Fix the Pattern. Not Just the Fight.
You love each other but can't stop hurting each other. Couples therapy helps you break the cycle of conflict, rebuild trust, and get back to being a team — in Tampa and online throughout Florida.
You feel like you're speaking different languages — and every conversation about the problem becomes the next problem...
Couples therapy isn't about finding who's at fault. It's about understanding why you keep getting stuck and learning to do it differently. Most couples wait too long to get help — the damage piles up while the same argument cycles through, year after year. Starting now is always the right call.
How I Can Help
- Communicate without it escalating — even about the hard topics
- Rebuild trust after betrayal, resentment, or emotional distance
- Get on the same page about money, parenting, intimacy, or major decisions
- Feel like partners again, not roommates managing a household
- Navigate a major transition — new baby, career change, loss — without it tearing you apart
- Make an informed decision about your relationship based on clarity, not fear
Investment & Insurance
Session Rate
$195
per 60-minute session
Free Consultation
15-minute call — no charge, no commitment. Let's see if we're a good fit before you book.
Insurance: Coverage varies by plan. Some plans cover couples therapy when one partner has a diagnosed condition. Superbills provided for out-of-network reimbursement.
Ready to Start?
You don't have to be in crisis to come in. Most couples who get help wish they'd started sooner. Book a free 15-minute call and let's talk.
Book a Free ConsultFrequently Asked Questions About Couples Therapy
Does couples therapy actually work?
Yes — when both partners are willing to engage. Research on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) shows that 70–73% of couples move from distress to recovery, and 90% show significant improvement. The Gottman Method is equally well-supported. The key is showing up consistently and being willing to be honest.
Do we have to be in crisis to start couples therapy?
Not at all. Many couples seek therapy to strengthen an already good relationship, navigate a life transition, or address patterns before they become serious problems. Starting early is always better — it is far easier to prevent damage than to repair it.
What if my partner is reluctant to try therapy?
This is very common. Sometimes one partner is more ready than the other. It can help to frame therapy as "tools for us" rather than "fixing what is broken." Individual therapy focused on relationship patterns is also an option if your partner is not yet ready to attend together.
How long does couples therapy take?
It varies by what you are working through. Many couples make significant progress in 12–20 sessions. Specific crises like infidelity may require more intensive work. We will set goals at the outset and check in regularly on whether the approach is working.
Do you work with LGBTQ+ couples?
Yes. Douglas provides affirming, culturally sensitive couples therapy for all relationship structures and identities. Every couple is approached with respect, curiosity, and zero judgment.
Is couples therapy covered by insurance?
Couples therapy coverage varies by plan. Some plans cover it when one partner has a diagnosed mental health condition. Douglas can provide a superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement. See the Rates page or contact us to discuss your options.