Couples Therapy &
Marriage Counselling
Marriage Counselling
& Couples Therapy
Couples Therapy &
Marriage Counselling
Seeking Harmony in Your Relationship? Let’s Navigate This Journey Together.
Coping with relationship challenges is undoubtedly difficult, and finding the right couple’s counsellor adds another layer of complexity. I recognize the difficulties you might be facing in your search for a therapist who understands the intricacies of relationships, and who brings not only empathy but proven strategies and expertise. I am here to offer that guiding hand — with tailored support and effective tools — to help your relationship flourish.
Who is Couples Therapy For?
For those experiencing frequent conflicts, unresolved issues, or a breakdown in communication, couples therapy provides a structured space to address and navigate these challenges.
For individuals or couples who sense a growing disconnection or perceive a barrier between them, therapy offers a secure and supportive space. It allows exploration and resolution of the underlying causes of emotional distance, promoting a more profound connection through a shared understanding of each other’s needs.
For couples dealing with tension or lacking physical intimacy, therapy offers a platform to openly discuss desires and concerns, guiding the rebuilding of a connection through communication and understanding.
Couples undergoing significant changes, like becoming parents or dealing with career shifts, benefit from therapy to navigate adjustments and maintain a strong connection.
Couples dealing with trust concerns or recovering from infidelity find support in therapy to rebuild trust, enhance communication, and work towards healing.
Individuals committed to personal and relational growth find a platform for self-discovery, improved communication skills, and a deeper understanding of each other through couples therapy.
Maha Elias Couples Counsellor, Victoria BC
Registered Clinical Counselor (RCC)
Comprehensive Family Mediator (FMC)
Canadian Certified Counselor (CCC)
As a dedicated couple’s therapist who is deeply invested in my personal growth and development, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to guide couples through relationship challenges. My genuine passion for helping couples build strong, loving connections stems from both my personal journey and extensive work with diverse clients. Recognizing the uniqueness of every relationship, I tailor my approach to address individual needs, desires, and differences. With a commitment to ongoing effort and dedication, I am here to support you in fostering a fulfilling and long-lasting relationship.
Maha Elias Couples Counsellor, Victoria BC
Registered Clinical Counselor (RCC)
Comprehensive Family Mediator (FMC)
Canadian Certified Counselor (CCC)
As a dedicated couple’s therapist who is deeply invested in my personal growth and development, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to guide couples through relationship challenges. My genuine passion for helping couples build strong, loving connections stems from both my personal journey and extensive work with diverse clients. Recognizing the uniqueness of every relationship, I tailor my approach to address individual needs, desires, and differences. With a commitment to ongoing effort and dedication, I am here to support you in fostering a fulfilling and long-lasting relationship.
As a dedicated couple’s therapist who is deeply invested in my personal growth and development, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to guide couples through relationship challenges. My genuine passion for helping couples build strong, loving connections stems from both my personal journey and extensive work with diverse clients. Recognizing the uniqueness of every relationship, I tailor my approach to address individual needs, desires, and differences. With a commitment to ongoing effort and dedication, I am here to support you in fostering a fulfilling and long-lasting relationship.
Guiding You with Expertise and Compassionate Care.
In my role as a committed couple’s therapist, I draw upon specialized training and a diverse array of therapeutic modalities to enrich our sessions. Whether you’re grappling with communication hurdles, navigating the complexities of trauma, or aspiring to deepen intimacy, my approach is intricately tailored to suit the distinct needs of your relationship. Let’s explore the tools and techniques designed to foster understanding, healing, and growth in your journey together.
BPDM: Balancing Self and Togetherness in Intimate Relationships
The Bader-Pearson Developmental Model (BPDM) is a couples therapy approach by Drs. Ellyn Bader and Peter Pearson. It emphasizes differentiation, the ability to maintain individual identity while being emotionally connected to a partner. This involves nurturing one’s own identity, values, and beliefs alongside emotional intimacy with a partner. The BPDM aims to help couples respect each other’s individuality, balancing independence and togetherness. It encourages navigating challenges and conflicts through a developmental lens, promoting both individual and relational well-being.
Strengthening Bonds with the Gottman Method
The Gottman Method, an evidence-based couples therapy developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, enhances relationships by building friendship, managing conflict, and fostering shared meaning. It focuses on improving communication skills, emotional intimacy, and constructive conflict resolution strategies. The method identifies harmful patterns, such as the “Four Horsemen” (criticism, contempt, defensiveness, stonewalling), and provides interventions to replace these with positive interactions. Overall, the Gottman Method equips couples with practical tools and skills for lasting, fulfilling relationships.Discernment Counseling for Clarity and Decision-Making
Discernment counseling is a short-term, goal-oriented form of couples therapy designed to help couples on the brink of divorce or separation gain clarity about the future of their relationship. The focus is on one or both partners gaining a deeper understanding of their individual motivations, concerns, and the potential for change in the relationship.Healing Together with Trauma-Informed Care
Trauma-Informed Therapy provides a compassionate and secure setting for couples to address and heal from traumatic experiences. This approach is informed by the impact of past traumas, emphasizing understanding, empathy, and the rebuilding of trust. It stresses the importance of effective communication and mutual support, guiding couples to fortify their connection while recognizing and respecting each partner’s individual trauma history. The objective is to cultivate deeper comprehension and resilience within the relationship, enabling both partners to advance with greater confidence and unity.Expert Family Mediation for Harmonious Resolutions
Leveraging my extensive background in family mediation, I seamlessly incorporate conflict resolution and management principles into couples counselling. This enables me to adeptly assist clients in navigating and managing conflicts, fostering healthier communication. My goal is to empower couples to navigate disagreements with greater understanding and empathy, ultimately transforming conflicts into opportunities for developing and enriching their relationship.Enhancing Intimacy: Navigating Sexual Health in Relationships
My expertise in sexual intimacy and health within couple therapy delves into sensitive issues that may affect your physical connection and intimacy. This specialized aspect of therapy not only concentrates on refining communication regarding sexual needs, desires, and challenges but also extends to addressing broader issues such as intimacy enhancement, navigating sexual concerns, and fostering a deeper understanding of each partner’s unique experiences and perspectives. This comprehensive approach aims to provide a supportive space for couples to explore and enhance various facets of their sexual well-being, fostering a more fulfilling and connected relationship.BPDM: Balancing Self and Togetherness in Intimate Relationships
The Bader-Pearson Developmental Model (BPDM) is a couples therapy approach by Drs. Ellyn Bader and Peter Pearson. It emphasizes differentiation, the ability to maintain individual identity while being emotionally connected to a partner. This involves nurturing one’s own identity, values, and beliefs alongside emotional intimacy with a partner. The BPDM aims to help couples respect each other’s individuality, balancing independence and togetherness. It encourages navigating challenges and conflicts through a developmental lens, promoting both individual and relational well-being.
Strengthening Bonds with the Gottman Method
The Gottman Method, an evidence-based couples therapy developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, enhances relationships by building friendship, managing conflict, and fostering shared meaning. It focuses on improving communication skills, emotional intimacy, and constructive conflict resolution strategies. The method identifies harmful patterns, such as the “Four Horsemen” (criticism, contempt, defensiveness, stonewalling), and provides interventions to replace these with positive interactions. Overall, the Gottman Method equips couples with practical tools and skills for lasting, fulfilling relationships.
Discernment Counseling for Clarity and Decision-Making
Discernment counseling is a short-term, goal-oriented form of couples therapy designed to help couples on the brink of divorce or separation gain clarity about the future of their relationship. The focus is on one or both partners gaining a deeper understanding of their individual motivations, concerns, and the potential for change in the relationship.
Healing Together with Trauma-Informed Care
Trauma-Informed Therapy provides a compassionate and secure setting for couples to address and heal from traumatic experiences. This approach is informed by the impact of past traumas, emphasizing understanding, empathy, and the rebuilding of trust. It stresses the importance of effective communication and mutual support, guiding couples to fortify their connection while recognizing and respecting each partner’s individual trauma history. The objective is to cultivate deeper comprehension and resilience within the relationship, enabling both partners to advance with greater confidence and unity.
Expert Family Mediation for Harmonious Resolutions
Leveraging my extensive background in family mediation, I seamlessly incorporate conflict resolution and management principles into couples counselling. This enables me to adeptly assist clients in navigating and managing conflicts, fostering healthier communication. My goal is to empower couples to navigate disagreements with greater understanding and empathy, ultimately transforming conflicts into opportunities for developing and enriching their relationship.
Enhancing Intimacy: Navigating Sexual Health in Relationships
My expertise in sexual intimacy and health within couple therapy delves into sensitive issues that may affect your physical connection and intimacy. This specialized aspect of therapy not only concentrates on refining communication regarding sexual needs, desires, and challenges but also extends to addressing broader issues such as intimacy enhancement, navigating sexual concerns, and fostering a deeper understanding of each partner’s unique experiences and perspectives. This comprehensive approach aims to provide a supportive space for couples to explore and enhance various facets of their sexual well-being, fostering a more fulfilling and connected relationship.
Transform Challenges into Relationship Growth
Every relationship faces its tests, and without the right guidance, these challenges can sometimes seem insurmountable. However, through couples counseling, many have turned these hurdles into opportunities for deepening their bond and understanding. Let’s explore the positive transformations you can anticipate.
Improved Communication
Couples who engage in therapy often experience a significant improvement in how they talk and listen to each other, turning misunderstandings into constructive dialogues.
Renewed Trust
Therapy helps in healing past wounds, rebuilding trust, and fostering a safe, supportive environment where both partners feel valued and understood.
Enhanced Intimacy
Many couples find a renewed sense of intimacy and connection, both emotionally and physically, as they work through their issues together in a supportive setting.
Conflict Resolution Skills
Learn effective strategies to manage and resolve conflicts, transforming potential disputes into moments of mutual understanding and growth.
Stronger Relationship Foundation
Couples counseling helps in laying a stronger foundation for your relationship, equipping you both with the tools to navigate future challenges with resilience and mutual support.
Conflict Resolution Skills
Learn effective strategies to manage and resolve conflicts, transforming potential disputes into moments of mutual understanding and growth.
Stronger Relationship Foundation
Couples counseling helps in laying a stronger foundation for your relationship, equipping you both with the tools to navigate future challenges with resilience and mutual support.
Embrace the counseling journey as a path to a healthier, more fulfilling partnership. The challenges you face today can be the stepping stones to a stronger, more connected tomorrow.
Real Stories of Relationship Transformation
Real Stories of Relationship Transformation
Real Stories of
Relationship Transformation
Maha is an exceptional counsellor, and has helped our relationship immeasurably. She is extremely professional and we feel very comfortable discussing sensitive aspects of our relationship with her. She has an ability to pinpoint the precise issue we are dealing with in the moment and help us work through it. We would highly recommend her services to anyone.
-D. & S.S
Maha is an exceptional counsellor, and has helped our relationship immeasurably. She is extremely professional and we feel very comfortable discussing sensitive aspects of our relationship with her. She has an ability to pinpoint the precise issue we are dealing with in the moment and help us work through it. We would highly recommend her services to anyone.
-D. & S.S
