Attending couples counseling should not be a last-ditch effort to save a rocky relationship. In fact, men and women can actually benefit from seeing a therapist at the start of their marriage, before any major disputes have occurred. Therapy can strengthen a relationship and mitigate conflict by giving spouses the tools and techniques for facilitating communication. Of course, it can also help couples reunite after a conflict has arisen—as long as they recognize something is wrong and know when to seek guidance.  

How Couples Counseling Can Improve a Marriage

1. You Keep Having the Same Argument

If you and your spouse keep having the same fight, one of two issues could be at play. Either both parties need to learn how to communicate better regarding this particular dispute–which includes empathizing with the other party–or something deeper is fueling the argument. If this is the case, you will never resolve the fight until you address the root of the problem.

2. You Are Holding on to Past Pain

Every relationship has highs and lows. To overcome the lows, both parties must be willing to forgive and move on. Holding grudges is not conducive to a healthy marriage, and it will only cause problems in the long run. If one of you constantly brings up a past wrong and can’t seem to get over it, couples counseling could help determine why.

3. You Bicker Incessantly

Couples don’t necessarily need to experience a major setback, like an affair, in order to benefit from counseling. Minor annoyances can add up over time. If you and your spouse are constantly bickering, a therapist can help you revive the relationship and infuse it with more positive interactions.

If you and your partner want to attend couples counseling, turn to Families Inc. With eleven clinics throughout Arkansas, we make it easy to get quality mental health services from an experienced and compassionate provider. To find the office nearest you, visit our website or call (877) 595-8869 to make an appointment today.