COUPLES THERAPY

Would you like:
To feel happier in your relationship?
Less arguing and more intimacy?
Fewer resentments and more laughter?

I’d like to help. Most couples come to therapy because one or both partners are unhappy. They may not feel appreciated, loved, respected, heard, or understood. They may believe that if their partner would just change, they would be happier. They often say they have made their requests very clear, and still their partner won’t change, or even listen. While this is can be viewed as a communication problem, I tend to think of it as a communication pattern problem. We are often unaware of the patterns in how we communicate, and how they can affect our relationships.

I use a three step process to help you and your partner recognize the patterns you may have developed in your communication, and work with you to change those patterns. You will develop more effective means of communicating, allowing you to connect with your partner on a deeper level. This kind of communication can transform the relationship from a battleground to a safe haven, or from a distant “roommate” situation to an intimate alliance, allowing you to see both your partner and yourself in a new, more positive light. It is for this reason that it’s been said "to be more fully connected is to be more fully oneself".

Most couples wait an average of seven years before seeking help. This means that resentments can build up over time, and there may be lots of repair work to be done. While it’s certainly possible to make those repairs, it’s much easier and faster to nip the problem in the bud, before things escalate and get out of hand. If you are considering couples therapy, the time to act is now.

A large part of the therapy process is the relationship between the couple and the therapist. I offer a free half-hour consultation so we can meet, talk about how your relationship is going, and how you would like it to be. I’ll explain more about my approach and you can decide whether it feels like a good fit for you. I look forward to meeting you and having the opportunity to help you create your ideal relationship!

You can email me by clicking here: e-mail sue
or by phone at 916-690-4856.
I look forward to hearing from you!

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