![Susan Yun, MA., CCC., CPC.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/susan-yun.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Susan Yun, MA., CCC., CPC.
Canadian Certified Counsellor
In T6J 5R5 - Nearby to Wellington.
I employ the 'Prepare/Enrich Online Assessment' tool for couples aiming to enhance their understanding and strengthen their relationships. This tool is highly effective in evaluating and highlighting the strengths and challenges within a couple's relationship. Tailored to couples at any age or stage of their relationship, it offers valuable insights to help them grow and improve together.
![Cheryl McDougall, MSW, RSW, AAMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/cheryl-mcdougall.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Cheryl McDougall, MSW, RSW, AAMFT
Registered Master of Social Work ,
Available for Online Therapy
Creating stronger relationships through the research- based Gottman approach. Couples who wish to develop a deeper awareness and connection in their relationships will benefit in using E- Counselling to enhance communication and bonding. Often when we are in a face to face conversation we are thinking of our next response rather than allowing the other person to be understood. Using a secure and completely confidential web based Gottman trained counsellor will help break down the barriers of communication and improve relationship dynamics. Couples can expect more understanding, respect and intimacy in their relationship. LGBT relationships are welcome.
![Vanessa Iceton, MC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/vanessa-iceton.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Vanessa Iceton, MC
Registered Psychologist
In T5P 3M8 - Nearby to Wellington.
The Gottman Method approach is an empirically based treatment used when couples have become gridlocked. This method starts with thorough assessments that help inform the therapy process through research-based interventions. The goals of this therapy are to learn and practice softened start up communication skills, increase fondness and admiration, manage conflict, create shared meaning, and increase trust and commitment. I have completed Level 1 and 2 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and I use Gottman Method Couples Therapy in my work. Note: this method is not appropriate for couples where violence is occurring.
![Paul Sussman, Ph.D.,R.Psych.(AB),L.Psych.(GA)](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/paul-sussman.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Paul Sussman, Ph.D.,R.Psych.(AB),L.Psych.(GA)
Licensed Psychologist, Alberta and Georgia
In T5R 3K2 - Nearby to Wellington.
I have a significant caseload of relationship therapy clients. I am comfortable with essentially any type of relationship taking place between consenting adults. I accept the orientation(s) of the parties to a relationship, and am as a rule able to come from there. If I have a bias, it is to preserve the being of the relationship, the "we" that emerges when one and another form a bond. My bias notwithstanding, I am able to assist parties to a relationship to achieve a more peaceful separation/termination when that is their choice.
![Al Riediger, Ph.D., R.Psych.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/al-riediger.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Al Riediger, Ph.D., R.Psych.
Registered Psychologist
In T8N 1H6 - Nearby to Wellington.
I define a couple as any two people involved in ongoing interaction. When things go wrong the relationship is unfulfilling and may be hurtful to the participants. All too often things go wrong when the individuals focus on what they want from each other and they become enmeshed in a power struggle. In couples therapy there are no “rules of engagement” but there are skills which can be developed to make the relationship mutually rewarding and personally empowering.
![Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/philip-starkman.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Philip Starkman, MSW, RSW
Registered Psychotherapist
Available for Online Therapy
Loving, successful relationships need to be carefully and skillfully nurtured in the following five areas: Emotional, Intellectual, Spiritual, Sexual, Financial. Couples who are ready to do ongoing work on their relationships are richly rewarded with a loving, meaningful and joyful life together. Committed relationships that have the possibility of morphing into long term relationships benefit greatly by being guided by the Gottman research on relationships as well as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Premarital Counselling prepares a couple for a new stage in their relationship by identifying potential areas of conflict and strength and developing tools to create a strong foundation.
![Jack Lewis, R.Psych., C. Psychol., AFBPSs.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/jack-lewis.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Jack Lewis, R.Psych., C. Psychol., AFBPSs.
Registered Psychologist
In T8N 5A7 - Nearby to Wellington.
Working with couples is a particular love of mine. Being in a relationship that continuously grows and evolves I know the value of a good relationship. When it does not thrive it can be miserable. Having an objective outsider who is skilled in pointing out negative patterns and helping you work through hurts and grievances can often save a relationship that appeared doomed. We always need to be able to express our wants and needs and feel heard and equally we need to do the same for our partners. The latter is not always so easy but that can be where the gold is! Of course we often feel its a one way street and then different strategies have to be applied.
![Aliya Manji, MA, RPsych](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/aliya-manji.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Aliya Manji, MA, RPsych
Registered Psychologist
In T6H 5P9 - Nearby to Wellington.
I will work with you to develop skills in communication, conflict resolution, and building emotional intimacy and trust in your relationship. I have training in the Gottman Couples Method and have seen couples benefit from the tangible skills taught with this method. Investing in Couples Therapy can be worthwhile at any point in your relationship whether you are dating, married, or common-law partners.
![Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kevin-fleming,-ph.d..jpg)
Couples Counselor
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
At Home or Private Discreet Intensives
What are the most common couples' issues? If you are thinking "communication, conflict, sex, money, child rearing" you are correct. However, most therapists will go after the symptom on each side of the couple fence thinking that the way to effective change is by getting each party to "work" on their respective "issue". Many times the parties don’t agree but comply. Imagine if you could align the unconscious brains of a couple and stop the "working on your issues" part that has become so popular in therapy settings? Contact kevin@kevinflemingphd.com to learn how! Or call 877-606-6161. DR. FLEMING'S NEW RELATIONSHIP/COUPLES INTENSIVES. www.kevinflemingphd.com/marriage-couples-retreats.php
![Bharat Sharma, MPCC, RPC, CCAC, DCA, SAP](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/bharat-sharma.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Bharat Sharma, MPCC, RPC, CCAC, DCA, SAP
Master Practitioner in Clinical Counselling
In T6K 4C1 - Nearby to Wellington.
My therapy is focused on helping Couple's relationships improvement. My commitment is to listening closely and finely adapting mine counseling to the individual coming in for help. I am trained in CBT, and family systems therapy andI I enjoy working with people of diverse cultures and background. Many troubling issues in current Couple's relationships are rooted in patterns established in their childhood. In my counseling sessions, I look at the lifestyle you learned to relate as a child and how that behavior interferes with experiencing freedom and intimacy today. I guide my clients to begin a trusting relationship where they can speak honestly with their partner of the issues that most crash them and the events where they have felt anger, fear,...(view profile to read more)
![Tamara Hanoski, Ph.D, R.Psych](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/tamara-hanoski.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Tamara Hanoski, Ph.D, R.Psych
Registered Psychologist
In T6B 3J4 - Nearby to Wellington.
I often work with couples who are struggling in an effort to develop effective communcation, express feelings appropriately, overcome infidelity, deal with parenting conflicts, address unresolved issues, establish more of a connection with one another, adjust to various life transitions (such as having a baby), and deal with day-to-day struggles (such as housework). I use a variety of techniques to address these difficulties, with the ultimate goal of establishing a sense of goodwill and connection, so that each partner has empathy and support for the other, and they can create a sense of being a true team as they navigate life together.
![Landon Hildebrand, MA](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/landon-hildebrand.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Landon Hildebrand, MA
Registered Psychologist
In T6E 1Z9 - Nearby to Wellington.
Being in a relationship is not always easy. Sometimes our experiences from relationships in the past, including our own families, can make this even more difficult. It can be hard to love someone when resentment, fear, anger, and confusion stand in the way. As a couples/relationship therapist its my role to help your sort out these concerns and find more effective ways of communicating so that you might be able to love and care more freely with greater trust and openness. LGBTQ2+ Friendly.
![Dina Curran, BA RPCC CT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/dina-curran.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Dina Curran, BA RPCC CT
Registered Professional Counsellor
In T6E 4A4 - Nearby to Wellington.
In couples counselling, I create a supportive space to help partners communicate more openly and effectively. I use tools and techniques, primarily from the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), to strengthen connection and resolve conflicts. These approaches help couples understand each other’s needs and build trust. I guide partners in exploring their emotions, communication patterns, and shared goals, helping them develop a deeper connection and a stronger, healthier relationship.
![Claire Simpson, MA, CCC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/claire-simpson.jpg)
Couples Counselor
Claire Simpson, MA, CCC
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Canadian Certified Counsellor
Available for Online Therapy
In couples therapy, I draw from both Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help partners reconnect, understand each other, and build hope for the future. I create a space where partners can express their needs, emotions, and vulnerabilities in a way that deepens their emotional connection. Together, we work on strengthening their bond by identifying negative cycles and helping them respond to each other’s emotional needs with compassion and understanding. By combining these approaches, I help couples build trust, improve communication, and develop a more secure, loving connection that fosters lasting hope and growth.
![Andrea (Thrall) Dobbs, MACP, R.P Psych](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/andrea-(thrall)-dobbs.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Andrea (Thrall) Dobbs, MACP, R.P Psych
Registered Psychologist
In T8N 6B9 - Nearby to Wellington.
We offer couples counselling from both an Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) approach as well as incorporating the Gottman Method. Our focus incorporates understanding attachment histories and how they influence current relational patterns. We also support couples to more effectively express themselves, understand where their partner is coming from, as well as strengthen their skills in navigating conflict.
![Hilda Huj, B.A., M.A.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/hilda-huj.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Hilda Huj, B.A., M.A.
Registered Clinical/Counselling and Forensic Psychologist
In T5K 1C5 - Nearby to Wellington.
In my work I am enabling couples to resolve disagreements, or agree to disagree, without becoming disconnected or abusive. Given that different couples might need different types of intervention, the mechanisms of change vary accordingly. Therefore, in order to achieve change and enable growth, I am using an integrative approach, which I tailor to suit the needs, experiences, and personal circumstances of the couple.
![ShiftGrit Psychology & Counselling, R. Psych, MACP, MSW, RSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/shiftgrit-psychology-0-counselling.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
ShiftGrit Psychology & Counselling, R. Psych, MACP, MSW, RSW
Psychologists, Counselor, Child Psychologist, Marriage Counsellor, Mental Health Clinic, Mental Health Service, Social Workers
In T5N 1R7 - Nearby to Wellington.
In a relationship, each member is responsible for an equal share of the dynamic. In a family, that means it splits between the amount of people, and in a couple it’s 50% created by each partner. This 50% is the result of the individual’s needs- both functional and dysfunctional. Functional needs relate to biological drives, culture, relationship goals, values, etc. Dysfunctional needs come from limiting beliefs, which are internalized in our childhood. They create needs like: the need to be in control, or the need to protect oneself. The needs, whether functional or dysfunctional, can balance each other out, creating a “stabilizer” or they can become unmet needs.
![Kim Silverthorn, B.A., R.P.C., M.P.C.C., C.T](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kim-silverthorn.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Kim Silverthorn, B.A., R.P.C., M.P.C.C., C.T
Psychotherapist
In T4X 0A6 - Nearby to Wellington.
Couples often need a little support as they navigate the challenges that exist in every relationship. There are many complicating factors that impact the success of a relationship - children, finances, and different childhood experiences can all create a rollercoaster ride of emotions that can add confusion to the love that two people feel for one another. Learning how to communicate clearly, how to argue appropriately, and how to demonstrate appreciation and value for one another are the essential building blocks to a loving and intimate relationship that will last.
![WJW Counselling and Mediation, RPscyh, CSW, RSW, MED/ARB, DMFT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/wjw-counselling-and-mediation.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
WJW Counselling and Mediation, RPscyh, CSW, RSW, MED/ARB, DMFT
Registered Psychologist Registered Clinical Social Work RSW Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy
In T8N 1B4 - Nearby to Wellington.
I have been told that I have well accepted and a results oriented approach with my clients. This approach moves beyond the conventional session structure providing you, the client, a greater opportunity to utilize the tools and insight gained in session. My goal for clients is to move through counselling in the most efficient way without a requirement for long-term, ongoing therapy. My methods will give you the opportunity to become free of the chronic stress and emotional drain of the issues that you are facing. This solution focused approach helps you to resolve issues and move forward to fully enjoy your life and purpose. I am also a trained Gottman Method Couples Therapist; well known Psychol....
![Tori Hornbacher, MC, R. Psych.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/tori-hornbacher.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Tori Hornbacher, MC, R. Psych.
Registered Psychologist
In T8H 0H9 - Nearby to Wellington.
Working together with couples for pre-marriage counselling, couples issues, or marriage counselling allows clients to work through the issues (the "ripples" in the carpet) that they continue to trip over. Client's begin to connect with each other, reconcile the relationship, improve communication and intimacy, rebuild trust, as well as many other enhancements.
![Samuel Platts, CSAT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/samuel-platts.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Samuel Platts, CSAT
Registered Psychologist (Alberta, #4832)
In T5K 0J8 - Nearby to Wellington.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. I help couples heal from the wounds that prevent us from feeling safe and secure in our relationships. These wounds sometimes happened to us long before we found our current partner, and sometimes there is betrayal in the marriage. I help clients recognize how these wounds affect our emotions and behaviors in a way that prevents us from getting what we are most longing for: connection in love.
![Debbie Grove, Ph.D., R.Psych.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/debbie-grove.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Debbie Grove, Ph.D., R.Psych.
Registered Psychologist
In T6R 0P2 - Nearby to Wellington.
Over the years, I have worked with couples helping them improve their relationship, prepare for marriage, amicably separate or divorce, and do so in ways that are also healthy for their children. What I call the Building Blocks of Being a Couple, I help couples explore these aspects of their relationship: Acknowledging each other’s perspectives, Learning about the meaning of behaviours, Exploring the effects on emotional well-being, and Co-exploring stressors that are impacting the relationship. Building a healthy relationship includes: Improving communication, Working together as a team for problem-solving and a healthy family life, and Living with joy, intimacy, harmony, and love.
![Nest Integrative Wellness, Inc.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/nest-integrative-wellness.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Nest Integrative Wellness, Inc.
RSW, CCC
In T5N 1S3 - Nearby to Wellington.
Although relationships ebb and flow, the experience of pregnancy and parenthood can impact a couple greatly. As you and your partner navigate your new roles and identities, it is not uncommon to be navigating changes in your relationship. Our therapists can help you and your significant other navigate these changes together and work to strengthen your relationship.
![Kirthana Ramani, M.Sc., R.Psych.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/kirthana-ramani.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Kirthana Ramani, M.Sc., R.Psych.
Registered Psychologist
In T5K 1C5 - Nearby to Wellington.
Most people deeply desire a warm and healthy relationship with a spouse or partner. However it requires work and effort, and is not an easy process for either individual in the relationship. On the other hand, the benefits of the effort put in are inevitably well worth it in the long run. If you're looking to work out differences and move towards a more harmonious relationship, I can work with you to find love, acceptance and the tools that work best for you and your relationship.
![Michelle Vandegriend, Ph.D., Registered Psychologist](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/michelle-vandegriend.jpg)
Couples Counsellor
Michelle Vandegriend, Ph.D., Registered Psychologist
Registered Psychologist, Certified Gottman Therapist
In T8N 6K4 - Nearby to Wellington.
Dr. Vandegriend is a Registered Psychologist and Certified Gottman Therapist specializing in working with couples/marriage/relationships and implements a practical, easy-to-talk to, and results oriented approach. Areas of focus are: better communication; working through conflicts and areas where they just feel "stuck"; managing transitions better together (ie. new parents, retirement); healing after infidelity and establishing greater trust, respect and connection between each other; and deepening levels of intimacy. www.stalbertcounselling.com