Couples Therapy

In every partnership, there are ups and downs, and sometimes we reach points where we don’t know how to move forward. The issues addressed in couples therapy are as diverse as each relationship itself. Often, it’s about finding a balance between things like:

  • giving and receiving,
  • closeness and distance,
  • leading and following,
  • independence and attachment, or
  • stability and change.

These topics can be challenging in all partnerships—especially when they lead to an overwhelming feeling of being stuck.As a couples therapist, I want to accompany you on your journey and help you reflect on your relationship and steer it onto new paths. There are many aspects that can be addressed in couples therapy, such as difficult conflicts that weigh on daily life, dealing with sexuality and trust, or the topic of separation and reconciliation. I also support you with understanding, empathy, and guidance on issues like parenting or how you can navigate tough times together as a couple.

Your Goals in Couples Therapy – Finding Your Way Back to Each Other
The goal of couples therapy is to strengthen the connection between you and your partner by learning to (re)understand each other better and openly communicate your needs and desires. Through the person-centered approach, you will have the space to define your own understanding of a relationship and decide together how to shape your partnership. The focus is on gaining clarity:

“What would you like your partner to understand that has not been understood so far?”

Emotion-Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) goes a step further by focusing on the emotional needs and bonds that play a key role in the relationship. This approach addresses emotional wounds and unresolved conflicts, often deeply rooted in our feelings and experiences. By addressing and understanding the underlying emotions, we can create a deeper emotional connection and break free from behavioral patterns that burden the relationship. The goal is for both partners to get to know themselves better and be able to verbalize this. Unfortunately, couples therapy is not a medical service, and therefore, it is not covered by health insurance.