Brittny C. Lyle

Making a marriage or relationship work takes, well...work! But what a beautiful, transformative work it can be. I believe that a true love story is depicted when the relationship allows for the refining of character, a transformation of the heart, and changing of the soul towards the one you choose to love. Typically, in couples therapy, the goal is to reestablish and/or build upon the trust, commitment, and friendship that connected you and your partner at the beginning of your love journey. Therefore, at every turn, we will focus on building intimacy through honest and transparent communication about personal fears, unmet needs, and unspoken dreams. I’ll teach you how to say what you mean and mean what you say while managing your judgments and criticisms towards your partner when conflicts arise. Because, inevitably, couples will be faced with conflict or challenges (e.g., values and beliefs, finances, intimacy, sex, addiction, child-rearing, infidelity, technology, in-laws, etc.) that can feel overwhelming and even seem irreparable at times.      But there is hope! By choosing to push through the hard things that surface in the process, being willing to change within yourself before demanding change in your partner, and continuously showing up for your partner even when you don’t feel like it, you will have the opportunity to create new purpose and meaning for your relationship.