Does Couples Therapy Help? 1-minute video — with Dr. Daniel BE
Many couples consider counseling but hesitate because they fear it means they are not strong enough to work through issues on their own or that there is something inherently wrong in their marriage. Dr. Daniel BE speaks plainly about why couples therapy does help and can be an invaluable resource for creating a healthier relationship.
Does Couples Therapy Help?
Couples therapy, also known as marriage counseling, is a form of therapy that helps couples work through their relationship issues and improve their communication, intimacy, and overall relationship quality. The answer to whether couples therapy helps is a resounding “yes”!
What to Expect from Couples Therapy
Improved Communication
Couples therapy teaches couples how to communicate effectively, listen actively, and express themselves in a non-judgmental way.
Conflict Resolution
Therapy helps partners learn how to resolve conflicts in a healthy and constructive manner, reducing the likelihood of escalation and hurtful words or actions.
Increased Intimacy
By improving communication and understanding each other’s needs, couples can strengthen their emotional and physical intimacy.
Increased Trust
Couples therapy helps build trust by teaching partners how to be vulnerable, safe, open, and honest with each other.
Personal Growth
Therapy can help individuals grow and develop as individuals, leading to a more fulfilling and satisfying relationship.
Rebuilding and Repairing
Counseling at BEing Therey can help couples repair and rebuild their relationship after a crisis or infidelity.
Prevention
Marriage counseling can help prevent relationship issues from arising in the first place by teaching healthy communication and conflict resolution skills.
Statistics
- 70-80% of people who try couples therapy report a positive impact on their relationship (2012 Review of Couples Therapy Studies).
- Couples therapy can help couples improve their relationship satisfaction and reduce conflict (American Psychological Association).
- 90% of couples who complete therapy with a highly-trained therapist report an increase in their emotional well-being and comfort in their relationship (AAMFT) (Psychology Today).
