Family Matters
of Marin

Services

Couples Therapy

You remember how it used to feel between you—and you want some of that back.

Couples therapy helps you slow down the cycles, really hear each other again, and repair hurts that keep you stuck. We work with you to build a relationship that feels more loving, supportive, and alive.

  • Talk without it turning into a fight
  • Rebuild trust and intimacy
  • Move forward with connection
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Couple reconnecting with warmth and understanding

Couples Therapy at Family Matters of Marin

Maybe the relationship has become stagnant after the couple has children. Perhaps the couple has become distant or conflicted because of the day-to-day stress of work and parenting. Whatever the inciting cause, couples therapy at Family Matters of Marin offers support and guidance in developing and sustaining thriving relationships.

Top Reasons to See a Couples Therapist

Every relationship is unique. If you're not sure that relationship therapy is right for you, consider your answers to these questions:

Do you often feel like you and your partner are not on the same page?
Do you feel like your partner doesn't listen to you?
Did you have a really strong relationship in the past, but now, you feel isolated from your spouse or partner?
Have you tried to talk to your partner about your needs, but you keep freezing up?
Are you worried if something doesn't change, you'll end up divorced or broken up?
Do your friends or loved ones tell you they're concerned about your relationship?
Are conflicts in your relationship having negative effects on your children?
Has your relationship drastically changed since becoming parents?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, couples therapy may be the right option for you.

Top Outcomes of Couples Counseling

Research and development related to couples therapy has significantly improved the outcomes of relationship counseling. Some of the ways that couples counseling can improve relationships include:

Learning more effective and empathetic communication skills
Understanding and addressing deeper issues that lead to relationship conflict
Developing healthy attachment and working toward shared goals
Learning to fight fair and with compassion and resolution in mind
Repairing lost trust and bonds after betrayal
Helping navigate a difficult time or transition
Supporting one or both partners through individual struggles
Moving forward together to develop and renew a sense of love and increase passion

Scheduling Couples Counseling

A study conducted by the Gottman Institute found that, on average, couples wait six years to seek therapy. Our therapists understand how difficult it can be to take that first step, and we do our utmost to make the process seamless and straightforward.

Your first step is to call our office at (415) 326-6354 to schedule an initial consultation. This initial phone consultation is free, and it only takes about 20 minutes. During this call, we'll schedule your intake session with a therapist who is a good fit for you and your partner.

Ready to reconnect?

Call us at (415) 326-6354 or schedule online.

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