Couples Therapy in NYC | Menucha Banayan, LMHC
Hey there—I’m Menucha Banayan, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York City, and I get what it’s like when your relationship feels off. You’re unsure when it started, but you’re lying in bed thinking, “How did we become strangers?” That ache when you’re in the same room but miles apart emotionally—it sucks. The frustration when words turn into walls instead of bridges? The longing to feel fulfilled and close again? I’ve guided countless couples through those raw, tangled moments, and I’m here to help you reconnect—heart-to-heart—right here in NYC.
My couples therapy isn’t just about fixing fights; it’s about rediscovering that spark, building a bond that feels alive and meaningful, and learning to talk in ways that lift you both up. As an EFT-informed therapist, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method to help you feel understood, emotionally in tune, and truly fulfilled together. Let’s find your way back to each other.
What You’re Feeling—and How I Bring You Closer
I see couples all over New York City craving connection but stuck in patterns that push them apart. Here’s how I help you bridge that gap:
Emotional Distance: Feeling like you’ve lost that closeness? With EFT, I’ll guide you to uncover what’s beneath the silence and rebuild a deep, emotional bond that feels safe and real.
Fights That Drain You: Sick of arguing without end? Using the Gottman Method, I’ll show you how to turn conflict into conversations—respectful, helpful ones that bring you together instead of tearing you down.
Lack of Fulfillment: Wondering where the joy went? I’ll help you rediscover what makes your relationship thrive, creating moments of connection that leave you both feeling full and seen.
Trust Struggles: Hurt or doubt in the way? As an EFT-informed therapist, I’ll walk you through healing wounds so you can trust and lean into each other again.
My Approach to Couples Therapy
I’m not here to judge or just watch you talk—I’m in it with you, helping you feel each other again. Here’s how I do it:
The Gottman Method: Mastering Respectful Communication
The Gottman Method is like a playbook for lasting love, grounded in research. I’ll teach you how to ditch the harsh words and shut-downs, replacing them with ways to communicate that are kind, clear, and actually helpful. You’ll learn to listen, share, and solve problems as a team—making your relationship a place where you both feel valued and fulfilled.
EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy): Reconnecting at the Heart
As an EFT-informed therapist, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy to dive into the emotions that matter most—those hidden fears or needs keeping you apart. We’ll peel back the layers together, helping you express what’s deep down so you can hold each other close again. It’s about building an emotional connection that’s strong enough to weather relationship storms.
