Marital/Relationship Conflict
Are you one of the millions of Americans unhappy in their marriage? You are not alone. Studies have shown that as many as 40%-50% of married couples in the U.S. divorce. Whether you are facing stress from money-related issues, disagreements on parenting, substance abuse, or infidelity, there is an answer.
Marriage and relationship counseling can help any kind of couple, regardless of marital status. Your therapist will work with you and your partner to resolve conflicts, build trust, and learn to communicate more effectively. No matter how bleak things may seem, it is never too late to seek help from the compassionate therapists at IBH.
What if I want counseling, but my partner will not agree to go?
If your partner is reluctant to try counseling because they feel that your issues can’t be resolved, they aren’t comfortable being open and honest with you, or they fear there is no hope for the relationship, there is still a chance for reconciliation.
Begin by attending the counseling on your own and try following the recommendations of your therapist, such as making changes in the way you address, respond, and react to your partner.
Small, positive changes over time may lead your partner to change their mind. Though you can’t force them to participate, if they see a positive change in you as a result of the counseling, it may encourage them to pursue a change in themselves as well.
Can relationship counseling really save my marriage?
Though there are no guarantees that counseling will be successful for you and your partner, the current success rate of marriage counseling is about 70%. Nearly 50% of all couples in the U.S. have had some sort of relationship counseling during the course of their relationship. Even if saving your marriage feels pointless, a nonjudgmental, unbiased 3rd party may be the perfect solution to revitalize your relationship.
If you are concerned that you or a loved one may be in a potentially dangerous situation due to domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.