02/9/12
Roses and chocolates may be tried and true Valentine’s Day offerings, but giving your partner a commitment to strengthen your relationship could be a much more lasting gift, says Suzanne Posner, LICSW, a May Institute counselor who specializes in couples’ issues.
“Evaluating a relationship can strengthen the bond between two people,” notes Posner, “and ‘the season of love’ is an excellent time to do this. Both newlyweds and those in their golden years can make Valentine’s Day a day of recommitment and rejuvenation.”
Some couples find that a mediator, such as a couples’ counselor, can be helpful in helping them improve their relationship. “An objective person can offer advice and assist in resolving conflict—helping the couple to re-ignite the flame in their relationship,” Posner explains. She urges couples to consider the following goals:
“Valentine’s Day isn’t just about sharing candy and flowers,” Posner explains. “It’s also about dedicating deep love to a lasting relationship.”
May Institute Counseling Centers in Walpole and West Roxbury offer caring, effective state-of-the-art emotional and psychological services to children, adolescents, and adults. The highly trained professionals at May Counseling Centers offer specialized clinical care for key emotional and behavioral concerns including: anxiety disorders, depression, eating disorders, relationship issues, women’s issues, and school and learning difficulties. For more information, contact May Institute at 800-778-7601, or at www.mayinstitute.org.
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