Working with a marriage counselor can be quite daunting.

But, there are some steps you can take to narrow down your search for the perfect marriage counselor. You may have a preference for your therapist’s gender. How much time are you willing to spend commuting to and from marriage counseling sessions? Is it important that your faith be incorporated into discussions and exercises?
For many couples, bringing the Christian faith into sessions is essential. But for some, it’s not a priority at all. At my therapy practice in the Atlanta, GA area, I understand that each individual and couple is unique. So, I offer marriage counseling as well as Christian marriage counseling. I offer support to help you meet your relationship’s unique goals.
Why do People go to Marriage Counseling?
Couples and spouses (Christian and not) start marriage counseling for many reasons. These could be communication issues, infidelity or affairs, and trouble resolving conflict. Or, challenges to agree in general. Often, these issues stem from deeper-rooted issues with one or both partners. One partner may be under an immense amount of stress. This could be causing breakdowns in communication. Likewise, the whole family unit may be going through hard circumstances or trauma. If so, spouses may stop communicating, argue, and even blame each other for the issues.

What’s Different About Christian Marriage Counseling in Decatur, GA?
In Christian marriage counseling, we incorporate faith components into discussions and exercises. These faith components can help you and your partner regulate your emotions better. This phrase, “regulate your emotions” only means one’s ability to manage their emotions.
For instance, let’s say you’re arguing with your partner and feeling angry. Instead of staying in the moment and escalating, you can practice emotional regulation. Try walking away, taking deep breaths, and examining your emotions. Practices like this one are often used in Christian marriage counseling. This also includes prayer, scripture readings, and meditations. At the core, each of these practices helps you slow down, think, and reconnect with yourself and God. Working on this connection and marital relationship can make a huge difference in your emotional regulation.
Incorporating these pieces, with an emphasis on your connection to God, can improve your marriage. Plus, it can improve your individual spiritual experiences. Practicing these together can also increase feelings of safety and security with your partner. So with time and practice, you’ll be able to discuss those harder topics that test your relationship.
Consider Starting Christian Marriage Counseling in Decatur, GA

2. Get to know your caring therapist
3. Start improving your relationship!
Other Services Offered at Faith and Family Empowerment
Christian marriage counseling isn’t the only service offered at my Decatur, GA-based counseling practice. I also offer online therapy in Georgia. Mental health services include Christian counseling, depression support groups, anxiety support groups, and marriage counseling. I also offer premarital counseling, discernment counseling, and counseling for affair recovery. Learn more by visiting my about, blog, or FAQ pages today!