I see a common pattern in my couples therapy practice: A couple comes in after YEARS of struggling, and they say, “I wish we had done this sooner.” FACT: On average, couples with relationship problems wait 6 years before seeking help. This stat – from the world renowned Gottman Institute – is one of the...
Did you know that roughly 30% of couples who seek therapy have a “mixed agenda”? This means one of you wants to save the relationship, while the other is unsure and thinking about leaving. What does this look like in couples therapy? Basically, one person is there to try and make it work (the “leaning...
Couples therapy can be a powerful tool for strengthening relationships and resolving conflicts. However, it’s not a magic bullet! Many couples experience what are known as “false starts.” These are periods of initial enthusiasm followed by a decline in session attendance or engagement. Think of it as the annual “January gym effect” but for couples...
Now that you’ve read Part I on being burned by therapy… Here are the common reasons I’ve heard from clients over the years about being burned by therapy. Obviously, this list can’t possibly cover EVERY reason someone may have been burned by therapy (and therefore may not represent your own experiences). This is simply based...
I hear it all the time. Story after story from folks who contact me because they need therapy help but are super hesitant to move forward and schedule a first session – let alone several sessions after that (assuming we “gel”) because they’ve been burned by a past therapist. With many years of experience helping...
Unsure what to expect for your very first session in couples therapy? Not to worry…I’ve got you covered! If you’re a bit nervous about session number one, that’s perfectly normal. And very understandable. After all, it’s not every day that someone asks you and your partner to sit down in front of a perfect stranger...
Couples therapy works best when you and your partner each begin the process ready to “look in the mirror.” People often contact me eager and ready to begin couples therapy in order to change their relationship for the better! Even over the phone or through email, I can hear that many of these people are...
Are you thinking it’s past time to start therapy but can’t quite take that first step? Well, you’re not alone! Like many things in life, the first step is the hardest. And why is it so hard for you (and everyone else) to begin? These 6 myths may explain what’s really holding you back. Myth...
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