Two people, one room, one process.
Gottman Method and Emotion-Focused Therapy — both research-backed, both about replacing the patterns that aren’t working with ones that can. For long-term partnerships specifically, see marriage counselling.
The shape of the rupture matters less than the willingness.
- Infidelity & trust repair
- Communication breakdowns
- Divorce & separation
- Marital conflict
- Boundary setting
- Intimacy concerns
- Parenting disagreements
- Financial strain
Decades of research, applied gently.
The Gottman Method — structured. Decades of research on what predicts whether a relationship lasts. Practical exercises that build respect, affection, and a shared sense of friendship.
Emotion-Focused Therapy — sees love as an attachment bond. Works through three stages to identify the negative cycles, soften the underlying emotions, and replace the pattern with something closer.
Most of our therapists draw on both, choosing the approach that fits the moment.
A few things people ask first.
Do we need to be married for couples therapy?
No. We see partners at every stage and in every form — dating, common-law, married, separated, polyamorous, queer, friends rebuilding after rupture.
Will the therapist take sides?
The therapist is in the room for the relationship, not for either person. They’ll name patterns — including unfair ones — but they’re working for the third client: the partnership.
What if one of us doesn’t want to come?
It happens. Start with a consult by yourself. Sometimes individual work with a couples-trained therapist is the right first move; sometimes the second partner comes around once the first session happens.
How long are couples sessions?
It depends on the stage of work and what makes sense for the couple — couples work generally needs a longer session than individual therapy. Your therapist will confirm at the consult.
Therapists on the team who do this work.
Browse and click into a bio. The consult is a call to talk through fit, fees, and insurance.
“I understand that, at times, life can be challenging and difficult to manage. In those moments, it can be helpful to seek support — and discover healthy, adaptive ways of coping.”
“I see strength as an innate characteristic in all people.”
“It's important to feel seen and heard as you navigate the ebbs and flows of life.”
“Seeking support from caring others is a brave first step in dealing with hardship.”
“Underscoring every strong therapeutic bond between client and therapist is trust, mutual respect, and understanding.”
“Your trust in me is a privilege, and I am here to support and guide you every step of the way.”
“I aim to create a caring space for you to feel seen, heard, and respected as we navigate your journey together.”
“I believe in the importance of authenticity, curiosity, and hope in our therapeutic relationship.”
“Taking the step to start therapy is an act of courage and self-care — and I'm here to support you.”
“Every story, identity, and experience deserves to be understood, honoured, and met with compassion.”
“The therapeutic alliance is the core of therapy — it takes courage to bring up the most vulnerable aspects of life.”
Twenty minutes. On the phone. No pressure.
Tell us what’s going on and ask anything — insurance, format, fees, what a first session looks like. You’ll be on the call with one of our therapists, and we’ll go from there together. If we’re not the right practice for you, we’ll say so.