When should a couple go to therapy?

The best time to start is earlier than most couples think — you don’t need to be in crisis to benefit. Common signs it’s worth reaching out: the same argument keeps repeating without resolution, communication has turned into criticism or silence, trust has been damaged by an affair or broken promise, you feel more like roommates than partners, or a major transition (a new baby, a move, an empty nest) has thrown things off balance. Couples also come in proactively to strengthen an already-good relationship or to prepare for marriage. At The Banyan Tree in Athens, GA, we help partners at every stage — not just the ones on the brink.