Discernment Counseling · Larkspur & Telehealth Across California

Not sure whether to stay or go? You don't have to decide today.

A short, structured process for couples when one partner is leaning out -- and you both want to make this decision carefully.

Both partners attend together
In-person or telehealth
Free consultation
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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
$250 Per session, both partners attend together
10+ Over 10 years working with couples in transition
CA In person in Larkspur, telehealth across California

What It Is -- and What It Isn't

Not couples therapy. A clearer view.

We're not trying to fix the marriage yet. We're trying to help you both see it clearly -- what happened, what each of you brought to it, and what's realistically possible.

It's common for partners to arrive in different places. One may be leaning out. One may be leaning in. That's normal, and the process is built for exactly that.

If you have kids, this matters too. A careful decision can make a calmer co-parenting relationship possible later, whichever way you go.

This may be a fit if...

The Process

How it works.

01

Slow It Down

We take the heat out of the room so you can both think, not just react.

02

See the Pattern -- Without Blame

Each of you looks at your own part in the cycle. Not to assign fault. To understand it.

03

Look at the Paths Honestly

What would a real attempt at repair take? What would a respectful separation look like?

04

Decide

The goal is a direction you both feel clear about -- together or apart.

Fee

Sessions built for both of you.

In person in Larkspur or by telehealth across California. Both partners attend together.

Discernment Session

Couples Discernment Counseling

50 minutes, both partners together.

$250 / session

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Safety note: If there has been violence or you feel unsafe at home, discernment counseling isn't the right starting point. We can talk privately about other options during your consultation.

Casey Binstadt, LMFT "

If you're not sure whether to stay or go, discernment counseling gives you space to decide without pressure.

Licensed LMFT · California Statewide

Meet Your Therapist

Hi, I'm Casey Binstadt.

I'm Casey Binstadt, LMFT, and I help separated and divorcing parents find a healthy way forward with kids at the center.

For over 10 years, I've worked with parents and couples through breakups, divorce, blended households, and coparenting. My approach is warm, practical, and grounded in attachment science and IFS.

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Licensed LMFT #50495 California Statewide Telehealth Mosten Mediation Trained

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

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