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Couples Counseling

Therapy for Individuals, Couples & Families — Agoura Hills and Ventura, California

 

Couples Therapy: Building Stronger Connections

 

Couples therapy serves as a powerful tool for partners looking to enhance their relationship by addressing ongoing conflicts and improving communication. Whether you're dealing with entrenched issues or seeking to strengthen your bond, the goal of couples therapy is to rebuild and heal the relationship and help partners become unstuck from gridlocked situations, allowing them to move forward with clarity and resolve.

At Malibu Lake Therapy, Maxcy, our experienced couples therapist in Ventura and Agoura Hills, utilizes the Gottman Method—an empirically validated approach focusing on fostering healthy communication and mutual respect. Additionally, Maxcy incorporates Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), a structured approach that emphasizes understanding communication patterns and attachment styles to deepen emotional connections. Maxcy also provides premarital counseling in Ventura and Agoura Hills, helping couples lay a strong foundation for their future.

Furthermore, with a Year-Long Psychoanalytic Couples Therapy Training at the Newport Psychoanalytic Institute, Maxcy is a highly trained marriage counselor in Ventura and Agoura Hills. This diverse training enables Maxcy to tailor therapy sessions to meet the unique needs of each couple, promoting a nurturing and supportive environment conducive to lasting change.

Contact us to begin your journey towards a stronger, more fulfilling partnership.

 
 

COUPLES Counseling

Romantic relationships inherently come with a variety of challenges and complexities. At Malibu Lake Therapy, we recognize that maintaining a healthy relationship requires diligent effort and open communication. Couples therapy provides a safe space to address and work through these issues before they escalate and breed resentment or contempt. For those seeking a couples therapist in Ventura and Agoura Hills, our therapeutic process helps partners learn and practice new skills and communication styles, enabling them to express their needs and understand each other more profoundly. As an experienced marriage counselor in Ventura and Agoura Hills, we focus on fostering self-awareness and empathy—key components in building a more loving, supportive, and enjoyable partnership. By investing in your relationship through couples therapy, you can transform challenges into opportunities for deeper connection and personal growth, paving the way for a more resilient and fulfilling bond. Contact us today to strengthen and enrich your relationship journey.


Premarital Counseling

Premarital counseling is an invaluable step for couples preparing to enter into marriage. At Malibu Lake Therapy, we offer a tailored approach that focuses on fostering open communication, setting realistic expectations, and helping partners understand each other's needs, values, and goals. For those seeking premarital counseling in Ventura and Agoura Hills, our sessions address key topics such as conflict resolution, financial planning, intimacy, and decision-making to ensure couples start their journey together with a united front. By exploring these areas, couples can identify potential challenges and develop healthy strategies to manage them. Our skilled therapist, Maxcy, utilizes evidence-based techniques to guide couples in cultivating strong relationships based on mutual respect and understanding. Premarital counseling is an investment in your future, offering insights and tools that promote a thriving partnership. Contact us to schedule a consultation and embark on the path to a resilient and joyful marriage.