How long does couples therapy usually take?

Many couples notice improvements within 6–12 sessions, depending on their goals and level of commitment.

Do you offer virtual sessions for couples therapy in Jacksonville, FL?

Yes, I offer secure online therapy sessions for couples throughout Florida, including Jacksonville and Orange Park.

What if my partner isn't ready for therapy?

That's okay—it's common. We can start with individual sessions to build understanding and explore whether joint sessions might help.

Do you offer premarital counseling in Jacksonville, FL?

Yes, I provide premarital and pre-marriage counseling for couples in Jacksonville and across Florida, both in-person and online.

What issues can couples therapy help with?

Couples therapy can help with communication struggles, trust issues, conflict resolution, intimacy concerns, and navigating major life transitions.

Is marriage counseling different from couples therapy?

They’re similar, but marriage counseling is often for longer-term or legally committed relationships. Both focus on improving connection, communication, and resolving conflicts.

Marriage Counseling & Couples Therapy in Jacksonville, FL

Feeling disconnected—or just want to feel closer again?

Couples therapy in Jacksonville, FL, is designed to help you strengthen your bond through clear communication, deeper emotional connection, and lasting commitment. Whether you're dating, engaged, or married, our licensed, caring therapists provide support that meets you where you are in your relationship. With flexible options for in-person sessions or secure teletherapy, you can get the guidance you need in a way that fits your life.

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Relationships have challenges—but you don’t have to face them alone.

Couples therapy and premarital counseling offer a supportive space to work through:

Communication breakdowns — feeling unheard, constant misunderstandings, or arguments that never get resolved
Loss of trust — healing after infidelity or rebuilding emotional safety
Frequent conflict — recurring fights over money, parenting, or daily responsibilities
Emotional distance — feeling more like roommates than partners
Life transitions — adjusting to marriage, blending families, or preparing for a new baby
Differences in values or goals — clashing views about finances, religion, or long-term plans
Premarital concerns — setting healthy expectations, learning how to resolve disagreements, and planning for a strong foundation

Whether you're trying to heal, reconnect, or prepare for a future together, therapy can give you the tools to move forward with clarity and confidence.

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How Therapy Helps Couples Grow Stronger—Together

Couples therapy and premarital counseling aren’t just for when things go “wrong”—they’re tools to help you build a healthier, more connected relationship at any stage.

In therapy, you’ll learn how to communicate clearly, understand each other’s needs, and work through disagreements in a way that brings you closer instead of driving you apart. If you’re preparing for marriage, counseling gives you the chance to explore important topics—like finances, family expectations, or conflict styles—before they become sources of stress.

You’ll leave each session with practical tools, deeper insight, and shared goals you can work toward together. Whether you’re healing old wounds or simply learning to love better, therapy gives you the space to grow—side by side.

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Couples therapy provides a supportive space to work through conflict, miscommunication, and emotional disconnect. Whether you're struggling with trust, frequent arguments, or simply feeling distant, therapy helps you understand each other better, improve communication, and rebuild connection. It's for any couple—dating or committed—who wants to grow stronger together.
Marriage counseling is designed for couples who feel stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed by ongoing issues. Whether it's unresolved conflict, parenting stress, or emotional drift, we help you repair your bond, restore intimacy, and move forward as a team. It's a chance to reconnect and rediscover what brought you together in the first place.
Premarital counseling helps engaged or seriously committed couples prepare for marriage with clarity and confidence. You'll explore essential topics like communication, values, finances, and conflict resolution before they become challenges. It’s about building a strong foundation for a lasting relationship—one grounded in understanding, trust, and shared goals.

Why Couples in Jacksonville & Orange Park Choose Understanding U Counseling

Couples across Florida are looking for real, down-to-earth support—not judgment or quick fixes. With 12+ years of experience and a warm, personalized approach, I help couples communicate better, rebuild trust, and strengthen their connection.

Licensed experience: Skilled in helping couples across Florida

Evidence‑based therapies: CBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Gottman Method
Holistic care: For couples, marriage, and premarital needs
Flexible scheduling: In-office in Jacksonville & Orange Park or secure teletherapy
Comfort-focused: Non-judgmental, warm environment where both partners feel heard

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Meet Regina Poole, LMHC, LPC, LPCMH, LCMHC

Hi, I’m Regina—and I’m so glad you found your way here. I’m a licensed mental health therapist with 12+ years of experience helping individuals and couples work through anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, and major life changes. From hospital settings to private practice, I’ve supported people through some of life’s hardest moments—and now, I offer both in-person and online couples therapy in Jacksonville, FL and beyond to make counseling more accessible and comfortable.

Whether you’re seeking couples therapy in Jacksonville, marriage counseling in Orange Park, or premarital counseling to prepare for your next chapter, I’m here to help. My approach is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. We’ll focus on building a safe space where both partners feel heard—and work together to create goals that truly reflect your relationship’s needs.

I’m licensed to provide therapy across Florida, as well as in South Carolina, North Carolina, Delaware, and Massachusetts. Sessions are available virtually or in person, based on what works best for you.

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It varies—many couples notice improvements within 6–12 sessions, depending on your goals.
Yes, secure teletherapy is available statewide in Florida, plus in-office options in Jacksonville and Orange Park.
We can start with individual sessions to build rapport and encourage joint participation.
We accept many insurance plans and offer flexible self-pay options. We’re happy to verify your benefits.
That’s okay! A single consultation helps you feel comfortable and understand if therapy's right for you. No obligation.
Premarital counseling is proactive—it focuses on planning and preparing for marriage before challenges arise, while couples therapy addresses existing relationship strains.