Photo of Margie Negri Christian Family Counseling, Pastoral Counselor in Hunterdon County, NJ
Margie Negri Christian Family Counseling
Pastoral Counselor, MA, LCPastC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clinton, NJ 08809
I am a Christian Counselor with training in individual, marriage and family counseling. I am also a Licensed Temperament Therapist. My main goal is to move clients toward greater emotional and spiritual health by understanding the power and depth of God's love for them and His desire to assist them. I rely on the Holy Spirit to help my clients find forgiveness for the past, strength and comfort for the present, and hope for the future by trusting the Lord to meet needs and heal emotional wounds.
I am a Christian Counselor with training in individual, marriage and family counseling. I am also a Licensed Temperament Therapist. My main goal is to move clients toward greater emotional and spiritual health by understanding the power and depth of God's love for them and His desire to assist them. I rely on the Holy Spirit to help my clients find forgiveness for the past, strength and comfort for the present, and hope for the future by trusting the Lord to meet needs and heal emotional wounds.
(908) 280-0194 View (908) 280-0194
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Annie Russo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Annandale, NJ 08801  (Online Only)
The subsets of these specialties include: treating family of addicts, grief, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and marital issues.
You deserve to thrive. You deserve relief. You deserve to be truly understood. My goal is to help provide you a space to speak freely and help you let go of your daily stress each time we meet. By searching these lists, you are choosing to take a look at the patterns in your life that need some adjusting. I am good fit for you, if you welcome compassion, honesty, and ease into this process of growth.
The subsets of these specialties include: treating family of addicts, grief, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and marital issues.
You deserve to thrive. You deserve relief. You deserve to be truly understood. My goal is to help provide you a space to speak freely and help you let go of your daily stress each time we meet. By searching these lists, you are choosing to take a look at the patterns in your life that need some adjusting. I am good fit for you, if you welcome compassion, honesty, and ease into this process of growth.
(908) 867-9043 View (908) 867-9043
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Stacey A. Ehrhard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822
I have extensive expertise and success working with teens and adults in individual, couple/marital, and family therapy,.
Life can be highly complex, with obstacles overwhelming the healthiest of minds. The decision to seek counseling is often not an easy one. Successful therapy is more than the absence of symptoms or issues, it is a life enriched with increased self-awareness/compassion/empowerment. I will help you recognize and build upon your strengths, challenging restrictive/limiting beliefs/behaviors, and grow toward wholeness, confidence, and joy. Healing happens in relationships when there's true and honest connections with others, but more importantly within oneself. Finding and using your "inner voice" is often the key needed to begin meaningful change.
I have extensive expertise and success working with teens and adults in individual, couple/marital, and family therapy,.
Life can be highly complex, with obstacles overwhelming the healthiest of minds. The decision to seek counseling is often not an easy one. Successful therapy is more than the absence of symptoms or issues, it is a life enriched with increased self-awareness/compassion/empowerment. I will help you recognize and build upon your strengths, challenging restrictive/limiting beliefs/behaviors, and grow toward wholeness, confidence, and joy. Healing happens in relationships when there's true and honest connections with others, but more importantly within oneself. Finding and using your "inner voice" is often the key needed to begin meaningful change.
(908) 349-1247 View (908) 349-1247
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Nicole Locorriere
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Flemington, NJ 08822
When you're at a crossroads, what drives the choices you make? I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist helping my clients take charge of their life's direction. In college, I received life changing advice from a creative writing professor. She wrote "this character has no agency" on a paper where the protagonist was a not-so-subtle self-insert. And she was absolutely right; my choices were driven by side characters. This realization sparked something in me that I hope everyone gets to experience: serious main character energy. My skills and training, and that of my associates, are now at your disposal for exactly that purpose.
When you're at a crossroads, what drives the choices you make? I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist helping my clients take charge of their life's direction. In college, I received life changing advice from a creative writing professor. She wrote "this character has no agency" on a paper where the protagonist was a not-so-subtle self-insert. And she was absolutely right; my choices were driven by side characters. This realization sparked something in me that I hope everyone gets to experience: serious main character energy. My skills and training, and that of my associates, are now at your disposal for exactly that purpose.
(908) 332-5096 View (908) 332-5096
Photo of Lisa A Curcio, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hunterdon County, NJ
Lisa A Curcio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Annandale, NJ 08801  (Online Only)
Are you seeking to improve your quality of life & overall well-being? My approach to therapy is to help you gain a better sense of self, develop emotional stability & achieve personal growth. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 year's experience in the mental health field. I graduated from Columbia University with a MSW & have a BS in Applied Sociology/Social Work from Seattle University. I possess extensive experience working with individuals & couples living with PTSD, Trauma related issues, Grief, Adjustment Issues/Disorders, Depression, Substance Use, Anxiety, Work-Related Issues, & Marital/Relational issues.
Are you seeking to improve your quality of life & overall well-being? My approach to therapy is to help you gain a better sense of self, develop emotional stability & achieve personal growth. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 year's experience in the mental health field. I graduated from Columbia University with a MSW & have a BS in Applied Sociology/Social Work from Seattle University. I possess extensive experience working with individuals & couples living with PTSD, Trauma related issues, Grief, Adjustment Issues/Disorders, Depression, Substance Use, Anxiety, Work-Related Issues, & Marital/Relational issues.
(908) 970-8798 View (908) 970-8798
Cynthia V Kates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Is your mood in the dustbin: depression and anxiety becoming too incapacitating? Has your relationship/marriage taken a turn for the worse? Are you at wit's end with personal/professional roadblocks? Are sadness and grief too much to bear? Are you worried about older family-member-concerns? I can help! My 25 + years of practice and expertise - using many approaches such as cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, relationship-focused, health and wellness, communication skills, give you the opportunity to develop better skills for successful and meaningful change.
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Is your mood in the dustbin: depression and anxiety becoming too incapacitating? Has your relationship/marriage taken a turn for the worse? Are you at wit's end with personal/professional roadblocks? Are sadness and grief too much to bear? Are you worried about older family-member-concerns? I can help! My 25 + years of practice and expertise - using many approaches such as cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, relationship-focused, health and wellness, communication skills, give you the opportunity to develop better skills for successful and meaningful change.
(609) 385-0533 View (609) 385-0533
Photo of Nadyne Busichio, Licensed Professional Counselor in Hunterdon County, NJ
Nadyne Busichio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Flemington, NJ 08822
I have 15+ years of marriage counseling experience.
Have you just found out that your partner has been cheating? Maybe you’re unsure if the relationship is worth fighting for. Are you thinking of leaving after discovering your partner’s infidelity? When an affair is discovered, couples are overcome by feelings of betrayal. If you are having difficulty trusting your partner and are not sure if the relationship can heal after the affair, now is the time to connect with someone who can help. Working together, we will develop a plan to help you heal and rebuild trust. Continue reading to learn how booking a couples therapy session today is the best decision for your marriage.
I have 15+ years of marriage counseling experience.
Have you just found out that your partner has been cheating? Maybe you’re unsure if the relationship is worth fighting for. Are you thinking of leaving after discovering your partner’s infidelity? When an affair is discovered, couples are overcome by feelings of betrayal. If you are having difficulty trusting your partner and are not sure if the relationship can heal after the affair, now is the time to connect with someone who can help. Working together, we will develop a plan to help you heal and rebuild trust. Continue reading to learn how booking a couples therapy session today is the best decision for your marriage.
(908) 916-3758 View (908) 916-3758
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Jessica Fricke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ADHD, CCSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lebanon, NJ 08833  (Online Only)
I work with anxiety, family and marital conflict, life transitions, stress, depression etc.
Have you ever felt like the world was ending or has your mind raced with a million thoughts and worries? Have you ever experienced high conflict in a relationship thinking things will never change? Did you ever struggle to accomplish what you think are basic tasks or lack the motivation to get out of bed in the morning and brush your teeth? Sometimes life can just feel overwhelming. These struggles are more common than you think and you are not alone.
I work with anxiety, family and marital conflict, life transitions, stress, depression etc.
Have you ever felt like the world was ending or has your mind raced with a million thoughts and worries? Have you ever experienced high conflict in a relationship thinking things will never change? Did you ever struggle to accomplish what you think are basic tasks or lack the motivation to get out of bed in the morning and brush your teeth? Sometimes life can just feel overwhelming. These struggles are more common than you think and you are not alone.
(862) 244-1589 View (862) 244-1589
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Dr. Nicole Waldron
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822  (Online Only)
Gonzalez is fluent in Spanish and holds a Post-Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
New Horizons was founded by Nicole Waldron, Psy.D. and Ronald Gonzalez, MA, Ed.S., LPC. We offer both individual and group therapy for adults. Dr. Waldron specializes in treating Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Stress, Relationship issues, Forensic issues, and those in Crisis. Mr. Gonzalez specializes in Family Therapy and in treating Anger Issues, Substance Abuse Issues, Forensic Issues, and those in Crisis. We are also a welcoming and affirming practice for LGBTQ clients. We believe respect, compassion, and trust are cornerstones of every therapeutic relationship, and we will work to tailor treatment to our client's unique needs.
Gonzalez is fluent in Spanish and holds a Post-Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
New Horizons was founded by Nicole Waldron, Psy.D. and Ronald Gonzalez, MA, Ed.S., LPC. We offer both individual and group therapy for adults. Dr. Waldron specializes in treating Depression, Anxiety, Grief, Stress, Relationship issues, Forensic issues, and those in Crisis. Mr. Gonzalez specializes in Family Therapy and in treating Anger Issues, Substance Abuse Issues, Forensic Issues, and those in Crisis. We are also a welcoming and affirming practice for LGBTQ clients. We believe respect, compassion, and trust are cornerstones of every therapeutic relationship, and we will work to tailor treatment to our client's unique needs.
(908) 428-8656 View (908) 428-8656
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Marriage, Family & Individual Counseling Center
Pastoral Counselor, MA, LCPC, CTC, CMPC, ACMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flemington, NJ 08822
The journey of life can be difficult. You don’t have to travel through the difficulties alone. I have developed a nonjudgmental safe place with programs that promote healing and hope. For more than 25 years these programs have helped with Marriage, Communication, Addiction, and Abuse, We will work together to identify needs and work towards having those needs met. I welcome the opportunity to help you find solutions. If you are not interested in Faith based Counseling please let me know, and I will help you reach your goals.
The journey of life can be difficult. You don’t have to travel through the difficulties alone. I have developed a nonjudgmental safe place with programs that promote healing and hope. For more than 25 years these programs have helped with Marriage, Communication, Addiction, and Abuse, We will work together to identify needs and work towards having those needs met. I welcome the opportunity to help you find solutions. If you are not interested in Faith based Counseling please let me know, and I will help you reach your goals.
(908) 621-0524 View (908) 621-0524
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Yauhing Sally Lam
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822  (Online Only)
Areas of experience include the treatment of anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, pain management, substance use disorders, and marital and career issues.
“Learning from hindsight, gaining insight, and developing foresight” This is the motto I focus on helping my clients to achieve. I’m a compassionate person who genuinely enjoys helping and working with people. I look forward to helping individuals and families who are seeking help coping with a range of psychological, emotional, or behavioral challenges.
Areas of experience include the treatment of anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, pain management, substance use disorders, and marital and career issues.
“Learning from hindsight, gaining insight, and developing foresight” This is the motto I focus on helping my clients to achieve. I’m a compassionate person who genuinely enjoys helping and working with people. I look forward to helping individuals and families who are seeking help coping with a range of psychological, emotional, or behavioral challenges.
(732) 243-8939 View (732) 243-8939
Photo of Sharon D Anuario, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hunterdon County, NJ
Sharon D Anuario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LCSW, License, LCADC
Verified Verified
Readington, NJ 08870
I provide individual, couples, marriage and family counseling.
I am an experienced licensced clinical therapist providing counseling services to adults, adolescents & children. I will help give you the skills to improve your life and facilitate positive and effective changes. We will work together to understand and work through the issues. My work experience consists of providing individual, family & group therapy at Somerset Medical Center Outpatient Program (dual diagnosis) helping adults manage their illness. Also, was employed at Princeton Behavioral Health working with Trauma Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT & Process). I am currently seeing clients both in person and virtual.
I provide individual, couples, marriage and family counseling.
I am an experienced licensced clinical therapist providing counseling services to adults, adolescents & children. I will help give you the skills to improve your life and facilitate positive and effective changes. We will work together to understand and work through the issues. My work experience consists of providing individual, family & group therapy at Somerset Medical Center Outpatient Program (dual diagnosis) helping adults manage their illness. Also, was employed at Princeton Behavioral Health working with Trauma Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT & Process). I am currently seeing clients both in person and virtual.
(908) 264-2899 View (908) 264-2899
Photo of Lise Deguire, Psychologist in Hunterdon County, NJ
Lise Deguire
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lambertville, NJ 08530
Some particular areas of interest in my practice are: medical illness, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, marriage therapy, parenting, relationship concerns, self-image concerns, gay and lesbian issues.
I am a Clinical Psychologist, and have been working with clients for over 30 years. In addition to years of experience, I bring a balance of careful listening, warmth, respectful feedback and skill building to my work with clients. I work with individuals and couples, and would be glad to speak with you about your concerns.
Some particular areas of interest in my practice are: medical illness, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, marriage therapy, parenting, relationship concerns, self-image concerns, gay and lesbian issues.
I am a Clinical Psychologist, and have been working with clients for over 30 years. In addition to years of experience, I bring a balance of careful listening, warmth, respectful feedback and skill building to my work with clients. I work with individuals and couples, and would be glad to speak with you about your concerns.
(609) 778-4704 View (609) 778-4704
Photo of Gwen Susan Bloom, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hunterdon County, NJ
Gwen Susan Bloom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clinton, NJ 08809
Depression Anxiety Mood Disorders Eating Disorders Addictive Behaviors Personality Disorders PTSD / Trauma Women's Issues Issues of Adolescence Adjustment Disorders Life Transitions Couples Counseling Family Therapy ADHD Psycho-Education SERVICES OFFERED Dialectical Behavior Therapy Individual Therapy Couple / Marital Counseling Family Therapy Group Therapy Crisis Intervention.
I have been a Clinical Social Worker since 1985. During the last 30 years, I have had the opportunity to work in many clinical settings, in both the public and private sector specializing in adolescence, adults, couples and families. Additionally, I have worked in inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, in-home, nursing home and school settings. I have been trained in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and implemented a DBT track at a therapeutic High School for Ed teens,. At this juncture, my focus is private practice and to continue specializing in DBT and traditional psychotherapy with teens, adults, couples and families.
Depression Anxiety Mood Disorders Eating Disorders Addictive Behaviors Personality Disorders PTSD / Trauma Women's Issues Issues of Adolescence Adjustment Disorders Life Transitions Couples Counseling Family Therapy ADHD Psycho-Education SERVICES OFFERED Dialectical Behavior Therapy Individual Therapy Couple / Marital Counseling Family Therapy Group Therapy Crisis Intervention.
I have been a Clinical Social Worker since 1985. During the last 30 years, I have had the opportunity to work in many clinical settings, in both the public and private sector specializing in adolescence, adults, couples and families. Additionally, I have worked in inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, in-home, nursing home and school settings. I have been trained in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and implemented a DBT track at a therapeutic High School for Ed teens,. At this juncture, my focus is private practice and to continue specializing in DBT and traditional psychotherapy with teens, adults, couples and families.
(732) 588-8206 View (732) 588-8206
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Gemini Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Our therapists are licensed by the NJ Board of Marriage and Family Counseling.
Are your relationships or other life situations less satisfying than you would like them to be? At Gemini Counseling Center our experience has taught us that satisfying relationships are the foundation of a happy life. We work with individuals to help them find specific solutions to the issues that have been troubling them. We help couples and families learn to use respectful communication to build closeness and create greater intimacy. We believe that prople have a profound capacity for making lasting changes and for experiencing the relief of emotional healing.
Our therapists are licensed by the NJ Board of Marriage and Family Counseling.
Are your relationships or other life situations less satisfying than you would like them to be? At Gemini Counseling Center our experience has taught us that satisfying relationships are the foundation of a happy life. We work with individuals to help them find specific solutions to the issues that have been troubling them. We help couples and families learn to use respectful communication to build closeness and create greater intimacy. We believe that prople have a profound capacity for making lasting changes and for experiencing the relief of emotional healing.
(908) 505-5453 View (908) 505-5453
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Selma A Sisco
Marriage & Family Therapist, Ed S, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lambertville, NJ 08530
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I look at problems in the context of relationships. I see you as an individual and as part of a multigenerational family. You may want to heal from a difficult issue you personally face or work through issues that come between you and those who are important to you. My goal is to help you discover how to have deeper meaning in your life by helping you break free from emotional suffering and relationship entanglements that impede you from being your best self.
As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I look at problems in the context of relationships. I see you as an individual and as part of a multigenerational family. You may want to heal from a difficult issue you personally face or work through issues that come between you and those who are important to you. My goal is to help you discover how to have deeper meaning in your life by helping you break free from emotional suffering and relationship entanglements that impede you from being your best self.
(908) 364-2490 View (908) 364-2490
Photo of Christy Hudak, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hunterdon County, NJ
Christy Hudak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822  (Online Only)
When it comes to therapy, there is no single way that works. Everyone has their own individual challenges, strengths, and needs. That means that the most important tool I have is my relationship with those I strive to help. I will work with you to identify what may not be working, what the core challenges are, and how we can meet your goals together. I have experience working in various settings, and specialize in working with adults and couples. I strive to make clients feel safe and comfortable and use a client centered approach.
When it comes to therapy, there is no single way that works. Everyone has their own individual challenges, strengths, and needs. That means that the most important tool I have is my relationship with those I strive to help. I will work with you to identify what may not be working, what the core challenges are, and how we can meet your goals together. I have experience working in various settings, and specialize in working with adults and couples. I strive to make clients feel safe and comfortable and use a client centered approach.
(609) 853-5365 View (609) 853-5365
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Spring Reins of Hope, LLC
ES
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Three Bridges, NJ 08887
Sometimes it's difficult to speak the words? Sometimes it is hard to find answers. We believe our clients have their own best solutions from within and that Horses assist us in on that path. Spring Reins of Hope (SRoH) was founded in 2009 under the Eagala Model of equine-assisted services. The horses provide an experiential/ solution focused therapeutic model that can act as a fast-track intervention therapy alongside traditional therapies (collaborating with your therapist), or as a stand-alone alternative to talk therapy. We have licensed professionals and follow HIPAA guidelines while we 'get to the horse of the matter'.
Sometimes it's difficult to speak the words? Sometimes it is hard to find answers. We believe our clients have their own best solutions from within and that Horses assist us in on that path. Spring Reins of Hope (SRoH) was founded in 2009 under the Eagala Model of equine-assisted services. The horses provide an experiential/ solution focused therapeutic model that can act as a fast-track intervention therapy alongside traditional therapies (collaborating with your therapist), or as a stand-alone alternative to talk therapy. We have licensed professionals and follow HIPAA guidelines while we 'get to the horse of the matter'.
(732) 497-3247 View (732) 497-3247
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Fuel The Joy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clinton, NJ 08809
Fuel the Joy counseling services will guide you in creating the life that you want and the relationships you desire. Through researched based therapeutic interventions and positive psychology framework you will set the gear shift for the high gear of your life. Our goal in each session will be to have you walking away with a different perspective and a tool to activate change in your life. If you are motivated to make positive changes and need a guide to challenge old patterns that are holding you back, give me a call. We can work together to achieve your goals.
Fuel the Joy counseling services will guide you in creating the life that you want and the relationships you desire. Through researched based therapeutic interventions and positive psychology framework you will set the gear shift for the high gear of your life. Our goal in each session will be to have you walking away with a different perspective and a tool to activate change in your life. If you are motivated to make positive changes and need a guide to challenge old patterns that are holding you back, give me a call. We can work together to achieve your goals.
(908) 498-7258 View (908) 498-7258
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Lori Rayner-Grossi
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
Clinton, NJ 08809
We are all more alike than we are different. We grow into ourselves as a result of our relationships and our experiences. We want to live our best lives with a sense of meaning, purpose and belonging. Yet, for many, the challenges of everyday life; work, school, family, relationships, decisions about what to do or what direction to take, feel overwhelming and unmanageable. Therapy is a collaborative process; a journey toward increased understanding and insight.
We are all more alike than we are different. We grow into ourselves as a result of our relationships and our experiences. We want to live our best lives with a sense of meaning, purpose and belonging. Yet, for many, the challenges of everyday life; work, school, family, relationships, decisions about what to do or what direction to take, feel overwhelming and unmanageable. Therapy is a collaborative process; a journey toward increased understanding and insight.
(908) 344-3606 View (908) 344-3606

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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.