Photo of Elizabeth Fontenelle Chisolm, Licensed Professional Counselor in Belle Chasse, LA
Elizabeth Fontenelle Chisolm
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MPH, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Belle Chasse, LA 70037  (Online Only)
I work with individuals, couples and families utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, with telecounseling.
You may find yourself needing support for all that's going on in your life and find few places and people to help you work through them. I'd like to offer you the option to work on your issues and life's challenges in the comfort of your home, with telecounseling sessions. You can find the peace and comfort you need with cognitive behavioral therapy on your schedule and take the stress of getting there out of the picture.
I work with individuals, couples and families utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, with telecounseling.
You may find yourself needing support for all that's going on in your life and find few places and people to help you work through them. I'd like to offer you the option to work on your issues and life's challenges in the comfort of your home, with telecounseling sessions. You can find the peace and comfort you need with cognitive behavioral therapy on your schedule and take the stress of getting there out of the picture.
(504) 688-7529 View (504) 688-7529
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Dr. Gloria M. Lanoux Phd
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, D-MFT, LPC, NCC, LPN
Verified Verified
Belle Chasse, LA 70037
I have the knowledge, wisdom, experience and professionalism to help you with your problems. Ask yourself what will it take to lessen the pain you are experiencing. I can help! Now, ask yourself what makes you feel alive, content and happy? Recognize that working together we can change your desires into realities. I approach psycho-therapeutic counseling in a holistic fashion. I have great successes in assisting patients to cope with anxiety and depression, the traumas of abuse, teen-age cutters, divorce, death/loss, self-injury and debilitating physical injuries. My style of psychotherapy is more than just emotional support.
I have the knowledge, wisdom, experience and professionalism to help you with your problems. Ask yourself what will it take to lessen the pain you are experiencing. I can help! Now, ask yourself what makes you feel alive, content and happy? Recognize that working together we can change your desires into realities. I approach psycho-therapeutic counseling in a holistic fashion. I have great successes in assisting patients to cope with anxiety and depression, the traumas of abuse, teen-age cutters, divorce, death/loss, self-injury and debilitating physical injuries. My style of psychotherapy is more than just emotional support.
(504) 667-5775 View (504) 667-5775

Online Therapists

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Dr. Karen A Pellerin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70130  (Online Only)
Welcome to my profile! I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience. I pride my practice on delivering exceptional personalized care in a confidential, supportive environment. Whether you're feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with life transitions or changes, uncertain about your career path, or having relationship concerns, my approach is to help you find positive alternatives to overcome these challenges. Therapy can help you gain a better understanding and insight into how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence each other and how these patterns can either hinder you from or propel you toward your desired goals, achievements, and emotional satisfaction.
Welcome to my profile! I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience. I pride my practice on delivering exceptional personalized care in a confidential, supportive environment. Whether you're feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with life transitions or changes, uncertain about your career path, or having relationship concerns, my approach is to help you find positive alternatives to overcome these challenges. Therapy can help you gain a better understanding and insight into how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence each other and how these patterns can either hinder you from or propel you toward your desired goals, achievements, and emotional satisfaction.
(504) 414-6362 View (504) 414-6362
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Brandy Sheth
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metairie, LA 70002
I am accepting new clients! Do you feel sad, anxious, stressed out, not sure where to turn? Do you have trouble sleeping or just not happy with the direction your life is going? Are you struggling with addiction or relationship issues? By making the brave decision to attend therapy, we can work on these issues resulting in less anxiety and depression and improved quality of life. I am a licensed professional counselor with over 16 years experience. I specialize in anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
I am accepting new clients! Do you feel sad, anxious, stressed out, not sure where to turn? Do you have trouble sleeping or just not happy with the direction your life is going? Are you struggling with addiction or relationship issues? By making the brave decision to attend therapy, we can work on these issues resulting in less anxiety and depression and improved quality of life. I am a licensed professional counselor with over 16 years experience. I specialize in anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
(504) 684-5260 View (504) 684-5260
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Chris Tarver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Although each human experience and journey is unique, they are closely intertwined with others. Most of the struggles that a person seeks therapeutic services for are not isolated to them, one situation, nor issue. I truly seek a holistic and eclectic approach allowing for individualized care that can have a greater impact in providing hope and change. Through my training and various experiences, I have found many innovative ways in treating families, adults, adolescents, young adults, and couples that are struggling with: depression, anxiety, addiction, family discord, grief, mental and behavioral issues, and failure to launch.
Although each human experience and journey is unique, they are closely intertwined with others. Most of the struggles that a person seeks therapeutic services for are not isolated to them, one situation, nor issue. I truly seek a holistic and eclectic approach allowing for individualized care that can have a greater impact in providing hope and change. Through my training and various experiences, I have found many innovative ways in treating families, adults, adolescents, young adults, and couples that are struggling with: depression, anxiety, addiction, family discord, grief, mental and behavioral issues, and failure to launch.
(435) 210-6889 View (435) 210-6889
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Transition Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT, CDVC
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70002
I am skilled in helping the client with issues of anxiety, depression. and most relationship issues. Assisting them and empowering them through the transitions of modern life. As a member of The No Abuse Coalition, I am approved as a Duluth specialist in anger management and domestic violence counseling for the court systems in the surrounding parishes. Healthy relationship skills can make a difference in the harmony in our lives. I enjoy working with couples to restore and enhance their love relationship. As a nonanxious presence, I will be there with you to process your thoughts and feelings
I am skilled in helping the client with issues of anxiety, depression. and most relationship issues. Assisting them and empowering them through the transitions of modern life. As a member of The No Abuse Coalition, I am approved as a Duluth specialist in anger management and domestic violence counseling for the court systems in the surrounding parishes. Healthy relationship skills can make a difference in the harmony in our lives. I enjoy working with couples to restore and enhance their love relationship. As a nonanxious presence, I will be there with you to process your thoughts and feelings
(504) 315-1959 View (504) 315-1959
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The Uptown Counseling Center
PsyD, MP
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70118
We specialize in Eating Disorders, Addictive Disorders, Couples Therapy, and Anxiety and Depressive Disorders.
At the Uptown Counseling Center, we provide expert treatment for Eating Disorders, Addictive and Substance Abuse Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, and Couples/Relational Therapy. Our staff is here to help you enjoy your better life.
We specialize in Eating Disorders, Addictive Disorders, Couples Therapy, and Anxiety and Depressive Disorders.
At the Uptown Counseling Center, we provide expert treatment for Eating Disorders, Addictive and Substance Abuse Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, and Couples/Relational Therapy. Our staff is here to help you enjoy your better life.
(504) 226-6425 View (504) 226-6425
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Renisha Cecilia Oubre
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vacherie, LA 70090  (Online Only)
My clientele includes all human beings: children, adolescents, teens, adults, and couples, that may experience various issues: ADHD, abuse, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, and substance abuse. In addition, I also work with clients who are diagnosed with depression, anxiety, relationship and family of origin issues, borderline personality, and high-risk behaviors such as alcohol use/abuse. I also work with members of the LGBTQ+ community and the BIPOC community.
My clientele includes all human beings: children, adolescents, teens, adults, and couples, that may experience various issues: ADHD, abuse, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, and substance abuse. In addition, I also work with clients who are diagnosed with depression, anxiety, relationship and family of origin issues, borderline personality, and high-risk behaviors such as alcohol use/abuse. I also work with members of the LGBTQ+ community and the BIPOC community.
(225) 351-2342 View (225) 351-2342
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Emily C. Major, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Issues I commonly treat: anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, separation/divorce, defiant behaviors, anger management, those struggling to use healthy coping skills, ADHD, social skills difficulties, relationship conflict, those struggling with peer pressure/social media issues, those struggling with their sense of self and sexual identity, and more.
Life presents many challenges on a daily basis. It is of my opinion that seeking help from a professional, regardless of what you may be going through, could be the most rewarding experience of your life. It brings me much pleasure to treat clients from a variety of backgrounds and to help guide them through difficult or confusing times in their lives.
Issues I commonly treat: anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, separation/divorce, defiant behaviors, anger management, those struggling to use healthy coping skills, ADHD, social skills difficulties, relationship conflict, those struggling with peer pressure/social media issues, those struggling with their sense of self and sexual identity, and more.
Life presents many challenges on a daily basis. It is of my opinion that seeking help from a professional, regardless of what you may be going through, could be the most rewarding experience of your life. It brings me much pleasure to treat clients from a variety of backgrounds and to help guide them through difficult or confusing times in their lives.
(225) 650-7804 View (225) 650-7804
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Doug White & Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
We take a non-judgmental empathetic approach to help you or your spouse thrive in recovery.
Doug White and Associates provides a wide range of services for those who have mental health struggles. Our practice takes pride in offering services to the community through six clinicians who specialize in a wide range of mental health areas. Our practice, as a whole, specializes in Sexual and Porn Addiction, but we are grateful to have a team that can help with many different areas. The staff at Doug White and Associates is highly trained and skilled in helping individuals recover from sexual addiction, pornography addiction, affairs, and other process addictions.
We take a non-judgmental empathetic approach to help you or your spouse thrive in recovery.
Doug White and Associates provides a wide range of services for those who have mental health struggles. Our practice takes pride in offering services to the community through six clinicians who specialize in a wide range of mental health areas. Our practice, as a whole, specializes in Sexual and Porn Addiction, but we are grateful to have a team that can help with many different areas. The staff at Doug White and Associates is highly trained and skilled in helping individuals recover from sexual addiction, pornography addiction, affairs, and other process addictions.
(225) 372-5305 View (225) 372-5305
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Freedom Within, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Covington, LA 70433
I offer services to individuals, couples/ marriage therapy, trauma therapy, career counseling.
Transition is a natural part of life whether a transition from high school to college, getting married or divorced, or changing careers. Both positive and negative transition can bring stress into the family. I work with Adults & Children 7 years and above. As a military combat veteran, I have interacted with cultures around the globe. Assisting active military, veterans, and their families is a passion of mine. Conversely, I have great experience in settings where the average client has not had military experience. I take a direct approach when working with people where you meeting your goals is the focus for the sessions.
I offer services to individuals, couples/ marriage therapy, trauma therapy, career counseling.
Transition is a natural part of life whether a transition from high school to college, getting married or divorced, or changing careers. Both positive and negative transition can bring stress into the family. I work with Adults & Children 7 years and above. As a military combat veteran, I have interacted with cultures around the globe. Assisting active military, veterans, and their families is a passion of mine. Conversely, I have great experience in settings where the average client has not had military experience. I take a direct approach when working with people where you meeting your goals is the focus for the sessions.
(985) 202-5650 View (985) 202-5650
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Madeline Elise Corcoran
PLPC, MA
Verified Verified
New Orleans, LA 70119
Waitlist for new clients
I work with couples/partnerships and co-parents seeking to deepen their relationships, improve communication, and understand one another's values. I enjoy working with couples seeking to revive or maintain romantic relationships, as well as co-parents navigating divorce. When working with co-parents I seek to help parents develop strategies for increased communication, boundary setting, and collaboration. I have experience working with folks in polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous relationships. I offer my clients the opportunity to explore their relationship wants and needs.
I work with couples/partnerships and co-parents seeking to deepen their relationships, improve communication, and understand one another's values. I enjoy working with couples seeking to revive or maintain romantic relationships, as well as co-parents navigating divorce. When working with co-parents I seek to help parents develop strategies for increased communication, boundary setting, and collaboration. I have experience working with folks in polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous relationships. I offer my clients the opportunity to explore their relationship wants and needs.
(504) 676-5395 View (504) 676-5395
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Shanon Briner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70005
I work with children, adolescents, and adults; and provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families.
Welcome, I have the highest regard for the struggles you or your family have been facing. I see counseling as a process that you and I as the counselor come to understand and trust one another to explore and develop goals for an improved life. I offer a confidential atmosphere in which therapy is a cornerstone. When you experience issues and feel you are at a stand still in life, I am here to offer hope and tools to help you discover the strength within yourself. I work with commitment and diligence just as you do in the counseling process.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults; and provide therapy for individuals, couples, and families.
Welcome, I have the highest regard for the struggles you or your family have been facing. I see counseling as a process that you and I as the counselor come to understand and trust one another to explore and develop goals for an improved life. I offer a confidential atmosphere in which therapy is a cornerstone. When you experience issues and feel you are at a stand still in life, I am here to offer hope and tools to help you discover the strength within yourself. I work with commitment and diligence just as you do in the counseling process.
(504) 226-8268 View (504) 226-8268
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Jaolanda Lawson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Baker, LA 70714  (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients in the State of Louisiana. My goal in counseling is to create a space for you to feel valued , belonged, and accepted. I work with individuals, children, families, and couples. With over 8 years of professional experience, I love helping people with overcoming life challenges. I specialize in mental health, Addictions, grief, trauma, anger management, self-esteem issues. I approach counseling with empathy and understanding. I strive to help individuals heal and become the best version of themselves.
Now Accepting New Clients in the State of Louisiana. My goal in counseling is to create a space for you to feel valued , belonged, and accepted. I work with individuals, children, families, and couples. With over 8 years of professional experience, I love helping people with overcoming life challenges. I specialize in mental health, Addictions, grief, trauma, anger management, self-esteem issues. I approach counseling with empathy and understanding. I strive to help individuals heal and become the best version of themselves.
(225) 825-8226 View (225) 825-8226
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Denise F. Matherne, LPC LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70006
Counseling can appear to be overwhelming and intimidating. However it does not have to be this way. As we seek validation and acceptance in our lives, there are certain paths that we must take to find them. I believe one of the most important things is for people to learn how to get along with other important people in their lives, such as friends, spouses, siblings, relatives, co-workers, etc. Additionally, I strongly believe that the fundamental relationship between a client and counselor is to foster openness, trust, and personal growth.
Counseling can appear to be overwhelming and intimidating. However it does not have to be this way. As we seek validation and acceptance in our lives, there are certain paths that we must take to find them. I believe one of the most important things is for people to learn how to get along with other important people in their lives, such as friends, spouses, siblings, relatives, co-workers, etc. Additionally, I strongly believe that the fundamental relationship between a client and counselor is to foster openness, trust, and personal growth.
(504) 784-6520 View (504) 784-6520
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Refinery Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CAS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
With 10+ years of experience, I work with clients with a variety of mental health needs. I work with children as young as 3 in play-based therapy, addressing anxiety, behavioral issues, parenting needs and familial transitions. I also work with couples exploring pre-marital counseling, marriage counseling, separation/divorce or co-parenting. I work with teens struggling with anxiety or depression as they navigate the realms of social media and pressures of GenZ. I also see many adult clients 1:1 who just need extra support in this season of life: whether from work stressors or family conflict or just wanting better mental wellness.
With 10+ years of experience, I work with clients with a variety of mental health needs. I work with children as young as 3 in play-based therapy, addressing anxiety, behavioral issues, parenting needs and familial transitions. I also work with couples exploring pre-marital counseling, marriage counseling, separation/divorce or co-parenting. I work with teens struggling with anxiety or depression as they navigate the realms of social media and pressures of GenZ. I also see many adult clients 1:1 who just need extra support in this season of life: whether from work stressors or family conflict or just wanting better mental wellness.
(225) 438-9484 View (225) 438-9484
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Monica Baltodano-Dubey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR, ACE, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Metairie, LA 70001
I am a Faith Based (Catholic/Christian) License Professional Counselor. Certified in Trauma, Grief and Loss that loves working with Adolescents, Couples, Families and Individuals since 2004. I strongly believe that through our life our experiences may leave deep wounds that stop us from being loved by others and giving love to others. Through Therapy, one can begin to process these wounds, as a heart surgeon unclogs the arteries of the heart, and begin to feel like the loving individual that God created us to be and wants us to be
I am a Faith Based (Catholic/Christian) License Professional Counselor. Certified in Trauma, Grief and Loss that loves working with Adolescents, Couples, Families and Individuals since 2004. I strongly believe that through our life our experiences may leave deep wounds that stop us from being loved by others and giving love to others. Through Therapy, one can begin to process these wounds, as a heart surgeon unclogs the arteries of the heart, and begin to feel like the loving individual that God created us to be and wants us to be
(504) 608-3994 View (504) 608-3994
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Cheryl Brodnax
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA, MBA, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
The counseling relationship can help shoulder the burden and provide new approaches to overcoming challenges.
I work with families, children, and teenagers to help equip them with skills needed to thrive in life, and resolve conflict. As a parent and youth volunteer within the community, my heart is for this young generation and the issues they face. Depression, anxiety, stress, and peer struggles threaten the emotional well-being of our kids. Sadly, suicide is now one of the leading causes of death for this age group. It’s imperative that our youth receive an outlet for their emotional stress and injury, and receive the coping skills to work through the obstacles they’ll face now and as adults.
The counseling relationship can help shoulder the burden and provide new approaches to overcoming challenges.
I work with families, children, and teenagers to help equip them with skills needed to thrive in life, and resolve conflict. As a parent and youth volunteer within the community, my heart is for this young generation and the issues they face. Depression, anxiety, stress, and peer struggles threaten the emotional well-being of our kids. Sadly, suicide is now one of the leading causes of death for this age group. It’s imperative that our youth receive an outlet for their emotional stress and injury, and receive the coping skills to work through the obstacles they’ll face now and as adults.
(225) 307-4289 View (225) 307-4289
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Casey Coleman
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, PLMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hammond, LA 70403
My personal journey, systemic training, and calm demeanor will assist me in working with teens and young adults, couples, and families as they navigate life’s many transitions, find their identity, and become the people they envision themselves to be.
Teenage years and young adulthood can be very difficult to navigate. You are trying to figure out who you are, what kind of friends you want, what to do about your family, and where you are going in life.Growing up in New Orleans as a black woman with a visual impairment, I have experienced the struggles of finding that exact taks. You want to move forward in peace and confidence. Therapy can be helpful in understanding and overcoming the obstacles that come up in everyday life. It is important to feel comfortable enough with your therapist to open up in order to heal and collaboratively find positive solutions to attain your goals
My personal journey, systemic training, and calm demeanor will assist me in working with teens and young adults, couples, and families as they navigate life’s many transitions, find their identity, and become the people they envision themselves to be.
Teenage years and young adulthood can be very difficult to navigate. You are trying to figure out who you are, what kind of friends you want, what to do about your family, and where you are going in life.Growing up in New Orleans as a black woman with a visual impairment, I have experienced the struggles of finding that exact taks. You want to move forward in peace and confidence. Therapy can be helpful in understanding and overcoming the obstacles that come up in everyday life. It is important to feel comfortable enough with your therapist to open up in order to heal and collaboratively find positive solutions to attain your goals
(504) 285-2439 View (504) 285-2439
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Lagarde Counseling Service
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCBT, CFAS, CCSOTS
Verified Verified
Harvey, LA 70058
My name is Lorraine Lagarde I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Louisiana. I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. My career has been spent working with adults, adolescents, and families. I work from a collaborative, strengths-based approach, aiding and supporting clients to be the author of their own lives. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, grief and loss, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and trauma.
My name is Lorraine Lagarde I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Louisiana. I have worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. My career has been spent working with adults, adolescents, and families. I work from a collaborative, strengths-based approach, aiding and supporting clients to be the author of their own lives. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, grief and loss, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and trauma.
(504) 285-2479 View (504) 285-2479

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Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.