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Couples
Therapy

Offering in-person office sessions or telehealth.
Serving all of California.

If you’re GOING TO COUPLES THERAPY to change your partner… You’re not really GOING TO THERAPY. 

~ Julie Menanno

Relationship therapy offers numerous benefits for couples seeking to their connection and resolve conflicts. It provides a safe space for both partners to express their feelings, fostering open communication and understanding. Through guided sessions, couples can identify patterns that may be causing issues and learn effective strategies to navigate challenges together. Ultimately, relationship therapy can strengthen, enhance intimacy, and lead to a healthier, more fulfilling partnership.

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Key Aspects of Couple Therapy:


How it Works: Sessions typically last 45–60 minutes, focusing on improving communication and resolving conflicts within a relationship.​

 

Techniques: Common approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Psychodynamic therapy.

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Benefits: With the guidance of Kerry, discussions  promote emotional connection and problem-solving. Ultimately, the goal is to help couples develop healthier interactions and strengthen their bond.

Expertise

Ages I serve:
Preteen, Teen, Adults, Elders (65+)

Participants:
Individuals, Couples, Family

I offer In-Person or Online Telehealth Appointments throughout Califormia.

  • Anxiety

  • Behavioral Issues

  • LGBTQIA+

  • Codependency

  • Coping Skills

  • Depression

  • Developmental Disorders

  • Divorce

  • Family Conflict

  • Grief

  • Infidelity

  • Life Transitions

  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy

  • Parenting

  • Peer Relationships

  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

  • Relationship Issues

  • School Issues

  • Self Esteem

  • Self-Harming

  • Spirituality

  • Stress

  • Women's Issues

When to
Seek Therapy

Couples therapy can be a valuable resource when partners are facing challenges that seem insurmountable. It's time to consider seeking help if communication has broken down, recurring conflicts remain unresolved, or feelings of disconnect and dissatisfaction have emerged. Additionally, life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, or even loss can create strain and warrant professional guidance. Seeking therapy is not a sign of, but rather a proactive step towards understanding each better and strengthening the relationship.

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