Marriage Counseling Therapists in Montgomery County, PA

Photo of Natasha S Brown, Licensed Professional Counselor in Montgomery County, PA
Natasha S Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wynnewood, PA 19096
It has been an honor to serve and be invited into countless lives that span across cultures and intersections of identity. I remember the vulnerability, courage and boldness it took to begin my own therapeutic journey. I know that feeling bold, courageous, and empowered might be incongruent with what is felt when starting down this path. In fact, sad, tired, frustrated, or misunderstood might be more accurate. In either scenario, I intend to partner with you, and walk this path together. My training in marriage and family therapy has supported my understanding of individuals by seeing them from a systemic lens.
It has been an honor to serve and be invited into countless lives that span across cultures and intersections of identity. I remember the vulnerability, courage and boldness it took to begin my own therapeutic journey. I know that feeling bold, courageous, and empowered might be incongruent with what is felt when starting down this path. In fact, sad, tired, frustrated, or misunderstood might be more accurate. In either scenario, I intend to partner with you, and walk this path together. My training in marriage and family therapy has supported my understanding of individuals by seeing them from a systemic lens.
(610) 839-8206 View (610) 839-8206
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Arlene Morningstar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Are you having trouble making a decision? Are you feeling that you are not being heard? With over 25 years of professional experience in individual, marital and family therapy, I bring competent, compassionate care to people of all ages. My specialties include parenting, anxiety and stress management, eating disorders, and relationship counseling.
Are you having trouble making a decision? Are you feeling that you are not being heard? With over 25 years of professional experience in individual, marital and family therapy, I bring competent, compassionate care to people of all ages. My specialties include parenting, anxiety and stress management, eating disorders, and relationship counseling.
(215) 631-3201 View (215) 631-3201
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Ellen Davis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenixville, PA 19460  (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience helping people recover from a wide range of challenges including self esteem issues, anxiety, marital conflict, depression, emotional eating, anorexia, bulimia, and stress related issues. I have expertise in treating children, adolescents, and adults. My approach is compassionate as well as goal focused. I would be happy to set up an initial consultation with you to give you clear and helpful feedback regarding how I can help you or your child.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience helping people recover from a wide range of challenges including self esteem issues, anxiety, marital conflict, depression, emotional eating, anorexia, bulimia, and stress related issues. I have expertise in treating children, adolescents, and adults. My approach is compassionate as well as goal focused. I would be happy to set up an initial consultation with you to give you clear and helpful feedback regarding how I can help you or your child.
(484) 652-8142 View (484) 652-8142
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Hilary Waller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Hilary Waller, LPC specializes in reproductive and parental mental health and treatment of related disorders. After earning dual Bachelor’s degrees at Columbia University and The Jewish Theological Seminary, Hilary worked with adolescents in both formal and informal educational settings. This experience piqued her interest in parent-child relationships and led her to pursue a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with a specialty in marriage and family therapy. Hilary trained with Karen Kleiman, MSW, LCSW at The Postpartum Stress Center for over ten years where she provided therapy services and developed professional trainings.
Hilary Waller, LPC specializes in reproductive and parental mental health and treatment of related disorders. After earning dual Bachelor’s degrees at Columbia University and The Jewish Theological Seminary, Hilary worked with adolescents in both formal and informal educational settings. This experience piqued her interest in parent-child relationships and led her to pursue a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with a specialty in marriage and family therapy. Hilary trained with Karen Kleiman, MSW, LCSW at The Postpartum Stress Center for over ten years where she provided therapy services and developed professional trainings.
(484) 218-5568 View (484) 218-5568
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Moss Alan Jackson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Ardmore, PA 19003
I have a strong background in family and marital therapy.
If you are experiencing anxiety, indecision and frustration in your life and have a desire to more successfully cope with the current Covid Virus crisis or any life, work and relationship upsets, I am a perfect fit for You. My work is through video/phone sessions. I aim to create a comfortable partnership with you based on caring, attentive listening and tailor made coaching suggestions. I am not a cookie cutter therapist. I bring a well integrated knowledge and wide experience to our work. I love what I can do for my clients .
I have a strong background in family and marital therapy.
If you are experiencing anxiety, indecision and frustration in your life and have a desire to more successfully cope with the current Covid Virus crisis or any life, work and relationship upsets, I am a perfect fit for You. My work is through video/phone sessions. I aim to create a comfortable partnership with you based on caring, attentive listening and tailor made coaching suggestions. I am not a cookie cutter therapist. I bring a well integrated knowledge and wide experience to our work. I love what I can do for my clients .
(484) 249-0356 x23 View (484) 249-0356 x23
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Kaitlin Nowrey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Royersford, PA 19468
Kaitlin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, AAMFT approved supervisor, and Practice Owner at Tri-County Counseling Services. Kaitlin specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families. Kaitlin takes a warm, direct, and active stance in working with her clients to support a shared and collaborative vision, tailoring her therapeutic approach to best fit the unique needs of each client. Kaitlin strives to help clients gain awareness into their patterns of behavior, as well as implement change to achieve the relationships and life they desire.
Kaitlin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, AAMFT approved supervisor, and Practice Owner at Tri-County Counseling Services. Kaitlin specializes in working with individuals, couples, and families. Kaitlin takes a warm, direct, and active stance in working with her clients to support a shared and collaborative vision, tailoring her therapeutic approach to best fit the unique needs of each client. Kaitlin strives to help clients gain awareness into their patterns of behavior, as well as implement change to achieve the relationships and life they desire.
(610) 421-0170 View (610) 421-0170
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Everlasting Wellness: Megan Levan
Licensed Professional Counselor, CAADC, LPC
Verified Verified
Royersford, PA 19468
Megan equally has experience helping individuals with marriage and relational issues, domestic abuse, grief & loss, gambling, mood disorders, criminal behaviors and mental illness, f populations.
Megan’s biggest passion is serving as a sounding board for those in need of unconditional support, validation, and acceptance. Her philosophy is that every person is of unique value and capable of great change. She believes strongly in the process of change, helping others navigate that path, and encouraging others to find hope. Megan is specialized in three areas: addictions, trauma and relational/ marital conflict. Megan enjoys doing individuals, couples and family work and being a guide through the process of mending and repair. Experience in marriages/ separation/divorce/coparenting/children adjusting to change/ relationships.
Megan equally has experience helping individuals with marriage and relational issues, domestic abuse, grief & loss, gambling, mood disorders, criminal behaviors and mental illness, f populations.
Megan’s biggest passion is serving as a sounding board for those in need of unconditional support, validation, and acceptance. Her philosophy is that every person is of unique value and capable of great change. She believes strongly in the process of change, helping others navigate that path, and encouraging others to find hope. Megan is specialized in three areas: addictions, trauma and relational/ marital conflict. Megan enjoys doing individuals, couples and family work and being a guide through the process of mending and repair. Experience in marriages/ separation/divorce/coparenting/children adjusting to change/ relationships.
(484) 559-7525 View (484) 559-7525
Photo of Arika Moody, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist in Montgomery County, PA
Arika Moody, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Erdenheim, PA 19038
She specializes in treating clients suffering with significant trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, marital issues, parenting struggles, relationship/peer issues and many more causes of suffering.
Arika Moody, LMFT is a Philadelphia Native who strives to service the community she grew up in, and to provide them with affordable therapeutic supports and resources. She has spent her college years in Syracuse University and LaSalle University, where she obtained a B.S. in Child and Family Studies and a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy. She has been dedicated to continuing to learn new ways to be effective in treating her clients and providing holistic treatment that includes processing, validation, and skill building.
She specializes in treating clients suffering with significant trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, marital issues, parenting struggles, relationship/peer issues and many more causes of suffering.
Arika Moody, LMFT is a Philadelphia Native who strives to service the community she grew up in, and to provide them with affordable therapeutic supports and resources. She has spent her college years in Syracuse University and LaSalle University, where she obtained a B.S. in Child and Family Studies and a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy. She has been dedicated to continuing to learn new ways to be effective in treating her clients and providing holistic treatment that includes processing, validation, and skill building.
(267) 323-4780 View (267) 323-4780
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Kimberly Polonsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, CSC, BC-TMH, C-SSW
Verified Verified
Collegeville, PA 19426  (Online Only)
Kimberly is a licensed social worker as well as a board certified telemental health specialist. She also holds certifications in school counseling and school social work. Her goal is to meet clients where they are and adapt to what treatment works best for them using modalities that are individualized to meet your needs. Kimberly's specialities include, adult and child anxiety and depression, parent/child conflict, parenting and marital struggles, divorce, substance abuse, infertility, new parent transition, college counseling as well as life adjustment. While we can’t change our past, we can always create a new future.
Kimberly is a licensed social worker as well as a board certified telemental health specialist. She also holds certifications in school counseling and school social work. Her goal is to meet clients where they are and adapt to what treatment works best for them using modalities that are individualized to meet your needs. Kimberly's specialities include, adult and child anxiety and depression, parent/child conflict, parenting and marital struggles, divorce, substance abuse, infertility, new parent transition, college counseling as well as life adjustment. While we can’t change our past, we can always create a new future.
(484) 739-8870 View (484) 739-8870
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Sarah Halpern
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
My training as a marriage and family therapist with a certificate in sex therapy has given me the tools to work with individuals and couples on issues relating to: sexual function, desire, attachment concerns, the impact of loss and grief on relationships, anxiety and depression.
If you are reading this, you have already begun your journey towards transformation. Change happens from the inside out. It starts with a desire or longing for something in your life to be different. If you are single or in a relationship and looking for enhanced connection with another or greater understanding of yourself, I would be honored to work with you, beside you and support you in the process of growth, healing and discovery.
My training as a marriage and family therapist with a certificate in sex therapy has given me the tools to work with individuals and couples on issues relating to: sexual function, desire, attachment concerns, the impact of loss and grief on relationships, anxiety and depression.
If you are reading this, you have already begun your journey towards transformation. Change happens from the inside out. It starts with a desire or longing for something in your life to be different. If you are single or in a relationship and looking for enhanced connection with another or greater understanding of yourself, I would be honored to work with you, beside you and support you in the process of growth, healing and discovery.
(610) 981-1554 View (610) 981-1554
Photo of Robert J Wieman, Psychologist in Montgomery County, PA
Robert J Wieman
Psychologist, PhD, FAACS
Verified Verified
Flourtown, PA 19031
I have over 40 years in the practice of Clinical Psychology, sex therapy, marital and family therapy. I work with both adolescents and adults on issues such as depression and anxiety, marital and relationship problems, loss and grieving, chronic illnesses, phase of life issues, addictions, gender and sexual identity issues, post traumatic stress disorder, and dissociative disorders. After leaving Penn State, I completed a Postdoctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology and went on to serve as Assistant Director of an addictions treatment program while completing a six year tenure as an Associate in Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania Medical School.
I have over 40 years in the practice of Clinical Psychology, sex therapy, marital and family therapy. I work with both adolescents and adults on issues such as depression and anxiety, marital and relationship problems, loss and grieving, chronic illnesses, phase of life issues, addictions, gender and sexual identity issues, post traumatic stress disorder, and dissociative disorders. After leaving Penn State, I completed a Postdoctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology and went on to serve as Assistant Director of an addictions treatment program while completing a six year tenure as an Associate in Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania Medical School.
(215) 346-7355 View (215) 346-7355
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Lisa Higgins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, GC-C, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in adults struggling with adult ADHD, anxiety, stress, or worry, family dynamics, grief and loss, and marriage counseling.
You find yourself worrying, lying awake, and unsure how to turn off your brain. Maybe you don’t feel heard in your marriage or relationship, don't feel appreciated, or that you’re always having "the same argument". Or you've recently lost a loved one and are not sure what to do next, how to grieve, or just need someone to listen. Maybe you need help meeting deadlines, being on time, or organizing yourself so you can remember important dates. Overall, you’re ready for a change. You are ready to live the life you've dreamed of. I want to help you get there. Visit my website to book a consultation appointment directly with me.
I specialize in adults struggling with adult ADHD, anxiety, stress, or worry, family dynamics, grief and loss, and marriage counseling.
You find yourself worrying, lying awake, and unsure how to turn off your brain. Maybe you don’t feel heard in your marriage or relationship, don't feel appreciated, or that you’re always having "the same argument". Or you've recently lost a loved one and are not sure what to do next, how to grieve, or just need someone to listen. Maybe you need help meeting deadlines, being on time, or organizing yourself so you can remember important dates. Overall, you’re ready for a change. You are ready to live the life you've dreamed of. I want to help you get there. Visit my website to book a consultation appointment directly with me.
(610) 557-3034 View (610) 557-3034
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Lori Dziedziak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
King Of Prussia, PA 19406  (Online Only)
I specialize in individual sessions with college aged women and older as well as premarital counseling, marriage enrichment and marriage support.
You have made it to this page and I want to help! Are you currently dealing with stress-filled situations at work or school, do you have a complicated family or are you having trouble navigating your current relationships? Are you trying to becoming independent, start a career or a family and does any or all of that feel overwhelming to you right now? Are you about to get married and want to build a strong foundation that will help you weather the storms or are you looking to fortify your marriage because of the storms you are currently in? I am here to walk alongside and offer you a helping hand through this time.
I specialize in individual sessions with college aged women and older as well as premarital counseling, marriage enrichment and marriage support.
You have made it to this page and I want to help! Are you currently dealing with stress-filled situations at work or school, do you have a complicated family or are you having trouble navigating your current relationships? Are you trying to becoming independent, start a career or a family and does any or all of that feel overwhelming to you right now? Are you about to get married and want to build a strong foundation that will help you weather the storms or are you looking to fortify your marriage because of the storms you are currently in? I am here to walk alongside and offer you a helping hand through this time.
(484) 866-9662 View (484) 866-9662
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Michele Hadden
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sanatoga, PA 19464
Although I specialize in marriage and family therapy, I also offer couple's and premarital therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed in your relationship, or struggling with communication? Perhaps you are dealing with a life-changing event? I help individuals and couples to overcome their challenges and find more fulfillment and success in their everyday life, guiding them to attain the personal growth they're striving for. I understand the struggles that accompany a busy and demanding lifestyle, and the fears and anxieties that can arise when life suddenly changes course. I can help guide you through the chaos that can often distract us from our ultimate goals while working on healing things that have happened to you in the past.
Although I specialize in marriage and family therapy, I also offer couple's and premarital therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed in your relationship, or struggling with communication? Perhaps you are dealing with a life-changing event? I help individuals and couples to overcome their challenges and find more fulfillment and success in their everyday life, guiding them to attain the personal growth they're striving for. I understand the struggles that accompany a busy and demanding lifestyle, and the fears and anxieties that can arise when life suddenly changes course. I can help guide you through the chaos that can often distract us from our ultimate goals while working on healing things that have happened to you in the past.
(484) 881-3350 View (484) 881-3350
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Lisa W Schmittinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Souderton, PA 18964
My practice includes but is not limited to: anxiety, depression, life coaching, couples and marriage counseling, grief counseling, parenting of young children, teens and special needs children, adolescents/adults with Asperger's syndrome, individuals facing medical issues, adult caregivers of aging parents and life transitions.
Life can be a puzzle. Sometimes, pieces seem to be missing; other times, we aren't sure if we have all of the pieces. How do we put the pieces together? Do they fit? I believe the answer lies within you to solve the puzzle. Working together, we can discover the best part of you and the best fit for you. By using resources, knowledge and the therapeutic relationship, my goal is to empower individuals. My intent is to help you find a healthy balance in order to care for yourself and have healthy relationships.
My practice includes but is not limited to: anxiety, depression, life coaching, couples and marriage counseling, grief counseling, parenting of young children, teens and special needs children, adolescents/adults with Asperger's syndrome, individuals facing medical issues, adult caregivers of aging parents and life transitions.
Life can be a puzzle. Sometimes, pieces seem to be missing; other times, we aren't sure if we have all of the pieces. How do we put the pieces together? Do they fit? I believe the answer lies within you to solve the puzzle. Working together, we can discover the best part of you and the best fit for you. By using resources, knowledge and the therapeutic relationship, my goal is to empower individuals. My intent is to help you find a healthy balance in order to care for yourself and have healthy relationships.
(215) 995-5236 View (215) 995-5236
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William Morgan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
I specialize in counseling/psychotherapy for emotional and relationship problems (anxiety, depression, marriage, and other); ADD/ADHD in children and adults; testing (diagnostic, psychoeducational, learning disabilities, career, ADHD, custody, forensic, and other); parenting and family issues; and career and workplace issues.
As a psychologist, counselor, and evaluator, I look at sessions as a collaborative process. Together we work towards making the changes my clients desire so that they experience more contentment, peace, satisfaction and success. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that helps people learn skills that last a lifetime. I am a licensed psychologist with over twenty years experience as a counselor, therapist, and diagnostician, and am active in training therapists.
I specialize in counseling/psychotherapy for emotional and relationship problems (anxiety, depression, marriage, and other); ADD/ADHD in children and adults; testing (diagnostic, psychoeducational, learning disabilities, career, ADHD, custody, forensic, and other); parenting and family issues; and career and workplace issues.
As a psychologist, counselor, and evaluator, I look at sessions as a collaborative process. Together we work towards making the changes my clients desire so that they experience more contentment, peace, satisfaction and success. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that helps people learn skills that last a lifetime. I am a licensed psychologist with over twenty years experience as a counselor, therapist, and diagnostician, and am active in training therapists.
(610) 644-8182 View (610) 644-8182
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Mark D Schenker
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blue Bell, PA 19422
The primary focus of my practice for 40 years has been helping people achieve recovery from substance use disorders. I use a collaborative, motivational approach, rather than confrontation, and work with people on setting and achieving realistic and healthy goals for their problems. I believe, (as did Bill Wilson, the founder of AA) that there are many paths to recovery; each person must work on a program that reflects their unique needs and assets. I encourage people to explore their resources, their obstacles and their values in setting goals and in working a positive program. Secondarily, I am trained in couples/marital therapy.
The primary focus of my practice for 40 years has been helping people achieve recovery from substance use disorders. I use a collaborative, motivational approach, rather than confrontation, and work with people on setting and achieving realistic and healthy goals for their problems. I believe, (as did Bill Wilson, the founder of AA) that there are many paths to recovery; each person must work on a program that reflects their unique needs and assets. I encourage people to explore their resources, their obstacles and their values in setting goals and in working a positive program. Secondarily, I am trained in couples/marital therapy.
(215) 264-5412 View (215) 264-5412
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Nicole M. Yoder
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gilbertsville, PA 19525
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist that has worked in various settings including family based, college counseling, and outpatient.
Hi! I am the owner of Blue Dragonfly Counseling LLC and specialize in working with children aged 5-12, families, and couples. I work to help children with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and family changes. I utilize creative methods such as art and play to help children feel safe and build a positive therapeutic alliance. With couples and families I strive to create a safe space where everyone feels heard. I can help work through communication issues, negative patterns and cycles, family and couple roles, and attachment.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist that has worked in various settings including family based, college counseling, and outpatient.
Hi! I am the owner of Blue Dragonfly Counseling LLC and specialize in working with children aged 5-12, families, and couples. I work to help children with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and family changes. I utilize creative methods such as art and play to help children feel safe and build a positive therapeutic alliance. With couples and families I strive to create a safe space where everyone feels heard. I can help work through communication issues, negative patterns and cycles, family and couple roles, and attachment.
(610) 546-7113 View (610) 546-7113
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Robin Axelrod Sabag
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a licensed clinical social worker and received post graduate training in marriage and family therapy at the Council for Relationships.
As a therapist, I value and create a safe, warm, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment for individuals, couples, and families to explore underlying issues. I realize that coming to see a therapist and opening up is an act of trust and not always easy. In your work with me, I hope you will feel accepted and understood and experience our work as an ongoing process that we co-create. If we work together, you can expect to gain a better understanding of yourself and of meaningful people in your life. My areas of expertise include: eating disorders, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, moodiness, trauma, and addiction.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and received post graduate training in marriage and family therapy at the Council for Relationships.
As a therapist, I value and create a safe, warm, non-judgmental, and empathetic environment for individuals, couples, and families to explore underlying issues. I realize that coming to see a therapist and opening up is an act of trust and not always easy. In your work with me, I hope you will feel accepted and understood and experience our work as an ongoing process that we co-create. If we work together, you can expect to gain a better understanding of yourself and of meaningful people in your life. My areas of expertise include: eating disorders, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, moodiness, trauma, and addiction.
(215) 995-1199 View (215) 995-1199
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Caryn Richfield
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
In my 30 plus years of practice, I have devoted most of my time to the treatment of adolescents and adults of all ages. I have particular expertise in the area of mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, chronic illness and headache disorders, as well as life transitions. As well as treating individuals, I also do parent counseling and marital therapy. My approach incorporates a blending of psychodynamic theory, cognitive-behavioral strategies and psychoeducation. A thorough assessment of each patient helps me to formulate a plan that is individualized and focused on accomplishing specific goals.
In my 30 plus years of practice, I have devoted most of my time to the treatment of adolescents and adults of all ages. I have particular expertise in the area of mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, chronic illness and headache disorders, as well as life transitions. As well as treating individuals, I also do parent counseling and marital therapy. My approach incorporates a blending of psychodynamic theory, cognitive-behavioral strategies and psychoeducation. A thorough assessment of each patient helps me to formulate a plan that is individualized and focused on accomplishing specific goals.
(610) 624-8969 View (610) 624-8969

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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.