Relationship Counseling
Are you having trouble with a parent, child, friend, sibling, partner, family member, in-law or co-worker? Do you not know how to untangle yourself from the complexities of the dynamics between the two of you? Do you know that your life in general is being strained by some unresolved conflict, tension or resentment.
Are you arguing over trivial matters? Do you sometimes question your choices in relationships? Are you struggling with issues of intimacy and trust?
Our relationships powerfully impact the way we shape our lives and engage with others. One unhealthy relationship can contaminate other areas of our lives. Gaining insight and resolution to relationship issues lends itself effectively to a richer, more satisfying life.
Couples/Marriage Counseling
Do you feel as if your relationship is in jeopardy? Are you feeling conflicted or lonely in your relationship? Are the two of you struggling to resolve ongoing conflicts? Are your different opinions interfering with your happiness?
Many people find their relationships are struggling with issues around communication, neglect, built up resentment, broken trust, money troubles, parenting conflict, emotional stress and infidelity. Perhaps it is time to address the underlying issues and work with a professional that can help you strengthen your relationship and make things right again. With commitment and hard work, you can learn to communicate lovingly, reconnect, eliminate fighting, and become the happy couple you yearn to be.
For some couples, the desire is to strengthen and enhance a relationship that is generally in a good place but could benefit from some additional enrichment. Either way, learning more about each other and the following topics can be the start:
- Understanding and getting clear about his and her different needs
- Affection, intimacy and sexuality concerns
- Managing stress, setting boundaries, and enhancing trust
- Coping with infidelity
- Problems of attachment, separation, and loss
- Effective co-parenting strategies
- Learning better communication techniques
Premarital/Commitment Counseling
Are you thinking about making a lifetime commitment and want to do everything possible to solidify a healthy relationship? Are you struggling with the idea of commitment?
Are you certain that you have found the right person and want to make that feeling last? Working with a professional to explore relationships either individually or as a couple can help uncover unknown reasons and enhance awareness about why we choose the relationships we choose. Premarital work can strengthen relationships from the start and address many topics that allow couples to feel united and aligned as they begin a future together.
Separation and Divorce
Have you and/or your partner decided that your relationship has come to an end? Do you need guidance and assistance in taking the next step forward because you don't even know where to begin? Do you need emotional support during this time of turmoil and transition?
Divorce/separation is a monumental undertaking and has many complexities that can exhaust and overwhelm the entire family. Knowing the best ways to approach and cope with the process is essential. Utilizing a professional to guide and assist you during this overly emotional and draining time where anger, shock and resentment can reach unmanageable levels can be a critical decision. Counseling can help the adults and/or children involved to find comfort, relief and a sense of hope for the future.
