Business Details
Expert Marriage Counseling Services in Calabash, NC
With over 35 years of dedicated experience in counseling adults, couples, and families, Deborah Rees, LMFT specializes in marriage counseling and recovery from marital crises. Certified in the Gottman Method Couples Therapy, she employs research-backed techniques to help couples enhance communication, rebuild trust after infidelity, and strengthen their relationships through conflict management tools. Her warm, engaging approach fosters a supportive environment where couples can reconnect and grow. Deborah offers both in-office and online sessions, as well as intensive two-day private retreats designed to address urgent relationship challenges.These retreats, held in a serene beachside setting, provide a focused space for couples to work through issues efficiently. By combining the Gottman Institute's methodologies with personalized guidance, Deborah helps couples at any stage of marriage achieve lasting connection. Her practice emphasizes practical solutions for busy individuals, including flexible scheduling options. Testimonials highlight her empathetic nature and the transformative impact of her services. Deborah is committed to helping couples rediscover joy and intimacy in their relationships through expert, compassionate care.
Services
Marriage Counseling
Couples Therapy
Infidelity Recovery
Premarital Counseling
Private Retreats
Gottman Method
Relationship Checkup
Communication Skills
Online Counseling
Divorce Prevention
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialized experience in marriage counseling.
- Our Gottman Method certification ensures research-backed relationship solutions.
- Private retreats provide focused, intensive therapy in a serene environment.
- Flexible scheduling includes online sessions and weekend availability.
- Personalized approach addresses unique relationship challenges with compassion.
Associations and certifications
- The Gottman Institute
What people say
Transformative impact
Personalized approach
Sensitive and compassionate
Effective intensive format
Helped focus on marriage
Services
Marriage Counseling
Specialized counseling for couples seeking to improve communication and resolve conflicts. Using the Gottman Method, this service addresses issues like infidelity, emotional disconnect, and recurring arguments. Sessions teach practical tools to rebuild trust and strengthen relationships through evidence-based techniques.
Private Retreats
Two-day immersive therapy sessions held in a beachside location. Designed for couples needing focused attention, retreats combine Gottman assessments with personalized exercises to address urgent relationship challenges. Includes private accommodations and tailored scheduling for maximum effectiveness.
Infidelity Recovery
Specialized support for couples navigating the aftermath of infidelity. This service uses structured therapeutic approaches to rebuild trust and foster emotional healing. Sessions focus on understanding underlying issues, improving communication, and creating strategies for long-term relationship recovery.
Premarital Counseling
Preparation for married life through relationship skill-building exercises. Covers communication strategies, conflict resolution, and shared goal setting. Helps couples establish strong foundations for lasting partnerships using research-backed Gottman Institute methodologies.
Online Counseling
Remote therapy sessions accessible from any location. Offers flexible scheduling for couples facing geographical or time constraints. Maintains the same evidence-based Gottman Method approach as in-person sessions, ensuring consistent quality care through secure digital platforms.
People
Deborah Rees, LMFT
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
With over 35 years of counseling experience, Deborah specializes in marriage therapy and relationship recovery. Certified in the Gottman Method, she helps couples improve communication and rebuild trust through personalized, research-backed approaches.
Questions
What types of counseling services do you offer?
We provide marriage counseling, couples therapy, infidelity recovery, premarital counseling, and intensive private retreats using the Gottman Method.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, and United Healthcare primary insurance plans for in-office sessions.
What is the Gottman Method?
A research-based approach to couples therapy developed by John and Julie Gottman, focusing on improving communication and strengthening relationship foundations through proven techniques.
Are private retreats available?
Yes, our two-day beachside retreats offer intensive therapy sessions with personalized accommodations for focused relationship improvement.
