Couples Therapy | Couples Counseling in St. Louis, MO

Struggling with relationship issues or feeling disconnected from your partner? Gain insight into your relationship dynamic with couples therapy and stop conflicts before they start. Our licensed therapists specialize in helping couples repair emotional wounds and traumas, grow their bond, and increase intimacy.

Call (314) 200-5131 to make an appointment today.

Couples Counseling for Your Relationship or Marriage

Conflict between couples is part of a healthy relationship or marriage. But even the healthiest of couples sometimes need some help to navigate hard topics and work through the conflict. Many couples experience tough struggles in their relationship and decide to reach out to our couples counselor for help. They go to therapy because they value their relationship and do not want to let their negative interactions define them.

Couples counseling can help you and your partner:

  1. Understand yourself and each other better.
  2. Improve communication.
  3. Identify underlying issues.
  4. Address dysfunctional behavior.
  5. Resolve conflicts healthily.
  6. Bond and cultivate intimacy.
  7. Gain resilience with conflict management skills.

When To Begin Couples Therapy

Couples therapy will help shift the dynamic from “me versus you” to “me and you”. However, counseling sessions are not a miracle formula for happiness. It works best for individuals and couples that are willing to work on their relationship openly and honestly. You may consider meeting a couples counselor when:

  • You have recurring arguments over the same issue.
  • You are thinking of breaking up.
  • You are dealing with infidelity and betrayal.
  • Your relationship is under significant strain.
  • You feel alone in your relationship or marriage.
  • You feel stuck and don’t know how to move forward.

Let’s Get Started – What To Expect

Your therapist will start by getting to know you and your partner by asking questions about a variety of issues including beliefs and values, finances, relationship roles, family life, marital concerns, and sexual intimacy. This will help your therapist understand each partner’s feelings and perspectives on the issues.

Your therapists will work together with both of you to find the best types of therapeutic approaches for you. The goal is to create a safe space where both of you can have constructive interactions to build a happy life together.

Your therapist will guide you into various activities depending on your needs and situation. Some common couple activities include learning tools to help you get to know your partner, identify feelings and communicate them clearly. You will explore your past and deal with unresolved hurts and trauma to end negative cycles. You will also learn and practice conflict resolution and communication skills.

As romance is an important part of your relationship, you will also learn ways to cultivate romance.

During the course of your therapy, your therapist may discover mental health issues in you or your partner that need to be addressed. For example, you may be unknowingly suffering from clinical depression. Your therapist will ask if you would want to consider going for additional therapy like individual therapy or family therapy. Depending on your situation, you may be recommended medication to treat symptoms like severe insomnia so you can better engage in therapy.

Different Types of Therapeutic Approaches

Your therapist is knowledgeable and experienced in a variety of evidence-based therapy models. We often utilize a combination of therapy methods designed to help partners according to their needs and goals. 

Here are some common techniques we use when working with a couple:

  • Behavioral Couples Therapy (BCT) – Helps reinforce positive behaviors.
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Helps couples identify and change negative thoughts and behavior.
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) – Helps improve attachment and intimacy.
  • Gottman Method – Helps address conflict with problem-solving skills.

If you have questions about couples therapy or if you are ready to get started, contact us at (314) 200-5131.

West County Behavioral Health, St. Louis, MO

We are dedicated to helping couples seeking high-quality therapy and counseling services in the Greater St. Louis area. Located in Saint Louis, Missouri, West County Behavioral Health is readily accessible to the residents of St. Charles and St. Louis. We recognize that relationships are challenging and require a lot of work. Our therapists are Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) and have vast experience working with couples and individuals. Our goal is to help clients overcome their relationship problems and reach a place of healing and wellness.

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