The Couples Therapist Couch 237: Transformative Couples Therapy (TCT) with Dr. David Mars
Apr 7, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Dr. David Mars, Director of the Transformative Couples Therapy Institute, shares his extensive experience in couples therapy. He critiques traditional methods, emphasizing the importance of compassion and emotional connection. Dr. Mars explains how childhood influences shape adult relationships and promotes open communication to overcome these patterns. He also highlights the role of meditation in therapy sessions and the transformative power of embracing one's inner child for healthier partnerships.
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Disturbing Traditional Therapy
- Dr. David Mars found traditional couples therapy disturbing and unhelpful.
- He felt it focused too much on negativity and complaints.
Focus on Desires
- Start couples therapy by focusing on what partners want in their relationship.
- Have them express their longings directly to each other, fostering collaboration.
TCT's Strengths-Based Approach
- Transformative Couples Therapy (TCT) helps couples build on strengths, not complaints.
- It emphasizes peace, drawing out love from the first session.