Couples counseling – professional support for clarification and development
In couples counseling, we professionally guide you on your path to greater clarity – so that growth and new perspectives become possible. We offer our couples therapy flexibly as online appointments or in person – whichever suits you best.
What couples counseling is about
Couples counseling offers a professional framework for making relationship dynamics visible and understandable. The focus is not on assigning blame or determining the right behavior, but rather on recognizing patterns, interactions, and mutual expectations.
Couples counseling does not mean that a relationship needs or can be "fixed". Rather, it opens up a space in which decisions can be made more consciously.
Couples counseling helps couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their relationship. It offers a safe space where both partners can speak openly. Consultation appointments in German or English.
When couples counseling can be helpful
Couples counseling is recommended in cases of recurring conflicts, estrangement, or major life decisions. Many couples seek support when conversations go in circles or conflicts repeatedly escalate. Often, it's less about specific issues and more about entrenched communication and relationship patterns. Couples counseling can be helpful if:
- Conflicts increase or intensify
- Emotional closeness has been lost
- Withdrawal, criticism, or speechlessness characterize everyday life.
- Trust was shaken
- Important decisions are pending
Uncertainty about whether seeking advice is even worthwhile can also be a good starting point.
Common reasons for couples counseling
- Communication problems – conversations escalate or important topics are avoided.
- Crises of trust and infidelity – structured processing after affairs.
- Jealousy – understand the causes and build healthy structures.
- Decision-making aid: Separation yes or no? – neutral support.
- Desire to have children, parental role and patchwork situations.
- Reorientation in retirement.
Systemic couples counseling – a different perspective on relationships
Systemic couples counseling views the relationship as an interplay between two people, each with their own history, needs, and boundaries.
It's not about changing someone, but about understanding how behaviors influence each other.
This change of perspective often brings relief. It opens up new possibilities for interacting with one another – or leads to greater clarity about existing boundaries.
How couples counseling works
Couples counseling begins with an initial consultation to clarify your situation. This consultation is already a full session in which your concerns are carefully assessed.
You gain an initial perspective on your situation and a realistic sense of what time frame might seem reasonable.
Subsequent sessions typically take place at longer intervals. The process is tailored to your pace and your questions. Between sessions, you may be offered suggestions to sharpen your awareness in everyday life. None of this is mandatory.
Which topics can be addressed in couples counseling
- Dealing with conflicts and tensions
- Communication and misunderstandings
- Closeness, distance, and intimacy
- Eifersucht und Misstrauen
- Roles, expectations and responsibilities
- Decisions regarding continuation or separation
Neutrality and impartiality
In couples counseling, we work impartially. This means that both partners are seen and taken equally seriously.
It's not about distributing rights or convincing anyone. The goal is to facilitate understanding and open up spaces for decision-making.
What couples counseling can and cannot achieve – and what it cannot.
Couples counseling is no guarantee for the preservation of a relationship. Not every relationship can or should be continued.
Sometimes counseling leads to renewed closeness. Sometimes it brings clarity that separation is the right path. Both can be responsible outcomes.
Costs and framework
The Initial and clarification consultation kostet EUR 140 and usually lasts about an hour. This initial consultation comes with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not satisfied, we will refund you in full.
Follow-up calls also typically last about an hour. The cost depends on your chosen plan. There is no obligation to book a specific number of calls.
Online vs. in-person consultation
Difference between couples counseling and couples therapy
- The initial consultation covers relationship history, conflicts, and goals.
- Methods include systemic approaches, emotion focus, communication training, and conflict resolution strategies.
The duration varies greatly: some couples experience positive changes after just a few sessions, while others need several months.
- Regular sessions: 60 minutes
- Intensive sessions: 90–120 minutes
- Quick check-in: 30 minutes
- Crisis meetings with flexible slots
- The costs typically range between 80 and 150 EUR per session.
- Private consultation, generally not covered by health insurance.
Transparency, price and booking
Initial consultation with a satisfaction guarantee. Transparent terms and invoice.
Book your appointment online. Evening appointments or online appointments are available upon request.