Marriage counseling that Heals in Fort Wayne, IN. Restore Your Relationship.

Speak with the right marriage therapist in Fort Wayne. Real help for issues like separation, communication, infidelity, and finances.


Teresa M Walters, Ed.D., MAMFT, LMFT, LAC
Marriage Counselor

Teresa M Walters, Ed.D., MAMFT, LMFT, LAC

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Licensed Addiction Counselor & Christian Counselor

Available for Online Therapy

Helping couples reconnect and find relational wholeness is often a multi-dimensional process that includes addressing both the individual's needs and the couplehood. A healthy couplehood is a collaborative balance of individual and collective needs and strengths.

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Fort Wayne, Indiana is home of multiple attractions perfect for families with children and teenagers. Here you will find the DeBrand Fine Chocolates Tour where you can enjoy the making of the best candies in town. The Embassy Centre is a historical site that typically houses performances throughout the year ranging from theatrical and comedic to concerts and films.1 Be sure to check out the calendar of events to plan your family's trip to this location. Georgetown and Village are two different bowling alleys within the area to meet your family's entertainment needs. Putt-Putt Golf Games and Go Carts is the perfect location to get your adrenaline going while racing down the track or enjoying 18 holes of fun. The Lincoln and Firefighters Museums are two other attractions, which may be of particular interest to your specific family. Farfield Elementary, Kekionga Middle, and Wayne High are three of multiple options located within the city for your children's educational needs.

Marriage and Family Mental Health in Fort Wayne

Expecting mothers who seek guidance and support during their pregnancy can take advantage of many free services offered by A Hope Center. In addition to pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and other basic health care services, A New Hope provides expecting moms with educational materials to help them make healthy choices as their baby grows. Group classes provide further opportunity for growth, and cover topics such as nutrition, developmental stages, financial budgeting, and effective parenting strategies. The agency's Fatherhood Program helps guide and direct expecting dads toward responsible fatherhood and helps them develop skills to be an involved and supportive parent. Contact A Hope Center at 260-422-3544 24-hours a day for more information.2

Project Incentive is a multi-modal approach to improving the social and emotional functioning of Fort Wayne's low-income families. The program focuses on early intervention strategies to help children develop good decision-making skills, appropriate social skills, and useful learning habits. The program also includes parent outreach services, which empower parents - especially single mothers - to educate themselves about providing a home that facilitates their children's social and emotional growth. Additional information about this program is available by calling 1-800-509-6884.3

Encouraging families to spend time together engaged in healthy activities is a primary goal of the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne. The YMCA provides social activities, weekend camping trips, holiday events, and recreational activities for families who need a break from the stresses of daily life. Families learn how to build stronger bonds with one another through improved communication, restored trust, and a renewed commitment to building a happy, healthy life together. Contact the YMCA at 260-422-6486 to find out how to enroll in a family activity.4

Family Services and Assistance Programs

The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration provides a comprehensive set of assistance programs that help families improve their physical and mental health, financial status, and employability. Job training programs help families become economically independent through education, job placement programs, and job search assistance. Families that have fallen on hard times and cannot afford to pay bills, rent, or purchase food can receive emergency financial assistance in order to meet their financial obligations. The agency also oversees the Medicaid program and can help families determine their eligibility for medical and mental health care services. Many other programs are offered. Call 1-800-457-8283 for further details.5


References

1. Embassy Theater. (2006). About Us. Retrieved from http://www.fwembassytheatre.org/aboutus.htm
2. A Hope Center. (2006). Free Services. Retrieved from http://www.ahopecenter.org/iknowimpregnant.html#111
3. Lifeline Youth and Family Services. (2017). Project Incentive. Retrieved from http://www.lifelineyouth.org/project-incentive.html
4. YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne. (2017). Family Time. Retrieved from http://www.fwymca.org/family_time.php
5. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration. (2017). Programs and Services. Retrieved from http://www.in.gov/fssa/2407.htm

Fort Wayne is located in Allen County, Indiana. It has a land area of 110.61 square miles and a water area of 0.21 square miles.  The population of Fort Wayne is 260,326 people with 102,273 households and a median annual income of $43,774. .


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Mental health treatment and therapy in Fort Wayne is sometimes a struggle to afford for families and individuals without proper insurance coverage. Finances for many in Fort Wayne are not able to cover long term weekly counseling sessions without a budgetary plan in place. The good news is that therapists are often willing to work with you if accessibility is an issue. Low cost therapy and sliding scales are just some of the options that therapists can offer. Insurance may cover your sessions as well. Talk to your counselor to learn more. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Fort Wayne public health department.