It’s common for couples to hit rough patches in their relationship. Military OneSource can help you and your partner work through these with free resources and support.
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Access to free, confidential counseling is available
Individual counseling can provide helpful insights and help you communicate more effectively with your partner. You can access free, confidential, non-medical counseling services — for you or you and your partner together — through Military OneSource or via the Military and Family Life Counseling Program.
Military OneSource non-medical counselors are available online, on the phone and in person, and MFLCs are available at your installation.
Non-medical Counseling
Access free and confidential non-medical counseling.
Help with relationship challenges and strengthening your bond as a couple
Relationships require care and maintenance. Tap into these tools and resources to keep yours running smoothly.
Many resources are available to help you and your partner work through your relationship challenges and strengthen your bond.
OurRelationship
Work through relationship challenges together or separately, with or without a coach through this flexible, evidence-based online tool.
Building Healthy Relationships
This specialty consultation offers several tracks specifically for military couples, including communication refreshers, reconnecting after deployment, and strengthening the couple connection.
Love Every Day
This personalized text message program can help you and your partner practice good communication while fostering a renewed sense of connection.
ARTICLES TO HELP WITH RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGES AND TO STRENGTHEN YOUR BOND AS A COUPLE
- How to Successfully Communicate as a Couple
- Tips for Keeping Your Relationship Strong and Healthy
- Rekindle, Repair or Reset Your Relationship
- Common Relationship Challenges
- Relationship Tips: Four Common Pitfalls and How to Tackle Them
- What To Do When You Feel Disconnected From Your Partner
- Understanding Jealousy, Preserving Trust
Practice self-care
Emotional and physical wellness are important components of healthy relationships. Life’s demands can get in the way of practicing good self-care, however. Fortunately resources are available to help you focus on your well-being so you can be a more present in all of your relationships.
BENEFITS & MILITARY ONESOURCE SERVICES TO PRACTICE SELF-CAREEvery relationship has its strengths and weaknesses; however, some relationships are healthier than others. If you have concerns about your relationship, learn how to recognize unhealthy relationship behaviors and where to go for help.
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