"When Couples Therapy Fails: 5 Toxic Scenarios to Avoid"
Couples therapy may not be effective in certain toxic scenarios, such as when divorce is already considered, one partner has decided to split, there are irreconcilable lifestyle differences, unaddressed substance abuse or mental health issues, or in cases of abuse. Alternatives like discernment counseling, closure therapy, or individual counseling may be more appropriate. Resources like loveisrespect.org and the National Domestic Violence Hotline provide support for those in abusive relationships.