Couples Counseling

  • Communication problems: frequent misunderstandings, poor listening, stonewalling, avoiding hard conversations

  • Conflict and arguing patterns: yelling, name-calling, escalating fights, recurring “same argument” cycles

  • Trust issues: suspicion, jealousy, broken promises, lack of transparency

  • Boundaries difficulties: overstepping, difficulty saying no, blurred personal space/time

  • Different needs for closeness/independence: one wants more contact or reassurance, the other values space

  • Intimacy challenges: emotional distance, mismatched desire, avoidance of vulnerability

  • Respect issues: contempt, dismissiveness, criticism, feeling “unheard” or undervalued

  • Control or power struggles: one partner makes unilateral decisions, discourages autonomy

  • Financial disagreements: spending vs saving values, debt, lack of alignment on goals

  • Parenting differences (if applicable): contrasting discipline styles, involvement in decision-making

  • Life-stage stress: grief, job changes, moving, health issues that strain coping and teamwork

  • Infidelity or repair after betrayal: trauma of the breach, rebuilding safety, accountability

  • Loss of shared meaning: drifting apart in activities, values, or long-term plans

  • Unhealthy coping within the relationship: using substances, emotional withdrawal, or threats to manage distress

  • Domestic violence / abuse dynamics: intimidation, coercion, physical harm, fear-based behavior

  • Trauma triggers in interactions: past trauma gets activated, leading to exaggerated reactions or shutdowns

  • Attachment-related patterns: fear of abandonment, clinging, or withdrawing when stressed

  • External influences: over-involvement of friends/family, competing loyalties, interference

LEARN

What is it good for?

Beliefs and values

Oftentimes, the beliefs and values people have stem from their childhood and past experiences, and when they don't align within the relationship, miscommunication can happen.

Together with a therapist, couples can work towards gaining a clear perspective into each others' beliefs and values.

Office Location
211 E. Washington
Marshfield Mo 65706
Contact Us

Marshfieldcounselingcenter@gmail.com

417-630-9295