Couples Therapy
Just like cars, relationships need check ups too.
Relationship maintenance is the key to successful relationships. But what if you never had healthy models for relationships or marriage growing up? What if all you saw was fighting, the silent treatment, and then somehow everyone is talking again but the actual issue was never addressed? It is scary to think about sharing how you feel if you were never given the space to do so.
Couples therapy isn’t just coming in and complaining about each other (we only do that sometimes). It is about getting on the same side, understanding each other and fighting for the same thing. It’s about you and partner verse the problem. If you never learned how to repair after a fight, you might be feeling resentment. Or you might be scared to share how you really feel because that might push your partner away. These are normal feelings to have and we will work through these fears before trying to change any dynamic.
Whether you’ve been together for 2 years or 20 years, it is not too late to ask for help. Maybe you are experiencing a major life transition, or family planning, or dealing with aging parents. Life is stressful and when our partnership is strong, we can weather any storm.
Interested in Couples Therapy? Send us a message!
What are the most common problems addressed in couples therapy?
Communication
Conflict Management
In Law issues
Infidelity
Major life changes
Contemplation of separation or divorce
Falling out of love
Intimacy issues (sex therapy)
At Space to Reflect, our team of therapists believe culture and lived experience play a major role in how we function in relationships. Couples therapy is not about taking sides or proving who is right and wrong, it is about increasing understanding between partners and teaching tools to have a more harmonious relationship.
Couples therapy might be for you if you want to:
Learn communication skills
Rebuild trust
Work through differences in culture and religion
Bring more closeness and connection in long distance relationships
Feel less alone
Learn to express thoughts and feelings
Learn to respond in calmer and less reactive ways
Teach each other what is needed to feel safer in the relationship
Learn how to support your partner who is going through a hard time
Have better conflict management
Can couples therapy make things worse?
Couples therapy is a very vulnerable experience and can make things worse between partners before things get better. Our therapists work hard to make sure the couple slowly eases into the therapy process and both partners learn to self soothe. We also offer 90 minute sessions for couples who are really struggling and need more support. You spent too much time hurting in your relationship. Now is the time to let go of what is keeping you stuck so you can address the issues in your relationship.
How do you know if a relationship is worth saving?
A relationship is worth saving if you still care about your partner and can see glimpses of hope that it can work. Relationships are hard work and you have to commit to choosing you partner every single day. If that commitment is still there from both parties, it is worth saving. The American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists reports an overall success rate of 98%. If both parties are committed to the therapy process, the relationship can get better.
Couples Therapy Philadelphia, PA
110 S 20th St 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103
