Counselors act as mediators, offering unbiased discretion for individuals with opposing viewpoints on the relationship.
The counselor aids the couple in deciphering whether divorce is the best option for their marriage.
Discernment counseling is usually conducted bylicensed marriage and family therapists(LMFTs) who specialize in marriage and divorce.
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Techniques of Discernment Counseling
The following techniques can be expected when participating in discernment counseling.
For both of those in the marriage, these conversations can help them to be more accountable andself-aware.
They are able to identify unhealthy patterns of how they interact with the other person.
Individual conversations are often tailored to the partner.
The purpose is for them to develop constructive tactics when interacting with their spouse during the conflict.
The purpose is for them to develop constructive tactics when interacting with their spouse during the conflict.
Couples may express the importance of considering the children, or the need to remain respectable in public.
They eventually referred to this intervention as “discernment counseling.”
Another study found that most individuals seek marriage counseling because of difficulties in communication and compassion towards one another.
Discernment counseling is to help develop clarity and perspective towards divorce before actually going through with it.
