Rebuild Your Connection with Couple Therapy in North York
Have you and your partner grown apart? Move beyond the "roommate phase" and rediscover the emotional intimacy you once shared. Our therapist provide marriage counselling in North York and across Ontario, offered in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.
Breaking the Silence:
Understanding Your Relationship Cycle
In many Chinese-Canadian households, conflict isn't always loud. Sometimes it’s the heavy silence after a long day or the feeling that you are "walking on eggshells."
You might find yourselves stuck in a cycle like this:
The Communication
Gap
You try to bring up a concern about parenting or in-law boundaries, but it’s met with a "let’s not talk about it" or a defensive withdrawal.
The Practicality
Trap
You’ve become great "co-managers" of the household, the mortgage, and the kids, but you’ve stopped being partners. The "I love you" has been replaced by "What’s for dinner?" or "Did you pick up the groceries?"
The Cultural
Weight
The pressure to "save face" or keep family issues private means your frustrations stay bottled up until they turn into resentment or emotional distance.
The Achievement
Burnout
You are working tirelessly to provide for the family’s future, but the pressure to succeed leaves you both emotionally exhausted. Success starts to feel lonely when you no longer have the energy to connect with the person right next to you.
Couples Counselling Services
for Every Stage of Life
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Build a resilient foundation before you say "I do." We help you navigate the merging of two family systems, financial planning, and long-term goal alignment.
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Move beyond just 'co-managing' the household. We help you rediscover your spark while navigating the busy mid-life years and parenting stress.
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Transitioning from a couple to a family is a major shift. We help you manage sleep deprivation, postpartum emotions, and the "parenting vs. partner" balance.
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Navigating different cultural backgrounds or religious beliefs requires nuance. We help you bridge these gaps while honoring both partners' heritages.
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For those in medical, first responder, or corporate roles. We provide strategies to maintain connection despite irregular schedules and professional burnout.
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A safe, affirming space to explore relationship dynamics, identity, and the unique stressors faced by the queer community.
Our Approach:
The Couple "A.R.E." Framework
We don't believe in "one-size-fits-all" advice. Your journey begins with a comprehensive assessment tailored to your unique situation, allowing us to understand the specific "dance" of your relationship.
Accessible
Learning how to be emotionally available, even when you disagree
Responsive
Knowing your partner will prioritize your feelings when you reach out.
Engaged
Re-establishing the "spark" and deep investment in each other’s lives.
Invest in the Relationship That Started It All
You don’t have to wait for a crisis to prioritize your partnership. Whether you are navigating a new life transition or looking to rediscover the spark beneath the daily routine, take the first step toward a deeper connection today. We offer specialized couples support in 廣東話 (Cantonese), 普通话 (Mandarin), and English that truly understands your world.
Why Choose A.R.E. Psychotherapy?
Registered Experts
All sessions are led by Registered Psychotherapists trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), who speak English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Direct Billing
Our services are covered by most extended health insurance plans. We offer direct billing to major insurance providers.
Offer in-person sessions at our North York, Markham and Mississauga locations or connect via secure online therapy.
Flexible Access
Meet Our Couples Therapists & Counsellors
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Anders Chan
Registered Psychotherapist (English, Cantonese, Mandarin)
Focuses on intergenerational dynamics and premarital work. -
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Jiali Bin
Registered Psychotherapist (English, Mandarin)
Specializes in high-stress career couples and infidelity recovery. -
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Syd Liu
Registered Psychotherapist (English, Mandarin)
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Caleb Tse
Registered Psychotherapist (English, Cantonese)
Focuses on intercultural dynamics and connection
Stress-Free Billing for
Your Peace of Mind
Your mental health is an investment, and we make it easy to access. We offer Direct Billing to most major insurance providers.
And more…
FAQs About Couples Counselling
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and book a free consultation.
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While couple therapy is most effective when both partners attend, we can begin with "Relationship-Focused Individual Therapy" to help you navigate your role in the relationship.
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We take your privacy very seriously. As Registered Psychotherapists, we follow strict legal and ethical confidentiality guidelines. Your therapy is a private matter, and nothing shared in our sessions is disclosed to anyone—including your extended family or community—without your explicit written consent.
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Premarital therapy is proactive—we use the Prepare/Enrich assessment to help engaged couples discuss topics like finances, parenting, and family values before they become conflicts. Couple therapy usually addresses existing patterns of tension or distance to help restore a secure bond.
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Not at all. In our practice, we don't look for a "villain." We view the cycle of conflict as the enemy, not your partner. Our role is to be a neutral guide, helping both of you feel heard and understood so you can work together against the problem.
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Absolutely. We encourage you to use the language in which you feel most comfortable expressing your deepest emotions.
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Yes, we offer flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as well as virtual sessions across Canada.
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Every couple is different. After our initial assessment, we will collaborate on a plan. Typically, EFT-based therapy shows meaningful change within 3 to 4 sessions.