Common Techniques In Couples Therapy
Couples therapy typically combines different approaches to deal with various issues. Common techniques would include:
– Getting to know each other: This technique helps make couples feel safe and comfortable to share and collaborate with the therapist as well as their partner.
– Exploring the past: This may help couples understand their behaviors, motivations, and fears better, which is important to resolve conflicts and build hopes.
– Determining feelings: It helps couples determine and put their feelings into words.
– Teaching skills: Couples may learn effective techniques to resolve conflicts, solve problems, or manage their anger. [3]