About
Experts agree - Couples should seek therapy long before they think they "need" to. Therapy should be an important part of your relationship - 75% of couples who attend marriage counseling believe they are "better off" after, and 65% report "significant improvement" in their relationship.
Half of all couples who have counseling maintain their improved relationship two years later. Therapy works to solve issues without blame by teaching you how to communicate, listen, and compromise.
Don't let anything hold you back! If you want to fix your relationship, but don't know how, we are here to help. Do you want to attend couples counseling but don't have the time - or the money? Then this course is for you!
Specially made for couples who want to strengthen and heal their relationship, this online course was written by our expert, Emma Abel, who holds a Masters Degree in Couples and Family Therapy and has studied under the famous Dr. Gottman. In this course you will gain all the tools needed to identify and solve issues within your relationship.
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Lessons
Module 1: Defining Relationships
- When to seek professional help
- What is a relationship and what is the point of being in one?
- What makes some relationships last and others fail?
- Identifying issues in your relationship
- Goals and outcomes: What do you want your relationship to be?
Module 2: Communication
- Compromise
- Empathy
- Reflective listening
- Other healthy communication techniques
- When does communication stop being effective?
Module 3: Working Together
- Building your friendship
- Maintaining fondness for one another
- The love languages
- Forgiveness and trust
- Accepting Influence
Module 4: Conflict Resolution
- Opening a dialogue
- The blame game - and how to avoid it
- Healthy conflict techniques
- Identifying and stopping harmful behaviors
Module 5: The Future
- Building towards a shared meaning
- Creating shared values
- Increasing intimacy
- Helping each other achieve life dreams
Module 6: Sexual Health
- What's 'normal' when it comes to sex?
- Opening a conversation about sex
- Setting limits in a relationship
- Trying new things together
Career
Who is this course for?
This course is for anyone who would like to see their relationship grow and flourish. All romantic relationships between partners of every orientation and type will benefit from the communication strategies and problem-solving contained in this helpful, sensitively approached, and thorough course.
How will it help me
This course will teach you what a good and healthy relationship is like and what changes you might need to make to achieve your “couples goals”. You will learn about common issues faced by couples, how to overcome those issues, and what steps to take to secure a future together. Our experts walk you through the various therapy methods to an understanding of the benefits of working to strengthen your relationship. You will gain the knowledge and skills you need to overcome obstacles and better communicate with your partner in an open and healthy way.
Certification
You will be required to complete each lesson in full, and answer exams at the end of each course module. If your pass rate exceeds 55% on each exam then you are eligible to access a certificate of achievement or other accreditation options to recognize your achievement.
Most of our courses will earn you credits through Continuing Education (CE) / Continuing Professional Development (CPD). CE/CPD points are accepted and recognized by professional member bodies and academic institutions across the US and internationally.
All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org) and the The International Association of Private Career Colleges (www.iapcc.org). When successfully completing a course, students can choose to purchase an ICOES certificate that recognizes the achievement, from this third-party institution.
Creator
Emma Abel
Expertise: Couples and Family Therapy
Emma Abel received her Masters of Education in Counseling and her Education Specialist degree in Couples and Family Therapy from the University of Florida in 2017. Since then, she has completed additional trainings through The Gottman Institute of Couples Counseling, including competency training in treating trauma and affairs in relationships. Ms. Abel is also certified in premarital therapy and has experience working as a private practitioner in the state of Florida. She is also a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
Relationship Goals for Couples 
7357 Students. ICOES Accredited. IAPCC and CPD Certified.
7357 Students.
ICOES Accredited.
IAPCC and CPD Certified.
About
Experts agree - Couples should seek therapy long before they think they "need" to. Therapy should be an important part of your relationship - 75% of couples who attend marriage counseling believe they are "better off" after, and 65% report "significant improvement" in their relationship.
Half of all couples who have counseling maintain their improved relationship two years later. Therapy works to solve issues without blame by teaching you how to communicate, listen, and compromise.
Don't let anything hold you back! If you want to fix your relationship, but don't know how, we are here to help. Do you want to attend couples counseling but don't have the time - or the money? Then this course is for you!
Specially made for couples who want to strengthen and heal their relationship, this online course was written by our expert, Emma Abel, who holds a Masters Degree in Couples and Family Therapy and has studied under the famous Dr. Gottman. In this course you will gain all the tools needed to identify and solve issues within your relationship.
Requirements
International Open Academy courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.
Lessons
Module 1: Defining Relationships
- When to seek professional help
- What is a relationship and what is the point of being in one?
- What makes some relationships last and others fail?
- Identifying issues in your relationship
- Goals and outcomes: What do you want your relationship to be?
Module 2: Communication
- Compromise
- Empathy
- Reflective listening
- Other healthy communication techniques
- When does communication stop being effective?
Module 3: Working Together
- Building your friendship
- Maintaining fondness for one another
- The love languages
- Forgiveness and trust
- Accepting Influence
Module 4: Conflict Resolution
- Opening a dialogue
- The blame game - and how to avoid it
- Healthy conflict techniques
- Identifying and stopping harmful behaviors
Module 5: The Future
- Building towards a shared meaning
- Creating shared values
- Increasing intimacy
- Helping each other achieve life dreams
Module 6: Sexual Health
- What's 'normal' when it comes to sex?
- Opening a conversation about sex
- Setting limits in a relationship
- Trying new things together
Career
Who is this course for?
This course is for anyone who would like to see their relationship grow and flourish. All romantic relationships between partners of every orientation and type will benefit from the communication strategies and problem-solving contained in this helpful, sensitively approached, and thorough course.
How will it help me
This course will teach you what a good and healthy relationship is like and what changes you might need to make to achieve your “couples goals”. You will learn about common issues faced by couples, how to overcome those issues, and what steps to take to secure a future together. Our experts walk you through the various therapy methods to an understanding of the benefits of working to strengthen your relationship. You will gain the knowledge and skills you need to overcome obstacles and better communicate with your partner in an open and healthy way.
Creator
Emma Abel
Expertise: Couples and Family Therapy
Emma Abel received her Masters of Education in Counseling and her Education Specialist degree in Couples and Family Therapy from the University of Florida in 2017. Since then, she has completed additional trainings through The Gottman Institute of Couples Counseling, including competency training in treating trauma and affairs in relationships. Ms. Abel is also certified in premarital therapy and has experience working as a private practitioner in the state of Florida. She is also a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.