Couples Counseling in Baton Rouge

Close-up of a supportive couple holding hands on a couch during a marriage counseling session in Baton Rouge while a therapist writes notes.
I practice short-term, solution-focused couples counseling in Baton Rouge, with an emphasis on helping partners understand what is happening in their relationship and create meaningful change. Rather than focusing heavily on the distant past, we work together on the concerns you are experiencing now and what can be done moving forward. The goal is to provide a practical and supportive environment where both partners can gain greater clarity, improve communication, and build a healthier connection.

Couples counseling is a specific form of therapy that focuses on the relationship between two people. It provides a structured space where couples can slow down, step back from ongoing conflict, and better understand what is happening beneath the surface. This can include challenges with communication, trust, emotional distance, intimacy, stress, or repeated patterns of conflict that feel difficult to change on your own.
In couples counseling, both partners are given the opportunity to be heard in a balanced and guided environment. The process is not about taking sides or determining who is right or wrong, but about understanding each person's experience and how the relationship patterns have developed over time. From there, we can work on improving communication, addressing concerns, and creating healthier ways of responding to one another.

I believe that half of the solution is clearly defining the problem. When couples can identify what is really happening—whether it involves unmet needs, misunderstandings, unresolved concerns, or difficulty expressing emotions—it becomes easier to determine what needs to change. From that clarity, I help couples develop practical, solution-focused tools they can use to strengthen their relationship and improve their connection from day to day.
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Close-up of a supportive couple holding hands on a couch during a marriage counseling session in Baton Rouge while a therapist writes notes.
Couples counseling can be helpful at many different stages of a relationship. Some couples seek counseling after a major conflict, while others come in after experiencing a gradual increase in distance, frustration, or disconnection. Some couples recognize that they keep having the same arguments without reaching a resolution. You do not have to wait until your relationship is in crisis to seek counseling. Addressing concerns earlier can make it easier to understand what is happening and begin making changes before frustration and resentment become more deeply established.

Couples may seek counseling for many different reasons, including communication problems, frequent arguments, intimacy concerns, trust issues, parenting differences, financial stress, major life changes, or difficulty balancing work and family responsibilities. In other situations, there may not be one specific problem that brought you to counseling, but the relationship simply does not feel as connected as it once did. Counseling provides an opportunity to explore these concerns and better understand how they are affecting both partners and the relationship as a whole.
One of the things we may look at in couples counseling is the pattern that develops between partners during difficult moments. A conversation may begin with a relatively small concern but quickly turn into criticism, defensiveness, frustration, withdrawal, or another familiar response. Over time, couples can become caught in these patterns without realizing how predictable they have become. Identifying these patterns can help you understand why the same conflicts continue and begin learning different ways to respond to one another.

Couples counseling is not simply about talking about problems. It is also an opportunity to learn and practice new ways of communicating and responding to one another. Depending on the concerns you bring into counseling, this may involve learning to listen more effectively, express needs more clearly, manage difficult conversations, reduce conflict, rebuild connection, or work through unresolved issues. The goal is to develop practical skills that can be used outside of the counseling session in everyday life.
A couple sitting on a couch speaking with a therapist holding a clipboard during a marriage counseling session in Baton Rouge.
Counselor taking notes during a couples counseling session in Baton Rouge with a couple sitting together on a couch.
For counseling to be productive, both partners have an opportunity to look at their own role in the relationship as well as what they need from their partner. This does not mean that every problem is equally caused by both people. It means focusing on what each person can understand, change, and contribute to the process. When couples move away from simply trying to prove who is right and begin working toward greater understanding and practical solutions, meaningful progress can become possible.

If you are looking for couples counseling in Baton Rouge, my goal is to provide a practical and supportive setting where you and your partner can better understand your relationship and begin working toward meaningful change. Every couple brings different experiences, concerns, and goals into counseling, so the process begins with understanding what is happening in your particular relationship. Whether you are experiencing ongoing conflict, feeling disconnected, or simply want to strengthen your relationship, couples counseling can provide an opportunity to work together on the issues that matter most.
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Scott is a counseling GENIUS. I recommend him to everyone! He’s counseled my parents, my siblings, my family, even my friends. He is passionate and very professional!
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Couples Counseling Information

Instead of thinking of couples counseling simply as a place to talk about problems, it may be more helpful to view it as an opportunity to learn practical skills for building and managing a healthier relationship. Your progress will depend in part on your willingness to participate, be open to new perspectives, and practice what you learn outside of sessions. Depending on your goals, you may be encouraged to take notes, work on specific skills between sessions, and focus on small, meaningful changes over time. The goal is to help you better understand your relationship, improve the way you communicate and respond to one another, and develop healthier patterns that can strengthen your connection over time.
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Session Fee (1 hour session)

$175 for the first session (60 minutes) and $160 for each subsequent 60-minute session.

*During your first session you will receive an information packet with important skills and worksheets needed for our sessions.

Cancellation Policy

Clients that do not provide me with 48 hours’ notice will be charged 100% of their hourly session fee.

Payment Methods

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Couples counseling Frequently asked questions

What is couples counseling?

Couples counseling is a form of therapy focused on helping two people better understand and improve their relationship. Counseling can provide a structured environment to work through communication problems, conflict, trust concerns, emotional distance, intimacy issues, and other challenges that may be affecting the relationship.

What can couples counseling help with?

Couples counseling can help with a wide range of relationship concerns, including frequent arguments, communication difficulties, emotional disconnection, trust issues, intimacy concerns, parenting disagreements, major life changes, and unresolved conflicts. It can also be helpful for couples who are not experiencing a major problem but want to strengthen their relationship and improve how they communicate.

Do both partners need to participate in couples counseling?

Ideally, both partners participate because the counseling process focuses on the relationship and the patterns between the two people. Having both partners involved provides an opportunity for each person to share their perspective, understand the other person's experience, and work together on meaningful changes. If one partner is initially hesitant, it can still be helpful to discuss the situation and determine the best way to move forward.

How do I know if we should try couples counseling?

If you and your partner keep having the same arguments, feel increasingly disconnected, struggle to communicate, or are having difficulty resolving important issues, couples counseling may be worth considering. You do not have to wait until your relationship reaches a crisis. Counseling can also be useful when you simply want to improve your relationship or address concerns before they become more difficult to resolve.

What happens during a couples counseling session?

Sessions provide an opportunity to discuss the concerns affecting your relationship in a structured and supportive environment. We may explore patterns of communication, sources of conflict, individual needs, expectations, and ways each partner responds during difficult situations. Depending on your goals, we can also work on practical communication and relationship skills that you can apply between sessions.

Can couples counseling help with communication problems?

Yes. Communication is a common reason couples seek counseling. Counseling can help you understand why conversations become difficult, recognize patterns that lead to conflict, and learn more effective ways to listen, express concerns, communicate needs, and respond to one another. The goal is not simply to communicate more, but to communicate in ways that lead to greater understanding.

Can couples counseling help if we keep having the same arguments?

Yes. Repeated arguments can become patterns where each partner responds in predictable ways, making it difficult to reach a resolution. Couples counseling can help identify these patterns and understand what is happening beneath the surface of the conflict. Once the pattern is clearer, you can begin practicing different ways of responding and working through disagreements.

Can couples counseling help rebuild trust?

Couples counseling can provide a structured setting for addressing trust concerns and understanding what has contributed to the loss of trust. Rebuilding trust often requires honest communication, accountability, consistency, and a willingness to address the underlying issues rather than simply trying to move past them. The specific process will depend on what happened and what both partners need moving forward.

How long does couples counseling take?

The length of couples counseling varies depending on the concerns you bring into therapy, your goals, and how consistently you are able to work on changes between sessions. My approach is short-term and solution-focused, with an emphasis on identifying the issues that need attention and developing practical ways to address them. Progress is different for every couple, so the counseling process is tailored to your particular situation.

Is couples counseling only for couples who are having serious problems?

No. Couples counseling can be helpful for relationships at many different stages. Some couples seek counseling because they are experiencing significant conflict, while others want to improve communication, strengthen their connection, or prepare for a major transition. Seeking counseling does not necessarily mean that a relationship is failing. It can simply mean that you recognize an area of your relationship where you would like additional support and guidance.
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