Couples Counseling Therapists in Allen, TX

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Asmaa A Mohamed
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75002  (Online Only)
If you've ever found yourself grappling with depression, anxiety, grief, or facing challenges in your relationship. Whether you're navigating tough times or dealing with complex issues, I'm equipped with the training and tools to honor your dignity and autonomy and practice cultural humility to provide guidance and be with you through your healing journey. Respecting your individual journey and cultural context is fundamental in my approach. I'm here to assist if you're seeking help in managing mental health concerns or relationship issues. Reach out, and let's explore how I can support you on your path to healing and growth.
If you've ever found yourself grappling with depression, anxiety, grief, or facing challenges in your relationship. Whether you're navigating tough times or dealing with complex issues, I'm equipped with the training and tools to honor your dignity and autonomy and practice cultural humility to provide guidance and be with you through your healing journey. Respecting your individual journey and cultural context is fundamental in my approach. I'm here to assist if you're seeking help in managing mental health concerns or relationship issues. Reach out, and let's explore how I can support you on your path to healing and growth.
(972) 838-1063 View (972) 838-1063
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Lauren Tademy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75002  (Online Only)
I take a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed approach with teens, adults, and couples managing trauma, anxiety, depression, identity issues, and relationship difficulties.
In our relationships, we hope to feel connected, cared for, and understood. However, after a conversation with a loved one, you may find yourself feeling frustrated, misunderstood, or exhausted. Conversations can feel like they're going in circles and you may be blowing up or shutting down before reaching a resolution. You may even find yourself communicating in ways that hinder connection and understanding because you aren't sure how else to express how you feel. If this sounds familiar, please understand that you're not alone. Together we can all work to process those responses and have healthier conversations.
I take a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed approach with teens, adults, and couples managing trauma, anxiety, depression, identity issues, and relationship difficulties.
In our relationships, we hope to feel connected, cared for, and understood. However, after a conversation with a loved one, you may find yourself feeling frustrated, misunderstood, or exhausted. Conversations can feel like they're going in circles and you may be blowing up or shutting down before reaching a resolution. You may even find yourself communicating in ways that hinder connection and understanding because you aren't sure how else to express how you feel. If this sounds familiar, please understand that you're not alone. Together we can all work to process those responses and have healthier conversations.
(832) 838-4609 View (832) 838-4609
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Robyn Fletcher
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
Are you looking for more joy and pleasure in your day-to-day life? Therapy is a great way to cope with life’s struggles. I strive to assist individuals and couples in discussing and processing issues affecting their lives.
Are you looking for more joy and pleasure in your day-to-day life? Therapy is a great way to cope with life’s struggles. I strive to assist individuals and couples in discussing and processing issues affecting their lives.
(214) 949-8689 View (214) 949-8689
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Todd Daehnert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75002
I work a lot with married couples which result in helping men through sexual addictions and women with past sexual abuse.
Finding the right therapist/coach can be a whip for sure. How on earth do I choose who to divulge my struggles with! If you want someone to be real and honest with you but not judgemental, look no further. If you believe you are ready, let's get started and get you some relief-life is too short. I believe we ALL have a purpose and that we are all affected by choices, good and bad, we have made in our lifetime. We can change despite those choices but sometimes the consequences don't.
I work a lot with married couples which result in helping men through sexual addictions and women with past sexual abuse.
Finding the right therapist/coach can be a whip for sure. How on earth do I choose who to divulge my struggles with! If you want someone to be real and honest with you but not judgemental, look no further. If you believe you are ready, let's get started and get you some relief-life is too short. I believe we ALL have a purpose and that we are all affected by choices, good and bad, we have made in our lifetime. We can change despite those choices but sometimes the consequences don't.
(469) 270-5446 View (469) 270-5446
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Boysselle Counseling & Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75002
As a licensed, multicultural, and bilingual professional counselor, I am particularly skilled in treating emotional and relationship problems.
With over two decades of experience in private practice as my part-time job, as a high school counselor as my full-time job, and as an ex-military dependent for over 23 years, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my clients.
As a licensed, multicultural, and bilingual professional counselor, I am particularly skilled in treating emotional and relationship problems.
With over two decades of experience in private practice as my part-time job, as a high school counselor as my full-time job, and as an ex-military dependent for over 23 years, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my clients.
(214) 919-5248 View (214) 919-5248
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Hailey K Innes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
I believe we all experience life struggles as we strive to find significance, fulfillment, and meaning. When overwhelmed individuals, seek counseling for various reasons--to improve their lives, find balance, solve a particular problem, gain understanding of themselves and others, or work on specific areas of concern such as: self-esteem, anxiety, stress management, anger, grief/loss, relationship concerns, family conflict, and/or general life transitions. I emphasize a collaborative counseling environment, built on trust, safety, and compassion. I incorporate a variety of counseling theories, techniques and modalities to reach the client's potential and goals.
I believe we all experience life struggles as we strive to find significance, fulfillment, and meaning. When overwhelmed individuals, seek counseling for various reasons--to improve their lives, find balance, solve a particular problem, gain understanding of themselves and others, or work on specific areas of concern such as: self-esteem, anxiety, stress management, anger, grief/loss, relationship concerns, family conflict, and/or general life transitions. I emphasize a collaborative counseling environment, built on trust, safety, and compassion. I incorporate a variety of counseling theories, techniques and modalities to reach the client's potential and goals.
(972) 843-7528 View (972) 843-7528
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Heather Isle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
I believe people can change, and the most powerful catalyst for change is a trusting, respectful relationship.
I’m a cognitive behavioral practitioner committed to helping teens and adults learn how to develop positive coping strategies and overcome deep seeded negative beliefs. My work focuses on targeting the painful, negative memories that get stuck in your mind and body and impact you in the present. In my counseling sessions, I offer compassion and positive regard which creates a space to explore the deeper issues, challenge negative beliefs, and help reframe unhealthy thoughts. What you can expect in therapy with me is a safe, open, judgement free space where you can gain insight, healing, acceptance and understanding.
I believe people can change, and the most powerful catalyst for change is a trusting, respectful relationship.
I’m a cognitive behavioral practitioner committed to helping teens and adults learn how to develop positive coping strategies and overcome deep seeded negative beliefs. My work focuses on targeting the painful, negative memories that get stuck in your mind and body and impact you in the present. In my counseling sessions, I offer compassion and positive regard which creates a space to explore the deeper issues, challenge negative beliefs, and help reframe unhealthy thoughts. What you can expect in therapy with me is a safe, open, judgement free space where you can gain insight, healing, acceptance and understanding.
(972) 544-4871 View (972) 544-4871
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Shannon Causey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
A relationship where you know you are truly seen, accepted, and understood is the best help I can provide.
Grappling with depression, stuck in addiction, or home when you'd rather be independent? Living with the echoes of an unhappy or abusive childhood? Noticing you feel anxious and tired on a daily basis and can't figure out why, or can't seem to connect with others the way you'd like? Maybe you're not even sure what to call what you feel, but you'd really like to change it and find a way to feel like yourself again. None of these issues are pleasant, but we can work on them together. As a counselor working with complex combinations of addictions and mental health issues, I offer genuine caring and acceptance as you learn and heal.
A relationship where you know you are truly seen, accepted, and understood is the best help I can provide.
Grappling with depression, stuck in addiction, or home when you'd rather be independent? Living with the echoes of an unhappy or abusive childhood? Noticing you feel anxious and tired on a daily basis and can't figure out why, or can't seem to connect with others the way you'd like? Maybe you're not even sure what to call what you feel, but you'd really like to change it and find a way to feel like yourself again. None of these issues are pleasant, but we can work on them together. As a counselor working with complex combinations of addictions and mental health issues, I offer genuine caring and acceptance as you learn and heal.
(214) 462-3392 View (214) 462-3392
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Loreal Labat
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013
I treat a number of mental health disorders and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples.
Hello! Do you experience anxiety, depression, loss of focus, trouble sleeping, and/or many other symptoms that you may not even know how to express? If so my experience enables me to offer effective individualized psychological care.
I treat a number of mental health disorders and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples.
Hello! Do you experience anxiety, depression, loss of focus, trouble sleeping, and/or many other symptoms that you may not even know how to express? If so my experience enables me to offer effective individualized psychological care.
(214) 833-9828 View (214) 833-9828
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Roger R Giovino
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Does life seem really hard or at times does it leave you feeling stuck, lonely, confused, disconnected, and/or discouraged? If so, you are not alone. You have come to the right place. Together we will explore the patterns that might be getting in the way of living the life that you want and deserve. I am a licensed psychologist with a passion for empowering my clients to live better and healthier lives. To me therapy is a process of meeting an individual where they are at and helping them navigate the path to where they want to be. I strive to provide a safe, collaborative, non-judgmental, and warm environment for my clients
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
Does life seem really hard or at times does it leave you feeling stuck, lonely, confused, disconnected, and/or discouraged? If so, you are not alone. You have come to the right place. Together we will explore the patterns that might be getting in the way of living the life that you want and deserve. I am a licensed psychologist with a passion for empowering my clients to live better and healthier lives. To me therapy is a process of meeting an individual where they are at and helping them navigate the path to where they want to be. I strive to provide a safe, collaborative, non-judgmental, and warm environment for my clients
(401) 561-8295 View (401) 561-8295
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Collin Care Counseling- Sally Zurikat
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ACC, EMDR, trained
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
My name is Sally (Sali) Zurikat), I specialize in working with individuals & couples.
Do you wrestle with procrastination? Loss of enthusiasm? Do you have difficulty trusting yourself even when others praise you? Do you struggle to find meaning even when you feel you have everything? Is addiction, miscommunication, trust, and betrayal affecting your marriage? My first priority is your well-being, and I'm here to listen, support, and walk with you throughout your journey of recovery and growth. Life doesn't have to be hard or lonely. I know that often times its not an easy journey, but I want you to know that there are tools to equip you better understand yourself, others, and life struggles.
My name is Sally (Sali) Zurikat), I specialize in working with individuals & couples.
Do you wrestle with procrastination? Loss of enthusiasm? Do you have difficulty trusting yourself even when others praise you? Do you struggle to find meaning even when you feel you have everything? Is addiction, miscommunication, trust, and betrayal affecting your marriage? My first priority is your well-being, and I'm here to listen, support, and walk with you throughout your journey of recovery and growth. Life doesn't have to be hard or lonely. I know that often times its not an easy journey, but I want you to know that there are tools to equip you better understand yourself, others, and life struggles.
(972) 848-9520 View (972) 848-9520
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Andrew Farrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I provide individual therapy using Cognitive Therapy. I am certified in the use of Cognitive Processing therapy for PTSD/trauma related issues. In addition to individual therapy, I can provide family and couples therapy. I have been working as a counselor for 12 years. I have worked for the state and federal government. I work to help clients clear some of the clutter and remove some baggage to help get them back on the road to mental health.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I provide individual therapy using Cognitive Therapy. I am certified in the use of Cognitive Processing therapy for PTSD/trauma related issues. In addition to individual therapy, I can provide family and couples therapy. I have been working as a counselor for 12 years. I have worked for the state and federal government. I work to help clients clear some of the clutter and remove some baggage to help get them back on the road to mental health.
(469) 564-4054 View (469) 564-4054
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Jane Ridgway
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013
Life is a journey. Sometimes there are difficulties. These difficulties make it hard to arrive at the desired life destination or achieve optimal functionality . I believe in you and help people of all ages with life problems including; relationship issues, life change adjustments, depression, substance abuse/addictions, personality disorders, trauma and grief. So who am I?
Life is a journey. Sometimes there are difficulties. These difficulties make it hard to arrive at the desired life destination or achieve optimal functionality . I believe in you and help people of all ages with life problems including; relationship issues, life change adjustments, depression, substance abuse/addictions, personality disorders, trauma and grief. So who am I?
(469) 606-4826 View (469) 606-4826
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Donna W Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013
Meeting with individuals and couples, I join with clients to identify and resolve obstacles and activate hope and change.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I offer practical steps and guidance that promote awareness and forward movement with the challenges brought to therapy. Are you going through a difficult time overwhelmed with emotion, or working hard and aiming to please but find you are worn out and satisfying no one, including yourself? You may be feeling stuck in an unhealthy relationship or behavior pattern. You may be struggling with that "inner critic" that succeeds in throwing you off your game. I strive to provide a safe environment where relief and desired change can replace pain, distress, and frustration.
Meeting with individuals and couples, I join with clients to identify and resolve obstacles and activate hope and change.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I offer practical steps and guidance that promote awareness and forward movement with the challenges brought to therapy. Are you going through a difficult time overwhelmed with emotion, or working hard and aiming to please but find you are worn out and satisfying no one, including yourself? You may be feeling stuck in an unhealthy relationship or behavior pattern. You may be struggling with that "inner critic" that succeeds in throwing you off your game. I strive to provide a safe environment where relief and desired change can replace pain, distress, and frustration.
(972) 382-6898 x2 View (972) 382-6898 x2
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Dagmara Svetcov Relationships - Intimacy - Sex
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST, CIRT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
If it's important to you to address your sex(uality) or relationship difficulties, don’t wait any longer! Click on the “website” button to learn about me and my practice.
Are you struggling in your relationship? Or in the bedroom? Do you wish to improve your communication? Or do you need help with overcoming a sexual problem and making your sex life more exciting? Would you like to learn a better way to manage conflict in your relationship and rebuild emotional connection with your partner? Is sex, or lack of it, a source of worry or tension in your life? Do you feel lonely, disconnected or having the same fight frequently? Have you tried varied solutions unsuccessfully? Do you now worry about the future of your relationship? Whether you have a sexual concern or a relationship problem, I can help.
If it's important to you to address your sex(uality) or relationship difficulties, don’t wait any longer! Click on the “website” button to learn about me and my practice.
Are you struggling in your relationship? Or in the bedroom? Do you wish to improve your communication? Or do you need help with overcoming a sexual problem and making your sex life more exciting? Would you like to learn a better way to manage conflict in your relationship and rebuild emotional connection with your partner? Is sex, or lack of it, a source of worry or tension in your life? Do you feel lonely, disconnected or having the same fight frequently? Have you tried varied solutions unsuccessfully? Do you now worry about the future of your relationship? Whether you have a sexual concern or a relationship problem, I can help.
(214) 466-1454 View (214) 466-1454
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Lily Ha
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
My primary focus in private practice is individuals and couples dealing with a variety of relationship issues.
Through my experience, I have to come to learn that counseling is most beneficial when possibilities of hope, healing, and action are developed through meaningful conversations. I see that my role as a therapist is to help patients to explore their life's narratives such that it enables them to explore new alternatives in order to develop new meaning in theirs lives.
My primary focus in private practice is individuals and couples dealing with a variety of relationship issues.
Through my experience, I have to come to learn that counseling is most beneficial when possibilities of hope, healing, and action are developed through meaningful conversations. I see that my role as a therapist is to help patients to explore their life's narratives such that it enables them to explore new alternatives in order to develop new meaning in theirs lives.
(972) 770-4853 View (972) 770-4853
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Allen Professional Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCP, CAMS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75002
I have taught college-level communication courses and I am trained in Gottman Level 1 Couples Therapy which focuses on managing conflict and deepening intimacy.
Tired of losing your temper or just feeling overwhelmed? If anxiety and frustration often get the best of you - you can learn to manage your emotions and keep a level head even under pressure. Emotional management counseling is a way to achieve results if you want to increase your emotional intelligence and improve the things in your life that matter most such as your marriage, parenting skills, career development and health. My approach provides targeted and relevant support based on your goals. Sessions are focused on positive behavior change and creating new habits, so emotions and anxiety won't control your life.
I have taught college-level communication courses and I am trained in Gottman Level 1 Couples Therapy which focuses on managing conflict and deepening intimacy.
Tired of losing your temper or just feeling overwhelmed? If anxiety and frustration often get the best of you - you can learn to manage your emotions and keep a level head even under pressure. Emotional management counseling is a way to achieve results if you want to increase your emotional intelligence and improve the things in your life that matter most such as your marriage, parenting skills, career development and health. My approach provides targeted and relevant support based on your goals. Sessions are focused on positive behavior change and creating new habits, so emotions and anxiety won't control your life.
(972) 975-9544 View (972) 975-9544
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Danielle Mikeska
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013
I enjoy working with clients struggling with a wide range of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, couples, and stress.
My name is Danielle Mikeska, M.Ed, LPC. I enjoy working with clients struggling with a wide range of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, couples issues, and stress. Life is full of ups, downs, twists, and turns. Maybe you are worried that no one can understand or relate to your situation. Whether you need help navigating the turns of life, bringing yourself up from the downs, or just celebrating the ups, I am here. We all handle life differently, and that is perfectly okay! My focus is to help you figure out what is not working and find what will.
I enjoy working with clients struggling with a wide range of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, couples, and stress.
My name is Danielle Mikeska, M.Ed, LPC. I enjoy working with clients struggling with a wide range of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, couples issues, and stress. Life is full of ups, downs, twists, and turns. Maybe you are worried that no one can understand or relate to your situation. Whether you need help navigating the turns of life, bringing yourself up from the downs, or just celebrating the ups, I am here. We all handle life differently, and that is perfectly okay! My focus is to help you figure out what is not working and find what will.
(469) 472-5031 View (469) 472-5031
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Heather Williams Dutcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
If you are wrestling with relationship issues with others - marriage, parenting/co-parenting, divorce, infidelity, secrecy, blended family issues, emotional abuse or childhood trauma, or if you are wrestling with relational issues within yourself - shame, identity, self-harm, anxiety, and depression, call me.
Relationships provide a window to the heart of an individual like no other. Our closest relationships tend to reveal our most wounded places. Those hurts, if left unresolved, are carried forward and recast into our exiting patterns of relating. All our experiences, but most particularly our pain, become the filter through which we sift and construct our view of self, our approach to life, our capacity love and be loved, and our ability to trust.
If you are wrestling with relationship issues with others - marriage, parenting/co-parenting, divorce, infidelity, secrecy, blended family issues, emotional abuse or childhood trauma, or if you are wrestling with relational issues within yourself - shame, identity, self-harm, anxiety, and depression, call me.
Relationships provide a window to the heart of an individual like no other. Our closest relationships tend to reveal our most wounded places. Those hurts, if left unresolved, are carried forward and recast into our exiting patterns of relating. All our experiences, but most particularly our pain, become the filter through which we sift and construct our view of self, our approach to life, our capacity love and be loved, and our ability to trust.
(469) 378-9227 View (469) 378-9227
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David J Bryan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75002  (Online Only)
I've experienced how addiction can damage a relationship.
While some marital issues can come as a surprise, such as with the discovery of infidelity or sexual addiction, relationships often don’t fail overnight. Instead it’s a slow fade. Divorce rates tell the story of marriages in slow decline with too little help coming too late. Do you and your partner struggle to communicate effectively? Perhaps your conflicts have become destructive. Maybe you both live more as roommates than partners or even lovers. Are resentments growing as battlelines are drawn? Has one of you threatened divorce in the heat of an argument? Or have you been devastated by infidelity or sexual addiction?
I've experienced how addiction can damage a relationship.
While some marital issues can come as a surprise, such as with the discovery of infidelity or sexual addiction, relationships often don’t fail overnight. Instead it’s a slow fade. Divorce rates tell the story of marriages in slow decline with too little help coming too late. Do you and your partner struggle to communicate effectively? Perhaps your conflicts have become destructive. Maybe you both live more as roommates than partners or even lovers. Are resentments growing as battlelines are drawn? Has one of you threatened divorce in the heat of an argument? Or have you been devastated by infidelity or sexual addiction?
(972) 882-9331 View (972) 882-9331
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.