Marriage Counseling Grand Rapids, MI
Build a Strong and Healthy Marriage
Couples and Marriage Therapy - Premarital Counseling
We go into marriage for love. But without the right tools, our marriages can become a source of…
Disappointment
Despite our best intentions, it is natural to disappoint one another. But the small let downs become devastating disappointment when the emotional hurt over the years adds up. On top of this, most of us were not taught how to communicate our emotion of disappointment, which leads to emotional congestion in the relationship.
Disconnection
Do you ever feel like you and your partner are ships passing in the night- like you two are living two completely separate lives in the same home? Some disconnection is normal, but complete disconnection can lead to feelings of sadness, resentment and loneliness in the relationship.
Dissatisfaction
Many of us struggle with feelings of dissatisfaction in our marriage- from how we communicate, to the daily chores, to our desires in the bedroom. Overtime, we grow frustrated with feelings of dissatisfaction, and we end up taking out our resentments on each other.
The Tools to Transform Your Marriage
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Establish Emotional Safety
In couples therapy, we heal old wounds that are holding you back from feeling emotionally safe with each other, and by extension, holding you back from your most loving version of your marriage.
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Restore Playfulness
Bring back the times were you and your partner could just talk, laugh, and be together. Playfulness is a significant protective factor in a healthy marriage.
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Communication for Love
Learn communication skills- not to rehash the past- but to see and be seen. To understand you and your partner’s emotional lives to facilitate deeper, more profound love in your relationship.
Having the same fight over and over is frustrating and overwhelming.
You need to find a couples therapist who can help support you in stopping a bad fight in its tracks, and provide practical tools to get to the root of the hurt, instead of dancing on the surface of the issues.
Meet Your Therapist
Hi! I’m Katie VanderWeide, LMSW.
I am a dog mom, wife, and licensed couples therapist based in Kalamazoo, Michigan. I have four years of clinical experience with couples, as well as training in the Gottman Method for couples, and EFT (emotionally focused therapy) for couples.
Together, we will equip you and your partner with the tools necessary to cultivate a happy, healthy relationship for years and years to come.
Next Steps
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1. Book Your FREE Consultation Call
Click the link below to fill out a form to get on my schedule! I have immediate openings
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2. Gain clarity and confidence
In the call, feel free to ask me any and all questions about therapy, healing, and anything in between!
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3. Schedule Your First Session
The first step to renewed self-love, confidence and peace
Having a thriving, connected relationship is possible.
In order to get the results you need, you need effective communication and emotional intimacy. The problem is relationship conflicts often feel overwhelming, which makes you feel disconnected and frustrated. We believe every couple deserves a fulfilling partnership. We understand the challenges of maintaining a strong bond, which is why we offer evidence-based couples therapy using the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Here's how we do it:
Assess your relationship's strengths and areas for growth
Teach you practical tools to improve communication and manage conflicts
Guide you in deepening your emotional connection
So, schedule your free consultation today. And in the meantime, download our free guide on "5 Ways to Reconnect with Your Partner." So you can stop feeling stuck in negative patterns and instead build a stronger, more satisfying relationship
We start by identifying the root causes of your anxiety and provide tailored strategies that work for you.
Online Therapy
Online Therapy
I offer online therapy for Michigan residents. In our initial consultation, we will explore the reasons why you are seeking therapy, my personalized recommendations, and any questions you and I may have for each other.
It is important to me that you to feel confident and excited about working together. Too many of us have had negative experiences with therapists. The purpose of this consultation is to give you the confidence that working together is going to be a good choice for you and your unique set of needs and goals.