Strengthen Your Bond.
Transform Your Relationship

And they lived happily ever after

Couples coaching that helps you reconnect, communicate, and grow—together

Strengthen Your Bond.
Transform Your Relationship

And they lived happily ever after

Couples coaching that helps you reconnect, communicate, and grow—together

Why Choose Couples Coaching?

Relationships are at the heart of our lives. They bring joy, support, and meaning—but they can also bring pain and frustration when things don’t flow as they once did. If you’re here, chances are you’re searching for answers, hoping to rekindle connection, and wondering if couples coaching can help.

Here’s the truth: your relationship is worth the effort. This isn’t about fixing what’s broken—it’s about rediscovering and strengthening the bond that brought you together in the first place.

Why Choose Couples Coaching?

Relationships are at the heart of our lives. They bring joy, support, and meaning—but they can also bring pain and frustration when things don’t flow as they once did. If you’re here, chances are you’re searching for answers, hoping to rekindle connection, and wondering if couples coaching can help.

Here’s the truth: your relationship is worth the effort. This isn’t about fixing what’s broken—it’s about rediscovering and strengthening the bond that brought you together in the first place.

The key tasks of couples coaching are increasing your clarity about

The kind of life you want to build together
The kind of partner you aspire to be in order to build the kind of life and relationship you want to create
Your individual blocks to becoming the kind of partner you aspire to be
The skills and knowledge necessary to do the above tasks

The key tasks of couples coaching are increasing your clarity about

The kind of life you want to build together
The kind of partner you aspire to be in order to build the kind of life and relationship you want to create
Your individual blocks to becoming the kind of partner you aspire to be
The skills and knowledge necessary to do the above tasks

At the core of effective coaching is honesty—with yourself and with your partner. It’s not always comfortable, but it’s where real change begins.

Many couples have little sense of their talents and strengths, much less the resolve or ability to build their lives around them. Coaching helps uncover these hidden abilities and channel them into creating a thriving partnership.

I approach couples therapy with the belief that you both bring something valuable to the table.

My role is to guide you toward deeper understanding, honest communication, and lasting solutions.

At the core of effective coaching is honesty—with yourself and with your partner. It’s not always comfortable, but it’s where real change begins.

Many couples have little sense of their talents and strengths, much less the resolve or ability to build their lives around them. Coaching helps uncover these hidden abilities and channel them into creating a thriving partnership.

I approach couples therapy with the belief that you both bring something valuable to the table.

My role is to guide you toward deeper understanding, honest communication, and lasting solutions.

Why Traditional Therapy Often Falls Short

Couples therapy often comes with doubts, especially if you've heard stories of it not working. Sometimes, these doubts arise when therapists fall into unproductive patterns during sessions:

Reacting to Immediate Problems

Allowing sessions to focus only on the issue of the moment can create a reactive dynamic, addressing symptoms rather than root causes.
Unstructured Sessions

Leaving the direction entirely to the couple—"What’s on your mind today?"—can result in scattered discussions without clear goals
Rehashing Fights

Spending time dissecting recent arguments without exploring what can be learned or changed often leads to repetitive and unproductive sessions.

Why Traditional Therapy Often Falls Short

Couples therapy often comes with doubts, especially if you've heard stories of it not working. Sometimes, these doubts arise when therapists fall into unproductive patterns during sessions:

Reacting to Immediate Problems

Allowing sessions to focus only on the issue of the moment can create a reactive dynamic, addressing symptoms rather than root causes.
Unstructured Sessions

Leaving the direction entirely to the couple—"What’s on your mind today?"—can result in scattered discussions without clear goals
Rehashing Fights:

Spending time dissecting recent arguments without exploring what can be learned or changed often leads to repetitive and unproductive sessions.

Why Does My Couple Coaching Work?

My approach is grounded in the Developmental Model by Ellyn Bader, PhD, founder of The Couples Institute, and incorporates insights from Attachment Theory, helping us understand how early emotional bonds shape the ways you and your partner connect, communicate, and respond to one another. These frameworks guide us in addressing emotional patterns and past experiences to build a secure and fulfilling connection

At the heart of my approach is honesty—both with yourself and with your partner. It’s not about forcing change or “fixing” anyone; it’s about creating space to understand, connect, and grow together in a way that feels authentic to you both.

Cultural Sensitivity

As someone who works with international couples, I understand the unique dynamics that come with cultural differences and language barriers. We’ll navigate these complexities together, turning them into strengths rather than obstacles.
Focus on Practical and Lasting Change

You won’t leave with abstract theories. Instead, we’ll develop clear, actionable steps to break unhealthy patterns, improve communication, and rebuild trust.
Balance Between Individual and Relationship Needs

I believe that a thriving relationship starts with two people who feel heard and valued as individuals. We’ll work on strengthening both your partnership and your personal well-being.

Cultural Sensitivity

As someone who works with international couples, I understand the unique dynamics that come with cultural differences and language barriers. We’ll navigate these complexities together, turning them into strengths rather than obstacles.
Focus on Practical and Lasting Change

You won’t leave with abstract theories. Instead, we’ll develop clear, actionable steps to break unhealthy patterns, improve communication, and rebuild trust.
Balance Between Individual and Relationship Needs

I believe that a thriving relationship starts with two people who feel heard and valued as individuals. We’ll work on strengthening both your partnership and your personal well-being.

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We’ll focus on creating a relationship where both partners feel seen and understood. This means identifying the patterns that keep you stuck, uncovering what truly matters to both of you, and learning new ways to navigate challenges together. Instead of trying to change each other, the work is about finding clarity, building trust, and creating a dynamic that feels supportive and balanced.

Learn about yourself

— your triggers, fears, and needs.
See your partner more clearly

— his/her intentions, vulnerabilities, and struggles.
Discover new ways to respond

—not out of habit or defense, but with intention and care.

Learn about yourself

— your triggers, fears, and needs.
See your partner more clearly

— his/her intentions, vulnerabilities, and struggles.
Discover new ways to respond

—not out of habit or defense, but with intention and care.

Couples Coaching for International Partners

I work with international couples who speak English at home, when it’s not the native language for one or both partners.

I understand how cultural differences can both challenge and strengthen a relationship. As someone who has experienced the dynamics of international relationships firsthand, I know how misunderstandings can arise—but also how diversity can bring deeper connection when approached with care and understanding.

Does it work if coaching isn’t in your native language? The answer is yes.

First, if English is the language you use with your partner, coaching allows us to train your communication in the language you actually use every day.

Second, coaching is more about internal work, and this inner process can happen in any language. The language we use externally won’t limit or hinder your progress.

Couples Coaching for International Partners

I work with international couples who speak English at home, when it’s not the native language for one or both partners.

I understand how cultural differences can both challenge and strengthen a relationship. As someone who has experienced the dynamics of international relationships firsthand, I know how misunderstandings can arise—but also how diversity can bring deeper connection when approached with care and understanding.

Does it work if coaching isn’t in your native language? The answer is yes.

First, if English is the language you use with your partner, coaching allows us to train your communication in the language you actually use every day.

Second, coaching is more about internal work, and this inner process can happen in any language. The language we use externally won’t limit or hinder your progress.

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The Challenges You'll Face During Couple Coaching

Creating the relationship you truly desire comes with some challenges and trade-offs for each partner:

The Challenges You'll Face During Couple Coaching

Creating the relationship you truly desire comes with some challenges and trade-offs for each partner:

Time

Creating space to nurture your connection, even when life feels busy

1
Emotional Comfort

Taking risks, speaking up, and listening with curiosity.

2
Energy Comfort

Staying consistent and committed to positive change over time.

3
Adjusting Reactions

Shifting how you respond to conflict or challenges.

4
Balance

Letting go of habits that don’t serve your relationship and prioritizing long-term goals.

5

Time

Creating space to nurture your connection, even when life feels busy

1
Emotional Comfort

Taking risks, speaking up, and listening with curiosity.

2
Energy Comfort

Staying consistent and committed to positive change over time.

3
Adjusting Reactions

Shifting how you respond to conflict or challenges.

4
Balance

Letting go of habits that don’t serve your relationship and prioritizing long-term goals.

5

What my clients say about couple coaching:

Anastasia

Thank you, Maria, for our “rebirth”!

When we first came to you, there was a wall of exhaustion and misunderstanding between us. We felt disconnected, as if the emotional bond was gone and we had passed the point of no return. Despite years of therapy and countless conversations, we were stuck — like walking in circles, unable to find the door out.

But during our very first session, something shifted. We realized that things weren’t as hopeless as they seemed. What we thought was the bottom turned out to be a hidden place of strength — a starting point.

You helped uncover a core block that made my partner shut down and disconnect. And you didn’t just help us name it — you showed us how to work with it together. One of the most powerful tools we learned was the “Initiator–Inquirer” exercise. It brought more understanding, more clarity, and more compassion into our conversations. It felt like gentle, respectful, deep coaching inside the relationship.
Even everyday challenges started to feel different. Just recently, I shared something important about the kids — and instead of shutting down, my partner listened, understood, and stayed open. That would have been unthinkable before.

Thank you, Masha, for helping us reboot, reconnect, and grow — not apart, but together.

Nikolai

But Maria didn’t just help us talk — she helped us rebuild the foundation.

Before we started working with Maria, our relationship often felt like it was on the edge. I had spent years holding in what truly bothered me, afraid that honesty would break the fragile balance we were trying to maintain.
But Maria didn’t just help us talk — she helped us rebuild the foundation.

My biggest breakthrough was learning to speak about what matters without fear of being judged or misunderstood. For the first time, I felt that being open wouldn’t create distance, but connection.

What made the biggest difference was how Maria taught us to reconnect after hard conversations. Not just to smooth things over, but to gently and consciously repair the bond — like stitching a tear so the fabric becomes stronger than before.

These sessions felt like relationship surgery. Yes, some things had to be opened up — but what followed was healing. Even the stress of a home renovation turned into something that brought us closer. Every challenge became a chance to grow.
Maria, thank you for your thoughtful, sensitive approach. What we gained wasn’t just tools — it was a new way of understanding each other.

Now I know: conflict isn’t something to fear. It’s a way forward.

Anastasia

Thank you, Maria, for our “rebirth”!

When we first came to you, there was a wall of exhaustion and misunderstanding between us. We felt disconnected, as if the emotional bond was gone and we had passed the point of no return. Despite years of therapy and countless conversations, we were stuck — like walking in circles, unable to find the door out.

But during our very first session, something shifted. We realized that things weren’t as hopeless as they seemed. What we thought was the bottom turned out to be a hidden place of strength — a starting point.

You helped uncover a core block that made my partner shut down and disconnect. And you didn’t just help us name it — you showed us how to work with it together. One of the most powerful tools we learned was the “Initiator–Inquirer” exercise. It brought more understanding, more clarity, and more compassion into our conversations. It felt like gentle, respectful, deep coaching inside the relationship.
Even everyday challenges started to feel different. Just recently, I shared something important about the kids — and instead of shutting down, my partner listened, understood, and stayed open. That would have been unthinkable before.

Thank you, Masha, for helping us reboot, reconnect, and grow — not apart, but together.

Nikolai

But Maria didn’t just help us talk — she helped us rebuild the foundation.

Before we started working with Maria, our relationship often felt like it was on the edge. I had spent years holding in what truly bothered me, afraid that honesty would break the fragile balance we were trying to maintain.
But Maria didn’t just help us talk — she helped us rebuild the foundation.

My biggest breakthrough was learning to speak about what matters without fear of being judged or misunderstood. For the first time, I felt that being open wouldn’t create distance, but connection.

What made the biggest difference was how Maria taught us to reconnect after hard conversations. Not just to smooth things over, but to gently and consciously repair the bond — like stitching a tear so the fabric becomes stronger than before.

These sessions felt like relationship surgery. Yes, some things had to be opened up — but what followed was healing. Even the stress of a home renovation turned into something that brought us closer. Every challenge became a chance to grow.
Maria, thank you for your thoughtful, sensitive approach. What we gained wasn’t just tools — it was a new way of understanding each other.

Now I know: conflict isn’t something to fear. It’s a way forward.

How We Can Work Together

Before we commit to a longer process, I always start with a free 30-minute call.

This is a space to understand your situation, answer your questions, and make sure we’re the right fit to work together.

If we decide to move forward, here’s how coaching is structured: