79: Should You Consider Couples Counseling? w/Dr. Kimberly VanBuren

Drop the BS w/ Dr. Kirleen

Making the choice to go to couples counseling can feel like a very big step. It involves admitting things are not perfect in your relationship which often brings up feelings of failure, blame, and shame. For those who are unfamiliar with the therapeutic process, questions and concerns about couples counseling can limit a couple from seeking assistance. Some may wonder how talking to a complete stranger will help them or if talking about problems in your relationship will only make things worse. While these are common concerns, statistics from the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy report a much more positive story; 97% of couples reported getting the help they needed after attending couples counseling. To help you unpack the uncertainty of couples counseling, I have brought in seasoned marriage and family therapist Dr. Kimberly VanBuren.
Key Takeaways
•Couples need to let go of the need to be “right” and become more focused on having the right outcome.
•Relationship dysfunction bleeds into other areas of your life (work, kids, friends). Start the process by talking to your partner about wanting things to be better.
•Statics show that 97% couples who go to counseling feel that the process helped their relationship.
Mentions:
Dr. Kimberly VanBuren https://balancingactlms.com/about/
Drop The BS Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dropthebspodcast/
Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
EAP www.neelyeap.com