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The Couples Clinic
Verified Verified
Fox Valley, IL 60599
Don’t gamble with the most important relationship in your life. Get proven help! This week, thousands of partners around the world used our approach to get their relationships back on track. Next week, you can be one of them. For over 35 years, we have been refining a power-packed, streamlined system for restoring broken connections. Our guidance is practical, step-by-step, and straight to the heart of the matter. We’ll pinpoint the changes that you need to make, guide you through the tough conversations, and steer you away from the rabbit holes that can sidetrack progress.
Don’t gamble with the most important relationship in your life. Get proven help! This week, thousands of partners around the world used our approach to get their relationships back on track. Next week, you can be one of them. For over 35 years, we have been refining a power-packed, streamlined system for restoring broken connections. Our guidance is practical, step-by-step, and straight to the heart of the matter. We’ll pinpoint the changes that you need to make, guide you through the tough conversations, and steer you away from the rabbit holes that can sidetrack progress.
(630) 599-8797 View (630) 599-8797

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Photo of Tamara Denton, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Fox Valley, IL
Tamara Denton
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC, CADC, CAMS, SAP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Maywood, IL 60153
As a skilled Counselor, Educator and Coach, I provide individual, family, couples, and marital coaching sessions in an empowering environment where clients can feel safe and secure as they work toward achieving their goals.
I am Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, as well as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Anger Management Specialist and Qualified Substance Abuse Professional.
As a skilled Counselor, Educator and Coach, I provide individual, family, couples, and marital coaching sessions in an empowering environment where clients can feel safe and secure as they work toward achieving their goals.
I am Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, as well as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Anger Management Specialist and Qualified Substance Abuse Professional.
(708) 375-1624 View (708) 375-1624
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Sheila Harris-Fitzpatrick
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, DCC, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60302
I've counseled marriage couples, couples before marriage, families dealing with death, and individuals with anger management issues.
ONLINE COUNSELING AVAILABLE! Get counseling without going out. I specialized in remote online counseling. I have immediate openings for daytime, evening, and weekend appointments. My passion is working with individuals relating to grief and other life transitions; which include, employment exit strategies, career decisions while identifying gifts and talents, finding your life calling and coaching through life altering events. I am a excellent couples counselor and whether you are preparing for marriage or married, I can help you become better communicators and partners for life.
I've counseled marriage couples, couples before marriage, families dealing with death, and individuals with anger management issues.
ONLINE COUNSELING AVAILABLE! Get counseling without going out. I specialized in remote online counseling. I have immediate openings for daytime, evening, and weekend appointments. My passion is working with individuals relating to grief and other life transitions; which include, employment exit strategies, career decisions while identifying gifts and talents, finding your life calling and coaching through life altering events. I am a excellent couples counselor and whether you are preparing for marriage or married, I can help you become better communicators and partners for life.
(630) 491-4239 View (630) 491-4239
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Margot Gay Mahan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60302
I am trained as a Clinical Psychologist & Marriage and Family Therapist.
I believe our primary desire is to form satisfying, balanced relationships. I work from a Developmental, Attachment, Relational perspective and frequently incorporate Trauma & Family Systems Models into my work. I have extensive experience with infants, young children, teens, families & adults. When working with children I strive to work collaboratively with all relevant members in the child's life to understand & treat that child.
I am trained as a Clinical Psychologist & Marriage and Family Therapist.
I believe our primary desire is to form satisfying, balanced relationships. I work from a Developmental, Attachment, Relational perspective and frequently incorporate Trauma & Family Systems Models into my work. I have extensive experience with infants, young children, teens, families & adults. When working with children I strive to work collaboratively with all relevant members in the child's life to understand & treat that child.
(773) 417-5418 View (773) 417-5418
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Susan L Adler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60302
Pre-marital, marital coaching/psychotherapy, divorce/separation recovery, adult individual psychotherapy, relationship issues, adult children of alcoholics, stress, self esteem, personal growth, life transitions, infidelity, co-dependency, LGBTQIA, adjustment disorders, grief/loss, adult survivors of sexual abuse, consultation.
Feeling stuck? A Chicago Social Worker of the Year (National Association of Social Workers). Published, award-winning author in the field. 25+ yrs experience. English, Spanish. AAMFT clinical member/supervisor. Respectful, skilled, organized, friendly, approachable. Model based approach. LGBTQIA. Goal based, non-pathologizing strength-based model. Highly recommended as humanistic, safe, therapist, trainer and consultant. Popular TEDx Talk: Secrets of a Couples Counselor: 3 steps to Happier Relationships available to watch on Youtube, through my website or google Susan Adler TEDx. www.susanLadler.com
Pre-marital, marital coaching/psychotherapy, divorce/separation recovery, adult individual psychotherapy, relationship issues, adult children of alcoholics, stress, self esteem, personal growth, life transitions, infidelity, co-dependency, LGBTQIA, adjustment disorders, grief/loss, adult survivors of sexual abuse, consultation.
Feeling stuck? A Chicago Social Worker of the Year (National Association of Social Workers). Published, award-winning author in the field. 25+ yrs experience. English, Spanish. AAMFT clinical member/supervisor. Respectful, skilled, organized, friendly, approachable. Model based approach. LGBTQIA. Goal based, non-pathologizing strength-based model. Highly recommended as humanistic, safe, therapist, trainer and consultant. Popular TEDx Talk: Secrets of a Couples Counselor: 3 steps to Happier Relationships available to watch on Youtube, through my website or google Susan Adler TEDx. www.susanLadler.com
(708) 771-4636 View (708) 771-4636
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Jackie Carson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60301
Jacquelyn is a Marriage and Family Therapist with specialized training in working systemically with individuals, couples, and families. She experience in both community mental health and partial hospitalization settings, treating issues of anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and (sexual) trauma. She is adamant about addressing matters surrounding high conflict relationships, communication, first and second-generation challenges, grief and loss and complex family dynamics.
Jacquelyn is a Marriage and Family Therapist with specialized training in working systemically with individuals, couples, and families. She experience in both community mental health and partial hospitalization settings, treating issues of anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, and (sexual) trauma. She is adamant about addressing matters surrounding high conflict relationships, communication, first and second-generation challenges, grief and loss and complex family dynamics.
(708) 809-8110 View (708) 809-8110
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Nicole Boehne
Counselor, LCPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60302  (Online Only)
My clinical specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Female Health, Menopause, LGBTQ, Transgender Youth,Premartial,Marriage,Grief,Parenting/ Parenting Children w/Special Needs.
Trying to find a therapist can be overwhelming. I’m here to make this process easy and help you find relief. I believe in a person’s capacity for change and the ability of each of us to reach our life goals. I’ll work with you to identify and remove the obstacles you have been facing. With humor and creativity, we will create the supportive environment you need to achieve your goals. I am passionate about connecting with people, and helping them to gain new ways of coping with life’s stressors.Ready to feel like yourself again?
My clinical specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Female Health, Menopause, LGBTQ, Transgender Youth,Premartial,Marriage,Grief,Parenting/ Parenting Children w/Special Needs.
Trying to find a therapist can be overwhelming. I’m here to make this process easy and help you find relief. I believe in a person’s capacity for change and the ability of each of us to reach our life goals. I’ll work with you to identify and remove the obstacles you have been facing. With humor and creativity, we will create the supportive environment you need to achieve your goals. I am passionate about connecting with people, and helping them to gain new ways of coping with life’s stressors.Ready to feel like yourself again?
(708) 223-2432 View (708) 223-2432
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Paul Giblin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60302
I often work with young couples, older couples, and dual career couples who are surprised and in pain over the loss of intimacy and play in their relationship and who struggle to make their marriage a priority.
I specialize in couples counseling, family counseling, counseling with men, and premarital counseling. I help clients make meaning of their struggles, articulate their desires, and collaborate to reach their goals. I normalize and interpret conflict in terms of differences, identity, connection, and power issues. Intimacy and anger, stress and time constraints, are often the focus of our work together. I tend to be fairly transparent and strengths-focused. I also specialize in the integration of spirituality and psychotherapy.
I often work with young couples, older couples, and dual career couples who are surprised and in pain over the loss of intimacy and play in their relationship and who struggle to make their marriage a priority.
I specialize in couples counseling, family counseling, counseling with men, and premarital counseling. I help clients make meaning of their struggles, articulate their desires, and collaborate to reach their goals. I normalize and interpret conflict in terms of differences, identity, connection, and power issues. Intimacy and anger, stress and time constraints, are often the focus of our work together. I tend to be fairly transparent and strengths-focused. I also specialize in the integration of spirituality and psychotherapy.
(773) 599-0980 View (773) 599-0980
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Chanel A Gray
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CSTIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60302  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with experience working with adults, couples, families, and groups. I received my Master's in Counseling with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy from Governors State University. I've worked in a variety of mental health settings including residential substance abuse treatment, senior/veteran housing, EAP, and private practice. I have extensive experience working with clients dealing with co-occurring disorders, relationship issues, and grief/loss. I use a variety of theoretical orientations and collaboratively work with clients to provide support and continuous growth.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with experience working with adults, couples, families, and groups. I received my Master's in Counseling with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy from Governors State University. I've worked in a variety of mental health settings including residential substance abuse treatment, senior/veteran housing, EAP, and private practice. I have extensive experience working with clients dealing with co-occurring disorders, relationship issues, and grief/loss. I use a variety of theoretical orientations and collaboratively work with clients to provide support and continuous growth.
(708) 295-3526 View (708) 295-3526
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Get Your Mind Right Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60304  (Online Only)
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, we look at all areas of your life that have impacted and shaped your current thinking.
I AM a Professional Questioner, Listener, and Change Agent! Curator of Get Your Mind Right Therapy Services LLC., we work with Pastors/Wives, Ministers, Couples, and Adult Individuals. Our motto: ‘A Healed Mind Leads to a Healed Life’. We expose unhealthy thoughts, behaviors, and patterns helping you create healthy ones, so you can live a fulfilling and productive life! We believe in healing both Naturally and Spiritually! We provide a Confidential and Space of Safety for you to process. We work heavily with the Church Community and understand some of the misconceptions and thoughts people have been taught regarding God and therapy!
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, we look at all areas of your life that have impacted and shaped your current thinking.
I AM a Professional Questioner, Listener, and Change Agent! Curator of Get Your Mind Right Therapy Services LLC., we work with Pastors/Wives, Ministers, Couples, and Adult Individuals. Our motto: ‘A Healed Mind Leads to a Healed Life’. We expose unhealthy thoughts, behaviors, and patterns helping you create healthy ones, so you can live a fulfilling and productive life! We believe in healing both Naturally and Spiritually! We provide a Confidential and Space of Safety for you to process. We work heavily with the Church Community and understand some of the misconceptions and thoughts people have been taught regarding God and therapy!
(773) 232-3465 View (773) 232-3465
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Julie Gerut
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60301
I help individuals and couples develop clear strategies to reduce feelings of anxiety, depression and loneliness. Those coping with marital or relationship difficulties, career transitions and parenting issues find my gentle directness helpful in improving the quality of their lives. In a calm, neutral environment, I offer clients the opportunity to understand themselves in a manner that leads to more satisfying family, marital and work relationships. I utilize family systems and cognitive behavioral therapy to help individuals and couples improve their communication skills and navigate the uncertain waters of change.
I help individuals and couples develop clear strategies to reduce feelings of anxiety, depression and loneliness. Those coping with marital or relationship difficulties, career transitions and parenting issues find my gentle directness helpful in improving the quality of their lives. In a calm, neutral environment, I offer clients the opportunity to understand themselves in a manner that leads to more satisfying family, marital and work relationships. I utilize family systems and cognitive behavioral therapy to help individuals and couples improve their communication skills and navigate the uncertain waters of change.
(312) 789-5420 View (312) 789-5420
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Jaime Henry-Juravic
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60302
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families, I approach my work from a systemic and integrative perspective.
*No Current Availability* To seek therapy takes courage and curiosity. The process of therapy gives us the opportunity to explore the impact of the multiple systems with which we are connected- family, work, home, friends, community- in the context of an affirming relationship with the therapist. Through this process, we come to better understand how we have interacted with these systems over time, the strategies we have developed to navigate them successfully, and how these systems have impacted us, contributing to both opportunities and challenges.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families, I approach my work from a systemic and integrative perspective.
*No Current Availability* To seek therapy takes courage and curiosity. The process of therapy gives us the opportunity to explore the impact of the multiple systems with which we are connected- family, work, home, friends, community- in the context of an affirming relationship with the therapist. Through this process, we come to better understand how we have interacted with these systems over time, the strategies we have developed to navigate them successfully, and how these systems have impacted us, contributing to both opportunities and challenges.
(773) 904-0328 View (773) 904-0328
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Gail Zarbin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60304
I Welcome being able to help you with the challenges that are causing stress and concerns for you. I work with individuals, couple, and children. I can help you improve your parenting tools to decrease conflict. I can assist with tools to decrease anviety aboiut life challenges and transitions. I counsel individuals and couples going through the challenges of infertility and family planning choices. I am dedicated to offering support and guidance to find hope during this journey . I conduct required psychological assessment for Intended Parents, egg donors, and surrogates.
I Welcome being able to help you with the challenges that are causing stress and concerns for you. I work with individuals, couple, and children. I can help you improve your parenting tools to decrease conflict. I can assist with tools to decrease anviety aboiut life challenges and transitions. I counsel individuals and couples going through the challenges of infertility and family planning choices. I am dedicated to offering support and guidance to find hope during this journey . I conduct required psychological assessment for Intended Parents, egg donors, and surrogates.
(312) 763-8169 View (312) 763-8169
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Kate Paluszek
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Broadview, IL 60155
Are you feeling stressed, nervous, or down? Not happy in your relationship? Unsure about making a decision in your life? Looking to start living a more fulfilling and happier life? Psychotherapy can help you to discover your inner strengths and gain insights about yourself that can lead you towards achieving your goals in therapy and beyond.
Are you feeling stressed, nervous, or down? Not happy in your relationship? Unsure about making a decision in your life? Looking to start living a more fulfilling and happier life? Psychotherapy can help you to discover your inner strengths and gain insights about yourself that can lead you towards achieving your goals in therapy and beyond.
(708) 762-1249 View (708) 762-1249
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Samiera Caldwell
MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60302
My approach to counseling has been to build mutual trust with my clients, in order to help them identify their inner strengths, followed by them using those strengths to overcome life’s negative experiences.  I am passionate about working with minority clients because I understand the sensitive and uncomfortable nature that comes with asking for help. I enjoy collaboratively dismantling the expectations and pressures that clients carry to be strong and have it all together.
My approach to counseling has been to build mutual trust with my clients, in order to help them identify their inner strengths, followed by them using those strengths to overcome life’s negative experiences.  I am passionate about working with minority clients because I understand the sensitive and uncomfortable nature that comes with asking for help. I enjoy collaboratively dismantling the expectations and pressures that clients carry to be strong and have it all together.
(847) 232-6806 View (847) 232-6806
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Rebecca Bensfield
Counselor, PsyD, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Riverside, IL 60546  (Online Only)
My goal is to support you during your journey to grow and heal from experiences that are impacting your ability to be the healthiest version of you. I strive to provide an environment that is open, safe, and tailored to your unique needs. I will assist you to find solutions and see results that make meaningful differences in your life. I want you to feel a sense of relief and freedom as you improve your understanding of how the choices you make impact your sense of self, your relationships, and the way you view life.
My goal is to support you during your journey to grow and heal from experiences that are impacting your ability to be the healthiest version of you. I strive to provide an environment that is open, safe, and tailored to your unique needs. I will assist you to find solutions and see results that make meaningful differences in your life. I want you to feel a sense of relief and freedom as you improve your understanding of how the choices you make impact your sense of self, your relationships, and the way you view life.
(630) 481-6415 View (630) 481-6415
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Marianne Ogbonnaya
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oak Park, IL 60302  (Online Only)
I specialize in self-esteem issues and will work with you to increase your confidence and sense of well-being. I work with a variety of individuals and provide culturally affirming counselling to BIPOC, with a focus on first-generation and immigrants. Whether you're feeling stuck, depressed, helpless, anxious, worried, unsure, or insecure you deserve to be heard and understood. My passion is creating a safe and supportive environment to navigate life's challenges. Wherever you may be on that journey, I want to help support you!
I specialize in self-esteem issues and will work with you to increase your confidence and sense of well-being. I work with a variety of individuals and provide culturally affirming counselling to BIPOC, with a focus on first-generation and immigrants. Whether you're feeling stuck, depressed, helpless, anxious, worried, unsure, or insecure you deserve to be heard and understood. My passion is creating a safe and supportive environment to navigate life's challenges. Wherever you may be on that journey, I want to help support you!
(708) 634-4942 View (708) 634-4942
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Linda Small
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60301  (Online Only)
I work best with clients who are troubled by anxiety, depression, relationship issues, losses or trauma, and life transition issues. I provide individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. I use a variety of treatment techniques including cognitive, psychodynamic, and client-centered therapies as well as behavior management strategies. My research on coping with traumatic life events has prepared me well to work with clients who have experienced trauma and crisis. A life crisis can be debilitating at first, but can lead to a search for meaning and dramatic new growth. It is exciting for me to accompany clients in this process!
I work best with clients who are troubled by anxiety, depression, relationship issues, losses or trauma, and life transition issues. I provide individual and family therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. I use a variety of treatment techniques including cognitive, psychodynamic, and client-centered therapies as well as behavior management strategies. My research on coping with traumatic life events has prepared me well to work with clients who have experienced trauma and crisis. A life crisis can be debilitating at first, but can lead to a search for meaning and dramatic new growth. It is exciting for me to accompany clients in this process!
(630) 313-6319 View (630) 313-6319
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Home Psych Services, P.C.
PsyD
Verified Verified
Oak Park, IL 60302
Home Psych Services, P.C. is perfectly suited for clients looking for integrated behavioral healthcare where they can receive counseling, neuropsychological testing, and psychotropic medication management all under one roof with seamless coordination of care. Our ideal client is looking for a provider who will serve as a partner in change - respecting their unique goals and providing expert guidance to achieve these goals. Our clients appreciate that we use evidence-based treatment protocols and respect and honor diversity in our clients.
Home Psych Services, P.C. is perfectly suited for clients looking for integrated behavioral healthcare where they can receive counseling, neuropsychological testing, and psychotropic medication management all under one roof with seamless coordination of care. Our ideal client is looking for a provider who will serve as a partner in change - respecting their unique goals and providing expert guidance to achieve these goals. Our clients appreciate that we use evidence-based treatment protocols and respect and honor diversity in our clients.
(847) 512-7069 View (847) 512-7069
Innovative Counseling Partners PLLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Berwyn, IL 60402
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tenhers and fathers navigating prenatal/postpartum depression.
Our life's work is helping clients achieve a better sense of self and happiness...more recently we've recognized that without good mental health providers, finding this balance in life can be more difficult and stressful. As a result, we tend toward an Integrative approach and help our clients transform into the people they want to be. We see each client as an individual with many parts to their identity. Utilizing a holistic and systemic approach we help clients reintegrate the parts of themselves to function better as individuals and within their systems. Our focus tenhers and fathers navigating prenatal/postpartum depression.
(773) 312-3612 View (773) 312-3612
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.