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"Louis has helped my husband and I grow throughout the time leading up to our marriage as well as now that we are married. We both needed to grow in different ways and Louis was able to help us work on those areas while still nurturing our relationship. He helped us foster a healthy, happy and fulfilling marriage and has given us methods of effectively communicate with each other that we use every day."
In the sacred journey of togetherness, every couple encounters moments where the seas get turbulent and the path seems obscured. At Louis Laves-Webb, LCSW, LPC-S & Associates, we offer a haven for your relationship to anchor during these storms, facilitating a space where love is rekindled, connections are deepened, and conflicts find resolution. Whether your partnership is navigating through calm waters or weathering the storm, our specialized couples and marriage counseling in Austin, Texas, stands ready to guide you both toward rediscovering the harmonious rhythm of your unique love story.
"Very helpful and personable. Been seeing him for couple's counseling for several years and he's helped us through some tough times."
Many couples attend couples or premarital counseling to address potential challenges before they take the next step in their relationship. However, some issues only surface after marriage as you and your lives evolve. Marriage counseling offers numerous benefits that can profoundly impact your relationship. It is a form of talk therapy that provides a structured environment for couples to explore their issues with a trained professional, facilitating improved communication and understanding.
By addressing deep-rooted issues, marriage counseling helps couples navigate conflicts more effectively, fostering a healthier relationship dynamic. Whether you're dealing with ongoing disagreements or simply want to strengthen your bond, marriage counseling sessions with a licensed therapist can be a transformative experience that promotes emotional intimacy, mutual respect, and long-term satisfaction in your relationship.
The realm of couples and marriage counseling has seen significant engagement and tangible outcomes in recent years. Approximately 752,370 couples annually take the step to enter couples therapy, showcasing the trust and value people place in the process. This commitment to relationship well-being is further evidenced by the fact that 3.4% of households have sought guidance from a marriage or couples therapist. Beyond the relational benefits, there's a broader impact on individual health. Research indicates a noteworthy 21.5% reduction in health care use as a result of engaging in couples therapy. This underscores not only the emotional and relational advantages but also the physical and mental well-being enhancements that couples and marriage therapy can bring about.
According to the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), marriage counseling costs 20% less than a psychologist’s fees, and 30% less than a psychiatrist’s fees. In fact, it is shown that 2/3 of marriage counselors are willing to lower their rates! (Under certain criteria, marriage counseling may be covered under most health insurance policies.)
According to one study, just 3% of marriages divorced 4 years after completing insight-oriented marital therapy, and nearly one-third of marriages last after an affair has been admitted or discovered!
The median length of family therapy is just 12 sessions, and 65% of cases are completed within 20 sessions. In fact, family therapy generally lasts 30% fewer sessions than individual therapy.
About one-half of all highly-distressed marriages in a 2011 study showed persistent signs of improvement 5 years later.
Marriage counseling can address a wide array of issues that married couples commonly face. Infidelity is a major issue that can severely damage trust, but with the right guidance, both you and your partner can work through the pain and trust issues to rebuild the relationship. Communication breakdowns are another common challenge, where couples struggle to express their needs and emotions effectively. Financial disagreements often lead to tension and resentment, but counseling can help couples navigate these conflicts and resolve issues by fostering open dialogue and finding compromise. Whether it's a major crisis or ongoing tension, working with a clinical psychologist provides the tools needed to address and overcome these challenges.
All couples experience conflict, that is why effective communication is the cornerstone of a strong, healthy marriage. Unfortunately, many couples struggle with expressing their thoughts and feelings in a way that fosters understanding and connection. This is where marriage counseling can make a significant difference. Through guided sessions with a skilled therapist, couples can learn how to communicate more openly and effectively, helping to resolve conflicts and build a deeper emotional bond.
Marriage counseling provides a safe space for both partners to express their concerns and frustrations without fear of judgment. A professional counselor can help identify communication barriers and teach couples how to listen actively, speak more clearly, and understand each other's perspectives. By developing these skills in talk therapy, couples can navigate disagreements more constructively, reducing misunderstandings and enhancing overall relationship satisfaction.
Whether you're dealing with chronic miscommunication or just looking to strengthen your relationship, marriage counseling is a valuable tool for improving communication skills and fostering a more fulfilling partnership. By addressing communication issues head-on, you and your partner can develop healthier, more supportive ways of interacting that will benefit your marriage in the long term.
Preparation is key to getting the most out of marriage counseling. Start by openly discussing your goals for counseling with your partner and what you hope to achieve. Reflect on your relationship’s strengths and areas for improvement, and be ready to share your thoughts honestly during sessions. It's also important to enter counseling with an open mind, ready to explore new perspectives, and willing to make changes. Consider keeping a journal to track your thoughts and progress throughout the process. This preparation can set a positive tone for your counseling experience, making it more effective and rewarding.
At Louis Laves-Webb, LCSW, LPC-S & Associates, we fuse Gottman’s Research-Based Counseling and Emotion-Focused Couples Counseling. By following the best practices of the two most successful, results-driven methods for couples counseling, we can expect better patient outcomes.
Interested in learning more about our approach to couples and marriage counseling in Austin, TX? Schedule an initial consultation with one of our therapists today
Research-based therapy that is goal-oriented can help couples in counseling to:
At Louis Laves-Webb, LCSW, LPC-S & Associates, we recognize that each relationship is unique and requires a tailored approach to therapy. Along with traditional couples and marriage counseling methods, we also employ a variety of specialized therapeutic techniques. These advanced approaches, grounded in extensive research and proven efficacy, cater to the diverse needs and circumstances of our clients. Whether addressing communication barriers, deep-seated emotional issues, or enhancing connection and intimacy, our goal is to offer comprehensive and effective solutions that foster healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Imago Therapy is a unique approach to marriage counseling that emphasizes the connection between unresolved issues from one’s past and current relationship dynamics. Developed by Dr. Harville Hendrix, this therapy focuses on fostering communication that moves beyond blame to understanding and empathy. By guiding couples to explore their childhood experiences and the subconscious images they have of love, Imago Therapy helps partners understand each other’s feelings and needs deeply, promoting healing and transformative connections within the relationship.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a highly effective form of couples therapy that centers on the emotional bonds between partners. Based on the principles of attachment theory, EFT seeks to strengthen or rebuild the emotional attachment by encouraging the expression of deep-seated emotions and needs. Developed by Dr. Sue Johnson, this approach helps couples identify the patterns and cycles that drive their conflicts, enabling them to respond to each other in more loving and supportive ways, thus fostering a stronger, more secure bond.
The Gottman Approach to couples therapy, developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, is grounded in over four decades of research with thousands of couples. This method emphasizes a nuts-and-bolts approach to improving relationship satisfaction and addresses areas from conflict management and intimacy to shared dreams and values. The Gottman Method uses thorough assessments and practical interventions to help couples strengthen their relationships in three key areas: friendship and intimacy, conflict management, and creation of shared meaning. It is well-known for its effectiveness in revitalizing marriages by fostering respect, affection, and closeness.
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Face-to-face counseling offers the comfort of being in an office setting, greater access to subtle psychological nuances that occur in person, and it helps to prevent possible outside interruptions.
Teletherapy counseling offers convenience, a therapeutically accessible and viable means of benefiting from therapy, and because it occurs in your own environment, it can allow you to feel more at ease and comfortable.
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"Very helpful and personable. Been seeing him for couple's counseling for several years and he's helped us through some tough times."
"Louis is a really great listener. He not only listens, but he HEARS you. I have never felt so understood by a therapist before. He is great at guiding you toward a more honest approach at an emotionally balanced life. He doesn't judge and is always welcoming. My appointments with Louis always left me feeling empowered and ready to face the week."
"I’ve been going here consistently for several years and have been nothing short of amazed at the experience (and results)."
TeleTherapy aims to make therapy more accessible. Gone are the days where you have to request time off or account for travel time to attend therapy. Instead, eliminate the commute and schedule your online therapy session at a time that works for you! Our therapists are very adaptable and offer therapy via phone call, or Zoom — whatever you prefer. And unlike national therapy providers, we’re all based in Austin, so we’re familiar with the city, its culture, its diversity, and the slow-moving traffic on I-35. By speaking to an Austin therapist, your sessions may have more context and background than speaking to someone on the other side of the country. Let’s get started!
If your relationship is on the rocks, the therapists at Louis Laves-Webb, LCSW, LPC-S can help you get it back on track. Contact us online or over the phone to schedule a free consultation.
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Austin, TX 78701
3818 Spicewood Springs Rd
Suite 300
Austin, TX 78759
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