Individual Therapy for Relationships


Are you struggling with dating or relationships?

The search for a happy, healthy relationship can be a disheartening process. Dating in today’s world brings unique challenges and frustrations, whether it’s the seemingly endless swiping, being ghosted, or navigating all the dating “rules” and games people play. Our internal roadblocks can have us riding the same emotional rollercoasters and unhealthy “situationships” time and again. This often leads to a cycle of self-doubt and questioning why you struggle while others seem to find successful relationships. 

 

Individual counseling can help you learn healthier relationship patterns and skills.

Whether you’ve been single for years, are coping with a recent breakup or loss, are feeling stuck in a pattern of one failed relationship after another, or are unsure whether your current partner is meeting your needs, there is help and hope. With the support and guidance of an experienced and nonjudgmental therapist, you can unlearn unhealthy patterns, gain confidence, and develop the relationship skills to find fulfillment in a healthy relationship.

Common Challenges Young Adults Face in Relationships

Our Approach to Individual Therapy for Relationships in Washington, DC

Our therapists fully get the pain and frustration of navigating dating and relationships today. We use a warm, authentic, and collaborative approach to support you in getting to the bottom of what has kept you from finding or maintaining a meaningful, satisfying relationship. We will help you identify and build upon your strengths, while developing the skills you need to find and maintain a meaningful relationship. 

Understanding more about yourself is the first step toward a healthy partnership. With our support and your willingness to look inside, you will break down unhealthy patterns, heal past hurts, and let go of limiting behaviors so you can connect with a partner in meaningful ways. 

What’s holding you back from starting individual relationship counseling?

I don’t understand how therapy can help me find a partner.

We’re not matchmakers or a dating app, but what we can do is help you to feel more comfortable with and confident in who you are and what you offer to another. We’ll provide support and encouragement as you develop a better understanding of your needs and what you truly want in a significant other. We can help you bring your best self forward so the dating process becomes less daunting, more empowering… and maybe even fun!

I’m not sure if individual therapy without my partner can really help my relationship.

Relationship therapy can be effective even if only one partner participates. By knowing yourself and growing your individual relationship skills, you can greatly improve your ability to communicate and express your needs, meet the needs of your significant other, and successfully resolve conflicts. Your new insights and patterns will benefit you… and your relationship!

I feel totally exhausted and hopeless about dating, and I’m skeptical that therapy can help at this point. 

We get it! If you’ve been single for a long time or had a string of failed relationships, it’s understandable to feel a bit defeated. Hurts, betrayals, and struggles to find a healthy partner can lead to pessimism and a tendency to feel more guarded and self-protective. But a safe space and the help of a thoughtful and experienced therapist will help shift your thinking, work through painful emotions, and regain a sense of hope and confidence in your ability to find a meaningful and healthy relationship.

Start Therapy for Relationship Issues in Washington, DC and Virginia

Individual therapy for relationship issues at The Sterling Group can help you uncover and unlearn the patterns that have kept you stuck in unfulfilling or unhealthy relationships. We can help you learn to date smarter and with greater intention to find the right partner. You will develop healthier dating patterns and greater self-confidence to pursue the relationship that is right for you! Get started with these steps:

  1. Schedule a consultation with us using our contact form.

  2. Meet with one of our skilled, individual therapists.

  3. Start building the skills and self-confidence you need to thrive in relationships! 

Other Therapy Services We Offer

At The Sterling Group, we know that you are much more than one single issue in your life. That’s why our skilled therapists offer a range of services. If you’re looking for support on an individual level, we offer Individual Therapy and Executive Function Support, as well as EMDR Therapy and IFS Therapy. We also offer Couples Therapy for those that are looking to grow in their relationships. Additionally, our therapists offer services online or in-person in Washington, DC, and Online Therapy in Virginia to cater to your schedule and make it as easy as possible for you to prioritize your healing. We would love to chat with you today about the ways we can support your growth in all areas of life!