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Be Heard Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124
I work non judgmentally with clients to examine/strengthen relationships.I work with individuals,couples and families to repair and rebuild relationships that are not functioning at their best.With the client,the current concern is examined then goals and steps toward change are developed.I feel a persons self esteem is often a key component to current concerns and difficulties being experienced, as such this is examined.I believe the child parent relationship is key to a child's development and self esteem. I work with the parent to create the strongest connection possible with their child.
I work non judgmentally with clients to examine/strengthen relationships.I work with individuals,couples and families to repair and rebuild relationships that are not functioning at their best.With the client,the current concern is examined then goals and steps toward change are developed.I feel a persons self esteem is often a key component to current concerns and difficulties being experienced, as such this is examined.I believe the child parent relationship is key to a child's development and self esteem. I work with the parent to create the strongest connection possible with their child.
(503) 446-4096 View (503) 446-4096
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The Relationship Specialists
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97123  (Online Only)
With over 30 years of experience counseling only clients with relationship issues I've learned a lot about how to help people work through a range of relationship issues.
Great relationships don't happen by accident. I can help you learn how to have one. Whether it is a relationship with yourself, your family, your boss or your significant other, they all have one thing in common. It's good communication. Communication is one of the top three problems in relationships. Over the years I've found that if you can handle good communication you can then handle almost anything. Why don't you let me know what your needs and goals are, then we can start there.
With over 30 years of experience counseling only clients with relationship issues I've learned a lot about how to help people work through a range of relationship issues.
Great relationships don't happen by accident. I can help you learn how to have one. Whether it is a relationship with yourself, your family, your boss or your significant other, they all have one thing in common. It's good communication. Communication is one of the top three problems in relationships. Over the years I've found that if you can handle good communication you can then handle almost anything. Why don't you let me know what your needs and goals are, then we can start there.
(971) 290-1857 View (971) 290-1857
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Troy Pound
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97123
I have extensive experience working with youth, couples and families of all shapes and sizes and individuals.
What solution are you seeking? My goal is to help you reach your goals. As a husband, father to six kids, grandfather to six grandkids, mental health worker, and minister I bring a some life experience to the table. If nothing else I've learned we all need an encouraging voice from time to time. I look forward to traveling with you on the road to transformation.
I have extensive experience working with youth, couples and families of all shapes and sizes and individuals.
What solution are you seeking? My goal is to help you reach your goals. As a husband, father to six kids, grandfather to six grandkids, mental health worker, and minister I bring a some life experience to the table. If nothing else I've learned we all need an encouraging voice from time to time. I look forward to traveling with you on the road to transformation.
(503) 214-2494 View (503) 214-2494
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Jason Durtschi, LCSW (Tree of Life Counseling)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97123
While I work with a wide range of clients and issues, I have extensive experience treating anxiety/mood disorders, as well as relationship conflict, sex/sexuality.
I work together with my clients toward more self-compassion, awareness, and understanding. These bring about lasting positive change. I treat a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, addictions, interpersonal issues (i.e. couples counseling), psycho-spiritual/religious conflicts and abuse, sexuality, and pragmatic life-coaching, to name a few. I have extensive experience working with the LGBT community, some "out," others not; some religious, others not. I use Cognitive-Behavioral therapy (CBT) when indicated, coupled with mindfulness techniques. I also explore with my clients deeper-seated issues, including exploring our "shadows" and the roots of addiction and shame. I serve adolescents and adults.
While I work with a wide range of clients and issues, I have extensive experience treating anxiety/mood disorders, as well as relationship conflict, sex/sexuality.
I work together with my clients toward more self-compassion, awareness, and understanding. These bring about lasting positive change. I treat a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, addictions, interpersonal issues (i.e. couples counseling), psycho-spiritual/religious conflicts and abuse, sexuality, and pragmatic life-coaching, to name a few. I have extensive experience working with the LGBT community, some "out," others not; some religious, others not. I use Cognitive-Behavioral therapy (CBT) when indicated, coupled with mindfulness techniques. I also explore with my clients deeper-seated issues, including exploring our "shadows" and the roots of addiction and shame. I serve adolescents and adults.
(202) 813-1499 View (202) 813-1499
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Matt Kidder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CADC I
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97006
My professional background includes extensive experience with diverse populations of adults, youth, couples and families.
Hello! My guess is that you're currently feeling a bit overwhelmed and possibly frustrated by the task of finding a therapist who both resonates with you and, is available. Being overwhelmed by the complexity of our lives, by our relationships, our work-lives and by the financial pressures we sometimes face seems to have become the "new normal" for many of us. Helping clients better manage these challenges while finding new solutions in an open-minded, comfortable and at times humorous environment is at the core of my practice. I enjoy working with youth, adults and couples seeking helpful new life-skills and big picture clarity.
My professional background includes extensive experience with diverse populations of adults, youth, couples and families.
Hello! My guess is that you're currently feeling a bit overwhelmed and possibly frustrated by the task of finding a therapist who both resonates with you and, is available. Being overwhelmed by the complexity of our lives, by our relationships, our work-lives and by the financial pressures we sometimes face seems to have become the "new normal" for many of us. Helping clients better manage these challenges while finding new solutions in an open-minded, comfortable and at times humorous environment is at the core of my practice. I enjoy working with youth, adults and couples seeking helpful new life-skills and big picture clarity.
(971) 290-4212 View (971) 290-4212
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Patrick Bluett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97123
Specializing in relationship and sexual issues, I offer person-centered behavioral therapy to individuals and couples. My mission is to treat anxiety and other factors impacting my clients' ability to connect securely and deeply with others. My approach to therapy is relational, inclusive and trauma-informed. I serve as an ally to my clients and provide them with a space to explore their deepest truths without fear of judgment. I work with my clients to cultivate deep insights, self-compassion and to accept and embrace their humanity. Our therapeutic journey will be one of courage, constructive discomfort, and ultimately, clarity.
Specializing in relationship and sexual issues, I offer person-centered behavioral therapy to individuals and couples. My mission is to treat anxiety and other factors impacting my clients' ability to connect securely and deeply with others. My approach to therapy is relational, inclusive and trauma-informed. I serve as an ally to my clients and provide them with a space to explore their deepest truths without fear of judgment. I work with my clients to cultivate deep insights, self-compassion and to accept and embrace their humanity. Our therapeutic journey will be one of courage, constructive discomfort, and ultimately, clarity.
(503) 647-6995 View (503) 647-6995
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Dr. Josue Buzze
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97123  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My work focuses on increasing satisfaction and meaning in people's lives. My goal is providing competent, insight-focused therapy with an emphasis on self-compassion and improving the relationship with the self. My approach is helpful for people trying to navigate burnout, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and self-criticism. Growing up as a biracial Latino, I struggled with navigating questions about racial identity, internalized racism, fitting in with different groups, and managing different sets of cultural expectations. I’m passionate about working with clients who experience similar challenges with any of their identities.
My work focuses on increasing satisfaction and meaning in people's lives. My goal is providing competent, insight-focused therapy with an emphasis on self-compassion and improving the relationship with the self. My approach is helpful for people trying to navigate burnout, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and self-criticism. Growing up as a biracial Latino, I struggled with navigating questions about racial identity, internalized racism, fitting in with different groups, and managing different sets of cultural expectations. I’m passionate about working with clients who experience similar challenges with any of their identities.
(503) 917-3410 View (503) 917-3410
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Michael Morales
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97123
Why do I like them? Because they work! Even with a wide range of individuals, couples, children, families, and groups.
Are you in need of help? Do you feel like you want to get your life back? To go through your day feeling empowered, connected to your community, and safe? Are you ready to do the work to appreciate who you are now AND learn new skills and strategies that will help you grow, heal, and change for good? I'd like to walk with you on that journey. There are many ways to address your needs and concerns, and I've tried a lot over the years.
Why do I like them? Because they work! Even with a wide range of individuals, couples, children, families, and groups.
Are you in need of help? Do you feel like you want to get your life back? To go through your day feeling empowered, connected to your community, and safe? Are you ready to do the work to appreciate who you are now AND learn new skills and strategies that will help you grow, heal, and change for good? I'd like to walk with you on that journey. There are many ways to address your needs and concerns, and I've tried a lot over the years.
(503) 836-8735 View (503) 836-8735
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Jim Hjort
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, CMT-P
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97006  (Online Only)
I work with a variety of people facing a variety of challenges, but many of my clients face addictions and other compulsive behavior patterns (either in themselves or a loved one), relationship problems, or some kind of trauma.
Suffering with emotional pain can leave us feeling disoriented and miserable in the present, and discouraged and afraid about the future. Yet we all have an innate impulse to survive, heal, and recover. You're heeding that impulse right now—all we need to begin your journey of healing is for you to keep heeding it. We'll discover the rest together, one step at a time. Imagine getting to know new parts of yourself and giving them the attention they’ve been yearning for. Hopping out of bed in the morning feeling whole, healthy, and positive. Meeting life’s difficulties with skill and finesse instead of brute force.
I work with a variety of people facing a variety of challenges, but many of my clients face addictions and other compulsive behavior patterns (either in themselves or a loved one), relationship problems, or some kind of trauma.
Suffering with emotional pain can leave us feeling disoriented and miserable in the present, and discouraged and afraid about the future. Yet we all have an innate impulse to survive, heal, and recover. You're heeding that impulse right now—all we need to begin your journey of healing is for you to keep heeding it. We'll discover the rest together, one step at a time. Imagine getting to know new parts of yourself and giving them the attention they’ve been yearning for. Hopping out of bed in the morning feeling whole, healthy, and positive. Meeting life’s difficulties with skill and finesse instead of brute force.
(424) 292-4636 View (424) 292-4636
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Edward Ewe
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97123
I am primary focused and specialized in working with couples and relationship issues. Therapy is a space where clients can get support and guidance. I work with clients on a range of issues and emotions including couples counseling, dealing with grief and loss, stressors, and trauma. I believe therapy can offer a place of safety, exploration, and acceptance. I am here to help clients identify, understand, and work through their life challenges in a supportive therapeutic space. Check out my website (www.counseloregon.com) for more information about our group practice.
I am primary focused and specialized in working with couples and relationship issues. Therapy is a space where clients can get support and guidance. I work with clients on a range of issues and emotions including couples counseling, dealing with grief and loss, stressors, and trauma. I believe therapy can offer a place of safety, exploration, and acceptance. I am here to help clients identify, understand, and work through their life challenges in a supportive therapeutic space. Check out my website (www.counseloregon.com) for more information about our group practice.
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LifeStar Oregon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97124  (Online Only)
Couples are encouraged to attend together.
The LifeSTAR program is a virtual treatment program to help individuals who struggle with sexual addiction and other unwanted sexually compulsive behaviors. Each phase builds on the previous one for a long-term and comprehensive approach to eliminating compulsive sexual behaviors. The LifeSTAR program is a nationally recognized treatment program that is run by licensed therapists who are trained in sexual addiction recovery. Participants receive workbooks and other materials to help them in their recovery work. The phases are designed to gently uncover and heal those patterns that create and maintain addictive behaviors.
Couples are encouraged to attend together.
The LifeSTAR program is a virtual treatment program to help individuals who struggle with sexual addiction and other unwanted sexually compulsive behaviors. Each phase builds on the previous one for a long-term and comprehensive approach to eliminating compulsive sexual behaviors. The LifeSTAR program is a nationally recognized treatment program that is run by licensed therapists who are trained in sexual addiction recovery. Participants receive workbooks and other materials to help them in their recovery work. The phases are designed to gently uncover and heal those patterns that create and maintain addictive behaviors.
(503) 822-3745 View (503) 822-3745
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Bryan Dale Lewellen
Professional Counselor Associate, LPC, Intern, MA, BS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Bryan believes that people deserve an opportunity to seek help for personal healing and growth, as well as maneuvering through life while having the best possible interactions with their most important relationships. Bryan has a desire to see people live their best lives for themselves and with others. He has a keen interest in seeing people strive and thrive in their marriages.
Bryan believes that people deserve an opportunity to seek help for personal healing and growth, as well as maneuvering through life while having the best possible interactions with their most important relationships. Bryan has a desire to see people live their best lives for themselves and with others. He has a keen interest in seeing people strive and thrive in their marriages.
(971) 272-8984 View (971) 272-8984
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Marty Michelson (.he.him)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAMFT, LPC, OHP, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97123  (Online Only)
OHP Oregon Health Plan available. Personally updated May 6 ◉ Life is hard & you want help. I get it. I’ve experienced life’s complexity, too. I want to help YOU discover calm & find hope. Anxiety is real. Grief hurts. Trauma disables. Depression fogs clarity. Communication breaks down. Let's discern your better future. I'm here to help. ◉ Trauma, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression & EMDR certified. www. peaceandflourishing. com Oregon & WA, ID & CO. OHP Oregon Health Plan. Pacific Source. CareOregon. IHN InterHealth Community Health Plan. Oregon CCOs, United, Optum, Cigna, Aetna, CareOregon, HealthShare, Open Card, Trillium, YCCO
OHP Oregon Health Plan available. Personally updated May 6 ◉ Life is hard & you want help. I get it. I’ve experienced life’s complexity, too. I want to help YOU discover calm & find hope. Anxiety is real. Grief hurts. Trauma disables. Depression fogs clarity. Communication breaks down. Let's discern your better future. I'm here to help. ◉ Trauma, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression & EMDR certified. www. peaceandflourishing. com Oregon & WA, ID & CO. OHP Oregon Health Plan. Pacific Source. CareOregon. IHN InterHealth Community Health Plan. Oregon CCOs, United, Optum, Cigna, Aetna, CareOregon, HealthShare, Open Card, Trillium, YCCO
(971) 278-9809 View (971) 278-9809
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Adult ADHD & Relationship Success George Goldston
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsboro, OR 97124  (Online Only)
You can never seem to get on track. You’ve tried everything you can think of, from ideas from YouTube to suggestions from other people. The message you’re getting through life is to try harder. And just trying harder never seems to work. Whether you have ADHD or some of the traits attributed to it, trying harder isn’t going to work. What the well-meaning people who try to help don’t know is that you need to try something different. Each time you lose your keys, forget to turn off the stove, or get sidetracked and lose track of time, you roll your eyes at yourself. Not again!
You can never seem to get on track. You’ve tried everything you can think of, from ideas from YouTube to suggestions from other people. The message you’re getting through life is to try harder. And just trying harder never seems to work. Whether you have ADHD or some of the traits attributed to it, trying harder isn’t going to work. What the well-meaning people who try to help don’t know is that you need to try something different. Each time you lose your keys, forget to turn off the stove, or get sidetracked and lose track of time, you roll your eyes at yourself. Not again!
(503) 200-5327 View (503) 200-5327
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Dave Terletzky
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Hillsboro, OR 97123
Not accepting new clients
You are searching these pages for help, for clarity, for healing. I've been helping adults and children understand themselves and their relationships for over25 years. You are not just an individual with a problem; you are a person in context to your past, your future and your present. My approach in therapy involves seeing us in the context of relationships with ourselves and others. As we come to understand who we are in those relationships we have opportunities for healing, for reconciliation, for growth.
You are searching these pages for help, for clarity, for healing. I've been helping adults and children understand themselves and their relationships for over25 years. You are not just an individual with a problem; you are a person in context to your past, your future and your present. My approach in therapy involves seeing us in the context of relationships with ourselves and others. As we come to understand who we are in those relationships we have opportunities for healing, for reconciliation, for growth.
(971) 832-5655 View (971) 832-5655

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Photo of Mark Saren, Licensed Professional Counselor in Hillsboro, OR
Mark Saren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97008  (Online Only)
I help people who seek to increase awareness, strengths, intelligence (IQ and EQ), resiliency, create empowering processes and solutions leading to meaningful life engagement, and improving quality of life. I have worked with all ages, backgrounds and issues, individuals, couples and families. I have found the best predictor of effective therapy is how well the client connects with the therapist. I am open to working with all people, cultures and concerns.
I help people who seek to increase awareness, strengths, intelligence (IQ and EQ), resiliency, create empowering processes and solutions leading to meaningful life engagement, and improving quality of life. I have worked with all ages, backgrounds and issues, individuals, couples and families. I have found the best predictor of effective therapy is how well the client connects with the therapist. I am open to working with all people, cultures and concerns.
(971) 251-4842 View (971) 251-4842
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Skip Shewell Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97006
I am an active and engaged relational therapist, which means I am focused on our therapeutic relationship in as much as our goals and issues at hand.
I am a queer trans-identified licensed professional therapist practicing clinical psychotherapy for over 16 years. My practice is based out of Portland, OR and Seattle, WA. I specialize in working with queer, non-binary, poly populations. I received my master's degree in Psychology at Antioch University Seattle in 2008 and have been working consistently as a therapist ever since. I have extensive experience and work with counseling individuals and couples in a wide variety settings such as primary health care clinics, urban and rural tribal health care, community mental health treatment centers, and major healthcare facilities.
I am an active and engaged relational therapist, which means I am focused on our therapeutic relationship in as much as our goals and issues at hand.
I am a queer trans-identified licensed professional therapist practicing clinical psychotherapy for over 16 years. My practice is based out of Portland, OR and Seattle, WA. I specialize in working with queer, non-binary, poly populations. I received my master's degree in Psychology at Antioch University Seattle in 2008 and have been working consistently as a therapist ever since. I have extensive experience and work with counseling individuals and couples in a wide variety settings such as primary health care clinics, urban and rural tribal health care, community mental health treatment centers, and major healthcare facilities.
(503) 461-7427 View (503) 461-7427
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The Mustard Seed for Counseling
LPC Intern, MA
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97005
By visiting this website, you most likely are facing transitions in your life and are aware that you need help. By doing so, you have walked half the way for healing. If you are feeling depressed and stuck, living with anxiety, phobias, traumas, or trapped in addiction to substance or behavior, or living in a turbulent relationship, please, do not be discouraged. Step forward and call for help. Your current situation is not all that you have in your life and you have a lot in your toolbox that you haven't utilized yet. Here I am; ready to help.
By visiting this website, you most likely are facing transitions in your life and are aware that you need help. By doing so, you have walked half the way for healing. If you are feeling depressed and stuck, living with anxiety, phobias, traumas, or trapped in addiction to substance or behavior, or living in a turbulent relationship, please, do not be discouraged. Step forward and call for help. Your current situation is not all that you have in your life and you have a lot in your toolbox that you haven't utilized yet. Here I am; ready to help.
(503) 854-0111 View (503) 854-0111
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Neupathway (Louis Poeltl)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, SUDP
Verified Verified
Beaverton, OR 97005
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Louis Poeltl Ed.S, NCC, C-DBT, LMHC, LPC is a clinical mental health counselor with over 15 years of experience providing therapeutic services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. With a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and an Education Specialist Degree in Family Counseling, Louis is especially suited to incorporate clients’ familial and cultural backgrounds to uncover negative internalized beliefs that are holding back clients from living their best lives now.
Accepting New Patients, same week availability................................... Louis Poeltl Ed.S, NCC, C-DBT, LMHC, LPC is a clinical mental health counselor with over 15 years of experience providing therapeutic services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. With a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and an Education Specialist Degree in Family Counseling, Louis is especially suited to incorporate clients’ familial and cultural backgrounds to uncover negative internalized beliefs that are holding back clients from living their best lives now.
(971) 414-3508 View (971) 414-3508
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Matt Newey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tigard, OR 97281
Seeking the assistance of a professional counselor is an important decision. Reaching out for help can be difficult, but once the decision has been made, most people, in my experience, find the outcome to be extremely rewarding. Stress, relationship difficulties, and career disenchantment are just a few of the normal issues that anyone may encounter over the course of one's life. Seeking an experienced and skilled counselor to help deal with any of these concerns is a demonstration of personal strength and healthy coping.
Seeking the assistance of a professional counselor is an important decision. Reaching out for help can be difficult, but once the decision has been made, most people, in my experience, find the outcome to be extremely rewarding. Stress, relationship difficulties, and career disenchantment are just a few of the normal issues that anyone may encounter over the course of one's life. Seeking an experienced and skilled counselor to help deal with any of these concerns is a demonstration of personal strength and healthy coping.
(541) 316-1440 View (541) 316-1440
Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.