It is time to reconnect
Couples & Relationship Therapy
You’re not on the same page anymore.
Communication is getting harder, and you’re talking in circles.
Conflict hasn’t been feeling productive.
You’re missing the intimacy you once shared.
You want things to get better, but you’re emotionally exhausted.
All of life’s challenges are getting in the way of your relationship.
Is this what your relationship feels like lately?
Couples and relationship therapy offers a safe, supportive space to navigate challenges, strengthen your connection, and build a relationship that feels fulfilling for everyone involved
What is Couples & Relationship Therapy?
Couples and relationship therapy is a supportive process that helps partners improve communication, resolve conflict, and better understand one another. It’s led by a trained therapist who facilitates meaningful conversations, offers guidance, and equips you with practical tools to strengthen your relationship.
In therapy, you’ll have a space to explore patterns, share your needs, and reconnect with one another in ways that feel more aligned, compassionate, and emotionally safe.
Who is it for?
This therapy is for anyone navigating a relationship—whether you’re:
Dating, engaged, married, or in a long-term partnership
Exploring non-traditional relationship structures such as polyamory or open relationships
Part of the LGBTQIA+ community
Facing challenges, going through transitions, or simply wanting to deepen your connection
Whether you're in crisis or just feeling a little disconnected, couples and relationship therapy can support you in showing up for your relationship with more clarity, care, and intention.
Rekindle the spark
Common reasons people in relationships seek therapy
Communication breakdown—feeling unheard or misunderstood.
Frequent or repeated arguments and unresolved conflict.
Experiencing loss of emotional or physical intimacy.
Navigating differences in intimacy.
Trust issues, including infidelity or past wounds.
Navigating big life changes—parenthood, an empty nest, career shifts, retirement, relocation, moving in together.
Feeling like roommates rather than romantic partners.
Differences in communication styles, values, or long-term goals.
How Couples & Relationship Therapy Can Help
Improve Communication
navigate Conflict with care
support through transitions or stress
deepen emotional & physical Intimacy
Rebuild or strengthen Trust
We use evidence-based, compassionate approaches tailored to your unique relationship. Depending on your needs, your therapist may draw from:
The Gottman Method – to support communication, conflict resolution, and strengthen friendship.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) – to help you understand emotional patterns and create a more secure bond.
Attachment & Somatic Approaches – to explore how past experiences and body-based responses impact your relationship dynamics.
These approaches are inclusive of all relationship structures—whether you're married, dating, LGBTQIA+, monogamous, polyamorous, or somewhere in between.
Our Approach
What to Expect in Therapy
Initial Sessions
We'll explore your relationship history, what’s feeling hard right now, and what you're hoping to change or build together.
Ongoing Work
Each session, we’ll focus on understanding patterns, navigating challenges, and practicing tools that support deeper connection.
Between Sessions
We often offer reflections or exercises to help you keep the momentum going outside of the therapy room.
Ready to Strengthen your Relationship?
Couples and Relationship Therapy is an investment in your relationship and your future together. Whether you’re facing challenges or simply want to reconnect, we’re here to support you.
Meet our Couples & Relationship Therapists
Victoria Silver
M.ED., Registered psychologist
Stephanie Orr
MCP., Canadian Certified Counsellor
Have more questions?
Couples & relationship Therapy Frequently Asked questions
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Not at all. Seeking therapy is a sign of care, not failure. Many couples come to therapy because they want to understand each other better, strengthen their connection, or navigate a stressful time with more support. Just like we tune up a car or see a doctor for prevention, therapy can be a proactive way to nurture your relationship. Whether you're feeling stuck or simply want to grow together, it's a brave and thoughtful step.
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That’s completely normal. It’s not uncommon for one or more partners to feel unsure or hesitant about starting therapy. Your therapist will create a supportive, respectful space where everyone involved can feel heard, valued, and engaged at their own pace.
While it’s okay to feel uncertain, it’s helpful that all partners are open to showing up and exploring what’s happening in the relationship. Therapy is most effective when there’s a shared intention to reflect, grow, and care for the relationship together.
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The number of sessions depends on your unique goals and what you want to work on together. Many couples and partners begin to notice positive changes within a few months of consistent therapy, but some relationships benefit from shorter or longer journeys. Your therapist will collaborate with you to tailor the pace and focus to what feels right for your relationship.
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To maintain the integrity and focus of couples or relationship therapy, we typically recommend seeing a different therapist for individual work. This helps ensure that both your personal needs and your relationship goals get the dedicated attention they deserve without overlapping or confusion.
We’re happy to connect you with another therapist on our team for individual therapy. With your permission, your individual and couples therapists can collaborate confidentially to provide coordinated and holistic care.
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Risewell Psychology does not currently offer divorce or separation therapy.
If you’re seeking support in this area, we’re happy to provide a referral to a trusted professional upon request.