Each of the remaining five
couples had to show off their interpretation
skills and perform different
dances to two renditions of the same song — one...
Each of the remaining five
couples had to show off their interpretation
skills and perform different
dances to two renditions of the same song — one «plugged» and one stripped down «unplugged» version.
There are several goals in
couples therapy: 1) understand how prior relationships provide the framework for how adults view self and partner in close relationships, and and how relationship patterns («the
dance») occur; 2) create a secure relationship where partners are emotionally available, genuinely involved and responsive in a sensitive and caring way; 3) establish trust and a sense of safety and comfort, especially during difficult times and distressing emotions («fight fair»), 4) change the
dance — learn constructive communication and conflict - management
skills so that partners respond to one another's needs and emotions with empathy, understanding and support, rather than with anger, rejection or withdrawal; 5) experience a secure relationship with the therapist, who models attunement, support, self control, patience and appropriate boundaries.
In addition to this,
couples get to know each other through a variety of assessment instruments, learn conflict resolution
skills, identify the marital «
dance» and develop greater empathy, leading to softening of hearts and the ability to reconnect at a deeper level.