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The following links are resources we believe may help you on your journey to a healthier relationship.

Disclaimer: These links are provided for informational and educational purposes only and do not imply endorsement of the content, services, or views expressed on those external websites.

15 Best Apps for Couples to Improve Relationships

Relationships require effort and a lot of work from both partners. The work doesn’t end after asking out someone on a date, or after saying “I do.” That is actually when the real work begins.

Visit This Site: https://www.marriage.com/advice/relationship/apps-for-couples/

Myers Briggs Self Assessment

In the Myers Briggs descriptions you’ll learn what really drives, inspires, and worries different personality types, helping you build more meaningful relationships.

Visit this Site: https://www.16personalities.com/

International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy

Learn more about Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). ICEEFT serves as a centre of excellence for the promotion of secure, resilient individuals and successful relationships between partners and within families.

Visit This Site: https://iceeft.com/

 

The Enhanced Gottman Relationship Checkup

This clinical tool consists of 337 questions about friendship, intimacy, how well you know your partner, how you manage emotions and conflict, how you share your values and goals, and what gives meaning to your lives. There are additional questions about parenting, housework, finances, trust, and individual areas of concern. The questionnaire is completely confidential, fully HIPAA compliant, and your therapist will be the only person to see your responses.

Visit this Site: https://www.gottmanconnect.com/checkup/couples

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  • No. We do not currently have a sliding fee scale. However, we are looking into incorporating a sliding fee scale in the future.

  • Services last as long as you and your provider agree they are necessary. However, MFW holds the belief that individuals do not need to be in therapy for years when evidenced based tx modalities are used. We provide cost-effective, short-term, and results-oriented services using evidenced based treatment. You can expect to be in therapy on average between 8-12 weeks.

  • Sessions are scheduled on a weekly basis. But may be tailored to your schedule. Research shows therapy is most effective with more frequent sessions and sufficient follow up care for maintenance of gains made during treatment. As you approach the “ending phase” of treatment and your goals are being reached, sessions will begin to be tapered off and entered into maintenance sessions as needed.

  • To get started, go to https://marriagefamilyworks.clientsecure.me. To schedule an appointment. You may also download the simple practice app. In the app, search for Jerome Ford and schedule an appointment. You may also e-mail MFW at Admin@marriagefamilyworks.com or call at 757-244-9190 to schedule a free phone consultation.

  • Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs) are mental health professionals trained in psychotherapy and family systems, and licensed to diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders within the context of marriage, couples and family systems. MFTs treat a wide range of serious clinical problems including: depression, marital problems, anxiety, individual psychological problems and child-parent problems.

  • MFTs have graduate training (Master’s or Doctoral degree) in Marriage and Family Therapy and at least two years of clinical experience. Marriage and Family Therapy is recognized as a “core” mental health profession, along with Psychiatry, Psychology, Social Work and Psychiatric Nursing.

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