Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in Carmi, Illinois IL
Relationship and Marriage Counseling
Alan Brandis, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist
Having worked with hundreds of couples over the last 40 years, I have developed a set of beliefs or ideas which, if adopted, help to ensure that a relationship will last. Here is a list of them.
1) Arguing helps nothing, so don't do it.
I like to say that I never met the person who started the fight! When two people argue, each of them believes that he or she is merely reacting to something the other one did or said. Neither one believes that they started the fight; but it started somehow, didn't it? 2) It is better to be close than it is to be “right.”
Blaming each other for the argument is counterproductive. So is trying to change the other person's opinion. Most couples who argue, argue about whose perception is "correct," whose way of doing something is the "right" way, and so on. The only possible outcome of these arguments is that someone will be "right" and someone will be "wrong." Do you know anyone who enjoys being wrong? Most people will fight tooth and nail to avoid being "wrong." 3) Commitment is the Foundation of the Therapy.Commitment implies that you are in the relationship "come Hell or high water," barring certain behaviors your partner might do such as having an affair (although I have seen a number of relationships recover from those, too).
34 Years Experience
Relationship and Marriage Counseling
Faye Williams
Therapist, Associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Sometimes it takes an outside and objective, bird's eye viewpoint to make the connections you need to stay connected- or not! Every relationship faces its own unique challenges. Whether you're experiencing communication breakdowns, conflicts over finances or parenting, or struggling with trust and intimacy issues, know that you don't have to navigate these challenges alone. I'm here to provide you and your partner with the support, guidance, and tools you need to rebuild trust, enhance communication, and cultivate a deeper, more fulfilling connection.
2 Years Experience
Relationship and Marriage Counseling
Dr. David Steinbok
Psychologist, M.S., Psy.D.
Dr. David Steinbok believes that change occurs within the individual, through insight and awareness. By utilizing the therapist as an accepting, non-judgmental participant, one can come to understand what keeps them from moving forward and achieving more satisfaction in their lives.
13 Years Experience
Relationship and Marriage Counseling
Roger Lin
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples.
11 Years Experience
Relationship and Marriage Counseling
Dr. Selma Stainback
Psychologist, PsyD
I want to help couples learn to bring the love, the affection, the spark back, get unstuck, communicate better, get back on track and thrive as a couple! I especially look forward to work with Twin Flames, reaching and staying in union!
17 Years Experience