Marriage Counseling Services for Wilmington, NC

The reality is more marriages are failing than are succeeding. If we look at the positives, or who is currently succeeding in marriage, according to Neil Clark Warren's data, only 25% of couples endure and state that they are truly happy! Communication and mindful dialogue can help your relationship better withstand the test of time and all the hurdles life may throw your way.

There are options to help you and yours in your marriage. Positive change can only begin when both parties take the first step together. Come see me in Wilmington, NC today to start communicating through your relationship, today!

• Develop a closer marriage: More often than not, couples who seek marriage counseling do so because they feel like they are drifting apart. They don’t feel as connected as they did when they first got married. As couples listen and learn from one another, they can expect to grow a closer bond and revitalize the close relationship they once had.
• Healing old wounds: Revisiting past events that may have led to a broken marriage often helps heal those wounds. By healing these old hurts, couples can become closer than ever and renew their commitment to one another.
• Learn to resolve conflicts in real time: Being able to resolve conflicts before they escalate is key to maintaining a happy marriage. Couples can expect to learn how to deal with problems before they progress into even bigger ones. This can prevent problems from lasting the lifetime of their marriage.

If it doesn't feel that things are going right in your marriage, enlisting the help of a professional counselor can help you get back on the right track. It's important to be proactive when it comes to your marriage; while even healthy partnerships can benefit from professional assistance, taking action at the first signs of trouble can help you keep your marriage at the top of your priority list. Here are some signs that might indicate you and your partner could benefit from marriage counseling:

• Lack of Meaningful Conversations: You should be able to maintain a deep level of communication with your spouse. If you find that you and your partner are no longer having deep, meaningful conversations, it could be a sign that communication is beginning to break down.
• Constant Arguments: Frequent arguments that seem to go in circles without resolution do not allow you to resolve conflicts productively. Marriage counseling can help you address this issue.
• Avoidance: If you or your partner are actively resisting discussion of important discussions or topics, it might be time to seek counseling. A seasoned professional can help you address difficult topics and learn to handle difficult conversations. 

• Feeling Disconnected: If you have been feeling emotionally distant from your partner, or if you notice that they seem distant from you, it's a sign that something needs to be addressed. Marriage counseling can help the two of you regain your former connection and proceed forward with a strong partnership. 
• Lack of Intimacy: A decrease in physical and emotional intimacy can be a red flag. You or your spouse can constructively address this issue in counseling.
• Changes in Behavior: If you or your partner has been behaving differently lately, or if there have been changes to the routine that create physical or emotional distance, counseling can help you regain your former closeness.
• Loneliness: Consistently feeling lonely, unheard, or unsupported, even when your partner is physically present, can be a clear sign that something is amiss. Taking steps to resolve the problem can make a big difference.
• Lack of Trust: If you find yourself growing suspicious of your partner, or keeping significant secrets from each other, it's a sign that trust might be eroding in your relationship. This can begin as a relatively minor issue, but can also include significant problems up to and including physical or emotional infidelity. 

• Recurring Issues: While every couple disagrees at one point or another, it's important to find lasting resolutions. If the same issues keep coming up without being solved, it might be time to seek outside help.
• Resentment: Holding onto grudges and feelings of resentment is not healthy and can wind up having a toxic effect on your relationship. If you or your partner have been more critical of each other lately, attending marriage counseling can help you get back on track.
• Avoidance of Conflict: Believe it or not, some conflict can be healthy! If you or your partner avoid disagreements to the point where you are never able to address important issues, it can lead to bigger problems down the line. We can work together on your conflict resolution style to ensure that your needs are met in a constructive way.

• Financial Strain: Financial problems can put a significant strain on a relationship. Working with a marriage counselor can help you approach the situation together and work through this challenging time.
• Family Issues: Problems with extended family members can spill over into your marriage. We can work together to ensure that you address the problems as a team.
• Life Changes: Major life changes, such as a new job, a move, illnesses, lifestyle changes, or the birth of a child, can add stress to a marriage.

If you recognize any of these signs in your relationship, it might be beneficial to consider marriage counseling. Together, within a safe space, we can work together to address these issues and help you and your partner begin working towards a stronger, healthier relationship.