MFT 6105 COUPLES' READINESS FOR TREATMENT week 2 (1)

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COUPLES' READINESS FOR TREATMENT MFT 6105 Couples and Sex Therapy - 2 Northcentral University Dr. Servino May 8, 2022

 Why do couples seek therapy?  What prevents couples from engaging in therapy?  Surveys: SRCQ & Marital Satisfaction Survey pros and cons  Informal assessment of couples background and readiness  Tips and Techniques  Scenario Review COUPLES THERAPY

The Why Peloquin et al. (2022) explains that there are many items that can have an impact on whether or not the relationship is healthy for each individual. Some items include but are not limited to:  Lack of trust  Suspicion of infidelity  Insufficient dialog  Relationship anxieties  Lack of sexual pleasure  Reluctance to provide physical touch and affection  Monetary difficulty COUPLES SEEKING THERAPY

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Ce Celenk & Van de Vijver (2013) suggest relationships in western cultures have influences surrounding relationship satisfaction, which include: • Character • Conversation ability • Dispute resolution • Economic agreement • Recreational activities • Sexual connection • Kids and parenthood • Relatives and companions • Sameness of role expectations • Religious beliefs COUPLES AND SATISFACTION

threap COUPLES REFRAIN Partner disagreement to attend Partner disagreement on need Lack of cultural respect misunderstanding Unwillingness to remain committed Fear of the unknown Fear of criticism Marie (2021) suggests some of the following cause couples to refrain from obtaining therapy: Available time

The Where THE STAGES OF RELATIONSHIP CHANGE QUESTIONNAIRE(SRCQ) Bradford (2012) details the stages of relationship change questionnaire (SRCQ) by stating it is an assessment meant to determine the place a couple or person in the couple is in to determine if those persons are willing to consider new ideas. Bradford (2012) suggests that the findings of this study indicated that per most documentation females are more union oriented and likely to be in the willingness to work on the relationship stage.

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MARITAL SATISFACTION INVENTORY – BRIEF FORM (MSI-R) Balderrama-Durbin et al. (2015) states the marital satisfaction inventory is a ten item relationship stress scale that was meant to check for signs of or lack there of "clinically significant" marital unhappiness, and "substantial" relationship damage. Balderrama-Durbin et al. (2015) note that in both partner study and therapeutic care, interpersonal connection suffering is a key component. Balderrama-Durbin (2015) continue that in the United States, around 40% to 50% of marriages end in divorce moreover, approximately one-third of married people report being in a troubled committed relationship.

The Good, Bad and Ugly PROs AND CONs Benefits of the SRCQ & MSI-R Problems with the SRCQ & MSI-R They are fairly short Can’t differentiate between those with issues or those who don’t know Self reporting there are concerns Help to identify concerns Participants can be dishonest Can determine appropriate Cost treatment Can provide information Training required Information gathered from both the SRCQ and MSI-R

• Interview • Observe Interactions • Discuss Problem • Use the Miracle Question • Collaboration with client and therapist • Allow for Autonomy INFORMAL ASSESSMENTS

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CHRIS AND FRED Challenges CHRIS • Feels forced into participating in therapy • Ambivalent about possible separation • Dishonesty • Takes no responsibility • Does not feel guilt • Differs in willingness to change FRED • Over talks Chris when detailing the concern • Perhaps controlling in the relationship • Could be withholding sex as a punishment • Highly emotional • Blame each other for their part causing the problem

Save the relationship or end it  Ask about what brings them to therapy  Ask about what they would like to get out of therapy  Start by discussing the problem with the relationship helping to focus on the relationship versus each individual  Discuss the strengths and abilities each possess to help change the problem  Assist the couple in looking at the now and possible future and what it looks like  Help to determine if either wants to separate or stay together  Help to create plans based on decision  Help the couple navigate remaining together or separating Now what?

 Balderrama-Durbin, C., Snyder, D. K., & Balsis, S. (2015). Tailoring of relationship distress using the Marital Satisfaction Survey – Brief Form. Couple and Family Psychology: Research and Practice, 4 (3), 127-135. https://dx.doi.org/10.1037/cfp0000042  Baucom, D. H., Epstein, N., Sayers, S. L., & Sher T. G. (1989). The role of cognitions in marital relationships: Definitional, methodological, and conceptual issues. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 57 (1), 31-38. https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-006X.57.1.31  Bradford, K. (2012) Assessing readiness for couple therapy: The stages of relationship change questionnaire. Journal of Marriage and Family Therapy, 38 (3), 486-501. https:// doi.org/10.1111/j.17520606.2010.00211.x REFERENCES

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 Celenk, O., & Van de Vijver, F. J. R. (2013). What makes couples happy? marital and life satisfaction among ethnic groups in the Netherlands. Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology, 44 (8), 1275–1293. https:// doi.org/10.1177/0022022113486003  Doherty, W. J., Harris S. M., Hall, E. L. & Hubbard A. K. (2021). How long do people wait before seeking couples therapy: A research note. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 47 (4), 882-890. https//doi.org/10.1111. jmft.12579  Emerson, A. J., Harris, S. M., & Ahmed, F .A. (2021). The impact of discernment counseling on individuals who decide to divorce: Experience of post-divorce communication and co-parenting. Journal of Marriage and Family Therapy, 47 (1), 36-51 . https:// doi.org10.1111/jmft.12463 REFERENCE S

 Lewis, T. F., & Osborn, C. J. (2004). Solution-focused counseling and motivational interviewing: a consideration of confluence. Journal of Counseling and Development , 82 (1), 38.  Gottman, J. M., Gottman, J. S., Cole, C., & Preciado, M. (2019). Gay, lesbian, and heterosexual couples about to begin couples therapy: An online relationship assessment of 40,681 couples. Journal of Marriage and Family Therapy, 46 (2), 218-239. https:// doi.org/10.1111/jmft.12395  Marie, S. (2021) What to do if your partner won’t consider therapy. Healthline. https :// www.healthline.com/health/relationships/partner-wont-consider-couples-therapy #Start-by-finding-out-why-they-dont-want-to-go REFERENCES

 Mallory, A. B. (2022). Dimensions of couples’ sexual communication, relationship satisfaction, and sexual satisfaction: A meta analysis. Journal of Family Psychology, 36 (3), 358-371. https://doi.org/10.1037fam0000946.supp  Parnell, K. J., Scheel, M. J., Davis, C. K., & Black, W.. W. (2018). An investigation of couples' help-seeking: A multiple case study. Contemporary Family Therapy, (40) , 110-117. https:// doi.org/10.1007/s10591-017-9427-9  Peloquin, A., Dutrisac, C., Jean, M., Benoit, Z., Brassard, A., Mondor, J., & Lussier, Y. (2022). Relational instability in couples seeking therapy: The contribution of attachment, caregiving, and sex. Journal of sex and marital therapy. https:// doi.org/10.1080/0092623X.2022.2060886  Stein, J. D. (2019). 30 Excuses for Why Guys Don’t Do Therapy. Men’s Health , 34 (10), 112–117. REFERENCES

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