Couples Therapy
Couples Therapy in New York, NY
If you and your loved ones need support, you may consider couples therapy. Couples therapy is a form of treatment that involves therapeutic conversations and interactions between a psychotherapist and individuals, couples, and families.
Often, the choices you make not only impact your life but the lives of your loved ones. Couples therapists are specially trained to help you improve your relationships with actionable insights and takeaways.
What are the Benefits of Couples Therapy?
Couples therapy can be beneficial for those who want to strengthen and improve their relationships. Couples counseling is a popular form of therapy with proven results.
Couples therapy can help you:
- Discuss concerns with an outside perspective
- Receive solution-focused input
- Stay focused on your relationship goals
- Navigate relationships more effectively
- Make positive, meaningful changes
- Learn how to respond when you feel wronged
- Resolve conflicts, hurt, or misunderstandings
- Gain practical takeaways in a relatively short time
- Enhance relationships with those you love
- Feel encouraged to make changes that benefit your life and relationships
Which Issues Can Couples Therapy Address?
Couples therapy addresses a wide range of relationship and emotional issues, including:
- Marital difficulties
- Parent-child relationships
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Personal issues impacting relationships
- Conflict and communication challenges
Couples therapists typically offer short-term therapy, often with around twelve sessions. Your therapist may balance the time with one-on-one discussions, couple dialogues, or family therapy, all tailored to your specific goals and needs.
Does Couples Therapy Work?
Research from the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy shows that couples therapy can be highly effective, sometimes even more so than individual therapy. Over 98% of clients rate their experience with couples therapy as positive.
Ultimately, you determine what works for you and whether therapy feels successful. Our approach is collaborative, and the work you do outside therapy sessions significantly impacts your outcomes.
Our Approach to Couples Therapy
There are many therapeutic approaches to couples therapy, and your therapist will use scientifically validated methods as you work together on your challenges.
Couples therapists at Park Psychological Services are:
- Trained in psychotherapy and family systems
- Professionally educated through master’s, doctoral, or clinical programs
- Licensed to support mental and emotional well-being
- Skilled in navigating marriage, family, and relational dynamics
Our primary goal is to help you feel empowered to make meaningful changes in a safe and supportive environment.
How Can I Find a Couples Therapist?
Finding the right therapist can feel challenging. You may have questions about your partner’s readiness or your family’s willingness to participate.
Reach out to us at Park Psychological Services. Our experienced couples therapists are here to help guide you and answer any questions during your initial call or consultation. You can also talk with a primary care doctor, trusted family members, or friends for recommendations.
Commit to a stronger, healthier relationship. Call Park Psychological Services today to begin your journey toward lasting change.