadows of the past. Relational conflict feels like a never-ending cycle and you're beginning to wonder if it will ever get better.
“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” –Maya Angelou. Sometimes life deals you a million little paper-cuts, relationships are challenging, our coping mechanisms aren’t helping, and we find ourselves disillusioned and disconnected. You may be dealing with a difficult or destructive marriage, anger and resentment, hurt from the church, relentless anxiety, unprocessed grief, feeling like you're trapped, or struggling with unspoken shadows of the past. Relational conflict feels like a never-ending cycle and you're beginning to wonder if it will ever get better.
(970) 840-0893 View (970) 840-0893
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Hopeful Journeys LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA,MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80537
I am accepting new clients! Cynthia is a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist committed to help individual’s foster healthier and meaningful relationships that they desire. Cynthia’s skillset leads by the means of empathy and connection working with children, individuals, teens, couples, and families as they navigate various challenges in life. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify personal strengths, hope and encouragement, effective communication strategies, resolve conflicts, intimacy concerns, parenting, healthy boundaries, empower those who have experienced trauma, traumatic health diagnosis, or grief and loss.
I am accepting new clients! Cynthia is a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist committed to help individual’s foster healthier and meaningful relationships that they desire. Cynthia’s skillset leads by the means of empathy and connection working with children, individuals, teens, couples, and families as they navigate various challenges in life. I work collaboratively with my clients to identify personal strengths, hope and encouragement, effective communication strategies, resolve conflicts, intimacy concerns, parenting, healthy boundaries, empower those who have experienced trauma, traumatic health diagnosis, or grief and loss.
(970) 499-1451 View (970) 499-1451
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Emily Richter
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537
As a psychologist, I assist clients in working through many difficult life events, mental health disorders, and general day to day struggles. I primarily focus on adults and adolescents with a variety of concerns including adjustment issues, depression and anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, OCD, gender/sexuality issues, and couples/marital issues. I am experienced and trained in several specific psychological modalities including CBT, DBT, interpersonal process therapy, psychodynamic therapy, psychodramatic techniques, and EMDR. My clients enjoy my sense of humor, authenticity, and passion for my work.
As a psychologist, I assist clients in working through many difficult life events, mental health disorders, and general day to day struggles. I primarily focus on adults and adolescents with a variety of concerns including adjustment issues, depression and anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, OCD, gender/sexuality issues, and couples/marital issues. I am experienced and trained in several specific psychological modalities including CBT, DBT, interpersonal process therapy, psychodynamic therapy, psychodramatic techniques, and EMDR. My clients enjoy my sense of humor, authenticity, and passion for my work.
(970) 517-2850 View (970) 517-2850
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Erin Owens
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538
Erin received a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from University of Northern Colorado and an MA in Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Before starting her own practice, she spent 8.5 years at a Christian non-profit counseling center serving a variety of populations. She also spent four years serving in a variety of leadership roles in the organization and supervising clinicians in the process of completing their licensing hours. Before joining that group practice, Erin interned at Medical Center of the Rockies, which grew her heart for healing trauma and working with medical professionals and first responders.
Erin received a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from University of Northern Colorado and an MA in Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Before starting her own practice, she spent 8.5 years at a Christian non-profit counseling center serving a variety of populations. She also spent four years serving in a variety of leadership roles in the organization and supervising clinicians in the process of completing their licensing hours. Before joining that group practice, Erin interned at Medical Center of the Rockies, which grew her heart for healing trauma and working with medical professionals and first responders.
(970) 432-4963 View (970) 432-4963
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Ashlyn LaVine
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFT-C
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80537
Welcome! As a systems trained therapist, I specialize in working with children 8 years old and older, adolescents, adults and couples who are experiencing a wide array of concerns related to relationships, emotional regulation or life transitions. I value creating a safe and trusting therapeutic alliance where I seek to understand your worldview. Through our collaborative work, you will discover new strategies for connecting with yourself and others, leading to a transformation of current pain into sustainable peace and fulfillment in life.
Welcome! As a systems trained therapist, I specialize in working with children 8 years old and older, adolescents, adults and couples who are experiencing a wide array of concerns related to relationships, emotional regulation or life transitions. I value creating a safe and trusting therapeutic alliance where I seek to understand your worldview. Through our collaborative work, you will discover new strategies for connecting with yourself and others, leading to a transformation of current pain into sustainable peace and fulfillment in life.
(970) 548-2239 View (970) 548-2239
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Lynne McRae
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538  (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed by the challenges of life? Stressed out, burned out, coming out? My name is Lynne McRae, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, Certified Clinical Herbalist, Reiki Master, and Yoga Nidra teacher. I work well with people who experience anxiety, which can present itself as stress and burnout, using substances, food, or social media to cope, hating your body, feeling in emotional or physical pain, unhappy relationships, disempowering sexual experiences, grief and loss, or many other types of disconnections.
Do you feel overwhelmed by the challenges of life? Stressed out, burned out, coming out? My name is Lynne McRae, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, Certified Clinical Herbalist, Reiki Master, and Yoga Nidra teacher. I work well with people who experience anxiety, which can present itself as stress and burnout, using substances, food, or social media to cope, hating your body, feeling in emotional or physical pain, unhappy relationships, disempowering sexual experiences, grief and loss, or many other types of disconnections.
(844) 945-2921 View (844) 945-2921
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Specialty Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538
Welcome to Specialty! We are a group of counselors with our own specialty areas. We believe in a “goodness of fit,” and want you to connect with your ideal counselor. We are currently accepting new clients and can provide both in-person and virtual sessions. Our team can treat most conditions and we accept most insurances. Check out our website for more information about who we are. We hope to hear from you soon!
Welcome to Specialty! We are a group of counselors with our own specialty areas. We believe in a “goodness of fit,” and want you to connect with your ideal counselor. We are currently accepting new clients and can provide both in-person and virtual sessions. Our team can treat most conditions and we accept most insurances. Check out our website for more information about who we are. We hope to hear from you soon!
(970) 825-1531 View (970) 825-1531
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Michael Ruttenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Loveland, CO 80538
Are you ready for change? Are you ready to take a deep look at your relationships? Are you willing to explore the meaning and impact of your relationships in your life? Are you wanting to live your best life? Are you willing to be challenged? If you are answering yes, even if it is a maybe, it would be an honor to walk alongside of you as you discover the path forward.
Are you ready for change? Are you ready to take a deep look at your relationships? Are you willing to explore the meaning and impact of your relationships in your life? Are you wanting to live your best life? Are you willing to be challenged? If you are answering yes, even if it is a maybe, it would be an honor to walk alongside of you as you discover the path forward.
(970) 636-2419 View (970) 636-2419
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Dr. Kimberly Murray
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Loveland, CO 80538  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone sees your “perfect” relationship, telling you how lucky you are to have your partner by your side. You smile and nod in agreeance, but behind closed doors, you know the truth: tension, fighting, lack of intimacy, exhaustion with one another, and constant miscommunication. You feel like you are constantly walking on eggshells, never knowing what will lead to the next fight or night in complete silence. You have tried hard to fix these issues but are losing energy, and frankly losing hope.
Everyone sees your “perfect” relationship, telling you how lucky you are to have your partner by your side. You smile and nod in agreeance, but behind closed doors, you know the truth: tension, fighting, lack of intimacy, exhaustion with one another, and constant miscommunication. You feel like you are constantly walking on eggshells, never knowing what will lead to the next fight or night in complete silence. You have tried hard to fix these issues but are losing energy, and frankly losing hope.
(970) 670-7266 View (970) 670-7266
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.