Reconnecting Hearts Through Marriage Counseling in Greenville, South Carolina

Carolina Counseling Partners provides marriage counseling in Greenville, SC for couples who feel disconnected, overwhelmed or stuck. We are a small practice of licensed counselors based in Greenville who came together because we share a passion for helping relationships thrive. Our founders—friends and therapists Julie, Karen and Melody—created an environment where couples can be themselves, feel heard and explore new ways of relating. Today, our team includes counselors of diverse ages, backgrounds and specialties who understand life and marriage in the Upstate. Many of us have raised children, weathered decades of marriage and know the joys and challenges of building a family here.

We welcome couples of all faiths, races and cultures. Our holistic approach integrates faith with compatible psychological perspectives, but you do not need to share our beliefs to benefit. Whether you are newly married, facing the empty‑nest transition, blending families or recovering from infidelity, our counselors meet you where you are and walk beside you on the journey.

Why Seek Marriage Counseling or Marriage Therapy?

Even the healthiest relationships experience strain. Frequent arguments about money, parenting, intimacy or household responsibilities can leave couples feeling resentful or hopeless. Life changes—such as having a baby, losing a loved one, moving, changing jobs or caring for aging parents—bring stress that often spills into your partnership. Sometimes past traumas, betrayals or unmet expectations surface and create distance. Marriage therapy gives you tools to navigate these challenges and re‑establish emotional safety and connection. Couples counseling teaches you how to communicate effectively, listen with empathy, resolve conflicts constructively and rebuild trust. Seeking help is not admitting defeat; it’s choosing to invest in your most important relationship.

A Greenville Practice Rooted in Community and Family

We are proud to serve the Greenville, South Carolina community we call home. Some of our counselors have lived in the area for over 25 years, raising families and volunteering in local schools and churches. Others moved here more recently, drawn by Greenville’s strong sense of community and the beauty of the Upstate. Because we live and work here, we understand the unique pressures Greenville couples face—from growing job demands and busy commutes to the impact of rapid population growth. Our counselors reflect the diversity of our city; we have team members who grew up overseas, in other parts of the U.S. and right here in South Carolina. This blend of perspectives enriches our work with clients.

Our practice values accessibility. We offer in‑person sessions at our comfortable office on Buena Vista Way, telehealth appointments for clients across South Carolina and, in some cases, home visits. Because we are a self‑pay practice, we do not bill insurance; instead, we provide a Superbill you can submit for out‑of‑network reimbursement. Standard 50‑minute sessions with a licensed counselor are $160, with reduced rates available through our counselor associates and graduate fellows. Feel free to contact us with questions about scheduling or fees.

Holistic, Evidence‑Based Marriage Therapy for Greenville Couples

We believe that people are physical, psychological, social and spiritual beings. That’s why our marriage counseling is holistic and tailored to each couple. Our diverse team uses a blend of evidence‑based modalities to help you reconnect:

• Prepare‑Enrich Assessment – All of our core marriage counselors use the PREPARE/ENRICH assessment with most new couples. This widely used relationship inventory and skill‑building program is backed by decades of research. Couples complete an online survey in about 30–45 minutes that explores communication, conflict resolution, roles, sexuality, finances and spiritual beliefs. We then review the results together to identify strengths and growth areas, and provide exercises and homework assignments that help you build skills and reinforce your connection. The assessment is equally valuable for engaged couples preparing for marriage and for longtime partners wanting to deepen their relationship. You can read more about our approach to PREPARE/ENRICH in our marriage resources blog post.
• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Attachment Work – EFT helps couples identify negative interaction cycles, understand unmet attachment needs and create new patterns of bonding.
• Internal Family Systems (IFS) & “Parts Work” – IFS assists partners in recognizing protective “parts” that drive reactions. When couples understand their own internal systems, they can empathize with each other and respond with compassion.
• Mindfulness & Narrative Therapies – Mindfulness practices increase awareness of emotions and bodily cues, helping you stay present during conflict. Narrative therapy invites couples to re‑author their stories and shift unhelpful patterns.
• Cognitive‑Behavioral Techniques – CBT provides practical strategies to challenge automatic thoughts and change behaviors that fuel marital distress.
• Trauma‑Focused Modalities – Our team includes counselors trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy to help partners heal from betrayal, grief or other traumas.

Our counselors continually update their training and share knowledge with one another, so couples benefit from a collaborative, team‑based approach.

What to Expect from Couples Counseling at Carolina Counseling Partners

Collaborative Goal‑Setting

We view marriage counseling as a partnership. At your first session, you and your counselor will discuss your history, identify your goals and decide how often to meet. Some couples need weekly sessions for a period; others prefer biweekly appointments with occasional check‑ins.

Practical Skills and Guided Conversations

During sessions, your counselor facilitates honest conversations in a safe, non‑judgmental space. You will practice:

• Speaking so your partner listens and listening so your partner feels heard.
• Identifying triggers and unmet needs driving your reactions.
• Negotiating differences around parenting, finances or intimacy.
• Healing from infidelity or betrayal with structured forgiveness and rebuilding trust.
• Strengthening friendship and rekindling affection through shared activities and rituals.

Homework assignments, suggested reading and journaling may be recommended to support progress between sessions. Many couples choose periodic maintenance sessions even after they have met their initial goals.

Working through issues of communication is a key part of any couples' counseling.

Inclusive Care for Diverse Needs

Our counselors have experience addressing the wide range of issues that impact marriages. Our practice has clinicians who work with communication and conflict resolution, parenting challenges, infertility and miscarriage, blended families and co‑parenting after divorce, grief and loss, chronic illness and mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD and trauma. Couples who share a faith perspective can explore the spiritual dimension of their relationship, while those who do not will find that our therapists respect and prioritize each client’s values. You can learn more about our counselors’ backgrounds on the providers page.

Start Your Marriage Counseling Journey Today

If you are searching for marriage counseling in Greenville, South Carolina, you have already taken an important step. At Carolina Counseling Partners, we believe every marriage can grow. Couples across Greenville—from downtown to Taylors and Travelers Rest—have entrusted us with their stories. Let us walk beside you as you navigate conflict, rediscover connection and build a resilient, loving partnership.

Ready to begin? Schedule a session with one of our experienced counselors and experience compassionate, evidence‑based marriage therapy in Greenville designed for your relationship. Explore our curated resources or get in touch today to schedule your first session.