Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Therapy is a compassionate and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and life experiences without fear of judgment. It's a healing relationship — one rooted in trust, empathy, and understanding — where you are met exactly as you are. Through open dialogue and gentle reflection, therapy helps you deepen your self-awareness, process pain, reconnect with your strengths, and move toward a life that feels more aligned, balanced, and whole.

There is no “right” time to begin therapy — needing support is a deeply human experience, not a sign of weakness. If you're feeling overwhelmed, lost, anxious, exhausted, or just sensing that something isn’t quite right, therapy can be a place to breathe, slow down, and begin to make sense of what you’re going through. You might not have all the words yet — and that’s okay. Therapy helps you find them. You don’t have to carry it all alone.

Therapy begins with meeting — truly meeting — you where you are. The first sessions are about creating safety and connection. You’ll have space to share what’s been on your heart and mind, and your therapist will listen deeply, without pressure. Over time, therapy may include exploring patterns, learning new ways to cope, healing past wounds, or nurturing your hopes for the future. It’s not always easy, but you are never expected to do it alone. You are gently supported every step of the way.

The benefits of therapy go far beyond symptom relief. Therapy offers a chance to reconnect with yourself — to feel seen, understood, and accepted. It can help you regulate overwhelming emotions, deepen your relationships, clarify your values, and make empowered choices. Many people discover a newfound sense of hope, self-compassion, and clarity. Therapy is a quiet act of self-love — a commitment to your own healing and growth.

Yes — when both partners are willing to show up with openness and honesty, couples counseling can be a powerful, healing experience. It’s not about fixing each other, but about finding each other again. The Gottman Method, in particular, offers tools and insights that help couples better understand their patterns, communicate more kindly, and rebuild trust and closeness. Even when things feel heavy or disconnected, love can be repaired. Connection can be strengthened. Hope is possible.

There’s no one-size-fits-all timeline for healing. Some people find relief and clarity in a few months, while others choose to engage in therapy over a longer period. What matters most is that the pace feels right for you. For couples, a structured assessment like the 3-session Gottman model can offer deep insight early on, and from there, the journey continues based on your shared goals and readiness. Therapy moves at the speed of trust — and we honor your rhythm every step of the way.