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Janis Rene Hampton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024
Rene is a LPC in the state of Texas holding a Master's degree in counseling from Saint Edward’s University. With over a decade of experience and knowledge, she treats people who are experiencing anxiety, codependency, career change, depression, disordered eating, divorce, enabling behavior, family of origin issues, grief/loss, life transitions, pre-marital /marriage concerns, relationship stressors, self-esteem, substance use/abuse and women’s issues. She works with teens, adults, and couples.
Rene is a LPC in the state of Texas holding a Master's degree in counseling from Saint Edward’s University. With over a decade of experience and knowledge, she treats people who are experiencing anxiety, codependency, career change, depression, disordered eating, divorce, enabling behavior, family of origin issues, grief/loss, life transitions, pre-marital /marriage concerns, relationship stressors, self-esteem, substance use/abuse and women’s issues. She works with teens, adults, and couples.
(972) 845-4723 View (972) 845-4723
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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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Karen S Tyndall
Licensed Professional Counselor, BA, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75075
As a professional counselor, I focus my clinical practice on Cognitive, Behavioral, and Solution-focus Therapy working with families, couples and individuals of all ages. Clients discover how to stop self-sabotage and create their personal goals. Professional feedback is given to provide direction, education and guidance for the client. My Professional expertise covers multiple types of issues such as: Anger, Stress, Relationship, Grief & Loss, Marital issues, Family issues, Parenting, Life Skills Training, Sports Performance and Mastering Life Success Coaching.
As a professional counselor, I focus my clinical practice on Cognitive, Behavioral, and Solution-focus Therapy working with families, couples and individuals of all ages. Clients discover how to stop self-sabotage and create their personal goals. Professional feedback is given to provide direction, education and guidance for the client. My Professional expertise covers multiple types of issues such as: Anger, Stress, Relationship, Grief & Loss, Marital issues, Family issues, Parenting, Life Skills Training, Sports Performance and Mastering Life Success Coaching.
(972) 360-8866 View (972) 360-8866
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Kim Kopenhaver
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75075  (Online Only)
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience providing impactful, intelligent, and compassionate therapy to clients of varying ages and presenting concerns. I utilize a collaborative and engaging style to create a space for therapy to become an expansion of how clients perceive their struggles in a broader view. I am certified in EMDR therapy which is an effective treatment for trauma, anxiety, depression, and for when people feel stuck in other treatments. I also provide individual, family, and couple's therapy.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience providing impactful, intelligent, and compassionate therapy to clients of varying ages and presenting concerns. I utilize a collaborative and engaging style to create a space for therapy to become an expansion of how clients perceive their struggles in a broader view. I am certified in EMDR therapy which is an effective treatment for trauma, anxiety, depression, and for when people feel stuck in other treatments. I also provide individual, family, and couple's therapy.
(469) 382-5790 View (469) 382-5790
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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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Christopher Jones
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv, MPA
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
My family and marriage are important to me.
My primary specialty is romantic conflict. Many persons I counsel are either "stuck" or at an impasse. They just cannot seem to resolve their conflict. They often see their issues worsen despite efforts. I address the root causes, matters that often go unaddressed. These root issues are often why couples continue to fight. These matters are so strong that they can take the best of romances and turn them into near hatred and disgust. My secondary specialty is emotional management, including with children. I primarily address regret, fear, anger, and anxiety, helping you understand and manage emotions that hold you back.
My family and marriage are important to me.
My primary specialty is romantic conflict. Many persons I counsel are either "stuck" or at an impasse. They just cannot seem to resolve their conflict. They often see their issues worsen despite efforts. I address the root causes, matters that often go unaddressed. These root issues are often why couples continue to fight. These matters are so strong that they can take the best of romances and turn them into near hatred and disgust. My secondary specialty is emotional management, including with children. I primarily address regret, fear, anger, and anxiety, helping you understand and manage emotions that hold you back.
(469) 840-1927 View (469) 840-1927
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Lauren Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MABC, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75024
It has been an honor to serve the Lord and to fulfill His calling on my life as a biblical counselor over the past several years. I am equipped to work with individuals and couples. My areas of specialty include anxiety, OCD, depression, communication, conflict resolution, relationship issues, grief, codependency, parenting, marital and premarital counseling. I am a certified PrepareEnrich facilitator, which is a program approved by Twogether In Texas and waives the marriage license fee for engaged couples.
It has been an honor to serve the Lord and to fulfill His calling on my life as a biblical counselor over the past several years. I am equipped to work with individuals and couples. My areas of specialty include anxiety, OCD, depression, communication, conflict resolution, relationship issues, grief, codependency, parenting, marital and premarital counseling. I am a certified PrepareEnrich facilitator, which is a program approved by Twogether In Texas and waives the marriage license fee for engaged couples.
(940) 241-9240 View (940) 241-9240
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DeLisa Deutsch Perry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, CEDS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75025  (Online Only)
I am an experienced marriage and family therapist and maintain a speciality as a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS). I worked for many years at major eating disorder facilities in the DFW area, providing education and support to individuals and families at various stages in the recovery journey. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore issues together with my clients. I see the role of therapist as a facilitator to join, collaborate, and achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes. I work from a systems perspective to address the individual as a whole.
I am an experienced marriage and family therapist and maintain a speciality as a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS). I worked for many years at major eating disorder facilities in the DFW area, providing education and support to individuals and families at various stages in the recovery journey. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore issues together with my clients. I see the role of therapist as a facilitator to join, collaborate, and achieve optimal therapeutic outcomes. I work from a systems perspective to address the individual as a whole.
(214) 717-6852 View (214) 717-6852
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Dorothy Knoll
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75023
This collaborative model is valuable in dealing with life transitions (change of a career, marriage, retirement, divorce), family issues, anxiety, depression and with achieving life satisfaction at all ages.
The client and I are partners in developing the skills necessary for managing the stresses of life while determining what a meaningful life looks like for them. Although we look at the past to learn from it, the client and I generally focus on the present and future and the unique strengths of the client. This collaborative model of therapy aids the client in taking more control of their life.
This collaborative model is valuable in dealing with life transitions (change of a career, marriage, retirement, divorce), family issues, anxiety, depression and with achieving life satisfaction at all ages.
The client and I are partners in developing the skills necessary for managing the stresses of life while determining what a meaningful life looks like for them. Although we look at the past to learn from it, the client and I generally focus on the present and future and the unique strengths of the client. This collaborative model of therapy aids the client in taking more control of their life.
(913) 828-4670 View (913) 828-4670
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Crystal Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, -S
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
Everyone has battles to fight or hurdles to overcome. Many yearn for healing, growth or personal development. Others are just going through something. At some point, we all need help to work through some of life's more challenging situations. Whether you are struggling with marital issues, anxiety, anger, depression or any other problem you should know that there is always an answer. The therapeutic process will open your awareness to facilitate emotional healing, create positive mental health and develop spiritual wholeness. You now have someone who will listen, help, and guide. I am Crystal Walker L.P.C.
Everyone has battles to fight or hurdles to overcome. Many yearn for healing, growth or personal development. Others are just going through something. At some point, we all need help to work through some of life's more challenging situations. Whether you are struggling with marital issues, anxiety, anger, depression or any other problem you should know that there is always an answer. The therapeutic process will open your awareness to facilitate emotional healing, create positive mental health and develop spiritual wholeness. You now have someone who will listen, help, and guide. I am Crystal Walker L.P.C.
(214) 238-9545 View (214) 238-9545
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Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
We seek to help individuals, couples/marriage, & families work through common (and sometimes, uncommon) relational, occupational, spiritual, divorce, blended family issues, substance use & more.
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC has been in business since 1992. We provide therapy for ages 4 and up. We have 9 therapists (LPC, LMFT, LCSW) who provide counseling for almost any emotional/mental/spiritual challenge people face in today's culture. We have therapists on most major insurance and EAP panels and also work with private pay clients as well.
We seek to help individuals, couples/marriage, & families work through common (and sometimes, uncommon) relational, occupational, spiritual, divorce, blended family issues, substance use & more.
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC has been in business since 1992. We provide therapy for ages 4 and up. We have 9 therapists (LPC, LMFT, LCSW) who provide counseling for almost any emotional/mental/spiritual challenge people face in today's culture. We have therapists on most major insurance and EAP panels and also work with private pay clients as well.
(972) 435-0231 View (972) 435-0231
Photo of Alfred Crixell Jr, Licensed Professional Counselor in Plano, TX
Alfred Crixell Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
For the past 18 years I have worked with individuals, couples, and families in areas such as substance abuse and addiction, depression, anxiety, behavior, life skills, and anger management; as well as couples and marriage counseling in all relationships.
Are you struggling with life and want to gain back some control? Have life's challenges gotten overwhelming for you? Let's work together to set your life back on the trajectory you were meant to be on. Hi! My name is Alfred Crixell Jr. and I'm passionate about helping you become the best possible version of yourself.
For the past 18 years I have worked with individuals, couples, and families in areas such as substance abuse and addiction, depression, anxiety, behavior, life skills, and anger management; as well as couples and marriage counseling in all relationships.
Are you struggling with life and want to gain back some control? Have life's challenges gotten overwhelming for you? Let's work together to set your life back on the trajectory you were meant to be on. Hi! My name is Alfred Crixell Jr. and I'm passionate about helping you become the best possible version of yourself.
(956) 903-2944 View (956) 903-2944
Photo of JoDana M. Varilek, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Plano, TX
JoDana M. Varilek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSSW, LCWS
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75025
I have a passion for working with others to improve their quality of life. I have spent over twenty years working with children of all ages, adolescents and adults, whom have had emotional, behavioral, medical and learning challenges. I have experience providing family and marital counseling. My experience also includes working with individuals whom have dual diagnosis using different forms of psychotherapy. I meet my clients where they are to partner with them in making a positive impact in their lives. I choose to live my life by the words of Mahatma Gandhi “You must be the Change you wish to see in the World".
I have a passion for working with others to improve their quality of life. I have spent over twenty years working with children of all ages, adolescents and adults, whom have had emotional, behavioral, medical and learning challenges. I have experience providing family and marital counseling. My experience also includes working with individuals whom have dual diagnosis using different forms of psychotherapy. I meet my clients where they are to partner with them in making a positive impact in their lives. I choose to live my life by the words of Mahatma Gandhi “You must be the Change you wish to see in the World".
(469) 281-6322 View (469) 281-6322
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Phoebe Lo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75023
I enjoy helping children, teens, young adults, and adults who have experienced sexual trauma, life adjustment related issues, and conflicts within marriage and family relationships.
Finding a therapist that matches your personality and to your liking is a full-time job itself - I get it. Therapy is more than just having a safe space to talk, it is a place where you can be you, and it would be my honor to host that space for you. As an immigrant in America (coming from Malaysia when I was 19 years old), I have gained an understanding of bringing harmony to different world views in marriage and family relationships as well as helping individuals with difficult life transitions.
I enjoy helping children, teens, young adults, and adults who have experienced sexual trauma, life adjustment related issues, and conflicts within marriage and family relationships.
Finding a therapist that matches your personality and to your liking is a full-time job itself - I get it. Therapy is more than just having a safe space to talk, it is a place where you can be you, and it would be my honor to host that space for you. As an immigrant in America (coming from Malaysia when I was 19 years old), I have gained an understanding of bringing harmony to different world views in marriage and family relationships as well as helping individuals with difficult life transitions.
(214) 441-7674 View (214) 441-7674
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Stonebriar Counseling Associates
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75024
Stonebriar Counseling Associates is a diverse group of private mental health therapists who provide counseling services for children, teens, adults, families, and all forms of relationship counseling such as marriage, divorce, couples, and premarital. We offer a comforting, supportive, non-judgmental therapeutic environment to work on difficult issues and mental health symptoms. Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. At Stonebriar Counseling Associates we focus not on a diagnosis but rather the best care for our clients by giving them hope today for a better tomorrow.
Stonebriar Counseling Associates is a diverse group of private mental health therapists who provide counseling services for children, teens, adults, families, and all forms of relationship counseling such as marriage, divorce, couples, and premarital. We offer a comforting, supportive, non-judgmental therapeutic environment to work on difficult issues and mental health symptoms. Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. At Stonebriar Counseling Associates we focus not on a diagnosis but rather the best care for our clients by giving them hope today for a better tomorrow.
(833) 969-1368 View (833) 969-1368
Photo of Ana del Carmen Boise, Licensed Professional Counselor in Plano, TX
Ana del Carmen Boise
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
I have worked with parents in marital conflict and worked also with individuals on issues that ranged from adjustment disorders to post-traumatic stress disorder.
I enjoy working with people to help them build a strong sense of self, to encourage their confidence in relationships, and to help foster a sense of calm and security in their everyday life. I enjoy helping parents navigate the many challenges that come our way. I believe people seek therapy for many reasons: adjustment to a new city or life situation, feeling overwhelmed or stuck, or problems with relationships. Counseling is a process and that most of us could benefit from time to time at different stages in life, as it brings an outsiders perspective to events, we are faced with in day to day life in a nonjudgmental way.
I have worked with parents in marital conflict and worked also with individuals on issues that ranged from adjustment disorders to post-traumatic stress disorder.
I enjoy working with people to help them build a strong sense of self, to encourage their confidence in relationships, and to help foster a sense of calm and security in their everyday life. I enjoy helping parents navigate the many challenges that come our way. I believe people seek therapy for many reasons: adjustment to a new city or life situation, feeling overwhelmed or stuck, or problems with relationships. Counseling is a process and that most of us could benefit from time to time at different stages in life, as it brings an outsiders perspective to events, we are faced with in day to day life in a nonjudgmental way.
(817) 813-8942 View (817) 813-8942
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Annamarie Christian
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75075
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapy-Associate with a Ph.D. in Family Therapy, my expertise spans across a multitude of mental health realms, including substance abuse, adolescents, domestic violence, and educational systems. My work extends to supporting families of diverse compositions, demonstrating my commitment to inclusivity and understanding. As a therapist, I am dedicated to fostering a client-centered and collaborative therapeutic environment where individuals feel empowered and valued for their unique experiences.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapy-Associate with a Ph.D. in Family Therapy, my expertise spans across a multitude of mental health realms, including substance abuse, adolescents, domestic violence, and educational systems. My work extends to supporting families of diverse compositions, demonstrating my commitment to inclusivity and understanding. As a therapist, I am dedicated to fostering a client-centered and collaborative therapeutic environment where individuals feel empowered and valued for their unique experiences.
(469) 378-9853 View (469) 378-9853
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David Mora
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75023
Are you struggling with anxiety, anger, depression, stress, marital issues, shame, or past traumas? Do you wish to be free of shame, guilt, fears? Do you desire to manage anxiety, depression, and stress in healthy ways? Let me tell you that you deserve freedom and peace! I would be glad to be the one to assist you as I have experience with all the above issues and others as well. My self pay rate for individual is $150. If I am in-network with your insurance plan your out of pocket fee is typically lower. Call your insurance plan for more information.
Are you struggling with anxiety, anger, depression, stress, marital issues, shame, or past traumas? Do you wish to be free of shame, guilt, fears? Do you desire to manage anxiety, depression, and stress in healthy ways? Let me tell you that you deserve freedom and peace! I would be glad to be the one to assist you as I have experience with all the above issues and others as well. My self pay rate for individual is $150. If I am in-network with your insurance plan your out of pocket fee is typically lower. Call your insurance plan for more information.
(469) 960-5692 View (469) 960-5692
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Connie Nash
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093  (Online Only)
My name is Connie and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families that are struggling with a multitude of mental health challenges. I work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship conflict. As a therapist, I work to provide a safe and judgement free area for you to explore what it means to be you, and help you overcome the negative beliefs and challenges that are holding you back. Everyone is unique and that means your path to healing will be unique as well. I will work to identify what works for you and apply it in session.
My name is Connie and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families that are struggling with a multitude of mental health challenges. I work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship conflict. As a therapist, I work to provide a safe and judgement free area for you to explore what it means to be you, and help you overcome the negative beliefs and challenges that are holding you back. Everyone is unique and that means your path to healing will be unique as well. I will work to identify what works for you and apply it in session.
(214) 428-6890 View (214) 428-6890
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Kevin J. Goldberg
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75024
I am a Licensed Psychologist in Texas (in person & virtual sessions) & Illinois (virtual only sessions) providing short and long-term therapy to adults (ages 18 and up). I have worked with individuals from all ranges of life including varying socio-economic status and different stages of life in settings like college counseling centers, community mental health, and forensic detention facilities. Some areas of interest to me are depression or difficult moods, troubling thought processes, low self-esteem, anxiety, anger management, recovery from trauma, and chronic relationship problems/marriage difficulties.
I am a Licensed Psychologist in Texas (in person & virtual sessions) & Illinois (virtual only sessions) providing short and long-term therapy to adults (ages 18 and up). I have worked with individuals from all ranges of life including varying socio-economic status and different stages of life in settings like college counseling centers, community mental health, and forensic detention facilities. Some areas of interest to me are depression or difficult moods, troubling thought processes, low self-esteem, anxiety, anger management, recovery from trauma, and chronic relationship problems/marriage difficulties.
(214) 396-3635 View (214) 396-3635
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.