Not quite ready to commit to counselling? That’s completely okay. A discovery meeting can be a thoughtful first step.

For a fee of $120, this no-commitment session gives you a safe, professional space to explore what is really going on, without pressure to start couples counselling. You can attend together as a couple or on your own. During this meeting, I work with you to clarify what a realistic and meaningful objective would look like, explain how counselling actually works, and identify the patterns or issues that may be blocking you as a couple from moving forward. Just as importantly, we take time to decide together whether couples counselling is the right fit for you right now, or whether other options may better support your situation. Many people find that even one discovery meeting brings clarity, relief, and a sense of direction.

When you or your partner are not fully sure about starting counselling, a discovery meeting can be a meaningful and respectful first step. Many couples hesitate because they worry about commitment, fear being blamed, or simply do not know what counselling will actually involve. A discovery meeting removes that pressure and replaces it with clarity.

There is no obligation to continue beyond this session. It is simply an opportunity to ask questions, gain perspective, and take a first step toward understanding your relationship in a calm, supportive therapeutic environment.

This session is not about fixing everything or forcing decisions. It is about slowing things down. When emotions have been running high or conversations keep ending in the same place, having a structured, professional space can help both partners feel safer and more open. Even attending alone can be valuable. Often, one person needs space to understand what they are experiencing before inviting their partner into the process. A discovery meeting allows you to explore what feels most difficult right now and what a reasonable objective would look like for your relationship. Many couples come in believing their situation is “too complicated” or that they are simply incompatible. In reality, they are often stuck in patterns they do not yet see. Identifying those patterns early can reduce blame and create a sense of relief. It shifts the focus from who is right or wrong to what is happening between you.

This meeting also gives you a chance to understand how counselling works in real terms. You can ask questions, express concerns, and get a sense of whether the therapeutic approach feels right for you. There is no obligation to continue, and no expectation that you commit to couples counselling afterward. Sometimes, clarity itself is the most helpful outcome. For partners who are unsure or reluctant, a discovery meeting can feel less intimidating than “starting therapy.” It opens the door to new ideas, shared language, and options that may not have felt available before. Even a single conversation can help you move from feeling stuck to feeling more informed, grounded, and hopeful about what comes next.