At Javery Integrative Wellness Services (JIWS), we understand that every relationship is unique, especially within the context of Black couples' experiences. Our couples therapy services provide a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive environment where partners can work together to strengthen their bond, improve communication, and build a healthier relationship that honors both individual and shared experiences.

Specialized Couples Therapy for the Black Community

We offer comprehensive couples therapy tailored to address the unique challenges and strengths within Black relationships. Whether you're in a premarital, marital, long-term, or non-traditional partnership, our goal is to help you build and maintain a fulfilling relationship that thrives despite external pressures and systemic challenges.

Understanding the Unique Context of Black Relationships

Black couples face distinct challenges that can impact relationship dynamics, including:

• Navigating the effects of historical and ongoing racial trauma

• Balancing cultural expectations with personal relationship goals

• Managing stress from systemic inequities that affect home life

• Reconciling different approaches to racial identity and experiences

• Building resilience together while honoring individual needs

Our culturally responsive approach acknowledges these realities while celebrating the strength, resilience, and rich traditions within Black partnerships.

Our Couples Therapy Services

Premarital Counseling

Prepare for a strong marriage with our specialized premarital counseling for Black couples in Atlanta. We address:

• Communication styles and conflict resolution techniques

• Financial planning and management discussions

• Family planning and parenting philosophy alignment

• Cultural and spiritual values integration

• Setting healthy boundaries with extended family

• Building rituals of connection that honor your shared heritage

Marital Counseling

Our marriage counseling helps Black couples reconnect, rebuild trust, and renew their commitment by:

• Addressing communication breakdowns and recurring conflicts

• Rebuilding intimacy and emotional connection

• Navigating major life transitions together

• Healing from betrayals or breaches of trust

• Developing strategies to protect your relationship from external stressors

• Creating space for individual growth within the partnership

Support for Long-Term Partnerships

For unmarried but committed partners, we provide guidance to:

• Navigate the complexities of long-term commitment

• Strengthen communication and conflict resolution skills

• Address intimacy and connection challenges

• Manage family integration and external expectations

• Define relationship boundaries and expectations

• Build a shared vision for your future together

Non-Traditional Partnerships

We create a supportive, non-judgmental space for partners in non-traditional relationships to:

• Explore and address unique relationship dynamics

• Navigate societal and family pressures

• Develop communication strategies specific to your relationship structure

• Create agreements that honor everyone's needs and boundaries

• Build community support networks

• Celebrate your relationship's unique strengths

Our Therapeutic Approach to Couples Work

At JIWS, we believe in holistic relationship wellness that addresses all aspects of partnership. Our couples therapy integrates:

• Evidence-based approaches like Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SBFT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Cultural understanding of relationship dynamics specific to Black couples

• Trauma-informed practices that acknowledge historical and generational factors

• Communication skills development tailored to your specific relationship style

• Practical tools for managing conflict and building connection in daily life

Couples Therapy Designed for Busy Lives

We understand the demands placed on Black couples balancing career, family, and community responsibilities. Our practice offers:

• Flexible scheduling options, including evening appointments

• Secure telehealth sessions

• 75-minute sessions to allow for deeper work

• Clear goal-setting to maximize therapy effectiveness

• Tools and practices you can implement between sessions

Why Choose JIWS for Couples Therapy?

Our practice stands out because we:

1. Provide culturally responsive care specifically designed for Black couples

2. Understand the unique pressures and strengths within Black relationships

3. Offer specialized support for various relationship stages and structures

4. Maintain a holistic approach that honors both individual and relational wellness

Fertility and Postpartum Support for Couples

As part of our commitment to supporting Black families through all life stages, we offer specialized couples therapy focused on:

• Navigating fertility challenges and reproductive decision-making

• Supporting each other through pregnancy and postpartum transitions

• Adjusting to parenthood while maintaining your partnership

• Addressing intimacy changes during family building

• Processing grief related to pregnancy or infant loss

• Building new family traditions that honor your heritage

Getting Started with Couples Therapy

Beginning couples therapy with JIWS is straightforward:

1. Schedule a free consultation call to discuss your relationship needs

2. Complete our convenient online intake forms (both partners)

3. Meet with your therapist to develop a personalized treatment plan

4. Begin your journey toward a stronger, more connected relationship

Investment in Your Relationship

We believe in making relationship care accessible:

• Couples therapy sessions range from $125-$150

• Sliding scale is available via Open Path Collective

• Consistent weekly or bi-weekly sessions recommended for best results

Take the First Step Today

Your journey to a stronger, more connected relationship begins with reaching out. Contact JIWS today to schedule your free consultation and learn how our couples therapy services can support your relationship's growth and healing.

Ready to begin? Email us at info@javerywellness.com or complete our online consultation request form. Join our community of Black couples who are prioritizing their relationships and building stronger bonds despite life's challenges.

JIWS is committed to providing culturally responsive relationship therapy for Black couples in Atlanta and surrounding areas through both in-person and telehealth options.