How to Find a Great Couples Counselor in Colorado
Finding a Great Couples Counselor in Colorado can be frustrating! It can be time consuming and exhausting. You might not even know where to start. Here are some ways to find a great couples counselor in Colorado and what to look for:
Word of mouth
Many people are very private about the fact that they go to couples counseling. Despite that, you might find a good couples counselor by asking around. Ask your friends and family if they can recommend someone. Not only will you get a trustworthy referral, but you will also discover that more people than you might think see a couples therapist. You might also consider asking your co-workers, pastor, neighbors or other trusted individuals. When they recommend someone ask them “What do you like about your counselor?”, “How do they approach your relationship problems?” and “Are they active and provide a clear path to reach your goals?”.
Online directories:
You can also search online directories which allow you to input very specific search criteria:
Do they Specialize in Couples Therapy?
Many therapists can provide couples counseling but they also provide a myriad of other types of therapy including individual, child and family therapy. While a therapist who can offer a variety of services can still be very skilled at couples counseling, when you see someone who specializes in couples counseling, you can be confident that they have focused their training and time on developing this expertise.
What is Their Experience (as a Therapist and in Life!)
While a newly trained therapist can be incredibly helpful and skillful, seeing a therapist that has seen many people that are dealing with exactly what you are dealing with can help ensure that you will be provided the best possible care. It can also be helpful to see a couples therapist that has been in (and out) of relationships and understands how tough relationships can be!
Location
It’s important that their office is conveniently located to your home or work, with easy parking and access. If you are a public figure and desire privacy, you can ask your therapist to schedule your appointment during a low traffic time or determine if there is a back entrance to their office.
Telehealth Option
Do they offer the option of telehealth/virtual therapy? For your convenience, the option of telehealth when you can’t come to the office or travel for work, can be a great way to prevent any disruption to your appointments and progress. Telehealth is a great option if you travel for work, are apart from your partner, or live part time out of state.
Therapist Approach
Finding a therapist that fits your personality and goals is very important. Therapists work in a variety of different ways. Many are very good listeners but won’t tell you what to do to fix the problems in your relationship. Others are very direct and coach-y. And then, there is everything in between. What style will best match your therapy goals?
Do they offer a complimentary phone consultation?
Finding a Great Couples Counselor can be hard. Knowing where to look and what to ask will hopefully make the task more manageable. It’s so important that you feel a connection with your therapist and that they really understand you and your relationship dynamics. For couples therapy, each partner should feel confident in the therapist. You can get a sense of the therapist during a complimentary phone session. LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT TO ASK DURING A COMPLIMENTARY CALL HERE:
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