Houston Couples Counseling
we treat couples
Maintaining a healthy relationship that is able to weather a lifetime of stressors takes tremendous, ongoing effort and investment. Relationship ups and downs are normal, but couples may benefit from professional help when destructive patterns or disconnection threaten the relationship's trajectory and survival. A 2017 study showed that 49% of couples report having attended some form of counseling with their spouse. Below are common reasons couples seek treatment.
Affairs
Communication
Children
Parenting style
Work
Money/Debt
In-laws
Sexual intimacy
Domestic violence
Decision to break up or stay together
Pre-marital counseling
Research finds that couples therapy has a positive impact on 70% of couples seeking treatment, and outcomes for couples receiving therapy were shown to be vastly superior to those of couples not receiving treatment. Below are some common tasks in couples therapy.
Identifying destructive patterns
Improving healthy communication
Strengthening connection
Nurturing emotional vulnerability
Identifying relationship patterns from our family of origin
Healing past wounds
Building trust
Creating a plan for relationship maintenance
Therapists will build a relationship with both partners, will never take sides, and will make sure each person feels heard, understood, and supported. The therapist sets and enforces clear ground rules for session communication to create a safe environment for each partner to voice thoughts and feelings without worsening current problems.
FAQs answered
Couples counseling is covered by most insurance and EAP plans.
You don't have to be married to attend couples counseling; many unmarried couples in relationships benefit from therapy.
Couples counseling does not always work towards keeping the relationship together. The therapist and couple with collaboratively identify goals, which may not always be to stay together.
Sex Therapy from a specially trained therapist may be requested.
Therapists with a special interest in working with LGBTQIA+ and Polyamorous relationships are available.
What are the benefits of play therapy for children?
Play therapy offers numerous benefits for children, particularly in terms of emotional, social, and cognitive development. Here are some key advantages:
Emotional Expression: Play therapy provides a safe space for children to express their feelings and emotions. Through play, they can communicate what they might not be able to verbalize.
Problem-Solving Skills: It helps children develop problem-solving skills as they navigate different scenarios and challenges during play.
Social Skills: Children learn to interact with others, share, take turns, and develop empathy through play therapy. It can improve their ability to form and maintain relationships.
Behavioral Regulation: Play therapy can help children learn to manage their behaviors and emotions, leading to better self-control and coping strategies.
Trauma Processing: For children who have experienced trauma, play therapy can be a gentle way to process and make sense of their experiences in a non-threatening environment.
Self-Esteem and Confidence: Successfully navigating play scenarios can boost a child’s self-esteem and confidence, making them feel more competent and capable.
Cognitive Development: Engaging in play can enhance cognitive abilities, including attention, memory, and language skills.
Overall, play therapy is a valuable tool for helping children grow and thrive in a supportive and understanding environment.
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