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Note that this course is not the same as counseling. CoupleTALK provides a process for making a good relationship better. If you find your marriage or partnership in serious trouble, you are advised to seek counseling or therapy to restore the foundation of your relationship. It is never too late to make constructive changes in a partnership--as long as love, commitment, and the motivation to work things out are present.
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Shop around. Ask people you trust to help you locate a counselor or therapist. You might ask friends, relatives, clergy, physicians or mental health personnel. |
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Look for the most qualified professional you can find. Check out the person's professional training and experience. |
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Interview prospective therapists to determine how well they can meet your needs. For example, how flexible are their hours? How much do they charge? What about insurance claims? Will they see you individually as well as together? How will the number of sessions be determined? How is progress evaluated? |
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Look for a professional whose personality and values are compatible with your own. This is usually determined through conversation, and it may take time. Once you have selected a person, you may decide that it is not a good fit. If so, don't just quit--shop around again. The present therapist might recommend someone who could work with your situation better. |
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If abuse occurs in your relationship, the abusive partner should be urged to seek professional anger counseling. Couple counseling is not recommended at this time, especially if abuse will increase after personal issues are revealed during counseling. The abused partner may need to contact a local crisis center when personal safety is a primary issue. If the treatment of violence ceases, consult with a therapist to determine if individual or couple counseling is recommended. |
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