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Marriage Counseling in Orange County

Revitalize Your Marriage: Reconnect, Communicate, and Grow Together

Worried your marriage is falling apart? Do you feel lost, disconnected, alone? Discover a path to a stronger, more fulfilling relationship with personalized, compassionate marriage counseling in Newport Beach and across Orange County.

Things don’t feel the way they used to, and it hurts the most in the small, everyday moments. Maybe you’ve both tried everything you can, or perhaps it feels like you’re the only one trying. You might wonder: Can our marriage really survive this? It can—and we’re here to help through it!

When communication falters and trust weakens, the strain shows up everywhere. It’s in those ordinary moments of daily life that you notice just how different things have become. Over time, unresolved conflict can chip away at your joy, leaving you feeling more like roommates than partners.

If you’re questioning whether marriage therapy can truly make a difference, research consistently shows that it does. In fact, couples who complete therapy are better off than 70–80% of those who don’t. So no, it’s not just wishful thinking—couples therapy is evidence-based and proven effective. And with that knowledge, investing in your relationship isn’t only brave—it’s also wise.

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Common Challenges Marriage Counseling Can Help With

In a long-term relationship, challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming—and at the end of the day, they can leave you feeling uncertain, emotionally drained, and wondering if you can truly repair your relationship.

Undoubtedly, marriage counseling can help you reconnect and rebuild trust. Common challenges marriage therapy can help with include:

  • Repeated, unresolved arguments or silent treatments.
  • Avoiding tough conversations.
  • Growing resentment, emotional distance, or isolation.
  • Lack of physical intimacy or affectionate gestures.
  • Stress spilling over into work, parenting, or daily life.
  • Infidelity or broken trust.
  • Significant differences (e.g., intimacy needs, parenting approaches, future expectations, communication styles).
Couple laughing together and being affectionate represents how the support of our marriage therapists in Orange County can help you reconnect.

Do you feel like you may be past the point where marriage counseling can help—and are already wondering whether to stay or separate? We also offer Discernment Counseling, a supportive space where you and your partner can find clarity together. Learn more about it here.

Begin Your Journey With Marriage Counseling in Orange County

Don’t let the challenges you’re facing erode your marriage—there’s still time to heal! We’re here to help you recover with greater understanding, compassion, and resilience.

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Our Approach: Evidence-Based Marriage Counseling That Works

Our work is guided by clarity, warmth, and results. We believe therapy should be emotionally attuned, but also practical. We get to the heart of what’s keeping you stuck and provide real strategies that make a difference, both in and outside the therapy room.

Some of the therapy approaches we use include:

Gottman Method Couples Therapy

Evidence shows that when couples experience difficulties, they often lose themselves in criticism, emotional withdrawal, and defensiveness—but when they feel happy, they turn to each other. The Gottman method helps couples deepen emotional intimacy, improve communication, and rebuild trust through practical strategies.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT helps you spot and change unhelpful thought patterns. Shifting them to healthier thinking patterns will gradually leave you feeling more connected to each other and build positive communication skills.

Functional Family Therapy (FFT)

This solution-focused, skills-based approach is designed for couples struggling with communication, conflict, and emotional disconnection. FFT strengthens your relationship by focusing on each partner’s intentions—not just the problems.

In marriage therapy at OC Relationship Center, you’ll find support that’s both comforting and effective. Whether you’ve been together five years or fifty, we’ll work with you to rebuild your bond with clarity and care.

Happy couple with a young child on a walk, represents how your marriage can grow through the support of our Orange County marriage counselors.

How Marriage Counseling in Orange County Can Help You

At OC Relationship Center, our marriage therapists combine evidence-based approaches with a compassionate, real-world touch to support your journey.

Imagine a moment when you feel truly listened to by your partner—and when you can truly listen to them in return. You feel seen, supported, and deeply connected. Honest conversations replace conflict. Trust is rebuilt. Intimacy returns, and it feels safe. Overall, you’re both working as a team—not just coexisting. That’s the kind of relationship we can help you rediscover.

That said, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. We’re committed to thoughtful, personalized care—and your therapist will work with you to create a plan suited to your specific challenges, needs, and goals.

How to Start Marriage Counseling in Orange County

Looking for marriage therapy in Orange County? Starting your healing journey can feel daunting, but we’ll be by your side throughout the whole process.

Schedule your appointment

We’re committed to helping you find the perfect therapist for your goals and needs. Book your appointment or contact us by phone or text to speak with our Client Ambassador.

Meet with your marriage therapist

You’re welcome to meet with us in person at our Newport Beach or Orange, CA offices, or join us from anywhere in California through secure video sessions.

Begin your healing journey

Therapy is a safe space to heal and move toward a brighter future. There’s always room to grow—both within yourself and in your marriage—so you can live a more fulfilling life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Evidence suggests that the success rate of marriage counseling is around 70%. Additionally, 90% of couples report improvements in their emotional well-being, and about two-thirds notice physical benefits as well.

If you’re still on the fence about how marriage counseling can support you, it undoubtedly has positive results—not only for your marriage but also for you as an individual.

Evidence suggests that couples therapy lasts around 12 sessions. However, studies also show that 65.6% of cases continue up to 20 sessions, while 87.9% conclude counseling within 50 sessions.

That said, there’s no universal timeline—therapy duration depends on your level of engagement in the process, your goals, and your needs.

That’s perfectly okay! You can still receive individual counseling from one of our therapists—we’d love to help. Focusing on your own growth and well-being can bring positive changes that also reflect on your marriage.

If your partner is hesitant, pushing them into therapy may not be helpful. However, seeing the positive effects of your own counseling can encourage them to approach it with a more open mind. Plus, working on yourself alone equips you with techniques that can benefit both you and your marriage.

We believe that even small changes can lead to big transformations. There are simple strategies you can start applying right away to reduce conflict:

  • Give yourself time to cool down. Forget the old advice about “never going to bed angry.” When emotions run hot, your brain is in fight-or-flight mode. Instead, pause. Take a break. Come back to the conversation when you’re grounded—not flooded.
  • Own the nugget of truth in criticism. Even when criticism stings, there’s often a small truth in it. Instead of defending every word, acknowledge that piece. For example, “I get that not texting when I’m late felt disrespectful. I’ll work on that.” That simple shift can defuse tension and show good faith.
  • Ask yourself, “In this moment, do I want to be right or happy?” Sometimes we feel the need to “win” an argument, but the real issue may not be the dishes or a text—it’s feeling hurt, unseen, or misunderstood. Taking a breath and reflecting on this question can help you reconnect to your goal and choose the relationship over the argument.

While these strategies can help, they’re most effective when combined with professional support. Through marriage therapy, we can help you apply these strategies to your unique situation, address deeper patterns that may keep you stuck, and guide you toward lasting change.

Most insurance companies do not cover marriage counseling because they don’t consider relationship challenges a medical condition. Health insurance is designed to cover diagnosable mental health conditions such as depression or anxiety. Because marriage counseling focuses on improving the relationship rather than treating an individual diagnosis, insurance does not consider it a reimbursable service.

If you have questions about insurance or our fees, please call our Client Ambassador or text us at (949) 393-8662.

Love isn’t just about “finding the right person”—we’re here to help you breathe new life into your marriage

Get expert, personalized marriage support near you—at our Newport Beach or Orange County therapy offices, or from the comfort of your home anywhere in California.

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