Relationship Issues Therapy
Relationship challenges can leave you feeling frustrated, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. Therapy can help you better understand relationship patterns, improve communication, strengthen boundaries, and build healthier connections with the people who matter most.
Does This Sound Like You?
Relationship challenges can affect how you communicate, connect, and feel about yourself and others. You may recognize some of these experiences:
Communication Struggles
Conversations often lead to misunderstandings.
Feeling Disconnected
You feel distant or emotionally disconnected.
Frequent Conflict
Disagreements or patterns keep happening.
Trust Concerns
Past experiences make it hard to feel secure.
Boundary Difficulties
You struggle to set and maintain boundaries.
Relationship Changes
You're navigating a breakup, separation, or major change.
How Therapy Can Help
Therapy can help you better understand relationship patterns, communicate more effectively, and develop healthier ways of connecting with others.
Improve Communication
Learn to express your needs, listen more effectively, and navigate difficult conversations.
Understand Patterns
Recognize recurring relationship dynamics and how they may be affecting your connections.
Build Healthy Boundaries
Learn to set and maintain boundaries that support healthier, more balanced relationships.
Strengthen Connection
Develop skills that support trust, understanding, and more meaningful relationships.
Our Approach to Relationship Therapy
At Positive Minds Therapy, we understand that every relationship is different. Our approach focuses on understanding relationship patterns, improving communication, and developing healthier ways of connecting with others.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Identify patterns that contribute to conflict.
Communication Skills
Express your needs clearly and listen effectively.
Emotion & Conflict Management
Manage conflict and strengthen connection.
Personalized Care
Treatment tailored to your relationship and goals.
Relationship Issues & Related Challenges
Relationship difficulties often connect with other emotional and life challenges. Understanding the bigger picture can help identify patterns, improve communication, and guide a more personalized approach to therapy.
Communication Difficulties
Trust & Intimacy Concerns
Why Choose Positive Minds Therapy?
Finding the right therapist is about more than credentials—it's about feeling understood, supported, and confident that you're receiving personalized care. At Positive Minds Therapy, we're committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment in a welcoming environment where lasting change is possible.
Carefully Matched Therapists
Find a therapist whose experience and approach fit your needs.
Personalized Treatment Plans
Therapy tailored to your goals, experiences, and needs.
In-Person & Virtual Therapy
Choose the flexibility of secure online sessions or meet with your therapist in our comfortable Patchogue office.
Flexible Scheduling
We offer daytime and evening appointments to help therapy fit into your busy schedule.
Meet Our Therapists
A Supportive Environment
We provide a welcoming, judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.
Evidence-Based Care
We use proven therapeutic approaches tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Meet Our Therapists
Finding the right therapist is one of the most important parts of the healing process. Our team provides compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to your unique needs and goals. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, stress, or other life challenges, we're here to help you take the next step with confidence.
Explore a specialty below to learn more.
Justin Benson, LCSW-R
Founder & Clinical Director
Doris Minder, LMSW, CASAC-T
Licensed Therapist • Bilingual
Katherine Arita, LMSW
Licensed Therapist • Bilingual
Anxiety • Trauma • Life Transitions
• Emotional Regulation
Hugh O'Henry, LMSW
Licensed Therapist
Anxiety • Depression • Trauma
• Grief • Relationships
Natasha Cruz, LMSW
Licensed Therapist • Bilingual
Anxiety • Depression • ADHD
• Trauma • Relationships
Genna Somers, LCSW
Licensed Therapist & Clinical Supervisor
Anxiety • OCD • Depression
• Bipolar Disorder
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can therapy help with relationship problems?
Yes. Therapy can help you understand relationship patterns, improve communication, strengthen boundaries, and develop healthier ways of connecting with others.
2. Do I have to attend therapy with my partner?
No. Individual therapy can be helpful for exploring relationship concerns, understanding your own patterns, and developing skills that can improve your relationships.
3. Do you offer couples therapy?
Yes. We work with couples experiencing communication difficulties, recurring conflict, trust concerns, life changes, and other relationship challenges.
4. What happens during couples therapy?
Your therapist will help you and your partner better understand your relationship patterns, communicate more effectively, and work toward shared goals in a supportive environment.
5. Can therapy help with family relationships?
Yes. Therapy can help individuals and families navigate communication difficulties, conflict, changing roles, boundaries, and other family concerns.
6. What if only one person wants to work on the relationship?
You can still benefit from therapy. Working on your own communication, boundaries, emotional responses, and relationship patterns can create meaningful change.
7. How do I get started?
Complete our intake form and tell us a little about what you're looking for. We'll help match you with a therapist based on your needs and current availability.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Whether you're looking for relationship counseling in Patchogue or online support anywhere in New York, our team is here to help you build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Have questions? Contact our office and we'll help you find the therapist that's right for you.