Book a Free 20-minute couples therapy or marriage counseling call with Dr. Christopher J. in Massachusetts — take the first step toward healing and reconnection.
Dr. Christopher Joaquim (EdD, MEd, MS) is an accomplished Couples Therapy specialist and licensed mental health counselor with over 21 years of experience, practicing in Massachusetts, California, and Florida.
He offers compassionate guidance in marriage counseling and addresses a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, career-related problems, life transitions, career transitions, grief, school bullying, workplace bullying, crisis management, toxic organizational culture, and sports team culture.
Communication style, vocabulary used in communication, listening ability, and frequency of communication are all key areas that lead to communication breakdowns when neglected.
In therapy, attention will be given to all of these important parts of communication. Perception of communication is equally important, so understanding how communication is perceived and processed is an integral piece of the communication puzzle.
There are many types of trust issues. Most people think of affairs or emotional affairs as the main trust issues, but there are others that create significant fraying between partners.
Trust issues can develop due to disagreements in the management of finances. If one partner believes the other is not competent as a provider for the household (financially or in terms of managing the household), this creates distrust.
If one partner believes the other is not competent as a parent, then distrust grows in that area. There are other forms of breakdowns in trust as well. Therapy is a good place to build trust or to rebuild lost trust.
Most couples who seek therapy are trying to prevent divorce or prevent ending their relationship.
Therapy is a great place to identify problems, carefully define them, and create plans to address them. While success can never be guaranteed, many couples experience success, and those who don’t appreciate the peace of mind in knowing they did everything they could to improve their relationship.
Sometimes both members of a couple start out on similar paths, but as life moves along, each member might pursue very different goals.
Sometimes this is career related or related to a geographic area. Other times it might be related to family or family planning. When goals are in conflict, therapy can help you manage differences.
Sometimes jealousy interferes with relationships. This might result from past problems and trust issues or it might have to do with one member of the couple feeling inadequate. There can be other reasons as well, but overall, jealousy isn’t healthy in any relationship, and therapy is a place to address this.
Money. This is one of the biggest issues in relationships. Deciding how much money you need, and what you should spend money on is difficult enough as an individual, but it sometimes becomes exponentially complicated in a relationship. Therapy can help you and your partner identify common ground, and define how you collectively want to use your money.
A tough day at work, a stressful job, a stressful economy, a stressful political climate, parental stress…..you name it ; all stress can negatively impact relationships! Therapy is a safe space to process what stresses impact your relationship and how to manage them better.
Sometimes one member of a couple doesn’t feel like it is a partnership and feels insecure in the relationship, and maybe personally. These issues can be addressed in therapy.
Finding agreement when perspectives and views vary widely is difficult, especially in the confines of a relationship. Therapy helps to reconcile disagreement by assessing perspectives , views, and values. It helps to identify common areas and areas that require compromise from one or both members of the couple.
Do you feel unappreciated? Lack of appreciation undermines a healthy relationship. Therapy can help each member of a couple define what they appreciate about the relationship, and how to demonstrate and communicate that appreciation.
Parenting and children add layers of joy, stress, and an overall hecticness to relationships. Therapy is a space where you can find ways to add more balance to parenting.
Parenting and children add layers of joy, stress, and an overall hecticness to relationships. Therapy is a space where you can find ways to add more balance to parenting.
Couples Therapy is an investment in your relationship and happiness.
First, problems will be identified by each partner. Then, each partner’s vision of what a better relationship will look like is clearly defined.
Individual goals and collaborative couple goals will be discussed and established. Each week, practical steps will be outlined so there is focus and targeted effort.
Improving a relationship takes commitment, and marriage counseling can help both partners stay accountable for their role in creating a healthier bond.
We will explore motivating factors that propel you forward and address obstacles that might hold you back. Communication, trust, perspective-taking, self-esteem, self-efficacy, and shared values are all part of this transformative process.
If you’ve been searching for marriage counseling near me, you can expect a personalized process where each couple’s unique characteristics and needs guide the journey toward positive change.
With 21+ years of experience, Dr. Christopher Joaquim is a trusted therapist known for creating a safe, supportive space for adults, teens, couples, and families.
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Yes, maintaining a relationship demands much more effort than most people expect. Seeking professional sessions like couples therapy can help people remove the barriers preventing them from having a healthy & happy relationship.
The client receives a secure meeting link by email, and simply has to click on it. Virtual meetings are “face to face” with the help of a cell phone, laptop, or desktop with a camera. The therapy process is exactly the same virtually as it is in person. The content of the conversations, collaborative problem solving, strategy development, and therapeutic support is the same as if we were in the same “office” space. The only difference is that we are physically having that same meeting in different places versus in one space.
It might be difficult to “know” if you “need” therapy. I usually suggest people don’t get hung up on wondering if they “need” therapy. It is better to ask if therapy can benefit you. And, yes, it definitely can benefit you. Therapy provides a special space for you to work on self-improvement, fully dedicated to you.
Therapy is useful for managing stress, anxiety, or life challenges. It offers support and helps with personal growth. A consultation can help you decide if it's the right option.
Therapy can vary in time. Some people might benefit most from 3 meetings while others benefit more from meeting for many months or years.
Instructions on how to book an appointment or consultation. If you want to try couple therapy sessions or take counseling for your relationship-related issues, consult Dr. Christopher Joaquim with a few simple steps. Contact (781) 797-7002 or visit the website to book an appointment. Just by taking a simple step, you can improve your relationship. So, what are you waiting for? Book an appointment now.
Couple therapy aims to help partners enhance their relationship by working as a team to resolve misunderstandings and set healthy goals. Couples therapy can help you benefit from the following:
Clearly expressing emotions and expectations
Identifying the core problem behind a misunderstanding or conflict
Learn skills to improve communication Rejuvenating your bond
Defining action steps that improve your relationship