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By Ross Hendrickson A couple once sat across from me during a counseling session and described something that had slowly been happening in their marriage. They weren’t fighting constantly, and they didn’t describe any major betrayal or dramatic crisis. In fact, from the outside their life looked stable. They both worked hard, took care of…
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By Ross Hendrickson A few years ago an engaged couple sat down in my office for their first premarital counseling session. They were excited, smiling, and clearly in love with each other. As we began talking about their relationship, I asked a simple question: “What conversations have you two had about your future together?” They…
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By Ross Hendrickson A couple once sat down in my office and began explaining a disagreement they had the night before. Within a few minutes it became clear that this was not a new conflict. They had argued about the same issue dozens of times before, and both of them already knew exactly how the…
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By Ross Hendrickson A few years ago, a couple sat across from me in my office after one of the hardest weeks of their lives. The affair had just been discovered, and the emotional shock was still very fresh. The husband looked overwhelmed with regret, while the wife sat quietly, trying to process the flood…
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By Ross Hendrickson Many couples consider therapy for months before scheduling their first appointment. And during that time they often imagine all sorts of scenarios about what will happen during the session. Some people picture a therapist quietly taking notes while the couple argues. Others imagine a therapist delivering a dramatic speech about everything the…
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By Ross Hendrickson This scenario happens all the time. One partner says: “I think we should talk to someone.” The other partner responds: “We don’t need therapy.” Or maybe: “I’m not the one with the problem.” If you’ve ever found yourself wanting to try marriage counseling in San Antonio while your spouse seems hesitant, you…
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By Ross Hendrickson It’s a question that many couples quietly type into Google late at night: “Can couples therapy actually save a marriage?” Usually that question appears after a long day when the house has finally gone quiet. The kids are asleep. The dishes are done. And one partner is sitting on the couch scrolling…