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Suzanne Braun
MMFT
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R3M
I have a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT).
Currently Accepting ONLINE clients. Sometimes people feel stuck in a part of their life, and don't want to be. In our sessions, we will talk about where you feel stuck, figure out how you’ve been getting through so far, and what we can do together to work toward feeling less stuck. We are all shaped by our environment and experiences, and you are the expert on you. I am honoured to hear a bit about you as you determine what you want to share with me. Throughout our time together, I will check in with you to make sure that I am understanding what you want me to know, and to do therapy at a pace that feels right to you.
I have a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MMFT).
Currently Accepting ONLINE clients. Sometimes people feel stuck in a part of their life, and don't want to be. In our sessions, we will talk about where you feel stuck, figure out how you’ve been getting through so far, and what we can do together to work toward feeling less stuck. We are all shaped by our environment and experiences, and you are the expert on you. I am honoured to hear a bit about you as you determine what you want to share with me. Throughout our time together, I will check in with you to make sure that I am understanding what you want me to know, and to do therapy at a pace that feels right to you.
(204) 819-9523 View (204) 819-9523
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Dallas Wiebe
Counsellor, BA, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
Steinbach, MB R5G
I offer counselling for adults, couples, and teens. My goal is to provide you with a safe, trusting space where you will be heard and understood. I have experience working with issues of grief, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, adoption & fostering, life & cultural transitions, mental health, interpersonal conflict, parenting, marriage, and faith and spirituality. It takes courage to reach out when life gets hard. Maybe you’ve made efforts to resolve a stress, only to find that it was a temporary fix. I would be honored to walk with you in the process of exploring together the root of the issue in order to heal and find hope for the future.
I offer counselling for adults, couples, and teens. My goal is to provide you with a safe, trusting space where you will be heard and understood. I have experience working with issues of grief, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, adoption & fostering, life & cultural transitions, mental health, interpersonal conflict, parenting, marriage, and faith and spirituality. It takes courage to reach out when life gets hard. Maybe you’ve made efforts to resolve a stress, only to find that it was a temporary fix. I would be honored to walk with you in the process of exploring together the root of the issue in order to heal and find hope for the future.
(431) 441-7211 View (431) 441-7211
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Kim Purcell
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R3T
I use a systemic approach to working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I use a number of therapeutic strategies and models in my work with clients including, solution focused brief therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and mindfulness approaches. I have experience treating adults, children and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, relationships, parenting practices, anger management, grief/loss, and separation and divorce. I also have experience and training in marital/couples counselling.
I use a systemic approach to working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I use a number of therapeutic strategies and models in my work with clients including, solution focused brief therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and mindfulness approaches. I have experience treating adults, children and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, relationships, parenting practices, anger management, grief/loss, and separation and divorce. I also have experience and training in marital/couples counselling.
(204) 500-1474 View (204) 500-1474
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Marcie Granger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, BEd, PBED
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winnipeg, MB R3G
With a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, 20 plus years counselling and working with students and families in Education, and as a Reiki master, I incorporate all my skills to benefit my clients, so they may become embodied individuals who function with conscious action and thought.
Tired of behaving or reacting from unconscious patterns? Looking to understand your behaviours and where they come from? Want to learn to have more compassion for yourself and others? Let's start with the inner-standing that everybody has fears, beliefs and rules for how they "should" be. Comprehending these narratives allows for compassionate curiosity around the origins and purposes of these stories that fuel our behaviours. Holistic exploration of these dialogues, can result in feeling and reacting differently and providing folks with new tools to move forward to overcome specific problems.
With a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, 20 plus years counselling and working with students and families in Education, and as a Reiki master, I incorporate all my skills to benefit my clients, so they may become embodied individuals who function with conscious action and thought.
Tired of behaving or reacting from unconscious patterns? Looking to understand your behaviours and where they come from? Want to learn to have more compassion for yourself and others? Let's start with the inner-standing that everybody has fears, beliefs and rules for how they "should" be. Comprehending these narratives allows for compassionate curiosity around the origins and purposes of these stories that fuel our behaviours. Holistic exploration of these dialogues, can result in feeling and reacting differently and providing folks with new tools to move forward to overcome specific problems.
(204) 400-5113 View (204) 400-5113
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Murielle Jennings
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, CCC, RMFT
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R3M
Help with creating healthy relationships with self and others such as: new, pre-marriage/union prep, remarriage, separation, divorce; parenting co-, single-, parent-child conflicts; life adjustments/transitions - career changes, bereavement/loss; anxiety, depression, bullying, chronic illness, trauma, gender, sex and sexuality, and spirituality.
As a client-centered Family Therapist/Counsellor, I have the privilege of working with families, relationships and individuals. I help find the strength to create life changes, by identifying current patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving, while working toward increasing an overall sense of well-being. I believe that a strong, trusting, and comfortable therapeutic relationship coupled with a compassionate and respectful approach fosters a safe environment. It is here that difficult topics and the sense of being "stuck" can be discussed and explored, until new/different ways for sustainable change can be found and implemented.
Help with creating healthy relationships with self and others such as: new, pre-marriage/union prep, remarriage, separation, divorce; parenting co-, single-, parent-child conflicts; life adjustments/transitions - career changes, bereavement/loss; anxiety, depression, bullying, chronic illness, trauma, gender, sex and sexuality, and spirituality.
As a client-centered Family Therapist/Counsellor, I have the privilege of working with families, relationships and individuals. I help find the strength to create life changes, by identifying current patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving, while working toward increasing an overall sense of well-being. I believe that a strong, trusting, and comfortable therapeutic relationship coupled with a compassionate and respectful approach fosters a safe environment. It is here that difficult topics and the sense of being "stuck" can be discussed and explored, until new/different ways for sustainable change can be found and implemented.
(204) 817-0540 View (204) 817-0540
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Acksanna Witherspoon
Counsellor, MA, LMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
Winnipeg, MB R2K
I am Acksanna Witherspoon - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Winnipeg MB. I am someone who has sought out professional help in my life at one point too. I have a passion for walking alongside people in seasons of their life where nobody else can. I believe in my clients and their goals, no matter the situation, no matter the mess.
I am Acksanna Witherspoon - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Winnipeg MB. I am someone who has sought out professional help in my life at one point too. I have a passion for walking alongside people in seasons of their life where nobody else can. I believe in my clients and their goals, no matter the situation, no matter the mess.
(431) 800-4133 View (431) 800-4133
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Debbie Wiebe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winnipeg, MB R3M
I completed my B.A. Honours in Psychology at University of Manitoba in 2015, followed by my Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Winnipeg in 2021. Since then I keep busy working with individuals, families and couples in both private practice and within a non-profit organization. My current availability is between hours of 9-4 on Mondays and Wednesdays. I work with clients on deepening their relationship to self, while learning to regulate the nervous system. I create a space for compassionate and curious self reflection and inquiry that can help gain clarity to make changes or deal with stress better.
I completed my B.A. Honours in Psychology at University of Manitoba in 2015, followed by my Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Winnipeg in 2021. Since then I keep busy working with individuals, families and couples in both private practice and within a non-profit organization. My current availability is between hours of 9-4 on Mondays and Wednesdays. I work with clients on deepening their relationship to self, while learning to regulate the nervous system. I create a space for compassionate and curious self reflection and inquiry that can help gain clarity to make changes or deal with stress better.
(204) 817-8600 View (204) 817-8600
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Lise Dupuis
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MMFT, RMFT
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R3C
I have a masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, 10 years of experiential training (Satir) and extensive trauma training with the Canadian Foundation for Trauma Research and Education and also with the Somatic Experiencing® Trauma Institute.
The focus of my private practice is on healing unresolved trauma and on developing healthy relationships. The symptoms of unresolved trauma include PTSD, substance abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, OCD, etc... My training in trauma work started in 2007 and is based on the work and teachings of Peter Levine's Somatic Experiencing model. Whether you are going through a crisis or wanting to resolve a long-standing issue, therapy can help you gain some insight and can assist you in creating the life you want to live.
I have a masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, 10 years of experiential training (Satir) and extensive trauma training with the Canadian Foundation for Trauma Research and Education and also with the Somatic Experiencing® Trauma Institute.
The focus of my private practice is on healing unresolved trauma and on developing healthy relationships. The symptoms of unresolved trauma include PTSD, substance abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, OCD, etc... My training in trauma work started in 2007 and is based on the work and teachings of Peter Levine's Somatic Experiencing model. Whether you are going through a crisis or wanting to resolve a long-standing issue, therapy can help you gain some insight and can assist you in creating the life you want to live.
(855) 226-6499 View (855) 226-6499
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Sara Philobbos
Counsellor, BA, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winnipeg, MB R3M
As a Clinical Counselor, I have over six years of multicultural experience in individual, marriage and family counseling, leading self-help groups, and life coaching.
Does stress, confusion or painful experiences hold you back? Are there big decisions you want help processing? We should talk. I am passionate about coming alongside people in their unique circumstances to help them gain new levels of healing and wholeness. with an invested interest in holistic approaches to personal development, healing and relational challenges.
As a Clinical Counselor, I have over six years of multicultural experience in individual, marriage and family counseling, leading self-help groups, and life coaching.
Does stress, confusion or painful experiences hold you back? Are there big decisions you want help processing? We should talk. I am passionate about coming alongside people in their unique circumstances to help them gain new levels of healing and wholeness. with an invested interest in holistic approaches to personal development, healing and relational challenges.
(204) 515-6433 View (204) 515-6433
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Peter Ascough
Counsellor, MA, APC
Verified Verified
Kleefeld, MB R0A
For couples, I am certified in level one Gottman Therapy as well as a certified facilitator in Prepare/Enrich and can help in areas such as: marriage enrichment, pre-marital counselling, conflict resolution, and navigating life transitions.
As a counsellor, I provide a warm and caring space for each individual and respect each person’s uniqueness recognizing that people are complex beings who are physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual beings. I have a Masters of Counselling and am licensed as an Associate Professional Counsellor (APC). I work with individuals or couples who want to find relief and healing in their present circumstances. Whether treating issues that are rooted in underlying past events or have occurred recently, I work with clients to find healthier ways of living. I am available for both in-person or virtual sessions.
For couples, I am certified in level one Gottman Therapy as well as a certified facilitator in Prepare/Enrich and can help in areas such as: marriage enrichment, pre-marital counselling, conflict resolution, and navigating life transitions.
As a counsellor, I provide a warm and caring space for each individual and respect each person’s uniqueness recognizing that people are complex beings who are physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual beings. I have a Masters of Counselling and am licensed as an Associate Professional Counsellor (APC). I work with individuals or couples who want to find relief and healing in their present circumstances. Whether treating issues that are rooted in underlying past events or have occurred recently, I work with clients to find healthier ways of living. I am available for both in-person or virtual sessions.
(204) 818-7025 View (204) 818-7025
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West End Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MMFT, BSW/RSW
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R3C
Welcome to West End Therapy, where the focus is on taking care of your emotional and relationship health. We are a group of compassionate and skilled Marriage & Family Therapists who are here to listen, seek to understand, collaborate with you and share expertise to support your mental health and the health of your relationships. We can help you figure out what patterns are causing distress and find a path that can support you and the ones you love move toward flourishing.
Welcome to West End Therapy, where the focus is on taking care of your emotional and relationship health. We are a group of compassionate and skilled Marriage & Family Therapists who are here to listen, seek to understand, collaborate with you and share expertise to support your mental health and the health of your relationships. We can help you figure out what patterns are causing distress and find a path that can support you and the ones you love move toward flourishing.
(431) 813-6715 View (431) 813-6715
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Ron Sigurdson
Counsellor, MMFT
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R2M
“Your first choice for the last people who would ever go to therapy.” In my 20+ years of being a Marriage & Family Therapist, I have enjoyed great success with clients who either had unsuccessful experiences with other counsellors or were reluctant to seek help. My clients report that they find me very easy to talk with and say that I excel at making difficult subjects easy to understand.
“Your first choice for the last people who would ever go to therapy.” In my 20+ years of being a Marriage & Family Therapist, I have enjoyed great success with clients who either had unsuccessful experiences with other counsellors or were reluctant to seek help. My clients report that they find me very easy to talk with and say that I excel at making difficult subjects easy to understand.
(204) 400-0984 View (204) 400-0984
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Philip Collins
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R3L  (Online Only)
Welcome to my practice. I’m here to help you along on your journey in life. We all go through a lot of different experiences and stresses in our lives, and it can be difficult to navigate these events. I’m here to help you with finding solutions to these experiences. A bit about me, my name is Phil, and I identify as a CIS Metis man born and raised on Treaty One Territory. I have a Bachelor of Social Work and I’m a Registered Social Worker with the Manitoba College of Social Workers. I’m also enrolled at the University of Winnipeg in their Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy program.
Welcome to my practice. I’m here to help you along on your journey in life. We all go through a lot of different experiences and stresses in our lives, and it can be difficult to navigate these events. I’m here to help you with finding solutions to these experiences. A bit about me, my name is Phil, and I identify as a CIS Metis man born and raised on Treaty One Territory. I have a Bachelor of Social Work and I’m a Registered Social Worker with the Manitoba College of Social Workers. I’m also enrolled at the University of Winnipeg in their Masters of Marriage and Family Therapy program.
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Larry Larson
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, MA, Bth, CPP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Winnipeg, MB R3C
Hi, my name is Larry! Recovery Centre for Addictions, Trauma, & Families exists to provide individual, family and group counselling resources for Addictions Prevention and Recovery, Trauma Recovery, and Marriage and Family Restoration. RCATF is an out-patient facility dependent on client fees for continued operation. We provide a client centered, personal atmosphere in helping you design an Action Plan that fits your biological, psychological, social and spiritual recovery needs. If you and/or your family so desire and chose to, a specific spiritual and faith component can be integrated into your Personal Action Plan. All faiths and cultures are welcome!
Hi, my name is Larry! Recovery Centre for Addictions, Trauma, & Families exists to provide individual, family and group counselling resources for Addictions Prevention and Recovery, Trauma Recovery, and Marriage and Family Restoration. RCATF is an out-patient facility dependent on client fees for continued operation. We provide a client centered, personal atmosphere in helping you design an Action Plan that fits your biological, psychological, social and spiritual recovery needs. If you and/or your family so desire and chose to, a specific spiritual and faith component can be integrated into your Personal Action Plan. All faiths and cultures are welcome!
(204) 808-0725 View (204) 808-0725
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Harv Janzen
Counsellor, MDiv, MAMFT, CPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morden, MB R6M
Harv Janzen is a caring professional who will compassionately walk with you in your journey. He believes in the possibility of hope and wholeness in whatever challenges you may be facing. As a Counselling Therapist with a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, he uses a variety of approaches such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. He is also licensed with Enrich Canada and is trained to help couples assess relationship issues and effectively work through relational challenges.
Harv Janzen is a caring professional who will compassionately walk with you in your journey. He believes in the possibility of hope and wholeness in whatever challenges you may be facing. As a Counselling Therapist with a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, he uses a variety of approaches such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. He is also licensed with Enrich Canada and is trained to help couples assess relationship issues and effectively work through relational challenges.
(431) 400-5309 View (431) 400-5309
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Tara L Sheppard
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MMFT
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R3M
I have 20 years of counselling experience, and have accredited training in Psychology, and Marriage & Family Therapy for individuals, couples, families and groups.
I provide therapy and counselling to help you and your loved ones cope with complex personal and relational issues such as trauma, abuse, loss, infertility, high level conflict and communication breakdown, infidelity, adoption, social oppression, sexuality issues, immigration loss/trauma, adoption related issues, separation, divorce and blended family issues. Offices located in Winnipeg and Hong Kong and convenient Skype, Facetime and e-therapy options also available.
I have 20 years of counselling experience, and have accredited training in Psychology, and Marriage & Family Therapy for individuals, couples, families and groups.
I provide therapy and counselling to help you and your loved ones cope with complex personal and relational issues such as trauma, abuse, loss, infertility, high level conflict and communication breakdown, infidelity, adoption, social oppression, sexuality issues, immigration loss/trauma, adoption related issues, separation, divorce and blended family issues. Offices located in Winnipeg and Hong Kong and convenient Skype, Facetime and e-therapy options also available.
(204) 977-2261 View (204) 977-2261
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Josiah M. Mutua
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R3G
Perhaps thoughts, memories, or feelings about a painful event make it difficult for you to experience satisfaction in your marriage or family or to excel in roles such as parenting or socializing, or cause you to do things you do not like. Perhaps a personal, relationship or vocational situation is causing you distress, or mental health condition such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or addiction makes it difficult for you to pursue your aspirations. Or, perhaps, concerns about managing a situation, the outcome of significant events, or achieving meaningful goals make it difficult for you to fulfill important roles.
Perhaps thoughts, memories, or feelings about a painful event make it difficult for you to experience satisfaction in your marriage or family or to excel in roles such as parenting or socializing, or cause you to do things you do not like. Perhaps a personal, relationship or vocational situation is causing you distress, or mental health condition such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or addiction makes it difficult for you to pursue your aspirations. Or, perhaps, concerns about managing a situation, the outcome of significant events, or achieving meaningful goals make it difficult for you to fulfill important roles.
(431) 831-2070 View (431) 831-2070
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Alan Vanderwater
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R3B
I welcome referrals across a broad range of presenting problems - marriage/relp, family, anxiety & depression and mental health; addiction (all types); life stages; career/personal. M. Scott Peck said, "It is only because of problems that we grow mentally and spiritually. "
I welcome referrals across a broad range of presenting problems - marriage/relp, family, anxiety & depression and mental health; addiction (all types); life stages; career/personal. M. Scott Peck said, "It is only because of problems that we grow mentally and spiritually. "
(204) 977-2247 View (204) 977-2247
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Mary-Ann Roy
Marriage & Family Therapist, BFA, MA
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R3B  (Online Only)
I have helped clients with relational issues (marriage/family), addictions (substance, lifestyle, emotional), abuse and emotional crisis (anxiety, depression, anger, loss, body image, OCD) to bring restoration, healing and an enriched life.
Making your way to this website is an important step to improving your life. Choosing the right therapist is really about how well you are understood and guided to resolve what you came for. Since 1990 I've made my counselling different by not dividing people into issues or problems. You are you. What is happening in your life is unique. If you are still unsure about choosing the most effective therapist for you, go to our website and read for yourself the words of those who discovered how to make it happen in their own lives. Don't hesitate; this is the next step.
I have helped clients with relational issues (marriage/family), addictions (substance, lifestyle, emotional), abuse and emotional crisis (anxiety, depression, anger, loss, body image, OCD) to bring restoration, healing and an enriched life.
Making your way to this website is an important step to improving your life. Choosing the right therapist is really about how well you are understood and guided to resolve what you came for. Since 1990 I've made my counselling different by not dividing people into issues or problems. You are you. What is happening in your life is unique. If you are still unsure about choosing the most effective therapist for you, go to our website and read for yourself the words of those who discovered how to make it happen in their own lives. Don't hesitate; this is the next step.
(204) 818-9478 View (204) 818-9478
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Butterfly Project
Counsellor, ACC
Verified Verified
Winnipeg, MB R3M
I host a variety of social services but mainly conduct private counselling sessions on any topic as I have much experience on a broad range of issues such as abuse, suicide, mental health, depression, self-esteem, body image, youth, marriage, families, women's issues, aboriginal issues, immigrant, employment, divorce, etc.
With a 97% success rate...at Butterfly Project your counsellor provides an empathic, comforting, supportive & non-judgemental environment with a client-centered approach to counselling. Meaning you are the expert of your own life & I, Gorete Rodrigues will help guide & assist you in finding answers and the direction that is best for you while being that unbiased support. I am a well respected professional in the social service & therapist industry and have built a positive reputation within the personal and professional community based on humility, honesty, compassion, dedication and trust. I feel the counselling experience is a valuable one and believe deeply in the process.
I host a variety of social services but mainly conduct private counselling sessions on any topic as I have much experience on a broad range of issues such as abuse, suicide, mental health, depression, self-esteem, body image, youth, marriage, families, women's issues, aboriginal issues, immigrant, employment, divorce, etc.
With a 97% success rate...at Butterfly Project your counsellor provides an empathic, comforting, supportive & non-judgemental environment with a client-centered approach to counselling. Meaning you are the expert of your own life & I, Gorete Rodrigues will help guide & assist you in finding answers and the direction that is best for you while being that unbiased support. I am a well respected professional in the social service & therapist industry and have built a positive reputation within the personal and professional community based on humility, honesty, compassion, dedication and trust. I feel the counselling experience is a valuable one and believe deeply in the process.
(204) 400-2856 View (204) 400-2856

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Marriage Counselling

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.