When Should You Seek Marriage Counseling?

Nobody ever wants to admit that they’re in a failing marriage. However, we have to be transparent with ourselves: it happens more often than you may think. In fact, roughly 50% of marriages end in divorce. There are several steps that you can take, though, that can help you save your marriage despite signs that there are problems. One of the most crucial things you can do is seek marriage counseling with someone who cares about your goals as a family and can work with you to repair what you feel is broken. For many, however, they often wonder when is the right time to seek counseling from a couples therapist. 

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Are you considering marriage counseling ? Not sure if it’s too early or late in your marriage to do so? Before you move forward, know that every couple is different. Your timeline will never be the same as others who are experiencing problems within their marriage. As such, I can only provide you some information regarding signs that it’s time to visit a marriage counselor, but it is entirely up to you and your spouse to determine when it’s the right time. 

Of course, there’s a study regarding how long couples usually wait before they feel it’s time to seek marriage counseling. On average, most couples will wait until about six years into the relationship before they make the decision to seek counseling. However, there’s no guidebook that indicates when it’s the right or wrong time. It’s always going to be dependent on the couple and how they interact with one another, as well as their goals for their marriage.  One thing you may be wondering is if it’s too early for you and your spouse to consider couples therapy. The answer can be simple: it’s never too early. However, if you’re considering couples therapy after a short period of time together, it can be a red flag. Make sure you and your spouse have clear goals and expectations before even entering marriage counseling or couples therapy. Never think, though, that it’s too early — or too late — to consider couples therapy.  Call my office today for a free phone consultation, and I’ll help you understand your options.

All couples — no matter how long you’ve been together — should know what signs to look for before visiting a marriage counselor. Of course, you have to make sure that both parties are in the decision-making process together, but some signs are clearer than others when it comes to seeing a couples therapist. Here are 10 signs that you may need to visit a marriage counselor: 

How Often Should We Go to Marriage Counseling?

Again, every couple is different. It’s easy to feel as though you’re progressing slower than others who have been through marriage counseling, but every couple will have their own set of problems to diagnose and fix. Some couples will typically go from 10 – 16 sessions before feeling as though they’ve fixed their marriage. If you and your spouse are in a good spot, agreeing on various action items, and working together, it could require fewer sessions. If you’re constantly arguing and find it hard to come up with a resolution, it may be much longer. It’s all about how well you and your spouse communicate and work together.

What Is the Hardest Year of Marriage?

We discussed earlier if it’s ever too early to go through marriage counseling. However, you should know that most feel that the first year of marriage is the most difficult. You’re learning so much about your partner and things are changing. You may encounter more problems than you initially thought you had, and communication can change significantly. As such, you may need couples therapy in the first year of your marriage. 

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I will always recommend marriage counseling when you are experiencing problems within your marriage, and there’s a reason for it. Going through marriage counseling allows you to really determine what’s causing the problems and why dissolution is on the horizon. When you come into my office, there are some very specific pieces of advice I want you to keep in mind to help save your marriage and make it last: 

I am Victoria Rivera. As a wellness psychotherapist in New York City, it’s my job to help decipher why you and your partner have problems. I’ll help determine your goals, find ways to help your relationship, and work with you both to find a solution that fits your needs. I’m ready to help you if you feel your marriage is failing, and I’ll do so with care, compassion, and understanding. If you need marriage counseling in NYC , let me be your trusted partner and help you uncover the secrets that help your marriage.  For more info and inquiries:
Email: vrivera@wellnesspsychotherapistnyc.com
Phone: (917) 495-3858 
Contact Page: https://wellnesspsychotherapistnyc.com/contact/