Couples Discernment Counseling · Marin, CA & Online

Helping you decide your next step: divorce or unification.

Not sure whether to stay or go? Discernment counseling helps couples gain clarity, understand what went wrong, and make a decision both partners can feel confident about.

Both partners attend together

In-person or telehealth

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Not every couple in crisis needs to divorce. Not every couple needs to reconcile. What you need is clarity.

Casey Binstadt, LMFT

Couples Discernment Counseling

Helping you decide your next step.

Not every couple in crisis is ready to divorce — and not every couple is ready to reconcile. Discernment counseling is a specialized, short-term process designed to help you gain clarity about which path is right for you.

Unlike traditional couples therapy, discernment counseling doesn't try to fix the relationship. It helps both partners understand what happened, what each person contributed, and what the future might look like — together or apart.

One or both of you is considering divorce, but isn't certain.
You've tried couples therapy before, and it didn't work.
You keep having the same arguments without resolution.
You love each other but can't seem to make it work — or you're not sure you still do.

The Process

How couples discernment counseling works.

Gain Clarity

We slow things down so both of you can think clearly — not react emotionally. What do you each really want? What are you willing to work on?

Understand the Dynamic

Casey helps each partner see their role in the relationship patterns — without blame — so you can make an informed decision going forward.

Explore Both Paths

What does a serious attempt at reconciliation look like? What does a thoughtful, respectful divorce look like? We explore both honestly.

Decide Together

The goal is a shared decision that both partners feel clear about — whether that's healing the relationship or separating with dignity.

Getting Started

Sessions built for both of you.

Sessions are available in-person in Marin County and via telehealth throughout California. Both partners attend together.

Discernment Session

Couples Discernment Counseling

A dedicated session for both partners, focused on gaining clarity about your next step together.

$250 / session

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I bring a mix of structure and empathy to every session — so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

Licensed LMFT · California Statewide

Meet Your Therapist

Hi, I'm Casey Binstadt.

Over 10 years supporting parents, couples, and individuals through life's toughest transitions — breakups, divorce, blended families, and coparenting.

I bring a mix of structure and empathy to every session, using an attachment-based approach and practical, real-world tools.

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Licensed LMFT #50495 California Statewide Telehealth Attachment-Based

Take the First Step

Ready to move forward?

Your first consultation is free. No commitment, no pressure — just a conversation about where you are and how I can help.

Free 15-Minute Consultation

A no-pressure conversation to understand your situation and see if we're a good fit.

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