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Is Couples Therapy a Bad Sign?

Whether you’re going through a rough patch, have a history of conflict, or just want to improve and deepen your connection, here are 7 truths to help you determine if couples therapy is a bad sign for you.

Can couples therapy help a toxic relationship? This couple demonstrates that it can, with their happy faces chatting away on a couples therapy couch.

Can Couples Therapy Help A Toxic Relationship?

Yes. In fact, according to A Review of the Research in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, the initial level of relationship distress has no impact on the likelihood of success.

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