Columbia, Maryland
Meet our Couples Counselors in Columbia
Practicing in:
Columbia | Maryland | Maryland Telehealth
Practicing in:
Columbia | Maryland | Maryland Telehealth
Practicing in:
Columbia | Maryland | Maryland Telehealth | Rockville
Family and Therapist Owned Since 2012
How We Help Couples
We Start with Hope
Even if you’re not sure your relationship can change, we are. We hold that hope with you until you can feel it yourself.
You Work with Relationship Specialists
Couples therapy isn’t a side offering here. Every therapist on our team specializes in relationship work, bringing focus and experience to every session.
We Build a Plan for Your Relationship
No cookie-cutter approaches. We take time to understand your specific patterns and what’s driving the disconnect so we can focus on what matters most.
You Make Changes that Last
We help you understand what’s underneath the conflict so the changes you make are deep and lasting, not just temporary fixes.
Real Client Reviews
Analis A
18:58 29 Jan 26
Dr. Leigh Beck is an excellent therapist. Thank you for helping us see one another more deeply and work through our issues.
Craig D.
23:04 10 Sep 25
Dr. Beck is an outstanding marriage counselor. She creates a safe, supportive space where both partners feel heard and understood. Her insight, compassion, and ability to guide couples through difficult conversations make a real difference. We’ve found her approach to be both practical and encouraging, and it has helped us move forward in positive ways. I would highly recommend her to any couple looking for meaningful guidance and support.
Kevin L.
03:45 20 Aug 24
We are truly grateful to Marissa for her guidance and leadership in helping us figure out how to open back up our communication and helping us find a road map to rediscovering the journey of our marriage. Wish we had talked to someone like Marissa 10 years ago!
Nichole L.
20:01 16 Aug 24
I am incredibly grateful for the transformative experience my husband and I have had with Marissa Josiah of Well Marriage. From the moment we began our sessions, it was clear that we were in the hands of a skilled and compassionate professional. After 19 years of marriage, we hit a point that required professional intervention.
After speaking with and meeting a number of professionals, Marissa's approach was right for us. She is both insightful and empathetic. Marissa created a safe space where we felt comfortable sharing our deepest concerns and challenges. She listened actively and offered practical strategies that helped us navigate complex issues and strengthen our marriage.
What stands out most is Marissa's ability to balance empathy with honest feedback. She guided us through difficult conversations with patience and respect, helping us to see each other's perspectives and fostering a deeper understanding between us. She also set us straight when we became stuck and inflexible with each other. Thanks to her guidance, we've not only improved our communication but also rekindled our connection.
We particularly appreciate the use of evidence-based strategies, thoughtful and tailored exercises, and flexibility in approach. Marissa really went above and beyond to ensure that our therapy was personalized and effective.
Marissa has been a beacon of support and wisdom throughout our journey. We are now in a much stronger place as a couple, and we owe much of that progress to her exceptional skills. We wholeheartedly recommend Marissa to anyone seeking to enhance their relationship and find deeper connection and understanding.
Thank you, Marissa, for everything you’ve done for us!
After speaking with and meeting a number of professionals, Marissa's approach was right for us. She is both insightful and empathetic. Marissa created a safe space where we felt comfortable sharing our deepest concerns and challenges. She listened actively and offered practical strategies that helped us navigate complex issues and strengthen our marriage.
What stands out most is Marissa's ability to balance empathy with honest feedback. She guided us through difficult conversations with patience and respect, helping us to see each other's perspectives and fostering a deeper understanding between us. She also set us straight when we became stuck and inflexible with each other. Thanks to her guidance, we've not only improved our communication but also rekindled our connection.
We particularly appreciate the use of evidence-based strategies, thoughtful and tailored exercises, and flexibility in approach. Marissa really went above and beyond to ensure that our therapy was personalized and effective.
Marissa has been a beacon of support and wisdom throughout our journey. We are now in a much stronger place as a couple, and we owe much of that progress to her exceptional skills. We wholeheartedly recommend Marissa to anyone seeking to enhance their relationship and find deeper connection and understanding.
Thank you, Marissa, for everything you’ve done for us!
Charlia A.
03:29 30 Mar 24
Marissa is an incredible marriage and relationship counselor. My partner and I suffered from a never ending cycle of miscommunication/constant conflict. She guided us to take a step back and understand what we were actually arguing about and why. She provided effective tools and techniques to help us unpack our wounds and previous traumas so that we could build together more peacefully. Marissa is patient, honest, and most importantly professional. Highly recommend.
Gina G.
17:51 30 Oct 22
My husband and I started seeing Marissa Josiah before we were even engaged and she really helped create a neutral, safe space for us to learn the ins and outs of our relationship, communicate better and ultimately realize the goals for our relationship and lives together. Even though I individually was seeing a psychologist, Marissa still helped me uncover things about myself and the way I view relationships that transformed my outlook. Marissa is kind, patient and understanding and is really interested in helping people process the reasons they come to see her. You will have to do work and be an active participant in your sessions in order to get the most of it, but I found Marissa had a great step wise approach that didn't seem overwhelming and allowed us to be receptive to the changes we wanted to make.
How Our Approach is Different
We often hear, “This isn’t like our previous marriage counseling.” That’s because we’re willing to take charge and be direct, clearly naming what we see and compassionately challenging what isn’t working. Our goal isn’t fairness in every moment; it’s doing what genuinely helps you and your relationship heal.
Does Marriage Counseling Really Work?
Here, it does. One of the strongest predictors of couples counseling success is therapist skill. That’s why we specialize exclusively in relationship work, keep caseloads limited so you get focused attention, and address the deeper issues driving the disconnect. This combination – specialization, presence, and depth – is what makes the difference between temporary relief and lasting change.
Our Services
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What can we Expect from Couples Therapy at Well Marriage Center?
Active, Guided Sessions
Couples therapy here is active, thoughtful, and guided. You can expect clear leadership, focused conversations, and a therapist who helps you slow things down, understand what’s happening, and move the work forward. We don’t rush change – and we don’t let sessions drift.
Insight Into What’s Really Happening
We help you see the patterns driving your struggles, not just the surface conflicts.
Skills That Fit Your Relationship
You’ll learn practical tools tailored to your specific relationship.
Real Progress That Lasts
Less tension, more understanding, and a clearer path forward. The changes you make here stay with you over time.
Our Experts use the Leading Approaches to Counseling
- Gottman Method
- Imago Therapy
- Relational Life Therapy by Terry Real
- Emotionally Focused Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Behavioral Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused
- Developmental Model
and many more…
Conveniently Located Near Lake Elkhorn
Join our couples counselors in their Columbia offices, conveniently located adjacent to Lake Elkhorn, overlooking Broken Land Parkway.
Parking: A free parking lot is available for clients.
Accessibility: This location is wheelchair accessible.
Our Columbia, Maryland Office
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