Couples therapy

Being in relationship with another person can offer great joy but also many challenges.
I have been working with couples since 2014, helping them achieve positive changes in their relationships.

I offer couples therapy for couples who want to stay together but find they have some challenges they would like to work on. Many couples describe their difficulties as a negative pattern that they find themselves in again and again. In order for couples therapy to be helpful, both people need to be willing to take a look at their own contributions to the difficulties. I am certified in the internationally acclaimed Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) developed by Dr. Sue Johnson. You can read more about EFT and check my certification at both of these sites: seft.no and iceeft.com.

I offer discernment counseling (DC) for couples where one – or both partners – are unsure about the future of the relationship. Is DC for you? You can check by seeing if one of the following statements fits your situation:

• I’m done with this relationship; it’s too late now even if my partner were to make major changes.
• I have mixed feelings about divorcing; sometimes I think it’s a good idea and sometimes I am not sure.
• I would consider reconciling if my partner got serious about making major changes.
• I don’t want a divorce like my partner is considering, and I would work hard to improve our relationship.

Discernment counseling gives each person a chance to sort through their own thoughts and feelings with the therapist, sharing their findings with their partner afterwards. The goal for DC is to come to an understanding about what has happened in the relationship to reach this point, and whether or not to end the relationship, continue as it is, or to try couples therapy to improve the relationship.

Discernment Counseling lasts for a maximum of 5 sessions. You can listen to the founder of Discernment Counseling Bill Doherty Ph.D. describe who can be helped with DC here.

In Samtalerommet it is important that my clients feel heard and respected. My job is to create a safe environment for all involved to express themselves. I am committed to treating all my clients with respect regardless of gender, age, sexuality, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or cultural background.

Therapy sessions may be conducted in English or Norwegian. Contact me here for an appointment. No referrals are necessary.