Our therapists provide couples & marriage counseling in Manchester, CT

If you’re in a committed relationship, you probably know exactly what it feels like to go through ups and downs with your partner. It can get hectic and feel overwhelming as you address personal needs as well as the needs of your partner and your relationship. Whether you and your partner are struggling to communicate, need help igniting the spark in your relationship again, or are going through an incredibly tough challenge, support is available.

On average, couples will wait six years before getting the help they need from a therapist. That’s six years of angst, bickering, and letting the space between you grow larger and larger. There is hope for your relationship, and you can make meaningful changes.

You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” – C. S. Lewis

There are licensed therapists and counselors who have the training and experience to help couples work through a wide range of issues, like the ones we mentioned above. Here at Thriveworks Counseling in Manchester, CT, our couples therapists and marriage counselors are dedicated to providing you and your partner with a safe and honest space to talk openly about the problems you are having. If you feel like you and your partner could benefit from talking to one of our mental health professionals, just give us a call. We’d love to work with you.

Couples Therapy and Marriage Counseling: What to Expect

Therapy can seem daunting at first, especially if you’ve never been with your partner before. However, it’s easy to get started, and your therapist or counselor will guide you every step of the way. This form of counseling is geared towards helping you and your loved one improve on many different areas, cope with stressors, and overcome tough challenges specific to your relationship. Your therapist can help you with things like:

• Improving your communication skills
• Using effective problem-solving techniques
• Understanding the importance of active listening
• Establishing relationship roles
• Building trust in your relationship
• Strengthening your intimacy

There are many other ways that our mental health professionals can guide you both. They’ll use a variety of therapeutic techniques and methods to help you achieve any and all goals you may have. To do this, they will get to know both of you on an individual level to understand where the cracks may lie in your relationship. Then, with the information they gather, they will create a custom treatment plan that is centered around you and your partner’s needs and challenges. We understand that every couple is different, and that’s why we make sure that every treatment plan is too.

Can a Counselor or Therapist Help Your Situation?

At Thriveworks Counseling in Manchester, CT, we have helped so many couples work through such a broad range of challenges. Chances are, the issue you and your partner are having is something we can help guide you through. In fact, here is a list of the most common reasons why couples choose to work with us:

• Infidelity
• Mental illnesses such as anxiety and depression
• Financial strain or stress
• Lack of intimacy
• Low sexual drive
• Parenting issues
• Misaligned values
• Poor work/life balance
• Poor communication skills
• Major life changes
• Grief and loss
• Trauma

This list doesn’t include all of the areas that we can help with. If the problem you’re having wasn’t listed, don’t worry. We’ll work to understand your situation and help you identify the root causes of your challenges. In addition, if you and your partner are struggling to reconcile, your therapist can help you make tough decisions about separation, breakups, and divorce. While we want to help you repair your relationship, there are some instances that separating is the best option for both partners. Regardless, your therapist will be next to you both every step of the way, providing un-biased support.

Start Strengthening Your Relationship in Couples or Marriage Counseling at Thriveworks in Manchester

Are you and your loved one tired of always fighting? Do you wish you could put the past behind you and work towards a better future together? Have you tried everything you can do on your own? If so, you’re in the right place.

If you’re ready to get started with one of our marriage counselors or couples therapists, simply give us a call or visit our online booking system. We offer appointment times on weekends and in the evenings, in addition to our regular daytime hours. Also, we provide online counseling, don’t operate with a waitlist, and have flexible cancelations.

When you’re ready, we’ll be here. We can’t wait to help you thrive.