Find Your Path back to Eachother

Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

Empowering Couples to Navigate Challenges Together & Restore Connection.

Couples Therapy to help you and your partner:

IMPROVE COMMUNICATION

Process current &
past stressors

HEAL BROKEN TRUST &
RESTORE INTIMACY

“Why does everything I do seem wrong?"

Every day there is a misunderstanding or small fight that escalates into chaos. I feel like I have to walk on eggshells around my partner. I am so afraid of saying the wrong thing that I just stay silent trapped in my head, afraid of losing them.

We guide you in breaking these cycles, helping you to communicate openly and reconnect with your partner.

Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

Areas of Focus

Communication Problems

Difficulty in communicating effectively, such as frequent arguments, misunderstandings, or feeling unheard.

Infidelity or Trust Issues

Rebuilding trust after infidelity or addressing ongoing trust issues within the relationship.

Intimacy Issues

Challenges with physical intimacy, emotional closeness, or feeling disconnected from one another.

Parenting Conflicts

Differences in parenting styles, disagreements about child-rearing decisions, or struggles in co-parenting.

Financial Stress

Managing financial stress, disagreements about spending habits, or navigating financial decisions as a couple.

Sexual Dysfunction

Addressing issues related to sexual desire, performance, or satisfaction within the relationship.

Life Transitions

Adjusting to major life changes such as relocation, career changes, or the birth of a child.

Chronic Illness or Disability

Coping with the impact of chronic illness or disability on the relationship, including changes in roles and responsibilities.

Cultural or Religious Differences

Managing conflicts arising from differing cultural backgrounds, beliefs, or religious practices within the relationship.

Online Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

Do you ask yourself...

Why is this so hard? Is it supposed to be this much of a struggle?
Are we truly happy in this relationship, or are we staying out of familiarity or fear of change?
Do we still have hope for the future of our relationship?
Have our individual goals and dreams changed significantly? Can we support each other's growth, even if our paths diverge?
Are we willing to put in the effort and commitment required to rebuild our relationship?
Have we grown resentful, or can we forgive past hurts? Is there a path to rebuild trust and emotional intimacy?

Couples counseling can help you develop the relational skills to solve problems, communicate better, and grow closer.

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How Can We Help?

Couples and 1-1 Sessions

Couples counseling often combines sessions with both partners together and individual sessions for each partner. This dual approach allows us to understand the relationship dynamics in a group setting while also addressing personal issues and insights in private to create a custom treatment plan that addresses needs as a couple and as an individual.

Worksheets and Homework

Worksheets and homework assignments are tools used in therapy to encourage continued growth outside of sessions. They help couples practice new skills, reflect on their thoughts and behaviors, and apply what they’ve learned in real-life situations, reinforcing the lessons discussed during therapy.

Communication Skills Training and Development

This aspect of therapy focuses on teaching couples effective ways to communicate their thoughts, feelings, and needs to each other. By improving communication skills, couples can reduce misunderstandings, express themselves more clearly, and build a stronger, more open relationship.

Structural/Strategic Therapy: Systemic Therapy

Structural or strategic therapy looks at the family as a system and seeks to understand and improve the interactions and hierarchies that influence behavior within the relationship. This type of therapy helps couples identify and change dysfunctional patterns in their relationship structure that keeps them stuck.

Experiential Approach

Mindfulness

Mindfulness in couples therapy involves practices that help both individuals become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations in the present moment. This can reduce stress, enhance emotional regulation, and lead to greater compassion and understanding within the relationship.

Collaborative Approach

A collaborative approach in therapy emphasizes partnership and teamwork between the therapist and the couple. This method allows couples to actively participate in their healing process, making decisions together and working towards common goals and a shared vision of the future.

Conflict Resolution Exercises

These exercises are designed to teach couples strategies for managing and resolving conflicts in a healthy and constructive manner. Improving conflict resolution skills, couples can handle disagreements more effectively, preventing them from escalating into larger issues.

Emotional Expression Activities

Activities focused on emotional expression help individuals convey their feelings more openly and safely within the relationship. These activities aim to foster a deeper emotional connection and understanding between partners.

Affection and Touch Exercises

These exercises encourage couples to use physical touch as a way to express care, love, and connection, helping to strengthen the emotional and physical bond between them.

Exploring Family-of-Origin Dynamics

This involves examining the influence of each partner’s family background on their behavior and attitudes in the relationship. Understanding these dynamics can help partners make sense of their own and each other’s responses and behaviors.

Value Exploration - Identifying Shared Values

In this part of therapy, couples explore their individual and shared values to find common ground and build a foundation for their future together. This alignment can guide decision-making and conflict resolution, enhancing harmony in the relationship.

Boundary Setting and Communication

Setting and communicating boundaries is crucial for maintaining a healthy relationship. This process helps couples understand and respect each other’s needs and limits, ensuring both partners feel safe and valued.

Re-Engaging in Humor and Playfulness

Re-integrating or introducing humor and playfulness into the relationship can lighten the atmosphere, reduce stress, and bring joy back and strengthen the bond between partners.

Nirmala Bijraj
Owner & Clinical Director
LMHC, NCC, She/Her/Hers

Aligned Self

Why work with Aligned Self

We believe you are the author of your story. When you have the support you need to reflect on your life – it allows you to uncover who you’ve always been and give you the tools to write the story you want to live.

Our mission is to provide identity-affirming, culturally responsive care to all people with all abilities in all bodies.

We are an open and affirming practice.

We provide inclusive care.

We celebrate acceptance and diversity.

We strive to honor and respect the uniqueness of each person.

Our aim is to help you tap into your inner-resilience, practice radical acceptance, and mobilize the change you need to create the life you envision.

Meet Our Couples Therapists in Orlando, FL

Robert Lamoureux

Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, CST, NCC

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Nirmala Bijraj

LMHC, NCC

Founder & Clinical Director

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

How Couples Counseling Works

Every individual and relationship is unique. We understand that a one-size-fits-all approach does not suit the varying nature of personal interactions. That’s why we offer customized sessions that are thoughtfully tailored to meet the specific needs of each couple, ensuring a personalized and effective therapeutic experience.

Weekly Sessions (50 minutes)

We meet weekly to explore shared experiences and challenges, and aspirations as a couple. This foundation creates consistency in addressing issues through regular support giving couples time to process and implement strategies between sessions

90 Minute Sessions

Combining the benefits of weekly sessions with extended time helps to create more comprehensive exploration and problem-solving, allowing couples to make significant progress while maintaining a manageable schedule.

3 Hour Intensives

We provide focused intensives as one-time sessions or as requested to help you tackle deep-rooted challenges, to help couples resolve major issues, and rejuvenate the relationship by offering transformative insights and breakthroughs in a condensed timeframe.

When you’re ready to create a deeper connection, improve communication, and overcome challenges, Aligned Self Therapy offers specialized couples counseling.

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Possible Outcomes of Couples Therapy

Every person and situation is unique, and as a result, we can’t guarantee any specific results or timeline. However, with commitment and consistency, you may notice that over time you and your partner experience:

Increased emotional connection and intimacy
Improved communication and conflict-resolution skills
Enhanced trust and security within the relationship
Greater mutual understanding and empathy
A reduction in destructive patterns or cycles of behavior and communication
Being able to work as a team for effective problem-solving
Renewed commitment and dedication to the relationship
Appreciation for each other's strengths and differences
Healthier boundaries and expectations
Clarity and confidence in a shared vision for the future

Enhancing Happiness, Elevating Satisfaction & Building Stronger Relationships.

FAQ: Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

FAQs About Couples Counseling Orlando

Couples counseling may be beneficial if you and your partner are experiencing communication breakdowns, frequent conflicts, loss of intimacy, trust issues, or difficulty resolving disagreements on your own.

Couples therapy may be beneficial if you and your partner are experiencing communication breakdowns, frequent conflicts, loss of intimacy, trust issues, or difficulty resolving disagreements on your own.

What can we expect during a couples therapy session?

During a couples therapy session, you can expect to engage in open and honest conversations with your partner, guided by a trained therapist. You’ll discuss your relationship dynamics, explore underlying issues, learn effective communication strategies, and work towards mutually agreed-upon goals.

What if my partner refuses to attend couples counseling?

If your partner is hesitant or unwilling to attend couples therapy, consider having an open and honest conversation about your concerns and the potential benefits of therapy. You can also seek individual therapy for yourself to address your own needs and explore ways to improve the relationship.

How do we prepare for our first couples therapy session?

Discuss with your partner what you hope to achieve from therapy, identify specific concerns or issues you want to address, and make sure you can both approach the session with an open mind and willingness to participate actively.

What are some common challenges couples face in therapy, and how can we overcome them?

Common challenges in couples therapy may include resistance to change, difficulty communicating openly, and differing expectations or goals for therapy. Overcoming these challenges requires commitment, patience, and a willingness to engage in the therapeutic process with openness and honesty.

How long will it take to feel better?

It depends on the commitment and effort you put into the relationship outside of therapy. How you use the skills you learn in therapy in everyday life. The result is based on the amount of time and effort you put into it in your everyday life.

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How Do You Get Started?

If you’re new to our practice, schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation.

The purpose of a consultation is to understand your reasons for seeking therapy and gather information in the most sensitive way possible so that you feel comfortable and prepared when meeting your therapist the first time.

*We offer out-of-network insurance benefits only. Check your coverage below.

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We partner with Mentaya, a concierge service, which will automatically file out-of-network claims for you and help you potentially get partial reimbursement for our services. You can use the convenient tool below to check your insurance and see if you are eligible for these benefits.

Please keep in mind that for out-of-network benefits, you will be responsible for payment at the time of service and your insurance will reimburse you.

Aligned self therapy

Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

Deepen your bond and communication so you can grow stronger together.

Find Your Path back to Eachother

Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

Couples Therapy to help you and your partner:

IMPROVE COMMUNICATION

Process current & past stressors

HEAL BROKEN TRUST & RESTORE INTIMACY

“Why does everything I do seem wrong?"

We guide you in breaking these cycles, helping you to communicate openly and reconnect with your partner.

Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

Areas of Focus

Communication Problems

Infidelity or Trust Issues

Intimacy Issues

Parenting Conflicts

Financial Stress

Sexual Dysfunction

Life Transitions

Chronic Illness or Disability

Cultural or Religious Differences

Online Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

Do you ask yourself...

Virtual Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

How Can We Help?

Aligned Self

Why work with Aligned Self

Meet Our Couples Therapists in Orlando, FL

Robert Lamoureux

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist

Nirmala Bijraj

Founder & Clinical Director

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

How Couples Counseling Works

Weekly Sessions (50 minutes)

90 Minute Sessions

3 Hour Intensives

Online Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

Possible Outcomes of Couples Therapy

FAQ: Couples Counseling Orlando, FL

FAQs About Couples Counseling Orlando

Contact Us

How Do You Get Started?

Book Online

Check your Out-Of-Network Benefits

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Process current &
past stressors

HEAL BROKEN TRUST &
RESTORE INTIMACY