How to find Frisco Marriage Counseling

Finding the right marriage counselor in Frisco can be harder than it sounds. Couples therapy is a specialty, and therapists can differ considerably in their training, approach, and experience working with relationships.

I know the Frisco area well because I previously practiced there before relocating to Colorado. I’m still licensed as an LMFT in Texas and continue to work with couples in Frisco and throughout Texas through online therapy.

If you’re looking for marriage counseling in Frisco, this guide can help you know what to look for, whether you’re considering online therapy or prefer to meet with a therapist in person.

Qualities to Look for in a Frisco Marriage Counselor

Fit between the couple and therapist: 

The fit between you and your therapist matters, especially in couples therapy. Both partners need to feel like the therapist understands what’s happening, can work fairly with both of you, and has your relationship’s best interests in mind.

I sometimes compare finding an individual therapist to dating. But finding a marriage therapist is more like finding couple friends. You both have to like them. Both of you need to feel comfortable enough to be honest while also trusting that the therapist will challenge you when needed.

Therapists experienced with couples: 

Marriage counseling isn’t the same as individual therapy with an extra person in the room. Couples work requires a therapist who can pay attention to what’s happening between two people while also understanding the individual experiences each partner brings into the relationship.

When looking for a Frisco marriage counselor, look for someone who works extensively with couples and has specialized training in couples therapy. Ask about their experience, the approaches they use, and how much of their practice is actually devoted to working with relationships.

My practice is focused almost exclusively on couples, including couples in Frisco and throughout Texas who work with me through online therapy. I love the complexity of this work, especially helping couples understand why they keep getting stuck in the same places and what they can actually do differently.

Specialized Training and Ongoing Education:

Couples therapy is a specialty, and graduate school is only the beginning of learning how to do it well. When choosing a therapist, look for someone who has pursued advanced training specifically in working with couples and continues developing those skills.

There are several established approaches to couples therapy, including the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the Developmental Model, and Imago. You don’t necessarily need to become an expert in all of them before choosing a therapist. What matters more is that your therapist has intentionally trained in couples work and can explain how their approach might help with the concerns bringing you in.

I’ve completed Level 3 Training in the Gottman Method and also draw heavily from the Developmental Model of Couples Therapy. These approaches give me both practical tools for helping couples manage conflict and strengthen their relationship and a framework for understanding the individual differences each partner brings into it.

I’m also an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and hold a Certificate in Sexual Health from the University of Michigan. That means sexual concerns don’t have to become an awkward side topic in couples therapy. I work with couples around concerns such as differences in desire, sexual communication, pleasure, arousal and orgasm concerns, painful sex, sexual anxiety or shame, and differences around pornography use.

Looking for Marriage Counseling in Frisco?

I provide online marriage counseling and sex therapy for couples in Frisco and throughout Texas. I previously practiced in the Frisco area in person, and although my physical office is now in Colorado, I remain licensed as an LMFT in Texas and continue working with Texas couples online.

If you're looking for a Frisco marriage counselor, a free 15-minute consultation gives both of you a chance to meet me, tell me a little about what's bringing you in, ask questions, and see whether online therapy feels like a good fit.

Ready to talk? Schedule your free 15-minute consultation.