Just like with any other type of therapy, couples counseling can include various therapeutic approaches. Some therapists specialize in one type of couples therapy, while others use a variety of methods to ensure the best results for each couple.

At OneLife Counseling, Jeremy Magin works with you to find the right type of couples counseling. He will use various approaches and types of couples counseling so that you both feel comfortable during sessions.

It's useful to know some of the most common types of couples therapy, so you can get a better sense of which might appeal to you. Let's examine further:

• Emotionally focused therapy - EFT relationship therapy is focused on the attachment and bond between the couple. With this method, the couple's therapist helps you identify and change patterns that damage your bond.
• Behavioral couples therapy - BCT involves changing behavior using positive reinforcement. Behavioral couples therapy is all about reinforcing positive behaviors and habits in the relationship and avoiding behaviors that lead to relationship issues.
• Cognitive behavioral therapy - With CBT, the couple and individual will identify harmful thought patterns that harm the relationship and work to change patterns and behaviors.

These are just a few of the most popular couples therapy approaches and strategies. Jeremy Magin will work with you to improve relationship difficulties and promote communication skills using these methods and more.

Couples therapy is useful for many couples. It can also be done in connection with individual therapy to ensure positive results for both partners and as a unit. 

While some couples only seek out couples counseling when their relationship is at breaking point, couples therapy is often just as, if not more useful, when relationship difficulties begin to arise. This way, you can learn problem-solving skills and find ways to move forward more positively.

Couples counseling is sometimes referred to as marriage counseling, but you don't have to be married to see a couple’s therapist. While marriage therapy is a type of couples therapy specifically focused on those who are married, committed couples of all kinds can get couples counseling to promote a healthy relationship. 

Premarital counseling is also common, as it helps people enter their marriage with a stronger foundation and understanding of how to resolve relationship issues.

In most couples counseling sessions, you and your partner will be able to discuss problems, whether they are between each other or because of external stressors. The couples therapist will facilitate these discussions in a healthy manner.

Through this process of couples therapy or marriage counseling, you can get help with common relationship concerns and issues, such as:

• Relationship roles: Depending on upbringing, beliefs, and more, people can have various beliefs about roles in a relationship, such as division of labor. Couples counseling can assist with resolving these differences and finding a healthy dynamic.
• Core beliefs and values: A person's core beliefs and values are very important. In relationship counseling, you can express your religious, spiritual, or ethical values and find how to bridge the gap when differences arise.
• Money and finances: Finances often cause stress in relationships. With couples therapy, you'll get assistance with financial issues in your marriage. The couples therapist will support you in honesty and a dialogue about finances.
• Sex and intimacy: Sex and physical intimacy is another common source of conflict in relationships. With couples counseling, you can sort through a mismatch in needs or start to heal from infidelity.
• Children: Whether you have conflict over whether or not to start a family or how to raise your children, couples counseling is a good way to address these concerns and find common ground.
• Extended families: Extended families can be another source of stress and fighting in a relationship. Whether you're receiving general couples counseling or marriage counseling, your therapist can help you manage differences and insecurities around family issues.

These are just some of the things marital and family therapy can address and assist with.

Couples therapy has many potential benefits. These can include:

• Better conflict resolution skills
• Improved communication skills
• Reduction of dysfunctional and unhealthy patterns and behaviors
• Better understanding of one another
• Stronger attachment and friendship
• Increased intimacy and satisfaction

Remember that couples therapy doesn't always end with a healthy relationship. In some cases, the combination of individual therapy and couples counseling helps individuals better identify their next steps, which can sometimes be ending the relationship.

Couples therapy can have many outcomes, but the goal of couples therapy is for both individuals to feel good about the changes.

When you receive couples therapy at OneLife Counseling, you can expect a personalized approach to couples counseling. Jeremy Magin will work with you both to improve communication skills and create a healthy relationship that overcomes relationship difficulties.

You can start with a free 30-minute consultation. From there, Jeremy Magin works with you throughout the couples therapy sessions to ensure both partners are happy with the direction of the therapy.

Call today to learn more about couples therapy services in Denver.