Signs you should attend Couples Counseling

One of the hardest things about being a couples therapist is seeing how long people wait before they come to therapy. 

The average couple will struggle with issues for around six years before seeking help.

This is problematic, because the more time that goes on, the more resentment builds and this increases the amount of time couples spend in therapy. 

There are many reasons that couples delay coming to therapy. 

Some include:

❌ If you attend couples therapy that means you’re not strong enough to deal with things on your own. 

❌ If you avoid the problems, then things will get better. 

❌ Believing that your partner is actually the problem and thinking that couples therapy will be pointless.

❌ The belief that talking about things and going to therapy will just make things worse.

None of these are true. 

Here are some signs that you should come to couples therapy: 

✅ Escalating conflict that is occurring more frequently. 

✅ Feeling emotionally, distant, or lonely in the relationship. 

✅ Feeling like you’re falling out of love with your partner. 

✅ Difficulty discussing finances. 

✅ Lack of sexual intimacy or difficulty talking about sexual needs. 

✅ Trust or commitment issues. 

✅ Difficulty communicating about parenting styles. 

✅ Difficulty discussing and/or dividing up household duties. 

✅ Feeling like you’re not a priority in the relationship.

✅ Untreated anxiety or depression that impacts the relationship. 

✅ Trust violations, abuse, or addictions. 

I want to remind you that early intervention provides the best results but no matter where you are on your relationship journey we are here to help. Click the link below and book your free consultation.