“Relationship is a mirror. The more love you bring to it, the more it reflects your true self.”
— Osho
Couples Therapy in Stockholm and Online
Support for communication, conflict resolution, emotional connection, and relationship growth.
Couples therapy in Stockholm with Jivan Dios.
If you and your partner have the same arguments again and again, feel misunderstood, or notice growing distance, couples therapy can help you understand what is happening and find new ways to meet each other.
Sessions take place at Markvardsgatan 5 in Vasastan, Stockholm, or online internationally. I offer couples counselling in English and Swedish.
We started couples therapy in Stockholm because we had difficulty communicating. Jivan helped us slow down and listen to each other. We now feel more understood and less reactive in conflicts.
From Conflict to Connection
Most couples struggle not because they don’t care, but because they don’t know how to meet each other when emotions run high.
The same conflicts return. Conversations escalate quickly or shut down. Over time, distance can grow between partners.
Couples therapy helps slow these moments down so you can understand what is happening between you. Instead of reacting automatically, you learn to notice patterns and respond in new ways.
In couples therapy, you can:
- Recognize and soften reactive patterns
- Speak honestly without escalating conflict
- Listen in ways that help your partner feel understood
- Repair after difficult moments
- Rebuild warmth, trust, and connection
Change often begins with small shifts. When one interaction changes, the relationship can begin to change too.
Can Couples Therapy Help?
Yes. Relationship skills are learned.
Most people were never taught how to communicate during conflict, stay present when triggered, or repair emotional wounds together.
Couples therapy provides both practical tools and deeper understanding. You learn skills you can use in everyday life, while also exploring the emotional patterns that shape your relationship.
You do not have to be in crisis to begin therapy.
Couples Therapy with Jivan Dios
I’m Jivan Dios, a licensed therapist in Stockholm with over 12 years of experience supporting couples and individuals.
My work is grounded in presence, somatic awareness, and mindful communication. I support couples in moving from reactivity toward understanding, emotional safety, and connection.
My approach integrates:
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- The Gottman Method
- Somatic awareness tools
- Meditation and presence-based work
- Family Constellations perspective
Sessions are structured, supportive, and respectful of both partners.
Couples Therapy Can Support You With:
- Communication difficulties
- Repeating conflicts
- Emotional distance
- Trust and repair
- Parenting or life transitions
- Intimacy and connection
Whether you have been together for a few months or many years, change is possible.
Location and Sessions
In-person couples therapy in Vasastan, Stockholm
Markvardsgatan 5 near Rådmansgatan station.
Sessions available:
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In person in Stockholm
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Online across Sweden and internationally
Languages: English, Swedish, French
Book Couples Therapy in Stockholm
Taking the first step can feel vulnerable, but it can also open the door to real change.
What Happens in a Couples Therapy Session?
In a couples therapy session, both partners have space to speak and be heard. I guide the conversation so it stays respectful, clear, and focused on understanding rather than blame.
We slow down communication and work with real situations from your relationship. You learn practical tools for listening, expressing feelings, and responding to each other in new ways.
Sometimes we use structured dialogue exercises inspired by Imago Relationship Therapy and the Gottman Method. These help you understand each other more deeply and reduce reactive patterns.
We may also include simple awareness or grounding exercises to help you stay present during difficult conversations.
Each session is collaborative, supportive, and adapted to your relationship and needs.
What to Expect in the First Session
In the first session, we focus on understanding your relationship history, current challenges, and what each of you hopes will change. You don’t need to prepare anything in advance. The goal is simply to begin the conversation together.
Session Length and Format
Couples sessions are typically 100 minutes. Sessions can take place weekly or every second week depending on your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do both partners need to want couples therapy?
No. It’s common for one partner to feel more ready than the other.
How long does couples therapy take?
Some couples come for a few sessions, others for longer support.
Is couples therapy confidential?
Yes. Sessions are confidential and respectful of both partners.
Couples Therapy Is For You If…
You feel stuck in repeating conflicts
Communication often breaks down
Emotional distance has grown
You want to strengthen your relationship
You’re navigating a life transition
One of you wants change, even if the other is unsure
You Don’t Have to Figure This Out Alone
Many couples wait longer than they need to before seeking support. Reaching out can be the first step toward understanding and connection.
Couples therapy in Vasastan, Stockholm, at Terapihuset on Markvardsgatan 5.
“The process felt safe and structured from the beginning. We learned to listen without interrupting or defending ourselves. Small changes in how we talk to each other made a big difference.”
Saying Yes to Support is an Act of Love
Choosing couples therapy is not a sign of failure—it’s a powerful expression of care. When you say yes to support, you’re saying: This relationship matters. We matter.
In our work together, there’s no blame and no “right or wrong.” Instead, we begin to listen—not just to the words, but to the feelings and stories underneath them. That’s where empathy happens. And empathy changes everything.
Often, what we react to in each other isn’t about the present moment—it’s shaped by old experiences, emotional wounds, or unmet needs we may not even be aware of. Through therapy, we learn to understand each other not as opponents, but as partners doing their best with what they’ve carried.
If you’re curious about my couples therapy work together with Alf Galfvensjö, you can learn more here:
👉 battretillsammans.se
Markvardsgatan 5, Vasastan, Stockholm
