- Pre-marriage counselling. Before tying the knot, it's good to explore where the relationship is now, and how to improve communication. Pre-marriage counselling will help you address any nagging questions and talk about the future in a safe and healthy environment.
- Affairs. When an affair happens it's often a cry for help and is very hurtful for both partners. Counselling can help to rebuild trust and minimise the difficulties of emotionally charged situations. It also helps you understand what hasn't worked in the relationship, and to build a new one that's healthier and happier.
- Improving communication. We often assume we know what our partner is thinking or is going to do in any given situation - especially after some time together. That's a sure sign that the relationship has reached a fixed dynamic, which doesn't help it or the couple grow. Counselling can help you understand your partner better, and communicate in a healthier way.
- Working towards a healthy separation/divorce. When relationships come to an end, things can get very heated - especially if there are children involved. Couples counselling can help you move on from any lingering resentment and blame, let go of the past and approach the future in a constructive, amicable manner as you part ways.
How it works
Understand
By looking beyond surface issues, we identify the root causes of relationship problems. We analyse the dynamics of the couple, family backgrounds, personal history, expectations and plans for the future.
Reframe
Now we take a step back and put those factors into perspective. We work on making small changes to the couple dynamic and improving communication, trying to find common interests and things to do together.
Resolve
With better communication, new-found mutual trust and knowledge, fresh feelings and hopes, and a better relationship dynamic, it's time to move forward. The focus here is on keeping the changes in place, coping with any setbacks and creating plans for the future.