Couples’ counseling can be proactive or a response to a crisis. Counseling can support and guide couples seeking intimacy, positive communication, and resilience in tough times. Therapy can also aid couples in crisis, address past negativity or trauma, and restore broken relationships.
The marriage journey is shaped by the life experiences, family backgrounds, and baggage that the couple merges together. Openly discussing disagreements, triggers, and past trauma can feel unnerving, especially when one partner is more willing than the other to work on it. At Wellspring Counseling, our therapists employ scientifically proven techniques to facilitate constructive sessions.
Marriage counseling can also be proactive, focusing on skill-building in areas like communication, active listening, establishing shared goals, and fostering mutual understanding.
Premarital counseling is a comprehensive process that delves into critical aspects of a relationship, such as conflict resolution, effective communication, financial management, shared beliefs, and family dynamics. By exploring these areas together, couples gain a deeper understanding of each other’s values and expectations, establishing a sturdy framework for their marriage. Through open and honest dialogue, couples can proactively address potential challenges, enhancing their connection and readiness for a fulfilling and enduring partnership.
Wellspring offers several options for couples counseling:
Pre-marital:
• SYMBIS – Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts
• Book themed – Pick a book to go through such as The Meaning of Marriage, The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work, or Sacred Marriage
• A la carte – our premarital therapist can also help you pick and choose topics that matter to you both and work through these as you head towards marriage.
Marital:
• The Gottman Method
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