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Marriage & Couples and Individual Counseling in Gainesville, Fl
Structured, Skill-Based Relationship Counseling for Couples, Individuals,
& Those Ready to Do Something Different
Couples Therapy Office Near Me In Gainesville, Florida
Looking for counseling in Gainesville, Florida?
Marriage & Couples, and Individual Counseling in Gainesville, Fl
Mike Evans, LMHC
Structured, Skill-Based Relationship Counseling for Couples, Individuals, & Those Ready to Do Something Different
Couples Therapy Office Near Me In Gainesville, Florida
Helping you break painful cycles, communicate without fighting, and feel chosen again.
If Nothing Changes
Divorces Are Expensive
Living Like Roommates is Lonely
Constantly Fighting is Exhausting
Something Has To Change!
What Could Your Relationship Look Like In One Year?
Most people don’t want just average.
You don’t want to just “make it work.”
You want it to feel good again.
Who want to be best friends, great lovers, and an amazing team.
Whether you are fighting for your marriage, recovering from a breakup, or trying to understand why you keep repeating the same patterns in dating I believe you deserve clarity.
I help people stop blaming and start building. One year from now could feel completely different, but only if you decide to do something different today.
WHO I WORK WITH
COUPLES & MARRIAGES
For partners who feel like roommates, argue in circles, or are recovering from a betrayal. We move from "me vs. you" to "us vs. the problem."
INDIVIDUALS & SINGLES
For those who are tired of relationship anxiety, self-sabotage, or attracting the wrong partners. We do the identity work to make you a secure, confident partner.
RELATIONSHIPS IN CRISIS
For those navigating divorce, separation, or the aftermath of a breakup. We process the grief and rebuild your foundation so you don't carry the past into your future.
PREMARITAL COUNSELING
For those who want to start marriage with better communication clear expectations, and a deeper understanding of each other. The goal is to help you grow into best friends, great lovers, and an amazing team.
Do these scenarios sound familiar?
One of you feels criticized and gets defensive, the other feels unheard and shuts down. The more reactive things get, the more disconnected you feel. Together, we identify that pattern and teach you how to interrupt it in real time.
It may feel like you can’t bring up anything hard without it turning into a fight or shutdown. One of you speaks up, the other feels attacked, and the conversation either explodes or ends in silence. Nothing really gets resolved. In our work, we slow that pattern down so tough conversations feel safer and more productive.
It may feel like you don’t talk about anything real anymore. Conversations revolve around schedules, bills, and the kids, but not how you’re actually feeling. The deeper connection has faded into logistics. Together, we create space for meaningful conversations again so you can feel known, not just coordinated.
Don't worry, you can make the changes!
You don’t have to keep living in survival mode.
You deserve a relationship that feels safe, connected, and real.
One where you feel like a team again.
Where you’re not just getting through the day, but actually enjoying each other.
If you’ve been stuck in the same patterns, it’s not because you’ve failed.
You just haven’t had the right tools or the right support.
Let’s change that together!
What You'll Achieve When We Work Together
Feel Close Again
Rediscover Intimacy
Have More Fun Together
Feel Heard
& Seen
What I Want For Every Couple Is This:
Not just roommates managing a life, but two people who actually enjoy each other. You laugh more than you argue.
You feel chosen.
You feel wanted.
You feel like a team.
You can talk about hard things without it turning into a fight or a shutdown. You trust each other. You desire each other. You feel close again.
Instead of guessing what your partner needs or hoping they’ll “just get it,” you’ll both learn the language and tools to say what you mean and hear what matters.
More clarity, care, connection, and confidence in how to love each other well.
Are you ready to make some changes?
What You'll Achieve When We Work Together
Feel
Chosen
Rediscover Intimacy
Have More Fun Together
Feel Heard
& Seen
What I want for every couple is this:
Not just roommates managing a life, but two people who actually enjoy each other. You laugh more than you argue.
You feel chosen.
You feel wanted.
You feel like a team.
You can talk about hard things without it turning into a fight or a shutdown. You trust each other. You desire each other. You feel close again.
Instead of guessing what your partner needs or hoping they’ll “just get it,” you’ll both learn the language and tools to say what you mean and hear what matters.
More clarity, care, connection, and confidence in how to love each other well.
Are you ready to make some changes?
What I Expect From Couples I Work With
My work is structured and focused because your relationship deserves more than vague conversations.
Your time matters. Your future together matters.
I work with couples who want to feel like a team again and are willing to take ownership of their part. You don’t have to be perfect. But you do have to be willing.
Using the RICH Relationship Framework,
we focus on four core skills:
Responsibility
Decreasing defensiveness by owning your impact without blame
Intentional Conversations
Having the difficult conversations by communicating clearly and calmly
Care & Consideration
Showing thoughtfulness and rebuilding trust through daily actions
Have Fun
Bringing back joy and connection
These are skills you will practice between sessions. Growth doesn’t happen by talking alone.
It happens when you apply what we work on in real life.
A rich relationship isn’t about perfection. It’s about clarity, care, and commitment.
I’ll guide you step by step. You bring the willingness.
3 Phases of Our Work
Phase 1
Evaluation & Building a Plan
This is where we establish clarity of where you are and where you want to go
We do this by:
Intake History
Review Assessments
Identify the negative cycle keeping you stuck
Identifying Root Problems
Clarifying Concerns
Establishing Goals
Phase 2
Putting Plan Into Action
This is where real change begins and you get more stable and solid.
We focus on stabilizing the relationship and pulling out of crisis by strengthening these skills:
Communication
Emotional safety
Conflict repair
Reconnection
Phase 3
Mastery & Implementation
This is where couples move from surviving to thriving
We apply skills to harder conversations and create lasting security.
Parenting
Intimacy
Finances
Extended family
Stress
Occupation
Super Simple 3 Step Process
to Get Started
3 Relationship Assessments
1. The Relationship Blueprint:
Measures your current experience with safety, communication, conflict, and connection
2. The Relationship Risk Audit:
Helps you reflect on your own behaviors using the RICH framework
3. How I Experience My Partner:
Offers insight into how you each feel in the relationship day to day
2 Hour Intake
This helps me get a full understanding of your history, strengths, pain points, and your goals and motivation to want to make changes.
1 on 1 Meetings
These allow me to get to know you as an individual and who each of you. I also love to provide the opportunity for both of you to be able to share freely what you are wanting and have been experiencing.
Ready to get started?
Also included
The Relationship Blueprint Toolkit
Here's what you get:
20 Guides related to Safety, Communication, Conflict, and Connection
Teaching videos
Simple concepts explained clearly
Reflection prompts and couple questions
Scripts to use when communication feels hard
Exercises that help you build habits together
Couples who use these tools make faster and deeper progress.
One hour every week is not enough to change long-standing habits.
But if you engage with the toolkits between sessions, you start to integrate the work into your actual life.
That’s when real change happens.
"Mike has literally saved our marriage!"
I wish I could give more than 5 stars. Mike has literally saved our marriage. When we first came to Mike we were in a very dark place, but through his sessions we finally see the light. The resources and guidance he has provided me and my husband are unmatched! We are often sharing these resources with others and recommend him to our friends. Thanks Mike!
-Google Review
Premium Care Resources
How do we stop having the same argument over and over?
how do we talk without shutting down or blowing up?
how do i get my partner to hear me?
how do we rebuild trust?
How can we feel more connected again?
how do we become a team again?
what do i do if my partner shuts down during conflict?
how do we fix our intimacy issues?
how can i be a better partner?
A Note From Mike
The fact that you’re even here tells me something important.
You don’t want to stay stuck. You want to do something about your relationship. You’re not looking to ignore it or just hope it fixes itself. You’re looking for a way forward.
That matters.
Every strong relationship is built on skills. And most of us were never actually taught those skills. We all need help at times to learn how to communicate better, handle conflict differently, and grow into the kind of partner we want to be.
That’s not weakness. That’s maturity.
If you’re ready to stop circling the same issues and start building something stronger, I’d be honored to be the therapist who helps you do that.
You’ve already taken the first step by looking.
Now let’s take the next one together.
Hold hands, don’t point fingers.
-Mike
Mike Evans, LMHC
Counseling in Gainesville
Since 2010
A Note From Mike
Mike Evans, LMHC
Counseling in Gainesville
Since 2010
The fact that you’re even here tells me something important.
You don’t want to stay stuck. You want to do something about your relationship. You’re not looking to ignore it or just hope it fixes itself. You’re looking for a way forward.
That matters.
Every strong relationship is built on skills. And most of us were never actually taught those skills. We all need help at times to learn how to communicate better, handle conflict differently, and grow into the kind of partner we want to be.
That’s not weakness. That’s maturity.
If you’re ready to stop circling the same issues and start building something stronger, I’d be honored to be the therapist who helps you do that.
You’ve already taken the first step by looking.
Now let’s take the next one together.
Hold hands, don’t point fingers.
-Mike
Client Testimonials
How To Start Couples Counseling With Me?
Fill out the form to get started
This is the first step to taking action and making changes
Text me your concerns and goals
Get to know each other and learn how my process works
Begin the work
We'll schedule your intake and your consistent appointment, then you'll start to learn the root cause of your issues and know where and how to make changes
Fill out the form to get started
This is the first step to taking action and making changes
Text me your concerns and goals
Get to know each other and learn how my process works
Begin The Work
We'll schedule your intake and your consistent appointment, then you'll start to learn the root cause of your issues and know where and how to make changes
Frequently Asked Questions
STILL NOT SURE?
I understand there can be some questions.
Here are some of the common ones.
If you have more, then shoot me a text of your questions!
Question 1: Do you take insurance?
I am not in network with any insurance company right now. That means I cannot bill your insurance directly. But I can give you the receipts and forms you need. You can send them to your insurance company. Depending on your policy, they may pay you back as an out of network provider. Text (352) 559-9878 if you have questions.
Question 2: How much does it cost?
Sessions cost $185 to $200. After hours sessions (anytime after 5pm) cost $250.
I want the cost to be clear before you start.
You can see all the details at learningcurvecounseling.com/couples-pricing.
If you have questions, just text me.
Question 3: Where are you located?
I am located at 1204 NW 69th Terrace Suite B in Gainesville, FL.
I am near the mall and HCA hospital, right by the interstate exit. There is a traffic light that makes it easy to get to the office. There is plenty of parking. Text (352) 559-9878 if you need help finding me.
Question 4: How long does it usually take?
I would plan on at least 10 to 12 sessions. It may take longer.
It depends on how long the problem has been going on. It also depends on how much you work on things between sessions. The more you practice at home, the faster you may see change.
Question 5: What if we want to stop coming?
You can stop at any time. This is your work, and it moves at your pace. There is no penalty. There is no pressure to keep going. If we do stop, I suggest one closing session. That way the progress you made can stick.
Question 6: What are relationship intensives
Intensives are longer sessions that last 3 to 4 hours. They let us go deeper in one day than weekly sessions can. They are a good fit when you want faster progress. They also work well when your schedules make weekly sessions hard. You leave with a clear plan to keep going.
About LCC:
Working with a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in marriage therapy, you will confidently connect, communicate, and deal with conflict. I will help you understand and address the pain of disconnection. I would hate for you to go through life in your relationship feeling alone and disconnected, when there was something that could have been done to help you two.
Are you interested in marriage counseling or relationship therapy in Gainesville?
Company Info:
Phone: (352) 559-9878
Email: mike@learningcurvecounseling.com
Address: 1204 NW 69TH Terrace Suite B, Gainesville FL 32605
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