Premarital Counselling
Importance of Premarital Counselling
Research shows that people who share the same values, communicate effectively, and have a good friendship are more likely to enjoy their romantic relationship and build a marriage that lasts. Premarital counselling could help you and your partner explore where you stand on important issues. A couple might already know that they want a family and children however, a counsellor can help you discuss your vision of family and what you each expect from each other as partners and parents.
Premarital counselling gives you a space to get know your significant other on a deeper level and address conflict in a productive way. Family is defined in many ways and our perception of family is based on our own past experiences which may be different from what our partners have experienced.
When you plan to spend the rest of your life with someone, you want to know that you are compatible. You also want to have the skills to keep the marriage healthy even during the difficult times. Premarital counselling is a way to build that skill set and learn how to talk about the topics that can be challenging.
What is discussed during Premarital Counselling?
Premarital counselling questions can include anything and everything. It is an opportunity to talk about concerns and ask questions. When you are planning to spend the rest of your lives together it is important to be prepared to address challenges related to your life together. It is helpful and necessary to know where your partner stands on both the big and small issues. It is an opportunity for growth and a chance to discuss and resolve anything related to your relationship that has the potential to be problematic in the future.
Your therapist will ask you premarital counselling questions to help facilitate the honest conversations you may have been avoiding or not thought of quite yet. You will also gain insight into your significant other’s behaviour as well as your own and learn tools for effectively resolving conflicts and improving communication. Premarital counselling is a helpful way to explore some of the hard to talk about topics like religion, money, sex, health, career, children, division of household labour, debt, friends, and family. These conversations help to ensure that you and your partner are on the same page about marriage.
How many sessions is Premarital Counselling?
On average most couples attend 5-8 sessions of premarital counselling and clients usually attend once per week or every other week. The amount of time spent in premarital counselling depends on you and your specific relationship goals. Premarital Counselling gives you the opportunity to invest in the success of your marriage right from the start.