Marriage Counseling

People often come to me for marriage counseling. Actually, I prefer to
call it couples counseling because I see all types of couples- many who
do not fit into that marriage category.

I come from the perspective that both people in the relationship have
some responsibility for the good things in the relationship, as well as
the bad stuff. Often I get a partner in the relationship or marriage
who states that it is all the other person's fault. As we talk more, it
becomes more and more apparent to both people that there is
responsibility on each side.

In a typical marriage counseling or couples therapy session, I help the
pair find their strengths in the relationship, as well as what they need
to work on. Often, there is a focus on communication skills. Once the
communication improves, the rest of of the relationship often follows.
I also help to facilitate communication between the couple. Maybe there
is a topic that is so touchy that it cannot be discussed without a huge
fight. I can help by acting as the moderator. We'll all handle it in a
therapeutic way.

I offer extended sessions for marriage counseling and couples therapy.
Often, the standard 45 minutes session is not enough. I have the option
of a two hour session to help you get down to business.