Couples Counselling

Misunderstandings, defensiveness, assumptions, or avoiding difficult conversations can cause partners to feel unheard or misunderstood and are the main factors to couple conflict.

I can help you mitigate these ineffective and unhelpful factors and replace them with proactive and effective strategies and tools based on self-compassion. 

Over time, many couples feel emotionally distant or disengaged, which can erode intimacy and lead to loneliness within the relationship. The key is to work on emotional availability.

Example of tools we will implement in therapy:

• Regular check-ins on each other’s emotional state and offer support without judgment
• Showing vulnerability by sharing fears, desires, and insecurities to foster a deeper connection
• Curiosity for your partner to stimulate imagination

Unresolved issues lead to recurring arguments, and conflicts escalate instead of being resolved.

Conflict Resolution Skills are necessary to identify and address the root cause of a conflict and regulate intense emotions.

De-escalation Techniques and calming methods when emotions are high, to prevent saying hurtful things in the heat of the moment.

A lack of trust, often stemming from past betrayals or perceived unreliability, can undermine the foundation of a relationship.

Rebuilding Trust starts with addressing reliability and transparency over time. Discussing fears openly and setting clear expectations is key.

Consistency and Accountability by following through on promises and be accountable for your actions.