Couples Therapy

Virtual couples therapy throughout California, with support for clearer communication, stronger connection, and healthier conflict.

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Who is Couples Therapy for?

Couples therapy can help when the same arguments keep repeating, communication feels tense, or the relationship no longer feels as connected as it once did. You may be dealing with emotional distance, defensiveness, trust concerns, parenting stress, a lack of intimacy, or uncertainty about the future.

You do not need to wait until the relationship is in crisis to begin. Together, we can slow down the patterns keeping you stuck, help both partners feel heard, and build healthier ways to communicate. We can also work on navigating conflict, repairing after difficult moments, and understanding one another more clearly.

$180 per 50–60 minute session

Private pay. Superbills are available for possible out-of-network reimbursement.

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When Couples Therapy May Help

  • Frequent arguments or recurring conflict

  • Communication that quickly becomes defensive or shut down

  • Emotional distance or loss of connection

  • Difficulty repairing after disagreements

  • Trust concerns or past hurts

  • Differences around parenting, family, or finances

  • A lack of intimacy or friendship

  • Uncertainty about the future of the relationship

Virtual Throughout California

All sessions are currently offered online to couples located in California. Virtual therapy allows both partners to meet from a private space without adding travel time or another stop to the day.

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A Balanced, Collaborative Approach

Ben Wallman, licensed marriage and family therapist serving clients virtually throughout California

My role is not to decide who is right or wrong. I create space for both partners to speak honestly, feel heard, and better understand the patterns shaping the relationship.

Our sessions may include practical tools for communication, emotional regulation, conflict repair, and rebuilding connection, with the goal of helping you respond to one another differently outside of therapy.

How We'll Get Started

I keep the process calm and clear, so you always know what to expect.

01. Reach out

Fill out a short contact form telling me a bit about what's going on. No commitment, just a first hello.

02. ConsultATION

We'll set up a free 15 to 20 minute call, by phone or video, so you can ask questions and see if I feel like the right fit before you decide anything.

03. First session

This is our first real session. I'll ask questions to get the full picture of what's going on in your lives, so I understand where you're starting from.

04. Ongoing Therapy

From here, we meet regularly, usually once a week to start, and build the work around what's actually helping you.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you’re new to therapy, it’s completely normal to have questions. Here are some answers that may help as you consider your next step.

Still have questions? Contact Me


You Don’t Have to Navigate This Alone

Reaching out can feel uncomfortable. Taking the first step doesn’t have to be. If you’re ready to start the conversation, I’d be honored to help.