Does Marriage Counseling Work? Posted on June 6, 2025, updated on June 6, 2025 by Gateway Counseling When your marriage feels stuck, painful, or even beyond repair, you might wonder if counseling is even worth it. Will it help, or just stir up more conflict? Does it actually change anything? This is a sacred and deeply personal question. And while no therapist can promise a perfect outcome, the answer for many couples… Read More
Top 100 Couples Therapy Questions By Topic Posted on January 5, 2022, updated on April 11, 2025 by Dr. John Hawkins, Sr. Attending couples therapy is an excellent way to resolve complex problems, fix communication issues, set relationship goals, and form a stronger bond. If you’re new to couples therapy, you may be wondering what kinds of couples therapy questions will be asked in a session or what questions you should ask your couples therapist. The couples… Read More
Dating After Divorce Posted on August 12, 2021, updated on April 11, 2025 by Gateway Counseling At any given time I have numerous clients who are exploring a potential relationship (dating) following a divorce. It is something I often work to assist my clients with but have never written about. Perhaps, this is due to the fact there is so much complexity related to the topic. Moreover, in the last decade… Read More
Top Ten Signs of a Healthy Relationship Posted on May 5, 2021, updated on April 11, 2025 by Gateway Counseling Being stuck in a codependent or unhealthy relationship that lacks trust and intimacy can affect almost every area of your life. When our relationships suffer, we suffer. That’s why it’s important to be aware of the key characteristics that build healthy relationships. Below are the top ten signs that your relationship is strong and thriving: … Read More
