The Dr. John Delony Show Will My Wife’s Therapy Affect Our Marriage?
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Apr 24, 2024 Topics include supporting a spouse in EMDR therapy, navigating relationship dynamics, handling engagement challenges, financial planning for young couples, and prioritizing self-worth and values in relationships.
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Understanding EMDR Therapy
- EMDR therapy helps process past traumatic memories by shifting attention while re-experiencing them.
- Do not fear it; expect exhaustion and relief as your body metabolizes painful memories.
Support During Therapy
- Do not take your wife's therapy emotional responses personally; the process can be exhausting and triggering.
- Set weekly family check-ins to talk openly and ask how you can best support each other emotionally.
Set Boundaries During Healing
- Set clear boundaries upfront for behaviors that keep your relationship healthy during stressful therapy phases.
- Expect your relationship and intimacy to shift as healing processes change emotional dynamics.