Couples

Counselling

Thriving in Intimacy

Every relationship faces challenges, whether it’s communication breakdowns, unresolved conflicts, or the impact of life changes. These struggles can lead to frustration, misunderstandings, or feelings of disconnection. With the right support, however, it’s possible to rebuild and strengthen your relationship.

Couples counselling provides a neutral and supportive space where partners can address these challenges together. Grounded in evidence-based methods like the Gottman Method and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), this approach helps improve communication, rebuild trust, and foster emotional intimacy. Therapists act as neutral guides, facilitating open communication, exploring attachment needs, and teaching strategies to manage conflict effectively.

The Gottman Method emphasizes fostering trust and positive communication, helping couples replace unhelpful patterns with respectful and meaningful interactions. EFT complements this by addressing deeper emotional bonds, encouraging partners to connect with and respond to each other’s vulnerabilities.

Through couples counselling, you can:

  • Communicate Effectively: Express thoughts openly while listening to your partner.

  • Resolve Conflict: Understand and address the root causes of disagreements.

  • Rebuild Trust: Heal past wounds and strengthen your foundation.

  • Reconnect Emotionally: Rediscover intimacy and shared values.

Counselling isn’t about blame—it’s a proactive step toward growth. Whether your relationship is new or decades old, couples counselling offers tools to navigate challenges and thrive together.

At Heart and Mind Therapy, our compassionate therapists are here to support you. Take the first step today—schedule your session and work toward a healthier, more fulfilling relationship.

Our Couples Therapist

Nalisa Dhanraj

Registered Social Worker, MSW

Psychotherapist