Relationships are hard work, and no partnership is immune to obstacles. Topics that may be appropriate for couples therapy include:

-Excessive arguing/conflict
-Poor communication
-Emotional distance / lack of connection
-Sexual dissatisfaction
-Conflict around finances
-Premarital counseling
-Life transitions
-Co-parenting
-Infidelity
-Trauma
-Grief/Loss

The key to successful couples therapy lies within each participant’s attitude. A common pitfall is to show up hoping that the therapist will make your partner realize that they’re wrong and you’re right; this expectation rarely leads to a good outcome. Instead, each member of the couple must be genuinely open to examining and changing their own behaviors in order to improve the relationship. A genuine desire to better understand your partner is the key ingredient.