Couples Work

There numerous reasons couples seek out therapy including; communication issues, emotional and physical neglect of one partner's needs, dissatisfaction, betrayal and trust issues, parenting conflicts, trauma experiences, addiction issues, life transitions and stressors as well as mismatched expectations and goals for the relationship.  Often when we begin a relationship, we don’t always develop a shared definition of what things mean, and we might not be aware of what triggers we have. In addition,  we even make unconscious assumptions and have unspoken expectations which impact how we engage with our partner. In time, these things take a toll on both the individuals within and the relationship itself.

In addition, what we learned about relationships comes not only through our earliest experiences with our parents but also by witnessing and observing their relationships with others.  We make meaning of our experiences as well as what we observed and then interact with our partner based on what we learned from the past.  Understanding our past relationships and attachments is a critical component to understanding how we show up now. 

Through open communication and therapeutic guidance, you can learn to be more emotionally available for each other, foster deeper connection and experience greater intimacy.  This healing process is not only about resolving the immediate issues, but about reconnection and equipping you both with the tools and insights to maintain a healthy relationship.  Choosing to engage in couples work is an opportunity to strengthen your relationship, heal together by repairing any ruptures, resolving conflicts, developing more effective communication and shared language, and promote a healthier more loving partnership, regardless of whether you remain married or choose divorce.

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