In-Person or Virtual options available.

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(503) 841-2142

In-person or Virtual Options are Available | Now Accepting New Clients

(503) 841-2142

Marriage, Couples, and Premarital Counseling:
$140.00-200.00/ Session
Payment is required at the beginning of each session, unless special arrangements are made in advance.

Counseling Rates

Do you remember the excitement you felt at the start of your relationship? The way you couldn’t wait to see your partner after a long day? But now, arguments have taken the place of laughter, and time together feels like a chore instead of a joy. You might be wondering, 'Where did the fun, love, and connection go?'

Building and maintaining a healthy relationship takes effort—there’s no denying that. But the good news is, you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. At Pillars of Hope Counseling, Angelie helps couples strengthen their bond through open communication, trust, and vulnerability—the three pillars of a thriving partnership.

Whether it’s small disagreements over everyday issues or deeper challenges like trust and intimacy, couples counseling offers you the tools to:
  • Navigate conflicts with assertive communication.
  • Learn how to compromise and create shared solutions.
  • Feel heard and respected in your relationship again.

You and your partner deserve to feel connected and supported. Let’s work together to rebuild that connection and rediscover the joy you once shared.

Creating Stronger Bonds Through Compassionate Support

Rediscover Joy and Connection in Your Relationship

Rekindle the Connection with Couples Counseling

Every relationship has its ups and downs, but when arguments and misunderstandings begin to overshadow love and connection, it’s time to take a step toward healing. At Pillars of Hope Counseling, Angelie helps couples rediscover joy, build trust, and create a stronger, more meaningful bond. Whether you’re facing ongoing conflict or simply feeling disconnected, Angelie is here to help.

Proudly Serving Tigard, Lake Oswego, and the Greater Portland Area

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Typical session length is 50 minutes. Pillars of Hope Counseling also offers 90 minute sessions for couples who may need longer times. Family sessions are 90 minutes.

Rates

  • Communication breakdowns that lead to frustration and anger.
  • Feeling like roommates instead of romantic partners.
  • Struggles with jealousy, doubt, or trust.
  • Frequent, prolonged arguments that leave you emotionally drained.
  • The impact of infidelity on trust and intimacy.
  • Addressing sexual concerns and unmet emotional needs.
  • Parenting conflicts and differences in approaches.
  • Navigating the influence of extended family or friends on your relationship.

Common Reasons Couples Seek Counseling

Every couple faces challenges, but some struggles feel impossible to overcome on your own. Whether it’s feeling unheard, dealing with unresolved conflicts, or navigating a betrayal, these issues can create distance and strain in even the strongest relationships. You’re not alone, and seeking help is a brave step toward healing.

No matter what challenges you and your partner are facing, couples counseling provides a safe space to address these concerns and work toward solutions. Let’s take the first step together toward a stronger, more connected relationship.

Addressing the Challenges That Pull You Apart

Why Couples Turn to
Couples Counseling

  • Understand and speak your partner’s love language.
  • Heal emotional hurts before they turn toxic.
  • Build a deeper connection that lasts.
  • Develop skills for discussing difficult topics like money, intimacy, and family.
  • Learn assertive communication techniques to express needs and resolve disagreements.
  • Improve trust and emotional safety in your relationship.
  • Confront tough issues with compassion and understanding.

What You’ll Gain from Couples Therapy

Building a strong, lasting relationship requires trust, open communication, and vulnerability. The following three tenets create a foundation where both partners feel safe, valued, and understood, allowing the relationship to thrive:

  • Vulnerability: True connection comes from being open and authentic with your partner. This means taking accountability, embracing imperfections, and asking for what you need without fear of judgment.
  • Open Dialogue: Healthy communication goes beyond just talking—it’s about active listening, asking thoughtful questions, and sharing honestly without fear of criticism.
  • Trust: A fulfilling relationship is built on reliability, emotional safety, and faithfulness. Trust is cultivated through consistent actions, honesty, and unconditional support.

With the right tools and guidance, your relationship can flourish. Whether you’re preparing for marriage or looking to overcome longstanding challenges, therapy offers a path forward. Let’s work together to rebuild the connection you’ve been missing.

Build A Healthy, Lasting Relationship

Relationships are built on connection, but when conflicts and misunderstandings pile up, that connection can feel out of reach. Couples counseling helps you and your partner address challenges and rediscover what brought you together in the first place.

The benefits of therapy go far beyond resolving conflict. It’s about creating a partnership where both of you feel safe, respected, and valued.

Rebuild, Renew, and Strengthen Your Relationship

The Life-Changing Benefits of
Couples Counseling in Tigard

Every relationship faces conflict—it’s a natural part of being human. But when disagreements feel more like battles, and the emotional distance grows, it’s time to take a step toward healing. Couples counseling helps partners stop turning away from each other and start moving toward connection.

Through guided sessions, you’ll learn to:

  • Resolve conflicts by understanding the root causes instead of just the symptoms.
  • Shift from frustration to empathy by seeing your partner’s perspective.
  • Replace patterns of criticism and defensiveness with openness and understanding.
  • Exercise assertive communication and healthy communication patterns.
  • Apply summarization techniques to minimize conflict.

It’s common to feel like you’re speaking two different languages or to turn to family and friends for support instead of your partner. Therapy helps you shift that dynamic by giving you the tools to communicate effectively and lean on each other instead.

Moving Toward Connection, Not Away

How Couples Counseling in Tigard Can Transform Your Relationship

Building Healthy Habits Together

  • Create a foundation of trust and emotional safety.
  • Learn to talk with each other—not at each other.
  • Discover new ways to express your needs and feelings.
  • Reduce tension and bring joy back into your relationship.

With couples counseling, you’ll begin to build emotional intimacy and replace frustration with understanding, arguments with connection, and distance with closeness. Let’s take the first step toward building the relationship you both deserve.


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Take the First Step Toward a Healthier Relationship

Reaching out for support is a courageous step, and it shows your commitment to creating a stronger, more connected relationship. At Pillars of Hope Counseling, I’m here to help guide you through this journey with compassion and proven techniques.

Here’s how you can get started:

Whether you’re ready to book a session or just want to learn more, let’s take this first step together. Your relationship deserves the attention and care to flourish again.

Ready to Strengthen Your Connection?

  1. Openness to express feelings: Share your emotions freely in a safe and supportive space.
  2. Commitment to change and growth: Embrace the effort it takes to build a stronger relationship.
  3. Acceptance of vulnerabilities: Recognize that being vulnerable is a strength, not a weakness.
  4. Willingness to take risks: Step outside of your comfort zone to grow together.
  5. Honesty and faithfulness: Build trust through transparency and dependability.

The Five Pillars of Relational Happiness

A thriving relationship is built on trust, understanding, and the willingness to grow together. These five key pillars serve as the foundation for relational happiness, helping couples reconnect and create a partnership that lasts.

Through couples counseling, you’ll learn how to integrate these pillars into your daily interactions. It’s not about taking sides or deciding who is right or wrong—it’s about understanding each other better and creating a relationship that feels safe and fulfilling.

All behavior is learned and can be changed. If you didn’t see healthy communication modeled in your family of origin, it’s no wonder those patterns affect your relationship now. But with the right guidance, you can unlearn those habits and replace them with healthier, more constructive ones.

Building Lasting Connection Through Couples Counseling

Five Key Pillars for a
Happy, Healthy Relationship

Every couple is unique, which is why my approach to couples counseling focuses on your specific needs and strengths. Together, we’ll create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you and your partner can express your feelings freely and begin building a healthier, more connected relationship.

In every session, we’ll explore the dynamics of your relationship, uncovering patterns that may be holding you back and replacing them with habits that foster trust and growth. My strength-based approach emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and actionable steps to move your relationship forward.

Proven Methods for Lasting Change

A Compassionate Approach to
Couples Counseling in Tigard

Learn to replace criticism and defensiveness with understanding and connection, focusing on friendship, conflict resolution, and shared meaning.

The Gottman
Method

Tools and Techniques I Use

Through these evidence-based methods, we’ll address the challenges you face while empowering you to create a stronger partnership. Whether it’s improving communication, rebuilding trust, or finding new ways to connect, my approach is designed to meet you where you are and guide you toward where you want to be.

 Gain deeper insights into your relationship with this tailored assessment, designed to strengthen communication, manage conflicts, and build a foundation for lasting connection.

Prepare/Enrich

Identify and challenge false beliefs that may impact your relationship and align your actions with your core values.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

 Understand how family dynamics shape your interactions and learn new ways to navigate those influences together

Family Systems Approach

  • More intense and escalated fights that feel harder to resolve.
  • Arguments lasting longer, leaving both of you emotionally drained.
  • Feeling like you and your partner are on different pages, unable to connect.
  • A noticeable change or decrease in sexual intimacy and fulfillment.
  • Finding it increasingly difficult to trust your partner.
  • Feeling uncertain about how to move to the next steps in your relationship.
  • Struggling with issues or concerns related to your partner’s family or friends.

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Recognizing When You Need Support

Is It Time to Seek Help
for Your Relationship?

Every relationship has its challenges, but how do you know when it’s time to seek professional help? Sometimes, the signs are clear—like constant arguments or feelings of disconnection. Other times, they’re more subtle, like drifting apart or avoiding difficult conversations.

If you’ve been wondering whether couples counseling could help, these signs might resonate with you:

Signs You May Need Couples Counseling

If any of these resonate with you, know that you don’t have to face these struggles alone. Couples counseling offers a safe space to address these challenges, rebuild trust, and create a healthier, more fulfilling relationship. Together, we’ll work to understand the root causes of your struggles and develop tools to strengthen your bond.

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Your Journey to a Stronger Relationship Starts Here

Reaching out for help takes courage, and it’s a powerful first step toward creating the relationship you want. Every couple is unique, which means the length and focus of couples counseling will depend on your specific concerns and goals.

For some, this journey may include individual counseling alongside or after couples counseling to further support personal growth. No matter what path you choose, you’ll have the guidance and tools to rebuild connection and trust.

Here’s how to get started:

You don’t have to navigate this alone. Let’s work together to create a stronger, healthier relationship—starting today.

Take the First Step Toward Healing and Growth

Co-parenting counseling provides a structured and supportive framework to:

  • Address concerns respectfully and collaboratively.
  • Develop routines, boundaries, and expectations that are consistent across both households.
  • Create a clear plan for holidays, vacations, and major decisions.
  • Focus on the children’s needs with empathy and understanding.
  • Learn new strategies for effective communication and teamwork as co-parents.

Through counseling, parents also explore ways to approach their new relationship dynamic. Whether learning how to communicate without conflict or fostering mutual respect, co-parenting counseling helps parents create a positive and supportive environment for their children.

How Co-Parenting Couples Counseling Can Help

Children deserve a safe and secure home life, no matter the circumstances. Co-parenting counseling helps you and your co-parent work as a team, modeling healthy relationships and ensuring your children feel loved and supported.

Building a Collaborative Environment

Parenting is challenging under the best of circumstances, but when parents live in separate households, those challenges can feel even more overwhelming. Miscommunications, disagreements, and tension can quickly disrupt the stability children need to thrive.

If conversations with your co-parent often end abruptly or if you struggle to agree on decisions, you’re not alone. Many separated or divorced parents find themselves relying on their children as messengers—a practice that can create unnecessary friction and confusion for everyone involved.

Working Together for Your Children’s Well-Being

 Co-Parenting Couples Counseling: Creating Stability Across Households

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  1. Teach assertive and open communication to quickly resolve conflicts.
  2. Develop common rules, boundaries, and expectations for consistency across both households.
  3. Address issues such as custody, scheduling, and behavioral concerns in a constructive way.
  4. Gain problem-solving tools to ensure decisions are in the best interest of the children.
  5. Model healthy relationships to provide a positive example for the children.
  6. Learn how to approach each other differently in your new co-parenting dynamic.

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Supporting Parents for a Healthier Family Dynamic

The Goals of Co-Parenting Counseling

Co-parenting counseling isn’t just about resolving conflicts—it’s about creating a collaborative, supportive environment where children can thrive. By focusing on clear communication, shared goals, and mutual respect, co-parenting counseling helps parents work together to provide the stability their children deserve.

Six Goals of Co-Parenting Counseling

 Building Bridges for Parents in All Situations

Who Can Benefit from
Co-Parenting Counseling?

Co-parenting counseling is designed for any parents who want to create a more stable and supportive environment for their children, regardless of their circumstances.

Who Needs Co-Parenting Counseling:

  • Divorced parents looking to co-parent effectively post-separation.
  • Separated parents navigating the challenges of living in different households.
  • Never-married parents who need guidance on collaborative parenting.
  • Parents developing a parenting plan to ensure consistency and structure for their children.

A Path to Collaborative Co-Parenting

No matter your situation, co-parenting counseling offers the tools and strategies you need to create a supportive and respectful partnership. By focusing on communication and shared goals, you can provide your children with the love and stability they deserve.

 FAQs: Couples Counseling at Pillars of Hope Counseling

Navigating Relationship Challenges with Confidence

I understand that relationships come with ups and downs, and it’s natural to have questions about how counseling can help. These FAQs provide insight into the process, helping you feel more prepared and supported on your journey toward a stronger partnership.

1. What percentage of couples stay together after couples therapy?

While the success of couples counseling varies, many couples who engage fully in the process see significant improvements in communication, trust, and connection. At Pillars of Hope Counseling, I focus on equipping couples with practical tools and techniques that strengthen their bond and provide a solid foundation for their future together.

2. What kind of therapy is best for couples?

 At Pillars of Hope Counseling, I use proven methods like the Gottman Method and Prepare and Enrich, which focus on enhancing communication, resolving conflict, and building emotional intimacy. These approaches are tailored to each couple’s unique needs, ensuring a personalized and effective experience.

3. Can couples counseling fix a relationship?

Couples counseling can’t “fix” a relationship overnight, but it can provide the tools and support needed to rebuild trust, resolve conflicts, and reconnect emotionally. With commitment and effort from both partners, counseling can lead to meaningful and lasting change.

4. What not to say in couples therapy?

Couples therapy is a safe space for open communication, but it’s important to avoid blaming or attacking your partner. Instead, focus on expressing your feelings using “I” statements, which encourage understanding and constructive dialogue.

5. What are the disadvantages of couples therapy?

Couples therapy requires time, effort, and emotional vulnerability, which can feel challenging. It’s not a quick fix, and success depends on both partners being willing to engage in the process. I create a supportive environment to help couples navigate these challenges.

6.  What is the most successful type of couples therapy?

The Gottman Method is one of the most successful approaches, known for its emphasis on strengthening friendship, managing conflict, and creating shared meaning. I integrate this method into my work with couples to help them build a deeper connection and resolve their challenges effectively.

7. Who should not go to couples therapy?

Couples therapy may not be suitable in situations involving ongoing abuse, active addiction, or when one partner is unwilling to participate openly and honestly. In such cases, individual counseling may be a better first step before addressing relationship concerns.

8. What can couples therapy not fix?

Couples therapy cannot force change if one or both partners are unwilling to engage in the process. It also cannot erase past actions, but it can help couples process those experiences and create a path forward together.

9. What is the most common problem couples bring to therapy?

The three most common problems facing couples are communication, infidelity, and family issues. Many couples struggle to express their needs or resolve conflicts without escalating into arguments. At Pillars of Hope Counseling, I teach effective communication skills that help partners feel heard and understood.

Have more questions or ready to start your journey toward healing?
Contact Angelie today to take the first step toward healing and growth.