Couples Counseling
Marriage is a commitment, and as such, it requires consistent
time and effort. Problems in any committed relationship are inevitable,
and sometimes, if these problems are ignored or otherwise not adequately
addressed at the beginning, conflicts can escalate to such a level that
resolution may seem impossible. This is where qualified counseling services
come in. Many couples, married and not married, take advantage of this valuable
service as they navigate the often bumpy road of a long term relationship.
Marriage counseling, also known as couples therapy, helps couples to better
understand conflicts and ways to resolve them. Facilitated by an impartial
mediator, these sessions allow couples to improve their communication and
problem solving abilities and work together towards a relationship. Licensed
marriage and family therapists mediate these sessions and help participants
to focus on the relationship and work through the issues involved.
Many couples find that they only need a few sessions to help determine the
source of the conflict and the best ways to resolve it, while others find
that they need counseling on a more long term basis. Some of the issues
that are commonly dealt with in these counseling sessions include divorce,
infidelity, physical or mental conditions, finances, unemployment, sexual
difficulties, child rearing conflicts, changing roles, blended families,
and similar situations and circumstances.
While taking about the problems in your relationship with a marriage counselor
may be difficult, and conflicts between you and your partner may make communication
between you difficult, it is important to remember that the purpose of these
sessions is to voice your concerns and opinions to your partner, while an
impartial mediator offers advice. If your partner refuses to attend these
sessions, you can still benefit from the therapy on your own.
When you are searching for a marriage counselor or couples therapist, be
sure to find one who is licensed, certified, and has undergone specific
training. Ask any potential counselors if they are members of the AMFT or
licensed by the state, about their education and background, experience
with your specific issues, rates, length of each session, session policies,
and the location of their office.
The decision to attend marriage counseling should not be taken lightly.
Be sure to discuss all of your options available with your partner and with
the counselor that you choose. Remember, admitting that a problem or issue
exists is the first and most important step in the resolution of the issue.
If you would like to talk about Couples Counseling
call
Dan Pippinger at:
(360) 779-7921
or e-mail me at
dan@restorationcounseling.us
1040 Hostmark St.; suite 100D
Poulsbo, WA 98110
My office is easy to find located in the Olympic Place Building in Poulsbo
and convenient to Bainbridge Island, Kingston and Silverdale.
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