Expert Marriage and Couples Counselling in Toorak Gardens
Seeking Support With Your Relationship
Relationships are complex. Ups and downs are inevitable parts of these essential and challenging facets of our lives. Most couples face difficulties at one point or another, whether they are due to internal or external factors.
While some issues can be managed without outside help, others may escalate and become more difficult to address without the proper support. If problems persist and seem insurmountable, seeking professional guidance is advisable.
Exploring Couples Therapy
Couples therapy aims to equip partners with fresh skills and tactics tailored to address particular challenges within their relationship. Sessions are commonly conducted in person by a certified relationship therapist.
The delivery of therapy can span from a single session to multiple, depending on your needs and objectives. In our initial meeting, I will conduct an assessment and devise a customised plan to target your relationship issues or other areas of concern. It’s essential to recognise that relationship counselling services can and should be adjusted to align with your evolving progress.
Why Consider Marriage Counselling?
Visiting a professional for guidance on your relationship can be motivated by a range of factors, not necessarily centred on a specific issue or mental health challenge. You might be seeking seasoned support in fostering and strengthening your partnership.
Some issues may warrant deliberate focus to foster positive change. Regardless of your aspirations or reasoning, I’m prepared to work alongside you in elevating your collective quality of life.
Signs That May Indicate a Need to Seek Help
Challenges within relationships can manifest in various forms, tailored to each couple’s distinct needs and aspirations. While no two partners encounter identical issues, certain signs may indicate that therapy could be beneficial.
These signs might encompass:
- Decreased time spent with each other.
- Minimal or no intimacy.
- Interest in people other than your partner.
- Inability to discuss or resolve your problems.
- Recurring fights.
Take a proactive step towards a fulfilling future with specialised relationship counselling crafted specifically for you and your partner's journey.
When Should You Seek Couples Counselling?
Telltale signs that people will benefit from couples counselling include:
- emotional distance and loneliness
- falling out of love “I love you but I’m not in love with you”
- escalating conflict and nastiness
- decreasing sexual intimacy
- feeling unsupported and emotionally dismissed
- differences in parenting styles that lead to conflict
- perceived unfair division of household chores and household admin
- unequal decision making
- past trauma and childhood upbringings interfering in couple communication
- disagreement on managing shared resources such as finance and leisure time
- extended family issues
A well-trained relationship psychologist can support you in shifting unhealthy dynamics in your marriage and relationship. It may seem intimidating or uncomfortable sharing your concerns with someone you do not know, but accredited counsellors are dedicated to helping each client in a safe and friendly environment.
Proper support can lead to positive changes in overcoming the obstacles that put relationships at risk. While opening up to someone new may seem daunting, accredited counsellors strive to create a welcoming space for every client.
Early intervention can yield improved results, but many couples wait six years or more before seeking help after problems surface. While it’s rarely too late, deeply ingrained communication patterns may become irreversible following years of misunderstanding.
Seeking support at the onset of an issue or when it starts significantly affecting your life can lead to more favourable outcomes.
Understanding the Potential of Relationship Counselling
Relationship counselling is unique for every client, emphasising evidence-based techniques tailored to meet the specific needs of each couple.
In a relationship counselling session, we tailor our approach to addressing the couple’s individual requirements, limitations, and aspirations. As therapy progresses, we’ll review your progress and refine our methods as needed.
Couples Counselling FAQs: Your Questions Answered
Who Can Participate in Couples Counselling Sessions?
I’m skilled in assisting anyone seeking support and guidance in navigating the complexities of relationships, whether it involves one or multiple individuals crucial to the partnership. Located in Kensington, I extend my services to residents in Toorak Gardens, but telehealth appointments are available when suitable. However, I highly recommend conducting sessions in person whenever possible.
What is the pricing structure for marriage counselling sessions?
The cost of relationship counselling differs depending on requirements. You can find out more about my session fees online here.
Does marriage counselling lead to positive outcomes?
Psychology and mental health treatments don’t offer guaranteed success. Numerous factors interact, shaping outcomes positively or negatively.
Examples of factors that might support favourable outcomes include a strong commitment to therapy and active participation in interventions, as well as the complexity of the issues and relationships involved. Obstacles to success could include a lack of rapport with the therapist and a reluctance to work towards common goals.
Each couple navigates unique challenges, and counselling outcomes may vary, even when addressing comparable issues.
How long should you pursue marriage counselling before considering divorce?
There is never a one-size-fits-all approach to relationship and mental health therapy. This means that time frames differ from couple to couple.
The outcomes are unique to the individuals involved, and we can thoroughly address these aspects during our sessions.
What outcomes can I expect from relationship counselling?
During your initial session, we’ll pinpoint your primary concerns and issues, aiding me in devising a tailored therapy plan. Our discussions may encompass topics like conflict resolution, communication skills, stress management, enhancing intimacy, and cultivating strategies to nurture positivity in your relationship.
Relationship counselling primarily focuses on the partnership, yet psychologists are also equipped to evaluate individual factors that could influence the couple’s challenges.
For instance, a sudden change in behaviour towards the partner might be a reaction to a traumatic experience that has nothing to do with the relationship.
While sessions will primarily involve both parties, there may be occasions where individual sessions are deemed beneficial for both parties and are then incorporated into the counselling process.
Why Choose Dr Ros Yuen For Relationship Counselling?
Professional Guidance
With extensive expertise and qualifications, I provide thorough, evidence-backed relationship counselling.
I specialise in couples counselling, with a particular emphasis on helping couples improve communication and master conflict resolution techniques.
Many clients experience positive progress through personalised relationship counselling, which is carefully tailored to their specific needs and goals.
My experience in delivering this specialised therapy enables me to effectively tackle various challenges that couples may encounter in their relationship.
Face-to-Face
I predominantly offer office-based services, with the option for telehealth sessions if deemed suitable, after initial meetings at my Kensington office location.
Ready to Schedule Marriage Counselling in Toorak Gardens?
Relationship counsellors are committed and seasoned healthcare professionals who assist couples facing relationship challenges and other factors that can influence outcomes. My goal is to empower you and your partner to enhance communication skills and cultivate a more resilient, fulfilling, and joyful relationship.
Interested in beginning relationship counselling in Toorak Gardens? Get in touch with me to explore further and schedule your first appointment.
