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Rita I Clark
LPC Associate, MA, MEd, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Devine, TX 78016  (Online Only)
As a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator, I also offer pre-marital and marital assessments and counseling for couples.
Disappointed with where you are in life? Caught in a never-ending cycle of relationship struggles? Do you find yourself second-guessing and doubting yourself all the time? Have you been anxious, confused or felt the sting of betrayal from someone you love? I'm so glad you found your way here. Congratulations on taking the first step towards an emotionally healthier you. In counseling, we'll explore those deep-seated emotions, thoughts, and patterns of behavior that are showing up in today's choices. Here you'll find the safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate space we all need for healing and growth to take place.
As a certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator, I also offer pre-marital and marital assessments and counseling for couples.
Disappointed with where you are in life? Caught in a never-ending cycle of relationship struggles? Do you find yourself second-guessing and doubting yourself all the time? Have you been anxious, confused or felt the sting of betrayal from someone you love? I'm so glad you found your way here. Congratulations on taking the first step towards an emotionally healthier you. In counseling, we'll explore those deep-seated emotions, thoughts, and patterns of behavior that are showing up in today's choices. Here you'll find the safe, non-judgmental, and compassionate space we all need for healing and growth to take place.
(830) 254-7948 View (830) 254-7948
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Gloria Tijerina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atascosa, TX 78002
The following therapies are used: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Marriage Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Culturally Sensitive Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and others.
I am a licensed therapist with over 25 yrs experience with adults, the elderly, teens, couples, families, the chronic mentally ill, and the military. I have been in private practice since 2001, and previously worked at partial hospitalization day treatment clinics doing individual and group therapy. I served as program director of an inpatient psychiatric unit in a local hospital. I have a working knowledge of anxiety disorders including PTSD, depression and suicidal ideation, bipolar disorder, marital conflict and relationship issues, crisis and trauma, grief issues, sexual abuse, sexual identity issues, and Christian counseling.
The following therapies are used: Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Marriage Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Culturally Sensitive Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, and others.
I am a licensed therapist with over 25 yrs experience with adults, the elderly, teens, couples, families, the chronic mentally ill, and the military. I have been in private practice since 2001, and previously worked at partial hospitalization day treatment clinics doing individual and group therapy. I served as program director of an inpatient psychiatric unit in a local hospital. I have a working knowledge of anxiety disorders including PTSD, depression and suicidal ideation, bipolar disorder, marital conflict and relationship issues, crisis and trauma, grief issues, sexual abuse, sexual identity issues, and Christian counseling.
(726) 227-0588 View (726) 227-0588
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Henselmo Madrigal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78245  (Online Only)
Hello, if you are reading this, you have taken the first step in ensuring your well-being. My name is Henselmo Madrigal. I am an LPC in Texas and certified in bilingual counseling. I am passionate about my career and about helping others. My therapy approach varies as what works for one might not work for the other. My most commonly used therapy approaches are Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Hello, if you are reading this, you have taken the first step in ensuring your well-being. My name is Henselmo Madrigal. I am an LPC in Texas and certified in bilingual counseling. I am passionate about my career and about helping others. My therapy approach varies as what works for one might not work for the other. My most commonly used therapy approaches are Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
(830) 224-2981 View (830) 224-2981
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Lorraine Emery Ortiz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
Devine, TX 78016
Waitlist for new clients
Counseling provides a means to healing. I specialize in treating clients who are at least 6 years old through adults. Children may face difficulties with anger management, bullying, physical aggression; difficulties in school, with peers or family members; and defiance. Issues for others may include but not limited to building coping skills for parenting, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, divorce/separation, teen pregnancy, domestic violence, physical/sexual abuse; sexual assault, P.T.S.D., relationship issues, communication skills, and conflict resolution. I work with youth and adults individually, as couples, and/or families.
Counseling provides a means to healing. I specialize in treating clients who are at least 6 years old through adults. Children may face difficulties with anger management, bullying, physical aggression; difficulties in school, with peers or family members; and defiance. Issues for others may include but not limited to building coping skills for parenting, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, divorce/separation, teen pregnancy, domestic violence, physical/sexual abuse; sexual assault, P.T.S.D., relationship issues, communication skills, and conflict resolution. I work with youth and adults individually, as couples, and/or families.
(210) 801-9891 View (210) 801-9891
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TKR Counseling Services PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Castroville, TX 78009
You are a loving caregiver, dedicated to your child. But lately, you have found yourself amid an emotional tempest, questioning your abilities and feeling like a parenting failure. Your child’s behavior has become increasingly challenging. Tantrums erupt at the most unexpected times, drawing judgmental glances from strangers and leaving you feeling embarrassed and ashamed. You often wonder how such a tiny human could evoke such intense guilt and self-doubt within you.
You are a loving caregiver, dedicated to your child. But lately, you have found yourself amid an emotional tempest, questioning your abilities and feeling like a parenting failure. Your child’s behavior has become increasingly challenging. Tantrums erupt at the most unexpected times, drawing judgmental glances from strangers and leaving you feeling embarrassed and ashamed. You often wonder how such a tiny human could evoke such intense guilt and self-doubt within you.
(830) 483-8531 View (830) 483-8531
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Abi Nixon
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Castroville, TX 78009
I believe in the counseling process, because it creates a safe, confidential space for people to truly be themselves, be honest, and share parts of their life that they don’t feel comfortable sharing elsewhere. I want to be able to be a safe place to listen to people's concerns and meet them with compassion, understanding, and encouragement. Through this safe place, I hope to help them find the root of whatever issue or difficulty they are facing and help them untangle difficult aspects of life, learn to see themselves with love, replace lies with truth, create meaningful relationships, and walk in truth and confidence.
I believe in the counseling process, because it creates a safe, confidential space for people to truly be themselves, be honest, and share parts of their life that they don’t feel comfortable sharing elsewhere. I want to be able to be a safe place to listen to people's concerns and meet them with compassion, understanding, and encouragement. Through this safe place, I hope to help them find the root of whatever issue or difficulty they are facing and help them untangle difficult aspects of life, learn to see themselves with love, replace lies with truth, create meaningful relationships, and walk in truth and confidence.
(210) 879-1544 View (210) 879-1544
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Anthony G Peay
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78252
(210) 942-3819 View (210) 942-3819
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Strategic Therapy and Counseling, PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78252  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in working with clients that have co-occurring disorders such as depression and substance abuse. I have found that many people will start self-medicating for depression and anxieties with alcohol and street drugs only to find themselves in an addiction they never wanted. I also specialize in Post-traumatic Stress Disorders. I will primarily provide services through Telemedicine portals to help protect the confidentiality of my clients who do not wish to be seen walking into or out of a mental health office.
I specialize in working with clients that have co-occurring disorders such as depression and substance abuse. I have found that many people will start self-medicating for depression and anxieties with alcohol and street drugs only to find themselves in an addiction they never wanted. I also specialize in Post-traumatic Stress Disorders. I will primarily provide services through Telemedicine portals to help protect the confidentiality of my clients who do not wish to be seen walking into or out of a mental health office.
(830) 213-2330 View (830) 213-2330

Online Therapists

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Sandra Bar-Yadin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78228
I have worked with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, PTSD, anger issues, grief and loss, defiant behavior, eating disorders, relationship issues, marital conflict and divorce.
There are times in our life where we come across struggles and challenges. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck in past trauma, have toxic relationships or self-esteem issues, which affects one's quality of life. We all want to have a safe place to explore thoughts, feelings and emotions without being judged or blamed. I earned my masters at The University of Texas at San Antonio. I enjoy working with individuals, families and couples.
I have worked with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, PTSD, anger issues, grief and loss, defiant behavior, eating disorders, relationship issues, marital conflict and divorce.
There are times in our life where we come across struggles and challenges. You may feel overwhelmed, stuck in past trauma, have toxic relationships or self-esteem issues, which affects one's quality of life. We all want to have a safe place to explore thoughts, feelings and emotions without being judged or blamed. I earned my masters at The University of Texas at San Antonio. I enjoy working with individuals, families and couples.
(210) 934-0036 View (210) 934-0036
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Living Tree New Braunfels Counseling Center PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78130
My professional experience includes working with our military services members and their dependents working through deployments, suicide, multiple relocation's, marital issues, PTSD and other issues that military families face. In addition, I have worked with families, teens and children on multiple issues such as depression, anxiety, family issues, divorce, substance abuse, anger management, grief and loss, parenting skills, domestic violence and adolescent issues. now offering mental health evals, fit for duty evaluations , custody evaluation , dwi evaluations and other and testing. Now offering supervision to LPC-A's
My professional experience includes working with our military services members and their dependents working through deployments, suicide, multiple relocation's, marital issues, PTSD and other issues that military families face. In addition, I have worked with families, teens and children on multiple issues such as depression, anxiety, family issues, divorce, substance abuse, anger management, grief and loss, parenting skills, domestic violence and adolescent issues. now offering mental health evals, fit for duty evaluations , custody evaluation , dwi evaluations and other and testing. Now offering supervision to LPC-A's
(210) 987-8367 View (210) 987-8367
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Tara Joyner, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759
I have extensive experience and training in areas such as: relationship issues, infertility, depression, anxiety, sexual problems/dysfunction, and marriage and family.
My practice focuses mainly on topics surrounding relationship difficulties, depression/anxiety, sexual problems, and infertility. I work with male and female clients equally and work with all couple types. I believe you are the expert on your background, experiences, values, and goals. The therapeutic relationship relies on honesty, mutual respect, sharing, and openness. Making a connection is vital to the process. My ultimate goal is to help you define and attain the goals you want in life, and direct you on a healthy path to achieve them.
I have extensive experience and training in areas such as: relationship issues, infertility, depression, anxiety, sexual problems/dysfunction, and marriage and family.
My practice focuses mainly on topics surrounding relationship difficulties, depression/anxiety, sexual problems, and infertility. I work with male and female clients equally and work with all couple types. I believe you are the expert on your background, experiences, values, and goals. The therapeutic relationship relies on honesty, mutual respect, sharing, and openness. Making a connection is vital to the process. My ultimate goal is to help you define and attain the goals you want in life, and direct you on a healthy path to achieve them.
(512) 337-3858 View (512) 337-3858
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Don D Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LISW-S, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78746
Welcome! I am Dr. Don Allen. I have a concierge practice and have formally opened my Austin, Texas office! I currently specialize in the treatment of Marriage and Emotional Trauma. I am a Certified Gottman Therapist, Certified EFT Therapist and EMDR Certified Therapist. Prior to 2012, I specialized in the treatment of Children and Adolescents and Drug and Alcohol Intervention. Please visit my website to get to know me, learn more about my practice, see videos and listen to my live radio broadcasts. Looking forward!
Welcome! I am Dr. Don Allen. I have a concierge practice and have formally opened my Austin, Texas office! I currently specialize in the treatment of Marriage and Emotional Trauma. I am a Certified Gottman Therapist, Certified EFT Therapist and EMDR Certified Therapist. Prior to 2012, I specialized in the treatment of Children and Adolescents and Drug and Alcohol Intervention. Please visit my website to get to know me, learn more about my practice, see videos and listen to my live radio broadcasts. Looking forward!
(512) 601-5297 View (512) 601-5297
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Donna Reaves
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731
I am licensed as a Professional Counselor, a Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Registered Play Therapist.
I strongly believe in prevention and early intervention, as well as allowing individuals with past or present emotional challenges to work at their own pace over the long term. I realize sometimes therapy involves some "risk-taking", such as trusting in the therapeutic relationship and facing uncomfortable or unfamiliar parts of oneself. I do my best to provide an open, safe enviroment for individuals to face those issues.
I am licensed as a Professional Counselor, a Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Registered Play Therapist.
I strongly believe in prevention and early intervention, as well as allowing individuals with past or present emotional challenges to work at their own pace over the long term. I realize sometimes therapy involves some "risk-taking", such as trusting in the therapeutic relationship and facing uncomfortable or unfamiliar parts of oneself. I do my best to provide an open, safe enviroment for individuals to face those issues.
(512) 843-8341 View (512) 843-8341
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Callie M Davis-Carr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78210
My specialty has been pre-marriage and marriage counseling; and counseling in the areas of grief and loss, children's issues, women's issues, and relationship issues.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or heavy hearted due to the loss of a loved one? Are you dealing with heartache, despair, and frustration due to marital conflict and misunderstanding? Do you need help in dealing with relational matters? I'd like to help you if you are. I am more than willing to help lighten your emotional load, and offer help for today and hope for tomorrow. There is hope! I look forward to hearing from you.
My specialty has been pre-marriage and marriage counseling; and counseling in the areas of grief and loss, children's issues, women's issues, and relationship issues.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or heavy hearted due to the loss of a loved one? Are you dealing with heartache, despair, and frustration due to marital conflict and misunderstanding? Do you need help in dealing with relational matters? I'd like to help you if you are. I am more than willing to help lighten your emotional load, and offer help for today and hope for tomorrow. There is hope! I look forward to hearing from you.
(281) 940-3692 View (281) 940-3692
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Martin V Bendernagel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78217
Many people are hurting and seek help with relationship issues, with their spouse, and other family members; I strive to help restore marriage and family relationships. Common problems that clients bring to me include relationship problems, depression, anxiety, grief, past trauma, child behavior problems, addictions, and having problems adjusting to changes in life. I practice spiritually-integrated counseling from a Christian worldview.
Many people are hurting and seek help with relationship issues, with their spouse, and other family members; I strive to help restore marriage and family relationships. Common problems that clients bring to me include relationship problems, depression, anxiety, grief, past trauma, child behavior problems, addictions, and having problems adjusting to changes in life. I practice spiritually-integrated counseling from a Christian worldview.
(210) 714-1805 View (210) 714-1805
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Bhawna Luthra
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78705  (Online Only)
Bhawna has worked in various types of settings including hospital, school, college and private practice. These different settings have given her the opportunity to work with a diverse group of individuals of different age groups. She provides counseling to individuals who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma and chronic pain. She also works with families who are struggling to manage daily stressors of raising children and finding work life balance. In addition, she provides marital therapy to couples and family therapy to families facing relationship issues and conflicts.
Bhawna has worked in various types of settings including hospital, school, college and private practice. These different settings have given her the opportunity to work with a diverse group of individuals of different age groups. She provides counseling to individuals who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma and chronic pain. She also works with families who are struggling to manage daily stressors of raising children and finding work life balance. In addition, she provides marital therapy to couples and family therapy to families facing relationship issues and conflicts.
(512) 877-1997 View (512) 877-1997
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Kim Zimmerman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78702  (Online Only)
My clients typically want relief from 1) life stress related to being a high-achieving working professional, student, or healthcare provider 2) relationship, marital, or family difficulties 3) overwhelming feelings of insecurity, shame, or anger 4) difficulties processing grief, loss, or trauma 5) anxiety, overanalyzing, or irritability.
Welcome! While finding a new therapist can be daunting, I hope this page can give you the information and encouragement you need as you take this important next step. My passion as a therapist lies in providing a space for you to 1) better understand yourself and your goals, 2) determine what is working for you and what may not be, and 3) feel emboldened to approach life in new and meaningful ways. It is my hope that our time together will help you to release yourself from patterns that have left you feeling stuck, and instead, find the space and freedom to explore what’s most important to you.
My clients typically want relief from 1) life stress related to being a high-achieving working professional, student, or healthcare provider 2) relationship, marital, or family difficulties 3) overwhelming feelings of insecurity, shame, or anger 4) difficulties processing grief, loss, or trauma 5) anxiety, overanalyzing, or irritability.
Welcome! While finding a new therapist can be daunting, I hope this page can give you the information and encouragement you need as you take this important next step. My passion as a therapist lies in providing a space for you to 1) better understand yourself and your goals, 2) determine what is working for you and what may not be, and 3) feel emboldened to approach life in new and meaningful ways. It is my hope that our time together will help you to release yourself from patterns that have left you feeling stuck, and instead, find the space and freedom to explore what’s most important to you.
(512) 882-1105 View (512) 882-1105
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Beatrice Ballard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78258
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) my training is somewhat different from a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
*No evening or weekend appointments* Life can throw curve balls at us and when that happens it's helpful to have a trained professional who can help you process how to move forward. I have experience treating individuals, couples and families and significant experience dealing with cases of infidelity, divorce, anxiety and depression. Couples are a big focus for me but of course I also see individuals. I have a particular interest in clients dealing with anxiety, depression or have past trauma. I also do therapy with local celebrities who have unique concerns about privacy.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) my training is somewhat different from a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC).
*No evening or weekend appointments* Life can throw curve balls at us and when that happens it's helpful to have a trained professional who can help you process how to move forward. I have experience treating individuals, couples and families and significant experience dealing with cases of infidelity, divorce, anxiety and depression. Couples are a big focus for me but of course I also see individuals. I have a particular interest in clients dealing with anxiety, depression or have past trauma. I also do therapy with local celebrities who have unique concerns about privacy.
(210) 625-8386 View (210) 625-8386
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Roxanna Ramirez
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT-S, LPC-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78256
I have 20 years of clinical experience helping children and teens with a variety of issues including Autism Spectrum Disorder(All ages), ODD, learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, behavior problems, parenting challenges, communication skills and helping the families cope with these issues. Additionally I have 15 years experience specializing in working with special education eligible students and their families as well as all at risk students and other school challenges. I believe in focusing on the family and helping parents learn skills to manage behaviors and improve communitcation at home. Additionally, I work with GBLT, trauma, men's/woman's issues, marital issues, individual & family conflict.
I have 20 years of clinical experience helping children and teens with a variety of issues including Autism Spectrum Disorder(All ages), ODD, learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, behavior problems, parenting challenges, communication skills and helping the families cope with these issues. Additionally I have 15 years experience specializing in working with special education eligible students and their families as well as all at risk students and other school challenges. I believe in focusing on the family and helping parents learn skills to manage behaviors and improve communitcation at home. Additionally, I work with GBLT, trauma, men's/woman's issues, marital issues, individual & family conflict.
(210) 807-8214 View (210) 807-8214
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Abundant Life Counseling Services, PA
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CST
Verified Verified
Kyle, TX 78640
Each therapist on our staff of 12 has unique specialties, including therapy for adults and teens, play therapy, marriage counseling, sex therapy, affair recovery, EFT, EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, family therapy, and premarital counseling.
Abundant Life Counseling Services, P.A., is a professional Christian counseling practice seeking to help people live and love more abundantly through practicing faith-based and traditional counseling methods. Each therapist on our staff is committed to helping you discover life beyond broken relationships, impaired thinking, painful behavior patterns, and debilitating intense emotions. You will be seen and known in your relational, emotional, psychological, or spiritual struggle, experiencing what it's like to be accepted, understood, and deeply challenged as your therapist joins you on a journey toward God's hope and healing.
Each therapist on our staff of 12 has unique specialties, including therapy for adults and teens, play therapy, marriage counseling, sex therapy, affair recovery, EFT, EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, family therapy, and premarital counseling.
Abundant Life Counseling Services, P.A., is a professional Christian counseling practice seeking to help people live and love more abundantly through practicing faith-based and traditional counseling methods. Each therapist on our staff is committed to helping you discover life beyond broken relationships, impaired thinking, painful behavior patterns, and debilitating intense emotions. You will be seen and known in your relational, emotional, psychological, or spiritual struggle, experiencing what it's like to be accepted, understood, and deeply challenged as your therapist joins you on a journey toward God's hope and healing.
(512) 846-9396 View (512) 846-9396
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.