6.16.2005

Couple's Therapy

An article in today’s New York Times (Styles, pp. 1-2) reporting that both gay and straight cohabitating couples are going to couple’s therapy in increasing numbers to resolve their problems before taking the next step, made me realize that as teachers and writers in interpersonal communication we actually say very little about couple’s therapy. Beyond the general comment that some relationships may profit from counseling, we fail to discuss the role of therapy in interpersonal relationships— the kinds of therapy available, what therapy can and cannot accomplish, when to seek therapy, the research evidence on the efficacy of the different types of therapy, and a host of other questions that seem relevant and integral to interpersonal relationships. What to do?

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

I say start writing! I would read it for sure. I am currently taking com110 class and we are using the interpersonal communication book. The things you talk about are amazing. I would have never given some of this stuff a second thought. Its a great class too. So get started and I will be waiting for a couple's therapy book soon!
Angela
Phx, AZ.

Anonymous said...

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Couple Therapist said...

Liked the post! Therapists help you to communicate effectively, build and maintain trust, and develop a healthy and satisfying relationship.