Couples Intensives
Research reveals that couples therapy is more effective when administered in intensive doses at the outset. It is for this reason, as well as others, that this method is offered by expert couples therapist, Dr. Barbara Winter. Working in 12-16 hours over 2-3 days is the equivalent to 3-4 moths of weekly therapy.
It is also for this reason that Dr. Winter strong recommends a 3-4 hour intake, a jumpstart, that essentially provides for the initial consultation, the individual assessment sessions and a working plan for couples who are local and opt for weekly couples therapy.
Pandemic Repair
The pandemic no doubt has placed a moratorium on in-person visits and hence has limited if not completely restricted the opportunity for in-office intensives. Further, given the 'learning curve', the process through which we, as individuals, couples and families, have navigated through this time, there are many left in despair. Lost jobs/wages/careers have created a crisis for many to reinvent themselves, hence changing the agreement within their relationship. Families under one roof have experienced increased conflict and loved ones far away have been missed.
An intensive can be an expedient and effective way to repair and transform your relationship to claim and reclaim the joy in yourself and your life.