MILIKA CENTER FOR THERAPY & RESILIENCE

Couples Therapy

Healing Hearts, Deepening Connections, Strengthening Love with Couples Therapy

In-office sessions in Encino, CA and online across California.

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Love's Next Chapter: Reviving Hope, Healing, and Happiness

In the beauty of a loving relationship, we find our greatest joy, our deepest comfort, and our most profound growth. Yet, even the strongest bonds can be tested by life's challenges, and the love that once flourished can begin to fade.

At Milika Center for Therapy & Resilience, we understand that every relationship is unique, with its own strengths, weaknesses, and story. Our experienced couples therapist in Encino is dedicated to helping you and your partner write the next chapter in your love story, one that is filled with hope, healing, and happiness.

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Breaking Free from the Pain of Relationship Struggles

Are you tired of feeling stuck in a cycle of conflict, hurt, and frustration in your relationship? Do you feel like you're losing yourself or your partner in the process?

You're not alone.

Common Struggles For Those Seeking Couples Therapy

Feeling unheard and misunderstood

Do you feel like your partner isn't listening to you or understanding your needs and desires?

Conflicts and arguments

Are you and your partner stuck in a cycle of conflict, with no clear resolution in sight?

Trust issues and infidelity

Has trust been broken in your relationship, leaving you feeling hurt, angry, and unsure of how to move forward?

Feeling resentful and frustrated

Do you feel like you're carrying the weight of the relationship on your shoulders, leaving you feeling resentful and frustrated?

Lack of intimacy and connection

Have you and your partner grown apart, leaving you feeling disconnected and alone?

Parenting and co-parenting challenges

Are you and your partner struggling to navigate parenting decisions, co-parenting conflicts, or blended family dynamics?

Life transitions and adjustments

Are you and your partner navigating significant life changes, such as having a new baby, moving, or aging parents?

Financial stress and conflict

Are financial disagreements and stressors putting a strain on your relationship?

With couples therapy, you and your partner can transform challenges into opportunities for growth, deepen your emotional connection, and build a stronger, more resilient relationship that thrives through life's ups and downs.

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Couples Therapy in Encino CA, and online across California

A Deeper Dive: Key Areas of Focus in Couples Therapy

Improve Communication

Effective communication is the foundation of a healthy relationship. Our couples therapy services can help you:

Develop active listening skills: Learn to fully engage with your partner, understand their perspective, and respond in a thoughtful and empathetic manner.

Express yourself clearly and assertively: Discover how to communicate your needs, desires, and feelings in a way that is respectful, yet effective.

Resolve conflicts in a healthy, constructive manner: Learn how to navigate disagreements and challenging situations in a way that strengthens your relationship, rather than damaging it.

Practice empathy and understanding: Cultivate a deeper understanding of each other's needs, desires, and emotions, and learn to respond in a way that is supportive and loving.

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Rebuild Trust

Trust is a fundamental component of any successful relationship. When trust is broken, it can be challenging to repair. Our experienced therapists can help you:

Address the underlying issues: Identify the root causes of the trust-breaking behavior, and work towards understanding and resolving these issues.

Develop a plan for healing and rebuilding: Create a personalized plan to rebuild trust, including strategies for transparency, accountability, and open communication.

Practice forgiveness and understanding: Learn how to work through the emotions and challenges that arise when trust is broken, and cultivate a deeper understanding of each other's perspectives and experiences.

Reestablish intimacy and connection: Discover how to rekindle emotional and physical intimacy, and cultivate a deeper sense of connection and closeness.

Manage Conflict

Conflict is an inevitable part of any relationship. Our couples therapy services can help you:

Identify patterns and triggers: Understand the patterns and triggers that contribute to conflict in your relationship, and learn how to address these issues in a constructive manner.

Develop effective conflict resolution skills: Discover how to navigate disagreements and challenging situations in a way that strengthens your relationship, rather than damaging it.

Practice active listening and empathy: Learn how to fully engage with your partner during conflicts, understand their perspective, and respond in a thoughtful and empathetic manner.

Cultivate a deeper understanding of each other's needs and desires: Develop a deeper understanding of each other's needs, desires, and emotions, and learn to respond in a way that is supportive and loving.

Enhance Intimacy

Intimacy is a vital component of any romantic relationship. Our couples therapy services can help you:

Rekindle emotional intimacy: Discover how to cultivate a deeper sense of emotional connection and closeness, and learn to communicate your needs and desires in a way that is respectful and effective.

Enhance physical intimacy: Develop a deeper understanding of each other's physical needs and desires, and learn how to cultivate a more fulfilling and satisfying physical connection.

Practice vulnerability and openness: Learn how to be more vulnerable and open with each other, and cultivate a deeper sense of trust and connection.

Schedule regular date nights and romantic getaways: Make time for regular date nights and romantic getaways, and discover how to keep the spark alive in your relationship.

Overcome Infidelity

Infidelity can be a devastating blow to a relationship, leaving both partners feeling lost, hurt, and unsure of how to move forward. Out couples therapist understands the complexities of infidelity and is here to support you:

Process the emotions and challenges that arise after an affair: Work through the complex emotions and challenges that arise after an affair, and develop a plan to rebuild trust and strengthen your relationship.

Address the underlying issues that contributed to the infidelity: Identify the root causes of the infidelity, and work towards understanding and resolving these issues.

Develop a plan for healing and rebuilding: Create a personalized plan to rebuild trust, including strategies for transparency, accountability, and open communication.

Practice forgiveness and understanding: Learn how to work through the emotions and challenges that arise after an affair, and cultivate a deeper understanding of each other's perspectives and experiences.

Thriving relationships don't happen by chance.

Successful relationships require intentional effort and dedication. Just as we strive for excellence in our careers and personal growth, nurturing our relationships with love, warmth, affection, and understanding is essential for a fulfilling and lasting connection.

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Why choose our Encino couples therapy services?

Our couples therapy offers a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment for exploring your relationship.

You receive personalized guidance and support from an expert and compassionate couples therapist.

We help turn challenges into opportunities for growth, learning, and connection with your partner.

Our couples therapy in Encino offers a collaborative approach that honors your unique needs and goals

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In-Person and Online Sessions

We understand that life can be busy, and it's not always easy to find time for therapy. That's why we offer:

In-person sessions: Meet with our couples therapist at our Encino CA, office.

Online sessions: Connect with us from anywhere in California, using our secure and convenient online platform.

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ABOUT US

Why Work With Milika Center For Therapy & Resilience

Here at Milika Center for Therapy & Resilience, we understand that seeking help for mental health concerns is a courageous and transformative step.

Whether you're facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, significant life changes, or are on a quest for personal growth, know that you are not alone. Our team is here to offer support and expert guidance every step of the way. Together, we can work towards building unshakable resilience, fostering self-awareness, and unlocking the potential for positive change.

As the MILIKA Founder and Clinical Director, I am committed to fostering a safe and nurturing environment where individuals can embark on their journey towards healing and personal growth.

Thank you for choosing us as your partner in your mental wellness journey. We are so honored and excited to be here for you and help you unleash your inner resilience!

Warmest Regards,
Dr. Kanchi