Marriage Counseling

"'Til death do us part"--every couple promises this upon getting married. However, when reality sets in and trouble brews, this phrase is often discarded in favor of separation and divorce. Under some circumstances, a marriage cannot be saved, especially when abuse is involved. However, before you chase to the courthouse and file... more »

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention compiled statistics in 2005 that showed a 48 percent rate of divorce in the United States. People are still getting married in spite of these odds. Counseling helps couples stay married by teaching them how to deal with the issues that tear so many apart. more »

Substance abuse can vary from the overuse of prescription medication and illegal drugs to alcohol abuse. While the degree to which the abuser is using will vary, he is considered an addict when financial loss, the breakdown of personal relationships and the neglect of children results. By the time these and other consequences occur,... more »

When a marriage crumbles, it is an unfortunate situation, and though separation does not necessarily mean the end of a marriage, it is often the pathway to it. Because marriage is meant for a lifetime, couples are often advised to evaluate the situation carefully, to ensure that separation is indeed best for both parties, especially... more »

Some couples may attend marriage counseling or may even involve the whole family to take part in family counseling. Couples and families seek counseling to help build upon the relationships and to have an unbiased, third party involved. more »