Couples Counseling

WE KNOW THAT RELATIONSHIPS ARE CHALLENGING.

At couples counseling our goal is to help romantic partners (whether married or in a long-term relationship) address relationship issues, improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their bond.

Couples counseling is a valuable resource for any relationship facing challenges, whether they are longstanding issues or recent problems.

We focus to help the unit explore their feelings, improve understanding, and develop healthier ways of relating to each other.

AREAS OF FOCUS:

Communication Issues

Relational Conflict

Codependency

Intimacy Issues

Betrayal and Infidelity

Sex Positive and Non-Monogamy

Common Reasons Couples Seek Counseling

  • Communication problems: Not being able to talk openly or respectfully about important issues.

  • Infidelity or betrayal: Recovering from cheating, emotional betrayal, or dishonesty.

  • Sexual difficulties: Issues around physical intimacy or differing sexual desires.

  • Constant arguing or unresolved conflicts: Feeling stuck in repetitive disagreements or unable to resolve ongoing issues.

  • Loss of connection or intimacy: A sense of growing apart or emotional distance.

  • Life transitions: Coping with major changes like having a baby, moving, or retirement.

  • Parenting struggles: Conflicts about parenting styles, managing children’s behavior, or balancing family life.

  • Addiction or substance abuse: Navigating the impact of addiction on the relationship.

  • Cultural or value differences: Disagreements stemming from different backgrounds, lifestyles, or goals.

  • Financial stress: Conflicts related to money management or financial difficulties.

How it helps

Improved communication: Couples learn how to express themselves clearly and listen empathetically, which reduces misunderstandings and fights.

  1. Conflict resolution skills: Couples develop tools for resolving disagreements in healthy, constructive ways.

  2. Rebuilding trust: Couples counseling can help rebuild trust after betrayal or emotional wounds.

  3. Emotional and physical intimacy: Counseling helps restore emotional closeness and improve physical intimacy.

  4. Better understanding of each other: Therapy fosters empathy and understanding, helping partners appreciate each other’s needs, values, and experiences.

  5. Strengthened relationship: Couples develop a stronger foundation for their relationship, with better tools to navigate future challenges together.

Couples counseling is designed to support both individuals and the relationship as a whole. While the therapy may address individual concerns, the primary focus is often on improving the relationship dynamics and helping the couple work through challenges together. It provides a neutral, supportive space for couples to explore their concerns, learn new skills, and work toward a healthier, more fulfilling relationship. By fostering better communication, emotional understanding, and conflict resolution, couples therapy can help partners strengthen their bond and navigate life’s challenges together.