Couples Therapy isn’t just for romantic couples.

When people hear “couples therapy,” they usually think of romantic partners trying to save their relationship, but that’s not the full picture.

Couples therapy (or more broadly, relationship therapy) is really about two people in a relationship who are struggling to understand each other. And that can apply to all kinds of relationships, not just romantic ones.

I work with mothers and daughters who’ve grown distant or fallen into painful patterns they can’t seem to break. I see business partners who’ve hit a crossroads or can’t communicate the way they used to. I’ve even supported close friends who’ve had a falling out and want to repair the rupture, but don’t know where to begin.

These relationships matter just as much. When there's been hurt, misunderstanding, or ongoing tension, having a space to talk things through with someone neutral can make all the difference.

Therapy can help you both speak more openly, listen more deeply, and get to the root of what’s really going on, without getting stuck in blame or defensiveness. You might start to see each other differently, understand one another’s experiences more clearly, and find new ways to move forward, whether that’s rebuilding the relationship or simply being able to communicate with less stress and more respect.

So if you’re in a relationship of any kind that’s important to you but feels strained, therapy might be more relevant than you think.