Counselling for couples - Preston, Lancashire
Couples counselling, also known as couples therapy or relationship therapy, is a type of therapy that is designed to help couples improve their relationships and address any issues or challenges they may be facing. When working with couples I am an objective third party, I provide a safe space where you both can express your thoughts and feelings, supporting you to identify problem areas and gain a better understanding of yourselves and your processes to facilitate choice and change.
Benefits of couples counselling
Some potential benefits of couples counselling include: Improved communication: Couples counselling can help partners learn how to effectively communicate with one another and resolve conflicts in a healthy, productive way. Enhanced understanding: Counselling can help couples gain a deeper understanding of each other's thoughts, feelings, and perspectives, leading to increased empathy and closeness. Increased intimacy: By working through issues and learning new coping strategies, couples may find that their relationships become more emotionally and physically intimate. Increased satisfaction: Couples who engage in therapy often report increased satisfaction with their relationships, as they are better equipped to navigate challenges and build stronger, more resilient partnerships. Improved problem-solving skills: Counselling can help couples develop skills to better manage and resolve conflicts, leading to a greater sense of stability and security in the relationship. Enhanced self-awareness: Counselling can also help individuals gain a greater understanding of their own emotions, behaviours, and coping mechanisms, which can lead to personal growth and improvement in all areas of life.