Please email me at tim@timparkerphd.com if you have more questions about couples and relationship therapy with me.
Couples therapy, also known as marriage counseling or couples counseling, is a type of therapy that aims to help couples improve their relationship and resolve conflicts. Couples therapy is based on the idea that problems in a relationship are often caused by communication issues, misunderstandings, and unmet needs.
My role as your therapist is to facilitate open and honest communication between you and your partner(s) and help you develop new ways of interacting with each other. Couples therapy sessions typically involve both partners, but individual sessions may also be included as needed.
Often one of the main goals that couples have when they come to see me is to improve communication. This involves learning how to listen actively and express oneself clearly and honestly. I have found that sometimes teaching couples communication techniques such as active listening, mirroring, and paraphrasing can help them immensely. These techniques can help couples understand each other's perspectives, validate each other's feelings, and work towards common goals.
Another goal I often have in couples therapy is to help couples resolve conflicts in a constructive and healthy manner. This often involves me teaching couples conflict resolution skills such as compromise, negotiation, and problem-solving. These skills can help couples navigate disagreements and prevent them from escalating into bigger problems.
I like to help couples develop a deeper understanding of themselves and each other. This may involve exploring each partner's values, beliefs, and expectations for the relationship. I use various techniques such as role-playing, visualization, and journaling to help couples gain insight into their own feelings and behaviors.
As helpful as I believe couples therapy to be, please know that it is not a quick fix, and it may take several sessions before couples see significant improvement in their relationship. However, the benefits of couples therapy can be long-lasting. Couples who have worked with me report feeling more connected to each other, having better communication skills and being able to resolve conflicts more effectively.
I know couples therapy to be a powerful tool for couples who are experiencing difficulties in their relationship. It can help couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves and each other. If you are experiencing problems in your relationship, please contact me today to set up an appointment.
I have been trained in a number of specific modalities for working with couples. The ones I gravitate towards most are Emotionally Focused Therapy and Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy. I have also been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD which has been shown to be effective with couples where one or both partners is experiencing PTSD. I find some of the individual therapies I use to be helpful with those in relationships as well such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Narrative Therapy.
In addition to some of the circumstances mentioned above I have been trained to address the underlying concerns that contribute to a number of growth areas that couples experience. These growth areas include grief, poor communication, infidelity, parenting, sex, intimacy, addictions, and concerns around religion and spirituality. There are a number of other areas I have helped couples and those in relationships work through. Don't hesitate to reach out to me to help you.
Sessions typically last between 50-60 minutes. Couple/Relationship Sessions are $200. The number of sessions a couple can expect varies greatly and is dependent on a number of factors.
For Texas clients I take Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Oxford, United Health Care, and Oscar Health. For clients in Colorado, I take Aetna, Cigna, Oxford, United Health Care, and Oscar Health. I use Headway for my insurance billing. If you plan on using your insurance for my services please visit my profile there to get started. https://headway.co/providers/tim-parker
If I do not take your insurance I can provide you with a superbill for consideration as an out of network provider. I cannot guarantee you will be reimbursed by your insurance company in these instances.
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