Marriage Counseling, Couples Therapy and Coaching in Harrisburg, PA

Online Coaching Anyware, Couples therapy in-person and online across Pennsylvania.

Ready to Finally Stop Walking on Eggshells?

Resolve issues and communicate with your partner

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Does it feel like no matter what you do, how hard you try, you just can’t communicate? You might try… but each important conversation ends in either shut down or reaction?

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“We can communicate! I can keep his attention for longer than 2 minutes. I can ask questions and keep him engaged!”

~ D.M

Does if feel like no matter what you do, how hard you try, you just can’t communicate?

At one time they felt like your best friend, but now you are assuming bad intentions or are disconnected..

And now you wonder if it’s worth fighting for now? You seems so different?

Any hint of conflict and the defenses come up!

We get it!

We have worked with hundreds, maybe thousands of couples struggling just like you!

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Say goodbye to temporary fixes

It is our mission at Emergent Relationship Center to give partners the the right tools so they can respond to any of the curve balls life throws at them and their partner. We help couples create a strong team.

Couples are encouraged and supported through use of the best methods available to transform relationships.

No solving it themselves, no lectures, and no directions to stay quiet, .

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Do everything you think will improve your relationship dynamics, including reading self-help books…

You have even tried couples therapy…

But if the mentality or purpose doesn’t change, these are only band-aid fixes.

It is our mission at Emergent Relationship Center to empower our couples coaching clients with the right mindset and knowledge so they can respond the proper way when life throws them curveballs.

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What is the Breakthrough Process?

Start with our Breakthrough Session, a vital step where we identify key relationship dynamics. Jessica and our clinical team combine professional insights with a keen eye for nuances that may be causing discord.

We’ll help you spot and change counterproductive patterns, guiding you to the right service for your needs, be it therapy or coaching.

This session is about understanding and resolving tensions, setting a clear path for growth and connection. Dive in and transform challenges into opportunities for deeper bonds.

Start with our Breakthrough Session, a vital step where we identify key relationship dynamics. Jessica and our clinical team combine professional insights with a keen eye for nuances that may be causing discord.

We’ll help you spot and change counterproductive patterns, guiding you to the right service for your needs, be it therapy or coaching.

This session is about understanding and resolving tensions, setting a clear path for growth and connection. Dive in and transform challenges into opportunities for deeper bonds.

Before jumping into a program, we recommend couples to go through our Breakthrough Session first, but you can do a traditional therapy session if you feel you need help with anxiety or depression.

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STEP 1:

Sign up for our game-changing Breakthrough Session at a discounted rate of $150. Initial progress between you and your spouse is guaranteed.

Limited slots only per month!

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STEP 2:

During the Breakthrough Session,you will:

1. Create a new vision of what you want in your relationship

2. Discover the roadblocks for you to get there

3. Create a plan of action to work towards, energizing you to implement the change

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STEP 3:

Knowing what to improve, opt for either tailored coaching to boost communication or couples therapy to address deeper mental health issues.

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Coaching vs. Therapy

We strive to provide the best possible services that our clients need at the time of breakthrough.

Emergent Relationship Center’s coaching program is designed to fast track the transformation and overcome communication barriers with your partner ASAP.

It’s for tackling life’s biggest challenges, such as communication, discovery of an affair, or lack of emotional intimacy, providing you with strategies to open up and finally create a bond.

On the other hand, therapy is a better choice for couples who will need to deal with emotions due to mental health issues such as depression and anxiety or need to do a deep dive on emotional wounds from childhood or family of orgin.

A coach will show you techniques to climb a mountain.
A therapist will get you well enough to make the climb.

Whichever path you choose, take the first step today.

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Exploring Your Options: Coaching or Therapy?

Deciding between coaching and therapy? We’ve got you covered on both fronts. While we often champion coaching for couples looking to break free from distressing patterns with structured support, we understand the crucial role of therapy in addressing deeper mental health concerns. That’s why we also offer direct access to therapy—no daunting waitlists here—ensuring you receive the right kind of help, right when you need it.

Dive into the journey of understanding whether coaching or therapy aligns best with your relationship’s current chapter!

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Keep things from going south. Turn your relationship around.

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COUPLES THERAPY

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INDIVIDUAL THERAPY

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DISCERNMENT THERAPY

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IMMEDIATE RELATIONSHIP REPAIR

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COUPLES INTENSIVE (Couples Retreat)

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Meet The Relationship Visionary

Jessica Myers-Adams, LCSW

Founder of Emergent Relationship Center

My professional background as a therapist has led me to become a couples coach because of one powerful truth: couples coaching delivers amazing outcomes! Through this results-driven program, our team has witnessed countless couples thrive and change for the better.

For my clients, I use the Developmental Model for Couples which integrates Attachment Theory, Differentiation Theory, and Neuroscience into a specific modality designed to break patterns and get couples to communicate and form stronger relationships.

I’ve also written the book What to Do When You Do Give a F*ck: A Roadmap to a Happy Relationship, wherein I share my experiences being in a relationship and give couples a clear guide on how to connect, communicate, and compromise to achieve more joyful and meaningful bonds.

Having been through hell and back myself, I don’t hesitate to help couples who are facing an affair, eruptive fights, or the paralysis of isolation. I’m proud to say that past conflicts in my own relationship have empowered me and excite me to help other couples be in their happiest and most vibrant states.

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Blogs

The Conflict Cycle And How It Can Be Resolved by Mastering Emotions

Conflict is an inevitable part of any relationship, but how couples handle conflict can either strengthen or damage their bond. Often, conflicts follow a predictable cycle—known as the Conflict Cycle—which repeats itself until the underlying [...]

What Are the Advantages Of Couples Coaching Over Therapy?

When it comes to improving relationships, couples have a range of options, with couples therapy and couples coaching being two of the most effective. While both approaches aim to enhance connection and resolve conflicts, they [...]

Is It Healthy to Go to Couples Therapy?

Many couples wonder whether seeking therapy is a sign of failure or weakness in their relationship. In reality, it’s quite the opposite—couples therapy is one of the healthiest steps partners can take when they encounter [...]

Frequently Asked Questions

After you schedule your free session, we will send you a resource that can help you make progress before your first session. In your free session, you will meet with the therapist and talk about your situation and some goals you have for therapy. Next, you and the therapist will schedule your first session and you will fill out some paperwork and get more resources to help you get the most out of your sessions.

You want to feel better about your relationship and it’s understandable this is a consideration.

Insurance coverage varies, but generally couples therapy is not covered and we do not accept insurance. We are happy to provide you with a superbill if you are wishing to receive reimbursement from your insurance provider.

When you work with a therapist from Emergent, you can be sure that they are a trained specialist.

Our expertise includes thousands of hours:

The developmental model created by Ellyn Bader, Ph.D., is a powerful way to transform relationships. This approach addresses the response cycle by using principles of neuroscience, takes into account your family history with the ideas of attachment theory, and gives couples a road map to get unstuck in their sequential journey.

We learned how to deal with the most difficult cases and some of our Colleagues send couples they want to help, but  feel stuck with.  If you should decide to work with us, you will be in good hands.

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Accreditations

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Emergent gave us a forum to focus exclusively on the “nuts and bolts” of being with each other. It taught me to lead more with appreciation and helped each of us to better communicate real feelings with each other.

~ A.S.
Before I wasn’t sure how to navigate conflict, but we learned ways to better communicate. Especially in times of conflict
~ Former client
Now we can be more honest and open, understanding that we can feel differently at the same time and that’s okay–both can be right. I feel like we are both present in dealing with issues instead of me feeling alone.
~ G.P.
Who doesn’t want a great relationship? I turned to Emergent Relationship Center, looking for just that. I thought we would be exploring our relationship with Jessica, but I was wrong; we started our relationship goals with Gloria (aka Glowria). Gloria was unbiased, honest and a great listener. She provides various tools for us to use independently. We are 6 weeks in and communicating as if we just met! We strongly recommend Gloria @ Emergent Relationship Center. Gloria, thank you for setting us up for a loving future!
~ Googlepaige
Jessica Myers Adams is knowledgeable, empathetic and compassionate. She has helped me to work on transforming my life and look toward a much more positive future. She is without a doubt the most competent and therapist I have ever worked with. I strongly recommend her!
~ Jeff Simms
I can tell her when I don’t want to talk about something. I am so glad that can be an answer! I didn’t want to say that before because I didn’t feel comfortable
~ J.M.