It should come as no surprise that couples often find themselves stuck, lost, or perpetually angry or sad in an unsatisfying primary relationship.
When healthy communication breaks down between couples, they cannot authentically hear what their spouse or partner is saying nor can they empathize with one another's needs. Usually, both people feel misunderstood. As a result, this can lead to deception, having affairs, keeping secrets, or leading “other lives”. This can surely cause an end to a relationship. Unresolved, it can leave one or both individuals with a feeling of self-blame or a deep sense of "what could I have done differently?" Worse, unhealthy communication behavior patterns can be repeated with future companions, creating a never-ending cycle of unsatisfying relationships.
Couples therapy, with my guidance, aims to improve communication by helping you and your partner learn to truly connect with one another. It is often intense and powerful. Our work together will encourage you both to slow down, listen, and develop empathy for one another. Only then can you both decide how you wish to proceed with your lives as a couple.
Some areas I work on with couples are:
Depression
Anxiety and Stress
Codependency
Trauma
Addictive Behaviors
Infidelity
