Therapists in Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
Dr. Cynthia Giocomarra
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10013
I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and am licensed in Marriage & Family Therapy.
Are you looking for a therapist that actually "gets it"? Do you feel anxiety first thing in the morning, randomly throughout the day, or just before bed? Do you experience fear or panic reconnecting with friends, family, and coworkers since the world changed in 2020? Are you in the process of (or thinking about) coming out and feel unsure of how to go forward? Are you wanting to restructure your life in a more meaningful way but not sure what your new life can look like? I can assist you. My clientele includes diverse religious and cultural backgrounds, LGBTQA, individuals, couples, and families. Let’s talk.
I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and am licensed in Marriage & Family Therapy.
Are you looking for a therapist that actually "gets it"? Do you feel anxiety first thing in the morning, randomly throughout the day, or just before bed? Do you experience fear or panic reconnecting with friends, family, and coworkers since the world changed in 2020? Are you in the process of (or thinking about) coming out and feel unsure of how to go forward? Are you wanting to restructure your life in a more meaningful way but not sure what your new life can look like? I can assist you. My clientele includes diverse religious and cultural backgrounds, LGBTQA, individuals, couples, and families. Let’s talk.
Ezra Feinberg, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10003
Through careful listening and an empathic, honest approach I can help you feel better about yourself and your life. You may feel stuck in a job or relationship. You may want more from life but not know how to get it. You may be struggling with with the difficulties of parenthood or marriage. I can help with artistic, creative, or intellectual struggles, body issues, sexual problems, substance issues, imbalances of life and work, impulse control, past trauma, or even just a general lack of inspiration or motivation in life.
Through careful listening and an empathic, honest approach I can help you feel better about yourself and your life. You may feel stuck in a job or relationship. You may want more from life but not know how to get it. You may be struggling with with the difficulties of parenthood or marriage. I can help with artistic, creative, or intellectual struggles, body issues, sexual problems, substance issues, imbalances of life and work, impulse control, past trauma, or even just a general lack of inspiration or motivation in life.
Barbara Hertzberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10003
I am experienced in individual treatment, marital/couples counseling and have also worked with family members of the mentally ill.
I am an experienced, well-trained psychotherapist. I help patients to feel in control of their lives through self-awareness. My ability to provide a warm, safe environment allows patients to gain insight into themselves, thereby improving the quality of their relationship with others. I have 30+ years of practice and have graduated from training institutes in both psychoanalytic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis.
I am experienced in individual treatment, marital/couples counseling and have also worked with family members of the mentally ill.
I am an experienced, well-trained psychotherapist. I help patients to feel in control of their lives through self-awareness. My ability to provide a warm, safe environment allows patients to gain insight into themselves, thereby improving the quality of their relationship with others. I have 30+ years of practice and have graduated from training institutes in both psychoanalytic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis.
Diane Spear
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10003
I provide individual, marriage and couples, and parenting counseling; anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance misuse treatment; and job & career support.
Burdening friends with your troubles drains your friends and leaves your problems intact, because friends aren't qualified to deal with your underlying issues. Through a warm and caring connection, I'll guide you as we explore issues that interfere with satisfaction in love, work, and play. So, if you're dealing with a difficult boss or the challenges of parenting, trying to start a relationship or moving on after a breakup, mourning a loss or experiencing a creative block, call me for reality-based therapy to help you find the joy in everyday life.
I provide individual, marriage and couples, and parenting counseling; anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance misuse treatment; and job & career support.
Burdening friends with your troubles drains your friends and leaves your problems intact, because friends aren't qualified to deal with your underlying issues. Through a warm and caring connection, I'll guide you as we explore issues that interfere with satisfaction in love, work, and play. So, if you're dealing with a difficult boss or the challenges of parenting, trying to start a relationship or moving on after a breakup, mourning a loss or experiencing a creative block, call me for reality-based therapy to help you find the joy in everyday life.
James Blechman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, LMFT, LP, CGP
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10003
Relationship expert/infidelity issues. AASECT certified sex therapist, licensed Marriage and Family therapist, licensed psychoanalyst, licensed clinical psychiatric social worker. I've been in practice for over 25 years and during that time I've been able to treat a wide range of emotional problems in individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. Discovering the underlying causes of symptoms is the best way to produce a lasting cure. Through our work together you will attain a resolution or reduction of symptoms, gain a deeper self understanding and acceptance, and function authentically at your best in all aspects of your life.
Relationship expert/infidelity issues. AASECT certified sex therapist, licensed Marriage and Family therapist, licensed psychoanalyst, licensed clinical psychiatric social worker. I've been in practice for over 25 years and during that time I've been able to treat a wide range of emotional problems in individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. Discovering the underlying causes of symptoms is the best way to produce a lasting cure. Through our work together you will attain a resolution or reduction of symptoms, gain a deeper self understanding and acceptance, and function authentically at your best in all aspects of your life.
Modern Life Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, HSP
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10012 (Online Only)
As a psychologist licensed in both NY and TX, my aim is to help people understand and overcome challenges that are restricting their well being, relationships, and effectiveness at work. For adults, I specialize in these issues: high-achievers, stress management, relationship issues, life transitions, parenting, marital or family conflicts, anxiety and depression (e.g., social anxiety, covid-19 related). It is truly rewarding to watch my clients become more self-regulated, more satisfied in their relationships, and more equipped to handle life’s stressors through learned coping skills.
As a psychologist licensed in both NY and TX, my aim is to help people understand and overcome challenges that are restricting their well being, relationships, and effectiveness at work. For adults, I specialize in these issues: high-achievers, stress management, relationship issues, life transitions, parenting, marital or family conflicts, anxiety and depression (e.g., social anxiety, covid-19 related). It is truly rewarding to watch my clients become more self-regulated, more satisfied in their relationships, and more equipped to handle life’s stressors through learned coping skills.
Savannah Sanfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10013
I am licensed as a marriage and family therapist in the states of California and New York. I primarily work through telehealth (phone and secure video) with offices available for in-person sessions in both Los Angeles and New York City. Additionally, I provide coaching services for individuals traveling throughout the greater United States and internationally.
I am licensed as a marriage and family therapist in the states of California and New York. I primarily work through telehealth (phone and secure video) with offices available for in-person sessions in both Los Angeles and New York City. Additionally, I provide coaching services for individuals traveling throughout the greater United States and internationally.
Dr Sara Mandelbaum - Coupleguidance
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10011
Dr. Sara Mandelbaum & Dr. Joel Stukalin caringly provide exceptional COUPLES COUNSELING & INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY for your emotional health & vitality. With 70 years of psychological experience helping thousands of grateful clients, they specialize in critical services: Short-Term Marital, Premarital & Couples Counseling; Short Term & Insight Individual Psychotherapy; Psychological Consultation; & Life Coaching for Personal Growth & Success. Clients' often enjoy the quality of life enhancements from their counseling. Also available are consultations for youngsters who manifest anxiety, depression, frustration, relational & school conflicts. Please call 718-544-9198 for Dr. Mandelbaum or 718-544-6400 for Dr. Stukalin or visit us @ www.coupleguidance.com or www.boardcertifiedpsychologist.com
Dr. Sara Mandelbaum & Dr. Joel Stukalin caringly provide exceptional COUPLES COUNSELING & INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY for your emotional health & vitality. With 70 years of psychological experience helping thousands of grateful clients, they specialize in critical services: Short-Term Marital, Premarital & Couples Counseling; Short Term & Insight Individual Psychotherapy; Psychological Consultation; & Life Coaching for Personal Growth & Success. Clients' often enjoy the quality of life enhancements from their counseling. Also available are consultations for youngsters who manifest anxiety, depression, frustration, relational & school conflicts. Please call 718-544-9198 for Dr. Mandelbaum or 718-544-6400 for Dr. Stukalin or visit us @ www.coupleguidance.com or www.boardcertifiedpsychologist.com
Dr. Mandelbaum-Specialist Quality-Couples Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10011
Dr. Sara Mandelbaum, a recognized expert in the treatment of marital, personal & family problems, is an astute listener. Talented & effective in communicating meaningful thoughts in helpful language, she is welcoming & enlightening in her sessions. Working effectively with individuals, couples & children, her rich multi-cultural background lends depth & texture to her interactions. Her specialties include creating empathic bonds with pre-adolescents & adolescents, enabling them to mature & grow holistically. Some of Dr.Mandelbaum's other specialties involve emotional intimacy, conflict resolution, recombined families, & addictive behavior. An experienced, licensed psychologist, her training has been approved by the American Psychological Association.
Dr. Sara Mandelbaum, a recognized expert in the treatment of marital, personal & family problems, is an astute listener. Talented & effective in communicating meaningful thoughts in helpful language, she is welcoming & enlightening in her sessions. Working effectively with individuals, couples & children, her rich multi-cultural background lends depth & texture to her interactions. Her specialties include creating empathic bonds with pre-adolescents & adolescents, enabling them to mature & grow holistically. Some of Dr.Mandelbaum's other specialties involve emotional intimacy, conflict resolution, recombined families, & addictive behavior. An experienced, licensed psychologist, her training has been approved by the American Psychological Association.
Dr. Joel Stukalin - Coupleguidance
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, FAACP, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10011
Drs. Joel Stukalin & Sara Mandelbaum caringly provide exceptional COUPLES COUNSELING & INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY for your emotional health & vitality. With 70 years of combined psychological experience, helping thousands of grateful clients, Drs. Stukalin & Mandelbaum specialize in Short-Term Marriage, Pre-Marriage & Couples Counseling; Short-term & Insight-oriented Psychotherapy; Psychological Consultation; & Life Coaching for Success. Our services can profoundly enhance the quality of individuals, couples & families. Also available are consultations for children & adolescents who are manifesting anxiety, depression, frustration, relational & school conflicts. Please call 718-544-6400 for Dr. Stukalin & 718-544-9198 for Dr. Mandelbaum or visit us @ www.coupleguidance.com or www.boardcertifiedpsychologist.com
Drs. Joel Stukalin & Sara Mandelbaum caringly provide exceptional COUPLES COUNSELING & INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY for your emotional health & vitality. With 70 years of combined psychological experience, helping thousands of grateful clients, Drs. Stukalin & Mandelbaum specialize in Short-Term Marriage, Pre-Marriage & Couples Counseling; Short-term & Insight-oriented Psychotherapy; Psychological Consultation; & Life Coaching for Success. Our services can profoundly enhance the quality of individuals, couples & families. Also available are consultations for children & adolescents who are manifesting anxiety, depression, frustration, relational & school conflicts. Please call 718-544-6400 for Dr. Stukalin & 718-544-9198 for Dr. Mandelbaum or visit us @ www.coupleguidance.com or www.boardcertifiedpsychologist.com
James E Blechman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW-R, LMFT, LP, CGP
Not Verified Not Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10003
Relationship expert/infidelity issues. AASECT certified sex therapist, licensed Marriage and Family therapist, licensed psychoanalyst, licensed clinical psychiatric social worker. I've been in practice for over 25 years and during that time I've been able to treat a wide range of emotional problems in individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. Discovering the underlying causes of symptoms is the best way to produce a lasting cure. Through our work together you will attain a resolution or reduction of symptoms, gain a deeper self understanding and acceptance, and function authentically at your best in all aspects of your life.
Relationship expert/infidelity issues. AASECT certified sex therapist, licensed Marriage and Family therapist, licensed psychoanalyst, licensed clinical psychiatric social worker. I've been in practice for over 25 years and during that time I've been able to treat a wide range of emotional problems in individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. Discovering the underlying causes of symptoms is the best way to produce a lasting cure. Through our work together you will attain a resolution or reduction of symptoms, gain a deeper self understanding and acceptance, and function authentically at your best in all aspects of your life.
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Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10011
Dr. Joel Stukalin & Sara Mandelbaum caringly provide exceptional COUPLES COUNSELING & INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY for your emotional health & vitality. With 7O years of combined psychological experience helping thousands of grateful clients, Drs. Stukalin & Mandelbaum specialize in a variety of services: Short-Term Marriage, Premarriage & Couples Counseling; Brief & Insight Individual Psychotherapy; Psychological Consultation; & Life Coaching for Success. Counseling often enhances our clients' life quality on an individual, couple & family basis. Also available are consultatons for youngsters who manifest anxiety, depression, frustration, relational & school conflicts. Please call 718-544-6400 for Dr. Stukalin & 718-544-9198 for Dr. Mandelbaum or visit us @: www.boardcertifiedpsychologist.com
Dr. Joel Stukalin & Sara Mandelbaum caringly provide exceptional COUPLES COUNSELING & INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY for your emotional health & vitality. With 7O years of combined psychological experience helping thousands of grateful clients, Drs. Stukalin & Mandelbaum specialize in a variety of services: Short-Term Marriage, Premarriage & Couples Counseling; Brief & Insight Individual Psychotherapy; Psychological Consultation; & Life Coaching for Success. Counseling often enhances our clients' life quality on an individual, couple & family basis. Also available are consultatons for youngsters who manifest anxiety, depression, frustration, relational & school conflicts. Please call 718-544-6400 for Dr. Stukalin & 718-544-9198 for Dr. Mandelbaum or visit us @: www.boardcertifiedpsychologist.com
Arlene Neuman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10003
I am a licensed psychotherapist and have been in practice for over 25 years. My specialty is anxiety management, depression, self esteem issues,relationship difficulties, ( including marital, family, work and friendships). My work also includes working with individuals struggling with various addictions, life cycle transitions, disenchantment, and personal growth. Various approaches are used, depending on the problem presented. My style is interactive and direct . You you can expect clear and honest feedback. I am currently on the faculty of the National Institute of the Psychotherapies and have supervised and taught at various training programs and institutes in NYC.
I am a licensed psychotherapist and have been in practice for over 25 years. My specialty is anxiety management, depression, self esteem issues,relationship difficulties, ( including marital, family, work and friendships). My work also includes working with individuals struggling with various addictions, life cycle transitions, disenchantment, and personal growth. Various approaches are used, depending on the problem presented. My style is interactive and direct . You you can expect clear and honest feedback. I am currently on the faculty of the National Institute of the Psychotherapies and have supervised and taught at various training programs and institutes in NYC.
Judy Gurfein
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, APRN, BC
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10129
Many years of experience with marriage, family and individual therapy enables me to help patients achieve success.
For over 25 years I have been privileged to become closely involved with patients and their challenges. I value my relationship with each patient and couple, and provide a safe, warm environment. My goal is to bring about positive change by alleviating problems and providing relief from symptoms. Extensive training and experience combined with warmth and individualized attention are the ingredients which enable me to help my patients successfully achieve their goals. Since every individual and situation is different, I match the treatment to the patient, and not the patient to the treatment.
Many years of experience with marriage, family and individual therapy enables me to help patients achieve success.
For over 25 years I have been privileged to become closely involved with patients and their challenges. I value my relationship with each patient and couple, and provide a safe, warm environment. My goal is to bring about positive change by alleviating problems and providing relief from symptoms. Extensive training and experience combined with warmth and individualized attention are the ingredients which enable me to help my patients successfully achieve their goals. Since every individual and situation is different, I match the treatment to the patient, and not the patient to the treatment.
Anna Zelig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10129
As a therapist I create a safe and non-judgmental space where you will feel validated and supported. From a collaborative and strength-based approach, I am passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families to enrich and deepen their connections to those who matter most. I focus on resolving issues related to breakdowns in communication and life transitions including marriage, separation, illness, loss, pregnancy and the birth of a child. I believe that through therapy, ruptures can be repaired, and couples and families can navigate tumultuous times with greater ease and grace.
As a therapist I create a safe and non-judgmental space where you will feel validated and supported. From a collaborative and strength-based approach, I am passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families to enrich and deepen their connections to those who matter most. I focus on resolving issues related to breakdowns in communication and life transitions including marriage, separation, illness, loss, pregnancy and the birth of a child. I believe that through therapy, ruptures can be repaired, and couples and families can navigate tumultuous times with greater ease and grace.
Seleni Institute
PhD, FT, LP, MHC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10129
We are committed to providing excellent psychotherapy for women, men, and families experiencing maternal mental health and family-building challenges. We address parenting challenges and stress, parental burnout, marital discord, mild to moderate perinatal depression and anxiety, pregnancy loss and grief related to infant and child loss. Learn more about our clinical team: http://www.seleni.org/clinical-team
We are committed to providing excellent psychotherapy for women, men, and families experiencing maternal mental health and family-building challenges. We address parenting challenges and stress, parental burnout, marital discord, mild to moderate perinatal depression and anxiety, pregnancy loss and grief related to infant and child loss. Learn more about our clinical team: http://www.seleni.org/clinical-team
Barbara Freedgood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10012
My practice is informed by training in many different modalities including Object Relations and Relational psychodynamic thinking, Marriage and Family Systems Theory, and Kinetic Awareness.
People enter therapy looking for results and relief. I like to identify issues quickly and focus on alleviating distress. In addition to couples counseling and general practice with individuals, I run support groups for adoptive parents. Parenting is a challenge. Adoptive parenting has additional challenges. My groups offer a safe space to explore issues and receive support. I take great pleasure in engaging people and offering an environment that allows people to arrive at unique solutions to their lives. I work with individuals, couples and groups.
My practice is informed by training in many different modalities including Object Relations and Relational psychodynamic thinking, Marriage and Family Systems Theory, and Kinetic Awareness.
People enter therapy looking for results and relief. I like to identify issues quickly and focus on alleviating distress. In addition to couples counseling and general practice with individuals, I run support groups for adoptive parents. Parenting is a challenge. Adoptive parenting has additional challenges. My groups offer a safe space to explore issues and receive support. I take great pleasure in engaging people and offering an environment that allows people to arrive at unique solutions to their lives. I work with individuals, couples and groups.
Ellyn Freedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10013
With couples, I work with infidelity, parenting, sexual difficulties and pre-marital issues.
Do you feel isolated in emotional pain and confused about how to begin to address it? Do you feel alone and misunderstood in your relationships? I am a licensed psychotherapist and psychoanalyst in private practice for nineteen years. I have worked with a full spectrum of struggles to achieve fulfillment, overcome fears and trauma as well as reaching self-fulfillment and meaning. I have held clinical leadership positions at St. Luke's Hospital in New York and served as Clinical Field Instructor for Columbia University and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Miami Department of Psychiatry.
With couples, I work with infidelity, parenting, sexual difficulties and pre-marital issues.
Do you feel isolated in emotional pain and confused about how to begin to address it? Do you feel alone and misunderstood in your relationships? I am a licensed psychotherapist and psychoanalyst in private practice for nineteen years. I have worked with a full spectrum of struggles to achieve fulfillment, overcome fears and trauma as well as reaching self-fulfillment and meaning. I have held clinical leadership positions at St. Luke's Hospital in New York and served as Clinical Field Instructor for Columbia University and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Miami Department of Psychiatry.
Anna Halberstadt-Komar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10003
My specialities includes treatment of mood disorders– anxiety, depression, panic disorder, chronic mental illness, such as Bipolar disorder, personality disorders, relationship, couples and family problems, including marital and intergenerational conflicts, sexual problems, infertility etc.
I am a psychologist and a social worker, with over 30 years of experience as a clinician, supervisor and director of mental health clinics and programs. My advanced training is in child and family psychotherapy. I am trained as an individual, couples and family psychotherapist. I have practiced psychotherapy with patients of different races and ethnicities, and many different cultures, immigrants and refugees from Eastern Europe, former USSR, Asian countries and Latin America. I also worked for years at a clinic, that served many LGBT clients. My clinical approaches includes psychodynamic, systems , cognitive-behavioral techiques,
My specialities includes treatment of mood disorders– anxiety, depression, panic disorder, chronic mental illness, such as Bipolar disorder, personality disorders, relationship, couples and family problems, including marital and intergenerational conflicts, sexual problems, infertility etc.
I am a psychologist and a social worker, with over 30 years of experience as a clinician, supervisor and director of mental health clinics and programs. My advanced training is in child and family psychotherapy. I am trained as an individual, couples and family psychotherapist. I have practiced psychotherapy with patients of different races and ethnicities, and many different cultures, immigrants and refugees from Eastern Europe, former USSR, Asian countries and Latin America. I also worked for years at a clinic, that served many LGBT clients. My clinical approaches includes psychodynamic, systems , cognitive-behavioral techiques,
Lisa Rogers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY 10005
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in private practice in New York City. I treat Adults, Adolescents, and Children. I provide Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Marriage Therapy, Group Therapy, Play Therapy, Mindfulness, and Sandplay Therapy. In addition, to the many clinical issues I treat (Anxiety/Depression) I provide specialized treatments in Substance Abuse/Dependence, and Methadone/Suboxone (Medication Assisted-Treatment- Counseling), ADHD/ADD, and Social Skills training (all patients/ Asperger's).
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in private practice in New York City. I treat Adults, Adolescents, and Children. I provide Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Marriage Therapy, Group Therapy, Play Therapy, Mindfulness, and Sandplay Therapy. In addition, to the many clinical issues I treat (Anxiety/Depression) I provide specialized treatments in Substance Abuse/Dependence, and Methadone/Suboxone (Medication Assisted-Treatment- Counseling), ADHD/ADD, and Social Skills training (all patients/ Asperger's).
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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.