Marriage Counseling and
Couples Counseling

Marriage Counseling and
Couples Counseling

in Boerne, Texas

You know how everyone tells you that the beginning of your relationship was just a “honeymoon phase…”

Do you and your partner feel like you’re drifting apart? Does the “honeymoon phase” excitement seem like a distant memory? At Randel Porter Therapy in Boerne, Texas, we believe your relationship can thrive again with the right guidance and support, bringing back the joy and connection you once shared.

Understanding Relationship Challenges

Every couple brings together two unique experiences and perspectives, often called “baggage.” These differences can sometimes lead to conflicts and misunderstandings. While shared values are crucial, how our backgrounds interact can create tension if not managed properly.

The Importance of Communication

Communication is the cornerstone of any healthy relationship. When communication breaks down, misunderstandings and conflicts arise, leading to feelings of frustration and disconnection. At Randel Porter Therapy, we emphasize the development of effective communication skills. Learning to express your thoughts and feelings clearly and listen to your partner empathetically can transform the dynamic of your relationship.

Addressing Trust and Intimacy Issues

Trust and intimacy are fundamental to a strong partnership. When these elements are compromised, it can lead to feelings of insecurity and resentment. Our counseling sessions provide a safe space to address these issues head-on. By fostering open and honest dialogue, we help couples rebuild trust and rekindle the intimacy that forms the foundation of their relationship.

Breaking Free from Routine and Monotony

Routine and monotony can make a relationship feel stagnant. Over time, the excitement and spontaneity that once characterized your partnership can fade. At Randel Porter Therapy, we work with couples to inject new life into their relationship. Whether it’s through exploring new activities together or finding ways to break free from old patterns, we help you rediscover the joy of being together.

Managing External Influences

External influences, such as family dynamics or societal pressures, can significantly impact your relationship and create additional stress and conflict. Our therapy sessions help couples navigate these external pressures by setting healthy boundaries and focusing on their shared goals and values. By prioritizing your relationship, you can strengthen your bond and build a more resilient partnership.

Benefits of Our Counseling Services

At Randel Porter Therapy, our goal is to help you achieve:

  • Rekindled Connection: Rediscover the bond that brought you together.
  • Improved Communication: Learn to communicate more effectively and understand each other better.
  • Fewer Triggers: Manage emotional triggers that lead to conflicts.
  • Greater Understanding and Cooperation: Develop a deeper sense of mutual understanding and cooperation.
  • Renewed Joy and Optimism: Bring back the joy and optimism in your relationship.

A New Approach to Counseling

Traditional therapy often involves lengthy sessions of analyzing past issues without much progress. At Randel Porter Therapy, we use methods that quickly address the core issues in your relationship. Our approach provides practical tools and insights for immediate improvements.
What to Expect

Choosing Randel Porter Therapy means you will find a supportive and non-judgmental environment to explore your thoughts and feelings. Our sessions are:

  • Targeted: Focused on the root causes of your relationship challenges.
  • Practical: Offering actionable strategies to improve your daily interactions.
  • Effective: Many couples see significant improvements within a few sessions.

Personalized Counseling for Every Couple

Every relationship is unique, and so are the challenges it faces. That’s why we tailor our counseling approach to meet the specific needs of each couple. Whether you’re dealing with communication issues, trust problems, or external pressures, our therapy sessions address your concerns and help you find solutions that work for you.

Building a Future Together

We aim to help you and your partner build a future filled with love, respect, and mutual support. By focusing on the present and developing practical strategies for improvement, we empower couples to overcome their challenges and create lasting, fulfilling relationships. Our counseling services are not just about resolving conflicts but also about fostering growth and strengthening your bond for the long term.

Start Your Journey to a Better Relationship

You don’t have to face relationship challenges alone. At Randel Porter Therapy, we are committed to helping you and your partner achieve clarity, connection, and happiness. Contact us today to schedule your first session and start your journey toward a thriving and joyful relationship.

Let’s get your Boerne relationship back on track and working in the best way for you!

Call me and we can get started.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Marriage Counseling / Couples Counseling in Boerne, Texas

I utilize a cutting-edge, neuroscience-based approach intended to pinpoint and resolve difficult problems quickly, easily, and automatically. My Boerne clients are often astounded at the shifts and changes we can make in just a first session. This approach works equally well for anxiety treatment, depression therapy, PTSD and trauma treatment, and couples and marriage counseling.

I work with adults (18 and up), couples (married or not, opposite sex or same sex), families, and groups.

I do full 1 hour sessions. Depending on the issue to be resolved, a 1.5 to 2 hour session may be suggested. Many of my Boerne clients even request 1.5 hour or 2 hour sessions just to get more accomplished. You will see how we work at our first session and can then choose the length of subsequent sessions. Couples sessions always benefit from being at least 1.5 hours.

Our sessions are $300/hour. 1 – 2 sessions with me can easily replace months (or years) of traditional therapy. I have received scores of comments ffrom Boerne clients about the efficiency and ease of transformation they obtained.

Perhaps the best one: “I felt more of an improvement after even the initial 20-minute consultation with you then I did from all the therapists I’ve seen over the previous 20 years!”

No, I am not in-network with any insurance companies. However, there is one possible alternative if you would like to use your insurance: check with your provider to see if your coverage includes Out of Network (OON) benefits for mental health visits. If you have OON coverage, you would pay for the service at the time of your appointment, then I will provide you with a SuperBill which you will send to your provider to seek reimbursement directly from them.

Note: There is only ONE way to ensure that all topics and issues we discuss in a session stay 100% confidential and only between you and I, and that is self-pay with no insurance, which is the framework I use.

Please be advised when using insurance:

  1. all insurance companies require a mental disorder diagnosis
  2. they may request a copy of our session notes”
  3. they may decline your request for reimbursement
  4. they may dictate the number of sessions and the length of the sessions
  5. anyone who comes in contact with your personal health information in the chain of insurance processing has access to it; the exact opposite of confidentiality.

A mental disorder diagnosis will become a part of your permanent health record. It can work against you when attempting to get certain insurances, apply for certain licenses, or in your military or business career, as anyone who has a “legitimate” reason to access the medical database can view your records.

For these reasons, I have decided not to accept health insurance directly.

Yes! I see clients in Boerne and throughout all of Texas via teletherapy. Due to the way I work, video (and phone) sessions are every bit as effective as in-person sessions. Additionally, many people find them preferable due to ease of scheduling (no travel time) or where they are physically located.

Confidentiality is a large part of what makes counseling successful. For many people, it is the only safe, non-judgmental, and confidential place where they can feel completely at ease to talk about absolutely anything. Nothing that we talk about nor any identifying characteristics of you will ever be discussed outside of our meetings.

The consultation is a great way for me to learn what you’ve been experiencing so I can then know how I can be of benefit for you. If you are initially hesitant to reach out to a stranger for counseling, it is also a way for you to get more comfortable and familiar with me before we do a session.

I serve Boerne clients for Marriage Counseling / Couples Counseling on weekdays from 10 am – 6 pm. Other days and times are available by request with additional cost.

Please call, text, or email. If I am in session, please leave a message and I will return your phone call, text, or email the same day. If you are contacting me for an appointment, please let me know of a few days and times that would work for you.