Couples Therapy Dallas For All With Relationship Problems

By Lena Stephenson


When people fall ill, they go to a hospital or clinic to seek treatment from a doctor. What about relationships? Damaged or sick relationships can also be salvaged by couples therapy Dallas. Many studies show that 80% of relationships thrive after counseling by a good couples therapist.

There are many reasons you and your partner would decide to see a therapist. Often, it is problems that neither of you can see, nor fix and hence, you need the perspective of a third party. Most couples report lack of connection, falling out of love and the many conflicts that go unresolved. Stress or life changes such as weight, birth of a baby and relocating are also bound to put pressure on a relationship.

The most important factor to remember is that just like illness, relationship problems need to be resolved in time. Waiting for problems to escalate before seeking help can seriously hurt your marriage, long term or short term relationship. If you wait for too long, divorce, splitting, break up or separation may result. After that, therapy may become even more difficult.

Many people wonder how counseling helps their relationship. The solution is a combination of problem solving tools that counselors are equipped with. The tools help the partners undercover their underlying problem. The underlying problems are the cause of many troubles in relationships and most couples are not able to see that. The goal of therapy is to undercover the main issue and resolve it in order to solve all other troubles arising from it.

Once you have made your appointment, the therapist may interview you to understand both of you as a couple and how you perceive your problem. He or she may interview both of you at the same time or separately depending on the situation. After the interview an assessment is done and feedback given. From the assessment, the therapist may recommend a plan of action based on your problem.

Therapy begins when both parties agree that is their best way forward. For most people, twelve sessions are enough, although, it is different for everyone. However, by the fourth or fifth session, one should be able to see positive results if the therapy is effective. You will notice better communication and also some learning about your partner. There are also fewer conflicts, arguments and you will have more hope towards the relationship.

Just like it is important to get the right doctor to treat you, it is imperative to find the right therapist. It is advised that you make an appointment with a counselor who has at least counseled married people. The reason is that they have probably seen the worst and helped people in really bad situations. Chances are they will do the same for you. Get referrals of licensed and registered counselors from your friends, doctors or even clergy.

In conclusion, remember that you do not have to call it quits, just yet. There are many other couples who have been in a similar situation and did not give up. Partner counseling has been used by numerous people with above average results. With a good therapist, positive attitude and optimism, it should work for you too.




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