![David Essel, David Essel, M.S., OM](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/david-essel.jpg)
Couples Counselor
David Essel, David Essel, M.S., OM
Counselor, Master Life Coach
5237 Summerlin Commons Blvd, Fort Myers, Florida 33907 | 941.266.7676
For 40 years, David has helped people take mediocre, or struggling relationships, and turn them around , so that you both can experience the love you desire. David does not believe in "couples counseling", rather, he works with each persons challenges within the relationship which helps them heal quicker. His fully unique indivdual approach to couples counseling completely sets his healing program apart from most other professionals. his success rate is incredible. Before you give up on your relationship, work with David to see what type of resentments might be lying underneath, that need to be dealt with. Or how our passive aggressive behavior is destroying our current relationship.
![Marcia Norman, PsyD, (Doctor of Psychology)](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/marcia-norman.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Marcia Norman, PsyD, (Doctor of Psychology)
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Available for Online Therapy
Couples work is unique and interesting. What a lot of people don't understand it that of course you have different viewpoints - you are in different bodies, have different life experiences and are actually looking at different views! Many times the problem is simply communication: no matter how many times you tell your partner what you need, they just don't hear it. That is where I come in- helping people to get heard and also to hear clearly! In this way there can be a softening and a coming together, with both partners feeling loved and understood. You don't have to continue fighting, and counseling doesn't mean you failed. It is a gift you give your relationship to help nurture it.
![Eva Smidova, M.A., PhDr., TCCT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/eva-smidova.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Eva Smidova, M.A., PhDr., TCCT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Transgender Care Certified Therapist, Board Certified Hypnotherapist
810 Anchor Rode Dr., Anchor Counseling , Naples, Florida 34103 | 2392474231
“You are my Happy.” More than different cultures, genders, and sexual orientation, the potential of each partner and dedication to invest into the relationship matters. To have a relationship where you are appreciated for who you are, your value is praised, where you experience an intimate level of trust, fully saturating intimacy, and where you are getting your messages across, you have to take care. The couples therapy focuses on a change of the perspective of the relationship, modification of dysfunctional behavior, balancing of emotional engagement, improvement of communication, conflict resolution strategies, and promoting strengths.
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Couples Counselor
Powers Relational Therapy, P.A.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists
Available for Online Therapy
We are passionate about and skilled with helping couples to repair and strengthen their relationship by utilizing techniques from evidence-based practices such as Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy and the Gottman Method. These techniques help get to the heart of the matter to increase relationship satisfaction and heal emotional injuries that may have occurred throughout the relationship or as a result of previous trauma. Individual therapy for each partner is also recommended as best practice for helping each person to work through their personal traumas.
![Mark Odland, MA, LMFT, MDIV](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/mark-odland.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Mark Odland, MA, LMFT, MDIV
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist / Certified EMDR Therapist / Experienced Christian Counselor
Available for Online Therapy
Are you feeling lonely in your own marriage? Disrespected? Misunderstood? It doesn’t have to stay this way. Far too often, high-achieving men feel disrespected and lonely within their own marriages. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I help men and their wives to rediscover the incredible value they bring to the marriage, and help them negotiate a hopeful path forward. I will help you identify destructive patterns in your marriage and provide healthier alternatives. I’ll help you improve communication, learn to fight fair, and increase understanding and connection. While it’s not easy work, there is hope. If given the chance, I would be honored to help you fight for your marriage.
![Marcus Thigpen, MA, Counseling Intern](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/marcus-thigpen.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Marcus Thigpen, MA, Counseling Intern
Counselor, Life Coach, Performance Coach
Available for Online Therapy
As a husband, and father of 7 children, I know firsthand not only the blessings, but also the challenges that come with family life. I enjoy working with couples, helping them improve communication, rebuild trust, and restore intimacy. I use an honest and supportive approach in session, and can provide Christian counseling for those that desire it.
![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
At Home or Private Discreet Intensives
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
![Jason Powell, LMFT, CST](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/jason-powell.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Jason Powell, LMFT, CST
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AASECT Certified Sex Therapist
Naples, Florida 34102 | (561) 680-6070
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with years of training and experience helping couples to navigate the most painful and difficult chapter in their relationships. I will guide you with compassion, empathy, and a skill set that is born in working with couples across the country in their healing journeys. I have been featured in Forbes, the Knot, and other leading media outlets discussing relationships, intimacy, and communication. I’d love to connect with you and your partner about the unique circumstances that you are facing and how I might be able to help.