South Asian Couples Need Culturally Competent Counseling—Here's Why

Amala Counseling 10/16/24 Amala Counseling 10/16/24

South Asian Couples Need Culturally Competent Counseling—Here's Why

The challenges South Asian couples face and the significance of culturally competent counseling in helping them build healthy marriages and partnerships.

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Emotional safety is non-negotiable for a thriving relationship. 💕

Let's take a look at how the nervous system is involved and ways couples therapists help partners who struggle with it.

Supportive close relationships are fantastic for your health! 💪❤️

Let's see how the two are related.

Emotional attunement is a game changer in couples work. 💕

Let's breakdown how to be more attuned with your partner.

Couples with neurodivergent kids face additional challenges in maintaining their connection.❤️

Let's take a look at some stats—so you know what factors play a role in your partnership.

Attachment work in couples therapy helps you heal past wounds and build deeper connections. 💕

Here’s a glimpse into the work we do—so you know what to expect.

Your partners defensiveness can be tough to receive. 😓

Let's explore some ways to respond—so you can connect during heated moments.

Defense mechanisms can introduce unnecessary hurt into our relationships💔

Let's take a look at how they show up—so you can recognize them.

Psychodynamic couples counseling helps you get unstuck and move forward💕

Here's a snapshot of the work we
do—so you know what to expect.

Disorganized attachment style in one or both partners threatens intimacy and bonding. 😓

Let's take a look at how it shows up—so you can recognize it.

Avoidant attachment style is common, but the need for space can complicate interactions.

Here's what this attachment style looks like—so you can recognize it in yourself or others.

Understanding one's attachment style is crucial for cultivating healthier relationships. ❤️

Let's take a look at some ways that anxious attachment shows up in relationships—of all types.

Building a secure attachment is key for a thriving relationship 💑

Let's explore the signs that indicate you and your partner share a secure bond.

Everyone should know what the different attachment styles look like. ❤️

Here is a snapshot of the various ways we can experience connection, so you can get a sense of yours.

Relationship narratives are powerful. ❤️

Here are 5 ways they shape your experience in love—and your connection with your partner.

Practicing love is everything. 💕

This bell hooks quote underlines that we need to show love through real consistency—because being there is what matters most.

How do you practice love?

Partner resistance to therapy can be frustrating. 😓

Here are 5 ways you can approach your partner, to help them see the value of seeking counseling. (That’s what true partnership looks like.)

Some partners REALLY resist therapy.

Here are some reasons why they might be avoiding counselling—so you know what to look for.

Nobody's an island, and this quote reminds us to be mindful of the self's needs and the need for connection.

Tell us: how do you balance between alone time and community?

Hi! We’re starting to share some of our ideas around clinical counselling—and what better way to start than with relationship habits. 😇

These are some of the biggest factors we see in our practice, but what shapes your relationship hab