When Should Couples Go to Therapy?
is how long couples wait before seeking therapy
On average, couples wait 6 years after problems begin before seeking therapy. Experts say couples would benefit more from seeking help earlier.
Last verified: 2026-01-15
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of couples in therapy report significant improvement
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success rate for Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
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improvement rate with Gottman Method Couples Therapy
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positive effects can last after therapy ends
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Amora. (2026). When Should Couples Go to Therapy?. Retrieved from https://tryamora.app/statistics/when-to-go-to-couples-therapy
According to Amora's research, 6 years is how long couples wait before seeking therapy (Source: tryamora.app)
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