Marriage Counseling Texas

Strengthen Your Marriage with Compassionate, Expert Counseling

Marriage is one of life’s most rewarding but challenging relationships. Whether you’re navigating communication breakdowns, rebuilding trust after a breach, or simply seeking deeper connection, marriage counseling can help you create a stronger, more resilient partnership.

I offer specialized marriage counseling to couples across Texas, providing a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your relationship challenges and develop practical tools to improve your connection.

Why Choose Marriage Counseling?

Marriage counseling isn’t just for couples in crisis. Many couples seek therapy proactively to enhance communication, manage life transitions, or deepen emotional and physical intimacy. Through counseling, you can:

  • Resolve conflicts in healthy, constructive ways

  • Improve communication and listening skills

  • Rebuild trust after betrayal

  • Navigate parenting and blended family challenges

  • Reignite emotional and physical connection

Together, we’ll work toward a marriage that feels supportive, meaningful, and fulfilling.

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Meet Your Therapist: An Expert Marriage Counselor Serving Texas

Hi, I’m Marina Stanton, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and AASECT-certified sex therapist providing online marriage counseling and therapy to individuals and couples across Texas—including Frisco, Dallas, Austin, Houston, and beyond.

I specialize in working with clients from religiously conservative or Christian backgrounds who are navigating relationship and sexual challenges while honoring their deeply held values. Many of my clients were raised believing that sex is shameful, dangerous, or only acceptable under strict conditions. Others feel stuck or confused because their current relationship or sexual experience doesn’t match what they expected.

My approach is rooted in the Developmental Model and the concept of differentiation—helping couples and individuals develop emotional clarity, resilience, and the ability to stay connected and present, even through difficult conversations.

Marriage counseling and sex therapy go hand in hand in my practice because a fulfilling relationship includes emotional safety, mutual respect, and deep connection. Whether you’re facing communication issues, rebuilding trust, desire discrepancies, or disconnection, I meet you where you are—with empathy, insight, and practical tools designed to help you move forward toward a healthier, more satisfying partnership.

Why You Need a Specialist for Marriage Counseling

Not all therapists are comfortable or trained to work with couples. Marriage counseling is a highly specialized niche that requires unique skills, training, and sensitivity to the complex dynamics between partners. It’s different from individual therapy because it involves managing two perspectives, often navigating conflict, and fostering emotional safety for both partners simultaneously.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and AASECT-certified sex therapist, I bring specialized expertise to this work. I understand the nuances of couple dynamics and the importance of addressing both emotional and physical intimacy within the relationship. My goal is to create a safe environment where both partners feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow together.

Why You Should Work With Me as a Texas Marriage Counselor

Choosing the right therapist for marriage counseling is one of the most important steps you can take for your relationship. I don’t just offer a listening ear or validation — though those are important — I’m committed to helping you grow and transform your relationship in meaningful ways.

My approach is rooted in the developmental model of relationships, which means I help couples understand where they are in their relationship journey and what growth tasks or challenges are most relevant for them at that time. This framework allows us to tailor therapy to your unique stage and needs, whether you’re newly married or navigating long-term transitions.

I believe in balancing compassion with challenge. I’ll create a safe space where both partners feel heard and respected, but I also encourage you to step outside comfort zones, face difficult truths, and develop new ways of relating. Growth often requires courage, and I’m here to support and guide you through that process.

To maximize the impact of our work together, I regularly assign homework exercises—practical tools and reflections to practice between sessions. These assignments help you apply new skills, deepen your insight, and build lasting change beyond our time together.

As an AASECT-certified sex therapist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I bring specialized training to address both the emotional and physical dimensions of your marriage. You’ll receive thoughtful, practical tools tailored to your unique needs and values, helping you build a relationship that is not only stable but deeply fulfilling.

With me, therapy is active, engaging, and focused on real, sustainable change — so you don’t just feel better after sessions, you live better in your relationship every day.

Serving Texas with Online Marriage Counseling

Living in Texas doesn’t mean you have to compromise on the quality of marriage counseling you receive. While I’m based in Centennial, Colorado, I provide expert online marriage counseling therapy to couples throughout Texas. This means you can access specialized, compassionate support from the comfort and privacy of your own home—whether you’re in Dallas, Houston, Austin, or anywhere else in the state.

Online therapy eliminates common barriers like traffic, commute time, and scheduling conflicts, making it easier for busy couples to prioritize their relationship. Many of my Texas clients find that virtual sessions allow them to feel more relaxed and open, helping us dive deeper into meaningful work.

I use a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform to ensure your privacy and confidentiality, so you can focus fully on healing and growth. No matter where you live in Texas, I’m here to help you strengthen your marriage with flexible, accessible counseling tailored to your needs.

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Ready to get started?

Start Your Marriage Counseling Journey Today

If you’re ready to take positive steps toward a healthier marriage, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. We’ll talk about your goals and challenges, and I’ll explain how marriage counseling can support your journey.

Marriage counseling is an investment in your relationship’s future—one that can lead to deeper love, stronger partnership, and greater fulfillment for both of you.

 Frequently Asked Questions About Marriage Counseling in Texas

  • Marriage counseling is a form of therapy that helps couples address challenges in their relationship, improve communication, and rebuild emotional or physical connection. Whether you're dealing with recurring conflict, infidelity, or a sense of growing apart, marriage counseling offers tools and guidance to help you move forward together.

  • Absolutely. I offer online marriage therapy to couples throughout Texas using a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. Many clients find that online sessions are just as effective as in-person therapy—and even more convenient. You can attend sessions from the comfort of your home, which often helps couples feel more at ease and able to open up.

  • The short answer? Everywhere in Texas. I’m a Texas-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist offering online marriage counseling to couples throughout the entire state. Whether you’re navigating the bustle of Houston or tucked away in a quieter corner of Texas, you can access high-quality, specialized support—without leaving home.

    Here are just a few of the cities where I regularly work with couples:

    • Houston

    • Dallas

    • Frisco

    • Austin

    • San Antonio

    • Fort Worth

    • El Paso

    • Arlington

    • Plano

    • Corpus Christi

    • Lubbock

    And whether you’re in a large metro area or a rural town, online therapy means no traffic, no parking stress, and no awkward waiting rooms. You don’t have to worry about racing across town to make a 5 p.m. session (especially you, Houston commuters!).

    From the comfort and privacy of your home, we can work on things like:

    • Communication breakdowns and conflict that keeps circling back

    • Desire discrepancies or intimacy that feels out of sync

    • Life transitions—like parenthood, career shifts, or loss—that strain connection

    • Emotional distance, loneliness, or feeling like roommates instead of partners

    • Rebuilding trust after betrayal or long-standing hurt

    • Balancing faith and sexuality in a way that honors your shared values

    Sessions are conducted on a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform, so your privacy and confidentiality are always protected. And many of my Texas couples actually prefer online therapy—it helps them show up more relaxed, feel safer having vulnerable conversations, and stay consistent, even with packed schedules.

    Wherever you are in Texas, you deserve marriage support that works with your life—not against it. If you’re ready to reconnect and grow together, I’m here when you are.

  • Yes, I specialize in working with couples from religiously conservative or faith-based backgrounds, including Christian traditions. Many of my clients were raised with messages about marriage, gender roles, and sexuality that still impact their relationships today—sometimes in confusing or conflicting ways.

    My approach respects and honors your values. Whether you're trying to align your relationship with your beliefs, navigate differences in faith, or explore intimacy in a way that feels spiritually grounded, I provide a nonjudgmental space to work through these challenges. You don’t have to choose between your faith and your relationship growth—we can do both.

  • Definitely. Marriage counseling isn’t just for couples in conflict or crisis. Many of the Texas couples I work with come in to deepen their emotional and physical intimacy, learn better communication skills, or simply maintain a healthy connection through life’s changes. Therapy can be a proactive investment in your relationship—not just a last resort.

  • Yes. I regularly assign thoughtful and practical homework between sessions. These exercises help you integrate what we talk about in therapy into your daily life, giving you the tools to create meaningful change outside the therapy room. My goal is for your progress to extend well beyond our sessions.

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