“THE QUALITY OF YOUR LIFE ULTIMATELY DEPENDS ON THE QUALITY OF YOUR RELATIONSHIPS.”

-ESTHER PEREL

Couples Therapy

We work with couples at all stages. Couples therapy can be beneficial whether you’re in a committed relationship, engaged to be married, newly married, approaching your 50th wedding anniversary, or maneuvering separation/divorce.

We work with couples to improve communication, strengthen relational understanding, and deepen connection.

We strive to make space for both partners to feel seen, understood and supported. Using a direct and compassionate approach, we help couples learn to better locate and articulate their own feelings so they can be better understood by each other.

Benefits of Couples Therapy

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    Improved Communication

    Couples therapy helps partners develop better communication skills by teaching them how to express their thoughts and feelings openly and honestly while also learning to listen actively to their partner. This improved communication fosters greater understanding and reduces misunderstandings, helping couples navigate difficult conversations more effectively.

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    Better Conflict Resolution

    In therapy, couples learn healthy conflict resolution techniques that allow them to address disagreements constructively without resorting to blame, criticism, or defensiveness. By understanding each other’s perspectives and finding common ground, couples can resolve conflicts more effectively and prevent recurring issues from damaging the relationship.

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    Increased Intimacy and Connection

    Therapy can help couples rebuild emotional and physical intimacy by addressing issues that have created distance in the relationship. Through guided exercises and open dialogue, partners can reconnect on a deeper level, fostering a stronger emotional bond and enhancing their overall sense of closeness and affection.

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    A Deeper Understanding of Each Partner's Needs and Expectations

    Couples therapy provides a safe space for partners to explore their individual needs, desires, and expectations within the relationship. By gaining a deeper understanding of each other’s values and what they need to feel supported and loved, couples can create a more balanced and fulfilling partnership.

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    Rebuilding Trust

    For couples dealing with trust issues or recovering from infidelity, therapy offers tools and strategies to rebuild trust and restore faith in the relationship. Therapists help partners work through feelings of betrayal, establish transparency, and develop a renewed commitment to honesty and reliability.

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    Strengthening Partnership and Teamwork

    Couples therapy encourages partners to work together as a team to overcome challenges and achieve common goals. By fostering a collaborative mindset and supporting each other’s growth, therapy helps couples build a stronger, more resilient partnership that can withstand life’s inevitable ups and downs.

SIGNS THAT IT MIGHT BE TIME TO ENGAGE IN COUPLES THERAPY

  • If you find that you and your partner are constantly arguing or having the same conflicts repeatedly without resolution, it may be time to seek therapy. Frequent arguments can lead to frustration, resentment, and a breakdown in communication, making it difficult to move forward.

    In couples therapy, deeper themes are uncovered in the frequent fights, allowing the couples to look at their arguments with a new lens and path forward.

  • Over time, some couples may start to feel emotionally disconnected from one another. If you’re feeling distant from your partner, struggling to feel understood or supported, or noticing a lack of emotional intimacy, therapy can help you reconnect and rebuild your bond.

  • A noticeable decline in physical or emotional intimacy can be a sign that something is amiss in the relationship. Whether it's due to stress, unresolved issues, or life changes, therapy can help you explore these challenges and find ways to rekindle intimacy and affection.

  • If there are lingering issues that you and your partner haven’t been able to resolve, these can fester and create ongoing tension. Therapy provides a safe, neutral space to address these conflicts, understand each other’s perspectives, and find mutually satisfying solutions.

  • If you and your partner are struggling to communicate effectively, whether due to misunderstandings, a lack of openness, or difficulty expressing feelings, couples therapy can help improve your communication skills. A therapist can teach you how to communicate more clearly and listen more empathetically.

  • Significant life changes, such as getting married, having a baby, moving, or career shifts, can place added stress on a relationship. Therapy can help you navigate these transitions by providing tools and strategies to adapt and strengthen your partnership during times of change.

  • Trust is a critical component of any healthy relationship. If trust has been broken due to infidelity or other breaches, therapy can offer a structured process to rebuild trust, address underlying issues, and work towards forgiveness and healing.

  • If you’re feeling stuck in your relationship or uncertain about its future, therapy can provide clarity and guidance. A therapist can help you explore your feelings, identify patterns, and make informed decisions about how to move forward.Item description