Case Study - Individual Relationship Therapy

Client:

Olivia (31)

Issue:

Olivia is unsure whether she wants to remain in her current relationship. Though she has been with her partner for five years and she isn't deeply unhappy in the relationship, she feels like there is something missing. Olivia is feeling increasingly troubled, and wanted to talk through her feelings and concerns with someone objective.

How R&L helped:

The R&L counsellor explored a number of key aspects of the relationship with Olivia. This included the healthy and unhealthy parts of the relationship, what she valued as a person and how that fitted with her current partner, and what conflict and communication looked like for the couple. The counselor also helped Olivia weigh her long-term life goals and hopes, and how they were placed within this present relationship. Finally, Olivia's hopes for what she wanted in a romantic relationship and a partner were considered.

At the end of counselling, Olivia felt like she had greater clarity on the strengths and weaknesses of her relationship, and whether she wanted to remain in the relationship or not. Olivia deeply appreciated the guidance and support she received from R&L.