Relationship and Marriage Counseling in Sterling, IL
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Gracie Orellano
Marriage and Family Therapist, ALMFT
With my background in Couple and Family Therapy, it is crucial to my work to understand the relational systems in your life. Families, blood-related and chosen, are the foundational examples for your values and emotional connection. For couples, these relational dynamics are how we learn vulnerability, fear, emotional expression, etc. Within our sessions, you can gain understanding of these generational patterns that are impacting your relationships and get to a place of honesty, communication and connection.
2 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL (Online Only)
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Amanda S. Vaught
Psychologist, PsyD
Relationships are at the heart of being human, and they often shape how we experience the world. Whether you’re struggling with communication issues, conflict, or rebuilding trust after infidelity, therapy can help you find clarity and connection. I work with individuals and couples to explore patterns, strengthen emotional intimacy, and improve conflict resolution skills.
14 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL (Online Only)
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Guada Psychological Services
Counselor/Therapist, Psychologist, LCPC, LPC, MA Level Clinicians
At Guada Psychological Services, we offer evidence-based relationship and marriage counseling to help couples strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional connection. Our therapists provide a supportive and neutral environment where both partners can express themselves openly and work through conflict in healthy, productive ways. Using approaches such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method, we guide couples in developing understanding, respect, and lasting relationship satisfaction. Whether you’re navigating life transitions, healing from betrayal, or seeking to reconnect, we’re here to help your relationship thrive.
10 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL
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Mary Gale Gurnsey
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I help couples understand their attachment patterns, communication gaps, and underlying conflicts. Using EFT and collaborative tools, we rebuild connection and create more secure, responsive partnerships.
18 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL (Online Only)
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Theresa McCay Boutross
Marriage and Family Therapist, LCSW, CADC. CMFT
With over 25 years of experience as a couples and family therapist, I have witnessed countless marriages transform and thrive, often coming back from the brink of dissolution. The key factor that unites these couples is a shared willingness to grow rather than a stubborn willfulness. Individual growth fosters healthier functioning within the marriage, paving the way for renewed connection.
As a Gottman-trained therapist, I utilize evidence-based methods to help couples build strong foundations of friendship, intimacy, and trust. I also incorporate discernment counseling, a process designed to help couples experiencing ambivalence about their relationship. This approach allows partners to explore their feelings, identify the dynamics at play, and decide on the best path forward—whether it’s strengthening the relationship or considering separation.
I understand that many couples face complex challenges, such as infidelity, addiction, or personality disorders, which can strain relationships. However, through exploration of relational trauma and acceptance therapy, healing becomes possible. My training in Imago Relational Therapy, Gottman, Family Systems Therapy, and Complex Relational Trauma Treatment further enhances my ability to guide couples in fostering compassion, forgiveness, and understanding.
Together, we can navigate these challenges, helping you and your partner rebuild trust and understanding while creating a deeper, more fulfilling relationship. Let’s embark on this transformative journey toward lasting connection and resilience.
27 Years Experience
Online in Sterling, IL (Online Only)
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in Sterling, IL Statistics
Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in Sterling, IL average 18 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (41%), and Family Systems Therapy (40%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
42%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Female |
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| 38% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 40% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 40% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 65% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 49% | Men |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Christian |