Couples Therapy in Brooklyn, New York

Doctoral-level psychologists helping Brooklyn couples build stronger, more connected relationships.

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At Williamsburg Therapy Group, couples therapy is specific to every relationship.

 

Two people walk in with two different histories, two different ways of communicating, and two different ideas of what went wrong. Our psychologists don't impose a template on that. They work to understand the specific dynamic between you and build the work around that.

 

Couples Therapy for Brooklyn Residents Who Want Real Change


Since 2013, Williamsburg Therapy Group has provided couples therapy to Brooklyn residents across Williamsburg, Greenpoint, and the wider borough. Every psychologist on our team holds a doctoral degree — PhD or PsyD — and is licensed to practice in New York State.

Brooklyn puts relationships under a particular kind of pressure. The cost of living, the pace, the ambition — all of it creates friction that accumulates quietly until something breaks. A recent study found that New York ranks second in the United States for relationship-struggle search activity. Whether you're navigating a specific rupture or a slow drift apart, our team understands what Brooklyn couples are up against — and how to help.

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What Working With Us Actually Looks Like

Our approach to couples therapy isn't about taking sides or running through a checklist. It's about helping two people understand the cycle they're caught in — and giving them the tools to change it.

Before the First Session: Free Consultation

You'll speak with our patient coordinator before anything else. They'll learn about your situation and match you with the psychologist whose training and approach fit what you and your partner are dealing with — not just whoever has availability.

First Session: Building Your Foundation

The first session is about getting a full picture. Your psychologist wants to understand who you both are individually, how you got here, and what you're each hoping this process will do. Many couples find it a relief simply to have a structured space where both perspectives are genuinely heard.

Ongoing Sessions: Working Toward Your Goals

Sessions draw from the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and CBT for couples — the approach shifts depending on what the relationship needs at each stage. Some couples need to slow down and rebuild safety first; others are ready to go straight into the harder conversations. Sessions run 45–50 minutes.



"The goal of couples therapy isn't to assign blame or declare a winner. It's to help both partners understand the cycle they're caught in — and find a way out of it together."
 

Common reasons couples come to therapy at WTG

 

Couples therapy is a structured, evidence-based way to help you and your partner reach your goals. When administered by a licensed psychologist, couples therapy has a 75% success rate.

 

Improving Communication

Arguments that go in circles, conversations that shut down, things left unsaid for years. We help you understand not just what you're saying, but what your partner is actually hearing.

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 Rebuilding Trust

Most recurring conflict isn't really about the thing you're arguing about. We help identify the underlying pattern driving the cycle — and interrupt it.

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Reducing Conflict

Most recurring conflict isn't really about the thing you're arguing about. Our psychologists help identify the underlying pattern driving the cycle — and interrupt it.

 Strengthening Connection

When the closeness has quietly faded, our psychologists help partners rebuild the intimacy and sense of partnership that brought them together in the first place.

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 Navigating Life Transitions

A new baby, a job loss, a move — transitions that should bring couples closer often pull them apart. We help you stay connected through change.
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 Moving Forward After Infidelity

For couples who want to understand what happened and rebuild on more honest ground, our psychologists provide the structure and expertise to make that possible.

 Addressing Controlling Behaviors

When one partner's behavior creates fear or imbalance, it needs to be addressed directly. We help identify these dynamics and work toward something healthier.

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 Considering Separation

Our psychologists support couples weighing separation — particularly where children are involved — to do so thoughtfully, with clarity and as little unnecessary damage as possible.

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 Navigating Intimacy

Physical and emotional intimacy often suffer long before couples seek help. We work with both partners to understand what's shifted — and rebuild closeness on more honest, sustainable ground.

You don't need to be in crisis to come to couples therapy. Many of our clients come in simply because they can feel something shifting — and they'd rather deal with it now than later.
 

Common Questions About the Process

Meet Our Couples Therapists in Brooklyn

 

Our Brooklyn office is home to experienced therapists who specialize in couples therapy. Each therapist holds active New York State licensure and brings unique expertise to their practice.

Dr. Monica Nikc, PsyD

Dr. Monica Nikc, PsyD

Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Nikc is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in couples therapy for partners facing anxiety, depression, grief, stress, life transitions, and relationship conflict. Using a psychodynamic, collaborative approach, she helps couples identify and transform deeper patterns shaping their emotional and relational dynamics.

Dr. Ida Taghavi

Dr. Ida Taghavi

Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Taghavi is a licensed clinical psychologist who works with couples navigating relationship conflict, trauma, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. In addition to her broader clinical work, she integrates a holistic, culturally attuned approach to help partners build resilience, deepen connection, and create lasting change.

Dr. Sarah Song, PsyD

Dr. Sarah Song, PsyD

Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Song is a postdoctoral clinical psychologist at Williamsburg Therapy Group who works with couples experiencing relationship challenges, alongside depression, anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders. She uses evidence based approaches to help partners address immediate concerns while working through deeper, longstanding emotional patterns.


Why Brooklyn Families Choose Williamsburg Therapy Group

  • Trusted by the Brooklyn community since 2013
  • Doctoral-level psychologists and psychiatrists only - PhD and PsyD
  • 50+ clinicians on staff
  • Specialists in Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • LGBTQ+ affirming and multiculturally competent practice
  • Evening and weekend appointments available
  • Select post-docs accept insurance
  • Free initial consultation and careful therapist matching
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Visit Our Office in Brooklyn

Our Brooklyn office is located at 109 N 12th St, Suites 503, 507, 701 & 702, in the heart of Williamsburg. We're easily accessible from Manhattan and all Brooklyn neighborhoods.

Getting Here:

Subway: L train to Bedford Ave (5-minute walk)
Bus: B62, B32 stops nearby
Parking: Street parking available; parking garage
The office is on the 5th floor of a modern building with elevator access
 

Our Therapists in Leading Publications

Our doctoral-level psychologists are recognized experts in their fields, regularly consulted by leading national and international publications for their clinical insights. When major media outlets need expert perspectives on mental health, they turn to our Brooklyn-based team.

 

Dr. Phoebe Shepherd quoted on the psychology of why we get "the ick"

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Dr. Selling was interviewed about workplace mental health trends

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Dr. Selling was interviewed about parenting a young child

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Additional Publications

New York Post  |  SELF  |  WebMD

 

 
 

Other areas of expertise.

 

Feeling better is closer than you think

We are here to help you no matter where you are at emotionally and want to pair you with a professional that cares and can help.

Book an Appointment

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How Insurance and Payment Work for Brooklyn Residents

 

We are an out-of-network provider, with select post-doctoral therapists accepting United Healthcare and Aetna plans. Brooklyn patients with out-of-network benefits can file reimbursement claims at no cost through Reimbursify, which handles the entire process from submission to payment.

Our patient coordinator will verify your coverage and explain expected costs before your first session.

 
 
 

Common Questions About Couple Therapy in Brooklyn

What Our Clients Say About WTG Couple Therapy

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“Dr. Rose Howell has been incredible to work with. She brings a thoughtful and intuitive approach that really helped us understand each other better and strengthen our relationship.” – Marta N., Brooklyn resident

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“We found Williamsburg Therapy Group through a recommendation and started working with Dr. Bobbye Sanders. The way he guided our conversations made a real difference, and we’ve seen much better results compared to past experiences” – James D., Brooklyn resident

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“This group is great. Particular shout out to my therapist, Dr. Ben-Am, who is one of the best therapists I've seen. I feel like she really gets me and I always leave sessions with so much more clarity.”
– Abby W., Brooklyn resident
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“Dr. Sarah Song created a space where we both felt comfortable right away. Her approach is warm, grounded, and effective, and we’ve already noticed positive shifts in how we communicate.” – Nicole P., Brooklyn resident


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“WTG has beautiful office spaces and also skilled therapists. Dr. Camilla Mazetto, who is very warm and competent in her clinical care, helped me a lot.”
– Ligia F., Brooklyn resident

 

Take the First Step Toward Change

Better mental health begins with one step. Our Brooklyn team is ready to support you with personalized, effective couples therapy.

  1. Schedule Your Free Consultation
    • 15-minute call with our patient coordinator
    • We'll match you with the right Brooklyn therapist
  1. Call Us Directly
  1. Book Online
    • Browse therapist profiles and book your preferred appointment

Other Therapy Services We Offer in Brooklyn

Child

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Child

Give your child the support they need to overcome life’s challenges with strength, resilience, and compassion for self and others. Our caring team is ready to meet your child where they are and help them skillfully navigate the road ahead.

Family

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Family

Create a more peaceful and harmonious family dynamic with family therapy. Learn how to skillfully manage communication breakdowns, conflict, and life transitions while building empathy and understanding.

Individual

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Individual

Individual therapy, otherwise known as psychotherapy, is the process of meeting one-on-one with a provider to address different struggles.

 

LGBTQ+ Therapy

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LGBTQ+ Therapy

Find the right therapist to support you on your journey of personal growth and healing. Whatever obstacles you’re facing, our integrated team is here to support you every step of the way with compassionate, individualized care.

 

About Williamsburg Therapy Group

Founded in 2013, Williamsburg Therapy Group is a mental health collective that provides the very best comprehensive mental healthcare to the Brooklyn community. We have thoughtfully curated a team of over 50 multidisciplinary doctors so that you can come to one place for most of your mental healthcare needs. We select only the most highly trained doctor-level therapists who are warm, professional, relatable, and proactive as they work with you.

 

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Feeling better is closer than you think.

We are here to help you no matter where you are at emotionally and want to pair you with a professional that cares and can help.

 

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

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