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Carolina Health & Recovery
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCS, LACS, CSAT
Verified Verified
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Specialties include Sex Addiction and Partner Betrayal Trauma.
At Carolina Health & Recovery we provide a wealth of services but really focus to specialize in a few. Our society lives in a “doc in the box” and a “program” treatment world. But, from my experience, people rarely show up seeking mental health or addiction treatment because of something that started ailing them last week. Most people have suffered months, years, and sometimes a lifetime before seeking help. Often times people have sought help multiple times in the past, but with no lasting relief. Some never knew there was a different way of life. Others “never had a problem” until he/she came into their life. See how we can help!
Specialties include Sex Addiction and Partner Betrayal Trauma.
At Carolina Health & Recovery we provide a wealth of services but really focus to specialize in a few. Our society lives in a “doc in the box” and a “program” treatment world. But, from my experience, people rarely show up seeking mental health or addiction treatment because of something that started ailing them last week. Most people have suffered months, years, and sometimes a lifetime before seeking help. Often times people have sought help multiple times in the past, but with no lasting relief. Some never knew there was a different way of life. Others “never had a problem” until he/she came into their life. See how we can help!
(843) 279-8594 View (843) 279-8594
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Dr. Angel Corbin
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
I have experience working with teenagers and adults in individual, couples, and family counseling.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Addiction Counselor. I received my Doctoral Degree in Behavioral Health from Arizona State University and my Master’s Degree in Counseling from Webster University.
I have experience working with teenagers and adults in individual, couples, and family counseling.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Addiction Counselor. I received my Doctoral Degree in Behavioral Health from Arizona State University and my Master’s Degree in Counseling from Webster University.
(843) 396-3280 View (843) 396-3280
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Your Therapy Works
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
I have clinical expertise in treating life’s everyday problems and life/family transitions; relationship issues, conflicts, parenting issues, children with behavioral issues, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma.
Do you believe in the power of the mind-body connection and your own innate ability to overcome your health and emotional challenges? I am a Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Hypnotherapist. My approach to counseling is holistic; I believe in healing the whole person by tapping into the mind and body connection. I use an integrative approach to therapy, combining cognitive, behavioral, mindfulness strategies, and hypnotherapy. It is my intention to act as a guide on your journey of personal healing, to empower you on your mission of self-love, self-resilience, and self-discovery.
I have clinical expertise in treating life’s everyday problems and life/family transitions; relationship issues, conflicts, parenting issues, children with behavioral issues, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma.
Do you believe in the power of the mind-body connection and your own innate ability to overcome your health and emotional challenges? I am a Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Hypnotherapist. My approach to counseling is holistic; I believe in healing the whole person by tapping into the mind and body connection. I use an integrative approach to therapy, combining cognitive, behavioral, mindfulness strategies, and hypnotherapy. It is my intention to act as a guide on your journey of personal healing, to empower you on your mission of self-love, self-resilience, and self-discovery.
(843) 380-5426 View (843) 380-5426
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Kellie McDougall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, CAC-AD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
The therapeutic relationship can help us feel more connected to self and others.
As a Licensed Social Worker, my mission is to help you find a healthy direction in life. There is power and potential in all of us for healing and growth. I assist my clients in understanding the interplay of the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that contribute to the distress in their lives. Clients begin to find hope when recognizable patterns emerge. Hope grows when these patterns are understood and accepted in the context of their past experiences. Change occurs with ongoing feedback, practice and encouragement. Challenging times can offer opportunity for self discovery and enhancement.
The therapeutic relationship can help us feel more connected to self and others.
As a Licensed Social Worker, my mission is to help you find a healthy direction in life. There is power and potential in all of us for healing and growth. I assist my clients in understanding the interplay of the thoughts, feelings and behaviors that contribute to the distress in their lives. Clients begin to find hope when recognizable patterns emerge. Hope grows when these patterns are understood and accepted in the context of their past experiences. Change occurs with ongoing feedback, practice and encouragement. Challenging times can offer opportunity for self discovery and enhancement.
(843) 353-6214 View (843) 353-6214
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Gina D Eddy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MEd
Verified Verified
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
I became interested in helping individuals and couples attain their dreams at a very early age. In my therapy, I accept and appreciate your uniqueness and am personally encouraged by the discoveries you make during your time in therapy. I provide compassion, empathy, and a down-to-earth approach to ease any discomfort you may have about therapy. Through our work together, I become sensitive to your needs and your readiness for change and will encourage you to discover your full potential.
I became interested in helping individuals and couples attain their dreams at a very early age. In my therapy, I accept and appreciate your uniqueness and am personally encouraged by the discoveries you make during your time in therapy. I provide compassion, empathy, and a down-to-earth approach to ease any discomfort you may have about therapy. Through our work together, I become sensitive to your needs and your readiness for change and will encourage you to discover your full potential.
(843) 920-5078 View (843) 920-5078
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Jennifer Lundgren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Therapy can help people experience life to the fullest by attaining a more meaningful relationship with self and others. Finding balance and a deeper connection with oneself allows us to better navigate life's ups and downs. I’m passionate about restoring hope to people who have lost, or have never believed, their ability to be worthy, lovable, and good enough. Whether you desire to be heard about current life stressors or you have unresolved trauma, need support with addiction, anxiety, depression or relationship issues, we will move in the direction that will lead you to your goals and a sense of overall well-being.
Therapy can help people experience life to the fullest by attaining a more meaningful relationship with self and others. Finding balance and a deeper connection with oneself allows us to better navigate life's ups and downs. I’m passionate about restoring hope to people who have lost, or have never believed, their ability to be worthy, lovable, and good enough. Whether you desire to be heard about current life stressors or you have unresolved trauma, need support with addiction, anxiety, depression or relationship issues, we will move in the direction that will lead you to your goals and a sense of overall well-being.
(561) 286-8022 View (561) 286-8022
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Sandy M Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Beyond the fear is freedom, through the pain is peace and out of the darkness is light. In these challenging times; it's more important than ever to know that you're not alone. Reaching out for support is a courageous first step toward a new you, a new way and a new beginning. I work with adults, couples, teens and families seeking therapeutic support with Anxiety/Depression, Trauma/PTSD (Acute/Complex), Grief/Loss, Life Transitions, Self-Esteem, Co-Dependency and Relational issues.
Beyond the fear is freedom, through the pain is peace and out of the darkness is light. In these challenging times; it's more important than ever to know that you're not alone. Reaching out for support is a courageous first step toward a new you, a new way and a new beginning. I work with adults, couples, teens and families seeking therapeutic support with Anxiety/Depression, Trauma/PTSD (Acute/Complex), Grief/Loss, Life Transitions, Self-Esteem, Co-Dependency and Relational issues.
(843) 508-6766 View (843) 508-6766
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Thais Deane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579  (Online Only)
Hello my name is Thais Deane and I've been in practice for over 12 years. I offer individual and couples therapy. We will work together towards identifying and resolving your life stressors. I have experience with depression, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. Let me help you discover a path towards improving your life.
Hello my name is Thais Deane and I've been in practice for over 12 years. I offer individual and couples therapy. We will work together towards identifying and resolving your life stressors. I have experience with depression, anxiety, relationships, and life transitions. Let me help you discover a path towards improving your life.
(843) 242-0036 View (843) 242-0036
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Andrew Michaels
Counselor, LMHC-NY, LPC -SC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
I have over 30 years experience in the mental health field. I have extensive knowledge and experience working with people suffering from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, schizophrenia, OCD, trauma, PTSD, domestic violence, complicated grief and relationship issues. For 17 years I have worked in a day treatment program where I provided individual, group and family counseling targeting clients suffering with range of issues from ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorders, physical/sexual abuse and substance abuse. Only Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Self-Pay with South Carolina residents.
I have over 30 years experience in the mental health field. I have extensive knowledge and experience working with people suffering from anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychosis, schizophrenia, OCD, trauma, PTSD, domestic violence, complicated grief and relationship issues. For 17 years I have worked in a day treatment program where I provided individual, group and family counseling targeting clients suffering with range of issues from ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorders, physical/sexual abuse and substance abuse. Only Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Self-Pay with South Carolina residents.
(843) 886-1737 View (843) 886-1737
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Theresa E. Sloan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LAC, CCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
Sloan has twenty five years of counseling experience in the private practice setting working with individuals, couples, and families.
Mrs. Theresa Sloan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) in South Carolina. She received her Master of Education degree in Counseling from the University of South Carolina and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Hartwick College in Oneonta, NY. Mrs. Sloan has also earned Board Certification as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC) with the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). She is a member of the American Mental Health Counselors Association and the SC Association of Licensed Professional Counselors.
Sloan has twenty five years of counseling experience in the private practice setting working with individuals, couples, and families.
Mrs. Theresa Sloan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) in South Carolina. She received her Master of Education degree in Counseling from the University of South Carolina and her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Hartwick College in Oneonta, NY. Mrs. Sloan has also earned Board Certification as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC) with the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). She is a member of the American Mental Health Counselors Association and the SC Association of Licensed Professional Counselors.
(843) 350-9784 View (843) 350-9784
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Edward H Connor
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
My work focuses primarily on individual therapy, couples and family therapy, and therapy with teenagers. As each person is unique, my approach varies with each person or couple, depending on the reason or reasons for seeking counseling. The conditions I typically treat include depression, anxiety, relationship problems, substance abuse, trauma, grief and other life problems.
My work focuses primarily on individual therapy, couples and family therapy, and therapy with teenagers. As each person is unique, my approach varies with each person or couple, depending on the reason or reasons for seeking counseling. The conditions I typically treat include depression, anxiety, relationship problems, substance abuse, trauma, grief and other life problems.
(843) 268-0580 View (843) 268-0580
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Carolyn M. Ball
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
I also work with veterans and victims of sexual abuse, as well as couples and parents.
Welcome to Self-Actualization Therapy. There is a wise, happy, and successful person living inside of each of us, and my work is to help you access that. I offer skilled and insightful tools and processes for helping you discover your true magnificence and abilities, to cut through the challenges that life tends to bring, and to increase your confidence and happiness. I have spent a lifetime seeking out the most effective ways to help you create the life you want, so if you are serious about creating change, I can help you with that goal. My focus is to empower you and bring out your best!
I also work with veterans and victims of sexual abuse, as well as couples and parents.
Welcome to Self-Actualization Therapy. There is a wise, happy, and successful person living inside of each of us, and my work is to help you access that. I offer skilled and insightful tools and processes for helping you discover your true magnificence and abilities, to cut through the challenges that life tends to bring, and to increase your confidence and happiness. I have spent a lifetime seeking out the most effective ways to help you create the life you want, so if you are serious about creating change, I can help you with that goal. My focus is to empower you and bring out your best!
(843) 701-1398 View (843) 701-1398
Photo of Quanita May, Marriage & Family Therapist in Myrtle Beach, SC
Quanita May
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588  (Online Only)
Now accepting new clients! We live with emotions and relationships. Understanding our individual role in relationships is key to connecting with others. I will assist you through: relationship issues, communication, entering, thriving, surviving, or ending a relationship at any age, expressing sexual needs/desires, and managing your past relationship traumas as you move forward. Tic Toc...your energy and time matter. I am here if you long for a listening ear, a place you can speak truthfully, or a space to be YOU. Individual, couples, and teen/families are welcome.
Now accepting new clients! We live with emotions and relationships. Understanding our individual role in relationships is key to connecting with others. I will assist you through: relationship issues, communication, entering, thriving, surviving, or ending a relationship at any age, expressing sexual needs/desires, and managing your past relationship traumas as you move forward. Tic Toc...your energy and time matter. I am here if you long for a listening ear, a place you can speak truthfully, or a space to be YOU. Individual, couples, and teen/families are welcome.
(803) 805-7783 View (803) 805-7783
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Rediscover Wellness, LLC
Counselor, LPC, BC-TMH, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572  (Online Only)
My goal is to partner with you to provide a compassionate, supportive and confidential environment in which you can explore, grow, learn, and find the best solution for you.
**ACCEPTING ON-LINE CLIENTS ONLY** Life can sometimes be emotionally painful, with unresolved "baggage" interrupting your life at the most inopportune times. Even still, the idea of counseling or therapy can seem stigmatizing and confusing. You might even feel like you "should" be able to handle it without professional help. Whether it's anxiety, distress, trauma, or feeling down, we will work together!
My goal is to partner with you to provide a compassionate, supportive and confidential environment in which you can explore, grow, learn, and find the best solution for you.
**ACCEPTING ON-LINE CLIENTS ONLY** Life can sometimes be emotionally painful, with unresolved "baggage" interrupting your life at the most inopportune times. Even still, the idea of counseling or therapy can seem stigmatizing and confusing. You might even feel like you "should" be able to handle it without professional help. Whether it's anxiety, distress, trauma, or feeling down, we will work together!
(843) 279-4881 View (843) 279-4881
Photo of Helen Bayne, Marriage & Family Therapist in Myrtle Beach, SC
Helen Bayne
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
I am a client-centered therapist who likes to work collaboratively with each person. I see it as a privilege to be allowed to help you, and I treat each client with dignity and respect. I work with most issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, ADHD, parenting, and adolescent problems. I have worked with almost everything and have a lot of experience working with most things. I enjoy "thinking outside of the box" and design a treatment for each specific case instead of taking a "cookie cutter" approach. I may be called or texted at 843-902-4773. I can also be emailed at hmb627@aol.com.
I am a client-centered therapist who likes to work collaboratively with each person. I see it as a privilege to be allowed to help you, and I treat each client with dignity and respect. I work with most issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, ADHD, parenting, and adolescent problems. I have worked with almost everything and have a lot of experience working with most things. I enjoy "thinking outside of the box" and design a treatment for each specific case instead of taking a "cookie cutter" approach. I may be called or texted at 843-902-4773. I can also be emailed at hmb627@aol.com.
(843) 902-4773 View (843) 902-4773
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Kathleen Mary Gomes
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, LMFT, LCAS, LCMHCS, CCS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572  (Online Only)
Accepting Clients (telehealth only). Life circumstances and self-injurious habits interfere with balance and happiness. Trauma and loss create changes you do not choose. Counseling can help you bear the weight of life. I believe in the inherent ability of a person to heal and make the changes that will help establish a full and meaningful life. As part of the therapeutic relationship, I will provide a supportive space to explore the conflicts that keep you locked into unfulfilling patterns and relationships today, and develop trauma healing, and life style changes to create a bright tomorrow.
Accepting Clients (telehealth only). Life circumstances and self-injurious habits interfere with balance and happiness. Trauma and loss create changes you do not choose. Counseling can help you bear the weight of life. I believe in the inherent ability of a person to heal and make the changes that will help establish a full and meaningful life. As part of the therapeutic relationship, I will provide a supportive space to explore the conflicts that keep you locked into unfulfilling patterns and relationships today, and develop trauma healing, and life style changes to create a bright tomorrow.
(910) 406-6367 View (910) 406-6367
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Jennifer Cangeme
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, ADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
I have extensive experience with issues related to anxiety, trauma, addiction, mental health, couples counseling and family dynamics.
Life is full of ups and downs, little and big crises, and at times can be confusing and overwhelming. However, within these struggles there is hope, light and room for growth. My own life journey has led me to the counseling field and helped me find my passion. I am a strong advocate of personal development and strongly believe in the importance of prioritizing mental wellness to live out our life in the most fulfilling manner. Empathy, competency and connection to others helps me build a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients to help them grow.
I have extensive experience with issues related to anxiety, trauma, addiction, mental health, couples counseling and family dynamics.
Life is full of ups and downs, little and big crises, and at times can be confusing and overwhelming. However, within these struggles there is hope, light and room for growth. My own life journey has led me to the counseling field and helped me find my passion. I am a strong advocate of personal development and strongly believe in the importance of prioritizing mental wellness to live out our life in the most fulfilling manner. Empathy, competency and connection to others helps me build a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients to help them grow.
(843) 594-1948 View (843) 594-1948
Photo of Jennie M Cassidy, Psychologist in Myrtle Beach, SC
Jennie M Cassidy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
Waitlist for new clients
I provide compassionate psychological services to adults, specializing in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, and relationships. Sometimes life is really hard and we get stuck in the way we think, feel, and act; or we struggle to cope with what life has thrown at us. My approach is to help you feel heard and partner with you to develop new ways to see yourself and the world. Together we work to understand you and your life, and then identify ways to help you become a happier and healthier you. If you don’t quite understand what is going wrong, I utilize psychological testing to help you figure it out.
I provide compassionate psychological services to adults, specializing in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, and relationships. Sometimes life is really hard and we get stuck in the way we think, feel, and act; or we struggle to cope with what life has thrown at us. My approach is to help you feel heard and partner with you to develop new ways to see yourself and the world. Together we work to understand you and your life, and then identify ways to help you become a happier and healthier you. If you don’t quite understand what is going wrong, I utilize psychological testing to help you figure it out.
(843) 268-4533 View (843) 268-4533
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Dr. Mandy F Mitchell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LISW-CP, CGT
Verified Verified
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
I am a certified Gottman therapist specializing in the evidence-based Gottman method for couples counseling.
Are you tired of fighting? Do you feel more like roommates than life partners? Do you feel as if you go round and round about the same issues with no resolve? I can help. As a Certified Gottman Therapist and Clinician for more than 10 years, I can teach you the skills needed to stop those conflicts in their tracks. Imagine your spouse as your best friend and confidante, deeply connected. Let's get started.
I am a certified Gottman therapist specializing in the evidence-based Gottman method for couples counseling.
Are you tired of fighting? Do you feel more like roommates than life partners? Do you feel as if you go round and round about the same issues with no resolve? I can help. As a Certified Gottman Therapist and Clinician for more than 10 years, I can teach you the skills needed to stop those conflicts in their tracks. Imagine your spouse as your best friend and confidante, deeply connected. Let's get started.
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Jonathan Bennett Jr. Renewing Minds Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCS, NCC, CAMS-I
Verified Verified
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Thank you for inquiring about my services and treatment specialties. I have and continue to successfully assist many individuals, youth and elderly, couples, and families who are courageous enough to seek professional therapeutic counseling services. In my experience, I have learned that life will inevitably bring changes. Some of which are hard to cope with and endure. These times for many produce stress, anger, anxiety depression, and other mood disorders. I utilize evidence-based practices such as ad CBT and REBT to assist my clients in navigating through and overcoming these times.
Thank you for inquiring about my services and treatment specialties. I have and continue to successfully assist many individuals, youth and elderly, couples, and families who are courageous enough to seek professional therapeutic counseling services. In my experience, I have learned that life will inevitably bring changes. Some of which are hard to cope with and endure. These times for many produce stress, anger, anxiety depression, and other mood disorders. I utilize evidence-based practices such as ad CBT and REBT to assist my clients in navigating through and overcoming these times.
(843) 279-8238 View (843) 279-8238

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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.