Garden City Center
Garden City Center
Belonging & Becoming
 

Couples Therapy in Washington, DC, Maryland & Virginia

At Garden City Center, we help couples break free from recurring conflicts, rebuild intimacy, and navigate life changes with clarity and connection.

 
 

Whether you’re feeling misunderstood, struggling with communication, or facing challenges with in-laws, intimacy, or major decisions, our licensed therapists provide compassionate, evidence-based care. We offer in-person therapy in Washington, DC and secure online sessions for couples across Maryland and Virginia.

 
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Reconnect and Rediscover Love

 

When relationship struggles take hold, it can feel like you and your partner are speaking different languages. Communication breakdowns, fading intimacy, or unresolved patterns can leave you feeling alone in your relationship. You don’t have to stay stuck — with the right support, you can restore connection, rebuild trust, and experience joy together again.

 
 

Why Choose Couples Therapy at Garden City Center?

 

Our therapists bring over a decade of experience helping couples in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia navigate challenges and foster meaningful connection. We are trained in evidence-based methods such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Couples, The Gottman Method, and Sex Therapy.

 
 
Therapists for this Specialty
Stacey Mayo
Stacey Mayo

LMFT

Ly Tran
Ly Tran

D. MIN, LPC-S

Pete Bauman
Pete Bauman

LGSW

 
 

How We Help —

In couples therapy, you can:

  • Identify and change unhelpful cycles in your relationship

  • Learn tools to manage conflict without emotional flooding

  • Improve emotional and sexual connection

  • Strengthen trust and partnership

  • Discover how to nurture your relationship long-term

 

With Over a Decade of Experience —

  • Our therapists have helped countless couples navigate their challenges.

  • We are Trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Couples, The Gottman Method, and Sex Therapy

  • We Utilize evidenced based methods to foster connection

 
 

 Our Process

Your Path to Reconnection

 
 

// step one //
Schedule Your Consultation

Complete our Let’s Talk form and connect with one of our experienced couples therapists.

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Explore Tailored Approaches for couples counseling

Discuss your unique relationship dynamics and learn how your therapist will support your goals.

 
 
 

// step three //
begin reconnecting 

Start building communication skills, emotional closeness, and renewed intimacy.

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Grow TOGETHER

Maintain progress through ongoing check-ins and practical tools to keep your relationship thriving.

 
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Couples Therapy in Washington, DC, Maryland & Virginia

  • If you’re experiencing recurring conflicts, feeling emotionally distant, or struggling to communicate, couples therapy can help you address patterns and strengthen your bond.

  • Yes — we provide secure, HIPAA-compliant virtual sessions for couples in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.

  • Yes. Even if only one partner attends, therapy can still lead to meaningful changes in the relationship.

  • The length of therapy depends on your goals. Some couples see improvement in a few months, while others choose longer-term work for deeper change.

 

 Don’t see your question here? Contact us to learn more about couples counseling at Garden City Center.

 
 
 

Start Couples Therapy in Washington, DC, Maryland & Virginia

Your relationship deserves the care it needs to thrive.

Schedule your consultation today.

 
 
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