
	All relationships could benefit from a "tune-up" every so often. Dr. Dan Trathen and his associates offer assessment services to first discover a couple's strengths and growth areas before tailor-making a coaching plan. Each plan requires the couple to do reading and homework assignments designed to assist them in their growth areas. Dr. Dan Trathen and his associates also offer a one day coaching session for couples who want to have a safer, more rewarding relationship.
	*A Day of Coaching and Skill Building for Couples* This one-day session is offered to couples on a scheduled weekday or Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Most sessions are held in our Parker, Colorado office. To register for a session, call our office at 303-593-0575. Danger Signs in Marriage There are many patterns that Scripture and research would suggest are harmful for relationships. We will focus on four key Danger Signs as a way to summarize these destructive patterns of communication and conflict management. Oneness: A Basic Biblical Theme There are many key themes and principles embodied in what we will be learning in this session. The central Biblical theme of marriage is "Oneness". This happens when two people enter marriage with separate identities, but in addition form a new identity as a couple or a team in oneness. The Speaker/Listener Technique With this skill, we will share simple rules to guide you for the important or difficult talks. This skill is not complicated, but just a simple way to make good communication happen when you really need it. Six New Rules for a New Relationship "If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone." (Romans 12:18). Solving Problems and Disagreements There are many ways to try to solve problems and come to agreements. This is one key that many couples have found helpful in protecting their marriage and assisting them in making a good relationship better. Understanding the Hidden Issues in Relationships Learning to separate the events of everyday living from the issues and deeper and more powerful hidden issues in relationships is an important skill in understanding each other and resolving recurring problem areas. *More Services for Couples* In addition to the session described above, couples can benefit from individual coaching and personality assessment tests. These will help each member of the couple better understand themselves and their relationship style. Couples contemplating marriage can also benefit from Dr. Dan Trathen's *Christian Pre-Marital Manual* and associated Pre-Marital Coaching program. Click here to return to the Coaching overview.



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