Photo of Graal Baiocchi Jacobson, Licensed Professional Counselor in Austin, TX
Graal Baiocchi Jacobson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
I am a psychotherapist, licensed professional counselor and drama therapist with 16 years' experience working with individuals, couples, families and groups. In this time frame I have had the opportunity to work with a wide range of populations, such as people diagnosed with major depressive disorder, dual diagnosis, bi-polar disorder, borderline personality disorder and eating disorders. I also have experience working with immigrants and minority groups,individuals who experienced trauma, as well as people seeking for growth, personal development and more meaning in their lives. I am fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
I am a psychotherapist, licensed professional counselor and drama therapist with 16 years' experience working with individuals, couples, families and groups. In this time frame I have had the opportunity to work with a wide range of populations, such as people diagnosed with major depressive disorder, dual diagnosis, bi-polar disorder, borderline personality disorder and eating disorders. I also have experience working with immigrants and minority groups,individuals who experienced trauma, as well as people seeking for growth, personal development and more meaning in their lives. I am fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
(512) 865-5951 View (512) 865-5951
Photo of Kelly Harold Edwards, Marriage & Family Therapist in Austin, TX
Kelly Harold Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78704
I work with individuals and couples who are struggling with their relationships or feeling stuck in their lives. I believe it takes courage to show up as our authentic selves, and in our work I encourage clients to stand in their truth and live in a way that feels fulfilling. I work with couples who are experiencing conflict, disconnection, or are recovering from betrayal. I help couples learn relational health by shedding light on dysfunctional patterns, improving communication of needs and feelings, and practicing co-regulation.
I work with individuals and couples who are struggling with their relationships or feeling stuck in their lives. I believe it takes courage to show up as our authentic selves, and in our work I encourage clients to stand in their truth and live in a way that feels fulfilling. I work with couples who are experiencing conflict, disconnection, or are recovering from betrayal. I help couples learn relational health by shedding light on dysfunctional patterns, improving communication of needs and feelings, and practicing co-regulation.
(737) 204-6552 View (737) 204-6552
Photo of Beatriz Lloret, Licensed Professional Counselor in Austin, TX
Beatriz Lloret
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, Couples, Therapy
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
If you are a couple seeking a well-rounded and professional therapist to guide you toward growth and change, I may be the therapist for you. At this moment you may be dealing with difficulties in your life and your relationship and feeling overwhelmed. I can help you find surprising opportunities in the midst of dissatisfaction, loss, crisis, or chaos. You may discover in therapy that those can be signs that life is just asking you to try something different.
If you are a couple seeking a well-rounded and professional therapist to guide you toward growth and change, I may be the therapist for you. At this moment you may be dealing with difficulties in your life and your relationship and feeling overwhelmed. I can help you find surprising opportunities in the midst of dissatisfaction, loss, crisis, or chaos. You may discover in therapy that those can be signs that life is just asking you to try something different.
(979) 431-5700 View (979) 431-5700
Photo of Maria Garza, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Austin, TX
Maria Garza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78744
I am a multicultural, multilingual, Latina Clinical Social Worker, who is deeply committed to providing a safe, strength-based, client-centered, empowering environment, where we can collaboratively work to increase your emotional wellbeing by supporting and guiding you on your unique emotional healing journey.
I am a multicultural, multilingual, Latina Clinical Social Worker, who is deeply committed to providing a safe, strength-based, client-centered, empowering environment, where we can collaboratively work to increase your emotional wellbeing by supporting and guiding you on your unique emotional healing journey.
(512) 798-4402 View (512) 798-4402

Online Therapists

Photo of Elisa Belle Luschin, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate in Austin, TX
Elisa Belle Luschin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
College Station, TX 77840  (Online Only)
***Aceito novos clientes. Vagas limitadas com preço reduzido.*** Considero a família o sistema de maior influência em indivíduos e na sociedade. Me graduei em Estudos da Família pela BYU e fiz um mestrado em Terapia de Casal e Família pela TTU. Portanto, meu foco é ajudar você e sua família a melhorarem sua comunicação, resolver conflitos, e curar as feridas em seus relacionamentos, para um convívio familiar mais leve. Além de meus estudos acadêmicos, sei por experiência própria como é ser um estrangeiro e passar pelo processo de aculturação em um país diferente. Estou aqui para ajudar você e sua família em sua jornada.
***Aceito novos clientes. Vagas limitadas com preço reduzido.*** Considero a família o sistema de maior influência em indivíduos e na sociedade. Me graduei em Estudos da Família pela BYU e fiz um mestrado em Terapia de Casal e Família pela TTU. Portanto, meu foco é ajudar você e sua família a melhorarem sua comunicação, resolver conflitos, e curar as feridas em seus relacionamentos, para um convívio familiar mais leve. Além de meus estudos acadêmicos, sei por experiência própria como é ser um estrangeiro e passar pelo processo de aculturação em um país diferente. Estou aqui para ajudar você e sua família em sua jornada.
(806) 454-7938 View (806) 454-7938
Photo of Maria Winsborough, Licensed Professional Counselor in Austin, TX
Maria Winsborough
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, LMA
Not Verified Not Verified
San Antonio, TX 78232
Eu trabalho com clientes motivados para crescer e se desenvolver psicologicamente. Esplorando formas de comunicacao, modos de lidar com dificuldades, traumas, mudancas, nos entramos juntos num caminho de recuperacao. Alguns problemas sao resolvidos mais rapidos, outros sao mais profundos e leva mais tempo. A minha filosofia e' no entanto respeitar o ritmo do meu/minha cliente e nao forcar o ritmo individual. Eu acredito que ser puxado demais cria mais trauma ou so' se encontra uma solucao temporaria, as vezes so' por um desejo de satisfazer o terapeuta. E quero que meus clientes aprendam a se ouvirem profundamente.
Eu trabalho com clientes motivados para crescer e se desenvolver psicologicamente. Esplorando formas de comunicacao, modos de lidar com dificuldades, traumas, mudancas, nos entramos juntos num caminho de recuperacao. Alguns problemas sao resolvidos mais rapidos, outros sao mais profundos e leva mais tempo. A minha filosofia e' no entanto respeitar o ritmo do meu/minha cliente e nao forcar o ritmo individual. Eu acredito que ser puxado demais cria mais trauma ou so' se encontra uma solucao temporaria, as vezes so' por um desejo de satisfazer o terapeuta. E quero que meus clientes aprendam a se ouvirem profundamente.
(210) 544-1711 View (210) 544-1711
Photo of Franny Haag Morar, Marriage & Family Therapist in Austin, TX
Franny Haag Morar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230
Offering Video Sessions for Texas and in person sessions for Califonia. We are usually afraid of our feelings. We try to avoid them, mask them, hide them. We live in a world that tells us to be happy. We try, but we can't, the feelings catch up with us. So we feel even worse. We feel lost, afraid, and guilty for feeling our feelings. In my practice, I provide a safe environment where you can start exploring your feelings, accept them, and work through them. I will help you get in touch with your inner/true self, accepting yourself for who you are, moving away from shame, guilt and fear, and starting the process of change.
Offering Video Sessions for Texas and in person sessions for Califonia. We are usually afraid of our feelings. We try to avoid them, mask them, hide them. We live in a world that tells us to be happy. We try, but we can't, the feelings catch up with us. So we feel even worse. We feel lost, afraid, and guilty for feeling our feelings. In my practice, I provide a safe environment where you can start exploring your feelings, accept them, and work through them. I will help you get in touch with your inner/true self, accepting yourself for who you are, moving away from shame, guilt and fear, and starting the process of change.
(323) 370-4863 View (323) 370-4863
Photo of Benjamin Conner, Licensed Professional Counselor in Austin, TX
Benjamin Conner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, EMDR, Veteran
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78260  (Online Only)
If you suffer from trauma, PTSD, anxiety or depression, and you are exhausted from the fight, lets talk. I survived many types of abuse, trauma, and PTSD. I then transitioned from military search and rescue to civilian life with my wife and three boys. I understand treating these issues with EMDR and guiding healing for individuals and families. Parenting and relationships are difficult, and with trauma in the background it can seem impossible. Treating those injuries from the past and present can change your life, strengthen your identity, and heal your relationships.
If you suffer from trauma, PTSD, anxiety or depression, and you are exhausted from the fight, lets talk. I survived many types of abuse, trauma, and PTSD. I then transitioned from military search and rescue to civilian life with my wife and three boys. I understand treating these issues with EMDR and guiding healing for individuals and families. Parenting and relationships are difficult, and with trauma in the background it can seem impossible. Treating those injuries from the past and present can change your life, strengthen your identity, and heal your relationships.
(210) 361-2475 View (210) 361-2475
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.