How RelationshipsandMore.com Helps Couples Heal, Reconnect, and Grow

Couples who walk through our doors at RelationshipsandMore.com often ask one essential question:
“What approach do you use in therapy, and how do we know it will work for us?”

It’s an important—and understandable—question. In a city as diverse and fast-paced as New York, relationships are influenced by cultural backgrounds, career stress, family obligations, and everyday emotional strain. No two couples are the same, so why would we offer a one-size-fits-all solution?

In this post, we’ll break down the proven therapeutic methods we use at RelationshipsandMore.com, explain how we tailor our approach to each unique relationship, and help you feel confident about what to expect when you start couples counseling with us.

Why the Method Matters in Couples Therapy

The method or therapeutic approach a counselor uses shapes the tone, structure, and tools used in your sessions. At RelationshipsandMore.com, we believe that therapy must be collaborative, structured, and research-backed—because your relationship deserves real, lasting results.

Whether you’re facing breakdowns in communication, recurring arguments, infidelity, or just feeling emotionally distant, the methods we use aim to create safety, clarity, and actionable growth.

Our Core Therapeutic Methods

We use an integrative approach that draws from the most respected, evidence-based couples therapy models. Our clinicians are trained in the following methods and will choose the right one(s) for your needs.

1. Gottman Method Couples Therapy

Developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, this method is based on decades of research on what makes relationships succeed—or fail.

Key Focus Areas:

Enhancing emotional connection and friendship
Managing conflict through proven techniques
Repairing trust and rebuilding intimacy
Creating shared goals and meaning

What It Looks Like in Session:

You’ll learn structured ways to discuss tough topics, identify negative patterns (like the “Four Horsemen”), and practice new communication strategies with your partner. Many couples find Gottman tools refreshingly practical.

2. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

EFT is a gentle, attachment-based model that helps couples move from disconnection to bonding by identifying deeper emotional needs beneath surface-level conflict.

Key Benefits:

Rebuilds emotional safety and security
Helps you understand reactive patterns
Encourages vulnerability and empathy
Ideal for couples who “love but feel distant”

What You’ll Do:

Your therapist will help you slow down conversations, explore unmet emotional needs, and guide you toward new emotional responses. It’s especially helpful when couples feel “stuck” in cycles of conflict or silence.

3. Imago Relationship Therapy

Imago therapy explores how your childhood experiences and unmet needs shape your romantic relationship. The idea is that we unconsciously seek partners who mirror our early life dynamics—both the good and the challenging.

Why It Works:

Deepens insight into your relationship triggers
Encourages conscious communication
Replaces blame with curiosity
Creates opportunities for healing old wounds

Session Style:

You’ll engage in “Imago dialogue,” a safe and structured way of speaking and listening. Many couples experience major breakthroughs in just a few sessions.

4. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Couples

CBT focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In couples therapy, we use CBT tools to identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns that fuel conflict or emotional disconnection.

What CBT Helps With:

Misinterpretations and assumptions in communication
Anxiety, depression, or anger affecting the relationship
Setting goals and practicing problem-solving
Increasing accountability and personal growth

Practical Tools Include:

Thought logs
Reframing exercises
Behavior tracking
Goal-setting assignments between sessions

Integrative and Personalized Care

At RelationshipsandMore.com, we know that no two couples are the same. That’s why we don’t rigidly follow just one model. Our therapists are trained to adapt their approach based on:

The stage of your relationship
The issues you’re facing (e.g., trust, sex, parenting, trauma)
Your personality styles
Cultural or faith-based values

We’re here to meet you where you are—whether you’re coming in after years of disconnection or you just want to strengthen your bond before marriage or a big life change.

Why Our Approach Works for NYC Couples

Living and loving in New York brings unique challenges. Long commutes, high-pressure jobs, shared apartments, financial demands, and family expectations can wear down even the strongest couples.

Our therapy is grounded in empathy, efficiency, and evidence—so you don’t just talk about your problems. You solve them.

We work with couples from:

Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island
Westchester County and surrounding suburbs
Diverse cultural, religious, and LGBTQ+ backgrounds

What Our Clients Say

“Our therapist helped us break cycles we didn’t even realize we were stuck in. The tools were easy to understand and made a real difference right away.”
— A & M, Brooklyn

“We came to therapy on the brink of separation. Three months later, we’re communicating like never before. It saved our marriage.”
— J & L, Westchester

What to Expect When You Begin

Initial Consultation: We’ll learn about your relationship and match you with a therapist who aligns with your needs.
Customized Plan: Your therapist will recommend the method (or mix of methods) that best fit your goals.
Real Progress: Sessions are structured, action-oriented, and always supportive.

Ready to Strengthen Your Relationship?

If you’re searching for couples therapy in New York, you deserve care that’s compassionate, experienced, and tailored to you. At RelationshipsandMore.com, we’re here to help you reconnect, communicate better, and build the relationship you want.

👉 Call (914) 548-8645 or Schedule a Consultation today.

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