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Couple Therapy Psychotherapy General information

Couple therapy and psychotherapy pursue the purpose of acquiring new developmental perspectives, as well as opening up further opportunities, together with a person, a couple or a family system. The following annotations to the specific fields of work will give you an insight into the different options and my preferred style of working. If you have any further question, do not hesitate to contact me via phone (+41 (0) 61 261 50 17) or via e-mail.

Couple Therapy

Couple therapy:

Every couple brings an individual history with them. The “Heidelberg Model” uses solution-oriented techniques and works preferably with strengths and resources the couple already possesses. The model aims keeping the number of sessions low, yet being highly effective in the outcome. It proposes one session to clarify the therapeutic contract, afterwards it takes five sessions to work on the themes a couple wants to change. Sessions will last 80 minutes.

Sexual Counselling (with couples and single persons)

Fulfilling sexuality can be one of the strongest connections in a romantic long-term relationship. A lot of couples name sexuality to be a source of tenderness and lust which also can turn into the complete opposite. Dialogue and some specific exercises can help awaken and inspire the erotic encounter and difficulties can be vanquished.

Family Counselling

Conflicts and stressful situations in families, among siblings or between generations are part of everyday life. However it may be that parents reach their limit in the process of their children’s education. On the other hand, a lot of grown up “children” have difficulties in finding a satisfying way of communicating with their aging parents where illnesses and other circumstances can tarnish a mutual relationship.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How long does couple therapy usually take?

In general, a couple therapy or relationship counselling takes between three to twelve sessions. Usually, I would recommend you one session to find a common assignment, followed by five sessions working on your specific themes and constellations. These six sessions are proposed by the “Heidelberg Model of systemic couple therapy”. If asked for, further sessions with longer time intervals in between can be a helpful support of the therapy outcome.

Can you save our relationship?

What I can do is take on your assignment and work with you as a couple. It is important for the setting of the counselling, that a common assignment can be found by the couple. If you manage to do so – and I can even help you with this – your chances for a long-term improvement of the relationship and communicational enhancement are good. If there is no common assignment, couple therapy is unlikely to achieve satisfying results. If you find it difficult to phrase such an assignment, I would recommend a Couple Check-up, where you will get a diagnostic assessment of your relationship.

Is couple therapy covered by the insurance?

In most cases it is not. Insurances only cover treatments for mental diseases and couple therapy would have to be the most preferred treatment for the disease. Yet, if these two conditions are complied with, additional insurances will cover at least a part of the therapy. I can help you to figure out if in your specific situation coverage can be possible.

Couple therapy is often related to heterosexual relationships. Do you work with same-gender couples?

Sure!

We have a young relationship. Would you recommend counselling if the relationship is still new?

The earlier a couple asks for guidance – even in soft communication skills for example – the better will be the long-term chances for a fulfilling relationship. A lot of couples wait too long until they seek help. On the other hand, the early phase in a relationship can help you both find out, if you feel like you belong together – or not. A couple can dispose a lot of self-healing mechanisms, for which they do not need a third person.