Reconnect with each other.
Couples Therapy & Marriage Counseling in Brookline, Massachusetts
You’re tired of feeling disconnected from each other.
It’s like You can’t seem to get on the same page.
Do these scenarios sound familiar?
You and your partner are looking for couples therapy in Brookline because your relationship is struggling. You keep having the same fights over and over. You don't feel heard or understood. The arguments get worse fast. Blame and defense take over. Even worse, nothing gets fixed after fights. Issues never get fully talked through.
This cycle has ruined the trust between you. You wonder if your partner still has your back. The passion you used to have is gone. An emotional gap has come between you, leaving you feeling alone.
Maybe a big life change started this downward spiral. Or maybe it was a slow growing apart over time. Either way, you want the closeness you used to share.
Broken promises or other betrayals may have also hurt trust. You want to bring hidden hurts out in the open to fix your relationship.
Or, perhaps your relationship is still good overall. But you want to work on it before little problems get big. You know relationships take hard work, and you're ready for that.
The goal is the same — to heal, connect again, and make your relationship stronger. You're ready to break bad patterns so you can move forward in a good way together. This is where couples therapy in Brookline comes in.
Sound like you?
Struggling with communication breakdowns.
Frustrated by the unresolved conflicts.
Ready to repair the trust.
Missing the friendship and spark that you used to have.
Here’s what we’ll do together
Couples therapy in Brookline can help you grow closer.
During couples therapy in Brookline, you and your partner will learn new ways of relating to each other. Practicing this new skill will transform your relationship over time.
We'll work to create an environment where you both feel safe being vulnerable. This will allow you to discuss difficult topics openly and honestly. You'll finally be able to address hurts from the past and begin the healing process.
You'll develop communication tools and strategies to stop arguments before they spiral out of control. An essential part of the process will be listening to each other, understanding one another's perspectives, and expressing your own needs effectively. This will help you feel more connected and supported. The two of you will feel more at peace with each other.
Making a habit of showing love, admiration, and appreciation might sound elementary. But actually, it's vital to your marriage. It nurtures your friendship and acts as a buffer when conflicts arise. You can start small — pick up cannolis in the North End or get ice cream at JP Licks. Throughout couples therapy in Brookline, practicing thoughtful gestures and ways to appreciate each other will become your new norm.
Establishing shared routines reinforces your bond so you feel more connected as a couple. Take romantic strolls around Larz Anderson Park, try a new restaurant in Coolidge Corner, or visit local Brookline haunts together. These new habits strengthen your partnership.
The goal is to learn how to break negative cycles and improve your understanding of one another. This will help you move forward together in a healthier, more fulfilling direction. With effort and willingness, couples therapy can provide you with a roadmap to get there.
Go from this…
“You never listen to me!”
“I only did this because you did that!”
Yelling, slamming doors, or threatening divorce during disagreements.
Eye-rolling, sarcasm, name-calling.
To this…
Talk about your emotions and express a need.
Take responsibility and own up to your behavior without blaming your partner.
Take a break and self-soothe when emotions are running high.
Validating your partner’s perspective even if you have a different perspective.
What can we expect from couples therapy in Brookline?
Throughout couples therapy in Brookline, you and your partner will learn practical skills to improve communication between you. You'll discover new ways to express yourselves, actively listen, and understand each other's perspectives. This will foster a deeper sense of connection and empathy between you.
Our sessions together will empower you and your partner with tools to navigate conflicts constructively. You'll gain insight into the underlying dynamics behind your disagreements and develop strategies to resolve conflicts respectfully. This will nurture mutual growth and understanding.
Even after significant breaches, trust can be rebuilt between you and your partner. You'll learn techniques to repair broken trust, rebuild transparency, and establish a solid foundation to weather life's challenges together.
I'll help you and your partner rediscover emotional intimacy that may have been lost.
Our sessions will explore reasons behind emotional distance. You'll gain strategies to reconnect, foster vulnerability, and nurture a deep emotional bond so you feel like lovers again, not just roommates.
Couples therapy in Brookline is a good fit if…
Are committed to your relationship, but feel stuck when it comes to how to improve it.
Are open to feedback and changing your behavior both in session and at home.
Are interested in the science and research behind what makes relationships go the distance.
Want additional resources for learning like books, blog articles, and podcasts.
Couples therapy in Brookline is not a good fit if…
You’re not willing to work on your behavior and you’d rather blame your spouse for the problems.
There is ongoing domestic violence or infidelity you aren’t willing to be honest about.
One or both of you are strongly considering divorce. Look at discernment counseling instead.
You are set on divorce and are only looking for mediation or coparenting support.
Contact me to start couples therapy in Brookline.
Questions?
FAQs about couples therapy in Brookline
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Yes! The methods I use in couples therapy sessions are supported by over 40 years of scientific research with thousands of couples.
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This is a valid concern. In any case of marital problems, family members and friends almost always “take a side,” so it’s understandable to be concerned your couples therapist will do the same thing.
In every conflict, I believe each of you have your own individual perspective, and you both are right. You each come from their own specific background of experiences, beliefs, and values. Rather than litigating “the facts”, it’s more important for both partners to learn to effectively express themselves and validate each other.
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Ending the relationship is a serious decision that only you and your partner can make. It’s not my place or my role to advise whether or not your relationship should continue. My job is to help each of you adjust your behavior for the betterment of yourself, your partner, and your relationship. In doing this, you can make an informed decision about the future. With that being said, if you and your partner come to the place where the decision to end the relationship is on the table, I will walk through that with you.
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Definitely not! Many partners come in because they want outside help before making a major life decision such as getting married, moving in together, etc. In fact, you don’t even need to be partnered to benefit from the type of skills a person learns in therapy. Lots of people come into therapy to process through and learn from a break up or a divorce, or to work on themselves so they can be a better future partner.
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Getting started is easy! Just contact me with any questions or concerns, or to schedule your first therapy session.
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Couples therapy in Brookline is conducted 100% online. I use a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform that is simple to use.
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Driving directions to Brookline, MA
From the North (around Wilmington, MA area): Start by heading south on I-93 S toward Boston. Take exit 26 for Storrow Dr/Leverett Cir. Follow Storrow Dr west, take the exit for Rt-2/Rt-3 S and merge onto Rt-2 E/Rt-3 S. Take exit 26B to merge onto the Jamaicaway towards Brookline.
From the South (around Sharon, MA area): Begin by heading north on I-95 N. Take exit 16B to merge onto I-93 N toward Boston. Take exit 24B for Allston/Cambridge and follow signs for Storrow Dr W. Take the exit for Rt-2/Rt-3 S and merge onto Rt-2 E/Rt-3 S. Take exit 26B to merge onto the Jamaicaway into Brookline.
From the East (around Quincy, MA area): Take I-93 N toward Boston. After crossing the Zakim Bridge, take exit 26 for Storrow Dr/Leverett Cir. Follow Storrow Dr west and take the exit for Rt-2/Rt-3 S. Merge onto Rt-2 E/Rt-3 S and take exit 26B for the Jamaicaway into Brookline.
From the West (around Framingham, MA area): Head east on the Mass Pike/I-90 E toward Boston. Take exit 18 for Allston/Cambridge and follow signs for Storrow Dr. Take the exit for Rt-2/Rt-3 S and merge onto Rt-2 E/Rt-3 S towards Brookline Village. Take exit 26B for the Jamaicaway.
About Brookline, MA
Brookline, Massachusetts is a town located in Norfolk County, just outside of Boston.
Brookline is known for being an affluent suburb with a highly educated populace and has been ranked among the best places to live in the United States by multiple publications.
The town is home to several educational institutions, including Brookline High School which is ranked among the top public high schools in the state. Brookline also features various parks and recreational areas like the Emerald Necklace, a 1,100-acre chain of parks linked by waterways and parkways.
People are attracted to Brookline for its convenience to downtown Boston while maintaining a suburban feel, excellent public schools, green spaces, and vibrant downtown areas like Coolidge Corner with shops and restaurants. The town's diversity and progressive values also contribute to its appeal.