When is it time to consider couples therapy?
Couples Counseling, Navigating Conflict, and Sex Therapy
Not sure if couples therapy is the right move for you and your partner? Considering working with a therapist or coach and don’t know the difference? Curious about sex therapy, but nervous to give it a shot? Tune into this episode for a deep dive into all things couples counseling, communication, and building a healthy relationship with your partner(s).
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This episode’s questions:
What is the difference between therapy and coaching?
What is sex therapy and who is it for?
Is it ever too early or too late to seek couples counseling?
What can couples expect from therapy or coaching? What does a typical session look like and how long is the therapeutic relationship meant to last?
What can you do if one partner doesn't want to be in therapy and the other does?
If you are in couples counseling, should you also seek individual therapy or coaching? What is the difference in terms of format and expectations?
Where does defensiveness come from and what can you do when you notice it showing up, both within yourself and within your partner?
Are we responsible for our partner’s emotions?
When is it time to call it quits vs continue working on the relationship?
What can couples do when there are dips in desire and mismatched libidos
How do you build sexual intimacy with your partner and get creative in your sex life over time?
What if your partner is resistant to trying new things or intimidated?
So yes, a lot of questions! 😅 Let’s get into it!
