Navigating the challenges of infertility can be an emotionally taxing journey that affects both individuals and their relationship dynamics. It can feel so painful not feeling understood, because each of your perspectives and experiences can vary so drastically.

At MLC, we specialize in providing compassionate support and guidance to couples facing infertility. Our couples therapy sessions are designed to strengthen emotional bonds, navigate the complexities of fertility treatments, and manage the stress and grief that often accompany this experience.

We prioritize creating a safe and supportive environment where couples can openly discuss their feelings, fears, and hopes.

Our approach integrates evidence-based techniques tailored to the unique needs of couples dealing with infertility. We understand the importance of addressing both the physical and emotional aspects of infertility, offering strategies to enhance communication, develop coping mechanisms, and foster resilience throughout the process. Whether you are considering fertility treatments, making difficult decisions, or experiencing the emotional impact of unsuccessful attempts, our therapists are here to provide steadfast support and guidance.

Some of the most common issues couples may face include:

Emotional Distress: The experience of infertility can lead to profound emotional distress, including feelings of grief, sadness, anger, guilt, and shame. Both partners may experience these emotions differently, leading to potential misunderstandings and strain on their relationship.

Communication Breakdowns: Difficult conversations about treatment options, decisions, and feelings of disappointment or hopelessness may become more challenging, potentially leading you to pull back from reaching to each other for connection or support.

Intimacy and Sexual Issues: Infertility treatments, stress, and emotional turmoil can affect intimacy and sexual relationships. Some couples may experience changes in libido, feelings of pressure during ovulation, or difficulty maintaining intimacy amidst the emotional strain.

Coping with Uncertainty: The uncertainty of infertility treatments, outcomes, and timelines can be overwhelming. Many couples struggle with feelings of anxiety about the future, fear of failure, and uncertainty about how to move forward.

Social and Family Pressure: External relationships can add to the stress. Well-meaning support may feel overwhelming, questions about starting a family can be painful, or comparisons to others' fertility journeys can exacerbate feelings of inadequacy or isolation.

Financial Strain: Financial concerns can add an additional layer of stress to the situation. Couples may face difficult decisions about how much to invest financially and emotionally throughout this time.

Loss of Identity: Infertility can challenge your sense of identity and purpose, particularly if you have always envisioned yourselves as parents. Coping with the possibility of not achieving parenthood as expected can lead to a reevaluation of personal goals and dreams.

We are here as a resource and ready to help your relationship remain secure amidst the ups and downs of your present-day journey.

There is so much hope for couples to remain strong and steadfast in their bond. Invite your partner to join you in integrating a therapeutic space as a part of your routine - we see firsthand how beneficial it can be to many couples in this stage of life.

You can also complete the form below and our Practice Manager, Sarah, will respond in less than 24 hours M-F to get you scheduled and all details confirmed.