Couples Therapy

It can be as simple as you wanting to improve the relationship but not knowing exactly where to start. Are you asking yourself any of the following questions. (or in any of the following situations/scenarios)

Do you feel like the relationship is stuck and you would like to revive it somehow. Maybe you’re not feeling heard or appreciated. Or perhaps it’s the reverse where lack of communication is the issue and there is a fear of bringing something up. Entering a new phase such as non-monogamy or polyamory?

All of these feelings are normal and a part of being human. But what is important is what happens when these problems remain unaddressed.

Life nowadays can certainly get busy and chaotic. And while responsibilities and obligations have to be taken care of, there is no excuse in avoiding the difficult challenges, especially when it involves loved ones. Ignoring and harboring any of these feelings will only stew inside of you and form resentment. It might be dormant at times but it will 100% come out. Some examples may be being quick to judge and blaming your partner[s] without any consideration. Accusing him/her of doing it on purpose to directly attack you. Passive aggressiveness. Eye rolls (not the fun ones). Victim blaming. Being reactive. All of this can be overwhelming but working with a licensed therapist can guide you on the correct path that brings peace of mind and a subtle confidence. We owe it to our future happy selves to put in the effort.

What does the beginning process look like? How do I start? How long is it?

All great questions. First, fill out the form below. After we receive that we’ll schedule a 20min consultation call. This is where we assess/discuss if we are a good fit for each other. The decision is based on your current situations, external issues, availability, fee’s or any other variable that has to be taken into consideration. Lastly, we will set up an in person meeting with you and your partner and if everyone is on the same page? We shall hit the green light and proceed.

How long until we are all healed and done? Depends on too many variables. Some difficult to put a time stamp on and others are simply unknown. On average though, we see couples stay for 3-6 months. After this period, some move on, some continue. What you might realize is that the healing process is a long, sometimes lifetime journey. Our job is to help you bring these heavy, oftentimes traumatizing, problems to light and then show you how to navigate from there. All of this is up to you and know that we are here for you. The most important aspect to all of this is being vocal about your feelings. If you don’t like the process or don’t see any results then I will be more than happy to give you referrals to other therapists.

Everybody is different. What may be a perfect schedule for John can be too much, or not enough for Emily. I typically see people start with once a week though. But I also work with couples who jumped right into 3-hour intensive sessions. Whichever way you decide, the most important variable is consistency. This builds trust and rapport between the couple/triad & therapist. And trust is the key to being comfortable enough in exploring, sharing and healing. After a bit of time, we can always adjust & alter the schedule.

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Well, you’re on this site yeah? Whether you’re considering the option or just generally curious, any of this information can have a profoundly positive impact in your life. Couples therapy can help when you’re in the thick of it but also be used as a preventative measure. Become a better communicator, learn conflict resolution, and rejuvenate your intimacy. All of this has the potential to build the overall strength between you and your partner, individually & collectively. Its certainly a skill that can be learned but just like anything worthwhile, it requires action, effort, and patience. This doesn’t guarantee total prevention of a crisis but it can give you the tools to prevent and weather the storm.

Nope. Totally a common feeling. We work with couples who come in for small tune up’s and couples who are in full on “crisis mode”. Counterintuitively, the further down the rabbit hole you feel you are, the more potential to unearth and resolve. Every problem is an opportunity in disguise. A cliché quote but man, can it ring true at the right moment. Is any of it a guarantee? Nothing in life is. But knowing you gave it you full 100% after whatever the result may be is a liberating feeling.

Hey! You’re more than halfway through. Just wanted to say thank you. It means a lot to us. But more importantly, you should be proud of the effort you’re putting in. This isn’t an easy thing to dive into :)

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Next: Location & Policies

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Nope. Not only are we legally bound to hold our work confidential, we also have our own moral code of standards. Patient care and trust are core principles of ours. We hold our work sacred and will not diminish the treatment that you and your partner(s) deserve. The only caveat is when we are lawfully required to break confidentiality, which involves cases of:

·     Known or reasonably suspected abuse to children under the age of 18

·     Known or reasonably suspected immediate threat of violence upon yourself another person

·     Known or reasonably suspected abuse to an elder over the age of 65, or a dependent adult

We will discuss my privacy policy more in person.

For your first session, a 48-hour notice is required to avoid being charged the full fee.

Beyond the first, we have an “own-your-hour” policy, meaning you are responsible for the hour and frequency of sessions that we agree to during the intake. This is to encourage consistency in our work which will ultimately benefit your treatment.

We understand that life can be life sometimes which is the reason we allocate and allow five unpaid absences. This is to be used at your discretion and will be kept track of between you and your clinician. Once its past five then yup, you guessed it, a late fee. This does not include sessions missed by the clinician.

If you need to cancel or reschedule then please do so within the week to avoid unnecessary costs.

Of course. They go hand in hand. No pun intended. People get into sex therapy for a myriad of reasons. Different sex drives, contrasting or opposing sexual interests, intimacy reconnection, new kink or poly practices, managing performance anxiety, among many more. All of this can be simultaneous with couples therapy or intertwine. As complex as this subject can be, we like to keep it simple and start with one topic. Head in that direction and see where it takes us. For more information feel free to check out our Sex Therapy page or schedule a call.

Please contact us for our current rates

We do! It is an intensive 2 day weekend where you disconnect from a life that seems to never stop. We welcome you and your partner into a totally unplugged and stress-free environment. Couples & polycules bring anything and everything to the table. You will leave the weekend with a newly discovered clarity and a sharpened mindset on how to maintain your goals. Click here for more info. If youd like to discuss further then click this link!

We proudly opened a beautifully-appointed therapy center in the heart of the Castro district in San Francisco, CA.