Every relationship has a story.
We’re here to help you write the next chapter-stronger, clearer and together

We are a completely virtual practice that serves all of Maryland

Living room with a large potted fig tree, a yellow sofa with pillows, and a laptop on the sofa. There is a dark gray armchair with a patterned pillow, and a window on the right letting in natural light.

At Healing Starts Here we specialize in working with couples.

Every relationship has the potential for growth and we provide a safe, supportive space where partners can work toward lasting change.

What we treat:

  • Communication Challenges
    Struggles with feeling heard, constant miscommunication, or difficulty expressing needs.

  • Conflict & Arguments
    Recurring fights, unresolved issues, or conflict that feels unmanageable.

  • Infidelity & Betrayal
    Healing after affairs, broken trust, or emotional betrayal.

  • Disconnection & Distance
    Feeling like “roommates,” loss of intimacy, or emotional drifting apart.

  • Life Transitions
    Stress from career changes, parenting, blending families, or empty nest adjustments.

  • Premarital Counseling
    Preparing for marriage with stronger foundations in communication, trust, and expectations.

  • Intimacy & Affection Concerns
    Navigating changes in physical or emotional closeness.

  • Rebuilding Trust
    Repairing relationships where safety and trust have been shaken.

 

Couples Therapy by the Numbers

Two hands reaching toward each other outdoors, with a waterfall blurred in the background.

  • 99% of couples currently in therapy say it has had a positive impact on their relationship. PR Newswire

  • 76% report that impact is high or very high. Verywell Mind

  • 60–80% of couples who receive therapy show measurable benefits in things like satisfaction, conflict resolution, and emotional connection.
    Bay Area CBT Center

  • 70–90% of couples say couples therapy is beneficial and produces improvements when using well‑established therapeutic models (like EFT or the Gottman Method). couplesanalytics.com

  • 70–75% is a common success rate in studies using evidence‑based approaches, especially for improving relationship satisfaction and decreasing distress. AERCS Therapy

  • Communication improves for a large majority: ~70–75% say therapy gives them better tools for talking and listening. Gitnux

  • About 25% of couples seek therapy because of infidelity issues. ZipDo

  • Most couples see noticeable progress within 5‑6 sessions. ZipDo

  • When both partners are committed and attend regularly, outcomes are usually much better. couplesanalytics.com

  • Premarital counseling: Couples who do it are considerably less likely to divorce. Some studies show reduced divorce risk by 20‑30% or more for couples who engage in premarital or early therapy. WifiTalents

Schedule your free consult