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Dr. Ariel Maria
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902  (Online Only)
Specializing in couples and marriage counseling and anxiety disorders, I use cognitive behavioral (CBT) and solution-focused approaches.
As a counselor, I believe the client is the expert in their own lives and the counseling relationship is a collaborative process. My role is to help clients navigate the challenges that make it difficult for us to achieve our goals and live our most fulfilling lives. I will work to help you master the skills necessary to overcome the barriers present in your life. With empathy and radical genuineness, we can establish the best foundation for your healing journey. Through a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, I have helped countless individuals and couples overcome the barriers we encounter throughout our lives.
Specializing in couples and marriage counseling and anxiety disorders, I use cognitive behavioral (CBT) and solution-focused approaches.
As a counselor, I believe the client is the expert in their own lives and the counseling relationship is a collaborative process. My role is to help clients navigate the challenges that make it difficult for us to achieve our goals and live our most fulfilling lives. I will work to help you master the skills necessary to overcome the barriers present in your life. With empathy and radical genuineness, we can establish the best foundation for your healing journey. Through a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, I have helped countless individuals and couples overcome the barriers we encounter throughout our lives.
(203) 408-6462 View (203) 408-6462
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Restorative Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06905
Coping with life's stressors, managing difficult emotions, and healing from past and present wounds can be challenging. At every stage of life individuals are faced with difficulties. If you are seeking support/guidance that meets you where you are, restorative therapy is here to meet your needs. You will have the assistance of a trauma-informed, licensed marriage and family therapist; with almost a decade of experience working with children as young as five years old, teens, adults, couples, and families. Restorative Therapy provides a warm, empathetic, strength-based approach to therapy that considers the whole person.
Coping with life's stressors, managing difficult emotions, and healing from past and present wounds can be challenging. At every stage of life individuals are faced with difficulties. If you are seeking support/guidance that meets you where you are, restorative therapy is here to meet your needs. You will have the assistance of a trauma-informed, licensed marriage and family therapist; with almost a decade of experience working with children as young as five years old, teens, adults, couples, and families. Restorative Therapy provides a warm, empathetic, strength-based approach to therapy that considers the whole person.
(475) 271-1628 View (475) 271-1628
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Christina Frith
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stamford, CT 06902  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate and effective support to individuals facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, women's issues, as well as couples facing communication challenges and relationship difficulties. My approach integrates Solution-Focused Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy, offering a collaborative and empowering journey towards healing and growth. In my practice, I prioritize creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns and aspirations freely.
As a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapist, I am deeply committed to providing compassionate and effective support to individuals facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, women's issues, as well as couples facing communication challenges and relationship difficulties. My approach integrates Solution-Focused Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy, offering a collaborative and empowering journey towards healing and growth. In my practice, I prioritize creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns and aspirations freely.
(203) 987-4699 View (203) 987-4699
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Paul J Donoghue
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
I am a clinical psychologist in Shippan Point, Stamford, Connecticut. I have years of experience treating a variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, self-image issues and marital discord. I am a humanistic psychologist and the author of two books on communication: Are You Really Listening (with a forward by Joan Lunden) and We Really Need to Talk (with an endorsement by Archbishop Desmond Tutu). I have also written Sick and Tired of Feeling Sick and Tired: Living with Invisible Chronic Illness. I am an executive coach with clients from the financial industry and the non-profit and education worlds.
I am a clinical psychologist in Shippan Point, Stamford, Connecticut. I have years of experience treating a variety of conditions including depression, anxiety, self-image issues and marital discord. I am a humanistic psychologist and the author of two books on communication: Are You Really Listening (with a forward by Joan Lunden) and We Really Need to Talk (with an endorsement by Archbishop Desmond Tutu). I have also written Sick and Tired of Feeling Sick and Tired: Living with Invisible Chronic Illness. I am an executive coach with clients from the financial industry and the non-profit and education worlds.
(475) 472-9773 View (475) 472-9773
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Glenn Wolff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stamford, CT 06906  (Online Only)
I can help you if you are feeling stressed in your job or your marriage.
I have had success helping people with depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, grief and loss. I have over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy and counseling to adults, adolescents, couples and families, in an empathic and supportive setting. My treatment approach uses a combination of insight-oriented, family systems, and cognitive-behavioral therapies.
I can help you if you are feeling stressed in your job or your marriage.
I have had success helping people with depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, grief and loss. I have over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy and counseling to adults, adolescents, couples and families, in an empathic and supportive setting. My treatment approach uses a combination of insight-oriented, family systems, and cognitive-behavioral therapies.
(203) 583-8211 View (203) 583-8211
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Dr. Dwan Milam-Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06901
I am a certified anxiety and trauma therapist (EMDR), and relationship expert (PhD. in marriage and family therapy and LICSW) with over 19 years of experience. I provide individual, couple, group, and family therapy. I have a natural health approach. Many of my clients are seeking alternatives other than prescription medication for anxiety and depression. I am a practitioner of yoga and a herbalist. I'm not just EMDR "trained", but also certified with advanced hours in trauma. Best times to reach me for a free phone consultation - before 11 am, between 2-3:00 and after 7 pm.
I am a certified anxiety and trauma therapist (EMDR), and relationship expert (PhD. in marriage and family therapy and LICSW) with over 19 years of experience. I provide individual, couple, group, and family therapy. I have a natural health approach. Many of my clients are seeking alternatives other than prescription medication for anxiety and depression. I am a practitioner of yoga and a herbalist. I'm not just EMDR "trained", but also certified with advanced hours in trauma. Best times to reach me for a free phone consultation - before 11 am, between 2-3:00 and after 7 pm.
(612) 500-4125 View (612) 500-4125
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Dr. Normajean Cefarelli
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06910
As a doctoral level marriage and family therapist, I have the highest level of clinical and academic training.
Have you ever wondered whether in person or video therapy would work for you? I offer a complimentary phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, crisis management, anger issues, couples, and family issues. I have extensive experience working with individuals and families using CBT, mindfulness, and family system interventions. I work to create a virtual safe haven where we can explore your challenges. In addition to seeing clients virtually at Greenwich Psychology Group, I am a virtual professor and clinical supervisor at New York University.
As a doctoral level marriage and family therapist, I have the highest level of clinical and academic training.
Have you ever wondered whether in person or video therapy would work for you? I offer a complimentary phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, crisis management, anger issues, couples, and family issues. I have extensive experience working with individuals and families using CBT, mindfulness, and family system interventions. I work to create a virtual safe haven where we can explore your challenges. In addition to seeing clients virtually at Greenwich Psychology Group, I am a virtual professor and clinical supervisor at New York University.
(347) 752-5447 View (347) 752-5447
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Dr. Dwan M Milam-Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06901
I am certified in anxiety and trauma (EMDR). I am also a relationship expert with a PhD in marriage and family therapy and a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-S, LICSW). I have over 19 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, couples, groups, and families. Many of my clients choose alternative methods for dealing with anxiety and depression instead of prescription medication. I am also a certified herbalist and a practitioner of yoga. I'm not just EMDR "trained", but also certified with advanced hours in trauma. Best times to reach me for a free phone consultation - before 12 pm, between 3-4:00 and after 6 pm.
I am certified in anxiety and trauma (EMDR). I am also a relationship expert with a PhD in marriage and family therapy and a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-S, LICSW). I have over 19 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, couples, groups, and families. Many of my clients choose alternative methods for dealing with anxiety and depression instead of prescription medication. I am also a certified herbalist and a practitioner of yoga. I'm not just EMDR "trained", but also certified with advanced hours in trauma. Best times to reach me for a free phone consultation - before 12 pm, between 3-4:00 and after 6 pm.
(475) 262-9272 View (475) 262-9272
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Jacqueline Stephens
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06907
As CT licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my approach is broadly humanistic, client-centered, systems oriented and trauma informed.
Does this sound familiar?: You've lost touch with the hopes and dreams that used to motivate and inspire you. An important relationship is in trouble: your relationship with your spouse, partner, child, or family is a repeated source of pain. You received feedback that you don’t seem yourself lately or that your behavior is alarming to those who care about you. The responsiveness of a therapist can help us acknowledge the deep urging and longings of our truer selves. Therapy can be a place where we chart a new course for our lives. “You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” --Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
As CT licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my approach is broadly humanistic, client-centered, systems oriented and trauma informed.
Does this sound familiar?: You've lost touch with the hopes and dreams that used to motivate and inspire you. An important relationship is in trouble: your relationship with your spouse, partner, child, or family is a repeated source of pain. You received feedback that you don’t seem yourself lately or that your behavior is alarming to those who care about you. The responsiveness of a therapist can help us acknowledge the deep urging and longings of our truer selves. Therapy can be a place where we chart a new course for our lives. “You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” --Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
(203) 302-9826 View (203) 302-9826
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Patrick Davin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stamford, CT 06906
I regularly counsel individual patients dealing with marital and relationship issues, including those contemplating separation or divorce, as well as patients struggling with generalized anxiety, past and present trauma, depression, substance use, and communication problems.
My goals as a therapist are simple: To help you overcome your current problems through honest reflection and collaboration in an empathetic, non-judgmental and trusting therapeutic relationship. I want you to leave my office feeling stronger, more resilient, self-aware, and hopeful about your future. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, marital problems, challenging transitions like separation or divorce, or just the day-to-day stress of managing life, we'll work together to find the solutions that will ease your symptoms and, most importantly, help you heal and grow.
I regularly counsel individual patients dealing with marital and relationship issues, including those contemplating separation or divorce, as well as patients struggling with generalized anxiety, past and present trauma, depression, substance use, and communication problems.
My goals as a therapist are simple: To help you overcome your current problems through honest reflection and collaboration in an empathetic, non-judgmental and trusting therapeutic relationship. I want you to leave my office feeling stronger, more resilient, self-aware, and hopeful about your future. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, marital problems, challenging transitions like separation or divorce, or just the day-to-day stress of managing life, we'll work together to find the solutions that will ease your symptoms and, most importantly, help you heal and grow.
(917) 877-0366 View (917) 877-0366
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James P. Cooney, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
I also provide Family, Marital, and Couples therapy.
Are you new to therapy, and looking for the most advanced neuroscience-based interventions available? Or, have you tried talk therapy and made progress, but ultimately felt that it wasn’t enough? Have you returned to using alcohol or other drugs despite your best efforts in recovery? What if there were a way of reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts, trauma, and attention problems that could complement talk therapy? A new approach to treatment called Neurofeedback yields promising results of this nature.
I also provide Family, Marital, and Couples therapy.
Are you new to therapy, and looking for the most advanced neuroscience-based interventions available? Or, have you tried talk therapy and made progress, but ultimately felt that it wasn’t enough? Have you returned to using alcohol or other drugs despite your best efforts in recovery? What if there were a way of reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts, trauma, and attention problems that could complement talk therapy? A new approach to treatment called Neurofeedback yields promising results of this nature.
(203) 633-4533 View (203) 633-4533
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Jaime Sanchez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06901
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals in a supportive, confidential, and non-judgmental environment to resolve issues and reconnect with a deeper understanding of their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and tailored to meet specific needs to assist each individual in self-reflection, actively staying present, and moving forward with positive changes. I assist individuals in exploring their thoughts and feelings by challenging their thinking and offering alternative perspectives for the development of healthier relationships with themself and others.
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with individuals in a supportive, confidential, and non-judgmental environment to resolve issues and reconnect with a deeper understanding of their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and tailored to meet specific needs to assist each individual in self-reflection, actively staying present, and moving forward with positive changes. I assist individuals in exploring their thoughts and feelings by challenging their thinking and offering alternative perspectives for the development of healthier relationships with themself and others.
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Michelle Woodward
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06906
Finding balance is hard and we all need help sometimes. School struggles, parenting/marital stress, or past traumatic events can lead us to feel overwhelmed. Therapy is a powerful experience to better understand our emotions and behaviors. You deserve to be happy. Feeling anger, hurt, or sadness is natural, but it doesn't have to define you or control you or your child's life. With my diverse background, I am committed to helping you/your child reclaim your happiness and achieve mental and emotional well-being. Together we will build the skills and resilience you need to achieve growth and see change.
Finding balance is hard and we all need help sometimes. School struggles, parenting/marital stress, or past traumatic events can lead us to feel overwhelmed. Therapy is a powerful experience to better understand our emotions and behaviors. You deserve to be happy. Feeling anger, hurt, or sadness is natural, but it doesn't have to define you or control you or your child's life. With my diverse background, I am committed to helping you/your child reclaim your happiness and achieve mental and emotional well-being. Together we will build the skills and resilience you need to achieve growth and see change.
(203) 202-3422 View (203) 202-3422
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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 22 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 22 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
(475) 255-7342 View (475) 255-7342
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A Journey to Healing Counseling, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06903  (Online Only)
I'm Tahara, a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping individuals like you navigate the intricacies of their emotional world. My passion lies in assisting clients in their pursuit of self-confidence, self-advocacy, and emotional well-being. ​
I'm Tahara, a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping individuals like you navigate the intricacies of their emotional world. My passion lies in assisting clients in their pursuit of self-confidence, self-advocacy, and emotional well-being. ​
(860) 385-6905 View (860) 385-6905
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Jennifer Jo Brout
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, EdM
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902  (Online Only)
I specialize in children, adults and families affected by Sensory Processing Disorders, Misophonia,learning disabilities and developmental disorders. I co-founded the Sensory Processing and Emotion Regulation Program at Duke University (now CMER) and am Director of the International Misophonia Research Network. As a School Psychologist, LPC and mother of adult old triplets. I am well versed in parenting, school issues, and I am highly empathic (and nonjudgmental). I believe in only evidenced-based treatment, and in providing emotional support in order to affect change or to help those in need of coping skills development.
I specialize in children, adults and families affected by Sensory Processing Disorders, Misophonia,learning disabilities and developmental disorders. I co-founded the Sensory Processing and Emotion Regulation Program at Duke University (now CMER) and am Director of the International Misophonia Research Network. As a School Psychologist, LPC and mother of adult old triplets. I am well versed in parenting, school issues, and I am highly empathic (and nonjudgmental). I believe in only evidenced-based treatment, and in providing emotional support in order to affect change or to help those in need of coping skills development.
(203) 793-6018 View (203) 793-6018
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Medina Cecunjanin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
Are you a high-achieving Type A who has accomplished professional success but is struggling? Do you feel disengaged, lonely, negative, and beginning to dislike the person you are becoming? I have specialized training with high-functioning individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and relationship issues. I can help you harness your difficulties by learning how to manage stressors that come up in life and building resilience. I combine strategies from the best in our field, including evidence-based, solution-focused, and exploratory treatment. Simply put, whatever you're going through, I can help.
Are you a high-achieving Type A who has accomplished professional success but is struggling? Do you feel disengaged, lonely, negative, and beginning to dislike the person you are becoming? I have specialized training with high-functioning individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and relationship issues. I can help you harness your difficulties by learning how to manage stressors that come up in life and building resilience. I combine strategies from the best in our field, including evidence-based, solution-focused, and exploratory treatment. Simply put, whatever you're going through, I can help.
(475) 242-0378 View (475) 242-0378
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reVision Studio LLC Therapy & Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06901  (Online Only)
I believe in the value and beauty of every individual and consider it a privilege to help someone recognize and experience the gifts they have inside. I see asking for help as a positive step, resulting in an opportunity to receive new insights, hope and strength for the tasks at hand. I know that life's lessons are often painful and yet can create the greatest opportunity for self-growth. Whether you are dealing with chronic mental or physical health problems, stressful life transitions, traumatic events or other life challenges, you can get help and healing. I encourage you to start the journey today!
I believe in the value and beauty of every individual and consider it a privilege to help someone recognize and experience the gifts they have inside. I see asking for help as a positive step, resulting in an opportunity to receive new insights, hope and strength for the tasks at hand. I know that life's lessons are often painful and yet can create the greatest opportunity for self-growth. Whether you are dealing with chronic mental or physical health problems, stressful life transitions, traumatic events or other life challenges, you can get help and healing. I encourage you to start the journey today!
(203) 433-0773 View (203) 433-0773
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Heather Agid
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
Welcome! I'd like to introduce myself, my name is Heather Agid and I'm an LCSW in Connecticut. If you're tired of faking a smile to get through the day, or can't wait for bed as soon as you wake up, I want to help. I take a realistic, down to earth approach to highlight my client's strengths while understanding their difficulties; providing them with valuable tools to independently use for years to come. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and young to middle-aged adults. My primary history of treatment includes anxiety, depression, trauma and parenting.
Welcome! I'd like to introduce myself, my name is Heather Agid and I'm an LCSW in Connecticut. If you're tired of faking a smile to get through the day, or can't wait for bed as soon as you wake up, I want to help. I take a realistic, down to earth approach to highlight my client's strengths while understanding their difficulties; providing them with valuable tools to independently use for years to come. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and young to middle-aged adults. My primary history of treatment includes anxiety, depression, trauma and parenting.
(475) 445-1771 View (475) 445-1771
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Vera Alice de Toledo-Powell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
My mission is to provide compassionate counseling that instills hope, provides tools to cope with life challenges, builds resilience; promotes mental health and well-being that will positively affect your life. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery. It is through our therapeutic alliance that we will travel together into a journey to optimal mental health and behavioral changes.
My mission is to provide compassionate counseling that instills hope, provides tools to cope with life challenges, builds resilience; promotes mental health and well-being that will positively affect your life. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery. It is through our therapeutic alliance that we will travel together into a journey to optimal mental health and behavioral changes.
(203) 826-2570 View (203) 826-2570
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.