2. Marriage is a very important institution and everyone
looks forward to be married and raising a family. Newly
wedded couples are extremely happy during the first
few months of marriage, but after some time their real
self begins to unfold and that is when they realize they
were not actually prepared to live together. This is why
counseling before marriage is necessary because it plays
a key role in ensuring that no matter the problems
which may arise, the partners will work through them
and stay committed to each other.
3. There are several types of counseling and counselors for
different stages of every relationship. Premarital
counseling is meant for couples that are looking forward
to tying the knot. Though it is not mandatory for couples
to attend this program, it is greatly recommended. In
cases where the couples have different religious beliefs,
the counselors come in handy in offering sound advice
on how to respect the beliefs of your partner while still
maintain the spark in the marriage.
4. Two very young people who have decided to get married
may not know the challenges of marriage. A counselor is
able to take them through what to expect when they are
married and their duties to ensure they are well
informed and prepared for the lifelong commitment.
There are special cases of couples or one partner who
has had an abusive past. A counselor is able to help
them get over past emotions and be able to trust and
rely on each other.
5. Counselors also come in handy in situations when the
relationship is a little different from the normal. In
relationships where one person has psychological
disorders or physical disabilities, the other person has to
learn to accommodate their partners and their needs.
This includes making sacrifices in their lifestyles and
learning to put the needs of the other party and the
marriage before theirs. It is also important for people
who have health issues. In cases where one of the
couple has a drug abuse problem, psychoanalysis is very
necessary.
6. There are different types of psychoanalysis available for
engaged couples. The first type is premarital
psychoanalysis which can be recommended by law or
the faith of the couples. The law requires couples to be
counseled on family planning, finances, communication,
legal requirements of marriage among others. The faith-based
psychoanalysis revolves around matters
concerning the role of religion in marriage, how they are
to relate to each other and God and the contribution of
church in the growth of their marriage.
7. 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.
8. There is also general psychoanalysis which covers almost
every aspect of life. Problems that may arise as a result
of reduced finances are also addressed under this type
of psychoanalysis. Parenting and family ones also fall
under this category.
9. Engaged couples can seek help from churches or offices
licensed to officiate marriage on how to get counseling.
They are required to attend a number of specified
sessions to finish their program. The most important
thing is that at the end of the sessions they are well
equipped to start the journey of marriage with a
common goal.