http://themarriagecounselingblog.com/counseling/stop-the-cycle-with-marriage-counseling/ Discussions on Marriage, Family, and Counseling. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 13:32:12 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://themarriagecounselingblog.com/counseling/stop-the-cycle-with-marriage-counseling/comment-page-1/#comment-1633 Dr. Tracy Mallett Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:45:19 +0000 http://themarriagecounselingblog.com/?p=1111#comment-1633 Marriage counseling can assist by allowing both members of the couple to state their wants, needs and feelings in a neutral environment. The therapist will ensure that each partner's voice is heard, and that the goals set are those that can be agreed upon by both partners. Only through enhanced communication skills and a commitment to listen to one another can real change happen. Sometimes, couples need help in acheiving this, when strong feelings influence behavior and conversation becomes unproductive. If given a chance, marriage counseling can be of benefit. Marriage counseling can assist by allowing both members of the couple to state their wants, needs and feelings in a neutral environment. The therapist will ensure that each partner’s voice is heard, and that the goals set are those that can be agreed upon by both partners. Only through enhanced communication skills and a commitment to listen to one another can real change happen. Sometimes, couples need help in acheiving this, when strong feelings influence behavior and conversation becomes unproductive. If given a chance, marriage counseling can be of benefit.

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