Edge of the Couch Therapy Beyond Individual Work
Oct 22, 2025
A cross-Canada live tour and practice tools for therapists are announced. Licensing differences and ethical boundaries for relationship and family work are explored. Non-romantic dyads, inviting partners into individual sessions, and transitions between formats are discussed. Varieties of group work, community models, and the need for training and supervision when expanding offerings are highlighted.
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Shifting From Individual To Couple Work Alters Boundaries
- Transitioning from individual to couple therapy changes the therapeutic relationship and power dynamics.
- Both hosts warn it can muddy boundaries so require clear parameters and informed consent before shifting.
Name The Client To Guide Your Focus
- Clarify who the client is: individual, couple, or family, and let that guide your focus and interventions.
- Jordan Piquel frames couple work as supporting a collection of individuals rather than prioritizing the relationship above safety.
Many Couples Come As A Last-Ditch Effort
- Jordan and Allison recount seeing many couples who come as a last-ditch effort before separation.
- They often navigate complex endings and help couples aim for respectful transitions rather than only 'fixing' relationships.