Understand your relationship
Diagnostics and treatment
Before starting
Journal
Resources
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PracticeShared history
Experiences and turning points that have shaped the relationship.
Psychological assessment for couples
Understanding the complete relationship
A careful psychodiagnostic exploration of personal experiences, recurring patterns of behaviour and needs within the relationship.
Why psychodiagnostics?
Understanding first
Relationship difficulties are shaped by personal experiences, the dynamics between partners and the circumstances surrounding the relationship. Psychodiagnostic work explores these connections, with attention to needs, protective responses and the effects of behaviour.
The findings help establish treatment priorities. We consider recurring patterns, factors that hinder or support the relationship, and the conditions needed for safe, appropriate care.
What we explore
The whole relationship
The diagnostic process
From conversation to understanding
The shared perspective
We discuss the reasons for seeking help, each partner’s experience and the changes they hope for. We explore recurring interactions, moments of distance and what still sustains connection.
Individual experiences
Each partner has space to discuss personal experiences, concerns and needs. We explore how earlier experiences and current circumstances influence the relationship.
Further insight
Selected questionnaires provide additional information about relationship patterns, needs, safety and wellbeing. The findings are interpreted alongside conversations and clinical observations.
A coherent understanding
The conversations and questionnaire findings are brought together in a report. We discuss what sustains the difficulties, the strengths within the relationship and which treatment or support may be appropriate.
What you receive
Understanding and direction
Relationship report
A clear account of how experiences and patterns fit together.
Strengths and vulnerabilities
What supports the relationship and what places it under strain.
Treatment priorities
The concerns that need attention first.
Appropriate guidance
A next step suited to the concerns and circumstances.
Room for both
Together and individually
Joint conversations explore the interaction between partners. Individual conversations make room for personal experiences and concerns.
Careful feedback
Information is discussed in context. Findings and recommendations are explained clearly, with room for questions and further perspectives.
Practical information
Complete diagnostic process
Conversations and questionnaires
Joint and individual conversations plus carefully selected measures.
Interpretation and guidance
Clinical interpretation of the findings and a personal feedback session.
Complete diagnostic assessment
Conversations, questionnaires, scoring, interpretation and feedback are included.
Good to know
Common questions
Why begin with psychodiagnostics?
Diagnostic assessment is a necessary step before treatment. It clarifies the concerns bringing you here, relationship patterns, safety and suitability for treatment, allowing treatment priorities to be established with care.
Can relationship therapy begin individually?
The no-obligation introduction can take place individually or together. Relationship therapy is generally attended by both partners, as treatment focuses on the dynamics within the relationship. Exceptions are made only when there is a clear clinical reason.
Are questionnaire scores diagnoses?
Questionnaires provide additional information and do not, on their own, establish a diagnosis. If the findings indicate a need for further diagnostic assessment, we discuss the appropriate next step and which suitably qualified specialist is needed.
What can we expect from the process?
The process includes joint and individual conversations, questionnaires and feedback. Both perspectives receive attention. Findings are considered together and translated into practical guidance.
What follows the diagnostic process?
We discuss the findings and recommendations. If psychotherapy is appropriate, we explain how it addresses the treatment priorities. If other care is needed, we discuss this together.
How should we prepare?
There is no need to prepare a detailed account beforehand. Through joint and individual conversations, the clinician explores the relevant experiences and patterns.
Is a joint diagnostic process always suitable?
Privacy, voluntary participation, emotional and physical safety, and any urgent care needs are assessed first. If working together is not sufficiently safe or appropriate, we discuss other options.