![Rawna Romero, Rawna C Romero](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/rawna-romero.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Rawna Romero, Rawna C Romero
Licensed Marriage Family Therapist
In 94501 - Nearby to Hercules.
Couples seek therapy for many reasons and at different stages of their lives, even when they are not experiencing overt difficulties. Some seek psychotherapy to become more intimate, to develop new capacities as a couple, to mediate conflicts before they become intractable or to prepare for the next phase in their journey together. Some come entrenched by long-standing difficulties that have subsumed their lives. Others come with doubts about their future, seeking clarity about their path, or needing help to navigate life's inevitable challenges. Most come seeking a greater sense of hope and possibility for their lives together. If you are seeking support for your relationship, I can help.
![Christine Dufond, MFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/christine-dufond.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Christine Dufond, MFT
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
In 94941 - Nearby to Hercules.
Couples counseling has been a passion of mine and one of my top two specialties for 15 years now. I blend Imago, Emotionally focused, and mindfulness techniques into a process I call "Conscious Love." Conscious Love is based on the concept that we tend to come together with a romantic partner who will trigger our core wound and bring our attention to where we need healing. It's an opportunity to learn how to become a team to overcome the patterns that are blocking the flow of love between you. This is a beautiful process that deepens love and builds trust. I teach a powerful communication method I call “nurturing talks.” Feel free to read the testimonials on my website.
![Peter Bernhardt, MFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/peter-bernhardt.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Peter Bernhardt, MFT
Marriage Family Therapist
In 94706 - Nearby to Hercules.
Are you trapped in destructive cycles of anger and blame? Have you lost trust because of an affair? Are you avoiding your partner or feeling disengaged? Is it hard for you to have real conversations or solve problems together? I will help you untangle your painful negative cycles of communication and build new stronger connections. You can learn to have power over that cycle by learning your triggers and undoing them. You will learn about the roots of the cycle learned in early relationships. Call, text or email me to set an appointment.
![Ross L. Kellogg, LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/ross-l.-kellogg.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Ross L. Kellogg, LMFT
Licensed Individual, Marriage, and Family Therapist
Available for Online Therapy
Couples struggling with repeated conflict, emotional injuries, and feelings of loneliness will find solace and rejuvenation in the therapy process. My approach to couples counseling is centered on healing attachment wounds and fostering a deeper connection between partners. By creating a compassionate and non-judgmental space, I guide couples in uncovering the underlying emotions that have led to the disconnection. Together, we will work to develop effective communication skills, rebuild trust, and cultivate empathy. You will experience relief from past hurts and discover new pathways to improved relational functioning, leading to a more satisfying and harmonious partnership.
![Paul Ginocchio, M.A., LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/paul-ginocchio.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Paul Ginocchio, M.A., LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In 94526 - Nearby to Hercules.
I have traveled the country to train with couples therapist Terry Real and the Relational Life Therapy method to working with couples and find great fulfillment helping couples to become more relational. I will help you to learn about the losing and winning strategies in relationship and what help you to develop a more cherishing and authentic relationship. Although change is not always comfortable, our work together will greatly enhance your ability to intimate - which is your birthright.
![Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/philip-starkman.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
Loving, successful relationships need to be carefully and skillfully nurtured in the following five areas: Emotional, Intellectual, Spiritual, Sexual, Financial. Couples who are ready to do ongoing work on their relationships are richly rewarded with a loving, meaningful and joyful life together. Committed relationships that have the possibility of morphing into long term relationships benefit greatly by being guided by the Gottman research on relationships as well as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Premarital Counselling prepares a couple for a new stage in their relationship by identifying potential areas of conflict and strength and developing tools to create a strong foundation.
![Debbie Bauer, LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/debbie-bauer.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Debbie Bauer, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In 94553 - Nearby to Hercules.
Relationships are hard. We need to acknowledge that, then address issues specific to your relationship. The most critical needs of any relationship are trust and friendship. I work to bring those into the relationship and find ways to foster them to make them prevalent over conflicts and everyday struggles. Communication is often the presenting issue with couples, however, IF an underlying warmth is present, conflicts are addressed and managed in a gentler, more loving manner. Couples need to find shared meaning in their lives and become each others' refuge. I explore with you desires, dreams, regrets, wants, etc.. Call me today and begin the journey back to your passion / friendship.
![Jenny Liu, MEd. MFT. NLP. Confidence Coach](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/jenny-liu.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Jenny Liu, MEd. MFT. NLP. Confidence Coach
Online Therapist & Coach, Online Career Counselor
In 91301 - Nearby to Hercules.
FRUSTRATED ABOUT YOUR RELATIONSHIPS? Stressed out about what to do next? Are you considering breakup or divorce but really want to give it a last chance? Would you like to take one more look before making any permanent decision? I can help you gain clarity, confidence in your decision making in regards to a very important matter in your life through a brief and focused counseling process.
![Glenn Fleisch, Ph.D., MFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/glenn-fleisch.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Glenn Fleisch, Ph.D., MFT
Licensed psychotherapist
In 94590 - Nearby to Hercules.
As we know, romantic relationships can bring out the best and worst of us. Working with couples involves being open to identifying and experiencing those parts of ourselves that get triggered. In this way, we allow the relationship to be an opportunity for working through patterns that block intimacy and develop new ways of being that deepen communication, allow for more honest, open expression and enable each partner to be a healing agent for the other. This is a pathway of healing and growth- a vehicle for enhancing capacity for love (including self-love) and soul connection.
![John Snyder, Psy.D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/john-snyder.jpg)
Couples Counselor
John Snyder, Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
In 94129 - Nearby to Hercules.
I help couples move their relationship forward through difficult times, into a place of support, love, and mutual understanding. As a psychologist with over a decade of experience working with couples, I have built up considerable respect for the concept of multiple points of view. The benefit of couples therapy is that you have a therapist who is on your relationship's side. Too often what one partner intends to convey, is not how it is received by the other. I am particularly skilled at helping partners phrase and ask for things in ways that the other person can hear and digest. I am happy to speak with you over the phone for a free initial consultation. Give me a call today!
![John Kane, LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/john-kane.jpg)
Couples Counselor
John Kane, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In 94530 - Nearby to Hercules.
Without conflict, couples do not achieve intimacy. The challenge is helping you and your partner learn how to have healthy conflict that leads to intimacy, rather than destructive conflict that destroys the relationship. I specialize in working with affairs and broken trust, abgtneuro-diverse couples. I usually start with helping you learn ground rules for being able to have safe, constructive, healthy conflict to reduce and eliminate destructive relational patterns. I also use Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) to help you reconnect, learn healthy communication skills, rekindle the flame that you once had, and start talking to each other again. If you are willing to work, I am here for you
![Timothy Locke, Ph.D., Pastoral Counselor](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/timothy-locke.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Timothy Locke, Ph.D., Pastoral Counselor
Napa Interfaith Counseling
In 94559 - Nearby to Hercules.
I work with couples of all kinds, and in all stages of relationship. I help couples focus on the "We" in their relationship, develop strengths and improve their communication. I also help couples pause behavior that is having a negative impact and develop new perspectives and behaviors that nourish their connection. Whether couples are married or unmarried or considering marriage, whether they have been together a few months or many years, I help them make their relationship a more loving, less painful and more enjoyable place to be.
![Todd Harvey, MFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/todd-harvey.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Todd Harvey, MFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In 94705 - Nearby to Hercules.
It really hurts when the person you love is focused on "being right", rather than really getting you! Does your relationship create a deep pain or numbness in your heart? When we start to believe that our LEGITIMATE needs for connection will not be adequately met with our partner, it is easy to focus on our personal needs (at the expense of our partner's). A NORMAL human response to this is: nagging, petty repetitive fights, silent-treatments, numbing out, outbursts, being condescending, focusing on being right (rather than really listening). Using EFT, I FOCUS ON SHIFTING THE CULTURE OF YOUR RELATIONSHIP from its current negative painful cycles into being a safe place for both of you.
![Natalie M. Mills, LMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/natalie-m.-mills.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Natalie M. Mills, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist
In 94102 - Nearby to Hercules.
Many of the couples I see come to me for the following reasons: they have become more like roommates rather than a romantic couple, inability to trust one another, jealousy in the relationship, unfulfilling sexual or emotional intimacy, intense yelling and arguing, general dissatisfaction, an episode of infidelity, navigating divorce or separation. It can feel both hopeful and scary for couples to explore these issues in their relationship. Our work will explore why your relationship is exhibiting its pattern, give you tips and strategies to abate and extinguish unhealthy cycles, and achieve and maintain the relationship you want.
![Annette Barnett, MA, AMFT 119490](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/annette-barnett.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Annette Barnett, MA, AMFT 119490
Marriage and Family Therapist Associate
In 94501 - Nearby to Hercules.
As a couples therapist, my mission is to create a safe space where we uncover the deeper emotions that are at the root of disconnection. Are you trapped in endless arguments, feeling unsafe & scared? Through evidence-based EFT, I bring a wealth of experience & enthusiasm to help extinguish unhealthy cycles & achieve lasting positive change. I focus on rebuilding trust, enhancing communication skills, & cultivating empathy. Together, we navigate past hurts to discover new pathways to improved relational functioning & a more satisfying & harmonious partnership. If you're ready to build a secure, loving relationship where you both feel valued & understood, let's embark on this journey together!
![James Norwood, PsyD](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/james-norwood.jpg)
Couples Counselor
James Norwood, PsyD
Psychologist
In 94123 - Nearby to Hercules.
Being in a relationship can be like the sun after a two-week downpour of rain, but it can also be like falling into a rosebush, something that looked pretty at first, but stuck you with a thousand thorns as you fell into it. Couples therapy can help you sort out the sticky mess of intimacy so that you can better roll with the punches, talk through problems, and enjoy all those amazing moments together in-between.
![Well Coached Life, PhD, MA, SEP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/well-coached-life.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Well Coached Life, PhD, MA, SEP
WELL COACHED LIFE| Individuals | Couples | Youth
Available for Online Therapy
Let me guess. One partner feels alone and like they don't matter and the other feels they are always being criticized and can't get anything right. The more one asks for the other to show up, the more the partner disappears physically and emotionally. You both bicker and fight and the idea of sitting and just hanging out seems elusive, if not impossible. Something like this? Often we crave connection but are blocked by the pain and the history that gets in the way. Small fights about little things become battles that highlight our struggle to have our basic relational needs met. I can help you get under the bickering to the parts crying out for connection- to an enriching relationship.
![Meredith Reddoch, MA, LMFT, SEP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/meredith-reddoch.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Meredith Reddoch, MA, LMFT, SEP
Marriage and Family Therapist
In 94598 - Nearby to Hercules.
I provide couples counseling which can be beneficial whether you are married or in a long term partnership. Therapy can be helpful for all couples to open up communication, gain mutual understanding and have a safe place to be vulnerable. Engaging in couples therapy can valuable whether there is a specific issue needing focus or just the desire to gain better communication. I look forward to supporting through with this process.
![Brian Jones, AMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/brian-jones.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Brian Jones, AMFT
Brian La Roy Jones, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
In 94596 - Nearby to Hercules.
Discover how you can go from rejected to connected! Did you know the reactivity you experience is not your fault? (This is one of the main things that causes fights and arguments. It's when you feel out of control, & it leads to doing or saying things you regret, impulsivity, & leads to hurt & separation). I show couples how they can reduce the personal & relational reactivity they experience & increase feeling peaceful, calm, understood, validated, safe, accepted, & connected. I help couples discover their attachment strategies (how we feel safe & get our needs met). This is necessary in order to create lasting improvement, safety, trust, understanding, & connection, in your relationship.
![Jeffrey Gianelli, LCSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/jeffrey-gianelli.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Jeffrey Gianelli, LCSW
Psychotherapist
In 94610 - Nearby to Hercules.
I focus on fostering open communication and mutual understanding between partners. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where both individuals can express their feelings and concerns honestly. By utilizing evidence-based techniques such IFS, I help couples identify and address underlying issues, improve their communication skills, and rebuild trust. My goal is to guide couples toward a deeper emotional connection and more effective problem-solving strategies, empowering them to strengthen their relationship and navigate challenges together.
![Jill Kane, Psy.D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/jill-kane.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Jill Kane, Psy.D.
Psychologist
In 94901 - Nearby to Hercules.
Each couple has a unique dynamic. I work hard to ensure that both individuals in the couple are heard and understood so that the couple feels safe to work on their communication goals and meet their intimacy needs. Relationships change as life circumstances change - new couples, couples considering marriage, addition of children to the dynamic, individual job challenges, death of parents, financial difficulties all impact the health of the couple. Come discuss the issues and improve the relationship bond.
![Philip Gnilka, LCPC, LPC, CCMHC, NCC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/philip-gnilka.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Philip Gnilka, LCPC, LPC, CCMHC, NCC
Professional Clinical Counselor
In 94115 - Nearby to Hercules.
Are you trapped in a cycle of relentless arguments, grappling with trust issues, communication breakdowns, or a lack of emotional intimacy that feels like you are just roommates? Amid life's demands, couples often feel overwhelmed, losing sight of the deep connection that initially brought them together. The Gottman Method, grounded in decades of research, is highly effective in helping couples achieve lasting positive change. I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation for you to get to know me and ask any questions. With over a decade as a tenured professor in the counseling field, I bring a wealth of experience and a enthusiastic about applying these insights with you.
![Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kevin-fleming,-ph.d..jpg)
Couples Counselor
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
In 94563 - Nearby to Hercules.
What are the most common couples' issues? If you are thinking "communication, conflict, sex, money, child rearing" you are correct. However, most therapists will go after the symptom on each side of the couple fence thinking that the way to effective change is by getting each party to "work" on their respective "issue". Many times the parties don’t agree but comply. Imagine if you could align the unconscious brains of a couple and stop the "working on your issues" part that has become so popular in therapy settings? Contact kevin@kevinflemingphd.com to learn how! Or call 877-606-6161. DR. FLEMING'S NEW RELATIONSHIP/COUPLES INTENSIVES. www.kevinflemingphd.com/marriage-couples-retreats.php
![Sarah Wagner, MFT, MBA](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/sarah-wagner.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Sarah Wagner, MFT, MBA
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
In 94501 - Nearby to Hercules.
Intimate partnerships provide miraculous opportunities to heal and grow. In couples therapy I create a safe space to build deep and lasting transformation with improved communication and mutual empathy. My approach is integrative and includes Emotionally Focused Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, attachment theory modalities, sex therapy, and intuition. I am direct, compassionate, poly/ENM friendly, queer allied, and sex-worker allied. All are welcome here!
![Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kevin-fleming.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
In 94703 - Nearby to Hercules.
What are the most common couples' issues? If you are thinking "communication, conflict, sex, money, child rearing" you are correct. However, most therapists will go after the symptom on each side of the couple fence thinking that the way to effective change is by getting each party to "work" on their respective "issue". Many times the parties dont agree but comply. Imagine if you could align the unconscious brains of a couple and stop the "working on your issues" part that has become so popular in therapy settings? Contact kevin@kevinflemingphd.com to learn how! Or call 877-606-6161 DR. FLEMING'S NEW RELATIONSHIP/COUPLES INTENSIVES www.kevinflemingphd.com/marriage-couples-retreats.php
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Thank you for visiting our California search of licensed therapists for couples in Hercules who specialize in helping relationships and marriages heal and overcome division and hurt. Relationships are hard. Unless you are actively working towards coming together, by default you are drifting apart. It takes work. A licensed therapist is an expert at helping to untangle the mess that can develop when things go wrong. Find honest and effective couples Counseling in Hercules and renew your relationship.
Hercules is located in Contra Costa County, California. It has a land area of 6.41 square miles and a water area of 13.57 square miles.  The population of Hercules is 25,314 people with 8,135 households and a median annual income of $101,018. .
Therapy Affordability Meter for Hercules, CA
Very Affordable
Booking a weekly counseling session with a licensed therapist in Hercules is not a large financial issue for the majority of people in this area. Sustaining a commitment to mental health treatment is easily accessible for the average family, but ask your therapist if there are any concerns as many will accept insurance or even offer sliding scale fees. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Hercules public health department.