Catholic Marriage Counseling Calabasas, CA
Bill Moran's Catholic marriage counseling in Calabasas seeks to help couples restore what they once had. Let's face it; most couples spend a fortune of time and money on the wedding day, but often give little thought to the future, believing life will be perfect. In reality, all couples face struggles throughout marriage; it is inevitable. The challenge is not having problems, but how to resolve them successfully. Faith-based marriage counseling offers a unique approach that acknowledges the spiritual aspect of marriage and supports couples in building enduring relationships.
For couples preparing to get married, pre-marriage counseling provides guidance and tools to establish a strong foundation for a lifelong partnership.
Catholic Marriage and Therapist View
The Catholic perspective on marriage is a sacramental bond that reflects the trinitarian love between the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. As Bishop Fulton notes in Three to Get Married:
"Once the spirit of Divine Love enters marriage as it does at the altar, there is no magic faith introduced that the partner is absolutely perfect. But there is introduced the idea that the partner has been given by God until death and therefore is worthy of love for Christ's sake always."
With this in mind, the Catholic idea of complementarity is essential. Pope St. John Paul II wrote extensively about marital unions, emphasizing that complementarity between men and women extends not only to physical aspects but also to social, political, and economic relationships. Psychology also recognizes complementarity, where individuals are attracted to partners with complementary traits.
This perspective contrasts with many modern ideas emphasizing equality in every trait. The Bohns' 2013 study found that "complementary self-regulatory orientations predicted greater relationship well-being specifically for couples with higher goal congruence." Relationship counseling and coaching in Calabasas builds on this principle to help couples work together effectively.
It's Never Too Late for Marriage Counseling
Many couples experience problems long before seeking help. Minor issues left unaddressed can escalate during stressful times. Suppressing feelings rather than addressing them can make challenges harder to manage. This is why seeking marriage counseling in Calabasas early is often more effective. Additionally, counseling services are available for individuals who require support with personal challenges that may affect their relationships.
How Our Calabasas Catholic Marriage Counseling Helps
I draw on contemporary psychology, the latest research, practical wisdom from married couples, and the teachings of the Catholic Church to provide a solid foundation for a successful marriage. In the Catholic view, the two become one. Unfortunately, many couples never fully realize this unity. The top benefits of faith-based marriage counseling are:
- Recognizes the spiritual union
- Views marriage as permanent
- Helps spouses learn to make sacrifices
Depending on the nature of the problem and each individual’s needs, couples may address issues together or individually. Individual support is also available through individual therapy for anxiety and depression in Calabasas.
Reference
Bohns, V. K., Lucas, G. M., Molden, D. C., Finkel, E. J., Coolsen, M. K., Kumashiro, M., . . . Higgins, E. T. (2013). Opposites fit: Regulatory focus complementarity and relationship well-being. Social Cognition, 31(1), 1-14. doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.1521/soco.2013.31.1.1