Marriage Quest
Family Counselor in Cabot, VT
Each retreat is individually crafted to align with the objectives and distinct requirements of each couple. Numerous couples turn to us seeking guidance in navigating critical decisions about their marriages, often pinpointing specific aspects of their relationships they wish to enhance to rediscover happiness. Paradoxically, engaging in challenging conversations can often trigger profound healing within your marriage.We have identified four foundational pillars of relationships that prove highly effective in bolstering the connection and overall satisfaction of most couples. Nonetheless, we personalize the approach for each pair based on their aspirations, individual traits, and skillsets. In certain instances, it becomes evident that couples may no longer be compatible, prompting the consideration of separation as a potential avenue to future happiness.
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Considering Divorce
read moreWhen couples consider divorce, Marriage Quest offers a supportive environment to explore your relationship's successes and failures, enabling you to make informed decisions.Sexless Marriage
read moreSexless marriages often begin with emotional disconnection. To not only survive but thrive, discuss your desires and fantasies with your partner to enhance your relationship and conquer a sexless marriage.
Midlife Crisis & Marriage
read moreBetween ages 35 and 65, individuals grapple with significant questions about life's meaning and direction. Managing this life stage depends on your well-being, marital health, and community support. Navigating a midlife crisis presents unique challenges.
Communication Therapy
read moreWhen feeling unheard, misunderstood, or dismissed, your relationship faces challenges. Marriage Quest prioritizes foundational communication therapy to ensure both partners feel heard, understood, and respected. Conquering communication barriers is essential for a thriving relationship.
Infidelity Counseling & Emotional Affairs
read moreInfidelity, no matter the circumstances, is painful and erodes trust. Surprisingly, around 80% of couples who separate due to an affair later regret their decision. Living without closure and resolution is equally distressing. If you're considering infidelity counseling, you likely desire to repair and understand the root causes. Many couples at Marriage Quest seek counseling for affair recovery or to make decisions about their marriage post-affair.
Resentment In Marriage
read moreIn the context of a marriage, resentment typically accumulates gradually due to unresolved conflicts. Neglecting to find resolution for disputes, traumatic encounters, and other tense episodes in your relationship allows them to linger and worsen over time. Overcoming resentment can be a challenging endeavor because, after years of ongoing conflict or avoidance, these issues tend to interconnect with various other struggles within the relationship. A solitary event can often serve as a catalyst, awakening a cascade of associated memories and emotions, rendering the healing process a formidable undertaking.
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Sean McLaughlin
Jun 29, 2023
Informative, revealing experience. One of the best investments I've made in my entire life.
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Israel Helfand, PhD, LMFT, CST
read moreIsrael is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and has been a clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) since 1984. He is a Certified Sex Therapist with the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT). He was also certified as a Hypnotist, and a Senior Member of the Academy of Family Mediators with a specialty in Divorce Mediation.
Cathie Helfand, MS
read moreCathie Helfand, MS, is a Vermont Registered Psychotherapist who holds a Master's degree in Counseling and Human Resources, specializing in Marriage and Family Counseling. Additionally, she possesses a Bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies. Her proficiency in marriage therapy is informed by her comprehensive graduate education and practical experience in Relationship Enhancement Therapy.