Couples & Relationship Counselling in Tri Cities, BC

Our romantic relationships matter deeply. When something feels off, strained, or painful between partners, it can be confusing and heavy to carry. Many couples find themselves stuck in the same conversations, feeling misunderstood, or drifting apart despite wanting closeness and care.

At Magnolia Counselling & Co, we offer in-person couples and relationship counselling in Port Moody, Coquitlam and PoCo, grounded in connection, honesty, and clinical integrity. Our work is not about assigning blame or fixing one partner. It is about understanding what is happening between you and creating space for clarity, repair, and renewed connection.

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Thoughtful, Relational Approach to Relationship Counselling

Most couples do not seek counselling because their relationship has failed. They come because they recognize there is a disconnect or repeating problems they’re unsure how to solve on their own. Stress, life transitions, unresolved experiences, or long-standing relational patterns can quietly shape the way partners relate to one another over time, and make it difficult to connect the way both partners may want to.

Relationship and marriage counselling offers a place to slow down and look more closely at what is happening beneath the surface. Rather than focusing only on communication strategies or behaviour change, our approach is relational and depth-oriented. We pay attention to emotions, attachment needs, nervous system responses, and the experiences each partner brings into the relationship.

Our hope is that couples leave therapy feeling more understood by themselves and by one another, and better able to respond with curiosity, care, and intention.

Who Couples Therapy Is For

Couples therapy can be supportive at many stages of a relationship. You do not need to be in crisis or on the brink of separation to benefit from therapy.

We often work with couples who:

Feel stuck in repeating cycles of conflict or withdrawal
Struggle to communicate without arguments escalating or shutting down
Feel emotionally disconnected, distant, or misunderstood
Are navigating major life changes such as parenthood, work stress, relocation, or illness
Are rebuilding trust after a difficult period or relational rupture
Want to strengthen their relationship and deepen emotional connection

Some couples arrive with a clear sense of what they want to work on. Others simply know that something does not feel right, or they want to improve their communication and understanding of each other. All experiences are welcome here.

What Makes Magnolia Counselling & Co. Different

At Magnolia, relationships are at the centre of our work, not as a technique but as a value. We are honest, integrous, and highly relational in how we show up with couples.

Our clinicians are Registered Clinical Counsellors and Canadian Certified Counsellors with graduate training in counselling psychology. While each counsellor brings their own perspective and areas of focus, we share a commitment to thoughtful, ethical, and relationally grounded care.

Relationship & Marriage Counselling at Magnolia is:

Relational and Attachment-based

We focus on the emotional bond between partners and the patterns that shape connection and disconnection.

Trauma-informed and Deeply Human

We understand how past experiences, stress, and nervous system responses can influence relationships.

Clinically Rigorous and Integrative

Our team draws from approaches such as Internal Family Systems, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and EMDR, integrating them carefully rather than applying a single model to every couple.

Collaborative and Non-blaming

We do not take sides. We help couples understand their dynamics with compassion and clarity.

Choosing a counsellor is a relational decision. We encourage couples to explore our team and find someone whose approach and presence feel like a good fit.

Common Issues Couples Bring to Counselling

Most couples do not seek counselling because their relationship has failed. They come because they Every relationship is unique, but many couples experience similar challenges.

Some of the concerns we commonly support include:

Ongoing conflict or arguments that feel unresolved
Communication breakdowns or feeling unheard
Emotional distance, disconnection, or loss of intimacy
Difficulty navigating differences in needs, values, or attachment styles
Stress from work, family, or external pressures impacting the relationship
Trust concerns or the process of repair after a rupture
Feeling stuck despite genuine efforts to create change

Rather than focusing only on surface-level symptoms, we work with couples to understand the underlying patterns and emotional needs shaping these experiences.

Frequently Asked Questions

How soon is too soon for couples counselling?

There is no such thing as too soon. Many couples find counselling most helpful when concerns first begin to surface, rather than waiting until patterns feel deeply entrenched. Early support can help prevent disconnection from growing over time.

What type of therapy is best for married or long-term couples?

Research suggests that relational and attachment-focused approaches are especially helpful for couples. At Magnolia, our therapists integrate evidence-based methods in a way that is tailored to the couple, rather than relying on a single model or formula.

Do both partners need to attend every session?

In most cases, couples therapy involves both partners attending together. At times, individual sessions may be recommended if they are clinically appropriate and supportive of the work. This is always discussed openly and collaboratively.

What if one partner is hesitant about counselling?

Hesitation is common and understandable. Couples counselling is not about forcing change or placing blame. It is about creating a space to explore what is happening and what each partner needs. Many hesitant partners find the process feels more supportive than they expected.

How long does couples counselling take?

There is no fixed timeline. Some couples attend for a shorter period to work through a specific concern, while others engage in longer-term therapy to explore deeper relational patterns. Progress happens at a pace that fits each relationship.

Relationship Counselling in Port Moody, Coquitlam & Port Coquitlam

Magnolia Counselling & Co is located in Port Moody and offers in-person couples and relationship counselling for individuals and partners from Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam. If you are seeking couples counselling in the Tri-Cities that is thoughtful, relational, and clinically grounded, we welcome you.

If you are ready to explore couples counselling in a space that values honesty, care, and relational depth, we invite you to connect with us.