Marriage Counseling Therapists in Detroit, MI

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Dr. Jeff J. Rocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48226
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
(313) 546-0014 View (313) 546-0014
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Worthem Family Practice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48235
My areas of expertise include marital counseling, grief therapy, anger management, women issues, depression, anxiety, addiction and school problems.
I feel a client deserves to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of what life challenges causes an individual to seek counseling. I am a compassionate and patient person which has caused my clients to feel very comfortable with me as a Clinician. I believe a person can benefit from guidance in all areas which is why I seek to treat the "whole person": body, mind and spirit.I attempt to bring a person to a place of healing from their struggles by allowing the client to have an input in the therapeutic process.
My areas of expertise include marital counseling, grief therapy, anger management, women issues, depression, anxiety, addiction and school problems.
I feel a client deserves to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of what life challenges causes an individual to seek counseling. I am a compassionate and patient person which has caused my clients to feel very comfortable with me as a Clinician. I believe a person can benefit from guidance in all areas which is why I seek to treat the "whole person": body, mind and spirit.I attempt to bring a person to a place of healing from their struggles by allowing the client to have an input in the therapeutic process.
(248) 266-3205 View (248) 266-3205
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Odis Bellinger
MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48238
If you are a single mother with a son that "you love but don't know what to do next", call me!!! If you are in a marriage that is "on the rocks" , call me!!!.
My ideal client are young males ages 6-18, and married men who want to be better husbands and fathers. Growing up in households without male role models often has boys/men needing guidance. Without guidance can lead to current and future family dysfunction leading to divorce, duplicating fatherless homes, and making bad choices in life. I UNDERSTAND what it is like to have that "absent father void". I also understand what it is like to be a husband trying his best to become "that good father and husband" to his wife. Let's talk about how to get there. Please stay encouraged.
If you are a single mother with a son that "you love but don't know what to do next", call me!!! If you are in a marriage that is "on the rocks" , call me!!!.
My ideal client are young males ages 6-18, and married men who want to be better husbands and fathers. Growing up in households without male role models often has boys/men needing guidance. Without guidance can lead to current and future family dysfunction leading to divorce, duplicating fatherless homes, and making bad choices in life. I UNDERSTAND what it is like to have that "absent father void". I also understand what it is like to be a husband trying his best to become "that good father and husband" to his wife. Let's talk about how to get there. Please stay encouraged.
(248) 396-8619 View (248) 396-8619
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Kimberly McIntosh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48201  (Online Only)
Book with me now by clicking on my website: https:headway.co/providers/kimberly-mcintosh. Choosing to connect with a therapist can be a difficult decision to make. Deciding to start therapy takes courage and strength. You just made the first step towards meaningful change. You don't have to continue moving forward alone. My name is Kimberly McIntosh. I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator. I have over 15 years of experience working with couples and individuals on matters such as pre- marital counseling, relationship issues, divorce, anxiety, and depression.
Book with me now by clicking on my website: https:headway.co/providers/kimberly-mcintosh. Choosing to connect with a therapist can be a difficult decision to make. Deciding to start therapy takes courage and strength. You just made the first step towards meaningful change. You don't have to continue moving forward alone. My name is Kimberly McIntosh. I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Prepare/Enrich facilitator. I have over 15 years of experience working with couples and individuals on matters such as pre- marital counseling, relationship issues, divorce, anxiety, and depression.
(470) 635-5737 View (470) 635-5737
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Rose Cook
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48223  (Online Only)
"Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get." Life happens everyday. Life can be overwhelming and at those moments choosing to get support from a professional is a great plan. Family, marriage, relationships, health, and work are all areas in which life happens. So whether you are currently experiencing or still struggling with stress, depression, trauma, relationship issues, divorce, palliative care (curable/chronic illness/pain/life-threatening), or are just in need of some self care, I am here to work with you towards creating balance in your life.
"Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get." Life happens everyday. Life can be overwhelming and at those moments choosing to get support from a professional is a great plan. Family, marriage, relationships, health, and work are all areas in which life happens. So whether you are currently experiencing or still struggling with stress, depression, trauma, relationship issues, divorce, palliative care (curable/chronic illness/pain/life-threatening), or are just in need of some self care, I am here to work with you towards creating balance in your life.
(248) 750-8969 View (248) 750-8969
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Healthy Minds, Healthy Hearts
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, M-DIV
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48219
We are experienced counselors and therapist servicing the Metro Detroit area specializing in meeting the mental, emotional and spiritual needs of each client. We provide the following services: individual, adolescent & family therapy, pre marital classes, marriage & couples counseling. The counseling we offer is based on the specific needs of the client and provides a sound foundation in the word of God. We counsel people from all faiths and religious orientations, including those with no orientation at all. Our vision is to help each client live healthy and productive lives through the empowerment and application of God's word.
We are experienced counselors and therapist servicing the Metro Detroit area specializing in meeting the mental, emotional and spiritual needs of each client. We provide the following services: individual, adolescent & family therapy, pre marital classes, marriage & couples counseling. The counseling we offer is based on the specific needs of the client and provides a sound foundation in the word of God. We counsel people from all faiths and religious orientations, including those with no orientation at all. Our vision is to help each client live healthy and productive lives through the empowerment and application of God's word.
(248) 365-7465 View (248) 365-7465
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Denise Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48213
Relationships are the foundation of our lives. Relationships can be ever changing, The change in a relationship can be expected or unexpected. Marital, pre- marital, family, work, friendships, parenting all have a impact on your life. You may have become stuck in a relationship where you feel you can’t grow, or a relationship you would like to salvage, or you just want out. Your relationship does not have to involve a person, you can have a relationship with gambling, alcohol abuse, diabetes distress, or stress. You want to challenge whatever relationship you have that impacts your life outside of your vision for your life.
Relationships are the foundation of our lives. Relationships can be ever changing, The change in a relationship can be expected or unexpected. Marital, pre- marital, family, work, friendships, parenting all have a impact on your life. You may have become stuck in a relationship where you feel you can’t grow, or a relationship you would like to salvage, or you just want out. Your relationship does not have to involve a person, you can have a relationship with gambling, alcohol abuse, diabetes distress, or stress. You want to challenge whatever relationship you have that impacts your life outside of your vision for your life.
(248) 450-5424 View (248) 450-5424
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Serenity Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48202  (Online Only)
Getting to the root of your pain, is what we specialize with. We practice with individuals, couples and families. So whatever your focus, we can meet you there. Depression, anxiety, marital issues, child parent, vocational and drug / alcohol. Sometimes the problems become tangled and seemingly impossible to untie. We can help you.
Getting to the root of your pain, is what we specialize with. We practice with individuals, couples and families. So whatever your focus, we can meet you there. Depression, anxiety, marital issues, child parent, vocational and drug / alcohol. Sometimes the problems become tangled and seemingly impossible to untie. We can help you.
(616) 377-0079 View (616) 377-0079
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Matthew Lamonte Allen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LLMFT
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48214  (Online Only)
Thank you for your consideration with allowing me to assist you with your therapy needs. I am a Limited License Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Certified Advance Alcohol and Drug Counselor with a Development Plan. I can relate to the trials and tribulations of being a single parent, as I was one myself. I am a caring, empathetic, compassionate listener that is non-judgmental, who listens to what you say. I believe every individual deserves therapy sessions specifically designed for that individual only. I try to keep sessions fresh, exciting, fun, while yet informative.
Thank you for your consideration with allowing me to assist you with your therapy needs. I am a Limited License Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Certified Advance Alcohol and Drug Counselor with a Development Plan. I can relate to the trials and tribulations of being a single parent, as I was one myself. I am a caring, empathetic, compassionate listener that is non-judgmental, who listens to what you say. I believe every individual deserves therapy sessions specifically designed for that individual only. I try to keep sessions fresh, exciting, fun, while yet informative.
(313) 217-3598 View (313) 217-3598
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Detroit
Counselor
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48226
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/ marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
We offer individual counseling, psychiatry/medication management (virtual only), family counseling, couples therapy/ marriage counseling, and child & teen therapy.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(855) 524-5193 View (855) 524-5193
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Kim J Logan-Nowlin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD,, LPCBCPC, ACAC,, CCFC, MFT
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48202
Can My Marriage Survive or Not? Co-Authored by the Nowlin's.
Kim Logan Communications Christian Counseling Clinic has been successfully addressing the needs of families, youth and individuals experiencing problems, or those with maritial concerns, by providing family therapy, child therapy and substance abuse treatment. KLCC has provided employability training and substance abuse treatment to parole and probationary offenders since 1993.
Can My Marriage Survive or Not? Co-Authored by the Nowlin's.
Kim Logan Communications Christian Counseling Clinic has been successfully addressing the needs of families, youth and individuals experiencing problems, or those with maritial concerns, by providing family therapy, child therapy and substance abuse treatment. KLCC has provided employability training and substance abuse treatment to parole and probationary offenders since 1993.
(313) 486-4592 View (313) 486-4592
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Ural H. Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48219  (Online Only)
We provide psychological testing, pre- marital counseling, couples counseling, marriage and family therapy, individual counseling for adults and young adults, grief counseling, substance abuse assessment counseling and life coaching.
Healing Ourselves Through Excellence and Preparation (H.O.T.E.P. Christian Services Inc.) We utilize Science and Spirituality to help my clients overcome conflict and challenges. We have over 25 years of experience in helping couples to live harmoniously and operate rationally. We provide the best quality services in helping individuals, couples and families to function effectively, children and teens to perform well and individuals to achieve their personal and professional goals. We specialize in working with African American Males and their families.
We provide psychological testing, pre- marital counseling, couples counseling, marriage and family therapy, individual counseling for adults and young adults, grief counseling, substance abuse assessment counseling and life coaching.
Healing Ourselves Through Excellence and Preparation (H.O.T.E.P. Christian Services Inc.) We utilize Science and Spirituality to help my clients overcome conflict and challenges. We have over 25 years of experience in helping couples to live harmoniously and operate rationally. We provide the best quality services in helping individuals, couples and families to function effectively, children and teens to perform well and individuals to achieve their personal and professional goals. We specialize in working with African American Males and their families.
(248) 406-6526 View (248) 406-6526
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Clifford J. Clark
LLMSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48235  (Online Only)
I also specialize in Christian counseling for both marriages and individuals, with continued education in the Gottman & Imago Methods.
With more than 15 years of working with diverse populations in marriage and relationships, inpatient psychiatry, community centers, health care, and church settings, my specialty is Sex Addiction and Marriage/Couples. I am a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist treating the full spectrum of sexually addictive behaviors and paraphilic disorders. My integrative therapy style is customized to the personality and presenting needs of my clients as I am motivated to help them achieve their optimum goals.
I also specialize in Christian counseling for both marriages and individuals, with continued education in the Gottman & Imago Methods.
With more than 15 years of working with diverse populations in marriage and relationships, inpatient psychiatry, community centers, health care, and church settings, my specialty is Sex Addiction and Marriage/Couples. I am a Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist treating the full spectrum of sexually addictive behaviors and paraphilic disorders. My integrative therapy style is customized to the personality and presenting needs of my clients as I am motivated to help them achieve their optimum goals.
(248) 237-7709 View (248) 237-7709
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Ashley Weigl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MPH
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48226  (Online Only)
Your disconnection with your spouse keeps you up at night. How did we get here? You desperately want things to feel better, to get back to feeling secure in your marriage, but anxiety, fear and overthinking get in the way whenever you try to have the difficult conversation. One of you wants to talk; the other shuts down. This is a common place to get stuck, and therapy can help. In our sessions, we slow down enough to understand what's happening for us emotionally. From that place, there is a path toward peace and security, and it'd be my honor to walk that path with you. Immediate openings for new clients as of Sept 2024.
Your disconnection with your spouse keeps you up at night. How did we get here? You desperately want things to feel better, to get back to feeling secure in your marriage, but anxiety, fear and overthinking get in the way whenever you try to have the difficult conversation. One of you wants to talk; the other shuts down. This is a common place to get stuck, and therapy can help. In our sessions, we slow down enough to understand what's happening for us emotionally. From that place, there is a path toward peace and security, and it'd be my honor to walk that path with you. Immediate openings for new clients as of Sept 2024.
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LPC Institute, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48202  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We also offer marriage and relationship counseling, and career and personal development counseling and consulting.
CURRENTLY, THE LPC INSTITUTE IS NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. The LPC Institute welcomes you to our beautiful, serene, therapeutic facility, where we offer culturally-sensitive services to reduce your emotional distress. We understand that life can throw unexpected curves to throw you off balance. We address your issues compassionately, theoretically, and practically, to help you become transformed to realize the best you. We invite you to give us a call to begin your journey on the road to restoration, and to enjoying a meaningful and productive life. Individuals (adults, children, and adolescents), couples, and groups are welcome.
We also offer marriage and relationship counseling, and career and personal development counseling and consulting.
CURRENTLY, THE LPC INSTITUTE IS NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. The LPC Institute welcomes you to our beautiful, serene, therapeutic facility, where we offer culturally-sensitive services to reduce your emotional distress. We understand that life can throw unexpected curves to throw you off balance. We address your issues compassionately, theoretically, and practically, to help you become transformed to realize the best you. We invite you to give us a call to begin your journey on the road to restoration, and to enjoying a meaningful and productive life. Individuals (adults, children, and adolescents), couples, and groups are welcome.
(248) 595-7410 View (248) 595-7410
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Jeanette von Grabe Gottman Couples Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48201  (Online Only)
Are you feeling disconnected, lonely, angry, frustrated or resentful in your marriage? Do you find yourself stuck in the same argument over and over again? Perhaps tough conversations with your partner are a struggle, that only lead to more conflict, or even worse… silence and further disengagement. Let’s break these unhealthy patterns and negative emotional cycles together. Clients have reported that they enjoy working with my warm and compassionate personality combined with my direct and practical approach.
Are you feeling disconnected, lonely, angry, frustrated or resentful in your marriage? Do you find yourself stuck in the same argument over and over again? Perhaps tough conversations with your partner are a struggle, that only lead to more conflict, or even worse… silence and further disengagement. Let’s break these unhealthy patterns and negative emotional cycles together. Clients have reported that they enjoy working with my warm and compassionate personality combined with my direct and practical approach.
(586) 331-6972 View (586) 331-6972
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Ray Larnard Shipman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, SST, ACJ, BBA, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48224
Family and Marriage is another and is more intense.
Are You Ready To Be Challenged? I use your supportive spiritual tools (including soul healing), introspection, and redirection in relationships. Individual, couples, and family therapy can be billed to insurance. Couples include straight, married, partnered, bf/gf, LGBTQ. Family communication for those who are having difficulty communicating within the family. You can schedule immediately by going to motorcityhope.org, selecting schedule appointment, finding my name in the drop-down, and seeing my open spots. FYI: there is a waiting list for insurance paying clients. Cash clients have open spaces
Family and Marriage is another and is more intense.
Are You Ready To Be Challenged? I use your supportive spiritual tools (including soul healing), introspection, and redirection in relationships. Individual, couples, and family therapy can be billed to insurance. Couples include straight, married, partnered, bf/gf, LGBTQ. Family communication for those who are having difficulty communicating within the family. You can schedule immediately by going to motorcityhope.org, selecting schedule appointment, finding my name in the drop-down, and seeing my open spots. FYI: there is a waiting list for insurance paying clients. Cash clients have open spaces
(248) 292-3848 View (248) 292-3848
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Sharon Bland Brady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48201  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Social Worker in the State of Michigan, and I have a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology. I have been a therapist for over 25 years with a lot of experience working with children, the elderly population, the foster care system, and working with the disabled population. In addition, I have a Private Practice, where I provide Individual, Group, Marriage and Family Therapy. I have addressed an array of problems, in the areas of depression, anxiety, disability, autism, stress management, caregiver issues, consulting and career counseling. My therapy approach is eclectic.
I am a Licensed Social Worker in the State of Michigan, and I have a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology. I have been a therapist for over 25 years with a lot of experience working with children, the elderly population, the foster care system, and working with the disabled population. In addition, I have a Private Practice, where I provide Individual, Group, Marriage and Family Therapy. I have addressed an array of problems, in the areas of depression, anxiety, disability, autism, stress management, caregiver issues, consulting and career counseling. My therapy approach is eclectic.
(586) 563-8422 View (586) 563-8422
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Carla Y Jenkins
Counselor, MA, L, P, C
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48228  (Online Only)
I offer life coaching, Pre marital, Marital, Family and individual counseling.
When you have been hurting in silence for many years. It can be difficult to make that decision to seek therapy, but you've come to the end of the road and you are tired of hurting. You want the pain to stop. You want to feel whole, and you want to have a sense of joy and peace, that you have never experienced before. Well, I'm here for you, to assist you with the process of getting to a place of help, hope and healing.
I offer life coaching, Pre marital, Marital, Family and individual counseling.
When you have been hurting in silence for many years. It can be difficult to make that decision to seek therapy, but you've come to the end of the road and you are tired of hurting. You want the pain to stop. You want to feel whole, and you want to have a sense of joy and peace, that you have never experienced before. Well, I'm here for you, to assist you with the process of getting to a place of help, hope and healing.
(248) 920-9996 View (248) 920-9996
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Karin Wiese
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, BEdHons, BPsych, EMDR
Verified Verified
Detroit, MI 48226  (Online Only)
There are many reasons to feel overwhelmed by emotional pain and distress. You may be overwhelmed with ongoing conflict in relationships, intimacy issues, feeling unloved and misunderstood, career or children, your marriage, infidelity, addiction or just feeling hopeless. Perhaps you have stopped dreaming? When we are not being heard or understood it can be very difficult to move forward. This is your opportunity to reach out and find a safe space to talk and be heard. Together we will navigate coping skills and new ways of moving forward.
There are many reasons to feel overwhelmed by emotional pain and distress. You may be overwhelmed with ongoing conflict in relationships, intimacy issues, feeling unloved and misunderstood, career or children, your marriage, infidelity, addiction or just feeling hopeless. Perhaps you have stopped dreaming? When we are not being heard or understood it can be very difficult to move forward. This is your opportunity to reach out and find a safe space to talk and be heard. Together we will navigate coping skills and new ways of moving forward.
(417) 641-2146 View (417) 641-2146
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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.