Couples Therapy
Strengthen your relationship through communication and understanding.
Attending Couples Therapy Alone or With Your Partner
Individual Couples Therapy
In individual couples therapy, I work with one partner to address personal challenges that impact the relationship. This approach helps individuals gain clarity, improve communication skills, and resolve issues, leading to healthier interactions with their partners. By focusing on personal growth, you can foster positive change within your relationship, even if your partner isn’t present.
With Your Partner
Attending couples therapy together allows both partners to work through challenges in a collaborative and supportive environment. We’ll focus on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and deepening emotional connection. This process helps you and your partner build a stronger foundation based on mutual respect, understanding, and love, creating a healthier relationship.
Reasons for Couples Therapy
Communication Issues
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Difficulty expressing feelings or understanding each other can create emotional distance and unresolved conflict in relationships.
Trust Problems
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When trust is broken, whether through infidelity or dishonesty, couples therapy can help rebuild trust and connection.
Partner Infidelity
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Infidelity can deeply wound a relationship, but therapy can help both partners navigate healing, rebuilding trust, and communication.
Emotional Distance
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When partners feel disconnected emotionally, couples therapy helps rebuild intimacy and strengthen the emotional bond between them.
Frequent Arguments
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Recurring conflicts without resolution can erode a relationship; couples therapy offers strategies to break the cycle of arguments.
Parenting Challenges
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Disagreements over parenting styles or decisions can create tension; therapy helps couples align on family priorities.
About Couples Therapy
Couples therapy is designed to help partners understand and resolve conflicts, improve communication, and build stronger emotional bonds. The goal is not just to address immediate problems but also to foster long-term growth and connection. Through therapy, couples learn how to navigate challenges together and create healthier patterns of interaction.
Couples therapy is beneficial for relationships at any stage, whether you’re facing a major crisis or simply looking to improve communication. By exploring both the strengths and challenges in your relationship, we work to enhance understanding and create a more fulfilling partnership. Therapy provides a safe space to address concerns without judgment, fostering open dialogue.
In each session, we’ll work together to uncover the root causes of conflict, develop practical solutions, and strengthen your relationship. My approach emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and mutual respect, helping both partners feel heard and valued as they navigate the challenges you face together.
Getting Started is Easy
Free 15 Min Phone Consultation
Discuss your needs, ask questions, and explore how therapy can help you.
Book Appointment
Schedule your session conveniently online or by phone at a time that works best.
1st Session!
Begin therapy with a personalized plan focused on your goals and mental well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long are therapy sessions?
Each therapy session lasts 50 minutes, providing enough time to explore your concerns while maintaining focus and making meaningful progress each week.
What therapy methods do you use?
I primarily use Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy, tailoring my approach to each client’s unique needs for effective, personalized treatment.
What payment methods do you accept?
I accept all major credit cards, HSA/FSA cards, and various insurance plans. Payment is required at the time of each therapy session. Please inquire about specifics.
Is everything I share confidential?
Yes, your privacy is protected by law and ethical guidelines. I maintain strict confidentiality, with rare exceptions involving immediate safety concerns or legal requirements.
Contact Me
Ready to get started? Reach out today to schedule an appointment with Laura McLaughlin and begin your journey toward a more mindful and balanced life.