Couples Counselling Therapists in Whitehorse, YT
Li Li
Registered Psychotherapist
Li offers relational psychoanalytic and trauma-focused somatic/EMDR/IFS therapy, to support clients in communities such as immigrants, LGBTQ+, neurodivergent (ADHD), and professionals, whose experiences resonate with her own life journey the most. She holds a compassionate, culturally attuned space where clients can explore how early wounds, cultural expectations, and identity intersect.
Mara Behan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I help couples and individuals find growth, healing, and stronger connections. Using evidence-based and individualized approaches, I support those struggling with women's health concerns (e.g., pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, menopause), relationship concerns (e.g., resentment, infidelity), and life transitions (e.g., separation/divorce, parenting). I offer a free 15-minute consultation!
Bonnie Koehn
Registered Clinical Counsellor, Certified Canadian Counsellor
My practice is grounded in a holistic and non-pathologizing approach that is client-centered, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. I offer authentically compassionate and accepting therapy so you can feel free to be yourself. My clients attend virtual therapy from their preferred location- whether that’s the comfort of home, a walk in the park, or over lunch break at work.
Mandeep Lalli
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stuck? Maybe something feels wrong? I help people navigate anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and relationship struggles, with culturally sensitive care that honours your full background, including pressures others may miss. As a South Asian therapist who spent 15 years in the corporate world, I bring lived experience and real-world context to therapy.
Sarah Perone
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I help individuals and couples break painful relationship cycles so they can feel more connected, secure, and confident. I support concerns like recurrent conflict, relationship anxiety (and ROCD), limerence, and resentment. Using an attachment- and evidence-based approach, I offer warm, non-judgmental virtual therapy across Ontario. Book a free 15-minute consultation to get started.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Couples Counselling
What is couples counselling and when should we consider it?
Couples counselling is a form of therapy where both partners work with a trained therapist to improve communication, resolve conflict, rebuild trust, and strengthen connection. It is helpful at many stages — not just in crisis. Couples often benefit from counselling when facing recurring arguments, emotional distance, major life transitions, infidelity, or simply wanting to deepen their relationship before problems develop.
What happens in a couples counselling session?
Sessions typically begin with both partners sharing their perspectives on the relationship's challenges. The therapist helps identify unhelpful communication patterns, facilitates productive dialogue, and teaches concrete skills for navigating conflict and reconnecting emotionally. Some therapists also meet with each partner individually at times to understand each person's experience more fully. Sessions are confidential and structured to give both partners a fair, balanced space.
Which therapy approaches are used in couples counselling?
The Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) are among the most evidence-based approaches for couples, with strong research supporting their effectiveness. The Gottman Method focuses on building friendship, managing conflict, and creating shared meaning; EFT focuses on reshaping attachment patterns and deepening emotional bonds. Many therapists draw on both, as well as communication-focused CBT, depending on the couple's needs.
Can couples counselling save a relationship that is in serious trouble?
Research shows that couples therapy is effective for many couples, even those in significant distress — though outcomes depend on factors including how long problems have been present and both partners' commitment to the process. Studies on EFT show that around 70–75% of couples move from distress to recovery. Counselling can also help couples navigate a thoughtful separation when that is the best path forward.
How many couples counselling sessions will we need?
Most couples see meaningful progress within 8–20 sessions, though this varies based on the nature and duration of the issues. Some couples benefit from shorter, focused work on a specific challenge; others with more entrenched patterns or past trauma may work with a therapist over a longer period. Your therapist will discuss goals and timelines with you early in the process.