RLT Marriage Counselling
with Rick Martin

Couples therapy and marriage counselling are two ways to help couples make their relationship stronger. They're both helpful, but they work in different ways.

Marriage counselling is usually short and focuses on fixing urgent problems, like money or parenting. The counselor will help the couple learn better communication and problem-solving skills.

Couples therapy, on the other hand, is often longer and more in-depth. It's for serious issues, like past trauma or abusive behavior. The therapist will help the couple find the root of the problem and come up with solutions. Couples therapy is especially helpful for couples dealing with things like infidelity, addiction, or abuse.

Both types of therapy can be good for improving relationships. It depends on what problems the couple is dealing with. It's important to find a therapist who has experience working with couples and can give the right kind of help.

Choosing a couples counselor can be tricky.

There are some things you can do to make the process easier.

First, look for a therapist who has specific training in couples therapy like Relational Life Therapy or Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. These are important because they can help address the specific issues that couples face. It's also essential to look for therapists who understand how relationships work. This can help build skills for better communication and conflict resolution.

Secondly, reach out to friends, family, or coworkers who may have gone through couples therapy before. Ask for their recommendations. You can also search for therapists online, read their reviews and interview possible therapists during a free introductory session or over the phone. this is to see if they would be a good fit for you.

Finally, consider the cost of treatment. How you plan to pay for it. It's worthwhile to investigate insurance or company Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for cost-saving options.

Keep in mind that couples therapy is not covered by most insurance plans in Canada. This type of therapy is considered self-help or life coaching rather than a medically treatable issue.

Remember, the most important thing is to choose a therapist that you both feel comfortable with and can work well with.

Fees and Service Comparisons

See my Compassion Chart: https://www.rltmarriagecounselling.ca/cost-comparison

The comparison table on this page is designed to give you an overview of the differences between RLT Marriage Counselling and general therapy.

We've compared a variety of factors. this includes the qualifications and training of our counsellor, the average session length and duration, our fees, and the additional services we offer such as online sessions and extended counselling hours.

By understanding the differences, you can make an informed decision about which type of counselling is right for you and your relationship.

Yes, counseling can help fix and make a relationship stronger. RLT Marriage Counseling understands that tough times in relationships can make you feel helpless and frustrated.

Couples therapy can help with all sorts of relationship issues, from small fights to bigger communication problems. Even if you think it's hopeless, counseling can still help.

Couples therapy can deal with common issues like poor communication, trust problems, distance, and ending a relationship. Therapy can be helpful even when your relationship is doing okay.

It can help you learn new skills to have a good and happy relationship. It's not about blaming, but working together to solve problems and communicate better. If your relationship feels broken, don't worry. A good therapist can help you and your partner fix it.