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The Benefits of Couples Therapy vs. Individual Therapy.

In Blog, Newsletter by Michelle Washburn-Busk

Key Points: Which type of therapy is best for me?  If you are in a committed romantic relationship, you’ve likely encountered some degree of tension with your partner. Whether it be personal struggles that your partner is privy to or difficulties between you two, stress is stress, and it can impact a couple. That being said, couples therapy is not always the fix for stress that impacts the couple, and “regular therapy” (individual therapy) is …

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What is the Difference Between Pre-Marital Counseling and Marital Counseling?

In Blog, Newsletter by Jared Anderson

Pre-Marital Counseling: What is it? Who is it for? What can we expect? Deciding to spend your life with someone is a huge commitment. Pre-marital counseling (or pre-engagement, pre-moving-in-together counseling) can help you strengthen the foundation of your relationship as you step into this meaningful next chapter of your life together. What is Pre-Marital Counseling? Pre-marital counseling is a building block for a successful future! Preparing for the big day with your significant other can …

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Why is it So Hard to Ask for Help with My Marriage/Relationship?

In Blog, Newsletter by Dr. Aimee Hubbard

Help- I need somebody (to save my marriage)! Why is it so hard to ask for help? Whether people are assembling furniture or stuck in a rut with their partner, asking for help can feel overwhelming- or even impossible. Asking for help is hard, even for small stuff. So, it can feel even harder when you are thinking of asking for help with something big, like your relationship. Below are five common barriers to seeking …

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10 Tips for a Healthy Marriage

In Blog, Newsletter by Michelle Washburn-Busk

Whether you are in couples therapy or not, you have probably wondered at one point or another about some tips to strengthen your relationship. If you are in marriage counseling/couples therapy, this list can provide some ideas for making progress outside of your appointments. If you are not in couples counseling, this list of tips will hopefully generate some ideas for ways you can be more intentional about putting in the work your relationship deserves …