Can therapy help with relationship issues?

Yes, therapy can help with relationship issues. There are a few different ways to achieve this. Some couples may opt to engage in individual therapy to process their relationship challenges separately, while others may prefer couples counseling to tackle problems together. Trust Mental Health offers both possibilities. Reach out today for a free fifteen-minute consultation to learn more about our options and to decide what is best for your circumstances.

Can couples counseling save a relationship?

Couples counseling will not be a magic solution to the problems in one’s relationship; however, it may serve as a worthwhile option for couples who are both looking to work hard to improve aspects of the relationship, such as communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.

Which therapy is best for breakup?

When processing a breakup, individual therapy or couples therapy may be helpful. If the couple is looking to stay broken up, individual therapy may be most helpful in allowing each party to engage in the grieving process. However, if the couple is separated but open to getting back together, couples counseling may be a helpful way to process and move on from the existing problems in the relationship.

Relationship Counseling in California

What is Relationship Counseling?

Relationships are hard. That may be cliché, but it is true! Our interpersonal connections are complex and play an important role in our well-being. Humans are social creatures and rely on each other for survival. Healthy relationships bring us happiness and security. They empower our sense of self, belonging, and enable us to relate to others.

While relationships with others are essential, they can also be complicated and hard to navigate. Many people struggle with relationship issues but avoid addressing them due to the fear of conflict or of not being understood. Sometimes even when people typically have healthy relationships, things can become difficult due to stressful situations and conflicts. Relationship health directly correlates to mental health, so when our relationships suffer, we also suffer. Those experiencing difficulties in their relationships are more likely to struggle with mental health issues like depression and anxiety. It is also possible to see a relationship counselor to seek out individual therapy for relationship issues.

COMMON RELATIONSHIP-RELATED ISSUES INCLUDE:

Communication problems
Family issues/conflict with loved ones
Repairing relationships between children and parents
New parenthood
Difficulty finding a romantic partner
Problems with coworkers or boss
Changing values or opinions
Trust and intimacy issues
Signs of emotional/physical/mental abuse
Dating fears
Struggles surrounding the first year of marriage
Stages of grief following a breakup

HOW RELATIONSHIP COUNSELING CAN HELP YOU

Sometimes we need extra support and guidance to help us identify and resolve blockages in our relationships. The help you receive through relationship counseling will enable you to engage genuinely with people you care about. Relationship counseling will help you understand the dynamics within your relationships and will highlight areas where you need to heal or make adjustments. It’s important to note that our services are not limited to one type of couple - we are also here to help provide support regarding red flags in teenage relationships, couples who are unmarried, LGBTQ+ couples, interracial couples, and anyone else who needs support.

Relationship counseling is not just for those going through a divorce or a rough time. In fact, there is no wrong reason to start relationship counseling, and therapy is not limited to romantic relationships. Building trust in relationships is a part of any personal connection. Seeking therapy can be beneficial as soon as issues start interfering with your daily life and mental health. Whether it is for couples, siblings, families, friends, or even business partners, Trust Mental Health is here for you. Check out our locations to see if we offer in-person couples therapy near you.

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Couples Therapy and Family Counseling

REASONS TO SEEK COUPLES THERAPY OR FAMILY THERAPY

Our relationships are a major part of our lives. Conflict, misunderstanding, or unresolved tensions can leave you feeling constantly frustrated. Maybe you are feeling stuck in a stagnant romantic relationship. Maybe you are dealing with a lot of family conflict and want to create a better functioning home environment. Or maybe you and your partner are struggling to maintain a connection. Whatever the reason, we will work with you collaboratively and without judgment. Are there ways to lessen your anxiety, gain clarity, and make healthy decisions? Absolutely.

GETTING SUPPORT

Our diverse team of BIPOC therapists are experienced in couples therapy and couples counseling. They use couples therapy techniques such as the Gottman Method to help you increase relationship satisfaction and navigate difficult conversations. In couples therapy, we help you build a foundation of mutual love, respect, and trust. Being able to effectively communicate your feelings and recognize unhealthy patterns is an essential part of enhancing intimacy in relationships.

At Trust Mental Health, we will help you recognize unhealthy relationships and give you the tools needed to maintain healthy ones. We may have trouble coping with relationships that are unhealthy and struggle to feel understood by the people in our life. Communication is vital to our relationships and sometimes it can be difficult to process our feelings and express them to those around us. At Trust Mental Health, we will teach you how to identify unhealthy habits and patterns. We will also help you improve conflict resolution and communication skills. You will learn tools that will allow you to build, nurture, and maintain functional relationships.

Relationships can be difficult but we will give you the tools to make them easier. Trust Mental Health has a team of BIPOC therapists that offer relationship counseling and couples therapy in California. Contact us today for a free 15-minute consultation. We will match you with a therapist best suited to your needs.

We also offer virtual/online therapy. This is especially beneficial for those who are in a different location than their therapist. If you are not comfortable with face-to-face therapy, virtual treatment can be less nerve-wracking and more accessible. No matter where you are in California, we have marriage counseling available near you.

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FAQs

Yes, therapy can help with relationship issues. There are a few different ways to achieve this. Some couples may opt to engage in individual therapy to process their relationship challenges separately, while others may prefer couples counseling to tackle problems together. Trust Mental Health offers both possibilities. Reach out today for a free fifteen-minute consultation to learn more about our options and to decide what is best for your circumstances.
Couples counseling will not be a magic solution to the problems in one’s relationship; however, it may serve as a worthwhile option for couples who are both looking to work hard to improve aspects of the relationship, such as communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.
When processing a breakup, individual therapy or couples therapy may be helpful. If the couple is looking to stay broken up, individual therapy may be most helpful in allowing each party to engage in the grieving process. However, if the couple is separated but open to getting back together, couples counseling may be a helpful way to process and move on from the existing problems in the relationship.