Relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists in Oakville, Ontario ON, Canada CA

Our approach to marriage counselling involves providing: a safe and supportive environment in which both partners feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings; creating a standard of clear communication with the couple; speaking boldly with regard to addressing patterns of behavior and interaction which are causing problems in the relationship; and helping set clear, actionable goals.  

Many people that come into our lives can most often help us identify things that we need to heal. As with any relationship, when giving therapy, the therapist must take into account the dynamics of the relationship. Relationship dynamics give us great insight into our own needs for healing particular aspects of our lives so the we may fulfill our potential or feel whole. Learn to identify communication danger signs in your relationships – escalation, invalidation, negative interpretations, and withdraw. Understand how filters such as inattention, emotional states, mind-reading, differences in styles, and defensiveness are harming your relationships – and how to stop them!  

Many people that come into our lives can most often help us identify things that we need to heal. As with any relationship, when giving therapy, the therapist must take into account the dynamics of the relationship. Relationship dynamics give us great insight into our own needs for healing particular aspects of our lives so the we may fulfill our potential or feel whole. Learn to identify communication danger signs in your relationships – escalation, invalidation, negative interpretations, and withdraw. Understand how filters such as inattention, emotional states, mindreading, differences in styles, and defensiveness are harming your relationships – and how to stop them! Through counseling, we work together to identify issues, events, and other stress that are making it difficult for quality connections. Help you understand why you’re having the same disagreements over and over again – and help you get beneath the surface to finally solve the real issues. You will gain communication skills that allow the two of you to share important emotions and feelings without feeling attacked. And, skills that will enable you to identify problems, develop possible solutions, and decide on what changes to make.  

Taking time with your loved one can be a beautiful and fulfilling experience. However, it can feel challenging when you and your partner are stuck in previous patterns of behaviour, communication, and interaction. As a couple therapist, I will support you in better understanding yourself, your loved one, and your relationship to navigate challenges (e.g., communication, attachment, trust, etc.). I seek to enable you and your partner to work as a team in navigating whatever struggles come your way and developing your own unique toolkit. Speak with me today for a free consultation to begin your journey.  

Relationships are so important in life. Many people experience difficulties in relationships for a variety of reasons. Understanding the underlying dynamics can help to give you the tools to change, leave or accept the relationship that is causing stress or emotional pain.  

We offer a wide range of psychotherapy treatment to ensure that you feel safe navigating through your journey.  

Intimate relationships are like a dance – they can be quite joyful and energizing but when facing obstacles, partners need to find the steps and rhythm to move more freely. Couple therapy can provide a safe space in which you and your partner can gain a deeper understanding of one another and what contributes to difficulties within the dance of your relationship. Should you decide to attend sessions, I will work with you to facilitate honest conversations, help you to better understand what you may need from one another, and support you in finding a way to step toward more acceptance, intimacy, and connection. Contact me or book a free consultation if you wish to learn more.  

Do you feel disheartened about your relationship? Is there a growing gap between you and your partner that you just can’t seem to close? Do you feel you are stuck in a cycle or dynamic that leaves you both feeling isolated and hopeless? Are your lows lower and more frequent than they used to be? I want you to know you are in the right place. Together, we can transform your isolation and negative communication patterns into connection and intimacy. By committing yourself to the process, you can move towards security and connection and a place where you and your partner feel loved, seen and heard by one other. Using an emotionally-focused approach, helps you and your partner feel safer, as a step towards being able to communicate your deepest and most vulnerable feelings and needs to one another. We can help you communicate what you are trying to say to your partner, in a way that they can hear you. Often this first requires learning to identify faulty communication patterns and how to de-escalate a fight. Drawing on attachment-based methods, our licensed marriage and family therapists use emotion-focused principles with couples and individuals who are seeking to transform their relationships. We will get to the heart of the issue. There is no more important work than healing your relationship and home, and you deserve nothing less than specialized help! We look forward to working with you.  

Merging the lives of two individuals is no easy task and there is no such thing as a "perfect" mate nor relationship. Naturally this means that each relationship will face its share of hardships. I am a qualified therapist that is here to help you navigate through some of these challenges --- whether in the early stages of your relationship, preparing for marriage, or many years into your union. I do not take sides. In couples counselling I help couples rebuild and/or strengthen their sense of friendship and partnership, intimacy, respect and appreciation, ability to manage conflicts in a healthy and effective manner, heal through feelings of betrayal, understand one another's inner world, honour and support each other's dreams, establish a shared vision, and ultimately strengthen your sense of commitment.  

Relationships are not easy, and even the best ones require work. Seeking relationship or marriage counselling does not mean your relationship is doomed! Therapy can provide a safe and non-judgmental space for partners to discuss their relationship challenges from communication to infidelity, explore patterns of interaction, and feel heard and validated. Relational therapy can be helpful whether you are looking for a quick relationship tune-up or feel as though you need a little more help and support. Book a free consultation to learn more about my approach and explore if we are a good fit.