Couples Therapy in San Antonio
When communication isn't enough.
Most people seeking couples therapy in San Antonio aren't lacking communication skills. In fact, many of them are highly articulate professionals. The problem isn't that you don't know how to talk—it's that once the argument starts, logic goes out the window.
You enter into a reactive cycle. One of you pursues, demands, or criticizes because you feel unheard. The other withdraws, defends, or shuts down because you feel overwhelmed or inadequate. This is a structural cycle that cannot be fixed by simply "using 'I' statements." For couples where one or both partners are neurodivergent, understanding how ADHD affects relationship dynamics is a critical piece of breaking this cycle.
Prefer to talk? Call (210) 904-8665
Free 15-minute phone consultation — no obligation.
In-Person & Online Therapy: We offer in-person sessions at our San Antonio office, as well as secure online therapy for residents throughout Texas.
Signs Couples Therapy in San Antonio May Help
Underneath every argument about money, chores, or in-laws is a much deeper question: "Are you there for me? Do I matter to you?"
When the answer to that question feels like "no" or "maybe," the human brain registers it as a survival threat. This triggers an immediate fight-or-flight response. The anger you feel isn't just frustration—it's a protest against losing connection. The silence isn't just stubbornness—it's an attempt to protect the relationship from further damage. If you have experienced past events that threaten your sense of safety, we can explore how unresolved trauma can impact your relationship and intensify these reactions.
If we don't address the underlying threat to the bond, you will keep having the same surface-level arguments forever.
How Couples Therapy with Jorge Works
Map the Cycle
We start by identifying the exact choreography of your arguments. Who steps forward? Who steps back? We map out the exact trigger points so you can both see the cycle as the real enemy, not each other.
Access the Vulnerability
We slow things down. Instead of expressing secondary emotions (like anger or frustration), I will help you access and safely communicate the primary emotions underneath (like fear, sadness, or feeling inadequate).
Create New Interactions
We don't just talk about change; we experience it in the room. You will learn how to reach for your partner in a way that pulls them toward you, rather than pushing them away.
Prefer to talk? Call (210) 904-8665
Free 15-minute phone consultation — no obligation.
In-Person & Online Therapy: We offer in-person sessions at our San Antonio office, as well as secure online therapy for residents throughout Texas.
What to Expect from Treatment
Treatment begins with an initial assessment of the relationship, where we identify the negative cycles that keep you stuck. Once we map the cycle, we work on learning new tools for connection. We move away from blaming and focus on understanding the deeper vulnerabilities driving the conflict, leading to a secure and lasting bond. You can explore how marriage counseling improves communication by reading some of our resources while you prepare for your first session.
Meet Jorge Yunes, LPC
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience helping couples navigate communication breakdowns, infidelity, and disconnection. Utilizing evidence-based approaches like the Gottman Method, I provide a structured, non-judgmental space to help you rebuild trust and strengthen your relationship. You can read more about my therapy approach and background to see if we'd be a good fit.
Read More About JorgeFrequently Asked Questions
Do you take sides during couples therapy?
No, the relationship is the client. My goal is to help you both understand each other, not assign blame.
Can therapy help after an affair?
Yes, infidelity recovery is a specific area of focus. It takes time, but rebuilding trust is possible.
What if my partner refuses to come to therapy?
I offer individual therapy for relationship issues. You can still create positive change in your relationship by working on your own boundaries and communication.
Ready to Break the Cycle?
You don't have to stay stuck in the same arguments. Real, lasting change is entirely possible when we target the root structure of the conflict.
Request the Earliest Available AppointmentPrefer to talk? Call (210) 904-8665
Free 15-minute phone consultation — no obligation.
In-Person & Online Therapy: We offer in-person sessions at our San Antonio office, as well as secure online therapy for residents throughout Texas.