Marriage Counseling Therapists in Brooklyn, NY

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Lorrie Strauss
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11217
My areas of interest include trauma work, depression, coping with a partner's illness, life transitions, and pre- marital counseling.
Psychotherapy provides a truly counter-cultural opportunity to have an in-depth conversation and to experience the transforming power of being deeply listened to and understood. Even the most painful life experiences can be bearable when explored with a supporting other. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where together, we can address unhappy & overwhelming moods, relationship struggles or feelings that get in the way of moving forward. Whether it's long-term, in-depth therapy or a short term solution-focused treatment, therapy can really make a positive difference in how you see yourself and the world around you.
My areas of interest include trauma work, depression, coping with a partner's illness, life transitions, and pre- marital counseling.
Psychotherapy provides a truly counter-cultural opportunity to have an in-depth conversation and to experience the transforming power of being deeply listened to and understood. Even the most painful life experiences can be bearable when explored with a supporting other. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where together, we can address unhappy & overwhelming moods, relationship struggles or feelings that get in the way of moving forward. Whether it's long-term, in-depth therapy or a short term solution-focused treatment, therapy can really make a positive difference in how you see yourself and the world around you.
(929) 543-6923 View (929) 543-6923
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Macarena Rufin
Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Currently Macarena’s private practice is fully remote and specializes in the following areas of women’s mental health: anxiety, depression, trauma, relational challenges, life transitions such as marriage, divorce, relocation, career changes, retirement, college and more; Maternal mental health (prenatal and postpartum support); and Corporate/Workplace mental health & well-being workshops.
In tandem with more traditional talk therapy, the creative process enables our ability to increase self-awareness and insight, moving beyond the defenses we've developed. Sometimes words cannot explain everything that we feel. I encourage my clients to safely create art in order to elicit emotional material that may be difficult to express with words alone
Currently Macarena’s private practice is fully remote and specializes in the following areas of women’s mental health: anxiety, depression, trauma, relational challenges, life transitions such as marriage, divorce, relocation, career changes, retirement, college and more; Maternal mental health (prenatal and postpartum support); and Corporate/Workplace mental health & well-being workshops.
In tandem with more traditional talk therapy, the creative process enables our ability to increase self-awareness and insight, moving beyond the defenses we've developed. Sometimes words cannot explain everything that we feel. I encourage my clients to safely create art in order to elicit emotional material that may be difficult to express with words alone
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Applied Behavioral Sciences
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11209
Participant's resolve legal, child welfare, employment, family and marital problems.
The team of doctors therapists & counselors & ABS have decades of experience developing and leading healthcare and social service programs throughout New York and surrounding tri state areas. The clinicians at ABS have helped many 10's of thousands of people overcome extreme impulsive behaviors such as impulsive anger, impulsive aggression, impulsive sexual behavior, impulsive eating, impulsive shopping, impulsive gambling, domestic violence. Your therapy is held in strict confidence.
Participant's resolve legal, child welfare, employment, family and marital problems.
The team of doctors therapists & counselors & ABS have decades of experience developing and leading healthcare and social service programs throughout New York and surrounding tri state areas. The clinicians at ABS have helped many 10's of thousands of people overcome extreme impulsive behaviors such as impulsive anger, impulsive aggression, impulsive sexual behavior, impulsive eating, impulsive shopping, impulsive gambling, domestic violence. Your therapy is held in strict confidence.
(347) 625-8753 View (347) 625-8753
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James Hunter LCSW Counseling Services PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
I assist individuals, couples and groups navigate their way through the challenges of being a parent, being in a relationship with a survivor of domestic violence, being part of a blended family, pre- marital counseling, marriage counseling, divorce, crisis, anger management, death of a loved one, the loss of a relationship, finding companionship, sexual harassment, lack of family support, depression, stress, trauma and other difficulties.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. As a Christian, African-American male with a uniquely broad and wide-ranging Social Work skill set, I provide consumers with steady, knowledgeable and caring guidance toward emotional and mental wellness.
I assist individuals, couples and groups navigate their way through the challenges of being a parent, being in a relationship with a survivor of domestic violence, being part of a blended family, pre- marital counseling, marriage counseling, divorce, crisis, anger management, death of a loved one, the loss of a relationship, finding companionship, sexual harassment, lack of family support, depression, stress, trauma and other difficulties.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. As a Christian, African-American male with a uniquely broad and wide-ranging Social Work skill set, I provide consumers with steady, knowledgeable and caring guidance toward emotional and mental wellness.
(718) 736-2174 View (718) 736-2174
Applied Behavioral Sciences
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11203
Participant's resolve legal, child welfare, employment, family and marital problems.
The team of doctors therapists & counselors & ABS have decades of experience developing and leading healthcare and social service programs throughout New York and surrounding tri state areas. The clinicians at ABS have helped many 10's of thousands of people overcome extreme impulsive behaviors such as impulsive anger, impulsive aggression, impulsive sexual behavior, impulsive eating, impulsive shopping, impulsive gambling, domestic violence. Your therapy is held in strict confidence.
Participant's resolve legal, child welfare, employment, family and marital problems.
The team of doctors therapists & counselors & ABS have decades of experience developing and leading healthcare and social service programs throughout New York and surrounding tri state areas. The clinicians at ABS have helped many 10's of thousands of people overcome extreme impulsive behaviors such as impulsive anger, impulsive aggression, impulsive sexual behavior, impulsive eating, impulsive shopping, impulsive gambling, domestic violence. Your therapy is held in strict confidence.
(929) 209-7279 View (929) 209-7279
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Dr. Elizabeth Merrill
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP, CGP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in working with adults coping with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, bereavement, marital concerns, and adjustments to various life transitions.
Do you have relationship concerns? Life transition? Anxious or depressed? I may be the right fit for you. I also specialize in cognitive processing therapy, an evidence based treatment for individuals dealing with trauma. Finally, I can help you if you are experiencing infertility, miscarriage, loss of a baby, or have postpartum depression or anxiety as my skill set also includes perinatal mental health.
I specialize in working with adults coping with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, bereavement, marital concerns, and adjustments to various life transitions.
Do you have relationship concerns? Life transition? Anxious or depressed? I may be the right fit for you. I also specialize in cognitive processing therapy, an evidence based treatment for individuals dealing with trauma. Finally, I can help you if you are experiencing infertility, miscarriage, loss of a baby, or have postpartum depression or anxiety as my skill set also includes perinatal mental health.
(207) 819-8826 View (207) 819-8826
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Mariah Okenwa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Online Only
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate challenges with a faith-based and evidence-based approach.
You may be feeling stuck—overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or struggling in your relationships. Maybe you’re facing life transitions, grief, or past trauma that feels too heavy to carry alone. You want to feel understood, supported, and empowered, but no matter how much you try, things still feel out of balance. At your core, you want clarity, emotional peace, and deeper connections. You long for a space where you can be honest without judgment, where healing feels possible, and where you can build the tools to move forward with confidence.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate challenges with a faith-based and evidence-based approach.
You may be feeling stuck—overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or struggling in your relationships. Maybe you’re facing life transitions, grief, or past trauma that feels too heavy to carry alone. You want to feel understood, supported, and empowered, but no matter how much you try, things still feel out of balance. At your core, you want clarity, emotional peace, and deeper connections. You long for a space where you can be honest without judgment, where healing feels possible, and where you can build the tools to move forward with confidence.
(716) 413-3469 View (716) 413-3469
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Jessica Weller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling to navigate life’s challenges? I specialize in working with young adults, particularly those in the LGBTQIA+ community, who are managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, or exploring their identity. Whether you're searching for where you belong, feeling weighed down by your thoughts, or seeking clarity about your gender or sexuality, you deserve a space where you can be fully yourself. Together, we’ll create a supportive, affirming environment to help you deepen self-understanding, develop practical tools for life’s challenges, and build a life that aligns with who you truly are.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling to navigate life’s challenges? I specialize in working with young adults, particularly those in the LGBTQIA+ community, who are managing anxiety, depression, ADHD, or exploring their identity. Whether you're searching for where you belong, feeling weighed down by your thoughts, or seeking clarity about your gender or sexuality, you deserve a space where you can be fully yourself. Together, we’ll create a supportive, affirming environment to help you deepen self-understanding, develop practical tools for life’s challenges, and build a life that aligns with who you truly are.
(631) 314-7351 View (631) 314-7351
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Michael Fischman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW-R, CGP, CAMS-I
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
As an Individual, Group and Marital therapist I diagnose the problem and set the means for resolution.
Hello and welcome to my profile. By now I would assume that you've read several profiles on the "Psychology Today" site and by this point they are probably all sounding astonishingly similar. That's got to be frustrating. I hope that the following information concerning my practice doesn't have the same effect. Let me be brief: I work with a multitude of issues and problems that relate to: couples, anxiety, depression and anger management. I also work with addictions including eating disorders. My approach can help you work through unconscious conflict (repeating patterns again and again without understanding why) as well as compulsive behaviors such as drinking, thought ruminating and habitual behaviors that are difficult to control.I can help you 'evolve' out of your particular problem. I am supportive and reality based while I can always find humor in the worst and the best of times. Together we can turn this all around and get you to where you want to be.
As an Individual, Group and Marital therapist I diagnose the problem and set the means for resolution.
Hello and welcome to my profile. By now I would assume that you've read several profiles on the "Psychology Today" site and by this point they are probably all sounding astonishingly similar. That's got to be frustrating. I hope that the following information concerning my practice doesn't have the same effect. Let me be brief: I work with a multitude of issues and problems that relate to: couples, anxiety, depression and anger management. I also work with addictions including eating disorders. My approach can help you work through unconscious conflict (repeating patterns again and again without understanding why) as well as compulsive behaviors such as drinking, thought ruminating and habitual behaviors that are difficult to control.I can help you 'evolve' out of your particular problem. I am supportive and reality based while I can always find humor in the worst and the best of times. Together we can turn this all around and get you to where you want to be.
(917) 725-5173 View (917) 725-5173
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Patricia Mendell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11215
As a relationship and marital therapist and a seasoned infertility counselor who also experienced both infertility and pregnancy loss, I am very aware of the impact decision-making choices have on people''s daily lives and relationships.
Whether you are at an impasse in your life, have conflicted relationships,or marital problems, unclear about your fertility options, indecisive about using an egg/sperm/embryo donor, overwhelmed by pregnancy losses, your parenting can through counseling find tools to address your life conflicts and your family building options.
As a relationship and marital therapist and a seasoned infertility counselor who also experienced both infertility and pregnancy loss, I am very aware of the impact decision-making choices have on people''s daily lives and relationships.
Whether you are at an impasse in your life, have conflicted relationships,or marital problems, unclear about your fertility options, indecisive about using an egg/sperm/embryo donor, overwhelmed by pregnancy losses, your parenting can through counseling find tools to address your life conflicts and your family building options.
(646) 480-7101 View (646) 480-7101
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Keona Wright
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As your therapist, I believe in coming alongside you to achieve the goals and healing that you have for yourself, your relationship, your marriage, and your family.
As your therapist, I am present, listen actively and reflectively, with compassion and empathy. My approach is patient and allows clients, like yourself, to set the pace that feels right for them. Through individual, couple and family therapy, I assist clients in improving communication, managing emotions, navigating relationship issues, working through life transitions, and overcoming obstacles like anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and trauma. My goal is to empower you to gain self-awareness, build resilience and reconnect with your sense of purpose and fulfillment.
As your therapist, I believe in coming alongside you to achieve the goals and healing that you have for yourself, your relationship, your marriage, and your family.
As your therapist, I am present, listen actively and reflectively, with compassion and empathy. My approach is patient and allows clients, like yourself, to set the pace that feels right for them. Through individual, couple and family therapy, I assist clients in improving communication, managing emotions, navigating relationship issues, working through life transitions, and overcoming obstacles like anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, and trauma. My goal is to empower you to gain self-awareness, build resilience and reconnect with your sense of purpose and fulfillment.
(929) 447-2136 View (929) 447-2136
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Eugenia Rozenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR, MA, BS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My special interests are in the areas of relationships, self perception and life transitions ( marriage, divorce, additions to the families or losses).
As an experienced therapist I believe that everyone owes to him/herself to live a satisfying life. If you do not like the place you are in today - do something not to be there. As Einstein said, "Nothing happens until something moves". Choosing therapy is definitely the right move for you. It is not a sign of weakness but rather of your determination. Whatever problem you are facing today: anxiety, depression, disturbing relationship, or work related stress - I am here to help you facilitate changes that will allow you to reach your goals.
My special interests are in the areas of relationships, self perception and life transitions ( marriage, divorce, additions to the families or losses).
As an experienced therapist I believe that everyone owes to him/herself to live a satisfying life. If you do not like the place you are in today - do something not to be there. As Einstein said, "Nothing happens until something moves". Choosing therapy is definitely the right move for you. It is not a sign of weakness but rather of your determination. Whatever problem you are facing today: anxiety, depression, disturbing relationship, or work related stress - I am here to help you facilitate changes that will allow you to reach your goals.
(347) 352-8631 View (347) 352-8631
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Joshua Barnes
Pre-Licensed Professional, LP-MHC, M-CASAC, MPS
Verified Verified
Online Only
If you or a loved are going through a difficult time and you need to see someone who is an active listener, someone empathetic, someone who understands the struggles of mental health, marital issues, substance use, or challenges facing the youth of today, please, give me a call.
I offer a professional, respectful, client centered environment to help my clients understand and resolve their problems, discover their strengths, and to accentuate positive behaviors and relationships. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families; helping them to deal with life stressors and transitions. My work emphasizes crisis management through individual counseling, group therapy, and medication management. Specifically, my work includes working with individual with mental health diagnosis such as anxiety, depression or bi-polar. I have also served to counsel troubled marriages, substance use and abuse.
If you or a loved are going through a difficult time and you need to see someone who is an active listener, someone empathetic, someone who understands the struggles of mental health, marital issues, substance use, or challenges facing the youth of today, please, give me a call.
I offer a professional, respectful, client centered environment to help my clients understand and resolve their problems, discover their strengths, and to accentuate positive behaviors and relationships. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families; helping them to deal with life stressors and transitions. My work emphasizes crisis management through individual counseling, group therapy, and medication management. Specifically, my work includes working with individual with mental health diagnosis such as anxiety, depression or bi-polar. I have also served to counsel troubled marriages, substance use and abuse.
(718) 650-2572 View (718) 650-2572
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Victoria Azara
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Do you need help exploring your life challenges and help developing the skills that you need to feel in charge of your situation? We will focus on your relationships and integrate the work for life transitions, marital difficulties, school and work-related stresses and parenting issues.
I have extensive background and experience in working with adults, parents, children and families. I teach doctoral students how to be therapists for adults and children. I have special knowledge in learning disabilities and management of it. I am founder of the Upper East Side Child Therapy Group.
Do you need help exploring your life challenges and help developing the skills that you need to feel in charge of your situation? We will focus on your relationships and integrate the work for life transitions, marital difficulties, school and work-related stresses and parenting issues.
I have extensive background and experience in working with adults, parents, children and families. I teach doctoral students how to be therapists for adults and children. I have special knowledge in learning disabilities and management of it. I am founder of the Upper East Side Child Therapy Group.
(646) 571-0049 View (646) 571-0049
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Ayleen Alago
Counselor, LMHC, CRC, BCPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have extensive experience in treating anxiety and mood disorders, relationship issues, stress, major life changes, disabilities, career goals, military life, family, marital and couple’s struggles.
I believe that no client is alike regardless of shared diagnoses, symptoms, or environmental/situational factors. Therefore, my focus is solely on helping clients to achieve personalized goals and insight development. Therapeutic modalities include person-centered therapy, Career Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and brief solution-focused therapies.
I have extensive experience in treating anxiety and mood disorders, relationship issues, stress, major life changes, disabilities, career goals, military life, family, marital and couple’s struggles.
I believe that no client is alike regardless of shared diagnoses, symptoms, or environmental/situational factors. Therefore, my focus is solely on helping clients to achieve personalized goals and insight development. Therapeutic modalities include person-centered therapy, Career Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and brief solution-focused therapies.
(929) 581-8501 View (929) 581-8501
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Marriage & Family / Kids & Teens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11213
Specialties: Marriage, Family, Kids.
As a Marriage&Family Counselor (www.ParadoxPsychology.com), and Anger guru (www.AngerManagementWorks.com) I help couples & families sort out the mess. Everyone gets a chance to give their side of the story. I'm good with guys and kids who got dragged to therapy. With a little Seinfeld humor, therapy is often turns into a zany and painless experience.
Specialties: Marriage, Family, Kids.
As a Marriage&Family Counselor (www.ParadoxPsychology.com), and Anger guru (www.AngerManagementWorks.com) I help couples & families sort out the mess. Everyone gets a chance to give their side of the story. I'm good with guys and kids who got dragged to therapy. With a little Seinfeld humor, therapy is often turns into a zany and painless experience.
(917) 725-2117 View (917) 725-2117
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North Brooklyn Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11222
North Brooklyn Marriage and Family Therapy is known for its deep bench of talented therapists and nonjudgmental, systems-based approach.
Therapy at North Brooklyn is for everyone, including people who just need an impartial listener; individuals working through trauma, depression, or anxiety; families seeking more harmony; children and teens dealing with the unique issues of growing up; and couples looking for more intimacy or to overcome problems
North Brooklyn Marriage and Family Therapy is known for its deep bench of talented therapists and nonjudgmental, systems-based approach.
Therapy at North Brooklyn is for everyone, including people who just need an impartial listener; individuals working through trauma, depression, or anxiety; families seeking more harmony; children and teens dealing with the unique issues of growing up; and couples looking for more intimacy or to overcome problems
(718) 785-9718 View (718) 785-9718
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Cindy S. Bowers
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11215
I am a licensed mental health counselor and licensed professional counselor in NY, NJ, and CT, a national certified counselor, and approved clinical supervisor with a master's degree in Community Counseling and Marriage/Family Therapy.
My approach consists of integrating client centered, existentialist, cognitive behavioral, and solution focused therapies. I facilitate therapy with focusing on clients' core values, beliefs, and culture to assist and empower clients to gain insight regarding presenting issues and utilizing their strengths to identify/develop positive ways to cope with stressors.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and licensed professional counselor in NY, NJ, and CT, a national certified counselor, and approved clinical supervisor with a master's degree in Community Counseling and Marriage/Family Therapy.
My approach consists of integrating client centered, existentialist, cognitive behavioral, and solution focused therapies. I facilitate therapy with focusing on clients' core values, beliefs, and culture to assist and empower clients to gain insight regarding presenting issues and utilizing their strengths to identify/develop positive ways to cope with stressors.
(929) 207-7457 View (929) 207-7457
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Tom Bender
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11225
If you are experiencing marital strife, depression/anxiety, feelings of emptiness, anger, grief, or are just plain stressed out, we can work together to create the life you want to live.
Many of us are in search of deeper happiness and emotional resilience in our lives. Often, we look outside ourselves for fulfillment instead of inward, towards our own true nature. For over 25 years I have worked with couples and individuals seeking a way out of isolation and emotional suffering towards greater joy. This is your time to be on the planet. If you struggle with self-defeating habits and thought patterns, and would like help shifting towards a more content, vibrant life, please call me for a free consultation.
If you are experiencing marital strife, depression/anxiety, feelings of emptiness, anger, grief, or are just plain stressed out, we can work together to create the life you want to live.
Many of us are in search of deeper happiness and emotional resilience in our lives. Often, we look outside ourselves for fulfillment instead of inward, towards our own true nature. For over 25 years I have worked with couples and individuals seeking a way out of isolation and emotional suffering towards greater joy. This is your time to be on the planet. If you struggle with self-defeating habits and thought patterns, and would like help shifting towards a more content, vibrant life, please call me for a free consultation.
(505) 295-5098 View (505) 295-5098
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Pamela Jane Beck
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Also, family dynamics, marriage and divorce are frequent themes.
I’ve been a practicing licensed psychologist for more than 40 years, helping people become the best versions of themselves. I believe talking to a non judgmental professional who understands your problems can help you gain perspectives on issues that may seem overwhelming and hopeless. I think the key to success is developing a strong relationship with the therapist so that we become a team. Together I help you help yourself; lead a happier, wiser and more fulfilling life. And i participate actively during our session so that therapy becomes a warm and safe environment to grow in all the ways you desire. .
Also, family dynamics, marriage and divorce are frequent themes.
I’ve been a practicing licensed psychologist for more than 40 years, helping people become the best versions of themselves. I believe talking to a non judgmental professional who understands your problems can help you gain perspectives on issues that may seem overwhelming and hopeless. I think the key to success is developing a strong relationship with the therapist so that we become a team. Together I help you help yourself; lead a happier, wiser and more fulfilling life. And i participate actively during our session so that therapy becomes a warm and safe environment to grow in all the ways you desire. .
(929) 545-6075 View (929) 545-6075
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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.