It can be very confusing if you are looking for some help with your marital problems. There is traditional weekly therapy as well as intensive therapy which could be a marriage retreat, seminar or workshop. There are pastoral counselors, social workers, and mental health counselors that offer couples therapy as well. Some therapists are licensed
We often hear from potential clients that they are eager to try a couples therapy retreat. They’ve tried weekly therapy sessions and find the lack of substantial progress frustrating. They’ve read about marriage retreats and boot camps and they understand the value of an intensive counseling experience, but their spouse is not on board yet.
Many of the couples with whom we work are on the brink of separating and divorcing. Some had even filed their divorce papers already. And yet, they pause their divorce process to come to Marriage Quest as a last-ditch effort. They are seeking a glimmer of hope and wondering, “Can an intensive couples retreat save
Feeling resentful in your marriage can be very stressful. Sometimes it is obvious why the resentment is there. But if it has been going on for a long time it might be a subtle ache in the background of your mind and heart, as well as in your relationship with your spouse. It can feel
Are you looking to revitalize your intimate relationship? Have you experienced sexual dysfunction or faced challenges in your sex life? Maintaining a healthy and fulfilling intimate relationship can be challenging in today’s fast-paced world. Many couples find themselves struggling to maintain sexual connection. If left unchecked, partners may find themselves in a sexless marriage. It’s
All of the changes that happen during midlife can feel devastating and overwhelming at times. That is why it is often called a midlife crisis. It can impact both partners, their relationship, their family, and their relationship with friends and co-workers. Midlife moments are different. They typically are the whimsical things that can happen at
As a couples therapist, I’m frequently asked, “How long is too long to go without sex?” Unfortunately, there is no one answer. Some couples have daily sex, others weekly or even monthly and can be perfectly satisfied. As it turns out, frequency is not usually what makes or breaks a fulfilling sex life. The issue
In my 40+ years of experience as a therapist, I’ve observed many patterns in people’s lives. So I can say with a degree of confidence that it is possible to heal from betrayal trauma. Whether your spouse cheated on you or was involved in an emotional affair, a marriage retreat is an effective way to
Resenting your partner is a sign that things need to change in your relationship. Sometimes, you are the one who needs to do the changing and sometimes it means that your spouse needs to step it up and show you a little more respect and TLC. Either way, it’s time to get you and your
A midlife crisis may not be a crisis at all, but a natural and healthy questioning of one’s life’s circumstances. While both men and women go through this period of questioning, men tend to have a unique set of challenges during midlife. Struggles with health, family, career, self-esteem and identity are all common and complex