Couples therapy and marriage counseling in Los Angeles
Relationships are the most meaningful part of our lives, but they are also the most complex. Whether you are navigating the high-speed lifestyle of Los Angeles or managing the quiet pressures of home life, it is easy to lose the connection that brought you together. Couples therapy and marriage counseling offer a neutral, grounded space to stop the cycle of reactivity and start communicating with clarity. By engaging in both marriage therapy and couples counseling, you can address the specific dynamics of your partnership—whether you are looking to strengthen a long-term bond, prepare for a life together, or navigate a difficult transition.
With over 22 years of experience as a psychologist, I don’t just sit back and watch you argue. My approach is active and engaged. I help you identify the "loops" you get stuck in—the hidden triggers and old patterns that turn small disagreements into major conflicts.
Therapy with me isn't about blaming one person; it’s about understanding the "third entity" in the room: the relationship itself. We work on practical tools for communication while diving deep enough to understand why certain issues keep resurfacing.
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Support for every relationship type and stage
I work with couples at all points in their journey—from those building a foundation to those deciding how to transition apart. My practice includes:
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Marriage Therapy: Strengthening the bond between partners who feel stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed by life’s demands.
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Couples Counseling: Helping partners at any stage identify triggers and improve their daily interactions.
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Premarital Counseling: Helping couples planning to get married explore their values and communication styles before the "I do."
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Relationship Check-ins: For couples who want to deepen their intimacy or address small friction points before they grow.
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Divorce & Separation Support: A constructive space for couples in the process of ending a marriage, focusing on navigating the transition with respect.
Support for co-parenting
When a relationship ends, the role of "partner" may change, but the role of "parent" remains. I help separated or divorcing couples move away from the emotional hurt of the past and focus on a functional, healthy future for their children. Through specialized marriage and family-focused support, we work on:
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Transitioning communication from romantic to collaborative.
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De-escalating conflict and keeping children out of the middle.
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Creating consistency across two households.
Testimonials
"We went to see Dr. Verchick before our wedding, thinking we’d just 'check the box.' We ended up having these incredibly productive conversations about stuff we hadn’t even thought to bring up. Jené is so down-to-earth—even when we were talking about big, scary things like finances or family baggage, she kept the energy positive. It actually became our favorite part of the week." — A. & T., Engaged
"After twelve years, we were just exhausted and hitting the same walls every night. We were nervous therapy would be an hour of being told everything we were doing wrong, but Jené felt like a teammate. She’s direct and clinical, but also very human and actually funny. She helped us see how our work stress was bleeding into our marriage, and for the first time in years, we left a session feeling lighter instead of more weighed down." — D. & K., Married 12 Years
"There wasn't a 'crisis,' but we felt like we were drifting into roommate territory. Dr. Verchick helped us find our spark again without making it feel like a clinical project. She has this way of listening and then dropping a piece of insight that makes everything click. She made the work feel enjoyable, and we walked away with actual tools to keep things from getting stale." — S. & L., Together 5 Years
"Going through a divorce with kids was the hardest thing we’ve ever done. Dr. Verchick helped us navigate the anger and get to a place where we could actually talk about schedules without it turning into a fight. She’s professional and doesn't take sides, but she’s also so warm. She managed to take a really sad situation and make our sessions feel productive and hopeful for our kids' sake." — M. & R., Co-parents
Credentials & Training
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Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology – California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles
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M.A. in Clinical Psychology – California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles
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M.A. in Child, Adolescent, and Family Therapy – University of Southern California
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B.A. in Psychology – University of Arizona
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Licensed Psychologist in California
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