Couples therapy

How couples therapy works

Couples therapy focuses on addressing communication problems in the relationship. Good communication is a prerequisite for dealing with the challenges you may face in a relationship. Life exposes us to a lot of challenges and situations that we haven’t dealt with before, so it’s only natural that we react differently. Sometimes more predictable, sometimes less.

Couples therapy can also be used to advise you on whether your relationship should continue or not. Together with the therapist, you can gain a better understanding of each other and thus better manage the difficulties that arise.

A study conducted by the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) found that 71% of women and 62% of men who went to couples counselling were satisfied with the type of counselling they received. The study also found that over 80% of participants would recommend counselling to others.

What set our therapist apart was her genuine empathy and personal insight. Not only did she possess a deep understanding of neurodiversity, but she also shared personal experiences that resonated with us, creating an instant connection and fostering a sense of trust!

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Couples therapy is recommended for everyone, even couples who have no immediate problems in their relationship. Therapy often strengthens the bonds of the relationship and can also prevent future challenges faced as a couple. Read more below or contact one of our therapists directly to see how we can help you in your particular situation.

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What is talked about in couples therapy?

It’s easy to think that couples therapy is about digging into problems. It is equally important to understand what works well in the relationship. A common approach used by the therapist is to let both parties talk about how they experience their relationship, both what works well and what could work better.

Another common question in couples ‘ therapy can be linked to the past lives of the partners. Both in terms of previous relationships, but also childhood and events that have affected you as a person, can be important in understanding why a person behaves in a certain way. A greater understanding of this also makes it easier for the therapist to provide the right guidance going forward.

An important element of couples therapy is getting to the point and ensuring that the other party is listening. In couples therapy, people practice expressing their thoughts, feelings and wishes without being interrupted. It also allows you to be listened to and gives you strategies to accept each other’s behavior.

Relationship problems often encountered in couple therapy

Relationship problems can take different forms. Here are some problems that are more common.

• Communication difficulties
• Sexual difficulties
• Infidelity
• Lack of trust
• Abuse
• Divorce
• Jealousy
• Financial issues
• Roles in the home

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