Couples counseling and marriage counseling in Beverly Hills
Hello, I'm Dr. Jené Verchick, a licensed clinical psychologist with over 26 years of experience working with couples in Beverly Hills and throughout Los Angeles.
If you're looking for marriage counseling or couples therapy, you're probably not interested in talking in circles. You want something to actually change. That's exactly how I work.
How My Approach is Different
Most couples already know how to talk about their problems. What they don't know is how to change what's happening while it's happening.
In session, I take an active role. I don't sit back and listen quietly while you repeat the same argument you've been having at home. I step in — I'll slow down the conversation, point out the pattern you're stuck in, and coach you through a different way of responding to each other, right there in real time.
This isn't theoretical. You'll feel the shift.
Most of my clients tell me this is the single biggest difference between working with me and other therapists they've seen. If you've tried couples therapy before and it felt passive or directionless, this will feel very different.
What Couples Come In For
Couples reach out for all kinds of reasons. Some of the most common:
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Repeating the same fight with no resolution
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Feeling emotionally disconnected or more like roommates than partners
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Rebuilding after infidelity or a major breach of trust
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Navigating a life transition — new baby, career change, relocation, retirement
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Deciding whether to stay or leave
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Wanting to strengthen a good relationship before problems take root
Whatever brought you here, the work is the same: I help you change how you interact with each other so the relationship actually moves.
26+ Years of Experience in Couples Therapy
For over two decades, I’ve provided couples therapy in Beverly Hills, working with:
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Couples stuck in repetitive conflict
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Partners rebuilding after betrayal
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Relationships facing major turning points
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Individuals unsure whether to stay or leave
Across all of this work, one thing is consistent: couples make progress faster when therapy is active, focused, and structured.
What if my partner doesn't want to come?
This is common. I'm happy to start with one partner individually and bring the other in when they're ready. Sometimes one person doing the work first makes it easier for the other to join.
Premarital Counseling in Beverly Hills
I also work with couples before marriage. Premarital counseling isn't about fixing problems — it's about building the communication patterns and shared expectations that keep problems from compounding later.
We'll cover how you handle conflict, money, family boundaries, and long-term goals — not as a checklist, but as live conversations where I help you practice navigating these topics together.
If you want a strong start, this is one of the highest-value investments you can make in your relationship.
What Clients Say
Couple, newlyweds "Starting out as newlyweds was supposed to be all sunshine and rainbows, but we quickly realized that blending our lives wasn’t as easy as we thought. Dr. Verchick helped us build a solid foundation for our marriage. She taught us how to communicate effectively, set boundaries with extended family, and create rituals that bring us closer."
Couple, parents of young children "Having small kids put so much stress on our marriage—we were exhausted, constantly miscommunicating, and felt more like co-parents than a couple. Dr. Verchick helped us rediscover us. She showed us how to carve out time for each other even with our chaotic schedules and gave us practical ways to stay connected during the toughest moments. Thanks to her, we’ve learned how to balance being partners and parents without losing sight of the love that brought us together in the first place. Our family feels stronger because of her."
Couple married 15+ years "We didn’t think we’d ever get back to this place. For so long, we’d been living more like roommates than partners, and it was heartbreaking. Dr. Verchick helped us find each other again—not just physically, but emotionally. Her guidance helped us rebuild the trust and vulnerability we had lost over the years. We honestly feel like she saved our marriage, and for that, we are forever changed."
Couple, professionals with communication issues "We came to Dr. Verchick feeling lost. We weren’t hearing each other, and it felt like we were speaking different languages. She didn’t just teach us how to talk—she taught us how to truly listen. Now, instead of arguing, we understand. Instead of drifting apart, we connect. She gave us the tools, but more than that, she gave us hope. We’ll always be grateful for that."
Frequently asked questions about couples therapy in Beverly Hills
How long does couples therapy usually take?
It depends on the couple. Some people see meaningful shifts within a short amount of time. Others work with me for longer, especially when there's been a significant breach of trust or years of built-up resentment. I don't use a fixed program — we go at the pace that fits your relationship.
What happens in the first session?
I'll meet with both of you together. I want to hear what brought you in, what's been happening in the relationship, and what you're hoping to change. I'll also start working with you right away — I don't waste time.
Can I start if my partner isn't ready yet?
Yes. I'm happy to begin with one partner individually and bring the other in when they're ready. Sometimes one person starting first makes it easier for the other to join.
What's the difference between couples counseling and marriage counseling?
Functionally, nothing. "Couples counseling" and "marriage counseling" describe the same work. I use both terms because people search for both, but the therapy itself is identical whether you're married, engaged, or in a long-term relationship.
Do you work with couples who aren't sure they want to stay together?
Yes. Discernment about whether to stay or leave is one of the most common reasons couples come to me. I don't push an agenda either way — I help you both get clear on what you want and what the relationship can realistically become.
I work with couples throughout Los Angeles including Pacific Palisades, Westlake Village, Malibu, Encino, Manhattan Beach, Newport Beach. Learn more about me and my practice.
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