When a lack of communication or conflict affects a relationship between two people, much can change. It may happen quickly or over time, but all is not lost. Working with a trained couples therapist helps establish a safe space for discussion, re-open communication, and rebuild emotional and physical intimacy. Even if conflicts are deep-seated and long-running, there is hope.
Love led you to your relationship, and it deserves a second chance.
Rough spots in life and relationships can occur for many reasons, often caused by things beyond either partner’s control. When they do, and your relationship is affected, it takes time to get things back on track. Our couples counseling sessions are designed to help each of you get the most out of therapy and reach a new level of honesty with your spouse or partner. The goal is a long-lasting change for the better.
First session: Similar to all therapy appointments, we start with introductions and establishing a positive therapeutic relationship. During the second half, we will discuss the history of your relationship distress, what causes the stress, and the long-term goals you’d like to set for your relationship.
Follow-up sessions: We begin by checking in on changes and progress on skills discussed in earlier appointments. Then the session turns to working on goals, processing recent experiences and emotions, and building more effective communication and relationship skills.
Couples’ therapy appointments at Wellness Counseling are between 50 and 60 minutes. You can attend in-person or online telehealth sessions. It’s important that both of you attend the first session and may attend subsequent appointments together or separately. Before any counseling session, it’s good to think through issues and concerns you’d like to discuss and have two or three ready to bring up.
Creating a Safe Space for Mutual, Open Communication
On some days, you may arrive at a couples’ counseling appointment with mixed feelings about your relationship or willingness to change. It can be a natural part of the process, and our therapists will help you work through your feelings towards a point of clarity. Continuing your relationship requires a genuine commitment from both spouses or partners, and we’ll guide you in your decision-making.
√ Ask Questions During Counseling, Even Sensitive Ones
√ Be Honest with Your Spouse, Partner, Yourself, and Your Therapist
√ Arrive at Each Appointment with an Open Mind, Willing to Consider Requests and ideas
√ Have Realistic Expectations About What Might be Possible in Your relationship
√ Watch for Themes and Patterns in Your Communication Skills
√ Continue to Work Outside Your Sessions; Try to Implement and Accept Change
Every couples therapist on the Wellness Counseling team is highly trained, certified, experienced, and caring. We’re a leading psychotherapy practice in Oahu, providing services to individuals, couples, and families. Our team of counselors is diverse, and we’ll match you with someone who has the right background and credentials for your relationship and emotional needs. We offer a range of treatment approaches, and our therapists are known for their client-centered approach,
We’ll Give You the Tools You Need to Improve Your Relationship.
Good relationships require effort in the form of communication and compromise. Building the trust and acceptance requires skills we can help you build. Our holistic approach considers each of you as individuals along with the togetherness of your relationship. All are interdependent and rely on a comprehensive approach that considers everything. The opportunity exists to make your relationship healthy, stable, and fulfilling for a lifetime. Our mission is to help you get there equally and together.
We’re open Monday through Saturday and ready to help you.
General Office Hours: Monday – Fridays 7 a.m. to 6 p.m and Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
