Couples Counseling Denver for High-Achieving, Values-Driven Relationships
Reconnect with your partner, deepen intimacy, and break free from the patterns keeping you stuck through online or in person couples counseling
Couples Counseling Denver That Gets to the Root, Not Just the Symptoms
Tired of having the same fight over and over?
Feel more like roommates than partners?
Worried that your relationship won't survive another year—let alone a lifetime?
Generic advice like “just talk it out” isn’t cutting it—and you know it. If it were that simple, you wouldn’t be here. What you need is a deeper kind of support: couples counseling that helps you understand the emotional patterns, protective behaviors, and unspoken fears that keep you stuck in the same arguments or growing further apart.
In my Denver-based couples therapy practice, I work with clients who are committed to doing the real work—not just managing conflict, but transforming how they relate. Whether you’re navigating long-standing tension, emotional shutdown, or a loss of intimacy, we’ll move beyond surface fixes to build lasting change from the inside out.
Meet Your Therapist: An expert couples counselor in Denver
Hi, I’m Marina Stanton, a licensed marriage and family therapist and AASECT-certified sex therapist located just outside Denver in Centennial, Colorado.
I didn’t get into this field to hand out generic communication tips. I became a therapist because I lived what it feels like to be stuck in a relationship—disconnected, frustrated, and unsure how to fix it. And I also know what it takes to build something stronger.
Here’s what you can expect when we work together:
A no-BS, compassionate approach rooted in deep clinical expertise
A focus on growth, not just symptom relief
Honest conversations about sex, values, identity, and all the stuff most people avoid
A warm, judgment-free space where accountability and empathy go hand in hand
I specialize in working with couples who are serious about doing the work. Many of my clients are religiously conservative, and I’m deeply familiar with the dynamics that can show up in those communities. I’m also trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and passionate about helping couples reconnect without losing themselves in the process.
Couples Counseling in Denver That Goes Beyond Surface-Level Tools
I’m not the kind of couples counselor who just nods along and tells you to "communicate better." That’s not helpful. You probably already know what you're "supposed to" do—what you need is support getting to the why behind your stuck patterns.
I work with committed, motivated couples who are ready to stop blaming, start reflecting, and dig into the deeper emotional and relational dynamics that actually change things.
As a licensed marriage and family therapist and AASECT-certified sex therapist based in Denver (with an office in Centennial and telehealth across Colorado), I specialize in helping couples:
Navigate desire discrepancies and sexual intimacy issues
Break out of conflict cycles that leave you feeling unheard, defensive, or shut down
Rebuild connection after years of disconnection or stress
Work through differences in values, religion, parenting, or neurodiversity
Move from managing problems to actually transforming the way you relate
What Makes My Couples Counseling Approach Different?
You’ve probably tried some version of "date nights" or read the books. You may have even been to therapy before. But here’s the thing: real change doesn’t come from quick fixes.
My work as a Denver couples counselor is rooted in the Developmental Model of Couples Therapy, which helps you grow as individuals and as a couple. We’ll focus on increasing differentiation, which is your ability to stay grounded in yourself without losing connection with each other.
I also bring my lived experience to the room: I’ve navigated major transitions, and I know what it’s like to feel lost in your relationship. Clients appreciate that I’m honest, irreverent, emotionally attuned, and will call you and your partner on your BS. If you want someone who will challenge you with compassion, I’m your person.
Couples Counseling in Denver and Beyond—Flexible Options That Fit Your Life
Online or In-Person Couples Counseling in Denver
Whether you prefer the comfort of in-person sessions or the convenience of online therapy, you can access expert couples counseling in a way that works for your life.
I see couples in person at my private office in Centennial, Colorado—just a short drive from Denver, Highlands Ranch, Littleton, and Parker. The space is designed to feel warm, inviting, and safe—not clinical or cold—so you and your partner can focus on the work, not the environment.
Can’t make it to Centennial? I offer secure, HIPAA-compliant online couples counseling for clients across Colorado, Texas, Utah, and Washington. Whether you're located in Denver, Boulder, Salt Lake City, Austin, or a small town in between, you can still get high-quality relationship support without fighting traffic or rearranging your whole week.
Online couples therapy is just as effective as in-person work—sometimes even more so for busy, values-driven couples managing careers, parenting, or complex schedules. All you need is a strong internet connection, a private space, and a willingness to show up.
However we meet, the heart of the work is the same: honest conversations, actionable insights, and meaningful change that helps you reconnect and move forward—together.You can work with me in the way that fits your life best.
Therapy Shouldn’t Feel Like One More Thing You’re Failing At
Couples counseling isn’t about “fixing” one partner or deciding who’s right. It’s about creating a relationship where both of you can feel more understood, more connected, and more yourself.
Whether you’re navigating a long-term dry spell, struggling to recover your spark, or just wanting to feel like friends again,, therapy can help you both move forward—together.
Click below to schedule your free 15-minute consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Couples Counseling in Denver
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Couples counseling is a type of therapy that helps partners improve their communication, connection, and emotional intimacy. In my Denver-based couples counseling practice, I help clients uncover the deeper patterns driving their disconnection like avoidance, resentment, or unresolved stress, and learn how to engage more intentionally.
This work isn’t about deciding who’s “right” or fixing one partner. It’s about helping both of you better understand yourselves, your dynamic, and what’s getting in the way of the kind of relationship you actually want. Whether you’re dealing with emotional distance, sexual disconnection, or just stuck in repetitive arguments, therapy can help you get unstuck and move forward.
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Most couples wait too long to get support. If you're feeling disconnected, stuck in recurring arguments, or just unsure how to talk without defensiveness or withdrawal, therapy can help. You don’t need to be “on the brink” to benefit. In fact, many Denver couples come to therapy because they want more—more connection, more intimacy, more growth.
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Start by looking for a licensed couples therapist who specializes in relationship dynamics, not just general mental health. If you're in Denver or the south metro area (like Highlands Ranch, Littleton, or Parker), search for someone local who also offers flexible options like telehealth. Bonus if they’re trained in evidence-based approaches like the Developmental Model, EFT, or Gottman.
You’ll want to read a therapist’s website, get a feel for their style, and see if their experience matches your needs.
For example, I specialize in helping couples navigate desire discrepancies, values-based conflict, and communication difficulties. I also offer a free 15-minute consultation so you can make sure it’s a good fit before committing.
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I work with all types of committed couples—married, partnered, LGBTQ+, interfaith, neurodiverse, and more. Many of my clients are professionals in the Denver area balancing work, parenting, and marriage. What they have in common is a deep desire to grow—not just as a couple, but as individuals.
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Yes—and thank goodness, because most couples aren’t. I’m a certified sex therapist, which means I bring both comfort and clinical training to conversations around desire, libido differences, pain during sex, performance anxiety, and more. Denver couples often struggle to find safe, educated support around intimacy—this is a space where we go there.
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Every couple is different. Some come in for a “tune-up” and feel satisfied after 8–12 sessions. Others with more complex histories may stay longer. We'll set goals together and reassess along the way. Therapy is an investment—and I respect your time, money, and energy.
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Yes! My Centennial office is located just south of Denver with free, easy parking. No need to circle a downtown block or deal with a crowded garage. I also offer online therapy sessions for busy professionals who prefer to meet from home, their office, or even their car.
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Yes! While my physical office is located in Centennial, just south of Denver, I work with couples across Colorado, Texas, Utah, and Washington via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth. Whether you’re in Boulder, Fort Collins, Grand Junction, Salt Lake City, Austin, or a small rural town, you can still access high-quality couples counseling without the hassle of a commute.
Online couples therapy is especially helpful for busy professionals, parents, or those living in areas where specialized relationship support is hard to find. You’ll get the same expertise, focus, and depth of work just from the comfort of your own space.