Couples Counselling
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What is Couples Counselling?
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Couples counselling can provide support to couples who are experiencing difficulties within their relationship. ​​Therapy can provide a safe space for each partner to be able to be heard and understood by one another. Couples therapy can enhance connection as well as build communication skills to be able to continue to communicate more effectively outside of sessions.
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Who We Help:
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Couples experiencing conflict
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​Difficulty adjusting to life transitions
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Couples wanting to work through specific concerns and issues
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Relationship difficulties
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Couples experiencing stuck issues which don't seem to resolve
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Therapeutic Approaches:
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The therapeutic approaches that we bring into couples therapy include systemic frameworks and Gottmans approaches. These therapeutic frameworks support each individual in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves and their partner. Through this process, couple can build stronger emotional connections, improve communication, and find more meaningful ways of relating.
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What to expect:
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Session may focus on exploring each individual's family of origin stories, themes of conflict and patterns of communication. Each individual will be provided space to discuss their experiences within the relationship in a supportive and non-judgement environment.
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By creating a shared understanding of the challenges they face, couples can begin to move forward with greater clarity, compassion, and direction. ​​​​
Meet Your Psychologist
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Sandy Hunter
Clinical Family Therapist and Psychologist
My Approach:
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My practice focuses on understanding the person — or people — coming to therapy in the fullest sense. This means looking beyond symptoms or diagnoses to explore personal history, life circumstances, and family of origin — or, as I like to call it, the "first family." I’m particularly interested in how people make meaning of their experiences, as this shapes how they understand themselves and relate to the world.
I tailor treatment to the unique person in front of me, recognizing that each individual brings their own life story, needs, and way of being in the world.
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I believe meaningful change begins with curiosity, compassion, and a sincere effort to see the whole person — not just the problem.
Frequently Asked Questions
Taking the first steps toward therapy can feel a little daunting. I’m committed to making the experience as comfortable and supportive as possible. Below are some common questions clients ask — if you have any others, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
What happens at the first Session? In our first session, we’ll take time to get to know your relationship—exploring its strengths, current challenges, and the areas you’d like to work on. Together, we’ll begin setting meaningful goals for the therapy process. This is also a chance for you to ask any questions and get a feel for how therapy will unfold. Therapy sessions are tailored to your needs. While conversation is a key part of the process, sessions may also include coaching around communication and practical tools to support your relationship goals. These may involve exercises to help build new skills for managing conflict and deepening connection. We’ll regularly check in with you to track progress and make sure therapy continues to meet your needs as a couple.
How Long are Couples Counselling Session? It may be recommended that an initial couple sessions be 90 minutes, Subsequent sessions are typically 60 minutes depending on the couple's needs.
Are all session provided as a couple? While most sessions are attended together, there may be times when individual sessions are recommended as part of the process. Even during individual appointments, the couple is still considered the 'client'. This means that content discussed individually may be brought into joint sessions. Any decision to include individual sessions will be made in collaboration with both partners to ensure it aligns with your shared goals and the overall direction of the therapy.
My partner doesn't want to attend can I come on my own?​​​ Yes. Relationship therapy can be attended by one individual within the relationship. Systemic frameworks which are used in couples therapy, can be used when working with an individual who would like to explore relationship difficulties, patterns and how they can more authentically engage within these relationships.
How much do Sessions Cost? 60minute Couples Counselling costs $240 90 minute sessions cost $360. See fees section of the website for more information on fees.