Business Details
Expert Couples Counseling & Relationship Workshops in Atlanta
Couples Launch, founded by Dr. Deborah Russo, is a relationship counseling practice dedicated to helping couples and individuals build lifelong, healthy relationships. With over 25 years of clinical experience, we specialize in evidence-based therapies for couples at all stages, including premarital counseling, remarriage preparation, and recovery-focused relationship enrichment. Our services integrate psychodynamic and solution-focused approaches, utilizing tools like the Gottman Method, SYMBIS, and Prepare & Enrich inventories to address communication, conflict resolution, and emotional resilience.As a PSYPACT-certified provider, we offer telehealth services across state lines, prioritizing accessibility and flexibility. Our team combines expertise in eating disorders, addiction recovery, and trauma-informed care to address complex relational challenges. We emphasize proactive relationship maintenance through workshops and personalized therapy, reducing divorce risk by 31% through early intervention. Our mission is to empower couples with tools for lasting connection, grounded in clinical rigor and compassionate care.
Services
Couples Counseling
Premarital Workshops
Remarriage Preparation
Telehealth Therapy
Relationship Enrichment
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of clinical experience in relationship therapy and recovery.
- Evidence-based tools reduce relationship failure risk by 31%.
- Telehealth services available across PSYPACT participating states.
- Certified facilitator for Gottman, SYMBIS, and Prepare & Enrich programs.
- Integrates trauma-informed care and addiction recovery expertise.
Associations and certifications
- Gottman Institute Verified Member
- Certified SYMBIS Facilitator
- Certified Prepare & Enrich Facilitator
- Certified Heartmath Biofeedback Practitioner
What people say
Life-changing communication strategies
Effective premarital preparation
Expertise in recovery support
Engaging experiential workshops
Proactive relationship maintenance tools
Services
Couples Counseling
Personalized therapy sessions address communication breakdowns, conflict resolution, and emotional resilience for couples at all stages. Using evidence-based tools like the Gottman Method, we help partners rebuild trust and strengthen bonds through structured, goal-oriented sessions.
Premarital Workshops
Interactive workshops prepare engaged couples for lifelong partnership using SYMBIS and Prepare & Enrich inventories. These sessions explore personality traits, financial planning, and conflict management to establish a resilient foundation before marriage.
Remarriage Preparation
Specialized counseling addresses unique challenges in remarriage, including family integration and past trauma resolution. We provide strategies for conflict management and building new relational dynamics in blended households.
Telehealth Therapy
Secure virtual sessions offer accessible therapy across PSYPACT states. This service maintains clinical rigor while providing flexibility for couples seeking evidence-based relationship support from their preferred location.
Relationship Enrichment
Experiential workshops like 'Time Out For Play!' combine skill-building with fun activities to enhance connection. These sessions use proven therapeutic principles to improve communication and deepen emotional intimacy through shared experiences.
People
Deborah Russo
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Russo is a certified Gottman facilitator with 25+ years of experience in relationship therapy, addiction recovery, and trauma-informed care. She specializes in evidence-based premarital counseling and couples workshops.
Questions
What types of counseling do you offer?
We provide couples counseling, premarital workshops, remarriage preparation, and recovery-focused therapy using evidence-based tools like the Gottman Method and Prepare & Enrich inventories.
Do you accept insurance?
We are an out-of-network provider. Payment is collected at the time of service, but we provide receipts for potential insurance reimbursement.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, as a PSYPACT-certified provider, we offer telehealth services to clients in all PSYPACT participating states.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations. Late cancellations may incur a fee to respect the reserved appointment time.
How long are therapy sessions?
Individual sessions last 60 minutes, while couples sessions range from 75 to 90 minutes for comprehensive support.
