We will usually suggest talk to your partner about the purpose of coming for counselling. Also communicate about the possible outcome that you wish to obtain through counselling. However in many occasion, partner and spouse will be able to understand and accept the invitation to a couple counselling session, when the purpose and possible outcome is explained clearly. In the end, if your attempt to invite your partner or spouse to come for session failed, you can always come alone first. When you experience change and your partner noticed, and curiously ask, you may then re-invite him/her to the session.