The Right (and Wrong) Time for Couples Therapy

Many couples wonder, “Do we really need therapy, or can we figure this out ourselves?”

If you have found yourself asking this, you’re not alone. Frankly, the answer may not be as simple as we’d like, and my response may surprise you. I do not believe that all couples need counseling. In fact, for some relationships, couples therapy may exacerbate issues or create greater risk of traumatization. So, how do you decide when to pursue relationship counseling?