
Marriage and Family Counseling
In-person therapy in Grand Rapids, Byron Center & Kalamazoo
Virtual therapy anywhere in Michigan.
Relationships can feel like a rollercoaster.
Moments of closeness followed by distance. Conversations that escalate instead of resolve. Feeling like you’re speaking different languages, when all you want is to feel heard, understood, and connected again.
Whether you’re navigating communication struggles, emotional disconnection, or the lingering impact of betrayal, it’s easy to feel stuck in cycles that repeat—leaving both of you feeling frustrated and alone.
But what if things could shift?
Imagine feeling seen and supported by your partner again.
Picture arguments that lead somewhere productive, not just louder.
Think about reclaiming the joy, intimacy, and trust that first brought you together.
Couples therapy offers a space to do exactly that.
We use evidence-based strategies, including training from the Gottman Institute, a leading authority on relationship health, to help you and your partner rebuild connection, communicate more effectively, and navigate challenges together instead of apart.
The Gottman Method combines decades of relationship research with practical tools that can be applied right away. It focuses on building friendship, managing conflict without harming the relationship, and creating shared meaning and purpose.
Who this type of therapy is for:
Feel stuck in patterns of conflict, blame, or avoidance
Struggle to communicate without defensiveness or escalation
Want to repair trust after a rupture or betrayal
Feel emotionally disconnected and want to reconnect
Are preparing for a long-term commitment or working to save one
Desire deeper emotional and physical intimacy