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  • Virginia Beach
  • Hofheimer/Ferrebee, P.C.
    1060 Laskin Road
    Suite 12B
    Virginia Beach, VA 23451
  • Phone: (757) 425-5200
  • Fax: (757) 425-6100
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  • Newport News
  • Hofheimer/Ferrebee, P.C.
    11815 Fountain Way
    One City Center, Suite 300
    Newport News, VA 23606
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  • Chesapeake
  • Hofheimer/Ferrebee, P.C.
    638 Independence Parkway, Suite 240
    Chesapeake, Virginia 23320
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Can Your Marriage Work? A Guide to Couple’s Therapy (Part B)

The idea of seeking couple's therapy and confronting and addressing your marital problems can be intimidating for some. You and your husband may find that there are many benefits to trying relationship counseling as a potential alternative to seeking a divorce in Virginia.

Benefits of Couple's Therapy

If you and your husband are experiencing problems in your relationship, couple's therapy may be a viable option. Couple's therapy can help repair and rejuvenate dying relationships, or it can help you prepare for divorce. In both cases, relationship counseling can address many marital issues, including:

  • Communication problems
  • Sexual issues
  • Child rearing and blended family conflicts
  • Substance abuse
  • Financial problems
  • Anger
  • Infidelity
  • Low level cases of domestic abuse

Of these issues, one of the most central is communication, as many other issues in a marriage are tied to communication. It is completely understandable not to wish to talk about certain personal issues or past experiences. Such difficult communication points could include sex, money, your children's upbringing, feelings of loneliness or discomfort, or expressions of anger and disappointment.

However, talking about such feelings and issues could help your husband to better understand you and vice-versa. To make the communication process easier, consider using the following techniques:

  • Never assume; always be sure of what your husband is saying and that he understands what you are saying
  • Be concrete in what you say
  • Never blame or make generalizations about the other person

When Couple's Therapy Isn't Enough

You and your husband may go through the process of marital counseling and come to the realization that the two of you have simply reached the end of your relationship. In some cases, this can help your divorce process, as couple's therapy may have soothed some of the enmity between you. This may not always be the case.

When you know you are at the end of your journey together, it would be in your best interest to consult with an experienced divorce attorney who understands women's issues in Virginia. It is important that the Virginia divorce lawyer you choose has handled cases similar to yours and that they understand your standpoint in your divorce. A Virginia divorce attorney who has helped women in your similar position can help you to gain a fair settlement in your divorce, allowing you to move on with your life.

The Virginia divorce attorneys at Hofheimer/Ferrebee care about your rights, the welfare and happiness of your children, and your financial security. Let us use our unique experience and legal expertise to help you focus on your goals for your future and your family. Contact us today at (757) 425-5200 for more information about our monthly seminars, or to schedule a one-hour legal consultation with one of our Virginia women's divorce attorneys.




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