Marriage and Family Counseling
We believe it is never too late...At times, we need to seek marriage and family counseling in order to begin living the life we have always wanted. All of us desire a fulfilling, healthy, and loving family life, but at times that goal can be difficult to achieve. Our therapists have a tremendous calling in helping to heal broken relationships. Whether you are in a marriage that is dealing with infidelity or perhaps co-dependent issues, it is important that you take a step back and talk to someone that can work through those critical challenges.The teen years...for parents with adolescents many unique challenges can arise. We will work with you and your family to address any of the issues that typically are faced with teenagers. Having support in working with your teen struggling with drug or alcohol abuse, dating issues, or dealing with divorce can make a world of difference for your family. For further information on our family counseling services, click on Help For Your Family. If you are currently engaged and in need of premarital counseling please go to the Premarital Counseling page on our website. As you will read, engaging in premarital counseling before you are married can help you avoid the struggles that marriages can face. Living Life Counseling can also provide help with step family challenges and concerns. Marriage and Relationship Challenges Living Life Counseling has begun a Marriage Enrichment series as part of our Living Life BLOG entitled It's Never Too Late to Talk Marriage. Click on the links below for further information from our blog. I - Reconnect with Your SpouseAs part of the marriage and family counseling process we will look at the challenges your relationship faces and the steps for reconciliation as we have highlighted below. Though it is important to understand what type of marital issues you and your spouse struggle with, it is even more critical to understand that the marital issues outlined below are usually symptoms of a much bigger underlying problem.
6 Steps for Marital Reconciliation Living Life Counseling believes it is never too late to restore a marriage or relationship. Because relationships have such unique dynamics and challenges, working closely with a caring therapist can mend yours' in ways you never would imagine. We have found over the years of providing couples counseling there are six key steps to work through in healing a broken marriage or relationship. Below we have outlined these steps for you to gain an initial understanding of the reconciliation process. 
1. Stabilize the relationship immediately by establishing safety, security, education, and direction.
2. Determine if any unresolved childhood and/or current problems are interfering with the marriage. 3. Identify what people need to change within themselves whether their spouse ever decides to change or not. 4. Identify existing, unhealthy communication patterns. 5. Teach healthy communication and problem-solving skills. 6. Work on forgiveness, building trust and healing the relationship. Restored Relationships Living Life Counseling can help you find ways to put back trust, understanding, and warm feelings into your relationship. In working through the reconciliation process alongside a counselor, couples will be able to experience important benefits of marriage and family counseling such as: 
Whether you decide to pursue counseling or are simply looking for ways of improving your marriage, page down to the Additional Resources section on this webpage for more information. Additional Resources To view our Marriage and Family Counseling book and internet resources go to the Marriage and Family Counseling sections of the RECOMMENDED BOOK RESOURCES and RECOMMENDED INTERNET RESOURCES pages on our website. How to Contact Us Our staff can begin helping you immediately to begin living the life you truly desire. For maps and directions to our offices in Livonia or Brighton please go to the Office Locations page on this website or call us at 734-591-6277. To send us an email go to the Contact Us page on this website and complete the Contact Us email submission form. |
