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What Is Couples Therapy?

Couples therapy is a form ofpsychotherapythat can help you and your partner improve your relationship.

It is helpful at any stage of your relationship, regardless of your marital status.

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Your therapist can help you express your feelings, discuss issues with your partner, and resolve conflicts.

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Benefits of couples therapy include reduced relationship distress and increased relationship satisfaction.

Things to Consider

Couples therapy ideally requires participation from you and your partner.

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The next step is to find a practitioner.

Check with your partner what days and timings work for them.

Your therapist will work with you and your partner to outline the goals for therapy.

They may also assign homework.

Find out which option is the best for you.