One of the most unpleasant experiences in couples counseling, although uncommon, is when an individual uses the session to announce that he or she wants...
Archive for category: Marriage Counseling
Suspicion
Donna came to me deciding whether to continue her marriage. She was very unhappy the last few years and suspected that her husband Chris was...
Affairs
Affairs can destroy marriages. Marriages can sometimes endure one affair, assuming the affair is dealt with effectively, but marriages rarely survive more than one affair....
The Dinner Plate
Tom works long hours. When he gets home late at night, he’s exhausted, as is his wife Alicia. Alicia is managing their four kids— transporting...
Just to Hear Your Voice
Cindy is a collegiate coach. She works long hours, especially in season. She enjoys working with student athletes, motivating them to achieve. Her husband Ron...
The Move
Ross and Debbie moved from out West and were deciding whether to return. Ross said, “I told you I appreciated you moving out here.” Because...
The Showerhead
Tom and Alicia were rehabbing a bathroom and needed to decide on the fixtures. Alicia shared the plumber’s suggestion of showerheads and Tom researched the...
The Wanderer
Matt recently retired; but began leaving the house, saying he was checking his Post Office box, but not returning for hours. Lisa wasn’t sure where...
Emotional Support
Liz experiences her emotions intensely, moving from joy to despair. Her family of origin was able to support her emotionally and now she looks to...
The Controlling Husband
Tony was a controlling guy. He had subtle ways of controlling Elana about which he was clueless. He even attempted to control her thinking. Underneath,...