Discernment Counseling: A Therapeutic Guide

This guide is designed for individuals and couples participating in discernment counseling. Discernment counseling is a structured process that helps couples gain clarity and confidence about the future of their relationship, especially when one or both partners are uncertain about staying together.

The goal is not immediate problem-solving or reconciliation. Instead, the process focuses on: Understanding how the relationship reached its current state, Identifying each partner’s contributions to the relationship dynamics, Clarifying options moving forward, Increasing emotional awareness and communication, and Supporting thoughtful decision-making.