When Bob and Carol come into my
office the first time, two things about them are immediately clear to me. Bob
thinks Carol needs to change and he’s just along for the ride; Carol is certain
Bob needs to make all the changes. It’s a recipe for disaster. Whether it’s
couples counseling, relationship coaching or marital therapy, there are a few
things that can help you get started on the right foot and stay true to your
goal of improving
your relationship.
1. Be willing to change. There are some
circumstances in which it is about one of you, for example, active addiction
and active abuse. For most couples it's about the relationship. Blaming your
partner for everything, or expecting them to be the only one to make
changes, is doomed to fail. You must both participate actively.2. Show up. Be on time and don’t cancel sessions. Make it a priority. Read more here...
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