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My go-to approach for helping people in couples/marriage counseling is person-centered therapy (PCT). I prefer this style because it allows the couple to have their own way of building communication between them.
I teach the following tools in couple/marriage counseling: Gottman style, rules for fair fighting, and the magic of communication in a marriage.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in couples/marriage counseling when they come to the session and inform me that they had an argument or disagreement and were able to communicate through it without showing anger or aggression or leaving.
Clients can supplement their time in couples/marriage counseling with individual counseling. Also, when I assign “homework,” the couple needs to complete that assignment because it will help them grow as a couple.
To prepare for your first couples/marriage counseling session, you can make sure all documents are read and signed by both parties. Couples can also come into the initial session with goals that they would like to accomplish.
Thriveworks Couples therapy helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. It is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy include:
Couples therapy works by helping couples identify and better navigate their unique challenges. Following an initial assessment of the couple in terms of strengths and needs, the therapist would then discuss their therapeutic goals and any possible approaches or ways of working together as therapist and couple.
Couples attend sessions together, whether they meet in person or by video. In addition to regular couples therapy sessions, each partner may also be asked to attend a few individual sessions to supplement their progress. This will allow their counselor to get to know each individual better, assess each of their personal needs, and develop the very best treatment plan moving forward.
Couples therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend couples therapy for 12 weeks. However, couples therapy may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
Are you and your spouse experiencing an issue that you just can’t seem to resolve? Relationship issues are common, but that certainly doesn’t make them any less stressful. If you’re considering seeking help to move forward in a positive manner with your relationship, a couples counselor at Thriveworks Counseling in Athens, GA may be able to offer the support and guidance you require.
While the exact circumstances of your issues are of course unique to you and your partner, there are common themes that many couples report disagreeing about. These can include, but aren’t limited to:
Or, your issue might be something else entirely, and that’s okay! If you pursue couples therapy, the counselor you see may not have dealt with your exact circumstances before, but their training and insight can be applied to help in your situation.
If you’re on the fence, consider asking yourself and your partner these questions:
There are so many benefits to working with a couples counselor. More than we can describe here. If you’re even thinking about scheduling an appointment, it might be time for you to pick up the phone or head to our online booking portal. Our counselors want to help you and your partner be successful and happy. You just have to start.
If you and your partner would like to work out your disagreement or relationship issues in a safe, respectful environment then an Athens couples counselor would be delighted to help.
Give Thriveworks Counseling in Athens, GA a call and discover how much better your relationship can be. We have evening and weekend appointments, no waitlist, and can even get you into your first session within the same week of your initial call.
Don’t wait any longer. We look forward to hearing from you.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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