Marriage.com Review Board
Meet the guardians of accuracy & integrity
The Review Board at Marriage.com shares our mission of providing compassionate resources to help you prioritize and nurture your relationship well-being. Consisting of leading relationship experts, licensed therapists, psychotherapists, psychiatrists, mindfulness coaches, and counselors, this advisory team specializes in various areas of relationship counseling and brings extensive experience, ensuring that our advice is grounded in sound principles and practices.
Review Board Members
Jenni Jacobsen
LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Claimed
Jenni Jacobsen is a licensed social worker with a master's degree in social work from The Ohio State University, and she is in the process of completing her dissertation for a Doctorate of Philosophy in Psychology. She has worked in the social work field for 8 years and is currently a professor at Mount Vernon Nazarene University.
Christiana Njoku
CSS, MNIM, NNPHL

Marriage Mentor and Relationship Coach
Claimed
Christiana Njoku is a certified relationship coach and marriage mentor from the prestigious Institute for Marriage and Family Affairs in Stafford, USA. A seasoned relationship and personal development expert with years of experience in speaking and coaching on relationships with proven commendations and referrals from clients.
Silvana Mici
LMFT

Licensed psychologist
Claimed
With a rich background in Counseling Psychology and Pedagogy, Silvana Mici is a licensed psychologist and certified coach dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey to a fulfilling lifestyle.
Maggie Martinez
LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Claimed
Maggie has a background in psychology and social work, allowing her to work with several different populations of individuals. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and specifically enjoys working with families, children and couples.
Kimberly Smith
LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Claimed
Kimberly Smith, LMHC, creates a warm and welcoming therapy space. She uses methods like talking therapy to meet each couple's special needs. Kimberly works together with people to help them make positive changes and improve their relationships. Her supportive approach ensures everyone feels valued and understood.
Grady Shumway
LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Claimed
Grady Shumway is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Utah. He earned his Master of Social Work Degree from Arizona State, along with his undergraduate degree from Utah State University. He specializes in cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and other modalities. Grady has worked with various populations in various positions over the last 9 years.
Dionne Eleanor
Coach

Coach
Claimed
Dionne Eleanor, with over 10 years' experience, merges science with ancient wellness as a transformational coach. Trained in relationship, sex, and intimacy coaching, she specializes in conscious relating and sexual mastery. Dionne employs Rapid Transformation Therapy for quick results, emphasizing the importance of relationships in overall wellbeing.
Mert
PhD

Psychologist
Claimed
Mert Şeker, PhD, has always dreamed of becoming a psychologist to help people through understanding and acceptance. With his education in psychology, Mert specializes in family and couple therapy, believing in the significance of interpersonal relationships. He adopts a holistic approach, integrating Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Sexual Therapy. Mert offers both individual and group therapies, advocating for professional support to navigate life's challenges.
Former Review Board Members at Marriage.com
We also take a moment to appreciate our former Review Board members who have contributed immensely to the growth and integrity of Marriage.com.
Anne Duvaux
ACC

Counsellor and Executive Coach
Milica Markovic
LMFT

Psychologist Coach MA
Angela Welch
LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Jeannie Sytsma
LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist
Kimberly Pulley-VanBuren
PhD, LMFT-S, LPC-S

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
How Marriage.com Review Process Works
At Marriage.com, we've instituted a thorough process to ensure that every piece of advice we offer stands up to the highest standards of relationship expertise. Once created, the content is passed on to our Review Board, a panel of leading relationship experts, therapists, and counselors.
Depending on the content's focus, it's assigned to a specialist with expertise in that particular area. This ensures that the advice is accurate and relevant to the challenges and joys of modern relationships.
Once the content meets the stringent standards set by our Review Board, it is stamped with "Clinically Approved By," crediting the expert. This is a testament to the content's quality, accuracy, and relevance. When you see this label, you can be confident in the advice you're receiving.
By adhering to this process, Marriage.com remains committed to your relationship journey, offering advice that is both heartfelt and expert-backed.
Check our detailed Editorial Process