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Lack of Communication in Marriage
Husband: 35-year-old Michael Thompson (corporate sales manager in manufacturing, works about 60 hours a week and often has late-night meetings with international clients). Wife: 32-year-old Emily Thompson (barista working three days a week at a café). Their first child is 3 years old. Five years into their marriage, miscommunication over household and childcare responsibilities has led to frequent arguments. After a friend recommended couples counseling, the wife suggested they visit a private counseling office together.
Clashing Parenting Styles
Husband: 38-year-old James Miller (software engineer). Wife: 36-year-old Laura Miller (former elementary-school teacher). Their 6-year-old son is in first grade. The couple married sharing an ideal of ‘fostering curiosity and learning with fun,’ but once school began their educational philosophies diverged sharply, leading to daily conflict. Concerned about the impact on their son, the wife proposed couples counseling, and they have come to a private office together.
Supporting a Partner with Panic Disorder
Husband: 42-year-old David Carter (account executive at an advertising agency, currently on reduced hours and fully remote). Wife: 39-year-old Susan Carter (part-time cafeteria staff at a public elementary school). Their children are a 9-year-old daughter in third grade and a 5-year-old preschool daughter. The husband developed panic disorder two years ago and lives with constant anxiety; the wife handles all housework and childcare in addition to caring for him. Learning about couples counseling, the husband proposed it to his wife, and they have come together to a private office.