I am trained in the Intimacy Therapy Counseling Model and bring my 25+ years of experience into the couples counseling process., helping couple to:
Eliminate Hindrances to intimacy by:
Identifying and interrupting unproductive behaviors
Resolving unhealed Emotions
Identifying unmet intimacy needs
Exposing and countering selfishness, guilt and shame
Improving communication
Enhance Intimacy and closeness by:
Reinforcing productive behaviors
Experiencing positive Emotions
Internalizing healthy thinking patterns
Meeting each other intimacy needs
Expressing openness and humility towards each other
Improving communication
I also use Enneagram Couples Counseling in my work with couples. The Enneagram offers:
Explanation of why you and your mate see things differently
Strategies to help you and your partner grow as a couple
Deeper self-awareness of motivation
Compassion for self & others
Bring to light hidden motives and fears
Understand the assets and limitations of you and your mates personality