What does a therapist do with couples or families in the counseling session?
The Counselor's PurposeCounseling offers the family or couple or even an individual the ability to uncover the pain that is an indication that there is brokenness present. Much like a broken arm signals the body that there is a problem, emotional or relational pain is a sign that there is a relational or “heart” pain that is not physical, but emotional in nature. Without a caring, objective therapist, the brokenness may not be able to heal properly. The therapist can identify where the brokenness is and give guidance to help the healing of the wound in the relationship.
Often the therapist can aid the family in learning how to practice new ways to relate to each other. Have you ever felt like your relationship had communication “ruts” which made your relationship with your spouse, our your family, just “spin your tires” and go in circles? The Counselor will help you to establish new patterns of communication that will break out of the ruts and give new life to your family.