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"For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers." –Proverbs 11:14
Blakely Baker is a Resident in Social Work with 2 years of experience helping children, youth, adolescents, adults, and seniors with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, trauma, and substance use. Blakely has spent time working in crisis stabilization and school counseling.
Blakely received her Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University. She uses a variety of clinical approaches that are targeted to client needs such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectic behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy.
Blakely strives to meet her clients' needs by providing a welcoming, safe, and brave space to process emotions and experiences. She cares deeply about each client's success and works to highlight strengths to overcome challenges. Blakely is ready to help you achieve your goals and conquer your battles.
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Marriage counseling, also known as couples therapy and relationship counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. Thriveworks marriage counseling in Richmond, VA is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples. Some examples of common focuses within Marriage counseling include:
Marriage counseling works by helping couples identify and better navigate their unique challenges. Following an initial assessment of the couple in terms of strengths and needs, the therapist would then discuss their therapeutic goals and any possible approaches or ways of working together as therapist and couple.Couples attend sessions together, whether they meet in person or by video. In addition to regular marriage counseling sessions, each partner may also be asked to attend a few individual sessions to supplement their progress. This will allow their counselor to get to know each individual better, assess each of their personal needs, and develop the very best treatment plan moving forward.
Marriage counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend marriage counseling for 12 weeks. However, marriage counseling may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress. Marriage counselors and therapists at Thriveworks in Richmond, VA work with their clients to create goals, decide on ideal timelines, and establish treatment plans.
Fortunately, there are mental health professionals who specialize in helping couples resolve these arguments, better understand the other’s perspective, and ultimately build a better foundation for their relationship. These professionals are called marriage counselors, and they have impressive knowledge, skills, and experience helping couples improve their marriage.
If your marriage is suffering or you simply want to build an even happier relationship with your spouse, reach out to Thriveworks Richmond, VA (Shockoe Bottom). We have marriage counselors who want to help you with your marriage struggles. To set up a marriage counseling appointment, call (804) 980-7242. We’re happy to offer treatment specific to your relationship needs.
Before couples go into marriage counseling or couples therapy, they often debate whether they really “need” it. The real question is, could your relationship benefit from professional and unbiased guidance? Most people would respond positively when the question is framed in this way. Now, the specific benefits can vary from couple to couple, as each relationship has different needs, problems, and goals. That being said, the marriage counselors at Thriveworks Richmond, VA (Shockoe Bottom) strive to provide the following for all of their clients:
Do you feel confident that your marriage could benefit if you and your spouse work with a marriage counselor? Are you still on the fence? Either way, consider reaching out to a marriage counselor. Most people who do seek and receive therapy only wish they had done so sooner! We can help you schedule a marriage counseling appointment or answer any questions you may have about our services.
Scheduling an appointment at Thriveworks Richmond, VA (Shockoe Bottom) is easy. Connect with one of our scheduling specialists by giving our office a call at (804) 980-7242. Your scheduling specialist will help you schedule a marriage counseling appointment at your earliest convenience.
We are dedicated to providing our clients with the best possible experience from start to finish. If premium counseling benefits pique your interest, reach out today to schedule your marriage counseling appointment. Thriveworks offers evening and weekend sessions, and accepts most major insurances. The marriage counselors at Thriveworks Richmond, VA (Shockoe Bottom) are excited to work with you.
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