How can one choose a good marriage counselor?
It’s not just a matter of choosing a “good” marriage counselor. The most important part is choosing one that’s good for you and your spouse. First and most importantly, since you must both be comfortable with the counselor, you should choose one TOGETHER. (That way you also avoid the “well, you picked the counselor, no wonder s/he agrees with you” problem.) You can start with the yellow pages or with a referral service, if there’s one in your area. Your insurance company or Employee Assistance Program may be able to make recommendations. If you have any kind of insurance or company benefits that will help cover the cost, you’ll want to be sure to use a counselor who qualifies for the coverage. (For instance, your insurance might require that a counselor have a certain type of degree or certification.) You’ll want to consider the counselor’s qualifications – their training and certification. Do they have an advanced degree (a masters or better)? Are they certified or licensed by any pro
