Tu Vo
Pre-Licensed Professional, LAPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
Our expertise lies in the areas of anxiety disorders, parenting issues, teens/adolescents, eating disorders, alcohol/drug abuse/use, couples counseling, family counseling, divorce counseling, life coaching and general life issues, sport psychology, Borderline Personality Disorder, and psychological testing.
While active listening is an important skill for a therapist, listening can only go so far. All of the therapists here believe that what sets us apart from many other therapists is the fact we actually help you help yourself make the necessary changes in your life by giving you techniques, tools, skills, and guidance to achieve your goals. You'll almost always walk out of a session with a new technique or two that you can go home and start using immediately. All eight of our therapists are highly trained, personable, and ready to give you the stills and techniques you need.
Our expertise lies in the areas of anxiety disorders, parenting issues, teens/adolescents, eating disorders, alcohol/drug abuse/use, couples counseling, family counseling, divorce counseling, life coaching and general life issues, sport psychology, Borderline Personality Disorder, and psychological testing.
While active listening is an important skill for a therapist, listening can only go so far. All of the therapists here believe that what sets us apart from many other therapists is the fact we actually help you help yourself make the necessary changes in your life by giving you techniques, tools, skills, and guidance to achieve your goals. You'll almost always walk out of a session with a new technique or two that you can go home and start using immediately. All eight of our therapists are highly trained, personable, and ready to give you the stills and techniques you need.
(678) 515-5823 View (678) 515-5823
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Shelly M Allen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30067
For couples, the best time for therapy is right when you start to notice a disconnection.
Therapy is about YOU...your needs, your hopes for change, your life. It is my job to create a safe, welcoming environment for you to work on the goals we set together. People begin or return to therapy for all sorts of reasons. But often the catalyst is a significant life transition. Relationships are suffering, personal issues are becoming too difficult to take, or a particular challenge/situation has arisen. "We change our behavior when the pain of staying the same becomes greater than the pain of changing." Please don't wait until a crisis hits, get help today.
For couples, the best time for therapy is right when you start to notice a disconnection.
Therapy is about YOU...your needs, your hopes for change, your life. It is my job to create a safe, welcoming environment for you to work on the goals we set together. People begin or return to therapy for all sorts of reasons. But often the catalyst is a significant life transition. Relationships are suffering, personal issues are becoming too difficult to take, or a particular challenge/situation has arisen. "We change our behavior when the pain of staying the same becomes greater than the pain of changing." Please don't wait until a crisis hits, get help today.
(404) 975-1380 View (404) 975-1380
Photo of Brian N. Jones, Licensed Professional Counselor in Marietta, GA
Brian N. Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30064
I provide counseling to individuals, couples, and families, working to heal themselves and the system.
I am fascinated by the human experience, and our ability to endure. Deep healing can begin when we have a safe place to tell our story, to be heard regardless of how our journey has unfolded. I aim to create a place where we won't get interrupted, where someone won't try to "fix" us, to empathize, and to affirm our reality. I find people make their most significant strides in their journey when they allow themselves to maneuver into seeing alternatives and redefine themselves, with a growing confidence in who they have now become.
I provide counseling to individuals, couples, and families, working to heal themselves and the system.
I am fascinated by the human experience, and our ability to endure. Deep healing can begin when we have a safe place to tell our story, to be heard regardless of how our journey has unfolded. I aim to create a place where we won't get interrupted, where someone won't try to "fix" us, to empathize, and to affirm our reality. I find people make their most significant strides in their journey when they allow themselves to maneuver into seeing alternatives and redefine themselves, with a growing confidence in who they have now become.
(248) 671-6997 View (248) 671-6997
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Sarah Lillian Charles
MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30066
Sarah Charles is a High-Performance Coach. She has worked with a wide variety of different organizations and populations including the U. S. Army, Transportation Security Administration, high-performance athletes and Indvidual looking for skills to achieve their goals both personally and professionally. I value knowledge, authenticity, improving employees, managers, executives, athletes, and coaches in achieving consistent high levels of performance, while thriving in adversity. I create an inclusive and collaborative consulting relationship that facilitates self-awareness in promoting growth and self-improvement.
Sarah Charles is a High-Performance Coach. She has worked with a wide variety of different organizations and populations including the U. S. Army, Transportation Security Administration, high-performance athletes and Indvidual looking for skills to achieve their goals both personally and professionally. I value knowledge, authenticity, improving employees, managers, executives, athletes, and coaches in achieving consistent high levels of performance, while thriving in adversity. I create an inclusive and collaborative consulting relationship that facilitates self-awareness in promoting growth and self-improvement.
(470) 745-2815 View (470) 745-2815
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Mental Health Evaluations
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062  (Online Only)
I am available to provide individual, couples, or family therapy using a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs.
My ideal client lives in Georgia or South Carolina and needs a mental health evaluation, psychological evaluation, immigration evaluation, brief therapy, or brief life coaching. My client may need an assessment for court due to legal charges, for divorce litigation, or for administrative immigration proceedings. I provide evaluations and life coaching via private pay. For my therapy clients, I accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oscar Health, Oxford insurances. All services are provided via telehealth.
I am available to provide individual, couples, or family therapy using a variety of evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs.
My ideal client lives in Georgia or South Carolina and needs a mental health evaluation, psychological evaluation, immigration evaluation, brief therapy, or brief life coaching. My client may need an assessment for court due to legal charges, for divorce litigation, or for administrative immigration proceedings. I provide evaluations and life coaching via private pay. For my therapy clients, I accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Oscar Health, Oxford insurances. All services are provided via telehealth.
(678) 786-2382 View (678) 786-2382
Photo of Phyllis Williams, Counselor in Marietta, GA
Phyllis Williams
Counselor, MSEd, MHC-LP, APC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
I have experience providing individual counseling (child & adult), group counseling, couples counseling and family counseling.
I am an Associate Professional Counselor licensed in the state of GA & NY. I am also the owner of Tuyee Holistic Services LLC. My goal is to provide psycho education on mental illness and wellness and to reduce the mental health stigma in our society. Long term or short term, we will work together as a team in your therapeutic journey of self reflection & processing, in order to fully develop the skills that you learn in our sessions to apply in your daily interaction with others and personal development. The work begins when you leave my office and I aim to help you achieve that independence and overall mental health stability.
I have experience providing individual counseling (child & adult), group counseling, couples counseling and family counseling.
I am an Associate Professional Counselor licensed in the state of GA & NY. I am also the owner of Tuyee Holistic Services LLC. My goal is to provide psycho education on mental illness and wellness and to reduce the mental health stigma in our society. Long term or short term, we will work together as a team in your therapeutic journey of self reflection & processing, in order to fully develop the skills that you learn in our sessions to apply in your daily interaction with others and personal development. The work begins when you leave my office and I aim to help you achieve that independence and overall mental health stability.
(678) 504-6326 View (678) 504-6326
Photo of Alice M. Edwards, Marriage & Family Therapist in Marietta, GA
Alice M. Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSW, MSSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
Waitlist for new clients
I am currently fully booked so not taking new clients. I will post an update here when I am able to accept new clients. I work with couples, families, individuals, children, teens, and groups who are struggling with communication, family relationships, couple's relationships, infidelity, grief and loss, divorce, family violence, sexual abuse, and sexual assault. Most people struggle in relationships with others at some point in their lives; this is part of being human. We can benefit from talking things through.
I am currently fully booked so not taking new clients. I will post an update here when I am able to accept new clients. I work with couples, families, individuals, children, teens, and groups who are struggling with communication, family relationships, couple's relationships, infidelity, grief and loss, divorce, family violence, sexual abuse, and sexual assault. Most people struggle in relationships with others at some point in their lives; this is part of being human. We can benefit from talking things through.
(678) 647-9228 View (678) 647-9228
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Alan Behrman & Associates, PC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
Our expertise lies in the areas of anxiety disorders, parenting issues, teens/adolescents, eating disorders, alcohol/drug abuse/use, couples counseling, family counseling, divorce counseling, life coaching and general life issues, sport psychology, Borderline Personality Disorder, and psychological testing.
While active listening is an important skill for a therapist, listening can only go so far. All of the therapists here believe that what sets us apart from many other therapists is the fact we actually help you help yourself make the necessary changes in your life by giving you techniques, tools, skills, and guidance to achieve your goals. You'll almost always walk out of a session with a new technique or two that you can go home and start using immediately. All eight of our therapists are highly trained, personable, and ready to give you the stills and techniques you need.
Our expertise lies in the areas of anxiety disorders, parenting issues, teens/adolescents, eating disorders, alcohol/drug abuse/use, couples counseling, family counseling, divorce counseling, life coaching and general life issues, sport psychology, Borderline Personality Disorder, and psychological testing.
While active listening is an important skill for a therapist, listening can only go so far. All of the therapists here believe that what sets us apart from many other therapists is the fact we actually help you help yourself make the necessary changes in your life by giving you techniques, tools, skills, and guidance to achieve your goals. You'll almost always walk out of a session with a new technique or two that you can go home and start using immediately. All eight of our therapists are highly trained, personable, and ready to give you the stills and techniques you need.
(678) 245-6028 View (678) 245-6028
Photo of Rachel Barlev, Pre-Licensed Professional in Marietta, GA
Rachel Barlev
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
Our expertise lies in the areas of anxiety disorders, parenting issues, teens/adolescents, eating disorders, alcohol/drug abuse/use, couples counseling, family counseling, divorce counseling, life coaching and general life issues, sport psychology, Borderline Personality Disorder, and psychological testing.
While active listening is an important skill for a therapist, listening can only go so far. All of the therapists here believe that what sets us apart from many other therapists is the fact we actually help you help yourself make the necessary changes in your life by giving you techniques, tools, skills, and guidance to achieve your goals. You'll almost always walk out of a session with a new technique or two that you can go home and start using immediately. All eight of our therapists are highly trained, personable, and ready to give you the stills and techniques you need.
Our expertise lies in the areas of anxiety disorders, parenting issues, teens/adolescents, eating disorders, alcohol/drug abuse/use, couples counseling, family counseling, divorce counseling, life coaching and general life issues, sport psychology, Borderline Personality Disorder, and psychological testing.
While active listening is an important skill for a therapist, listening can only go so far. All of the therapists here believe that what sets us apart from many other therapists is the fact we actually help you help yourself make the necessary changes in your life by giving you techniques, tools, skills, and guidance to achieve your goals. You'll almost always walk out of a session with a new technique or two that you can go home and start using immediately. All eight of our therapists are highly trained, personable, and ready to give you the stills and techniques you need.
(678) 647-9860 View (678) 647-9860
Photo of Darrin D. Payne in Marietta, GA
Darrin D. Payne
MA, APC, BS Min
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
Darrin is a licensed associate professional counselor under supervision trained to work with men, women, adolescents, couples and groups requiring professional help. He realizes that life produces internal storm damages occurring far too often without any damage control or prevention. The causes of moodiness, irritability, restlessness, discontentment, fear, doubt, uncertainty, anger, depression, anxiety, insomnia and addiction all have one thing in common - a lack of holistic wellness. Recovery from the internal/external effects of untreated mental and emotional damages is what he will introduce you to.
Darrin is a licensed associate professional counselor under supervision trained to work with men, women, adolescents, couples and groups requiring professional help. He realizes that life produces internal storm damages occurring far too often without any damage control or prevention. The causes of moodiness, irritability, restlessness, discontentment, fear, doubt, uncertainty, anger, depression, anxiety, insomnia and addiction all have one thing in common - a lack of holistic wellness. Recovery from the internal/external effects of untreated mental and emotional damages is what he will introduce you to.
(678) 263-2087 View (678) 263-2087
Photo of Lydia Minear, Licensed Professional Counselor in Marietta, GA
Lydia Minear
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30064
I have extensive work in helping adults explore issues of self-esteem, depression, anxiety, codependency, dating, couples' issues, parenting and managing college/career stress.
My counseling style can be described as warm, empathetic, and accepting. Perhaps you come to therapy with a specific concern and goal in mind or maybe you are seeking counseling due to a general feeling of being stuck and unsatisfied. Whatever issue prompts you to seek help, therapy can provide an intentional place to pause, process emotions, and find clarity about what you need. I have a special passion for working with adults experiencing stress and anxiety and those prone to perfectionism and people-pleasing. Often in my work with clients, we explore the need to honor one's sense of self and establish healthy boundaries.
I have extensive work in helping adults explore issues of self-esteem, depression, anxiety, codependency, dating, couples' issues, parenting and managing college/career stress.
My counseling style can be described as warm, empathetic, and accepting. Perhaps you come to therapy with a specific concern and goal in mind or maybe you are seeking counseling due to a general feeling of being stuck and unsatisfied. Whatever issue prompts you to seek help, therapy can provide an intentional place to pause, process emotions, and find clarity about what you need. I have a special passion for working with adults experiencing stress and anxiety and those prone to perfectionism and people-pleasing. Often in my work with clients, we explore the need to honor one's sense of self and establish healthy boundaries.
(470) 798-2920 View (470) 798-2920
Photo of Diane M. Coll, Licensed Professional Counselor in Marietta, GA
Diane M. Coll
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30064  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Along with being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, and a Level III Gottman trained couples therapist.
It is my intention to help you discover (or rediscover) your own inner strength and wisdom. You have the skills and resources within yourself to live a more fulfilling and joyous life. Through our collaborative process, you will have opportunities to access your strengths, channeling them to facilitate healing and growth.
Along with being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, and a Level III Gottman trained couples therapist.
It is my intention to help you discover (or rediscover) your own inner strength and wisdom. You have the skills and resources within yourself to live a more fulfilling and joyous life. Through our collaborative process, you will have opportunities to access your strengths, channeling them to facilitate healing and growth.
(770) 548-4395 View (770) 548-4395
Photo of Farida Scriber, Counselor in Marietta, GA
Farida Scriber
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30064
My goal is to help individual, couples, and families process through their emotions in order to make sense of their world and to lead more productive and fulfilling lives. I have convenient evening and weekend hours available.
My goal is to help individual, couples, and families process through their emotions in order to make sense of their world and to lead more productive and fulfilling lives. I have convenient evening and weekend hours available.
(470) 285-9201 View (470) 285-9201
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Forensic Evaluations | Board Certified
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCFMHE, CAMSII, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
I work with Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Seniors and Veterans struggling with difficulties that causes anxiety & depression, family and/or marital distress and many other factors that impede on enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
We provide court approved Forensic Evaluations for substance use, anger management and psychological testing services. We are a trusted provider offering a comprehensive range of court mandated and employer mandated services. These services include alcohol and drug evaluations, anger management evaluations, SAP Evaluations, mental health evaluations, anger management classes, shoplifting prevention classes. MRT program is available as well.
I work with Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Seniors and Veterans struggling with difficulties that causes anxiety & depression, family and/or marital distress and many other factors that impede on enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
We provide court approved Forensic Evaluations for substance use, anger management and psychological testing services. We are a trusted provider offering a comprehensive range of court mandated and employer mandated services. These services include alcohol and drug evaluations, anger management evaluations, SAP Evaluations, mental health evaluations, anger management classes, shoplifting prevention classes. MRT program is available as well.
(678) 971-2359 View (678) 971-2359
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Full Blossom Behavioral Health Consultants, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30062
We serve individuals, couples, and families struggling with everyday life challenges and those who are struggling with life long mental illness.
Life can come at you pretty fast and knock you down pretty hard, leaving you feeling helpless, hopeless, afraid, and anxious. We all can lose our footing and confidence in who we are. People often just need someone with an open, non-judgmental ear, to listen to, understand, and guide them to better choices that will lead to a better family, work, and personal life. Others may require deeper more intensive therapeutic approaches due to chronic exposure to trauma.
We serve individuals, couples, and families struggling with everyday life challenges and those who are struggling with life long mental illness.
Life can come at you pretty fast and knock you down pretty hard, leaving you feeling helpless, hopeless, afraid, and anxious. We all can lose our footing and confidence in who we are. People often just need someone with an open, non-judgmental ear, to listen to, understand, and guide them to better choices that will lead to a better family, work, and personal life. Others may require deeper more intensive therapeutic approaches due to chronic exposure to trauma.
(404) 238-7938 View (404) 238-7938
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Anita Mullins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MFT
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30064
I have been in the social services/medical arena for over 20 years with widely diverse populations. I work with individuals, couples and families dealing with addiction and other behavioral health issues. I have extensive experience working with the elderly, individuals with chronic illness, chronic mental illness and those battling obesity and seeking bariatric surgery, domestic violence and chronic mental illness. I often work with an Addiction Medicine Specialist and can offer individualized supportive addiction/recovery therapy. I enjoy diversity and exploring our similarities and differences. I have a Master of Family Therapy Degree in addition to being a LMFT.
I have been in the social services/medical arena for over 20 years with widely diverse populations. I work with individuals, couples and families dealing with addiction and other behavioral health issues. I have extensive experience working with the elderly, individuals with chronic illness, chronic mental illness and those battling obesity and seeking bariatric surgery, domestic violence and chronic mental illness. I often work with an Addiction Medicine Specialist and can offer individualized supportive addiction/recovery therapy. I enjoy diversity and exploring our similarities and differences. I have a Master of Family Therapy Degree in addition to being a LMFT.
(770) 285-0717 View (770) 285-0717
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Rise Above It! LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30068  (Online Only)
I have been a therapist for 22 years and have worked in this field for 23 years. I have extensive experience in crisis intervention, depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress management. I want to help my clients develop self-awareness and coping skills for their challenges by utilizing their strengths and social supports. Clients must be motivated to get help so they can eventually help themselves. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I have been a therapist for 22 years and have worked in this field for 23 years. I have extensive experience in crisis intervention, depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress management. I want to help my clients develop self-awareness and coping skills for their challenges by utilizing their strengths and social supports. Clients must be motivated to get help so they can eventually help themselves. I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
(678) 721-8305 View (678) 721-8305
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Mayi Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
Do you need help with your relationship? I specialize in Couples Counseling, with a speciality in premarital counseling. I help couples design their marriage. I choose to work with only a select few clients who are motivated and who recognize the investment of marital counseling. This is the most important investment that you will make in your relationship. Counseling is a priority and should be completed at the first indication of problems. I work with couples and individuals online and in person for a fee of $150 (individuals) and $200 (Couples) per session.
Do you need help with your relationship? I specialize in Couples Counseling, with a speciality in premarital counseling. I help couples design their marriage. I choose to work with only a select few clients who are motivated and who recognize the investment of marital counseling. This is the most important investment that you will make in your relationship. Counseling is a priority and should be completed at the first indication of problems. I work with couples and individuals online and in person for a fee of $150 (individuals) and $200 (Couples) per session.
(404) 620-6773 View (404) 620-6773
Photo of Nona Giddens, Licensed Professional Counselor in Marietta, GA
Nona Giddens
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
I bring into the therapeutic relationship, experience and expertise in the areas of anxiety, depression, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, Adjustment Disorder, ADHD and ODD.
At Alan Behrman & Associates, PC we believe in no criticism, no judgement, and no condemnation. I consider it a privilege and honor to join you on your journey to healing, wellness and wholeness. I have several years of experience with serving children, teens, and adults in providing individual, family, couples and group counseling. Through therapeutic excellence and compassionate care, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your life goals of mental and emotional health so that you can be the person you envision and aspire to be.
I bring into the therapeutic relationship, experience and expertise in the areas of anxiety, depression, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, Adjustment Disorder, ADHD and ODD.
At Alan Behrman & Associates, PC we believe in no criticism, no judgement, and no condemnation. I consider it a privilege and honor to join you on your journey to healing, wellness and wholeness. I have several years of experience with serving children, teens, and adults in providing individual, family, couples and group counseling. Through therapeutic excellence and compassionate care, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your life goals of mental and emotional health so that you can be the person you envision and aspire to be.
(470) 613-2661 View (470) 613-2661
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Marlo Keenan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, GC-C, CMIP, CCATP
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30060
Some areas of experience and interest include anxiety, sleep/insomnia issues, grief/loss, trauma, women’s issues, couples therapy, co-parenting issues, work/life balance, coping skills, self-esteem, and depression.
Welcome! I am delighted that you have made a choice to embark on a brave journey towards self-actualization, healing, and growth. Do you feel anxious and overwhelmed? Are you sleeping? Have you experienced loss and traumatic events? Are you COVID exhausted? It is my privilege to work with you as we explore all that has brought you to seek counseling at this time. Let me help you TO NOT be a prisoner of your own mind!
Some areas of experience and interest include anxiety, sleep/insomnia issues, grief/loss, trauma, women’s issues, couples therapy, co-parenting issues, work/life balance, coping skills, self-esteem, and depression.
Welcome! I am delighted that you have made a choice to embark on a brave journey towards self-actualization, healing, and growth. Do you feel anxious and overwhelmed? Are you sleeping? Have you experienced loss and traumatic events? Are you COVID exhausted? It is my privilege to work with you as we explore all that has brought you to seek counseling at this time. Let me help you TO NOT be a prisoner of your own mind!
(470) 735-2161 View (470) 735-2161
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.