Whether you're a local or an expat, nurturing a healthy relationship requires effort, understanding, and sometimes, a guiding hand.
The Importance
Starting couples counseling is a step towards nourishing one's relationship. Contrary to popular belief, seeking professional guidance does not corrspond to weakness or failure but can show for a commitment to a healthier, more fulfilling partnership. "The only way out is though", is a cliché for a good reason. Couples counseling provides a safe space for open communication, fostering understanding, empathy, and mutual respect.
More about my way of working
I have a strong interest in working with couples.
Working with couples is different than working with individuals, because the relationship happens in the here and now, and is not just talked about.
Couples therapy is a lot more than just working on communication skills. All our traumas come out to play with our most loved ones, and this is what we have to support in therapy.
It is a process of enlarging our scope of who our partner is, what they can carry, what we can carry ourselves, how to process and what to accept.
Couples sessions take place bi-weekly, and last for 90'.
Choosing your Couples Counseling Psychologist in Madrid
Selecting the right psychologist for you is paramount to the success of the process; sometimes you click, and others you don't. Usually you know from the firs session: trust your gut. While Madrid is a big city, it can be hard to find a therapist that is qualified/ experienced, and also speaks English. I am multilingual (English, Greek, Romanian, Dutch, Spanish) and I have lived and worked abroad, with expats and expat families, during the entirety of my career.
Meet me
I am an experienced psychologist and Gestalt therapist, based in Madrid. I have a particular interest and experience in working with couples. I have worked with many couples of all ages and very different backgrounds, online and in person. My approach to therapy is empathetic, non-judgmental, and collaborative. I believe in creating a safe space where couples can explore their feelings, identify underlying issues, and develop a respectful and meaningful way of communicating.
FAQs About Couples Counseling in Madrid
1. How do I know if couples counseling is right for us?
Some of the issues that have led couples to my practice are a rupture in trust due to an affair, emotional or other, difficulties with inlaws, struggling with parenthood, emotional/ intimate distance, loss of attraction, aggression, alcohol abuse. However, couples counseling is beneficial for any couple facing challenges or seeking to improve their relationship. If you're experiencing communication issues, conflicts, or feeling disconnected from your partner, couples counseling can help.
2. How long does couples counseling take?
The duration of couples counseling varies depending on the couple's needs and goals. Some couples may see progress within a few sessions, while others may require more time to work through deeper issues. In my experience, most couples achieve their initial goals withing the first two to three months. A lot of couples chose to stay in touch with me as their therapits because they find support in having dedicated time to nurture their relationship.
3. Will our sessions be confidential?
Yes, confidentiality is a fundamental aspect of couples counseling. All discussions and information shared during sessions are kept strictly confidential. Both parties of the couple are always aware of everything that is said, both parts are emailed the same information etc.
4. What if my partner is hesitant about counseling?
It's common for one partner to be hesitant about counseling initially. We can discuss this in the first session, but in my experience it is quite normal.
5. How can we schedule an appointment with you?
To schedule an appointment with me for couples counseling in Madrid, simply contact my office directly or visit her website for more information. You can whatsapp me or email me.
Benefits of Couples Counseling:
Improved Communication: Effective communication lies at the heart of any successful relationship. Couples counseling equips partners with the tools and strategies to communicate more openly, honestly, and effectively, thereby fostering deeper connections and resolving conflicts constructively.
Conflict Resolution: Disagreements and conflicts are inevitable in any relationship. However, learning how to navigate these challenges in a healthy and constructive manner is key to maintaining harmony. Through couples counseling, couples learn conflict resolution techniques, enabling them to address issues calmly and collaboratively.
Enhanced Intimacy: Intimacy encompasses emotional, physical, and psychological closeness between partners. Couples counseling explores ways to reignite passion, strengthen emotional bonds, and cultivate intimacy, ultimately fostering a more fulfilling and satisfying relationship.
Individual Growth: Healthy relationships are built on a foundation of self-awareness and personal growth. Couples counseling encourages individuals to explore their own needs, desires, and aspirations, fostering personal development and self-discovery within the context of the relationship.
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