Sara Miller, MS, LCPC, Couples Therapist
Couples Therapy in Chicago
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Are you struggling with relationship issues? Do you feel distant or disconnected from your partner? Through couples therapy, Sara helps partners find peace by fostering communication, managing conflict, and rebuilding the foundations of the union that are vital to the success of any relationship. She works with clients from all backgrounds, including traditional and non-traditional relationships.
Therapy should be a place where you can feel in charge of your relationship’s destiny, at any age and any stage of the union.
Sara’s job is to support you in making your own decisions for your relationship together. One of the bravest things you can do is reach out and begin the therapy process.
What is Couples Therapy?
Couples therapy is a specialized type of psychotherapy designed to help couples improve their relationship dynamics. The “client” in couples therapy is the relationship dynamic, but the individual wellbeing of each person is equally important to the overall functioning of the relationship. Couples therapy can help partners gain insight and understanding into their relationship issues or presenting concerns and learn the skills to be able to overcome or work through barriers to their relationship success. The overall goal in couples therapy is for each individual to be able to report an improvement in their relationship satisfaction. However, clients will also bring in their own goals for the relationship to work on in the process!
At Confluent Relationship Therapy, Sara provides an environment for all partners to be seen, heard, and better understood by each other, fostering a unique space where empathy and compassion can flourish. Being able to emotionally express yourself in a safe setting is fundamental to getting needs met in the relationship, as it allows both partners to openly share their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment or misunderstanding. This open communication not only enhances emotional intimacy but also plays a crucial role in resolving conflicts effectively. It also lays the foundation to build or rebuild trust, love, and support of one another, paving the way for a more resilient partnership.
Research shows that the longer a couple waits to seek therapy for their issues, the more challenging the process will be to change the dysfunctional dynamics of the relationship. Among busy life schedules and commitments, there may never be a “good” time to start therapy, so why delay the process? Don’t wait until your relationship is on the brink of separation before seeking help!
“Connecting is not magic. Like any other skill, it can be learned, practiced, and mastered.”
–John Gottman, Co-Founder of The Gottman Institute
Common Concerns
High Conflict
Does it seem like you and your partner constantly argue or yell at each other?
Communication Issues
Feel unheard in your relationship? Does your partner not understand you? Do you not understand your partner?
Engagement Anxiety
Worried about taking that next step with your partner? Unsure of what marriage will be like?
Unmet Needs
Unable to express your needs? Or unable to understand your partner’s needs?
Lack of Intimacy
Is your relationship struggling with a lack of emotional or physical intimacy? Struggling to connect with your partner?
Emotional Distance
Feeling lonely or emotionally isolated from your partner?
Infidelity or Betrayal
Recovering from infidelity or betrayal? Trying to work through trust issues?
Life Transitions
Having trouble adjusting as a couple to recent life changes, major life events, or other milestones?
Premarital
Preparing to wed and want to make sure you have the right skills for a healthy marriage?
And more! Reach out to see if Sara can help with your concerns!
All Relationship Identities Are Welcome!
Contact Sara today to get started!
“The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives.”
–Esther Perel, Psychotherapist and NY Times Bestselling Author
Benefits of Couples Therapy
Learn more about your relationship. Through assessment and information gathering, you’ll be able to learn more about your relationship dynamics for the good, the not-so-good, and everything in-between.
Have a professional sounding board. A couple’s therapist can provide honest and impartial feedback so that you both can grow! Having insight is the first step to making a change.
Express yourself to your partner in a safe space. Therapy is a safe space where both partners can express their thoughts and feelings through an open dialogue without judgement or interruption.
Deepen your connection with your partner. By engaging in meaningful conversations and shared experiences, you can foster intimacy and understanding. This goes hand-in-hand with increasing a level of trust and commitment to the relationship, if both partners actively invest time and effort into nurturing their bond.
Increase empathy and understanding of each other. Learn how to cultivate respect and be able to fully hear each other’s perspectives, creating a culture of compassion and support.
Online Sessions
There are many reasons why Confluent Relationship Therapy is 100% online! Here are a few benefits of being fully online:
- Access your therapy sessions during lunch or a break in your day
- No long commute to a downtown therapy office, sitting in traffic, and finding an expensive parking spot each week
- Log in from the comfort & convenience of your home
- Save on gas, train, or bus tickets
- Without all of the above, that means more time available for you to dedicate to the important things in your life!
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Couples topics may include: communication, friendship, attachment, divorce, jealousy, loneliness, in-laws, stress, infidelity, conflict management, intimacy, admiration, love, marriage, children, trust issues
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Confluent Relationship Therapy, PLLC
661 W Lake St Suite 2S, Chicago, IL 60661
312-620-9075
info@confluentrelationshiptherapy.com
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