Your Questions About Couples Counseling

How does couples counseling work through insurance?

Does it just go through one insurance? Do you have to be married?

Is “couples counseling” a good idea?

My boyfriend and I have been together for a little under a year. And even though the good times outweigh the bad times by a long shot, the bad times are enough to make me want to do something about them.

When we get into an argument, it’s like we both put up this block that keeps us from understanding where the other person is coming from. You know, like when you were a kid and you used to stick your fingers in your ears and go “LA LA LA” while shaking your head. I’m not saying that either of us actually does that (LOL!), but what we do has the same basic effect.

So my question is, do you think couples counseling is a good idea? I’ve heard about it a lot recently and wondered if it was really the miracle people say it is.

Also, do they offer couples counseling for couples who aren’t married (i.e. gay couples)?
In response to 3595: I think a year-long relationship is well worth fighting for. I mean, if we weren’t compatible, would we have lasted this long? I don’t want to feel like a whole year of my life has been wasted, so I’m going to fight for us if I have to.

could couples counseling really help with unconditional acceptance and long term self esteem issues?

for my guy and my cat.

Couples counseling while he’s dating others?

I have been with my now ex boyfriend for years. We’ve known each other since childhood & we’re now both in our 30′s.

The last year, we’ve had a number of issues, all of which could likely be resolved through couples counseling. We’ve been broken up for 4 months, but we’ve stayed in touch & do see each other on occasion. He mentioned yesterday wanting to try counseling, but at the same time he’s dating other people & he will not stop until he sees where things go with us. I am not dating or talking to anyone at this time. Is it worth going through counseling if he’s dating other people? Will a therapist even want to take us on as clients if he’s doing this?