Importance Of Counseling Before Marriage

By Jeannie Chapman


In most places marriage is considered a rite of passage. This is why it is advisable to get into it knowing everything there is to know about this institution. Since marriage is a long time investment and not many people are experienced, except people who have been in previous marriages, it is recommendable to seek counseling. This gives you a rough idea on what to expect from your partner and how to live harmoniously. This also gives the couple several ways of solving conflicts or misunderstandings in an amicable way.

While relationship and premarital psychoanalysis is meant for every couple before marriage, some choose not to attend these sessions though there are particular cases where the couples have to see a counselor. A case where couples are of different faith believes they will need the help of a counselor to merge the difference and come up with a plan of how they will nurture their marriage.

Since marriage is a lifelong commitment, it is important to make sure you are getting married for all the right reasons. A marriage counselor takes you through the expectations and responsibilities of the couple. A marriage counselor also gives the couple advice on how to relate with other married couples and the in-laws. This is very vital because it is practically extending your family to accommodate a second set of parents and siblings.

There are cases of couples who have special life circumstances like long distance relationships, psychological disorders and medical concerns. It may be difficult to come to terms with these situations when married and be able to stay committed but with the help of a counselor couples understand the need to hold on and stay happy no matter how they may feel. Other special cases that have to seek psychoanalysis include people with drug abuse problems, self-esteem issues among others.

The most common types of psychoanalysis are premarital, therapy and specialized psychoanalysis. Premarital one can be categorized into two main groups: one which is based on the law and the other one on the faith of the couples. The faith-based one involves the role of religion in the marriage. Law-based psychoanalysis on the other hand deals with the family planning, communication, finances and legal requirements of marriage just to mention a few.

Therapy psychoanalysis on the other hand deals with various topics like substance abuse where couples could be having such problems and need help on how to support each other and stay clean. It also covers emotional problems which can be from past abuse. Medical concerns are also under this type of psychoanalysis.

Specialized psychoanalysis covers a wide range of topics like finances which handles every topic about money that may arise in marriage. Parenting is under this category and it guides couples on what to expect when they decide to start bearing children and raising them. Career counseling deals with matters concerning career path and how to work together to ensure each partner is fulfilled in their career and the relationship. Family counseling is concerned with couples who already have kids from past relationships.

Counseling has done a tremendous job in saving breaking marriages in the last few years, and even now, it cannot be overlooked. You can seek help from offices permitted to officiate marriages or church on how to undergo this program. At the end of the day, you will be equipped well to start the journey of marriage with a common goal.




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