“Every time we visit family, it turns into an argument.”
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many couples find that navigating relationships with in-laws and extended family can bring unexpected tension — even in otherwise strong partnerships.
At Ascension Counseling, we help couples and individuals learn how to set healthy, loving boundaries with family while protecting their peace, privacy, and relationship.
Why Family Boundaries Matter
Family can be a source of love and support — but also stress, guilt, or conflict. Whether it’s differing parenting styles, cultural expectations, or constant opinions from relatives, blurred boundaries can leave couples feeling frustrated and divided.
Healthy boundaries don’t mean shutting family out. They mean creating respectful limits that protect your emotional wellbeing and your partnership.
How Counseling Can Help
In Counseling for In-Law & Family Boundaries, you’ll work with a therapist who understands the complex emotions that come with family dynamics. Together, we’ll help you:
Identify unhealthy patterns in your family interactions
Communicate clearly and respectfully with in-laws or relatives
Navigate family involvement in parenting, finances, or holidays
Build unity as a couple when handling outside pressures
Learn how to say “no” without guilt — and “yes” with confidence
Through therapy, you’ll discover how to balance love and independence — honoring your family relationships without losing yourself or your peace.
Who Can Benefit
This service is ideal for:
Couples feeling tension between their relationship and extended family
Individuals struggling with controlling, intrusive, or judgmental relatives
Parents managing in-law opinions about child-rearing or household decisions
Adult children learning to separate emotionally from their family of origin
Anyone wanting to strengthen their voice and emotional boundaries
Whether your challenge involves a parent, sibling, or in-law, therapy provides tools to help you set limits while preserving care and respect.
What to Expect in Sessions
Your therapist will guide you in:
Understanding your family’s communication style and expectations
Exploring how family patterns from childhood affect current boundaries
Practicing assertive communication and self-advocacy
Developing shared boundaries as a couple
Building emotional resilience when faced with family pressure
Our approach integrates family systems therapy and couples communication strategies, helping you build confidence and unity as you navigate complex family relationships.
Creating Peace Without Cutting Ties
You don’t have to choose between your family and your wellbeing. With compassionate guidance, you can honor your relationships while creating space for your own emotional health and growth.
Let Counseling for In-Law & Family Boundaries help you build stronger, more respectful connections — both within your relationship and beyond.
Serving clients in Columbus, Dayton, Detroit, Charlotte, Jacksonville, and Atlanta. Contact Ascension Counseling today to schedule your session and start creating the balance your family relationships deserve.