Would
you like:
To feel happier in your relationship?
Less arguing and more intimacy?
Fewer resentments and more laughter?
I’d like to help. Most couples come to therapy because
one or both partners are unhappy. They may not feel appreciated,
loved, respected, heard, or understood. They may believe that
if their partner would just change, they would be happier. They
often say they have made their requests very clear, and still
their partner won’t change, or even listen. While this
is can be viewed as a communication problem, I tend to think
of it as a communication pattern problem. We are often unaware
of the patterns in how we communicate, and how they can affect
our relationships.
I use a three step process to help you and your partner recognize
the patterns you may have developed in your communication, and
work with you to change those patterns. You will develop more
effective means of communicating, allowing you to connect with
your partner on a deeper level. This kind of communication can
transform the relationship from a battleground to a safe haven,
or from a distant “roommate” situation to an intimate
alliance, allowing you to see both your partner and yourself
in a new, more positive light. It is for this reason that it’s
been said "to be more fully connected is to be more fully
oneself".
Most couples wait an average of seven years before seeking help.
This means that resentments can build up over time, and there
may be lots of repair work to be done. While it’s certainly
possible to make those repairs, it’s much easier and faster
to nip the problem in the bud, before things escalate and get
out of hand. If you are considering couples therapy, the time
to act is now.
A large part of the therapy process is the relationship between
the couple and the therapist. I offer a free half-hour consultation
so we can meet, talk about how your relationship is going, and
how you would like it to be. I’ll explain more about my
approach and you can decide whether it feels like a good fit
for you. I look forward to meeting you and having the opportunity
to help you create your ideal relationship!
You can email me by clicking here: e-mail
sue
or by
phone at 916-690-4856.
I look forward to hearing from you! |
