Couples Counseling

Why Couples Counseling?

Common relationship concerns that are addressed in therapy, include:

• Frequent arguments.

• A lack of emotional and physical intimacy and closeness.

• Specific concerns such as parenting as a team, money, and infidelity.

• Poor communication.

• A lack of trust.

The Assessment Phase

Couples start with an assessment process to provide personalized treatment, which includes:

• An initial intake/consultation appointment.

• Two individual appointments (one for you and one for your partner).

• Completion of questionnaires by both partners (The Gottman Relationship Checkup).

• A feedback session to review Dr. Crane’s findings and help create a treatment plan.

Therapeutic Interventions

Dr. Crane utilizes principles from the Gottman Method, which include increasing closeness and intimacy, addressing conflict respectively, and building a life of shared meaning together. The Gottman Method is a research based approach to improve relationships.