4 Best Couples Therapists in New York City
RESULTS-FOCUSED THERAPY FOR COUPLES SEEKING INSIGHT, GROWTH, AND TRUE CONNECTION.
YOU FEEL LIKE YOU AND YOUR PARTNER HAVE ONE FOOT IN AND ONE FOOT OUT OF THE RELATIONSHIP.
You know something has to change in order for you to stay together, but you’re not sure what more you can do.
You wanted commitment, a partnership, and a long-term support system. Instead, the thoughts that run through your mind sound a lot more like:
“Do I have what it takes to be in a healthy relationship?”
“Am I too much? Am I not enough?”
“Can I ever get it right? Don’t they see how hard I’m trying?”
“Is this my fault? What am I doing wrong?”
“Is it too late?”
“Am I even worth being in a relationship with?”
“I never thought I would feel so lost, hurt, and alone inside of a relationship.”
YOU NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO, BUT YOU KNOW THAT YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS ALL HAVE THEIR OWN LIVES AND DON’T ALWAYS HAVE THE ADVICE YOU NEED OR ARE LOOKING FOR.
THAT’S WHERE WE COME IN.
You deserve care.
Couples therapy can help you gain insights and tools to transform your connection and revolutionize your relationship.
Taking care of yourself is not a luxury–it’s essential in a fast-paced world like ours.
Working with a therapist during a rough patch in your relationship can help you manage the issues that are impacting the quality of your love.
That’s where we come in.
HOW CAN THERAPY HELP ME?
Therapy can help you:
Go from self-doubt to self-love. Your therapist can guide you on a journey to deeper self-acceptance and a love that empowers you.
Unleash the love inside of you and discover the potential for deeper, more meaningful love in your relationship.
Embrace your authentic self and build unshakeable confidence in yourself and your relationship.
Be fully seen, loved, and accepted for who you truly are.
Our relationship therapists work with partners who are feeling disconnected and unheard in their relationships. They specialize in guiding couples who struggle with communication to rebuild strong connections and get back in sync.
Arguments no longer have to feel like taking shots at one another. You can identify shared goals and steps to take to get there. You can start looking forward to your future again.
Together with your therapist, you’ll learn powerful tools to express yourselves clearly and navigate conflict productively, fostering harmony and a balanced partnership. You’ll have a safe space to explore vulnerability, intimacy, and connection. With the willingness you have to put in the hard work it takes to come back into alignment in your relationship and the guidance of your expert therapist, you can rekindle your romance and live the life that you long for - together.
Meet Our 3 Top-Rated NYC Couples Therapists
1. Johanna Bellorin, LMSW
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Johanna brings a down-to-earth, relational approach to couples therapy, working with young adults navigating major life transitions. As a bilingual therapist, she offers services in both Spanish and English, creating a space where you feel seen and valued while building practical tools for growth and emotional resilience.
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Credentials: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Education: Columbia University (MSW); University of Central Florida (BA)
Modalities Used: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, grounding techniques, trauma-informed therapy
Maggie Mccarthy, LMSW
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As a therapist, Maggie partners with couples working to heal from past wounds. She brings a holistic perspective that considers both personal experiences and broader societal impacts, supporting clients on their journey toward authentic healing. Through a blend of mindfulness, CBT, somatic work, and narrative approaches, Maggie helps clients reframe their past, challenge negative self-talk, and foster healing across mind and body.
In her practice, Maggie creates a sanctuary where every client's story matters. She honors the profound impact of lived experience while prioritizing client autonomy and safety. Her collaborative approach helps clients understand how various forms of trauma affect their wellbeing, empowering them to reconnect with their strengths and find inner peace.
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Credentials: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Education: MSW, Columbia School of Social Work
Modalities Used: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Somatic Therapy, Narrative Therapy
Lily Ostler, LCSW
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Lily creates a judgment-free space where all identities and relationship structures are welcomed. Her trauma-informed, anti-oppressive approach helps couples navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, and personal growth with genuine curiosity, compassion, and humor while supporting authentic self-discovery and meaningful change.
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Credentials: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Sex Therapist
Education: NYU Silver School of Social Work (MSW); Northwestern University (BS)
Modalities Used: Attachment-based therapy, Narrative therapy, Mindfulness, DBT, CBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
FAQs About Couples Therapy in NYC
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A: Even if you're not sure if you want to stay together, couples therapy can help improve communication and understanding. It can be beneficial for couples experiencing a variety of issues, from communication problems and conflict to infidelity and lack of intimacy.
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A: Your therapist will create a safe space for both partners to express themselves openly and honestly. They will help you identify patterns in your communication and develop tools to manage conflict constructively. The therapist won't take sides or tell you what to do, but will guide you towards a solution that works for both of you. Sometimes couples therapy can lead to a breakup, especially if the underlying issues are too complex or one partner isn't invested in working things out.
However, the goal of therapy is to strengthen the relationship, and even if you decide to separate, therapy can help you do so in a healthy way.
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A: Even if your partner doesn't join you, individual therapy can still be helpful for you to gain tools and improve communication in your relationship. Our therapists are adept at working on relationships with just one partner present.
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