{"id":13155,"date":"2024-08-01T18:15:46","date_gmt":"2024-08-01T16:15:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/?page_id=13155"},"modified":"2025-10-26T10:48:17","modified_gmt":"2025-10-26T09:48:17","slug":"marriage-counseling","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/en\/couples-therapy-couples-counseling\/marriage-counseling\/","title":{"rendered":"Marriage Counseling"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ca-hero-row\" style=\"--awb-border-sizes-top:0;--awb-border-color:#e8efef;--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:2%;--awb-background-image:linear-gradient(180deg, #ffffff 70%,#f5f8f8 100%);--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:calc( 100% + 0px ) !important;max-width:calc( 100% + 0px ) !important;margin-left: calc(-0px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-0px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-flex-start\" style=\"--awb-padding-bottom:8vh;--awb-bg-image:url(&#039;https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/line-blue.svg&#039;);--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:45%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:45%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column fusion-column-has-bg-image\" data-bg-url=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/line-blue.svg\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element\" style=\"text-align:center;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"579\" height=\"546\" alt=\"Kollage aus zwei Bildern - Ansicht Behandlungsraum und Gespr\u00e4chsituation\" title=\"odendahl-small-hero-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/odendahl-small-hero-image.png\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-3997\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/odendahl-small-hero-image-200x189.png 200w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/odendahl-small-hero-image-400x377.png 400w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/odendahl-small-hero-image.png 579w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 579px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:5vw;--awb-padding-right:5vw;--awb-padding-bottom:5vw;--awb-padding-left:110px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:55%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:0px;--awb-width-medium:55%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:0px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:0px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:0px;--awb-spacing-left-small:0px;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\" style=\"--awb-font-size:18px;--awb-line-height:27px;--awb-text-transform:uppercase;--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><p>Life as a couple is an art. An art that can be learned.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-bottom:30px;--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:38;line-height:1.16;\">Marriage Counseling<\/h1><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2 intro-black\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;\"><p>This realization has already found its way to many couples with marital problems in recent years, who as a result have set out in search of marriage counseling. The subject of marriage and, in particular, satisfaction within the relationship is now treated with the special attention it deserves. Our experienced female couples therapists will gladly accompany you on your way back to your satisfaction. Please feel free to contact us if you need more information.<\/p>\n<\/div><div style=\"text-align:left;\"><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat button-xlarge button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:35px;\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Contact us\" aria-label=\"Contact us\" href=\"\/en\/contact\/\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">Contact<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;\"><p>A fulfilled and happy marriage is no coincidence \u2013 it requires attention, understanding, and sometimes professional support. This is hardly surprising, as marriage is a central aspect of life that influences many areas. For most people, individual happiness is closely tied to having a fulfilling, loving, and stable relationship.<\/p>\n<p>But what factors hold a marriage together? Economic necessity and shared parenthood no longer play as binding a role today as they once did. Today, the connection between the two partners and their personal bond is often the primary tie that keeps a couple together.<\/p>\n<p>As a result, many people observe a clear pattern of relationship breakdowns in their surroundings. About one-third of all marriages end in divorce, and in large cities, nearly half do. This raises the question of why this happens. Equally important, however, is understanding what steps can be taken to foster a happy relationship and prevent separation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background fusion-parallax-none nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ca-cta-m-row\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:2%;--awb-margin-bottom:2%;--awb-background-color:var(--awb-color2);--awb-background-image:linear-gradient(180deg, rgba(249,249,251,0.9) 0%,rgba(249,249,251,0.9) 100%),url(https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/odendahl-hauptstelle-koeln-suedstadt-1-1.jpg);;--awb-background-size:cover;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:5px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:33.333333333333%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:5.76%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:5.76%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:right;--awb-font-size:18px;--awb-line-height:27px;--awb-text-transform:uppercase;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-text-font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;--awb-text-font-style:normal;--awb-text-font-weight:400;\"><p>Do you have questions about<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:right;--awb-font-size:36px;--awb-line-height:1.1;--awb-text-transform:none;--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top:5px;--awb-text-font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;--awb-text-font-style:normal;--awb-text-font-weight:400;\"><p>Marriage Counseling?<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:66.666666666667%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:2.88%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.88%;--awb-width-medium:66.666666666667%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:2.88%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:2.88%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;\"><p>If you have any questions, feel free to <strong><a href=\"tel:+4922193297588\">call us<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"mailto:info@mvz-odendahl-brinkmann.de\">send us an email<\/a><\/strong>. We will be happy to advise you in a free initial consultation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:3%;--awb-padding-bottom:3%;--awb-background-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color1);\"><p>Within marriage counseling, the key steps between counselor and couple are discussed and implemented in a solution-focused and present-oriented manner. During this process, various relevant questions are addressed, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What am I looking for in a relationship?<\/li>\n<li>How can I better understand my partner and work together efficiently on a solution in difficult situations?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our modern understanding of love includes attitudes, expectations, and needs that can place a strain on a lively and lasting relationship. This can make love and marriage seem like an irreconcilable contradiction. The goals of marriage counseling are to transform the couple\u2019s perspectives, attitudes, desires, and expectations, thereby also influencing their actual behavior. In this way, marriage counseling can help secure a marriage\u2019s stability and guide it toward renewed satisfaction.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:27;line-height:1.2;\">What do we expect in a marriage?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;\"><p>What many of us seek today \u2013 and often find difficult to achieve \u2013 namely a lively, passionate love and reliable stability, are not contradictions. They can coexist well and even complement each other. No marriage is doomed to fail. There is always a way forward and an opportunity to learn the art of marriage and take your marital happiness into your own hands.<\/p>\n<p>For example, this can be done with the help of the 10 \u201crules\u201d of the well-known marriage counselor and psychotherapist Hans Jellouschek, which outline how to successfully build and maintain a stable, happy relationship.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element\" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" title=\"beitragsbild-20\" src=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/beitragsbild-20.jpg\" alt class=\"img-responsive wp-image-9654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/beitragsbild-20-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/beitragsbild-20-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/beitragsbild-20-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/beitragsbild-20-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/beitragsbild-20-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/beitragsbild-20.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-8 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;\"><p>The first of these rules is to clearly define the relationship in the first place. Ask yourself who you are to each other! As research has shown, couples very often come together without having consciously considered what they actually are: a couple in love, a married couple, a pair of friends, or something else entirely? You may be familiar with the result of this lack of clarification: worries and doubts about the partnership and its significance begin to creep in.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-9 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:20px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-bottom:20px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-bg-color:rgba(55,187,202,0.1);--awb-bg-color-hover:rgba(55,187,202,0.1);--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;\"><p><em>Questions like &#8220;Does she\/he really want me?&#8221; or &#8220;Can I rely on her\/him in a serious situation?&#8221; come to the surface and leave one with an uneasy feeling. Even couples who are already married are not immune to this. Removing this uncertainty should therefore be the first step in working toward a satisfying partnership.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-10 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;\"><p>You may be wondering why creating commitment is so important for a functioning marriage and may even consider this step unnecessary. However, experienced marriage counselors know that love needs commitment in order to exist and grow. It is enough if this develops over time, and it is normal for it not to be present from the very beginning. However, if you wait too long and miss the moment to take the next step in the relationship, this could seriously threaten the relationship.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-11 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;\"><p>This phenomenon is particularly evident in so-called \u201ctrial marriages.\u201d This is a form of life in which people live together but do not define themselves as a married couple. This is a relatively modern social development that has its justification. Such an intermediate phase is, in a certain way, appropriate, useful, or even necessary for positive development \u2013 both individually and as a couple. However, it does not answer the question: \u201cAm I the most important or the only one for the other person?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Wanting to be the most important and only person in someone else\u2019s life reflects our natural and profound need for connection and closeness. In some cases, however, this need can be overshadowed by a fear of commitment. This fear is often the reason why one or both partners avoid taking the step toward commitment. As a result, the need on both sides is not met, and the question remains forever unanswered between the partners. It is clear that this burdens the relationship. Consequently, a situation arises that makes it impossible to build the foundation for a functioning relationship. And when this foundation is missing, further difficulties in coping are inevitable. Marriage counseling helps you rebuild this foundation for a happy partnership.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-6 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background fusion-parallax-none nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ca-cta-l-row\" style=\"--awb-background-position:center top;--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:60px;--awb-background-image:url(&quot;https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/kontakt-teaser-large.jpg&quot;);--awb-background-size:cover;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-12 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-flex-end\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:42%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:4.5714285714286%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:4.5714285714286%;--awb-width-medium:42%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.5714285714286%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.5714285714286%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-13 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-center\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:2vw;--awb-padding-bottom:2vw;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:58%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.3103448275862%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.3103448275862%;--awb-width-medium:58%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.3103448275862%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.3103448275862%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-13 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;--awb-font-size:18px;--awb-line-height:1.1;--awb-text-transform:none;--awb-margin-bottom:1vw;--awb-text-font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;--awb-text-font-style:normal;--awb-text-font-weight:400;\"><p>Do you have any questions about<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-14 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;--awb-font-size:50px;--awb-line-height:1.1;--awb-text-transform:none;--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-bottom:30px;--awb-text-font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;--awb-text-font-style:normal;--awb-text-font-weight:400;\"><p>Marriage Counseling?<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-15\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;\"><p>At Paartherapie Odendahl &amp; Brinkmann, you receive professional support from experienced couples therapists with various specializations in marriage and couples counseling. We help you develop new perspectives, clarify misunderstandings, and build a stronger connection with each other.<\/p>\n<p>With our experienced team, we can quickly connect you with a suitable contact person who addresses your concerns individually. Together, we find solutions to strengthen your partnership and make it fulfilling in the long term.<\/p>\n<\/div><div ><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-2 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Request marriage counseling via our contact form\" aria-label=\"Request marriage counseling via our contact form\" href=\"\/en\/contact\/\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">Request Now<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-7 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:3%;--awb-padding-bottom:3%;--awb-background-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-14 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:27;line-height:1.2;\">How does marriage counseling work?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-16\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color1);\"><p>The coaching sessions are conducted by one of our experienced couples therapists. A positive process is initiated: both spouses learn to understand why conflicts arise and how to resolve them in order to make a loving coexistence possible again.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Marriage counseling aims to provide knowledge \u2013 about various aspects<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Recognize entrenched communication patterns and learn how to break them in order to better avoid misunderstandings and disputes<\/li>\n<li>Get to know your own personality and that of your partner \u2013 and how it affects your behavior and your relationship<\/li>\n<li>What are the needs of the partner within the marriage and how can you better respond to them<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-8 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ca-count-list-row\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-15 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:27;line-height:1.2;\">Phases of Marriage Counseling<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-17\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;\"><p>A marriage or couples therapy consists of three phases: initial consultation, therapy, and evaluation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-16 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>1. Duration of therapy<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-18\"><p>Depending on the couple\u2019s issues, the duration of therapy varies, with approximately 5\u201310 sessions serving as a guideline.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-17 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>2. Initial Consultation<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-19\"><p>In the initial consultation, the couple and the marriage counselor get to know each other and gain a first impression of the existing marital issues. The goal is to identify shared objectives that should be achieved within the framework of the marriage counseling.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-18 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-7 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>3. Progress<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-20\"><p>During the actual marriage therapy, the couple meets regularly for sessions with the therapist. The focus is on addressing the couple\u2019s behavior and reactions and resolving acute conflicts.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-19 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-8 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>4. Conclusion<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-21\"><p>Once the couple and the marriage counselor consider the goals to have been achieved, the frequency of the meetings can be gradually reduced or ended altogether. At this point, it is worthwhile to reflect on valuable insights and the course of the marriage counseling.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-9 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-20 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-9 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:27;line-height:1.2;\">What to do if one partner is critical of marriage counseling?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-22\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;\"><p>It is not uncommon for one partner to reject marriage counseling or see no need for it. In this case, do not hesitate to come to us alone at first, as this allows you to present your perspective to the couples therapist.<\/p>\n<p>However, for long-term success in marriage counseling, the participation and cooperation of both partners are important. Therefore, your partner is encouraged to attend at least one completely non-binding session as a family member.<\/p>\n<p>During the dialogue with the therapist, the reasons for the partner\u2019s reluctance toward therapy can then be addressed gently \u2013 for example, fear of accusations or escalating arguments. This approach helps to reduce existing reservations, alleviate fears, and create a solid foundation for successful marriage or couples counseling.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-10 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-21 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:20px;--awb-padding-right:20px;--awb-padding-bottom:20px;--awb-padding-left:20px;--awb-bg-color:rgba(55,187,202,0.1);--awb-bg-color-hover:rgba(55,187,202,0.1);--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-23 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;\"><h2>What does marriage counseling cost at Paarberatung K\u00f6ln?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Cost of an initial 90-minute session: \u20ac170 (plus VAT)<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Cost of each additional 90-minute session: \u20ac190 (plus VAT)<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Recommended duration: determined individually, usually around 6 to 10 sessions<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-11 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-22 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-10 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:27;line-height:1.2;\">Our marriage and couples counselors<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-24\" style=\"--awb-content-alignment:left;\"><p>Our experienced marriage and couples counselors are happy to support you with your problems and crises and guide you on your way back to a fulfilling married life.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-builder-row-inner fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"--awb-flex-grow:0;--awb-flex-grow-medium:0;--awb-flex-grow-small:0;--awb-flex-shrink:0;--awb-flex-shrink-medium:0;--awb-flex-shrink-small:0;width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-0 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_4 1_4 fusion-flex-column fusion-column-inner-bg-wrapper\" style=\"--awb-inner-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:25%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:7.68%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:7.68%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><span class=\"fusion-column-inner-bg hover-type-none\"><a class=\"fusion-column-anchor\" href=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/en\/unser-team\/karen-zettelmeyer\/\"><span class=\"fusion-column-inner-bg-image\"><\/span><\/a><\/span><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element\" style=\"--awb-aspect-ratio: 100 \/ 130;--awb-object-position:12% 39%;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none has-aspect-ratio\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"737\" height=\"982\" title=\"Heilpraktikerin Karen Zettelmeyer\" src=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/heilpraktikerin-karen-zettelmeyer.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-8477 img-with-aspect-ratio\" data-parent-fit=\"cover\" data-parent-container=\".fusion-image-element\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/heilpraktikerin-karen-zettelmeyer-200x266.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/heilpraktikerin-karen-zettelmeyer-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/heilpraktikerin-karen-zettelmeyer-600x799.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/heilpraktikerin-karen-zettelmeyer.jpg 737w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-25\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:5px;--awb-margin-right:10px;--awb-margin-left:10px;\"><p><strong>Couples Therapist<\/strong><br><strong>Karen Zettelmeyer<\/strong><br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-1 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_4 1_4 fusion-flex-column fusion-column-inner-bg-wrapper\" style=\"--awb-inner-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:25%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:7.68%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:7.68%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><span class=\"fusion-column-inner-bg hover-type-none\"><a class=\"fusion-column-anchor\" href=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/en\/unser-team\/claudia-brinkmann\/\"><span class=\"fusion-column-inner-bg-image\"><\/span><\/a><\/span><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element\" style=\"--awb-aspect-ratio: 100 \/ 130;--awb-object-position:12% 39%;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-4 hover-type-none has-aspect-ratio\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"912\" height=\"1280\" title=\"M.Sc. Claudia Brinkmann\" src=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/m.sc_.-claudia-brinkmann-1.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-11984 img-with-aspect-ratio\" data-parent-fit=\"cover\" data-parent-container=\".fusion-image-element\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/m.sc_.-claudia-brinkmann-1-200x281.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/m.sc_.-claudia-brinkmann-1-400x561.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/m.sc_.-claudia-brinkmann-1-600x842.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/m.sc_.-claudia-brinkmann-1-800x1123.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/m.sc_.-claudia-brinkmann-1.jpg 912w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-26\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:5px;--awb-margin-right:10px;--awb-margin-left:10px;\"><p><strong>M.Sc. <\/strong><br><strong>Claudia Brinkmann<\/strong><br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-2 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_4 1_4 fusion-flex-column fusion-column-inner-bg-wrapper\" style=\"--awb-inner-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:25%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:7.68%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:7.68%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><span class=\"fusion-column-inner-bg hover-type-none\"><a class=\"fusion-column-anchor\" href=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/en\/unser-team\/ricarda-christine\/\"><span class=\"fusion-column-inner-bg-image\"><\/span><\/a><\/span><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element\" style=\"--awb-aspect-ratio: 100 \/ 130;--awb-object-position:12% 39%;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-5 hover-type-none has-aspect-ratio\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"737\" height=\"982\" title=\"Dipl. Psych. Ricarda Christine\" src=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/dipl.-psych.-ricarda-christine.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-8495 img-with-aspect-ratio\" data-parent-fit=\"cover\" data-parent-container=\".fusion-image-element\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/dipl.-psych.-ricarda-christine-200x266.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/dipl.-psych.-ricarda-christine-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/dipl.-psych.-ricarda-christine-600x799.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/dipl.-psych.-ricarda-christine.jpg 737w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-27\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:5px;--awb-margin-right:10px;--awb-margin-left:10px;\"><p><strong>Dipl. Psych. <\/strong><br><strong>Ricarda Christine<\/strong><br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column_inner fusion-builder-nested-column-3 fusion_builder_column_inner_1_4 1_4 fusion-flex-column fusion-column-inner-bg-wrapper\" style=\"--awb-inner-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:25%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:7.68%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:7.68%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><span class=\"fusion-column-inner-bg hover-type-none\"><a class=\"fusion-column-anchor\" href=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/en\/unser-team\/michaela-etscheid-garnitz\/\"><span class=\"fusion-column-inner-bg-image\"><\/span><\/a><\/span><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element\" style=\"--awb-aspect-ratio: 100 \/ 130;--awb-object-position:12% 39%;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-6 hover-type-none has-aspect-ratio\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"914\" height=\"1280\" title=\"Dipl&#8211;Soz. Arb. Michaela Etscheid-Garnitz\" src=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dipl-soz.-arb.-michaela-etscheid-garnitz.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-11311 img-with-aspect-ratio\" data-parent-fit=\"cover\" data-parent-container=\".fusion-image-element\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dipl-soz.-arb.-michaela-etscheid-garnitz-200x280.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dipl-soz.-arb.-michaela-etscheid-garnitz-400x560.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dipl-soz.-arb.-michaela-etscheid-garnitz-600x840.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dipl-soz.-arb.-michaela-etscheid-garnitz-800x1120.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.paartherapie-odendahl-koeln.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dipl-soz.-arb.-michaela-etscheid-garnitz.jpg 914w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-28\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:5px;--awb-margin-right:10px;--awb-margin-left:10px;\"><p><strong>Dipl. Social Worker<\/strong><br><strong>Michaela Etscheid-Garnitz<\/strong><br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-12 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling ca-count-list-row\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-23 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-11 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:27;line-height:1.2;\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-24 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-12 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>I want to try couples therapy. What can I do if my partner is skeptical?<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-29\"><p>From many years of experience, we can say that almost always one partner is skeptical and not enthusiastic about the idea of couples therapy. Often, uneasy feelings like fear or shame are the reason for this skepticism. Many people are afraid of blame, accusations, or uncomfortable situations. If your partner feels this way, you can start by coming to us alone. At a later stage, you can simply invite your partner to join you for a session. This allows for a gentle introduction to couples therapy. Concerns can be discussed and usually resolved within the framework of the counseling, and many couples have begun their journey to therapy exactly this way.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-13 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>What happens if we break up during therapy?<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-30\"><p>If a breakup occurs during therapy, we support you in handling this process respectfully and consensually. Additionally, we offer <a href=\"\/en\/separation-counseling\/\">separation counseling<\/a> to help you prepare for the next phase of life.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-14 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>Can our children be included in the therapy?<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-31\"><p>Of course, if needed, we can involve your children. Our <a href=\"\/en\/family-therapy\/\">family therapy<\/a> helps resolve conflicts within the family and promotes better togetherness.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-15 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>Can marriage counseling help if there have been affairs or breaches of trust?<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-32\"><p>Yes, counseling can help to understand the causes of the infidelity, to deal with the emotions, and to find out whether and how trust can be restored.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-16 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>How much time does marriage counseling take? Isn\u2019t it time-consuming?<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-33\"><p>In everyday family life, personal needs often take a back seat. However, marriage counseling does not require as much time as you might think. Simply by asking yourself the question, you are already aware of how much more time and energy it takes to live permanently in an unsatisfying relationship. Exhausting arguments drain energy and strength.<\/p>\n<p>Many couples have limited time. We can offer flexible time slots for <a href=\"\/en\/couples-therapy-couples-counseling\/marriage-counseling\/\">marriage counseling<\/a> sessions. These can take place, for example, in the late evening or on weekends. Consider an <a href=\"\/en\/couples-therapy-couples-counseling\/intensive-weekend-training-for-couples\/\">intensive weekend for couples<\/a>. Take time for yourselves as a couple \u2013 take a break. Focus on yourself and your partner. You may gain surprisingly new perspectives on your relationship, yourself, and your partner.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-25 fusion_builder_column_1_2 1_2 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:50%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:50%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.84%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.84%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-17 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>What happens in the first session?<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-34\"><p>In the initial session, you get to know your therapist and discuss your current situation as well as your goals. Together, we develop an individual therapy plan tailored to your needs.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-18 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>Is marriage counseling only intended for couples in acute crises?<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-35\"><p>No, it can also be used preventively to strengthen the relationship or to discuss challenges early on before they become serious problems.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-19 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>Can couples also participate if they are not sure whether they want to stay together?<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-36\"><p>Yes, counseling helps to gain clarity about the relationship \u2013 regardless of whether the goal is to improve the marriage or to have a respectful separation.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-20 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>Is marriage counseling also useful, if we have been married for many years already?<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-37\"><p>Yes, even after many years, new challenges can arise. Counseling can help break entrenched patterns and revive the relationship.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-21 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-paragraph ca-logo-icon-list\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><p class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left title-heading-tag fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Montserrat&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:1.1;\"><strong>Can marriage counseling also help with sexual problems?<\/strong><\/p><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-38\"><p>Yes, our therapists support you in openly addressing sexual topics and working together to develop solutions. 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