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Marriage counseling? After just a few years of marriage filled with constant arguments, a young man and his wife decided the only way to save their marriage was to try counseling. They had been at each other's throats for some time and felt that this was their last chance. When they arrived at the counselor's office, the counselor jumped right in and opened the floor for discussion. " What seems to be the problem?" Immediately, the husband held his long face down without anything to say. In contrast, the wife began talking 90 miles an hour, describing all the wrongs within their marriage. After 15 min. of listening to the wife, the counselor went over her, picked her up by her shoulders, kissed her passionately and sat her back down. Afterwards, the wife sat speechless. The couselor looked aver at the husband and said to the man, " Your wife NEEDS that at least 2x a week!" The husband scratched his head, smiled and replied, " I can have her here on Tuesdays and Thursdays".

marriage counseling? How can I bring up the idea to my husband of me and him going to counseling? I have a lot of trust issues with my husband and everytime I try to talk to him at home about it, he gets real defensive and angry, so I want to try counseling, but I think he won't want to go. Also, about how much does marriage counseling cost?

Marriage Counseling? I just want to take a poll for those of you how have attended marriage counseling...did it work for you? If it did, how long did you go before you felt it made a difference? If it did not, how many sessions did you attend? Also, what does the first session usually look like?

What different types/styles of marriage counseling are there? My husband and I would like to do some marriage counseling to help with some problems we currently have but I don't know what kind of counseling would be best. I'm sure there is counseling that is done in a group or one on one, but what else is out there? Are there different names for the different types or styles of counseling? What are they? I'd like to do some research to see what would be best for us.

Is marriage counseling still necessary when you are already decided? I have already decided to leave my husband. He begged me to give him a chance. I think its too late. I don't think I can love him again. My family and friends asked that we go through marriage counseling. I think, I just think that it is only for couples who are willing to work it out. In my case, I don't want to anymore. I have never been to any counseling before so I don't know what to expect. We have two very young kids, married for 8 years.

How can I find government founds for marriage counseling community services? We are offering Marriage Counseling in curches, but would like to take it to the community level, and I understand there are goverment founds available to do this. How can I find them and get access to them?

How does marriage counseling for active duty soldiers work? My husband's in the 82nd and we've been having some marital problems since he got back from Iraq 8 months ago...its to the point now we need counseling or a separation. The Army isn't exactly a 9 - 5 job and marriage counselors aren't 24/7, so would my husband's unit let him have time off to see one? We just decided tonight on counseling and I'm going to start looking for one tomorrow...I'm just curious how it would work.

What else could we use besides marriage counseling to help fix our relationship? I cheated and he cant get past it. it has been over 2 years but he feels like i am not doing enough to make up for it. I don't blame him. I need some advice! Marriage counseling the only option?

How many couples in India go through marriage counseling? Roughly how many couples - in terms of percentage - go through marriage counseling in India? Please post your source too.

How effective is marriage counseling anyway? don't you think that if a relationship gets to the point where a third party needs to get involved in order for the couple to communicate, then the relationship is already dead in the water? My husband likes to keep our arguments or disagreements between us and not let others get involved in our business. Has anyone here ever gone through marriage counseling and then came out with a stronger marriage? Or do you think it's a scam that plays on people's emotions and last hopes for relationships that are already over? What are some key things that you do in your relationship to keep communication open and effective?

Is it mandatory that a couple must get marriage counseling before filing divorce? Is it mandatory that a couple must get marriage counseling before filing divorce? Even if they do not have children together.

Where can I find free marriage counseling in the Tampa or Riverview FL area? Where can I get some free marriage counseling in the Tampa or Riverview FL area? I'm having a lot of trouble with my marriage. We are not the religious type and we don't use any substances or drugs. We're having financial, communication & intimacy problems among other things. We have a 4-year-old and 2-year-old twins.We're new to the area and need some help.

Is marriage counseling covered my any Canadian Provincial plans? Counseling is very expensive and though one could say that you can't put a value on your marriage, if one does not have lots of money then should they watch their marriage go down the drain? Need some answers. Please no BS.

Does marriage counseling prevent a couple from getting a divorce? I was just wondering if marriage counseling could prevent a marriage from getting a divorce. The reason I am asking this is because I see married coupes who go through marriage counseling and they still end up divorced.

Can you get a Masters in Marriage and Family Counseling with a Undergraduate? Undergraduate in Religious Studies and Philosophy? I am getting my undergraduate from Viterbo University in La Crosse Wisconsin. I am looking to possibly recieve a Masters in Family and Marriage Counseling from UW- Madison.

What are some phases of marriage counseling? um i'm actually writing a book, and the main character's parents go through marriage counseling and stuff. i was wondering what the phases leading to a divorce. thanks!!

Can my employer deny me time off for seeking marriage counseling? The company i work for offers free marriage counseling if needed, and now that i have made appointments to seek this, my boss if denying me time off of work to attend these sessions. Is this legal in the state of Washigton?

Do you Know the Benefits of Pre Marriage Counseling? Planning to get married? It is better to see a pre marital counselor because he may be able to save your marriage from failure even before you get married. If you wish to lead a happy life with your partner, it is better to undertake the counseling before getting married.

Am I wrong to ask my husband to go to marriage counseling? He says he doesn't believe in marriage counseling, so he won't go. He said it's "out of the question"! When I suggested private counseling for myself, he said "that's for crazy people and I don't want to be married to a crazy woman". I've changed as a person in the respect that I'm sort of rediscovering myself. He hates it and wants me to revert to the way I used to be. I don't want to. Am I being selfish? Was I wrong to ask him to consider counseling?

Will marriage counseling help my husband recommit to our marriage and end his affair with long time mistress? I don't want to completely give up on him as I still have hope for our 15yr marriage. We have kids, a nice home, money saved and I believe its best to work through our broken marriage. He has cut out all intimacy with me and moved out of our home since he started dating this mistress over 2yrs ago. Will couples counseling work for us or does he need individual therapy for his wayward ways?

Can I get my parents marriage counseling without ruining their relationship? Okay so what happens with marriage counseling? And does it really work...? I don't want to join in, but just let them do their own thing.

Could a Judge send you to Marriage Counseling during a Divorce case? As the question states, if a spouse has filed for divorce against their husband/wife, are they any situations where the Judge will request that the couple attend any type of marriage counseling or anything of the sort? A friend of mine mentioned that before her parents got divorced the Judge that handled their case requested it. Any truth in that? I must be very ignorant. I never heard of a Mediator before. Any such thing or situation like this in the state of NJ? Yes, there are children involved. Thanks for all the information guys. Very useful.

Does marriage counseling help a marriage in trouble? I just want to know about people's different experiences with marriage counseling - did it help sort out you & your spouse's differences, and was the marriage better eventually?

what else could we use besides marriage counseling to help fix our relationship? I cheated and he cant get past it. it has been over 2 years but he feels like i am not doing enough to make up for it. I don't blame him. I need some advice! Marriage counseling the only option?

In the state of Virginia can a court order a couple to go through marriage counseling? If a child protective services agent goes to a court and says a couple needs marriage counseling but the couple claims to be happy and refuses to go to marriage counseling can the court order the couple to go to marriage counseling?

If marriage counseling didnt help, why do people keep saying to get counseling for marriage problems? I just asked a question about my marriage problems and I said that we tried marriage counseling and it did NOT work. But people keep nagging saying you need counseling! Why can't people freakin listen?!

How do I get marriage counseling? Is it usually covered by health insurance? I know that personal therapy is covered for us so does that mean that marriage counseling would be too?

Have you ever been to Christian marriage counseling? My husband & have been married for 4 years & we need Christian marriage counseling badly. I'm wondering if it will really help us out, we don't want to divorce but don't want to go on living unhappy lives together either. Have you ever tried marriage counseling? How did it help you out? What should I look out for when selecting a good Christian marriage counselor?

how does marriage counseling for active duty airman? my husband and i are having problems. does the air force have free marriage counseling? will let let him off work to go to a session? if you know anything about this situation. please answer.

Does Kaiser Health Insurance offer marriage counseling in Southern California? I'm having issues in my marriage and I am trying to get help but a therapist can be expensive. We have Kaiser health insurance and on the website doesn't say anything about marriage counseling.

What does everyone thing about Marriage Counseling? My husband and I have some BIG problems and I am at my wits end. I have already moved out and we are doing equal time with our 2 year old. I just wanted to ask what people though about marriage counseling. Is it worth the time and effort or should I just give up already??

Before you were married did you go to pre-marriage counseling? Since you have been married, do you go to marriage counseling, do you find it helpful?

Does marriage counseling just ask you to talk or do they give advice too? My husband and I would like to go to marriage counseling to get some advice on how to improve our marriage and fix some of the problems that we are having. Does marriage counseling just involve talking about your issues with a non-partial third party or do they auctually help by giving advice on how to fix things?

what can I say to my wife to get her to come to marriage counseling with me? My wife recently left and got her own place( six weeks ago). It was not because of infidelity or anything like that. It was external forces( step child) that lead to this. She said to a friend that she still loves me, I have suggested( and so have others) we go to marriage counseling to try and work things out. She says she is thinking about it.Any other words I might try to convince her it's worth a try.

Putting a CCTV camera at home for Marriage Counseling? I and my wife quarrel as hell but at Marriage Counseling we can not agree on how the actual situation looked like as emotions distort our memories. so my idea is to record 24/7 what is happening at home so we could always get back to the situations and see them more objectively and then talk about that (also with a therapist). otherwise the whole learning process around communication is far from effective, do not you think? is this a good solution assuming we both approve this?

Does marriage counseling help on couples sex life? I want know if sex therapy is better than marriage counseling, but i do not know if marriage counseling helps with a couples sex life.

putting a CCTV camera at home for Marriage Counseling? I and my wife quarrel as hell but at Marriage Counseling we can not agree on how the actual situation looked like as emotions distort our memories. so my idea is to record 24/7 what is happening at home so we could always get back to the situations and see them more objectively and then talk about that (also with a therapist). otherwise the whole learning process around communication is far from effective, do not you think? is this a good solution assuming we both approve this?

When is marriage counseling a good solution? Okay so my husband and I hre having major problems after only 10 months of marriage. I can't picture my life without him but i'm wondering if marriage counseling would even be helpful at this point. Any sucess stories from couples whose marriage was saved because of counseling?

Have you gone to marriage counseling alone? I just want to hear from anyone else in this position, going to marriage counseling without your spouse...? I am curious specifically of those who have, what did it to for you, was it at all helpful to you?

Intake form for marriage counseling, how much is too much? So, we are going to be going through marriage counseling. I've been asked to fill out an intake form. I am wondering when they ask question like: Why are you seeking counseling and what do you hope to accomplish? Do I go into great detail or give basic answers that address an overall problem?

Any free marriage counseling in Oklahoma City? My husband wants a divorce but I want to give counseling a go. Are there any places that offer 100% free marriage counseling in or around Oklahoma City? Maybe at a church or something?

my wife and I are going for marriage counseling think it will help? My wife walked out over two weeks ago,. we have been talking and I asked her if it would be ok for me to set up marriage counseling. She agreed that we should go, but Im not sure if it's even going to help. I want her home and she keeps telling me that shes not ready. Do you really think that the counseling will help?

I wonder why Jon and kate didn't give marriage counseling a try? I never heard anything about them going to marriage counseling so i guess they never did...They should have at least tried that instead of just giving up on their marriage so easily.

Does marriage counseling work, in your opinion? I'm about to tell my husband that we need marriage counseling to help him with his bad temper. Have you ever had marriage counseling, or know someone who has done it? What did you think of it?

any Los Angeles based newlyweds already seeking marriage counseling? Are you a newlywed couple who is already facing challenges in your marriage. Have you considered couples counseling to address your problems and preserve your relationship?

are there any true marriage counseling weekend resorts? I am looking for a weekend or week long marriage counselling resort, Yeah I know Tacky, Time is hard to spare for repeated sessions, and busy lives as well. I am willing to make a go of it, just need the right direction.

How to make Marriage Counseling work? My wife left three weeks over ago bad argument. We have been married for 12 years. She changed her status on facebook from (married to its complicated) during the first week. I was upset at her putting our business out public. We are now seeing Marriage Counseling appointment. Please help me understand and rebuild marriage with my wife

Are there churches that don't require marriage counseling? My fiance and I have been together for quite some time, and have already taken counseling among the family when his father was very sick, and it dealt allot with communication and etc. Is or are there Churches that don't require Pre marriage counseling before marriage?

Have you ever had a marriage counseling? I was wondering if counseling worth it? when the couple figured out that they should visit a marriage counselor? I have a limited budget so I would like to know normally how much a session cost? and if you have ever had counseling how many session did you visit your counselor? dose it work in your case? and have you visit the counselor alone or with your partner? Thank you so much for your answers.

Is marriage counseling enough to fix my marriage? I'm looking for an honest answer on what I should do. I am a stay at home mom and my husband works full time. I recently found out he's having a relationship with someone else but its not another woman, its a man. I tried confronting both of them of the situation. My husband says nothing is going on its just a friend however the "boyfriend" is stating that he didn't know he was married with 2 kids and will not stop the relationship. Is marriage counseling enough to fix this marriage?

How does marriage counseling help? What kind of conversations and exercises happen at marriage counseling? In short...how does it work?

Help i need to know where to go for marriage counseling in san diego>>? Where can i get military marriage counseling in san diego???

Does marriage counseling work? I would like to hear some positive stories on marriage counseling! If ya got them write them! Thanks so much!

My husband filed for divorce and I decided to try marriage counseling.? My husband did not respond to my lawyers request for marriage counseling so my lawyer sent out another letter to my husband stating that there will be a hearing before a judge to decide on this matter. What happens if he does not show up at this hearing?

How is Marriage Counseling different from Advising? I need to know what can a non Marriage Counselor do when hes only advising people? I need examples for my project. A marriage counselor helps sort out marriage problems, But I need to know how it can be advise, support and encouragement?

My husband lies when we go to marriage counseling? When we go to marriage counseling, my husband has been lying like crazy. I just don't sit there and take it, I do speak up so the counselor knows how I feel and that its not true. I am worried that the counselor is going to get mixed up, or not believe me now. What do I do? The last counselor we went to he did the same thing. what am I supposed to do?

What are my choices in catholic marriage counseling? Hi... My mother in law to be wants us to go through with a catholic church wedding since she is catholic. I am not catholic but I am considering her options. What are my options in counseling and how long do they all last? I live in the state of Missouri and would like to know. Thank you.

How do you feel about marriage counseling? Do you think it benfits your marriage? Some people don't think it works and others say it saves their marriages sometimes. What do you think?

Does anyone know any sites available Online,that offer FREE Marriage Counseling Courses ? My Husband wants to try counseling to save our Marriage. Thus being the second time around with the same Trust issues yet now only deeper then the first time, I am again as always willing to try to do something to fix our Marriage. So if anyone out there can direct us the right way it would be nice. Funds are very low financially so any help would be greatly appreciated. I really think maybe this time he is serious about keeping his family... Thanks

Script for a scene called Marriage Counseling? Does anyone know where the script for the scene marriage counseling is? I think it's called marriage counseling. It's a two person scene- guy and girl. They're at a marriage counselor and they argue constantly. The guy ends up saying he went to a prostitute and the girl says she went to a lawyer. If you find it will you please give me the website you found it on? THANK YOU SO MUCH!

If a couple needs marriage counseling after less than a year is it meant to be? We dated for 2 years before we got married and lived together most of that time and we've now been married almost a year but we fight ALL the time about love and communication. Is it meant to be? Should we try counseling? Does it work?

For Married/Divorced People Who Received Marriage Counseling.....How was it helpful or unhelpful? My wife and I have seen two different counselors over the past year and I'm starting to think there is nothing they can do. I'm curious to know how other people feel about their marriage counseling experiences. Did it help or not? Why or why not? BTW - We've only been married for one year!

I need marriage counseling. How much is it? I just posted a thread and majority of the people advise that I need marriage counseling. For those of you that have gone to marriage counseling, how much does it generally cost? Is there anything as free counseling? Any recommendation for one in Houston, TX. Or a good website? I'm new to this. Thank you.

What is the best strategy to convince my wife to go to marriage counseling with me? She has lived at her dads for 1month we have been married 5yrs together 11yrs she is moving to bay area with pot dealing cousin she saw porn on our computer says she cant look at me the same wants legal seperation i have been to counseling myself 4wks

Where do I find free marriage counseling? I have no idea who to ask or where to look. All the internet has is books and CD's about fixing marriage.

Is there a difference between marriage counseling and couples counseling? My boyfriend and I are looking into going to counseling but I'm having a hard time finding a place in our area. I know we aren't married and won't be for awhile, but seriously, is there REALLY a difference between marital and couples counseling? And would we be allowed to participate? Or would it be better to sign up for individual counseling and just ask if he can join us? (I can't find anything labeled actual couples counseling in my search, just individual or marital.)

How to afford marriage counseling? I am on the edge of leaving my husband, but I won't do it until I know we tried everything because we have two children. We no longer communicate, when we do try to speak is very limited, and I know we need help but can't afford it. I have called our insurance and they do not offer any assistance and I have called asking for information about counseling and it is out of our budget. What should we do? I am at my last straw with this marriage. HELP!!!

what are good reasons to go to marriage counseling before marriage? im writing a paper persuading people to take a counseling class before marriage. i want reasons why it is a good thing, either preconcieved ideas or actual results will do.

Who would I contact on a military base for marriage counseling? My husband and I are both active duty, and in our 1st year of marriage still. Whom would I talk with for some outside adivice? Chaplin, ACS, anything? Thanks! I'd like to keep our chain of command out of this, only because they're all nosey and put out everyone's business. Little difficult to find someone off post seeing we're both in germany...

Do you believe counseling helps in a marriage when only the cheating husband goes and not the wife? Has anyone had a better marriage after counseling? He has anger issues, domestic violence and had an affair for 4 yrs.! Counseling is the last try to saving the marriage, but I just don't see it happening w/o both in counseling.......

I really want to fix my marriage. Should we go to marriage counseling covered under insurance? or would it be worth the money to find a reputable marriage therapist not covered under insurance. I just want to make the visits worthwhile and not sure the psychologists covered under BC/BS are as good.

What do you do at marriage counseling.. is it productive? What is the general format of marriage counseling, is it helpful? My husband and I have EVERY problem in the book and have our first appt today... what should I expect?

What do you think of online marriage counseling? Has anyone ever tried to find a marriage counselor that offer's counseling via the internet. Or is it even legal to do this.

What is the best way to approach your spouse about seeking marriage counseling? If you are pretty sure your spouse does not suspect a problem, in what way should you approach them and ask them to go to a marriage counselor with you? You don't want to hurt them, but they need to know you are having trouble with something. What would you say? God bless.

What will happen at "individual" marriage counseling? Today we had our 5th couples counseling session. The counselor said that the next step is to meet with us individually, so we both made appointments for next week. Can anyone tell me what to expect... what will she want from me... and what is she likely to ask my wife? The issues are related to sex and intimacy... I complain of not getting enough, and my wife complains about me in general.

Does marriage counseling work for husband with a midlife crisis? I am in a midlife crisis by having regrets and questioning about my life and wondering about my youth. Has it helped anyone? Thanks.

How much can I expect to pay for each session of marriage counseling? I know this is hard to come up with- but how much have some people paid? What's normal, etc?

Has anyone gone through Marriage counseling and if so what was the 1st group meeting like? We've had a few separate sessions now it's time for the 1st couple session with 2 counselors?? What happens?

What to expect during the first session of marriage counseling?

Does anyone know if park nicolette in minnesota has marriage counseling? I am having relationship issues and we both want to make it work and want to find a counseling place that will accept Minnesota Medical Assistance Insurance.

how does marriage counseling work? my husband and i are thinking of marriage counseling and i was wondering what i should expect when we go.

Marriage counseling: How did the first session go? I know it will vary couple to couple as each have their own issues that brought them there in the first place. I’m curious how the first session went for some of you. What took place? Was it a getting to know you thing? Were lots of questions asked by the therapist? After the first session: Was there tension in the car on the way home? Did you feel okay or did you ‘hate’ one another even more? Just curious….. Thanks!

what is pre marriage counseling all about really? i've been engaged now for about 5 months now, and my fiance and i are thinking about going. i just would like to know some of the things that happens. can anyone help me?

I am getting tired of marriage counseling, should I just lie and say everything is ok? We have been going for several months, and the next appointment is this afternoon. It's been going nowhere, basically I've just agreed to stop complaining about never getting any love. She isn't changing.

Where do i go to get marriage counseling? Thank everyone for all of your advice and opinions. I think I am being selfish and that i should try to work on my marriage. But i dont know how to go about doing it. Could any one help me with this. I would super appreciate this.

Is Marriage counseling good or what? Is marriage counseling good? My marriage is falling apart because of us not getting along. It's a combo of how we are trying to raise the young adults living at home. Otherwise if it's just him and I, we get along just fine. The kids are step to him, 18 and 22 living at home, going to college full time, one looking for pt work and has a pt work. They both pay their car insurance, their own gas, and buy their own food most of the time.

When looking for marriage counseling is it better to go too a church or to a psychologist? We are not active members in a church but we need some help and are short on $$$. A lot of Church's don't have a set price and only take donations. Were as a psychologist you have to pay a set co-pay every time. But I also want the best help we can get. if anyone has any ideas please let me know! Thanks.

how do i request marriage counseling during a divorce in pa? doing it pro se? my husband filed for divorce unexpectedly after a rocky six months. during that time his dad died, i got laid off and went back to work. we will celebrate our 3rd ann on 5/11! i asked him to go to counseling before and he wouldn'tt. can i make him now?

If my church requires marriage counseling before marrying at the church,should I do it or go to another church? I know Evangelical churches that are like that.

How much is marriage counseling? Me and my bf aren't married yet (been together for 3years and 2 kids). We need counseling.

What are the rules of engagement when in a marriage counseling session? Should we say what is on our mind or guard our words more carefully because of where we are and who we are with? What advice is the counselor most likely to give on this subject?

Will a judge suggest marriage counseling? My wife is 19 I am 22 and we have a 9 week old and we want to split 50 50 custody no child support owed to the other. We havent filed for divorce yet my wife wont give me a chance to do counseling, when we file for divorce given the circumstances may he make us try to work it? In massachusetts.

Does marriage counseling really work? Married 16 years. I am ready for separation but my husband suggested counseling. I agreed and we have our first appointment today. what to expect and does it really work?

Should marriage counseling be required and not just recommended for soldiers returning home? Why or why not?

How are ethical issues in marriage counseling and in child/adolescent counseling similar? In what ways?

Have you been or know somebody who has been to marriage counseling? My husband and I start going next week. What do I expect? Did it work for you?

Has marriage counseling worked for anyone? My marriage is in the toilet and we've decided to either get help or split up. We still love each other and I desparately want things to work out. It's the second marriage for both of us and it seems like we keep repeating the same mistakes that ruined our first marriages.

My ex-wife wants me to give her and her new husband marriage counseling. Ethics question? Fortunately I am not licensed so I wouldn't be risking anything here. But, had I been licensed, what would be the unethical part about this?

What can I expect at marriage counseling? We have our first appointment next week and I wonder what will happen. what type of questions, etc. Thanks

What is pre- wedding marriage counseling like? What can we expect from required counseling the preacher does? We are baptist and we already live together and have a child together.

Would a judge consider recomending or ordering marriage counseling before divorce is final? Wife filed for divorce three months ago. She hasn't spoken to me since and refuses marriage counseling. If I ask for the jugde to recomend counseling before the divorce is finalized, in my response, Would they consider my request?

Is there any Free marriage counseling places in Orlando Florida?

Does marriage counseling work? Any success stories after going to marriage counseling? Also, if your spouse said they would join you, so you make an appointment and then at the last minute they say they aren't going, what does that mean? How would you react?

we have been apart for a year, and dated other people. Will marriage counseling work for us? My wife left me a year ago and since then we both moved on to other partners. I have always pursued her, and she always gave the, " I don't love anymore." answer. But through my relentless trying she came back. Now I am wondering if there was to much time away, and If we will ever be in love the same.

What to expect at marriage counseling? My husband and I have been having a lot of problems pretty much since we got married. Problems with drugs and We also have very unusual problems, one of the biggest ones is the involvement of a 50 year old man (my husband is 23) in his life. This man has spent thousands of dollars on my husband and I do not want this man around anymore, he has put a wedge between us, i want to blame this man for a lot of our problems even though they are not all his fault. Anyways my husband i are going to try marriage counseling at a chuch next week, i am just curious about what they do and what i can expect to talk about. I am scared they will want me to accept this man in my life. I am pretty nervous about this, i would just like to get an idea of what i am about to go through. thank you!!!

Who knows what counselor conducted Bill and Hillary's marriage counseling Post-Monica scandal? First right answer gets 10 points... Hillary supporters riding the Rev. Wright train, be prepared to be really mad at yourselves for being the pot calling the kettle black....

Please recomend a good book on marriage communication or marriage counseling? Please recommend some good books for me on marriage communication, and just counseling. Me and my husband have a big problem with communication, we argue about dumb small things that i believe are because we can't communicate with each other effectively. We do love each other, but he seems to be upset because im not that lovey dovey person that's all over him constantly, and that's what he want's, It's very difficult for me to change and be that person. Please tell me if theres some books i can read to help my marriage.

Free or Cheap Marriage Counseling in LA Area? Does anyone know of professional free or cheap marriage counseling in the Pasadena/Los Angeles Area?

Is there really any point in getting marriage counseling? I know that there are a lot of couples who seek marriage counseling to straighten out their relationship problems. I can't help but wonder why, though. Obviously these people aren't making each other happy, so why do they even bother? Personally, I see nothing wrong with cutting one's losses and leaving a miserable situation. After all, the main point in life is to be happy, and if a thing or a person makes you unhappy, the best thing you can do for yourself is remove it/him/her from your life as much as possible.

Graduate Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling ? I am interested in pursuing a graduate degree in marriage and family counseling. I have been looking for schools online and I can't seem to find any prestigious schools with that program. Does anybody know of any good schools, particularly on the east coast that have this program or a program similar to this. If you know of any that are not on the east coast you can suggest those too, my first choices are just on the east coast. thanks!

is it appropriate to get my mom and stepdad marriage counseling for x mas gifts? they need it, but will deny it.

How Important Is Personal Or Marriage Counseling To A Marriage?

What was your experience with marriage counseling? Did it work for your marriage?

Is there a way to find inexpensive, but quality, marriage counseling? I have been unemployed for 4 months and had no luck finding work. The stress is really affecting my marriage, which had problems in the first place, and I really feel we need to see someone, but we have very little money to do so. Any suggestions on "charity cases" counseling?

Would marriage counseling work for a couple? The husband has strayed twice and they have tried marriage counseling once before. The clincher is he is in love with the "other woman"

Please tell me where I can seek good marriage counseling in Bangalore? Please tell me where I can seek good marriage counseling in Bangalore? Thanks. Also, please let me know the name and contact details of the marriage counselor.

How effective is couples / marriage counseling? My fiancée and I are going to our first counseling session later today. Our hope is that it will enable us to overcome some issues that are preventing us from having better intimate experiences with each other. This was my idea. Has anyone reading this made great strides in their relationship that they never dreamed possible due to counseling? My fiancée feels that it there is always going to be a problem in life and that I'm reaching for a perfect relationship. Something that is unobtainable. She open to going, but she has more of a pessimistic attitude than I. I feel that if you're in a relationship that you may as well give it 100% and make it the best experience possible or your wasting your time and your partner's time. The counseling will be fairly expensive, but I feel that we are worth it. Am I reaching for perfection? , How effective is couples / marriage counseling?

Have you ever been to marriage counseling? Does it work? How much does it cost?

Can marriage counseling records be used in court? I'm in the middle of a divorce, and wondering if our former counseling records can be used. Things that the counselor said and felt about possible abuse issues are things that could be helpful for me in court. I know doctor/patient things are confidential, but since BOTH of us were in attendance at these counseling sessions, wouldn't it be admissible? Thanks!

Does marriage counseling help a crashing relationship? My wife and I are going through some troubles in our relationship. We don't really fight at all in our marriage, but a few little problems came at once and we couldn't handle it like normal couples. Now we talk about divorce a lot, but I don't want that to be an option. We have been married for 5 years, we have 2 beautiful kids and we are both only 24 years old. I know couples go through really tough times together, but since we are not really used to problems. Wondering if someone tried marriage counseling. I heard it was a lot of money and I don't have any money, but I am willing to work 2 jobs to pay for it if it will make us stronger and better.

Does anyone have any information about Marriage Counseling? Can counseling help out a marriage? How long does it take? Are their different types of Marriage Counseling? Is the cost reasonable for a mid to low income couple? If children are involved should Family Counseling be considered instead of Marriage counseling? If any one has any help information it would be greatly appreciated.

Does anyone offer free marriage counseling in Las Vegas, NV? I am currently unemployed and really need to find a bible-based marriage counselor who can offer free session until I become employed again. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

What can I expect when I begin Marriage counseling? I am going to begin marriage counseling in a few days. I have no idea what I'm getting into with this. Will any of you who have been through it tell me what to expect? Is there any trickery I need to watch out for?

What happens in the first session of marriage counseling? After about 6 or 7 years of asking him to do it - my boyfriend of 10 years (so it's not really MARRIAGE counseling) has finally agreed to therapy - so he and I are going to a licensed MFT next week. We are having problems that revolve around money (I don't think he pays his fair share - he thinks I should be compassionate while he figures out how to make money at something he loves) his daughter (I don't think he is involved enough in her life - and I pick up the slack - but he thinks everything is fine and that I'm too involved in her school work) and his daughter's Mom (I believe that he tends to walk on eggshells around her - and he doesn't defend me when she puts me down - and he says he's trying to keep the peace for his daughter's sake). I'm wondering how much of this I should lay out on the table in the first session. He wouldn't be surprised by any of it - as I've complained about all of it to him. Is there a standard procedure for the first session with a therapist?

Does marriage counseling work when infidelity is involved and he is only staying for the kids? The marriage is 18 years. Both parties are guilty of infidelity. We have no respect or trust for each other. Our oldest child wants us to do marriage counseling. He told me he feels nothing for me. He is only trying because of the kids. I am willing to try to quit cheating. Nobody knows of my indiscretions. I thlnk he has feelings for his other woman. He and I are guilty of infidelity. Our children are 15-10-3. Our oldest wants us to try marriage counseling. He has told me he doesnt love me. He still is taking care of the family financially. He is only here because he doesnt want to leave the kids. He doesnt know for sure of my infidelity. He suspects and we fight alot. We are both scared to leave. He has feelings for his other woman, I suspect. He keeps going back to her. What can I do to give either of us the courage to start over. We have been married 18 years and it is scary. I think in some weird way I still love him. I want to do the counseling. His family accepts his girlfriend over me. They invite her to family events. They dont want me around. I must admit I have went through 4 cell phones this month by throwing them at him. I beat him up the night I asked him if he loved me and he told me no. He also told me he has no feelings of passion toward me. We were seperated about 2 years ago and he moved back.

how can i convince my wife to go to marriage counseling? how can i convince my wife to go to marriage counseling? she has plenty of excuses why we shouldnt go and i cannot convince her otherwise; she doent like to spread her buisness, she thinks everything will be the same afterwards, she thinks she will be blamed, etc, etc... we need this. there doesnt seem to be any other option at this point. i know we can save our marriage but why wont she go? should i go alone? we're running out of time. please help (we have a baby daughter also)

How does a Catholic priest think he can give marriage counseling, child-rearing, and sex advice to couples?

What can I expect from marriage counseling? My fiance and I will be undergoing some marriage counseling, done by our Baptist Minister. Typically what sort of things will we go over? Can you give me a rough idea of what to expect from it?

what to expect first night of marriage counseling? Tonight is my husband and I are going to marriage counseling. He had an emotional affair with a 20 year old. He says he loves her romantically but he is willing to give us a try. I just wondered what to expect tonight if anyone has gone through this.

What problem did marriage counseling fix for you? 1 what profession are you both in? 2 how long did you date prior to marriage? 3 first marriage? 4 how old were you both when married? 5 how many years married? 6 happily married/divorced? Thank you

How much time are you allowed for marriage counseling when divorce is almost final? One of us has already signed the drafted final decree, the other one hasn't. How much time are we allowed before we must decide whether to proceed with the divorce or to dismiss it? The one that signed doesn't want the divorce, but is afraid to trust that it won't happen again & would like some more time before deciding one way or another. We live in a no fault state and we do have attorneys. I'm going to contact mine tomorrow and ask him. I just wondered if anyone might know because I am so worried and nervous about this!

How many marriages credit marriage counseling to saving their marriage? But after an affair? Did you think that w/o the counseling, the marriage would for sure ended, did it end even with counseling? Did you work it out on your own, or just walk away? Just trying to get ideas of how others either saved their marriage or if they left it and try to figure out whats best for me and maybe someone will throw an idea out that there will get my own wheels spinning. Oh, and I am not saying who the cheater is, him or me, because thats when all the judgemental answers start coming...if only people could answer the question being asked and save the judgement.

What is involved in constesting a divorce and getting marriage counseling? Would this be an expensive?

Why do some people refuse marriage counseling? My friend and his wife are on the brink of divorce because of lack of communication between them. His wife refuses to go to counseling because she says that is for screwed up people. I don't get this, we are all screwed up! Even if you have a happy marriage you can benefit from counseling because you are learning ways to communicate. About a year before my wife and I married we went to premartial counseling. I learned a lot about communication and learned how to protect my marriage (from my own mother) by setting up boundaries. And honestly, we are very happy now that I have learned to keep my mother away from my relationship with my wife. We can always improve ourselves and there is nothing wrong with admitting you aren’t perfect and can use some improvement. Why do people think marriage counseling is so bad? I needed counseling before I married because of ME, my problems were affecting our relationship. Improving MYSELF benefiting our relationship in a positive way.

Will marriage counseling work if your husband is in love with some one else? My husband has been having an affair with a girl from his office; he is in love with her. Is there any point to continue the marriage. He will not admit the affair, but I feel it.

How do I get marriage counseling in Michigan that is free? I am having problem with my marriage. I am not sure what I want anymore. I can not tell my Husband what I want, if I do not know what I want anymore. Is there anyone that can help me. I have low income and can not afford to pay for help. I am trying to get the help I need to save my marriage.

When you get married who do you see for marriage counseling? How long is the counseling? My boyfriend and I are of two religions, i am christian and he is muslim. In the future we might be thinking of getting married. We would want to see a counselor that caters to both religions.

Is there marriage counseling that is on a sliding fee scale? Or even free. We don't have alot of money but are in dire need of some marriage counseling.

Has anyone tried marriage counseling after you had already decided to leave? I had already decided to leave my marriage after trying to fix it for 3 years. The hubby wouldn't ever commit to marriage counseling so I told him that I wanted to separate. Now, because of outside things that aren't relavent to the question, I am having to go to counseling. Is this crazy?

Should my wife and I consider marriage counseling? ..but she is worried that we will be told we are wrong for each other and end up calling it quits.. I think that it will be helpful regardless, since we have only been married 9 months and just want to improve our communication with one another. I would be interested to hear from anyone who has had positive and/or negative experiences with marriage counseling.. Does it even work? Thanks for your help!!

How to go about marriage counseling? Ok, if any of you have read my previous questions, you know my marriage has some issues. My husband and I want to try to fix things and go to counseling. I'll admit...I am a little prideful about the whole "needing help" idea. How can I not feel so ashamed to need help with our marriage? Both of us need issues resolved, but can't do it on our own, we've tried working thru things by ourselves, but it just never works. So, how is counseling going to be any different at all? Anyone with any experience in marriage counseling?

Why does marriage require SO much counseling? I even read a question about pre-marriage counseling. What an absolute hassle this marriage curse is! And you know whats funny? People keep beleiving in the curse like it was a piece of gold or something. Why? Thanks Flavio

Do you have to go through marriage counseling before you can get a divorce in the state of Virginia?

How do I talk my husband into marriage counseling? He had an affair about 7 months ago and we are both trying so hard to overcome it and get past it. He is remorseful and i havent seen him try this hard since he tried to get me to marry him 10 years ago. I know he loves me and is sorry and is doing everything right to "fix it". But I still think counseling would be helpful. He thinks everything is ok, cuz i dont say anything, i bottle it up to keep things normal, but I really think I need further professional help, but I really want marriage counseling for us both. How do I delicately approach the subject without coming off as demanding it. How do i get him to see that I think it would really be helpful. I still have so many questions surrounding his affair and I am afraid to just ask them. I think a marriage counselor in the middle would be a better alternative, for I have read that in times of healing from an affair, certain things said can be more damaging than helpful and I want guidance to get through it. Oh and please save your negative comments on once a cheater...bla...bla...Thats not what i asked. So many people are willing to throw in the towel these days and when i read on here telling people to get rid of cheaters, I have to wonder if they ever went through it themselves. Its easier said than done. At least I am trying and if still dont work, at least I can say i tried.

How much does marriage counseling generally cost? My husbands insurance will cover 3 sessions. If we are paying out of pocket, generally how much would we be paying to see a marriage counselor. Thanks in advance.

what should i expect at marriage counseling? My husband and I have been having a lot of problems pretty much since we got married. Problems with drugs which has recently seemed to have changed and We also have very unusual problems, one of the biggest ones is the involvement of a 50 year old man (my husband is 23) in his life. This man has spent thousands of dollars on my husband and I do not want this man around anymore, he has put a wedge between us, i want to blame this man for a lot of our problems even though they are not all his fault. He claims to be a christian but has not dated anyone in over 30 years. He seems obsessed w/ my husband. i hate it! Anyways my husband i are going to try marriage counseling at a chuch next week, i am just curious about what they do and what i can expect to talk about. I am scared they will want me to accept this man in my life. I am pretty nervous about this, i would just like to get an idea of what i am about to go through. thank you!!! I have spoke with my husband and this guy (jim) about how i feel and it did nothing. Jim does not feel like he is doing anything wrong, i just asked him to at least stay out of it until we work things out and he wouldnt. Actually they are just returning from a trip to georgia, he took my husband there to audition for americal idol, that has caused a lot of problems.

How long should I give marriage counseling before I give up? My wife had an affair 2 years ago, and we have never fully healed as a couple. We have 3 kids, and have been in marriage counseling now for the last 2 months. I don't see the counseling helping us yet, and I am becoming more miserable everyday. I don't want to leave my kids, but I won't be much good as a father if I lose myself emotionally because of the marriage. I feel the love is gone from our relationship and soon we won't even be friends either. Should I get out while we can still (hopefully) be friendly after a divorce, or do I stay and give counseling more time? If I stay - how long should we be in counseling?

Is marriage counseling necessary for us? My marriage is going downhill and we have lots of issues that we don't agreed or is unresolved. We've talked and we always end up not seeing eye to eye. Is marriage counseling the best way to do first?