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Connie Lofgreen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSAT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68144
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I can help you resolve issues that are disrupting you relationship or holding you back in from connecting with appropriate life partners.
Many people are experiencing the devastation of iporn-online pornography, chat rooms, escort and massage services- and other compulsive sexual behaviors. These compulsive behaviors can cause impotence, relationship crisis, depression and anxiety, job loss and legal problems. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and Marriage and Family Therapist, I can help you overcome sex addiction and get your life back on track. See my book, The Storm of Sex Addiction available at www.amazon.com for more information about iPorn and sex addiction and details about my outpatient treatment program- STARPRO and other relationships services.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I can help you resolve issues that are disrupting you relationship or holding you back in from connecting with appropriate life partners.
Many people are experiencing the devastation of iporn-online pornography, chat rooms, escort and massage services- and other compulsive sexual behaviors. These compulsive behaviors can cause impotence, relationship crisis, depression and anxiety, job loss and legal problems. As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and Marriage and Family Therapist, I can help you overcome sex addiction and get your life back on track. See my book, The Storm of Sex Addiction available at www.amazon.com for more information about iPorn and sex addiction and details about my outpatient treatment program- STARPRO and other relationships services.
(402) 509-3078 View (402) 509-3078
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Kristin McCarty
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LMHP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68154
Waitlist for new clients
I am a trained marriage and family therapist and have pursued additional training in Emotionally Focused therapy.
We all have a unique story. One that has highs and lows, things that bring us joy, and things that have caused challenges, grief, and heartache. A desire for a life of abundance is written on our hearts. But sometimes our stories include hurdles and barriers that get in the way and keep us from the peace we long for. We often try numerous remedies or try to overcome these barriers on our own. But we aren’t meant to walk that road alone. It is my job as a therapist to create a space of safety, trust, and respect, so that you can explore, unpack, and make meaning of your experiences, and create the change that you want for your life.
I am a trained marriage and family therapist and have pursued additional training in Emotionally Focused therapy.
We all have a unique story. One that has highs and lows, things that bring us joy, and things that have caused challenges, grief, and heartache. A desire for a life of abundance is written on our hearts. But sometimes our stories include hurdles and barriers that get in the way and keep us from the peace we long for. We often try numerous remedies or try to overcome these barriers on our own. But we aren’t meant to walk that road alone. It is my job as a therapist to create a space of safety, trust, and respect, so that you can explore, unpack, and make meaning of your experiences, and create the change that you want for your life.
(402) 969-6110 View (402) 969-6110
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Lisa Vogel
Counselor, MSEd, ATR-BC, LIMHP, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68134
Ms. Vogel is a nationally certified/licensed counselor and a registered Art Therapist who has extensive experience working in the mental health field. Services include, but are not limited to, assessment, short-term and long-term therapy, EAP, CAP, and eclectic therapy as determined by each individual participating in their sessions. All age groups are accepted as well as individual, couple/marital and family therapy. In addition to the traditional “talk therapy” she has extensive knowledge and experience in various expressive therapies including, art therapy, play therapy, music therapy, bibliotherapy, journaling, etc. Ms. Vogel is fluent in sign language.
Ms. Vogel is a nationally certified/licensed counselor and a registered Art Therapist who has extensive experience working in the mental health field. Services include, but are not limited to, assessment, short-term and long-term therapy, EAP, CAP, and eclectic therapy as determined by each individual participating in their sessions. All age groups are accepted as well as individual, couple/marital and family therapy. In addition to the traditional “talk therapy” she has extensive knowledge and experience in various expressive therapies including, art therapy, play therapy, music therapy, bibliotherapy, journaling, etc. Ms. Vogel is fluent in sign language.
(402) 468-8924 View (402) 468-8924
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Melissa Goertz
Counselor, MA, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154
As the parent of a child/teen that struggles with their wounded selves, you have tried everything. The exhaustive interventions that you have tried are going nowhere fast. Throwing in the towel is all that you have left. Your marriage is more daunting than it is invigorating and you keep hitting a wall with connecting to one another. Depression has you stuck in quicksand and the struggle is consuming you. Anxiety has its grip on you and it is controlling your life. You find yourself asking what more can you do? You feel all alone in your struggles and are having more moments of frustration than joy. Asking for help is hard.
As the parent of a child/teen that struggles with their wounded selves, you have tried everything. The exhaustive interventions that you have tried are going nowhere fast. Throwing in the towel is all that you have left. Your marriage is more daunting than it is invigorating and you keep hitting a wall with connecting to one another. Depression has you stuck in quicksand and the struggle is consuming you. Anxiety has its grip on you and it is controlling your life. You find yourself asking what more can you do? You feel all alone in your struggles and are having more moments of frustration than joy. Asking for help is hard.
(402) 480-8214 View (402) 480-8214
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Kani Rubango
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, LICSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Omaha, NE 68102
I earned my Masters of Clinical Social Work from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. I am licensed therapist in both Iowa and Nebraska. I enjoy working with individuals, family, couples, and groups. I consider myself to be a client centered therapist and find it important to meet my clients where they are in their lives. My mission as a provider is to empower my clients to find their own inner strength. I have several years of experience working in the mental health field treating individuals with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem/self image, relationship and marital conflict, life adjustments and transitions, and grief and loss
I earned my Masters of Clinical Social Work from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. I am licensed therapist in both Iowa and Nebraska. I enjoy working with individuals, family, couples, and groups. I consider myself to be a client centered therapist and find it important to meet my clients where they are in their lives. My mission as a provider is to empower my clients to find their own inner strength. I have several years of experience working in the mental health field treating individuals with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem/self image, relationship and marital conflict, life adjustments and transitions, and grief and loss
(712) 435-1589 View (712) 435-1589
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Rob Runion
Counselor, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68137
I work with depression, anger management, Marriage & divorce counseling, anxiety, attention deficit issues, grief, adjustment disorders, behavioral disorders, and many other areas.
I believe that everyone should be able to live their lives to the fullest. For many, there is something that gets in the way. I would like the opportunity to help you learn how to create an adventure worth living. I have experience helping adults, adolescents, and children make changes in their lives. I like to find out my client's strengths and build off of that. Look, everyone struggles from time to time, but I'd like to see if I can help you change that. Let's see if we are a good fit.
I work with depression, anger management, Marriage & divorce counseling, anxiety, attention deficit issues, grief, adjustment disorders, behavioral disorders, and many other areas.
I believe that everyone should be able to live their lives to the fullest. For many, there is something that gets in the way. I would like the opportunity to help you learn how to create an adventure worth living. I have experience helping adults, adolescents, and children make changes in their lives. I like to find out my client's strengths and build off of that. Look, everyone struggles from time to time, but I'd like to see if I can help you change that. Let's see if we are a good fit.
(402) 513-3415 View (402) 513-3415
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Alex Machuca
Counselor, MS, PLMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68134
I look forward to cultivating a relationship with you and working as your partner to help you overcome your depression, trauma, marriage, divorce, anxiety, substance/porn addiction, and spiritual/crises of faith issues.
Life is about relationships, and it’s my responsibility as your counselor to both help you have the best relationships with other people and, perhaps even most importantly, with yourself. Utilizing counseling modalities like CBT, Transactional Analysis, Attachment Theory, and spiritually based healing modalities based off of scriptural wisdom (if desired), we will work together to create a lifestyle that will best leverage your life to create a foundation in healthy relationships, cultivating a ripple effect on each key area of your life (physically, mentally/emotionally, spiritually, and life purpose).
I look forward to cultivating a relationship with you and working as your partner to help you overcome your depression, trauma, marriage, divorce, anxiety, substance/porn addiction, and spiritual/crises of faith issues.
Life is about relationships, and it’s my responsibility as your counselor to both help you have the best relationships with other people and, perhaps even most importantly, with yourself. Utilizing counseling modalities like CBT, Transactional Analysis, Attachment Theory, and spiritually based healing modalities based off of scriptural wisdom (if desired), we will work together to create a lifestyle that will best leverage your life to create a foundation in healthy relationships, cultivating a ripple effect on each key area of your life (physically, mentally/emotionally, spiritually, and life purpose).
(531) 230-7659 View (531) 230-7659
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Spence Counseling Center
Counselor, LIMHP, LPC, CDGC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68137
We are Faith Based Counseling. Wherever you may be in life's journey, we are committed to helping you find strength, knowledge, and the skills to break the patterns that damage relationships and cause emotional pain. It is our mission to help hurting people find genuine healing. The therapists at Spence Counseling Center specialize in marriage and family therapy, teens, grief and loss, sexual addictions, anxiety and depression, substance abuse, and other mental health issues.
We are Faith Based Counseling. Wherever you may be in life's journey, we are committed to helping you find strength, knowledge, and the skills to break the patterns that damage relationships and cause emotional pain. It is our mission to help hurting people find genuine healing. The therapists at Spence Counseling Center specialize in marriage and family therapy, teens, grief and loss, sexual addictions, anxiety and depression, substance abuse, and other mental health issues.
(402) 281-9379 x2022 View (402) 281-9379 x2022
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Pamela Ehlinger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMHP, CPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68154
I enjoy working with all people but especially love helping others discover their potential in marriage/family and parenting, adoption and trauma issues, as well as individuals who desire to grow emotionally and spiritually healthy.
“He heals the broken-hearted and bandages their wounds.” Psalm 143:2. To that end, I have been helping people work through grief, depression, anxiety, marriage and parenting issues, co-dependency and adoption issues and have used a variety of approaches to help people find hope and healing for 30 plus years. My commitment to each client is to provide a safe place to heal and grow where you can confidentially express concerns in an accepting atmosphere. I will provide professional services and remain committed to go the distance with you to help you gain insight and knowledge to successfully deal with life’s stressors.
I enjoy working with all people but especially love helping others discover their potential in marriage/family and parenting, adoption and trauma issues, as well as individuals who desire to grow emotionally and spiritually healthy.
“He heals the broken-hearted and bandages their wounds.” Psalm 143:2. To that end, I have been helping people work through grief, depression, anxiety, marriage and parenting issues, co-dependency and adoption issues and have used a variety of approaches to help people find hope and healing for 30 plus years. My commitment to each client is to provide a safe place to heal and grow where you can confidentially express concerns in an accepting atmosphere. I will provide professional services and remain committed to go the distance with you to help you gain insight and knowledge to successfully deal with life’s stressors.
(402) 378-9414 View (402) 378-9414
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Steve Thomas
Counselor, MS, LIMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68102
I have a full and deep life of experience to draw from in meeting my clients in sacred space. The loss of a son, a marriage, a career, accumulated material rewards, and most importantly, the potential of life unlived; dreams unfulfilled. This is soul work. Prepared by the vulnerability of my story, I hold insight and compassion for those whose burdens must be eased into, passed through, and reborn into new purpose, for the quality of our life is in our overcoming. Navigating the troubled waters of depression, anxiety, relational fissures, and archetypal energies is the first threshold of a healing journey.
I have a full and deep life of experience to draw from in meeting my clients in sacred space. The loss of a son, a marriage, a career, accumulated material rewards, and most importantly, the potential of life unlived; dreams unfulfilled. This is soul work. Prepared by the vulnerability of my story, I hold insight and compassion for those whose burdens must be eased into, passed through, and reborn into new purpose, for the quality of our life is in our overcoming. Navigating the troubled waters of depression, anxiety, relational fissures, and archetypal energies is the first threshold of a healing journey.
(402) 618-2512 View (402) 618-2512
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James J. Sanders
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68114
My credentials include 34 years of private practice and professional work such as being an expert witness in court, publishing a book, university teaching, and being past president of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
I am a licensed and certified therapist in both California and Nebraska to help individuals, couples, and families. We all want to be heard and understood. We all want to be validated as a human in this unpredictable world of unfulfilled expectations. I provide that confidential, non-judgemental safe place for you to heal past wounds and/or clarify and accomplish goals. I will help you do this at your pace and on your unique path. My website is www.SandersTherapy.com.
My credentials include 34 years of private practice and professional work such as being an expert witness in court, publishing a book, university teaching, and being past president of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
I am a licensed and certified therapist in both California and Nebraska to help individuals, couples, and families. We all want to be heard and understood. We all want to be validated as a human in this unpredictable world of unfulfilled expectations. I provide that confidential, non-judgemental safe place for you to heal past wounds and/or clarify and accomplish goals. I will help you do this at your pace and on your unique path. My website is www.SandersTherapy.com.
(402) 922-7432 View (402) 922-7432
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ProSightful Counseling and Consulting
Counselor, LIMHP, NCC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68104  (Online Only)
I provide online therapy individuals and families looking to overcome personal challenges, such as marital issues, grief, depression, anxiety, anger, sex therapy, relationship issues, a major life transition or spirituality issues. I've spent nearly 2 decades in ministry-helping kids, teens, adults, parents, groups, and families navigate their unique situations. I have over 8 years of military service, traveled the world and embrace all peoples, cultures, and beliefs. I use a holistic, nonjudgment, and multicultural approach to counseling. I am here to journey with you and to help you achieve your counseling goals if you let me.
I provide online therapy individuals and families looking to overcome personal challenges, such as marital issues, grief, depression, anxiety, anger, sex therapy, relationship issues, a major life transition or spirituality issues. I've spent nearly 2 decades in ministry-helping kids, teens, adults, parents, groups, and families navigate their unique situations. I have over 8 years of military service, traveled the world and embrace all peoples, cultures, and beliefs. I use a holistic, nonjudgment, and multicultural approach to counseling. I am here to journey with you and to help you achieve your counseling goals if you let me.
(402) 415-2052 View (402) 415-2052
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Magda M Blanco
Counselor, LIMHP, NCC, CHT
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68105
I have both Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling Master’s degrees.
I am currently accepting clients. I am a bilingual psychotherapist who offers services in both English and Spanish. I use an integrated approach which combines aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and hypnotherapy. My areas of expertise are Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, including CPTSD, complex trauma, sexuality, ADHD, panic attack, anxiety, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, Dissociative Identity Disorder, and depression. My career is my passion, my vision, and my mission.
I have both Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling Master’s degrees.
I am currently accepting clients. I am a bilingual psychotherapist who offers services in both English and Spanish. I use an integrated approach which combines aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and hypnotherapy. My areas of expertise are Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, including CPTSD, complex trauma, sexuality, ADHD, panic attack, anxiety, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, Dissociative Identity Disorder, and depression. My career is my passion, my vision, and my mission.
(402) 794-1210 View (402) 794-1210
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Laurelin Sterns
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, LIMHP, CPC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154
I love working with clients who are navigating life transitions, such as emerging adulthood (ages 20-30), marriage, pregnancy and postpartum, divorce, grief and loss.
At Revision Psychotherapy, I believe that the stories we create, or have been told, about who we are as individuals have a strong influence on our daily lives. They affect our habits, our relationships, our self-concepts, and our choices. These narratives can empower, or they can imprison - but no story is written in stone, and no ending is predetermined. At Revision Psychotherapy, I am committed to helping you tell your story, examine your story, and, if necessary, rewrite your story. My goal for you to is to achieve a sense of autonomy—of being the author of your own life story rather than a character in it.
I love working with clients who are navigating life transitions, such as emerging adulthood (ages 20-30), marriage, pregnancy and postpartum, divorce, grief and loss.
At Revision Psychotherapy, I believe that the stories we create, or have been told, about who we are as individuals have a strong influence on our daily lives. They affect our habits, our relationships, our self-concepts, and our choices. These narratives can empower, or they can imprison - but no story is written in stone, and no ending is predetermined. At Revision Psychotherapy, I am committed to helping you tell your story, examine your story, and, if necessary, rewrite your story. My goal for you to is to achieve a sense of autonomy—of being the author of your own life story rather than a character in it.
(402) 922-7581 View (402) 922-7581
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Susan Anderson
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68106  (Online Only)
Are you seeking help going through the hard times in life? Whether you are having relational/marital issues, have been a victim of domestic violence or abuse, struggle with anxiety or depression, or one of many other life issues there can be peace again. I have had more than 15 years experience in the mental health field and love to help clients find to tools to grow strong again. There is hope and you can feel normal again.
Are you seeking help going through the hard times in life? Whether you are having relational/marital issues, have been a victim of domestic violence or abuse, struggle with anxiety or depression, or one of many other life issues there can be peace again. I have had more than 15 years experience in the mental health field and love to help clients find to tools to grow strong again. There is hope and you can feel normal again.
(660) 227-4120 View (660) 227-4120
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Deb Maas
Counselor, MA, LMHP, LPC
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68136
So, is your relationship a bit of a mess? Do you feel anxious, lost or alone? Are you struggling with how to help your child, strengthen you marriage or build healthy connections in you family? Let's face it, most of us at some point go through adversity and could benefit from help navigating challenges in our lives.
So, is your relationship a bit of a mess? Do you feel anxious, lost or alone? Are you struggling with how to help your child, strengthen you marriage or build healthy connections in you family? Let's face it, most of us at some point go through adversity and could benefit from help navigating challenges in our lives.
(531) 228-4803 View (531) 228-4803
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Kristine R. Pratt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LIMHP, CMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68101
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist. I started in the addiction field and treated substance abuse, eating disorders, and problematic sexual behaviors. I have 17 years experience and have worked with many individuals, couples, families. I can help you with anything from marital issues to individual concerns like depression and anxiety. I have also worked with clients who have experienced trauma in their life from physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. I love the process of getting to assist people in becoming their best self and watching healing and growth.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist. I started in the addiction field and treated substance abuse, eating disorders, and problematic sexual behaviors. I have 17 years experience and have worked with many individuals, couples, families. I can help you with anything from marital issues to individual concerns like depression and anxiety. I have also worked with clients who have experienced trauma in their life from physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. I love the process of getting to assist people in becoming their best self and watching healing and growth.
(402) 395-8889 View (402) 395-8889
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Caitlyn Glissmeyer
Counselor, MS, PLMHP
Verified Verified
Omaha, NE 68154
Are you overwhelmed with current life circumstances? When you look at your life, do you see a history of pain, difficult relationships or a long search for purpose? As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families who have felt similarly. As a therapist, I believe that all of my clients have strengths and the ability to find joy, work through pain, and engage in fulfilling relationships.
Are you overwhelmed with current life circumstances? When you look at your life, do you see a history of pain, difficult relationships or a long search for purpose? As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families who have felt similarly. As a therapist, I believe that all of my clients have strengths and the ability to find joy, work through pain, and engage in fulfilling relationships.
(402) 256-7923 View (402) 256-7923
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Christine Salvatore
Marriage & Family Therapist, DBH, LIMHP, LMFT, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68127
Dr. Christine Salvatore, LIMHP, LMHP, LMFT, MAC earned a Master of Science Degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and a Doctorate in Behavioral Health from Arizona State University. Ms. Salvatore has over 22 years of experience in both mental health and substance abuse facilities.
Dr. Christine Salvatore, LIMHP, LMHP, LMFT, MAC earned a Master of Science Degree in Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and a Doctorate in Behavioral Health from Arizona State University. Ms. Salvatore has over 22 years of experience in both mental health and substance abuse facilities.
(531) 208-1772 View (531) 208-1772
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Dalia Ruvalcaba
Independent Mental Health Practitioner, MS, LIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Omaha, NE 68124
Embarking on your unique journey takes courage, and I am here to support you every step of the way. As a therapist passionate about empowering women, my goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for your exploration and healing. I understand the challenges of navigating relationships, life transitions, and the path to self-discovery. In specializing in women's mental health, my focus is on collaboratively overcoming anxiety, alleviating depression, and fostering healing from traumatic experiences. This journey is yours, and together, we'll navigate it with empowerment, growth, and self-compassion at its core.
Embarking on your unique journey takes courage, and I am here to support you every step of the way. As a therapist passionate about empowering women, my goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for your exploration and healing. I understand the challenges of navigating relationships, life transitions, and the path to self-discovery. In specializing in women's mental health, my focus is on collaboratively overcoming anxiety, alleviating depression, and fostering healing from traumatic experiences. This journey is yours, and together, we'll navigate it with empowerment, growth, and self-compassion at its core.
(531) 625-2729 View (531) 625-2729
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.