Relationship on the Rocks? How Starting Relationship Counselling Can Help You Save it!

What is relationship counselling?

Relationship counselling, also known as couples therapy, is a type of counselling that focuses on the specific issues and challenges that arise within romantic relationships. It is a form of treatment that helps couples work through conflicts, improve communication, and build a more robust and healthier relationship.

Relationship counselling can benefit teams in all stages of a relationship, whether they are dating, engaged, or married. Couples may seek counselling for various reasons, such as communication problems, trust issues, infidelity, and financial difficulties.

The therapist will usually meet with both partners together, and often separately, to gain a complete understanding of the issues at hand. They will help the couple identify the underlying problems and work to develop new ways of communicating and resolving conflicts.

The therapist may also teach couples new skills and tools to improve their relationships, such as active listening and empathy. Relationship counselling can be short-term or long-term. The ultimate goal of relationship counselling is to help couples build a more substantial, more satisfying and healthier relationship.

Relationship counselling can help couples or individuals in a relationship address and work through a variety of issues, such as:

• Communication problems
• Trust and infidelity issues
• Anger and conflict resolution
• Difficulty with intimacy and emotional connection
• Sexual issues
• Differences in values, beliefs, or lifestyle preferences
• Issues related to blended or stepfamilies
• Coping with changes or stressors in the relationship, such as the birth of a child or job loss
• Financial problems
• Issues related to cultural or ethnic differences
• Dealing with a partner’s mental health or substance abuse issues
• Assistance in making decisions about the future of the relationship, whether it be working towards reconciliation or deciding to separate

The therapist will work with the couple or individuals to help them understand and express their needs and feelings, learn new communication skills, and develop strategies for resolving conflicts and improving their relationship.

In conclusion, Relationship counselling can be a valuable tool for couples or individuals in a relationship who are facing challenges and difficulties. It is a safe and supportive environment where individuals can work through their issues with the guidance of a trained professional.

Clarity Family Therapy specialises in relationship counselling and can help address a wide range of issues. Whether it be communication problems, trust issues, or coping with changes in the relationship, relationship counselling can help individuals gain a better understanding of themselves and their partners and develop the skills necessary for a more fulfilling and healthy relationship.