Every couple is unique and so are the challenges you face together. Your relationship might be in transition or in crisis, or you might be yearning to share a more creative and satisfying experience with your partner.

Some common reasons to see a couple therapist:

• Learning to communicate more effectively by listening carefully and speaking sensitively so you both feel safe, respected and understood
• Identifying unproductive and hurtful patterns and learning new ways to be together
• Learning to appreciate and respect each other’s differences
• Appreciating the value of family and cultural diversity
• Developing stronger emotional connection, intimacy and sexuality
• Addressing infidelity and other betrayals
• Looking for support during stressful and challenging life situations such as separation, divorce, infertility, job loss, retirement and bereavement
• Aligning goals related to shared concerns such as parenting, finances, domestic responsibilities and priorities
• Exploring commitment and making decisions about the future