Discernment counseling
for couples who are uncertain about the future of their relationship and not ready for couples therapy
We offer limited slots of in-person discernment counseling at both our Los Angeles and Pasadena offices in California alongside virtual therapy using a HIPAA-compliant platform for clients who live in the State of California and Washington.
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DISCERNMENT THERAPY
Discernment therapy is a therapeutic approach for couples who are at a crossroads and uncertain about the future of their relationship. It is intended to assist couples in making decisions about their future, whether that involves reconciliation or separation. Discernment therapy is different from regular couples therapy as the goal is not to repair ongoing issues but to help couples move towards mutual understanding and clarity so that they can decide if they would like to continue the relationship. The therapist will offer a secure environment for the couple to better understand their emotions, fears, and concerns without persuading them toward a particular decision. Discernment therapy is a short-term and structured approach that is designed to help all parties feel informed and empowered to make a collaborative decision about the future of the relationship.
you and your loved one may benefit from therapy if you hope to:
You or your partner are needing a safe space to navigate difficult conversations about whether you want to stay and work on the relationship, or move forward toward a healthy separation.
You or your partner are questioning the relationship due to complex issues like infidelity, trust breaches, or longstanding conflicts.
You and your partner are unsure about whether to continue the relationship
You’re in a relationship where one person is leaning strongly toward ending the relationship and the other is interested in reconciliation