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Tammy J Holland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CTHP
Verified Verified
Waco, TX 76702  (Online Only)
My education specialized in marriage and family and the majority of my training was working with abusive situations.
Hello and Welcome. The first step to healing is looking for a therapist and making an appointment for help. Are you in the middle of a transition? Transitions can be changing jobs, dissolving a relationship, entering into a new relationship or just accepting change in yourself. These changes can be challenging, exhilarating and frightening all at the same time. It is difficult to remain healthy mentally and physically at these times without some help from professionals.
My education specialized in marriage and family and the majority of my training was working with abusive situations.
Hello and Welcome. The first step to healing is looking for a therapist and making an appointment for help. Are you in the middle of a transition? Transitions can be changing jobs, dissolving a relationship, entering into a new relationship or just accepting change in yourself. These changes can be challenging, exhilarating and frightening all at the same time. It is difficult to remain healthy mentally and physically at these times without some help from professionals.
(254) 239-0589 View (254) 239-0589
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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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Matrice D Henderson-Aldridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76123  (Online Only)
Are you worried about your marriage/relationship? Are you struggling with happiness or with other stressors in your life? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. We know this is hard, and you've likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years.
Are you worried about your marriage/relationship? Are you struggling with happiness or with other stressors in your life? Have you tried to solve the problems in your life on your own and realized you need help from someone else? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have made the right choice by being here. We know this is hard, and you've likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years.
(817) 631-8079 View (817) 631-8079
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Karen Ramirez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75218
I am also a certified in the Prepare/Enrich Assessment to help pre-marital couples address potential high conflict issues and learn communication skills that will help them throughout their marriage.
I understand how difficult life can be when your closest relationships are struggling. By looking for help, you have made a great step towards healing and change! I provide individuals and couples with a safe space to share whatever is bothering them in an accepting, empathetic environment. Your therapy should be unique and focused on what you are wanting to change, so I adapt treatment to match those goals. I invest the care and time it takes for you to leave feeling valued, heard, and with an increased confidence in managing your problems.
I am also a certified in the Prepare/Enrich Assessment to help pre-marital couples address potential high conflict issues and learn communication skills that will help them throughout their marriage.
I understand how difficult life can be when your closest relationships are struggling. By looking for help, you have made a great step towards healing and change! I provide individuals and couples with a safe space to share whatever is bothering them in an accepting, empathetic environment. Your therapy should be unique and focused on what you are wanting to change, so I adapt treatment to match those goals. I invest the care and time it takes for you to leave feeling valued, heard, and with an increased confidence in managing your problems.
(469) 490-1033 View (469) 490-1033
Brighter Possibilities Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Our counselors at BPFC are diverse in many areas including leaders of professional organizations such as the Texas Association of Marriage and Family Counselors, clinical professionals, school settings, juvenile and family court services.
Greetings from Brighter Possibilities. Brighter Possibilities is a counseling facility located in Fort Worth, Texas. Our goal is to assist the community by providing counseling services for children, adolescents, families, couples and individuals. We want to ensure our clients find the assistance they are seeking so we give our clients the opportunity to collaborate with their therapist and choose which therapist they feel will be most helpful in achieving their desired goals. We offer services in Spanish and English and we accept most major insurances. We look forward to assisting you in discovering your Brighter Possibilities.
Our counselors at BPFC are diverse in many areas including leaders of professional organizations such as the Texas Association of Marriage and Family Counselors, clinical professionals, school settings, juvenile and family court services.
Greetings from Brighter Possibilities. Brighter Possibilities is a counseling facility located in Fort Worth, Texas. Our goal is to assist the community by providing counseling services for children, adolescents, families, couples and individuals. We want to ensure our clients find the assistance they are seeking so we give our clients the opportunity to collaborate with their therapist and choose which therapist they feel will be most helpful in achieving their desired goals. We offer services in Spanish and English and we accept most major insurances. We look forward to assisting you in discovering your Brighter Possibilities.
(817) 310-8412 View (817) 310-8412
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Melanie A Burman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092
I have years on experience in marriage and family counseling.
I have been in private practice in the Grapevine area for over 30 years. I treat adults, adolescents and couples in both individual and group therapy. I address issues such as anxiety, depression, parent/teen relationships, family relations, alcohol and drug abuse recovery and marital counseling.
I have years on experience in marriage and family counseling.
I have been in private practice in the Grapevine area for over 30 years. I treat adults, adolescents and couples in both individual and group therapy. I address issues such as anxiety, depression, parent/teen relationships, family relations, alcohol and drug abuse recovery and marital counseling.
(817) 382-6866 View (817) 382-6866
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Samantha Allison-Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Forney, TX 75126  (Online Only)
Furthermore, my experience concludes working with the following specialty areas: Personality Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Grief, and Marriage and Family.
Allison Evans Counseling & Consulting, PLLC , our mission is to heal, empower, and transform lives through compassionate counseling services. We strive to empower individuals to reach their full potential and make positive changes in their lives. My name is Samantha Allison- Evans and I am the owner of Allison Evans Counseling and Consulting, PLLC. I am a licensed mental health therapist .Our ultimate goal is to help clients achieve personal growth, overcome challenges, and find lasting happiness and fulfillment.
Furthermore, my experience concludes working with the following specialty areas: Personality Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Grief, and Marriage and Family.
Allison Evans Counseling & Consulting, PLLC , our mission is to heal, empower, and transform lives through compassionate counseling services. We strive to empower individuals to reach their full potential and make positive changes in their lives. My name is Samantha Allison- Evans and I am the owner of Allison Evans Counseling and Consulting, PLLC. I am a licensed mental health therapist .Our ultimate goal is to help clients achieve personal growth, overcome challenges, and find lasting happiness and fulfillment.
(469) 382-3498 View (469) 382-3498
Photo of Kilynda V Ray, Psychologist in Freestone County, TX
Kilynda V Ray
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waxahachie, TX 75165  (Online Only)
I received my Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern California.
I have a passion to help family members repair their relationships by providing couples and family counseling as well as individual and group counseling for adults and adolescents. I specialize in a variety of women's and adolescent issues from improving self-esteem to physical and emotional trauma. I treat individuals with depression and anxiety using solution-focused and cognitive behavioral therapy. I also provide psychological evaluation services.
I received my Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern California.
I have a passion to help family members repair their relationships by providing couples and family counseling as well as individual and group counseling for adults and adolescents. I specialize in a variety of women's and adolescent issues from improving self-esteem to physical and emotional trauma. I treat individuals with depression and anxiety using solution-focused and cognitive behavioral therapy. I also provide psychological evaluation services.
(972) 627-4698 View (972) 627-4698
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Dr. Michael Contreras
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC, ADC, ICADC, DOT-SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical interests include: marriage and family counseling, school difficulties and behavior referrals, adolescent issues, crisis intervention, substance abuse, PTSD, and depression.
My client population includes children, adolescents and adults. I work with individuals as well as families. I facilitate numerous groups and skills training curriculum in various topics including adolescent first offenders, anger management, divorce and separation, parenting, and teen issues.
My clinical interests include: marriage and family counseling, school difficulties and behavior referrals, adolescent issues, crisis intervention, substance abuse, PTSD, and depression.
My client population includes children, adolescents and adults. I work with individuals as well as families. I facilitate numerous groups and skills training curriculum in various topics including adolescent first offenders, anger management, divorce and separation, parenting, and teen issues.
(817) 849-6835 View (817) 849-6835
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Dr. Paul Stanford
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219
Has your marriage become stale? Do you feel more like roommates than romantic partners? Are you having a difficult time balancing work, kids, leisure time, and your relationship? Have you experienced infidelity or some other form of broken trust? Or maybe you just want to strengthen your relationship for the future. I'd love to speak with you about your needs. For those that can't get to the office due to location or time restraints, I offer virtual counseling through secure video conferencing. Contact me for a free demo and consultation.
Has your marriage become stale? Do you feel more like roommates than romantic partners? Are you having a difficult time balancing work, kids, leisure time, and your relationship? Have you experienced infidelity or some other form of broken trust? Or maybe you just want to strengthen your relationship for the future. I'd love to speak with you about your needs. For those that can't get to the office due to location or time restraints, I offer virtual counseling through secure video conferencing. Contact me for a free demo and consultation.
(972) 734-1812 View (972) 734-1812
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Rockwall Heath Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMSW, LPC, BCBC, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Rockwall, TX 75032
At Rockwall Heath Counseling, our Dallas area clients know we provide a superior level of care & therapeutic excellence in areas that promote healing, growth & confidence in your counseling process. Our team treats grief & loss, neurodivergence/ADHD, marriage counseling, infidelity, infertility, narcissistic & abusive relationships, play therapy, blended & divorced families, family reunification, with over 35+ specialties & certifications and a 60+ combined years of counseling experience. Counseling ages 6 through adult, we are committed to your growth, change & healing. Change is hard but change is what we do.
At Rockwall Heath Counseling, our Dallas area clients know we provide a superior level of care & therapeutic excellence in areas that promote healing, growth & confidence in your counseling process. Our team treats grief & loss, neurodivergence/ADHD, marriage counseling, infidelity, infertility, narcissistic & abusive relationships, play therapy, blended & divorced families, family reunification, with over 35+ specialties & certifications and a 60+ combined years of counseling experience. Counseling ages 6 through adult, we are committed to your growth, change & healing. Change is hard but change is what we do.
(214) 833-9209 View (214) 833-9209
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Dr. Edna Chism Nicholas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC, CPC, PhD
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76107
While working with families I utilize various approaches that include, marital/premarital, play therapy, family education, Christian counseling, and trauma informed care modalities such as brainspotting,EMDR.
Congratulations!! You have reached the next step on your new journey in life! We know it is difficult to come to counseling and even harder to choose a counselor that works for you. We are in such difficult times and our ACCC family wants to work with you!! Working with ACCC means that we believe that every individual has the key to successful outcomes within themselves. Ultimately we believe that you are the expert in your life. Our motto is "Authentically Inspiring Real Hope to Real People". This motto is representative of what restoration of hope can mean in healing everyday relationships among everyday people.
While working with families I utilize various approaches that include, marital/premarital, play therapy, family education, Christian counseling, and trauma informed care modalities such as brainspotting,EMDR.
Congratulations!! You have reached the next step on your new journey in life! We know it is difficult to come to counseling and even harder to choose a counselor that works for you. We are in such difficult times and our ACCC family wants to work with you!! Working with ACCC means that we believe that every individual has the key to successful outcomes within themselves. Ultimately we believe that you are the expert in your life. Our motto is "Authentically Inspiring Real Hope to Real People". This motto is representative of what restoration of hope can mean in healing everyday relationships among everyday people.
(817) 203-2991 View (817) 203-2991
Photo of Reagan Vermillion, Licensed Professional Counselor in Freestone County, TX
Reagan Vermillion
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
Reagan regularly works with clients in the following areas:Anxiety, Parent/Child/Partner Relational Problems, Marriage & Family, Christian Counseling, and Teen Issues.
Reagan uses a caring and direct approach to help you meet your goals. She provides a safe judgment-free space where you can explore the thoughts and processes behind your troubles. Once a safe,trusting relationship is established, you can trust that Reagan will be directive and encourage you towards your goals.
Reagan regularly works with clients in the following areas:Anxiety, Parent/Child/Partner Relational Problems, Marriage & Family, Christian Counseling, and Teen Issues.
Reagan uses a caring and direct approach to help you meet your goals. She provides a safe judgment-free space where you can explore the thoughts and processes behind your troubles. Once a safe,trusting relationship is established, you can trust that Reagan will be directive and encourage you towards your goals.
(682) 452-1362 View (682) 452-1362
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Jon Ryan Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75254  (Online Only)
What do you hope would be better about yourself, about your life, about your marriage, about your family? This is my chief focus as a therapist. I get to the heart of what you really want and hope for in the first session, beginning with the end in mind. I believe hope is an essential mechanism for change in human beings. Hope drives us to accomplish the greatest feats in our lives. I have assisted people in striving for hope during my times in ministry, youth work, crisis response and in the counseling setting. I work with individuals, couples and families. I especially enjoy helping couples get back to having a hopeful marriage.
What do you hope would be better about yourself, about your life, about your marriage, about your family? This is my chief focus as a therapist. I get to the heart of what you really want and hope for in the first session, beginning with the end in mind. I believe hope is an essential mechanism for change in human beings. Hope drives us to accomplish the greatest feats in our lives. I have assisted people in striving for hope during my times in ministry, youth work, crisis response and in the counseling setting. I work with individuals, couples and families. I especially enjoy helping couples get back to having a hopeful marriage.
(830) 202-5977 View (830) 202-5977
Photo of Zaira S Rico, Marriage & Family Therapist in Freestone County, TX
Zaira S Rico
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cleburne, TX 76033
Hello, I'm Zaira Rico I am a bilingual licensed marriage and family therapist. I've spent over 8 years helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges. My passion lies in supporting people through tough times, whether it's dealing with trauma, family dynamics, or relationship hurdles.
Hello, I'm Zaira Rico I am a bilingual licensed marriage and family therapist. I've spent over 8 years helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges. My passion lies in supporting people through tough times, whether it's dealing with trauma, family dynamics, or relationship hurdles.
(817) 904-8583 View (817) 904-8583
Photo of Gloria Dukes, Marriage & Family Therapist in Freestone County, TX
Gloria Dukes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
Royse City, TX 75189  (Online Only)
Improve productivity, quality of life, parenting and marriage in a meaningful way.
Relationships can be full of conflicts fueled by the emotions of unresolved hurt, pain and insecurities. Marriages struggle because of inability to communicate needs and desires in an effective way and are often hampered by anger and emotion fueled episodes. I would love to assist you in fine tuning your tools to help build healthy interactions in your life and assist you in moving from hurt to healing, growth and the ability to thrive in your relationships. I specialize in restoring relationships and assisting clients in diving deep to heal past hurts that hinder present growth.
Improve productivity, quality of life, parenting and marriage in a meaningful way.
Relationships can be full of conflicts fueled by the emotions of unresolved hurt, pain and insecurities. Marriages struggle because of inability to communicate needs and desires in an effective way and are often hampered by anger and emotion fueled episodes. I would love to assist you in fine tuning your tools to help build healthy interactions in your life and assist you in moving from hurt to healing, growth and the ability to thrive in your relationships. I specialize in restoring relationships and assisting clients in diving deep to heal past hurts that hinder present growth.
(972) 694-1030 View (972) 694-1030
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Solutions Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mansfield, TX 76063
Offering Individual, Adolescent & Couples Counseling Specializing in Family Counseling as a Relationship Expert Group Counseling also Available for Young Children of Divorce, Teen Anger Management, and Exploring Your Marital Love Language.
Who needs counseling? Why do people generally seek counseling? Counseling should not be a last resort. Many people look to counseling as a means to develop a plan for tackling life's obstacles or gain perspective - be it life pressures, trouble with romantic , parent-child, or family relationships, parenting, job related stress, or transistion. Counseling can provide a safe place to emotionally and relationally explore solutions that are right for you. Not one person's path is the same.
Offering Individual, Adolescent & Couples Counseling Specializing in Family Counseling as a Relationship Expert Group Counseling also Available for Young Children of Divorce, Teen Anger Management, and Exploring Your Marital Love Language.
Who needs counseling? Why do people generally seek counseling? Counseling should not be a last resort. Many people look to counseling as a means to develop a plan for tackling life's obstacles or gain perspective - be it life pressures, trouble with romantic , parent-child, or family relationships, parenting, job related stress, or transistion. Counseling can provide a safe place to emotionally and relationally explore solutions that are right for you. Not one person's path is the same.
(817) 406-5521 View (817) 406-5521
Photo of Tasha Devereaux, Licensed Professional Counselor in Freestone County, TX
Tasha Devereaux
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Keller, TX 76248
I have extensive experience working with adolescents, teenagers, families, individuals, and couples who struggle with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, cancer,eating disorders, marital issues, divorce, co-parenting, coping skills, self-harm, stress management, relationship distress, identify development, college/career choices, and more.
DAY, EVENING, WEEKEND HOURS AVAILABLE! My vision is to help transform your personal challenges into life-enhancing opportunities. I am here to guide and facilitate, while utilizing both traditional and leading edge therapeutic techniques. My goal is to provide a therapeutic experience, so that you can acquire an enhanced self-awareness, a clear focus of problems and patterns, and a variety coping strategies and tools. I want to work collaboratively with you to set and achieve goals, resolve core issue, and help empower you to find peace in your life.
I have extensive experience working with adolescents, teenagers, families, individuals, and couples who struggle with issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, cancer,eating disorders, marital issues, divorce, co-parenting, coping skills, self-harm, stress management, relationship distress, identify development, college/career choices, and more.
DAY, EVENING, WEEKEND HOURS AVAILABLE! My vision is to help transform your personal challenges into life-enhancing opportunities. I am here to guide and facilitate, while utilizing both traditional and leading edge therapeutic techniques. My goal is to provide a therapeutic experience, so that you can acquire an enhanced self-awareness, a clear focus of problems and patterns, and a variety coping strategies and tools. I want to work collaboratively with you to set and achieve goals, resolve core issue, and help empower you to find peace in your life.
(682) 207-8283 View (682) 207-8283
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Paul D Myers
Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
Counseling is my life's calling! I have a background in helping people with the following struggles: depression, anxiety, ADD, bipolar, past abuse, marital or family conflict, parenting issues, troubled teenagers, and career decisions.
I understand your pain, I've been there. I want to help you, your children and, your family make life transformations and create positive change. Imagine freedom from anxiety, the ability to break depression, and a new healthy direction for your life! I've seen great results in my clients and I want to you be the next person I serve to make a positive difference. I counsel from a faith based cognitive behavioral perspective to help you gain control over your thoughts and feelings and overcome the pain that life throws our way.
Counseling is my life's calling! I have a background in helping people with the following struggles: depression, anxiety, ADD, bipolar, past abuse, marital or family conflict, parenting issues, troubled teenagers, and career decisions.
I understand your pain, I've been there. I want to help you, your children and, your family make life transformations and create positive change. Imagine freedom from anxiety, the ability to break depression, and a new healthy direction for your life! I've seen great results in my clients and I want to you be the next person I serve to make a positive difference. I counsel from a faith based cognitive behavioral perspective to help you gain control over your thoughts and feelings and overcome the pain that life throws our way.
(972) 893-9036 View (972) 893-9036
Photo of Cynthia B Eddings Supervised By Misti Sparks Phd Lmft-S Lpc, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate in Freestone County, TX
Cynthia B Eddings Supervised By Misti Sparks Phd Lmft-S Lpc
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFTA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76107
In life we have some setbacks that seem to stagnate our growth and we need a little extra assistance to get through. Maybe it is premarital counseling, marital dissatisfaction, infidelity, grief, loss, life transitions, etc. You may desire to connect to set and achieve specific goals, get assistance setting and imposing boundaries, or even check in to sustain your mental, physical, social, and spiritual stability. Remember, your life does not have to be falling apart to seek therapy. Come and experience your safe place to learn and grow.
In life we have some setbacks that seem to stagnate our growth and we need a little extra assistance to get through. Maybe it is premarital counseling, marital dissatisfaction, infidelity, grief, loss, life transitions, etc. You may desire to connect to set and achieve specific goals, get assistance setting and imposing boundaries, or even check in to sustain your mental, physical, social, and spiritual stability. Remember, your life does not have to be falling apart to seek therapy. Come and experience your safe place to learn and grow.
(817) 405-7864 View (817) 405-7864
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.