Couples Therapy
Couples therapy at Dyer Psychology is structured clinical work for partners navigating communication breakdown, relational strain, conflict, loss of intimacy, or significant life transitions. The focus is on patterns — understanding what is actually happening between two people, not just who is right.
Sessions are weekly and conducted with both partners present. Dr. Dyer works from a direct, insight-oriented approach — sessions are productive from the start, not open-ended processing without direction. A free 15-minute phone consultation is available to determine whether this is the right fit for your relationship.
What Brings Couples Here
- Communication breakdown and recurring conflict
- Rebuilding trust after infidelity or betrayal
- Loss of intimacy or emotional disconnection
- Navigating major life transitions together
- Co-parenting challenges and family strain
- Differing values, goals, or life expectations
- Stress, burnout, and its impact on the relationship
- Couples considering separation who want clarity before deciding
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if couples therapy is right for us?
A 15-minute phone consultation is the right starting point. It gives both of you a chance to ask questions and gives Dr. Dyer a chance to understand what you’re navigating. If couples therapy isn’t the right fit, he’ll tell you — and point you toward something that is.
Do we need to be in crisis to start?
No. Some couples come in at a breaking point. Others come because something has been quietly deteriorating and they want to address it before it becomes a crisis. Both are valid starting points. The work looks different depending on where you are, but it’s available at any stage.
What if my partner is reluctant to come?
It’s common for one partner to be more hesitant than the other. If your partner is open to a single consultation with no commitment, that’s often enough to determine whether the work feels worthwhile. Individual therapy is also an option if couples therapy isn’t something both partners are ready for.
How long does couples therapy typically take?
It depends on what you’re working on. Some couples address a specific issue in 10 to 15 sessions. Others engage in longer work as the clinical picture becomes clearer. Dr. Dyer discusses this directly with each couple based on their goals and what emerges in the early sessions.
