Therapists in Hunterdon County, NJ

Photo of Stacey A. Ehrhard, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hunterdon County, NJ
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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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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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
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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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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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Bobbie Lynn Edwards LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
Clinton, NJ 08809
I have been in healthcare as a mental health professional for over 35 years. As an integrative psychotherapist I combine both science and a broad spectrum of spiritual philosophies and practices. I assist by providing guidance and direction to those who seek healing. I work with you putting the pieces of the puzzle together helping you towards relief and ultimately peace. The combination of the traditional psychotherapeutic clinically based training and the multiple spiritual models of thought and various ideologies together are extremely successful and offer hope in healing.
I have been in healthcare as a mental health professional for over 35 years. As an integrative psychotherapist I combine both science and a broad spectrum of spiritual philosophies and practices. I assist by providing guidance and direction to those who seek healing. I work with you putting the pieces of the puzzle together helping you towards relief and ultimately peace. The combination of the traditional psychotherapeutic clinically based training and the multiple spiritual models of thought and various ideologies together are extremely successful and offer hope in healing.
(908) 251-9032 View (908) 251-9032
Photo of Rebecca Mikaliunas, Licensed Professional Counselor in Hunterdon County, NJ
Rebecca Mikaliunas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clinton, NJ 08809
Waitlist for new clients
“It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop.” - Confucius. I commend you for taking the first step in the healing process, and I am here to help you move in a positive direction and address the challenges that have been burdening you. My name is Rebecca, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at The Counseling Corner, LLC, in Clinton, NJ. I have experience treating a diverse population of clients and am passionate about supporting individuals experiencing big life transitions such as divorce, loss, career changes, trauma, relationship issues, etc.
“It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop.” - Confucius. I commend you for taking the first step in the healing process, and I am here to help you move in a positive direction and address the challenges that have been burdening you. My name is Rebecca, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at The Counseling Corner, LLC, in Clinton, NJ. I have experience treating a diverse population of clients and am passionate about supporting individuals experiencing big life transitions such as divorce, loss, career changes, trauma, relationship issues, etc.
(908) 274-3428 View (908) 274-3428
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Clint C Stankiewicz
MEd, PsyD, MCPC
Verified Verified
Clinton, NJ 08809  (Online Only)
Despite having reached the pinnacle of my profession after nearly two decades of practice, it was my own struggle with learning disabilities, dual diagnosis and other medical conditions and issues, that changed my perspective and my life. I came to appreciate an approach which focuses on the here and now; solution focused and goal oriented. I found little solace in traditional therapeutic approaches which focused largely on the past, and went on for months with no real relief nor positive impact on my life or functioning. As such, I strive to help my clients achieve their goals and actualize their dreams using a coaching approach.
Despite having reached the pinnacle of my profession after nearly two decades of practice, it was my own struggle with learning disabilities, dual diagnosis and other medical conditions and issues, that changed my perspective and my life. I came to appreciate an approach which focuses on the here and now; solution focused and goal oriented. I found little solace in traditional therapeutic approaches which focused largely on the past, and went on for months with no real relief nor positive impact on my life or functioning. As such, I strive to help my clients achieve their goals and actualize their dreams using a coaching approach.
(908) 224-7596 View (908) 224-7596
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Giving Tree Psychotherapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and trauma. Many of the people who engage in therapy with me do so as a result of stress related to relationship conflict or life transitions including pregnancy. I utilize an integrative, personalized approach to therapy and believe the therapeutic process should be collaborative and transparent. Together we will work to identify your unique needs and goals and will use shared-decision making in identifying how we will work together.
I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and trauma. Many of the people who engage in therapy with me do so as a result of stress related to relationship conflict or life transitions including pregnancy. I utilize an integrative, personalized approach to therapy and believe the therapeutic process should be collaborative and transparent. Together we will work to identify your unique needs and goals and will use shared-decision making in identifying how we will work together.
(848) 253-3576 View (848) 253-3576
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Ellie Mental Health Central NJ
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flemington, NJ 08822
Ellie Mental Health Central NJ isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
Ellie Mental Health Central NJ isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfy, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs.
(908) 829-9388 View (908) 829-9388
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Jouhaina Razzouk
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Lambertville, NJ 08530  (Online Only)
We often move through life carrying wounds that prevent us from living life fully. I value providing you with a safe, judgment free zone, where you can embark on a personal journey to deeply explore and heal from the issues that have fueled your life struggles. I take special interest in treating trauma stemming from either childhood or adulthood as well as relationship difficulties including attachment patterns and relationship compatibility. I am also well versed in a wide array of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, sleep, and body image issues.
We often move through life carrying wounds that prevent us from living life fully. I value providing you with a safe, judgment free zone, where you can embark on a personal journey to deeply explore and heal from the issues that have fueled your life struggles. I take special interest in treating trauma stemming from either childhood or adulthood as well as relationship difficulties including attachment patterns and relationship compatibility. I am also well versed in a wide array of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, sleep, and body image issues.
(609) 236-7583 View (609) 236-7583
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Ruth Altamura-Roll
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822
When life is painful and overwhelming, I will listen. If you are struggling with addictions, I can help. When your relationship feels broken, I will give you tools. And if your self-esteem is hurting, I can provide skills to grow. Often childhood or adult trauma challenges your beliefs and you struggle with depression or anxiety. I practice Holistic methods focusing on Emotions, Belief Systems, Relationships, Health and Spirituality. Counseling is safe and confidential for women, men, couples and adolescents who are dealing with addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, anger, incest, infidelity, women's issues, and PTSD.
When life is painful and overwhelming, I will listen. If you are struggling with addictions, I can help. When your relationship feels broken, I will give you tools. And if your self-esteem is hurting, I can provide skills to grow. Often childhood or adult trauma challenges your beliefs and you struggle with depression or anxiety. I practice Holistic methods focusing on Emotions, Belief Systems, Relationships, Health and Spirituality. Counseling is safe and confidential for women, men, couples and adolescents who are dealing with addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, anger, incest, infidelity, women's issues, and PTSD.
(908) 962-7250 View (908) 962-7250
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Jennifer Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Hampton, NJ 08827
I help clients live a happier and more meaningful life by overcoming barriers they are facing, such as anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, developmental challenges, and struggles with substance use and other addictive behaviors. If you are dealing with any of these issues and are ready to make a change in your life, I would be happy to join you in the journey of improving your life!
I help clients live a happier and more meaningful life by overcoming barriers they are facing, such as anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, developmental challenges, and struggles with substance use and other addictive behaviors. If you are dealing with any of these issues and are ready to make a change in your life, I would be happy to join you in the journey of improving your life!
(908) 883-3071 View (908) 883-3071
Photo of Carole Ammann, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hunterdon County, NJ
Carole Ammann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ringoes, NJ 08551
“Create a new therapy for every patient” (Irvin Yalom, The Gift of Therapy, 2002) No two individuals are the same and so each therapeutic relationship is distinct. The connection between client and therapist is a unique one, and unlike any other human experience. My years of practice have taught me that the development of trust provides the framework for change to occur. Whether it be a need to understand yourself better, deal with a transition or loss, navigate relationship issues, change unhealthy patterns or better manage debilitating symptoms associated with anxiety or depression, therapy can provide the environment and tools.
“Create a new therapy for every patient” (Irvin Yalom, The Gift of Therapy, 2002) No two individuals are the same and so each therapeutic relationship is distinct. The connection between client and therapist is a unique one, and unlike any other human experience. My years of practice have taught me that the development of trust provides the framework for change to occur. Whether it be a need to understand yourself better, deal with a transition or loss, navigate relationship issues, change unhealthy patterns or better manage debilitating symptoms associated with anxiety or depression, therapy can provide the environment and tools.
(908) 402-3803 View (908) 402-3803
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Paige D Kleinfeldt, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clinton, NJ 08809
The past few years have been extremely difficult for so many and may have caused or exacerbated emotional health issues. It’s normal to feel stuck, lost or a need to recover lost parts of you. I can help you if you feel weighed down or drained of energy, feel depressed or have anxious thoughts, or lack enjoyment in your life like you use too. I know it can be hard to take the first step and ask for help, however, a new transition and transformation for your life is just around the corner. My professional focus is to work with individuals to help them find a greater sense of self and purpose in the midst of life's hardships.
The past few years have been extremely difficult for so many and may have caused or exacerbated emotional health issues. It’s normal to feel stuck, lost or a need to recover lost parts of you. I can help you if you feel weighed down or drained of energy, feel depressed or have anxious thoughts, or lack enjoyment in your life like you use too. I know it can be hard to take the first step and ask for help, however, a new transition and transformation for your life is just around the corner. My professional focus is to work with individuals to help them find a greater sense of self and purpose in the midst of life's hardships.
(908) 396-6027 View (908) 396-6027
Photo of Pauline Pernini, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hunterdon County, NJ
Pauline Pernini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to providing the most effective treatment approaches to help my clients achieve their life goals and be the best that they can be. Over the past twenty years, I have been helping children, teens and adults face and overcome problems that may prevent them from reaching their fullest potential. These difficulties may include ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma or adjustment problems related to life events such as a death or divorce. I will help you determine what may be underlying the problem and develop an effective treatment plan to address the issues and achieve your goals.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to providing the most effective treatment approaches to help my clients achieve their life goals and be the best that they can be. Over the past twenty years, I have been helping children, teens and adults face and overcome problems that may prevent them from reaching their fullest potential. These difficulties may include ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma or adjustment problems related to life events such as a death or divorce. I will help you determine what may be underlying the problem and develop an effective treatment plan to address the issues and achieve your goals.
(908) 962-7135 View (908) 962-7135
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Ingrid Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flemington, NJ 08822
As a highly energetic individual who has extensive experience in establishing supportive, motivational and therapeutic relationships with clients, I offer my services as a therapist. With a great ability to ensure an environment of safety and security for clients with mental and substance problems. My therapeutic approach is a psycho-social intervention that aims to improve your mental health. We will focuses on challenging and changing unhelpful cognitive distortions and behaviors, improving emotional regulation, and the development of personal coping strategies that target solving current problems.
As a highly energetic individual who has extensive experience in establishing supportive, motivational and therapeutic relationships with clients, I offer my services as a therapist. With a great ability to ensure an environment of safety and security for clients with mental and substance problems. My therapeutic approach is a psycho-social intervention that aims to improve your mental health. We will focuses on challenging and changing unhelpful cognitive distortions and behaviors, improving emotional regulation, and the development of personal coping strategies that target solving current problems.
(609) 293-3654 View (609) 293-3654
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Sandra Constable
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, TI-CBT, BCC, FOT
Verified Verified
Lambertville, NJ 08530
I am a Licensed Therapist and Life Coach. I strive to provide gentle, non-judgmental and compassionate support, yet will also challenge you to grow and evolve into the best person you can be. Through thoughtful inquiry and investigation into your personal challenges we will explore those places that keep you stuck. If you are seeking to grow personally, professionally, creatively, emotionally, and spiritually, call for a free consultation. Together we can begin a journey that will take you to unlimited places. The destination is to reach your truth, so that you can begin to live a more joyful, meaningful, and authentic existence.
I am a Licensed Therapist and Life Coach. I strive to provide gentle, non-judgmental and compassionate support, yet will also challenge you to grow and evolve into the best person you can be. Through thoughtful inquiry and investigation into your personal challenges we will explore those places that keep you stuck. If you are seeking to grow personally, professionally, creatively, emotionally, and spiritually, call for a free consultation. Together we can begin a journey that will take you to unlimited places. The destination is to reach your truth, so that you can begin to live a more joyful, meaningful, and authentic existence.
(267) 915-6273 View (267) 915-6273
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Laurie Gamble, LCSW, SEP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Frenchtown, NJ 08825  (Online Only)
Thank you for your interest in my psychotherapy practice. Austin Family Wellness is dedicated to giving individuals affordable, effective, and compassionate care. Whether it is with a serious mental health issue such as, depression, anxiety, or bipolar, or difficulty letting go of an addiction, Austin Family Wellness is here to help you achieve positive personal growth.
Thank you for your interest in my psychotherapy practice. Austin Family Wellness is dedicated to giving individuals affordable, effective, and compassionate care. Whether it is with a serious mental health issue such as, depression, anxiety, or bipolar, or difficulty letting go of an addiction, Austin Family Wellness is here to help you achieve positive personal growth.
(512) 649-4034 View (512) 649-4034

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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.