Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication

113 - Overcoming Resistance: Navigating When Your Partner Doesn't Want to Attend Couples Counseling


Listen Later

What are some common reasons that partners may be resistant to attending couples counseling, and how can you address their concerns?

How can you effectively communicate with your partner about the importance of attending couples counseling, even if they are initially resistant?

How can setting boundaries and being patient with the counseling process help to overcome resistance, and improve the overall health of your relationship?

We understand that couples counseling can be an uncomfortable and challenging experience, but it's often a necessary step toward improving a relationship. In this episode, we explore why some partners may be resistant to attending counseling, the potential reasons for their hesitation, and how to navigate this sensitive issue.

Tarah and EJ bring their expertise to the conversation, sharing their insights and practical tips on how to approach this difficult situation. We delve into how to communicate with your partner effectively, understand their perspective and concerns, and address any misconceptions or fears they may have about counseling. We also discuss the importance of setting boundaries, and how to find the right therapist who can help both partners feel comfortable and supported throughout the counseling process. Whether you're struggling to convince your partner to attend couples counseling, or you're the one feeling resistant, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their relationship and overcome resistance to therapy.


Leave a comment or ask a question regarding this episode!Relationship Renovation DiscordTo learn more about our online program that helps couples improve their relationship and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intimacy building, click this link ------------> Purchase Relationship Renovation at Home Online Course

Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/he-said-she-said/donations

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples CommunicationBy EJ and Tarah Kerwin

  • 4.8
  • 4.8
  • 4.8
  • 4.8
  • 4.8

4.8

168 ratings


More shows like Relationship Renovation: Marriage Advice, Intimacy & Couples Communication

View all
Relationship Advice by Thrive Therapy - Colter Bloxom, Lauren Mokarry, and Cayla Bozovich

Relationship Advice

1,688 Listeners

The Terri Cole Show by Terri Cole

The Terri Cole Show

1,407 Listeners

The School of Greatness by Lewis Howes

The School of Greatness

21,163 Listeners

What Healthy Couples Know That You Don't: Relationship Advice and Respect by Rhoda Sommer LCSW, Rhoda Sommer on Relationships

What Healthy Couples Know That You Don't: Relationship Advice and Respect

287 Listeners

EmPowered Couples with The Freemans by Aaron & Jocelyn Freeman

EmPowered Couples with The Freemans

608 Listeners

Habits and Hustle by Jen Cohen

Habits and Hustle

829 Listeners

LET’S TALK ATTACHMENTS by Jessica Da Silva, LMFT

LET’S TALK ATTACHMENTS

277 Listeners

The Thais Gibson Podcast by Thais Gibson

The Thais Gibson Podcast

310 Listeners

Let’s Get Vulnerable: Relationship and Dating Advice by Dr. Morgan Anderson

Let’s Get Vulnerable: Relationship and Dating Advice

1,144 Listeners

The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD by Alexandra Stockwell, MD

The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD

168 Listeners

On Attachment by Stephanie Rigg

On Attachment

1,070 Listeners

Jillian on Love by Jillian Turecki | Daylight Media

Jillian on Love

1,418 Listeners

The Mel Robbins Podcast by Mel Robbins

The Mel Robbins Podcast

20,702 Listeners

The ADHD Skills Lab by Skye Waterson

The ADHD Skills Lab

97 Listeners

A Really Good Cry by iHeartPodcasts

A Really Good Cry

280 Listeners