Couples Counseling

Married for 38 years and a father of two, Norman knows from his own life experiences that relationships require effort, work, and sometimes behavioral change, and don’t forget emotional regulation. Through his many years of youth ministry Norman has found that each individual person is a product of their upbringing and past. This is defined by the experiences and people who have influenced and affected them as individuals. When a couple begins a relationship they unite their past experiences, good or not so good, intending to avoid complications from the past. Norman’s certifications include Trauma and addiction, having worked with teens and adults struggling with substance abuse and related addictions.

Norman helps the couple to carefully explore their relationship, how it started, what has helped it in the past and what has harmed it. Goals include becoming focused on serving each other and becoming a refuge for each other. Norman utilizes communication training, conflict resolution, and helps the couple identify ways to grow into a healthy relationship. To customize the approach for each couple Norman incorporates concepts from the Family Systems therapy and Emotion Focused Therapy. Certified with Prepare Enrich, a workbook is also available which helps the couple focus on relationship skills, financial management, and parenting.