Couples Therapy: When to Start and What the First Session Looks Like

Don't wait for a crisis

Most couples come to therapy only when things get really difficult. However, couples therapy works best when partners seek support early.

Signs it's time for couples therapy

• Recurring arguments about the same topics
• Feeling emotionally distant
• Communication difficulties
• Loss of physical intimacy
• Infidelity or loss of trust
• Major life changes

What does the first session look like?

The first session is a safe space for conversation. The therapist isn't a judge and doesn't take sides.