Business Details
Expert Relationship Counseling Services in South Orange County
Marriage Made Better was founded on the principle that every relationship deserves the opportunity to thrive. With over a decade of experience in clinical psychology and marriage therapy, our team specializes in guiding couples and individuals through the complexities of modern relationships. Our approach combines evidence-based methodologies like Emotionally-Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method with personalized care tailored to each client's unique circumstances. We address critical relationship challenges including communication breakdowns, infidelity recovery, and post-divorce parenting dynamics.Our founder's extensive background in trauma counseling and domestic violence advocacy informs our compassionate, holistic treatment philosophy. We maintain strict ethical standards and prioritize client confidentiality while delivering practical tools for lasting relationship improvement. Our services are designed to accommodate diverse needs through in-person sessions, video conferencing, and specialized programs like Dating After Abuse. This commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care has established us as a trusted resource in South Orange County's mental health community.
Services
Couples Counseling
Individual Counseling
Marriage Accelerator
Online Therapy
Phone Sessions
Dating After Abuse
Workshops & Speaking
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized counseling tailored to your unique relationship challenges
- Our therapists use research-backed methods proven effective in clinical studies
- Specialized experience working with trauma survivors and domestic violence cases
- Licensed professional with dual master's degrees in clinical psychology
- Flexible service options including online counseling and intensive programs
Services
Couples Counseling
Our couples counseling combines Emotionally-Focused Therapy and Gottman Method techniques to address communication issues, rebuild trust after infidelity, and resolve conflicts. Through structured sessions, we help partners develop emotional connection, improve conflict resolution skills, and create shared relationship goals. This evidence-based approach has demonstrated 70-75% success rates in clinical studies for relationship recovery.
Individual Counseling
Individual counseling provides a safe space for self-exploration and relationship clarity. We help clients understand their relationship patterns, develop communication skills, and work through personal challenges affecting their partnerships. This service supports individuals preparing for couples counseling or addressing relationship stress independently through guided self-discovery and practical skill development.
Marriage Accelerator
The Marriage Accelerator uses Gottman Institute assessments to identify relationship patterns and create targeted improvement plans. This three-phase process includes targeted questionnaires, in-depth analysis, and personalized development strategies. The program helps couples quickly understand their relationship dynamics and receive a customized roadmap for improvement based on decades of relationship research.
Online Counseling
Our online counseling platform provides accessible relationship support through secure video conferencing. Designed for California residents, this service offers flexible scheduling while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness. Clients can choose hybrid in-person/virtual sessions or complete treatment remotely, ensuring continuity of care regardless of location or schedule constraints.
Dating After Abuse
This specialized program helps domestic violence survivors rebuild relationship confidence. Through group therapy, we address trauma's impact on new relationships, develop healthy boundary-setting skills, and rebuild trust capacity. The curriculum combines self-esteem building with practical relationship tools to help participants establish healthy connections while maintaining personal safety and emotional well-being.
People
Carly Ketchum
Founder and Owner
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with dual master's degrees from Pepperdine University. Specializes in relationship trauma recovery and evidence-based couples therapy. Created the Dating After Abuse program and serves as adjunct professor at Pepperdine University's Graduate School of Education and Psychology.
Questions
What types of counseling do you offer?
We provide couples counseling, individual counseling, and specialized programs like Dating After Abuse. Services are available in-person, via video conferencing, and through phone sessions for California residents.
How does the Marriage Accelerator work?
The Marriage Accelerator uses Gottman Institute assessments to identify relationship patterns, followed by analysis and personalized development plans. This three-phase process creates a targeted roadmap for relationship improvement based on scientific research.
Are your therapists licensed professionals?
Yes, our founder is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA License #81406) with dual master's degrees in Clinical Psychology and Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University.
Do you work with trauma survivors?
Yes, we specialize in helping domestic violence survivors through our Dating After Abuse program and have extensive experience addressing trauma's impact on relationships through both individual and couples counseling.
Can we schedule sessions online?
Yes, we offer online scheduling for all services. Video conferencing sessions use secure platforms that comply with healthcare privacy regulations for California residents.
