Intercultural Couples Therapy

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Mixed couples with at least one partner of non-Dutch origin

All relationships are, to some extent, intercultural. This means that both partners come from different families with their own values, belief systems, internal cultures, and ways of doing things.

At Praktijk-Dinamo, both the differences and the similarities between partners are given attention.

A good intercultural love relationship, above all, offers the same things as any other happy relationship: safety, warmth, love, support, and protection. These are the fundamental conditions for every healthy relationship. Sometimes, these relationships may face challenges. This can be due to various factors, such as a lack of social support, loneliness, misunderstanding, cultural differences, mutual prejudices, family interference, norms, values, customs, grief, sadness, financial struggles, and family bonds. In therapy, we focus on restoring a safe connection and learning about each other’s emotional core needs, helping both partners meet those needs.

Attachment Needs

All people have the same attachment needs. These include: feeling loved, cherished, appreciated, supported, heard, and respected.

When a partnership fulfills these attachment needs, both partners can show the best version of themselves. Children then grow up in a loving and nurturing family environment, which helps them develop into healthy and securely attached adults. This holds true regardless of ethnicity, religion, culture, or tradition.

The fears related to attachment in relationships are also universal. These often revolve around the doubts we have: Do you care about me? Am I important to you? Will you be there for me when I feel vulnerable? Am I safe with you? Can I trust you with my feelings? Can I be myself with you?

Are you experiencing challenges in your relationship? Make an appointment here and experience how your relationship improves from the very first session.

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