Marriage Counseling
Build resilience
Life rolls on and it can feel like there is no energy left to work on the marriage until an issue becomes too difficult and something must be done about it.
Sometimes a marriage is basically happy and just needs a small tweak in a certain area. Other times, some underlying pattern disturbs your compatibility and saddens you about the stability of your marriage.
Don't despair, the majority of conflicts that Couples face can be fixed. Over the years I have seen Marriage Counseling make improvements that are both subtle and dramatic.
My style
I am skilled at getting you on the same page. Finding new and better ways to communicate. We will collaborate and come up with an actual plan for improving your marriage.
Then I will guide, support and keep you focused on solutions. Therapy isn't only about exploring feelings; I also aim to help you produce results and real change.
Unstuck
As your Marriage Counselor I will address your emotional concerns as well as those of your spouse. I don't take sides.
We will aim to lower tensions, increase relationship satisfaction, reduce conflict and refresh intimacy. How? By resolving upsetting conflicts and changing poor habits you've fallen in to. Everyone wants a happy married life that is generative and smooth.
What you need to bring is humility and a willingness to accept & understand your part in the relationship dynamic. Marriage Counseling does not take sides. I am an objective emotional facilitator working for the betterment of your relationship.
Counseling can only succeed when blame is decreased and personal ownership is present. We will aim to lower tensions, increase relationship satisfaction, reduce conflict and refresh intimacy.
As your Therapist I will provide you with a safe, neutral environment. You can relax and get the extra support, guidance and objective feedback that you need to focus on your marriage.
Marriage Counseling
The process of Marriage Counseling can feel like a great relief. Your weekly session gives you a dedicated time to slow down and focus fully on your feelings, thoughts and those of your spouse. It's an intimate time even it's its sometimes contentious.
You will gain positive relationship skills, closeness and a new understanding of your spouse.
Tensions are lowered as emotional wounds heal. You remember who you want to be to each other. A happier marriage is a real possibility.
Hard Work
I'll work as hard as you do to on your marriage.If you and your spouse need compassionate, expert assistance to improve something in your marriage you can contact me.
The best way to reach me is via email
I look forward to hearing from you.
Warm regards,
Laressa Desmond PhD
CPC CA MFT