If weekly couples therapy isn’t getting you anywhere (or you don’t have time to wait) a couples intensive may be the breakthrough you need. At Kodo Couples Therapy in Novato, we offer structured, half- or full-day sessions designed to help you move past stuck patterns, reconnect emotionally, and build lasting change. Rooted in evidence-based methods like Relational Life Therapy and EMDR, our intensives are ideal for couples in Marin County seeking fast, meaningful progress. Learn what makes this approach so effective and whether it’s right for you.

EMDR for Couples helps partners process painful memories together, turn insight into practical skills, and become each other’s source of calm. By weaving individual healing into real-time interaction, the method can reduce PTSD symptoms while boosting relationship satisfaction, easing depression, and lowering anxiety.

Emotional safety is the cornerstone of any lasting relationship. In Marin County, couples juggle busy careers, family commitments, and personal growth. Without a secure emotional container, small misunderstandings can spiral into disconnection. This guide offers five proven steps:intentional check-ins, curiosity-based listening, shared safety signals, timely repair attempts, and local resources to help you and your partner feel heard, seen, and valued every day.

By making these practices part of your routine, you’ll build a foundation of trust and openness that weathers life’s ups and downs. Whether you’re just starting out or have been together for years, these tools will deepen your connection and keep your relationship thriving.