Photo of Madiha Ashraf, Licensed Professional Counselor in Collin County, TX
Madiha Ashraf
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013
I am a LPC & am currently working towards my Ph.D in Counselor Education specializing in Marital & Family Counseling. I am a 1st Gen Pakistani Muslim American. My personal struggles help me understand 1st hand the struggles of juggling various identities & being able to feel comfortable within your own skin.
I am a LPC & am currently working towards my Ph.D in Counselor Education specializing in Marital & Family Counseling. I am a 1st Gen Pakistani Muslim American. My personal struggles help me understand 1st hand the struggles of juggling various identities & being able to feel comfortable within your own skin.
(214) 778-2836 View (214) 778-2836
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Dwana R Hayes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
My counseling experience includes addiction and recovery, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, parenting support, marriage and family and anger management.
Empowering you to become "The Best Possible You" is my ultimate goal. Life is full of challenges, disappointments and successes. How you process these experiences may impact your quality of life. Do you embrace a challenge, learn from mistakes and celebrate success; or do you retreat from a challenge, beat yourself up over mistakes and discount your successes? While I do not purport to be able to change difficult situations from the past, I will partner with you in understanding and addressing current life issues in a way that allows you to embrace challenges, learn from mistakes, and celebrate success.
My counseling experience includes addiction and recovery, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, parenting support, marriage and family and anger management.
Empowering you to become "The Best Possible You" is my ultimate goal. Life is full of challenges, disappointments and successes. How you process these experiences may impact your quality of life. Do you embrace a challenge, learn from mistakes and celebrate success; or do you retreat from a challenge, beat yourself up over mistakes and discount your successes? While I do not purport to be able to change difficult situations from the past, I will partner with you in understanding and addressing current life issues in a way that allows you to embrace challenges, learn from mistakes, and celebrate success.
(469) 804-6195 View (469) 804-6195
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Sarah Gregory
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024
marital and relationship conflict, parenting issues, depression, anger, anxiety, panic/fear, self-harm, low-self esteem, sexual abuse, obsessive-compulsive disorders, adjustment issues, eating disorders, behavior issues, addictions, divorce, and blended families.
I am a trauma informed, EMDR trained, & a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional therapist. I enjoy incorporating games and art therapy in sessions. I am passionate to help people move through emotional/spiritual obstacles so they can live rich lives interpersonally and contribute to their community. A warm, empathetic relationship between a counselor and client provides the context where growth and change can take place. I utilize Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, and Play Therapy approaches.
marital and relationship conflict, parenting issues, depression, anger, anxiety, panic/fear, self-harm, low-self esteem, sexual abuse, obsessive-compulsive disorders, adjustment issues, eating disorders, behavior issues, addictions, divorce, and blended families.
I am a trauma informed, EMDR trained, & a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional therapist. I enjoy incorporating games and art therapy in sessions. I am passionate to help people move through emotional/spiritual obstacles so they can live rich lives interpersonally and contribute to their community. A warm, empathetic relationship between a counselor and client provides the context where growth and change can take place. I utilize Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, and Play Therapy approaches.
(972) 608-3179 View (972) 608-3179
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Tamolyn 'tammy' Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
Women's Counseling,Men's Counseling, Teen/Adolescent Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Family Counseling, Short Term Parenting Training, Behavior Modification, Low self esteem, Depression issues, Cognitive Behavioral Counseling, Anxiety issues, Anger Management, Stress management.
Hello my name is Tamolyn “Tammy” Williams, MA, LPC, NCC with Start Your Growth Counseling. My passion is to empower every client with the skills and mindset in order to overcome challenges presented in everyday life struggles. My goal with each client is to focus on building a healthy sense of self-esteem through my modality of counseling. I believe that it is imperative to encourage adults and adolescents to live in a way that brings individual inner peace and joy. I am known for a warm, relaxed, and comfortable approach to counseling. I look forward to going on this journey to empower and healing with you!
Women's Counseling,Men's Counseling, Teen/Adolescent Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Family Counseling, Short Term Parenting Training, Behavior Modification, Low self esteem, Depression issues, Cognitive Behavioral Counseling, Anxiety issues, Anger Management, Stress management.
Hello my name is Tamolyn “Tammy” Williams, MA, LPC, NCC with Start Your Growth Counseling. My passion is to empower every client with the skills and mindset in order to overcome challenges presented in everyday life struggles. My goal with each client is to focus on building a healthy sense of self-esteem through my modality of counseling. I believe that it is imperative to encourage adults and adolescents to live in a way that brings individual inner peace and joy. I am known for a warm, relaxed, and comfortable approach to counseling. I look forward to going on this journey to empower and healing with you!
(972) 737-1127 View (972) 737-1127
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Robin Newman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75072
I also focus on childhood disorders, teen issues, marital conflict, infidelity, and sex addiction.
As a clinical psychologist, I look forward to joining you on your journey to optimum communication within relationships, grieving losses, and the expression of deep emotions. By exploring triggers to behaviors such as sexual acting out, pornography use, and looking at issues like anxiety, PTSD, or low self-esteem you can learn skills to manage, if not overcome, unwanted behaviors that bring about damaging results. Ive worked with patients of all ages, but find great joy working with children, teens, couples, and individuals who desire to make a positive change in their lives. Spiritual issues related to church conflict also welcome
I also focus on childhood disorders, teen issues, marital conflict, infidelity, and sex addiction.
As a clinical psychologist, I look forward to joining you on your journey to optimum communication within relationships, grieving losses, and the expression of deep emotions. By exploring triggers to behaviors such as sexual acting out, pornography use, and looking at issues like anxiety, PTSD, or low self-esteem you can learn skills to manage, if not overcome, unwanted behaviors that bring about damaging results. Ive worked with patients of all ages, but find great joy working with children, teens, couples, and individuals who desire to make a positive change in their lives. Spiritual issues related to church conflict also welcome
(972) 846-0603 View (972) 846-0603
Photo of Rachel Johnson, Marriage & Family Therapist in Collin County, TX
Rachel Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75070
If you have been struggling with anxiety, feeling triggered, or generally feeling stuck in life, let's work together to develop the tools necessary to help you get on a happier and healthier life path. With my background in Marriage and Family Therapy, I have extensive experience in working with couples, families, and relationship dynamics including coparenting. I have successfully counseled many couples and have helped them improve the quality of their relationship. Conflict resolution, communication, coping skills, mindfulness, and de-escalation are all skills that I teach my clients in their journey towards health.
If you have been struggling with anxiety, feeling triggered, or generally feeling stuck in life, let's work together to develop the tools necessary to help you get on a happier and healthier life path. With my background in Marriage and Family Therapy, I have extensive experience in working with couples, families, and relationship dynamics including coparenting. I have successfully counseled many couples and have helped them improve the quality of their relationship. Conflict resolution, communication, coping skills, mindfulness, and de-escalation are all skills that I teach my clients in their journey towards health.
(214) 753-4591 View (214) 753-4591
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Nicholas Grainger - Aletheia Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75074
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing individual, couples, and marital therapy. Clinically I am interested in unconscious motivations and how they influence our daily lives and relationships. I believe as we begin to process and understand how our past impacts our present, we can work to cultivate awareness, find acceptance, and create meaning in our struggle.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor providing individual, couples, and marital therapy. Clinically I am interested in unconscious motivations and how they influence our daily lives and relationships. I believe as we begin to process and understand how our past impacts our present, we can work to cultivate awareness, find acceptance, and create meaning in our struggle.
(469) 256-4897 View (469) 256-4897
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Narrative Works Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75035
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT. I have been providing therapeutic services to children, teens, adults, couples and families since 2000. I strive to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere in which individuals can be supported in their efforts to change and grow as well as become reconnected to their strengths and dreams.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT. I have been providing therapeutic services to children, teens, adults, couples and families since 2000. I strive to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere in which individuals can be supported in their efforts to change and grow as well as become reconnected to their strengths and dreams.
(972) 810-7241 View (972) 810-7241
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Nathaniel Winfield Briggs
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75035
I also offer pre-marital, marital, and couples counseling.
Facing challenges and adversity is a normal part of life, however, you do not have to face these difficulties alone. I work alongside my clients to achieve personal growth and healing in a way that helps improve their lives and feel better. I like to be honest and direct with my clients when they are facing difficult situations.
I also offer pre-marital, marital, and couples counseling.
Facing challenges and adversity is a normal part of life, however, you do not have to face these difficulties alone. I work alongside my clients to achieve personal growth and healing in a way that helps improve their lives and feel better. I like to be honest and direct with my clients when they are facing difficult situations.
(972) 640-5590 View (972) 640-5590
Photo of Christina Felicetti, Marriage & Family Therapist in Collin County, TX
Christina Felicetti
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75074
I have experience and utilize a sex positive framework when working with: Kink, open marriage, poly relationships, and transgendered folks who are transitioning.
I believe that we are all hard-wired for connection, relationships, and safe attachment. I am passionate about helping my clients learn to become the best version of themselves. I believe that we often get stuck in life attempting to solve problems the same way over and over. Once we get caught in this pattern, especially in relationships, we begin to argue over how we are fighting instead of working through relationship barriers. I help my clients learn new skills that will allow them to break problematic cycles and find new ways to connect with others.
I have experience and utilize a sex positive framework when working with: Kink, open marriage, poly relationships, and transgendered folks who are transitioning.
I believe that we are all hard-wired for connection, relationships, and safe attachment. I am passionate about helping my clients learn to become the best version of themselves. I believe that we often get stuck in life attempting to solve problems the same way over and over. Once we get caught in this pattern, especially in relationships, we begin to argue over how we are fighting instead of working through relationship barriers. I help my clients learn new skills that will allow them to break problematic cycles and find new ways to connect with others.
(972) 236-4969 View (972) 236-4969
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Marc Kitano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75071
I continued my education earning a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy at a Christian university.
I specialize in treating children, adolescents and adults with mood disorders, anxiety and depression. I pride myself in providing a warm, safe and caring environment while sharing insight as appropriate. My training as a family therapist has given me skills to provide support in building healthy relationships, restoring hope and finding resilience.
I continued my education earning a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy at a Christian university.
I specialize in treating children, adolescents and adults with mood disorders, anxiety and depression. I pride myself in providing a warm, safe and caring environment while sharing insight as appropriate. My training as a family therapist has given me skills to provide support in building healthy relationships, restoring hope and finding resilience.
(469) 535-7770 View (469) 535-7770
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Heather Harvey
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, MS, LPC, CAMS-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and added counseling methods while incorporating my faith as appropriate, I provide counseling to individuals and families, specializing in, but not limited to, the following areas: ADHD, anxiety, defiant behavior, depression, life transitions, pre-marital and marriage counseling, anger, teenage struggles, and self-harm.
As a mental health professional, I approach counseling in a way in which the client feels they are being listened to and validated, and I enjoy working with individuals and families. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over twelve years of experience. I have counseled families in areas including foster care and adoption, medical hospitals, inner-city communities, private school, and psychiatric facilities. I presently work at a private practice in Plano and specialize in anxiety, anger, depression, and struggles with mood, also providing pre-marital and marital counseling as well.
Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and added counseling methods while incorporating my faith as appropriate, I provide counseling to individuals and families, specializing in, but not limited to, the following areas: ADHD, anxiety, defiant behavior, depression, life transitions, pre-marital and marriage counseling, anger, teenage struggles, and self-harm.
As a mental health professional, I approach counseling in a way in which the client feels they are being listened to and validated, and I enjoy working with individuals and families. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over twelve years of experience. I have counseled families in areas including foster care and adoption, medical hospitals, inner-city communities, private school, and psychiatric facilities. I presently work at a private practice in Plano and specialize in anxiety, anger, depression, and struggles with mood, also providing pre-marital and marital counseling as well.
(972) 885-3565 View (972) 885-3565
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Community Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CSC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75002
Need help now? Call our caring staff today to discover how we can provide you solutions for life. Our team of counselors work together helping you with the most effective tools and resources possible! Our director has over 25 years of experience and a recognized national expert. We offer Solution Focused Counseling, CBT, & DBT interventions for adults, couples, children, teens, and families! If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, anxiety, marital issues, family conflict, grief, ADHD, trauma or other life challenges, we are here to provide a supportive, relaxing environment, and opportunities for change.
Need help now? Call our caring staff today to discover how we can provide you solutions for life. Our team of counselors work together helping you with the most effective tools and resources possible! Our director has over 25 years of experience and a recognized national expert. We offer Solution Focused Counseling, CBT, & DBT interventions for adults, couples, children, teens, and families! If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, anxiety, marital issues, family conflict, grief, ADHD, trauma or other life challenges, we are here to provide a supportive, relaxing environment, and opportunities for change.
(214) 919-5829 View (214) 919-5829
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A True You Counseling PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75024
Are you running out of options with how to help your teen deal with various stressors stemming from bullying, depression, social anxiety or past trauma? Are you in a troubled marriage and aren't sure if you should stay or leave? If so, I can help. I specialize in helping parents find solutions to problems that their teens might face by providing solution-oriented, evidenced-based techniques that can be used in both the counseling office and at home. I also assist couples in determining what their best options are in a collaborative, supportive, and compassionate manner.
Are you running out of options with how to help your teen deal with various stressors stemming from bullying, depression, social anxiety or past trauma? Are you in a troubled marriage and aren't sure if you should stay or leave? If so, I can help. I specialize in helping parents find solutions to problems that their teens might face by providing solution-oriented, evidenced-based techniques that can be used in both the counseling office and at home. I also assist couples in determining what their best options are in a collaborative, supportive, and compassionate manner.
(949) 397-2483 View (949) 397-2483
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Matt McKinney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75024
As a LPC, my job is to help you navigate: coping skills, premarital/ marriage counseling, communication, conflict resolution, divorce recovery, family conflict, identity, self-worth development, infidelity, life transitions, anger management, anxiety and fear, grief and loss, depression, personal growth, codependency, and pre-teens/teenagers.
My goal is to walk alongside individuals, couples and families to see how to best help in their time of need. I work hard to help provide hope to those who are hurting, and believe the only way to experience true change, is for God, to ultimately change a person's heart.
As a LPC, my job is to help you navigate: coping skills, premarital/ marriage counseling, communication, conflict resolution, divorce recovery, family conflict, identity, self-worth development, infidelity, life transitions, anger management, anxiety and fear, grief and loss, depression, personal growth, codependency, and pre-teens/teenagers.
My goal is to walk alongside individuals, couples and families to see how to best help in their time of need. I work hard to help provide hope to those who are hurting, and believe the only way to experience true change, is for God, to ultimately change a person's heart.
(972) 351-8547 View (972) 351-8547
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Kari Knott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75252
Integrating these specialized skills into relationship and marriage counseling adds a profound dimension to the therapeutic process.
For the past 20 years, I've devoted myself to supporting individuals navigating through the complexities of mental health. My passion lies in assisting clients grappling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship or parenting concerns. My approach is rooted in multiple therapeutic modalities. Trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), I merge this powerful technique with Mindful Self-Compassion, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotional Focus Therapy. This allows for a tailored, holistic journey toward healing and growth,respecting each client's unique narrative
Integrating these specialized skills into relationship and marriage counseling adds a profound dimension to the therapeutic process.
For the past 20 years, I've devoted myself to supporting individuals navigating through the complexities of mental health. My passion lies in assisting clients grappling with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship or parenting concerns. My approach is rooted in multiple therapeutic modalities. Trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), I merge this powerful technique with Mindful Self-Compassion, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotional Focus Therapy. This allows for a tailored, holistic journey toward healing and growth,respecting each client's unique narrative
(469) 382-3519 View (469) 382-3519
Photo of Steven R. Scott, Licensed Professional Counselor in Collin County, TX
Steven R. Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
Welcome to the practice of Steven R. Scott. Steven works with a large variety of people by providing individual psychotherapy, family and marital counseling, premarital counseling, grief resolution, teen counseling, and group therapy. Steven's goal is to make your therapeutic experience as fulfilling as possible. His solutions focused approach helps people reach their goals as efficiently as possible. Steven has over twenty years of experience, which allows him to be able to customize a treatment plan that will suit your needs. Steven now offers office hours as well as phone and video sessions. Call today for a consultation.
Welcome to the practice of Steven R. Scott. Steven works with a large variety of people by providing individual psychotherapy, family and marital counseling, premarital counseling, grief resolution, teen counseling, and group therapy. Steven's goal is to make your therapeutic experience as fulfilling as possible. His solutions focused approach helps people reach their goals as efficiently as possible. Steven has over twenty years of experience, which allows him to be able to customize a treatment plan that will suit your needs. Steven now offers office hours as well as phone and video sessions. Call today for a consultation.
(972) 380-1842 View (972) 380-1842
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Brandy Porche
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CAMS-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McKinney, TX 75070
My counseling specialties include Marriage & Pre-Marital, Family, Divorce, Co-Parenting, & Anger Management Counseling.
Licensed in Texas and Illinois. As we navigate our unique journey in life, sometimes additional support is needed along the way. My interactions with clients are grounded in compassion, respect, empathy, and an understanding of cultural impacts. My role as a therapist is to help educate and empower clients so that they develop the insight and skills necessary to overcome their own personal and situational challenges. Examining the core of your presenting symptoms can be challenging but you are worth the life changing experience. I work with couples, families, & individuals including adults and adolescents ages 14+.
My counseling specialties include Marriage & Pre-Marital, Family, Divorce, Co-Parenting, & Anger Management Counseling.
Licensed in Texas and Illinois. As we navigate our unique journey in life, sometimes additional support is needed along the way. My interactions with clients are grounded in compassion, respect, empathy, and an understanding of cultural impacts. My role as a therapist is to help educate and empower clients so that they develop the insight and skills necessary to overcome their own personal and situational challenges. Examining the core of your presenting symptoms can be challenging but you are worth the life changing experience. I work with couples, families, & individuals including adults and adolescents ages 14+.
(469) 436-9298 View (469) 436-9298
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Jeffrey Drake
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Frisco, TX 75034  (Online Only)
Working with me, Jeffrey Drake, is an experience rooted in empathy, transformation, and hope. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I specialize in chronic pain conditions, couples and marital counseling, anxiety, depression, and stress management. My approach is deeply client-centered, driven by a genuine passion for helping individuals find their path to brighter, more fulfilling lives. Together, we'll navigate the complexities of chronic pain, challenging negative thoughts, and emotions to pave the way for relief and well-being.
Working with me, Jeffrey Drake, is an experience rooted in empathy, transformation, and hope. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I specialize in chronic pain conditions, couples and marital counseling, anxiety, depression, and stress management. My approach is deeply client-centered, driven by a genuine passion for helping individuals find their path to brighter, more fulfilling lives. Together, we'll navigate the complexities of chronic pain, challenging negative thoughts, and emotions to pave the way for relief and well-being.
(469) 461-4145 View (469) 461-4145
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Michelle Thomas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75024
Michelle focus includes anxiety disorders, depression, stress management, anger management, grief, dual diagnosis, career adjustment, relationship challenges, marriage therapy.
Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Dallas, Texas. Michelle’s education and experience gives her a wide perspective in working with a variety of clients concerns and issues. Michelle therapeutic style is direct but compassionate. " Our thoughts determine our feelings and our behavior". She has a specific interest in providing an opportunity for clients who want to integrate their faith into the counseling process. Michelle provides counseling services to adolescents, adults, families, and couples.
Michelle focus includes anxiety disorders, depression, stress management, anger management, grief, dual diagnosis, career adjustment, relationship challenges, marriage therapy.
Michelle is a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Dallas, Texas. Michelle’s education and experience gives her a wide perspective in working with a variety of clients concerns and issues. Michelle therapeutic style is direct but compassionate. " Our thoughts determine our feelings and our behavior". She has a specific interest in providing an opportunity for clients who want to integrate their faith into the counseling process. Michelle provides counseling services to adolescents, adults, families, and couples.
(682) 243-3251 View (682) 243-3251

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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.