Couples Therapy for Partners in CA, who still care, but have run out of ways to say it.
Something shifted, and you're not sure when. The conversations turned into arguments or stopped altogether. You love each other, but lately it doesn't feel like enough. This is exactly where therapy can help.
You're not fighting about the dishes.
You know that, even if it doesn't feel like it in the moment. The argument is rarely about what it's actually about. And underneath all of it is something quieter and harder to say.
- You feel more like roommates than partners
- One of you shuts down while the other pushes harder, and neither approach is working
- You've had the same fight so many times you can finish each other's sentences, and not in a good way
- Trust was broken, and you don't know if it can come back
- You're staying together for the kids, but you're not sure how much longer you can keep doing it like this
- You love them. You're just not sure you like each other anymore.
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"We came in thinking we needed to figure out who was 'right.' We left with the tools to actually hear each other. I didn't think that was possible after the year we'd had."
What things can look like on the other side.
Conversations that don't spiral
Learn to navigate sensitive topics without triggering the old painful, defense mechanisms.
Knowing how to repair
Mistakes happen. The difference is knowing how to come back together afterwards.
Feeling like a team
Moving from "Me vs. You" to "Us vs. The Problem" in your daily relationship life.
Understanding needs
Gaining clarity on your own emotional landscape and your partner's deepest longings.
rebuilding trust
Creating a foundation of safety through consistent, honest, and vulnerable communication.
Reconnecting
Rediscovering the warmth and playfulness that brought you together in the first place.
My Specialties
Couples therapy
Our core work: helpiing partners navigate conflict, reconnect emotionally, and find safety.
Affair recovery
Specialized support for couples navigating the profound pain and rebuilding after a betrayal.
premarital
Building a strong foundation and proactive tools before you say, "I do."
Discernment
A focused process for couples considering separation or divorce transitions.
Hi, I'm Kristina Wallace, LMFT
For over 15 years, I've worked with couples navigating the most complex moments of thier lives. I know how heavy these patterns feel because I've spent my career helping people unpack them.
Relationships are the most significant part of our human experience, yet we are rarely given the tools to maintain them when things get hard. My goal is to provide you with the clinical expertise, and warm, human presence you need to find clarity.
My Approach
The Gottman Method
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Starting is simpler than you think
This isn't about becoming a perfect couple. It's about building something that actually works for both of you.
Reach out
Send a brief message via the contact form. No details too small.
Intro call
A 15-minute consultation to see if my approach is the right fit for your needs.
First session
We meet for a full intake to map out your relationship history and goals.
Begin work
Ongoing sessions scheduled at a pace that feels sustainable for you both.
FAQs
Questions people usually have...
You don't have to be in crisis to benefit from couples therapy. Many couples come in because they want to address patterns before they become bigger problems, or because they want to reconnect before the distance grows. If something feels off, that's reason enough.
It depends on what you're working on and how things progress. Some couples notice real shifts within 8 to 12 sessions. Others benefit from longer-term work, especially when trust has been broken or patterns are deeply established. We'll check in regularly on where you are.
That's a fair question, and I'd rather you ask it than pretend it away. A lot of couples have had unhelpful therapy experiences. Sometimes the fit was wrong. Sometimes the approach didn't match the problem. I'd encourage you to share what didn't work before so we can approach things differently. Past experience with therapy is good information, not a closed door.
Session fees are $200 per session. I am [in-network / out-of-network] with [insurance provider], and I can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement. Reach out and I'm happy to discuss what options are available to you.
The first session is typically a joint session where both partners are present. We'll talk about what brought you in, what each of you is hoping for, and how therapy will work. I may also schedule individual sessions early in the process to hear each person's perspective separately before we come back together.
Not at all. I work with dating partners, long-term unmarried couples, engaged couples, and couples navigating separation. What matters is the relationship, not the legal status.
You reached out by being here.
Taking this step took something. That counts. If you're ready to explore what's possible, I'm here to listen.
