Discernment counseling is a type of brief couples therapy.  It is helpful for:

• Couples who are not sure if they want to stay in the relationship.
• Couples where one partner wants to stay in the relationship and one partner leans towards ending the relationship.

Discernment counseling helps you decide between three options:  ending the relationship, committing to 6 months of couples therapy or postponing a decision.  The goal is for the couple to understand what went wrong in the relationship and to feel comfortable in the path they choose going forward. 

Typically, there are between one and five sessions, including a combination of individual and joint sessions.  A significant focus is understanding if there any problems that can be solved and if there are potential solutions to the relationship issues.

Ultimately, the couple can make the decision regarding their future with more confidence and understanding.  If they decide to pursue couples therapy, they often have more hope and commitment to the process because they did discernment counseling first. 

I know these are difficult and important decisions for you and your family.  I can help you get clarity of your thoughts and feelings and make a decision that feels right to you.

I am here to help.  Call to make an appointment so you don’t have to struggle with these issues alone.

I work with clients in Wilton, Westport, Ridgefield, New Canaan and all of Fairfield county.  Please call when you are ready.