Marriage Counselling That Cuts
Through the Noise

Marriage counselling and couples therapy both support relationships, but they serve slightly different needs.

Marriage counselling is for couples who are in a long-term commitment. Often, they are dealing with disconnection, betrayal, resentment, or the slow drift that happens when life gets busy and painful patterns go unchecked. This work focuses on repair, reconnection, and rebuilding trust.

Couples counselling is for any stage of relationship—whether you’re dating, living together, feeling unsure, or navigating conflict before making long-term decisions. It helps clarify roles, communication habits, and shared vision.

The work I offer—based in Relational Life Therapy—is not about surface advice or communication tips. It’s about getting honest, facing the real dynamics underneath the struggle, and learning how to show up with courage and care.

It’s not about what you call the relationship. It’s about how you choose to work inside it.

Finding the right couples counsellor isn’t just about credentials—it’s about connection, clarity, and the kind of work you’re ready to do together.

Start by looking for someone who works specifically with couples, not just individuals. Many therapists have little or no formal training in relationship dynamics. Look for someone trained in approaches like Relational Life Therapy (RLT), which focuses on honesty, accountability, and real change—not just talk.

Next, take time to read through their website or bio. Are they speaking to what you’re facing? Do they work with couples at your stage of relationship? Do they offer a free intro session so you can feel it out before committing?

Also, know this: in Canada, couples counselling is often not covered by insurance. Most providers classify it as self-help or coaching—not a medically necessary treatment. That’s why I offer a free 30-minute intro session—so you’re not paying just to test the waters.

The most important thing?
Choose someone you both feel safe with—someone who will challenge you, support you, and guide you through the real work ahead.

Fees and Service Comparisons

See my Comparison Chart: https://www.rltmarriagecounselling.ca/cost-comparison

The comparison table on this page is designed to give you an overview of the differences between RLT Marriage Counselling and general therapy.

We've compared a variety of factors. This includes the qualifications and training of our counsellor, the average session length and duration, our fees, and the additional services we offer, such as online sessions and extended counselling hours.

By understanding the differences, you can make an informed decision about which type of counselling is right for you and your relationship.

Yes—but only if both people are willing to show up and do the work.

A relationship can feel broken for many reasons: betrayal, resentment, disconnection, or years of silent frustration. It might seem beyond repair. But with the right support, many couples do find their way back to trust, clarity, and connection.

What matters most is not how far apart you feel right now—it’s whether you’re both still willing to try.

The work I do through Relational Life Therapy focuses on what’s real. We cut through the blame, name the patterns, and learn how to rebuild from a place of honesty and accountability. Even if you’re not sure the relationship can be saved, therapy can help you find clarity on what’s next—together or apart.

No relationship is perfect. But real change is possible when both partners are willing to face the truth and start showing up differently.

That’s actually very common. We can start with whoever is willing to begin the work. Many partners come around once they see that this isn’t about blame—it’s about building something better together.

Almost all sessions are done together. This isn’t individual therapy—it’s relationship work.

We focus on the dynamic between you, not on assigning blame or picking sides. There may be moments during a session when I turn more directly to one of you, especially if something personal needs to be addressed. But the work stays grounded in your connection as a couple.

You’re not in this alone—and the growth happens when you’re both in the room, facing it together.

RLT is not talk therapy. It’s direct, deep, and practical. I won’t just sit back and ask, “How does that make you feel?” I’ll actively guide you, offer feedback, and give you the real tools you need to make change.

I offer day, evening, and weekend sessions—and often have space available within the week.

We start with a free 30-minute intro session so you can ask questions, get a feel for the work, and decide if it’s the right fit.

When you’re ready, I’m here. Let’s get started.

That’s no problem at all.

All sessions are held online, which means you can join from anywhere—whether you're in the same house or halfway across the province. As long as you each have a quiet space and a decent connection, the work can happen.

Many of the couples I work with travel for work, live in different towns, or have shifting schedules. We make it work—because your relationship deserves that kind of flexibility.