The Approach
Couples therapy starts with three-session assessment. The first one is a joint assessment. The second session is split into two individual interviews. Both spouses also complete an online questionnaire. During the third and final assessment session the couple get detailed feedback on their relationship. Together with the therapist the couple decides if couples work is the best way forward and if it is, then the goals of the sessions will be discussed.
In therapy the couple is helped to create a safe relationship by working through conflict and betrayals. Couples learn to increase intimacy, manage conflict, heal from past hurts, and to create shared meaning.
Couples seek therapy for:
- Conflict and arguments
- Poor communication
- Emotional distance
- Sexual difficulties
- Betrayals of trust, including infidelity
- Differences in values and beliefs, such as with money and parenting
Couples who are doing well can also benefit from therapy by strengthening their relationship further, finding more joy in their shared lives together and find healthier ways to cope with issues as they arise in the future.