Couples Therapy & Marriage Counseling in New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island

You and your partner don’t have to be on opposite sides- it’s about building partnership and tackling obstacles as one

As a couple, you’ve probably worked through the smaller issues- like unmet expectations, differences in opinion, or the everyday hiccups that come up in relationships. But when it comes to the bigger picture, it can feel harder to find common ground. Maybe you have different visions of what you want for the future- or even when you want the next chapter to begin- and it leaves you feeling stuck.

It can start to feel like you’re competing over who has the “right” plan- where to live, when to have kids, or how to handle other big life decisions. Maybe one of you feels ready to start a family while the other isn’t there yet. Either way, it leaves you feeling like you’re not on the same page.

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You both want to get back on the same page, but no matter how hard you try, it just feels out of reach

Maybe you and your partner just got engaged. While it was one of the happiest moments of your life, the stress of wedding planning has started to stir up conflict between you. On top of that, there’s added pressure from family- each with their own opinions and expectations about timelines, where you should live, and other big life milestones. It can feel overwhelming when outside voices start to drown out your own.

You feel caught in the middle, trying to juggle both of your families’ expectations. When you and your partner try to talk about setting boundaries or making decisions together, the conversations often turn into conflict. Instead of feeling like you’re on the same side, it starts to feel like you’re against each other.

You’ve been with your partner for years, and over time it’s easy to lose sight of the little things. Those small moments of connection can slowly get replaced with habits like checking emails or scrolling your phone while sitting in the same room. Or maybe you’re both so focused on your own goals- or planning for the future- that quality time together slips through the cracks.

Even after being together for years, it can sometimes feel like you and your partner are just coexisting under the same roof. The connection and intimacy you once shared doesn’t feel as strong, and the time you spend together may feel more negative than supportive. It’s easy to lose sight of the appreciation you once had for each other, leaving you both feeling disconnected. The spark feels dim, and you’re unsure how to find your way back to feeling emotionally close again.

You’re ready to stop feeling like it’s you against each other and start making decisions as true partners- working together and tackling whatever life brings your way

You Might Benefit from Couples Therapy and Marriage Counseling if:

  • Conflicts rarely get resolved in a healthy way, leaving behind tension and resentment

  • Differences in parenting styles cause stress and ongoing disagreements

  • Big life transitions- like retirement or relocating- add strain to the relationship

  • Things feel stagnant or unfulfilling, and separation has crossed your mind

  • Infidelity has happened, and rebuilding trust feels like an uphill climb

  • Money keeps sparking conflict, with different financial habits or goals getting in the way

  • You and your partner struggle to truly understand each other, leading to frequent arguments

  • Emotional and physical closeness feels missing, leaving you both feeling distant

Why might couples seek marriage counseling in New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island?

Relationships are complex- you’re bringing together two people with different upbringings, lifestyles, and ways of seeing the world, and then asking them to navigate life side by side. Because of those differences, it’s common for partners to approach situations differently and believe their way is the ‘right’ way. Without healthy communication, it’s easy to miss each other’s perspectives, which can lead to conflict, misunderstandings, and emotional distance. That’s why many couples turn to Couples Therapy in New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island- to find support, strengthen their connection, and learn the tools to move forward together.

Some reasons can include:

  • Struggling to resolve conflicts in a healthy way

  • Getting stuck in the same arguments on repeat

  • Feeling unappreciated, undervalued, or unseen in your relationship

  • Differences in parenting styles creating stress

  • Disagreements around family planning or raising children

  • Realizing your values have shifted and no longer feel aligned

  • Unresolved issues like infidelity or broken trust

  • Feeling like you’ve grown and evolved while your partner hasn’t

  • Experiencing emotional distance or disconnection

  • Struggling with unclear communication or feeling misunderstood

  • Recognizing that your vision for the relationship has changed

  • Having a hard time creating a shared vision for the future

  • Comparing your relationship to others or holding onto unrealistic expectations

  • Seeing each other as competitors instead of partners

As a couples therapist, I know that even the strongest relationships take work. In couples therapy, I’ll help you and your partner reconnect with the version of your relationship that once felt effortless- the version of your relationship that once felt easy and full of love. We’ll focus on reigniting that spark, strengthening your connection, and learning how to make decisions as a team- no matter what life throws your way.

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I want to help you bring back the connection and intimacy that makes your relationship feel alive

I know every relationship comes with its own unique challenges, but I also believe that he value of true partnership is worth the work. Couples thrive when they see each other as partners, rather than competitors, and when they work together to build a shared vision for the future. As a couples therapist, I’ve supported partners at every stage- dating, engaged, married, or long-term- and helped them strengthen their connection by learning how to navigate conflict in healthier ways. Together, we’ll focus on resolving disagreements, making effective repairs, de-escalating tension, practicing self soothing, and finding compromises that leave you both feeling heard and valued.

With the tools and support from couples therapy, couples often leave sessions feeling more confident tackling the tough conversations they once avoided or felt stuck in. Together, they’ve learned how to align timelines around big life transitions, navigate family dynamics, rebuild intimacy and connection, and create more balance and appreciation in the way they share household responsibilities.

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My approach to couples therapy

My approach to couples therapy is rooted in the Gottman Method. As a Gottman-certified therapist, I use research-based tools and strategies to help couples manage conflict in healthier ways. In our work together, I create a supportive space where you and your partner can feel safe to share your needs, communicate more effectively, and learn how to navigate even the most heated conversations- so that both of you feel truly heard and understood.

I bring a toolkit of strategies into our sessions to help you and your partner navigate even the toughest conversations. Together, we’ll practice techniques that not only make conflict feel more manageable but also strengthen intimacy and connection- so you can create meaningful shared experiences and build a vision for the future that feels aligned for both of you.

LET’S WORK TOGETHER TO BRING BACK THE CONNECTION AND SPARK THAT FIRST DREW YOU TO EACH OTHER

When the same conflicts keep coming up in a relationship, it can be hard to see the deeper patterns at play or understand why certain topics always turn into arguments. It’s even harder when you feel stuck in the cycle. In couples therapy, I bring an outside perspective to help you and your partner recognize what’s really happening beneath the surface and find new ways to work through it. Together, we’ll address the challenges that have been building up in your relationship and help you reconnect with the spark that first drew you to each other.

I’ll give you the tools to strengthen communication, deepen intimacy, and bring more respect and affection into your relationship- while breaking down the barriers that have left things feeling stuck. As a couples therapist, I help partners uncover and address the patterns that keep them feeling disconnected, so they can build a relationship that feels healthy, supportive, and truly fulfilling.

PREMARITAL COUNSELING

In addition to marriage counseling, I also offer premarital counseling and family planning support. These sessions give you and your partner a space to strengthen your connection, have the important conversations, and make thoughtful decisions together as you begin building your life side by side. I know how important it is to create a strong foundation for your future, and I’m here to guide and support you every step of the way.

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It’s never too late to feel close again. Begin couples therapy today in New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island

Let me help you and your partner reconnect with the version of your relationship that once felt strong and fulfilling. No matter what stage you’re in- dating, engaged, married, or years into your partnership- I’m committed to helping you grow together. In couples therapy, I’ll give you the tools to communicate more effectively, deepen intimacy, and bring back respect and affection. Together, we’ll work on removing the barriers that leave your relationship feeling stuck, so you can rebuild closeness, strengthen your bond and truly feel like partners again. If you’re interested in beginning couples therapy or marriage counseling:

You Can Rebuild the Intimacy You’ve Been Missing