Florida Couples Therapy to Rebuild Connection and Communicate Better
If you’re tired of having the same fight over and over, couples therapy gives you tools to communicate, repair, and reconnect without blaming or shutting down.
When couples reach out, it’s usually because…
- Small disagreements turn into big arguments faster than you expect.
- You feel misunderstood, dismissed, or shut down during conversations.
- One of you withdraws, the other gets louder and you both end up hurt.
- You worry you’re drifting apart or becoming “roommates”
- You used to talk about everything… now communication feels tense or awkward.
You want to feel close again.
You want to be able to say what you really feel without worrying about how your partner will react. You want conversations that feel safe.
You want to
- Be on the same page.
- Feel like a team.
- Get back to enjoying each other.
In Couples Therapy, We Focus On:
Understanding each other’s communication and conflict styles
Learning to respond instead of react
Repairing arguments before resentment builds
Identifying patterns that keep you stuck
Increasing emotional closeness and intimacy
Building skills to handle conflict without hurting each other
My Approach to Couples Therapy
I don’t let sessions spiral into the same conflict you have at home. Instead, I slow down what’s happening so you can:
What to Expect in Couples Therapy
Most couples begin feeling relief within the first 4–6 sessions.
Step 1: Schedule a consultation
We clarify what’s happening and what you’d like to improve.
Step 2: Create a relationship roadmap
We identify patterns, set goals, and start practicing new communication tools.
Step 3: Start making changes
You take what you learn from session into your everyday life.
"I am truly confident of her skill and expertise as a clinician and would highly recommend working with Dr. Melissa."
D.R. LMHC
Frequently Asked Questions
What if my partner doesn’t want to come?
That’s normal. I create a structured space where both partners feel heard and respected.
Do we have to be married?
Not at all. Couples therapy is for dating, engaged, married, or committed partners.
We’ve tried therapy before, what makes this different?
My approach is active and directed, I don’t sit back and watch you argue. You will learn skills and tools you can use immediately.
