Couples Therapy in Charleston, SC

with

Alexis Jones, MS, LMFT — Couples Therapy Specialist

Rebuild trust. Strengthen connection. Feel like a team again.

Feeling Disconnected From the One You Love?

If you’ve been arguing more, feeling distant, or wondering where the spark went — you’re not alone. Relationships change under stress and miscommunication, and this leads to unmet needs.

You don’t have to stay stuck in the same patterns.

Couples therapy helps you:

Communicate without defensiveness

Feel like partners, not opponents

Reconnect emotionally

Get your needs met

Enjoy life as a team

Rebuild trust

Meet Alexis Jones, MS, LMFT — Couples Therapy Specialist

Alexis helps couples communicate effectively, work together as a team, and express needs in a way that leads to a fulfilling relationship.

She understands how heavy it can feel when connection fades — and how meaningful it is to rebuild it together.

How Alexis Helps Couples

Helps both partners feel heard and understood

Strengthens communication and teamwork

Rebuilds trust and emotional closeness

Identifies repeating conflict patterns

Her approach isn’t about blame. It’s about healing, growth, and rebuilding as a team.

Approaches Used

Q: How does couples therapy actually work?

Couples therapy focuses on understanding patterns rather than deciding who is right or wrong. Sessions help partners communicate clearly and respond differently so conflicts do not keep repeating.

Q: Will the therapist take sides?

No. The goal is to support the relationship and help both partners feel heard while learning skills that improve teamwork.

Q: How long does couples therapy take?

Many couples notice communication changes within three to six sessions, though long-standing patterns may take longer.

Gottman Method (Level 1 + Level 2 Certified):

Research-supported tools to improve communication, repair conflict, and strengthen friendship and trust.

Family Systems Therapy:

Helps partners understand patterns and respond to each other in healthier, more supportive ways.

Is Couples Therapy Right for You?

You may benefit if any of this feels familiar:

The same arguments keep repeating

Conversations end in silence and frustration

There’s more distance and less closeness

You love each other, but feel disconnected

You’re adjusting to life transitions (parenthood, relocation, stress, etc.)

Trust needs repair

Therapy provides a calm space to slow down, reconnect, and move forward together.

Every couple wonders whether therapy will help their specific situation. These are some of the most common questions partners ask before starting couples therapy — from how sessions work to whether change is actually possible. The answers below will help you understand what to expect and decide your next step

Common Questions About Couples Therapy

How does couples therapy actually work?

Couples therapy focuses on understanding patterns — not deciding who is right or wrong. Sessions help partners slow conversations down, express needs clearly, and respond differently so conflicts don’t keep repeating.

Do we have to be on the verge of breaking up to come?

No. Many couples start therapy early to strengthen communication, prevent resentment, and stay connected through stressful life changes. Starting earlier often makes change easier.

What if one of us isn’t sure therapy will help?

That’s common. The first session focuses on understanding concerns and goals rather than forcing change. Many hesitant partners feel relief once conversations become more structured and productive.

Will the therapist take sides?

No. The goal is to support the relationship, not judge either partner. Both people are helped to feel heard while learning skills that improve how you work together as a team.

How long does couples therapy take?

Many couples notice communication shifts within 3–6 sessions. Longer-standing patterns may take more time, but progress usually starts with small changes in how conversations happen at home.

Can therapy help rebuild trust after hurt?

Yes. Therapy provides a structured way to discuss what happened, understand impact, and rebuild emotional safety step-by-step instead of repeating painful conversations.

What if we keep having the same argument?

Recurring arguments usually follow a predictable pattern. Therapy helps identify that cycle and teaches specific ways to interrupt it so discussions end in understanding instead of distance.

Do you offer in-person and online couples therapy?

Yes. Sessions are available in person in Mount Pleasant and online across South Carolina so you can choose what works best for your schedule.

Not Sure Where to Start?

Our Care Coordinator will guide you, answer questions, and help you book your first session.

No pressure. Just clarity and support.

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