One of the most common requests from incoming clients at Waypoint Counselling Network is for couples counselling. Key areas of concern include communication, intimacy, trust, finances, and parenting. The good news is that couples counselling provided by trained therapists can be roughly 75% effective, according to the American Psychological Association. Here are three tangible steps…
Talking with a partner about attending couples counselling can sometimes be delicate. Here are 8 things to try. 1. Choose the right time and place: Find a calm and private place where both you and your partner feel safe and comfortable discussing sensitive topics. Try saying something like “How about we have a quiet night…
Don’t wait to seek help It can feel stressful seeking out couples counselling but don’t put it off. Issues and conflicts in a relationship tend to only get worse if left unaddressed. What may seem like a small irritation or concern at first can fester and grow into a bigger problem that then complicate things…
When a couple reaches the point of needing counselling, a lot of emotions come up. Feelings of distrust, anger, resentment and fear are very common and can be very destructive if left to simmer. Taking that first step to seek out counselling can be stressful. Some common questions are: What to expect from couples counselling? …
Couples Therapy – Using the Gottman Method: Couples are often in distress when beginning to attend couples therapy. Emotions can run high and passionately. The goal of couples counselling is to better improve the nature of the relationship so that communication can occur that is productive and effective. In the end, couples will be better…
Some of our Waypoint Counsellors use the Gottman Method when providing couples therapy. The Gottman Method to couples counselling is an evidence-based, research-backed therapeutic approach that helps couples regardless of what stage their relationship is in. Couples Counselling: What Happens? Initially, a couples counsellor will do a relationship assessment. The couple will describe the current relationship…
Have you just found out your partner was unfaithful? Infidelity hurts. If you have just discovered your partner has been unfaithful to you, you are likely feeling betrayed, hurt, angry, or all emotions at the same time. Discovering infidelity is often experienced as a crisis in a relationship and is also one of the most…
Marriage Counselling: Marriage counselling is something that many couples eventually think about. The first thing to know – is that seeking marriage counselling is not a sign of trouble. In fact, being open to the idea of getting help is a sign of insight, and a desire to make a relationship stronger. Seeking advice and…
Communicating: Communicating doesn’t always come easy but it is the cornerstone of strong relationships. Without strong communication, relationships can be tough sometimes, leaving you feeling angry, confused, hopeless and exhausted. Avoid communicating in a way that only results in distancing and lingering problems. Recognize and manage the four relationship killers. Improve your communication skills. Often couples…
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