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# Couples Therapy

You can love each other and still feel far apart

Perhaps a small disagreement quickly becomes something much bigger. You try to explain yourself, but your partner hears criticism. You go quiet to avoid making things worse, but the silence leaves you both feeling more distant. Over time, it can become hard to trust that reaching out will bring comfort.

In Emotionally Focused Therapy, we explore these moments with care. Beneath anger or withdrawal, there may be hurt, fear, or a longing to feel important to each other. I help you recognize the pattern you get caught in and make room for those deeper feelings, so you can begin responding with greater understanding.

## Our work may include

- Understanding what happens when conflict takes over
- Sharing needs and feelings that are difficult to put into words
- Working through betrayal and other relationship wounds
- Feeling more comfortable with vulnerability and closeness
- Strengthening your partnership through parenting challenges and life changes

Couples therapy also offers space to strengthen a loving relationship or prepare for marriage. You can seek support whenever you want to care more intentionally for your connection.

## What sessions feel like

I help each of you put words to your experience and understand your partner’s. We slow down difficult exchanges and work toward moments where you feel heard and can respond to each other with care. We begin with your concerns and hopes, and move at a pace that fits your relationship.

[Contact Kristina](https://kristinajackson.com/contact)

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