Life in Full Bloom Online Therapy
Couples Therapy
Supporting couples through every chapter of life
Online therapy sessions across Ontario.
At Life in Full Bloom Therapy, our goal is to help every person feel...
confident & fufilled
heard & appreciated
Present & calm
“It’s okay to not feel okay.”
All relationships have their ups and downs and go through seasons that are easier and seasons that are harder. Unfortunately, most couples wait on average 5-6 years before seeking help for their relationship. It’s important to know that it is never too late or too early to get help – therapy can be helpful to work through the issues that have built up over years or teach newer couples how to address issues more quickly as they arise to keep the relationship strong.
You can strengthen your relationship with couple therapy designed to foster communication, resolve conflicts, and deepen emotional connection. Our skilled therapists provide a safe space for both partners to explore issues and build a healthier, more fulfilling partnership. Begin your journey together and book a free consultation today! Offering online therapy for couples across Ontario.
At Life In Full Bloom Therapy, we’re here to support you on your mental health journey.
Online Therapy For Couples In Ontario
When you pause and think...
- Are you wondering and asking each other “how did we get here?!"
- Are your patterns of communicating causing each partner to become defensive or critical?
- Do you start to attack each other personally rather than focus on solving the problem you are facing together?
- Do you have difficulty trusting each other?
- Do you feel more like roommates or co-parents than partners?
- Do you feel like you’ve lost the spark, intimacy and respect that you had in the beginning of your relationship?
Your primary relationship in life has a significant impact on the rest of your life. How your home life feels will affect everything else in your world - from your health to other relationships to finances.
Couples Support
We Provide Online Therapy For Couples In Ontario
Our experienced therapists help you reconnect with the present, prioritize self-care, and achieve a balanced, fulfilling life.
Couples therapy or marriage counseling is when a couple works with the therapist to create the change they want to see in their relationship.
Couples come to therapy for many different reasons, such as difficulty communicating effectively, not understanding each other’s view, differences in values or parenting styles, financial stress and big life changes, such as becoming parents.
Sometimes going through major life events together (health or fertility issues, miscarriages, difficult relationships with in-laws or extended family), can “shake up” a couple and it can be helpful to work with a therapist to re-establish a connection with each other again.
Life in full bloom Therapy
How We Help You
We blend modalities such as EMDR, ACT, DBT, CBT, Mindfulness, and EFT to help you bloom into the best version of yourself.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Do you ever feel like you’re not living the life you truly want?
ACT helps people identify what really matters to them in their lives and commit to living according to those values. By focusing on what truly matters, people can lead more meaningful and fulfilling lives.
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
DBT helps us understand how to manage our emotions so that we can stay present and focused on what matters to us and move through our emotions. This approach helps us bounce back more quickly when facing tough challenges.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT empowers people to notice manage their thoughts so that they work for them, not against them. By recognizing that not all thoughts are facts, people can focus on choosing the thoughts that serve them well.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness helps us stay in the present moment, allowing us to find more joy in our daily lives. This practice encourages a deeper connection with the here and now and prioritizing compassion and well-being during moments of overwhelm or anxiety.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
EFT helps people understand the origins of their relationship patterns and emotions. By identifying and noticing these cycles, people can work towards healthier and more fulfilling relationships.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
EMDR is a structured therapy approach that is different than “talk therapy” approaches. The EMDR therapist guides you to briefly focus on a traumatic or difficult memory while experiencing bilateral brain stimulation through moving your eyes in a specific way. This technique has shown to decrease the vividness and emotional intensity of trauma-related or difficult memories.
Empowering You To Live Fully
When you are ready to embrace your potential and live a life you love — we are here.
about us
Why Work With
Life in Full Bloom Therapy
“Everybody lives but not everybody truly experiences life.”
I am deeply fascinated by the transformative power of choices and how they can redefine who we are and how we live. Our choices shape our days and our days shape our lives.
At Life in Full Bloom, we believe that with the right support, we can all find the passion and strength to live the lives we want. Our team will help you make real changes to move towards your goals and the life you envisioned for yourself.
With over 15 years of experience, we provide therapy that is compassionate, accepting, and inspiring. We walk alongside you to grow into a life you love and we use evidence-based therapy practices to help you get the results you need.
At Life in Full Bloom, we help you bloom into a life you love.
Registered Social Worker
At Life in Full Bloom, we believe therapy should be:
Compassionate
Kind and gentle support in your most vulnerable moments.
Aspiring
Learning to dream and have hope again is part of how we help you move towards your best life.
Inclusive
Everybody is accepted and welcome in our safe and supportive space.
Our Approach
How Our Therapy Works
At our practice, we walk with you to create a life you love, using a results-based approach.
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We get to know you
Understanding your history, experiences, and challenges is the first step to building a relationship based on trust and connection. We want to hear your story now and what you want your story to be in the future.
2
We develop a plan
Nothing changes if nothing changes! We work with you to understand your goals and dreams and where you’d like to take your life. Together, we develop a plan specific to your values and priorities.
3
We work together
Each of our sessions is a stepping stone to living the life you want. We adjust your plan as we go, using the skills and strategies we’ve been working on together. We are results-focused with each session designed to help you achieve your goals efficiently and effectively.
Online Therapy For Couples
Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy For Couples
What can we expect during our first therapy session?
Typically, your first session will involve lots of questions and dialogue with your therapist to learn more about your relationship and what brought you to therapy. You may discuss things like your history, other important relationships in your life, your communication patterns, your work and home routines and your current challenges and goals for therapy.
How long does therapy take and how often will we need to go?
The length of therapy can vary depending on the couple and the nature of the issues being worked on. Some people may benefit from just a few sessions, while others may attend therapy for several months or even years. It’s often recommended to start with weekly sessions to gain some momentum on your therapy goals but session frequency can always be adjusted and spaced out based on your schedule and progress. Typically, as things progress towards your goals, you and your therapist will work with you to space your sessions out to bi-weekly or even monthly to see how that feels.
What if we don’t click with the therapist? Do therapists “pick sides” with one partner?
It’s normal to wonder how to handle discomfort with a therapist. If you don’t feel a connection or are uncomfortable for any reason, it’s important to communicate that with your therapist. A good therapist will validate how important your comfort is to make the most progress in therapy and may try switching their approach or even refer you to another professional, if needed.
Therapists are extensively trained to focus on empathy and understanding of diverse perspectives and opinions. As a result, they are typically able to understand and empathize with each partner in their own individual way without needing to “pick a side”. That would be counter-productive to the goals of couple therapy – whether it is improved communication, less conflict or aligning parenting strategies or finances – picking one side would not help in reaching these goals.
How do we know if therapy is working?
Couples often wonder how to measure progress in therapy, but they are often able to tell when things are feeling “better” between them. Signs that your therapy is working may include increased self-awareness and self-reflection in your relationship, less reactivity with each other, improved communication and less conflict, or a sense of resolution or peace around certain issues.
Progress can be gradual but not linear meaning that it’s common to have some setbacks along the way. Learning how to recover from setbacks and repair with each other is a crucial part of therapy, as setbacks are inevitable in life! Discussing your feelings around progress with your therapist can help gauge whether you’re on the right track – they are often able to reflect back to you the changes that they notice happening from their perspective when working with you.
How much does therapy cost and how does payment work? How does it work with my insurance?
Our couples therapy rate is $190 per session.
Once the session is completed, you will receive an invoice with all the necessary information to submit it to your insurance company for reimbursement. We do not bill the insurance companies directly.
We accept Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) and e-transfer to the clinic. We recommend adding your credit card information to your client profile for the most seamless process.
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Positive Outcomes Of Therapy
Every person and situation is unique but with consistency and commitment you may notice:
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Improved Emotional Regulation and Coping Skills
Therapy helps couples develop better emotional awareness and regulation, enabling them to manage their emotions more effectively, alone and with each other. With techniques learned in therapy, clients often find they are better able to cope with stress, anxiety, anger, sadness, and other challenging emotions. This can lead to a decrease in conflict or help disagreements proceed in a calmer and more productive way. Couples often learn to talk things through more calmly and break their previous cycle of arguments, if there was one. -
More positive experiences of each other and with each other
On the other end of the emotional spectrum, couples learn to stay more present and mindful in their positive and joyful emotions with each other, noticing positive interactions more frequently and feeling an increased awareness of when their relationship is feeling better. Often, this creates a better sense of balance around what their relationship can feel like. -
Improved Communication
One of the primary goals of couples therapy is to enhance communication. Couples often learn healthier ways to express their needs, listen actively, and resolve conflicts without escalating tensions. This leads to more open, honest, and empathetic conversations, reducing misunderstandings and frustration. -
Increased Emotional and Physical Intimacy
Therapy can help couples reconnect on a deeper emotional level. As partners work through their challenges, they often learn to share their vulnerabilities, offer each other more empathy, and mutual support. This emotional closeness fosters a stronger bond and a greater sense of intimacy, trust, and connection with each other. Couples report feeling closer and more aligned as a team on the same page. As emotional connection improves, couples often feel more affectionate and connected with each other physically. -
Renewed Sense of Partnership and Shared Goals
Often as life gets busy, couples will lose track of the bigger vision and goals they had for their relationship in the beginning. Through therapy, couples often have renewed conversations about their values, goals, and vision for the future. This renewed sense of partnership strengthens their bond and can reignite a sense of purpose and direction in the relationship. Whether it's parenting, financial planning, or long-term aspirations, therapy can help partners align and support each other’s dreams and goals.
Life in Full Bloom Therapy
How To Get Started
If you’re ready to begin your journey with Life in Full Bloom, we’d love to hear from you. You can book a virtual appointment through our secure online booking platform, give us a call, fill out our contact form, or email us directly. We’re here to help and look forward to connecting with you.
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(289) 812-4141
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Life in Full Bloom Therapy
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