Get better at your relationship…
Couples and Individual Counseling
Marilee Woodfield, MA, LMFT-Associate
Why do our most cherished relationships feel so hard?
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Why are we always talking about our relationship problems, but nothing ever seems to make it better?
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Why do I feel so lonely when I’m sitting right next to my partner?
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Why does my partner always shut down when I just need to talk?
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Why do we always argue, but never seem to be able to solve anything?
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Why does it seem like we have the same fight over and over again?
As a marriage and family therapist, these are some of the questions I hear every day. If you have asked yourself, or someone else these questions, you’re not alone, and you’re definitely in the right place. Why is it that our most cherished relationships feel so hard?
Humans are hard wired to connect with each other. When this goes well and we feel connected, life is good. But when we are disconnected, we feel pain, loneliness, sadness and rejection from the very person we desire the most.
Relationships are challenging, and they stretch us in ways that often do not feel great. I work with couples and individuals experiencing relationship challenges to help you find your connection again.
Whether you’ve been together one year or 50, relationship struggles can creep in and sabotage the connection you once felt. I can help you build a better relationship together.
If you’re feeling disconnected, or just feeling “stuck”, couple’s counseling is for you.
Infidelity & Betrayal Trauma
Deconstructed Faith, Faith Transitions, & Mixed Faith Marriages
Parenting Differences
Sex, Desire & Intimacy
Developmental Life Changes: New Baby, Empty-Nesting, Retirement, etc.
ADHD or other Neurodivergent Partners
Premarital Counseling
Services
Most couples would describe the problems in their relationship as communication issues. I have found that the “communication issues” are often the symptom that identifies that there is something deeper that needs to be addressed. Getting to those deep issues, and re-setting the patterns that are keeping you disconnected is challenging work - especially if you’re not communicating well. Couple’s counseling can help you identify the source of the problem and will give you tools and insights of how you can work together for a better relationship.
Couple’s counseling is available in-person or virtual & is booked for 80 minutes.
It only takes ONE to start to make changes that will impact your relationships. If you’re struggling in your relationship and want support, or if you feel stuck and your partner is not willing to do couples counseling with you, individual counseling can help you find peace amid the discomfort.
Individual sessions available in-person or virtual and are booked for 50 minutes.
Start your relationship off on the right foot! Many of the relational challenges that occur later on in marriage are due to patterns developed early on. Premarital counseling is the wedding gift you can give to yourself or someone you love.
Premarital counseling is available online or in-person, and is booked as an 80 minute session.
Hello!
I’m Marilee, and as your counselor, I bring a lifetime of learning and experience with families to the counseling room.
I am passionate about the marriage relationship and I know how critical it is to individual and family well-being. But relationships can be hard, even with the people you love.. I recognize the pain that comes from when our reality doesn't meet our expectations, and I love helping clients see new possibilities for their relationship.
In addition to counseling, I have a Masters of Science in Family Studies and am an adjunct professor in the Educational Psychology department at the University of North Texas. Along with Parenting and Child Development, my favorite course to teach is Courtship & Marriage which focuses on relationships, and how they thrive when they are based on a foundation of trust, commitment, good communication, repair skills, and grace. It is this course which ultimately inspired me to pursue a second master's degree in Marriage & Family Therapy.
Married for more than 3 decades, I am mom to four 'grown and flown' kids and “Rara” to 5 grandchildren whom I adore. When I’m not at work I enjoy pickleball, paddleboarding, home renovation, travel and spending time with friends and family.
About Marilee
Let’s Connect!
Are you Interested in working together? Do you have questions?
I know that trusting someone with some of the most private aspects of your life can feel really vulnerable.
Let’s connect and see if we’re a good fit.
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I look forward to hearing from you!