Our Duo Expert Couples Therapy is an integrated service that combines the expertise of an Experiential Therapist and a Relationship Coach. This dual approach helps you address emotional challenges, improve communication, and rebuild intimacy with guidance from two experts instead of one.

Each session is co-facilitated by Mita Menezes, an Experiential Therapist & Psychologist, and Rohan Fernandes, a Sex, Intimacy & Relationship Coach. Together, they provide comprehensive support that covers both emotional healing and practical relationship strategies. 

Our Duo Expert couple therapy & coaching is designed for any couple facing challenges in their relationship or simply wishing to enhance their connection and understanding of each other. Whether you're navigating the complexities of marriage, the nuances of an unmarried partnership, or the dynamics of a queer relationship, our services are rooted in inclusivity and respect. We welcome couples at any stage of their relationship, providing a safe space to explore, grow, and heal together.

Our Couples Therapy and Counseling services are for any couple who wants to:

• Improve Communication: Enhance your ability to understand and communicate with each other more effectively.

• Resolve Conflict: Develop strategies to manage and resolve conflicts respectfully and constructively.

• Navigate Life Transitions: Receive support during significant life changes, such as starting a family, career changes, or dealing with loss.

• Rebuild Trust: Work through issues of infidelity or betrayal to rebuild trust and strengthen your bond.

• Address Mental Health Challenges: Learn to cope with mental health issues that may be affecting your relationship.

• Strengthen Intimacy: Enhance both your emotional and physical connection for a deeper, more meaningful bond. 

• Explore Differences: Address differences in values, goals, or desires to find common ground and mutual understanding.

• Improve Sex Life: Cultivate a more satisfying and adventurous sexual connection by embracing your desires and enhancing pleasure, or learn to balance differences in sexual desires for mutual fulfilment. 

Our Couples Therapy and Counseling sessions provide a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore and overcome a wide range of relationship challenges. We help you and your partner find balance and build a healthier, more connected future. Here are some of the key areas we address: 

Communication & Connection:

• Difficulty expressing feelings and truly being heard

• Frequent arguments and misunderstandings

• Lack of emotional or physical intimacy

• Differences in communication styles or love languages

Conflict Resolution:

• Destructive arguing patterns and unresolved conflicts

• Resentment, power struggles, or codependency

• Unhealthy boundaries that strain the relationship

Life Transitions:

• Navigating major changes such as parenthood, job loss, or illness

• Adjusting to blended families, empty nest syndrome, or retirement

• Coping with grief, loss, or financial stress

Intimacy & Sexuality:

• Low desire or challenges with sexual satisfaction

• Differences in sexual needs or preferences

• Rebuilding trust after infidelity or betrayal

• Exploring alternative relationship dynamics, including non-monogamy

Individual Challenges Impacting the Relationship:

• Managing mental health issues like anxiety, depression, or trauma

• Addressing differences in values, goals, or personal growth

• Healing from past hurts that affect your current relationship

We also help with the below challenges:

• Integrating cultural or religious differences

• Supporting diverse sexual orientations and gender identities

Every couple's situation is unique. Our compassionate approach tailors each session to meet your specific needs and challenges. If you’re facing any of these issues—or something else that’s weighing on your heart—reach out to us. Together, we can work towards a stronger, more connected future for your relationship.

Our premium Duo Expert Pack includes 4 sessions, conducted once a week over the span of one month. This structure ensures consistent, focused support for your relationship. 

Yes, we offer both online and in-person sessions. You can choose the format that best suits your comfort and schedule. 

While each relationship is unique, many couples report noticeable improvements in communication, trust, and intimacy within a few sessions. Consistent engagement and practice of the techniques discussed are key to long-lasting transformation. 

• Confidentiality: Your privacy is of the utmost importance. All discussions within the therapy session are confidential, creating a safe space for open communication.

• Inclusive & Affirmative: We are inclusive and affirming of all couples, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or relationship status.

• Sex Therapy Informed: Our experts are trained in sex therapy & coaching, offering a specialized approach to address issues related to intimacy, sexuality, and sexual health.

• Trauma-Informed Care: Many individuals and couples may have experienced trauma or going through trauma in their lives. We utilize trauma-informed care principles to create a safe and supportive environment for healing.

• Qualified Experts: Qualified, experienced and certified experts dedicated to providing compassionate and effective support. 

• Holistic Approach: We consider your mental, emotional, and physical well-being, offering a comprehensive holistic approach to address various facets of your life.

• Customized Therapy Plans: Each couple is unique. We create personalized therapy plans tailored to your specific needs, ensuring the most effective therapeutic journey.

• Interactive and Experiential Techniques: We employ a variety of dynamic, experiential, hands-on techniques to make the therapeutic process engaging, transformative, dynamic, and impactful. 

• Culturally Competent Therapist: We are culturally competent, ensuring that your unique background and perspectives are respected and integrated into the therapeutic process.

• Global Experience: We bring a wealth of global experience, having worked and collaborated with people from diverse cultures and industries around the world. This ensures a broad and inclusive perspective in our approach.

These features reflect our commitment to delivering inclusive, personalized, and effective couples therapy that meets the unique needs of every relationship.

At Turtle Balance, we embrace an eclectic, integrated approach to couples therapy that combines evidence-based interventions with experiential techniques. We understand that every relationship is unique, and our comprehensive strategy addresses the multifaceted nature of emotional well-being and mental health. By blending traditional therapeutic modalities with innovative, hands-on methods, we tailor our approach to meet each couple's specific needs and goals.

Our interventions include, but are not limited to:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

• Expressive Arts Therapy (EXAT) 

• Psychodrama Psychotherapy

• Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)

• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

• Somatic Experiencing Therapy (SE) 

• Gestalt Therapy

• Transactional Analysis (TA)  

• Internal Family Systems (IFS)

• Behaviour Modification 

• Somatica Method

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

• Mindfulness-Based Therapy

Our approach is grounded in the belief that healing is a multifaceted process that requires a comprehensive and tailored strategy. By integrating these diverse modalities, we develop a personalized, holistic treatment plan designed specifically for your relationship. 

In your first session, you'll have an initial conversation where our experts—Mita and Rohan—get to know you as a couple. They'll assess your relationship dynamics, understand your challenges, and discuss your goals for therapy. This session is designed to create a comfortable, open space for you to share your concerns and start building a personalized therapy plan. 

We require a minimum of 48 hours' notice for any rescheduling or cancellation. If you cancel or reschedule less than 48 hours before your session, the full fee will be charged. This policy helps us ensure that all couples receive the dedicated time and attention they need. This also helps us honor your time and ours.

Our pricing reflects the premium, dual-expert approach we offer. We believe that investing in your relationship is priceless. Despite offering a premium, dual-expert service, our pricing is highly competitive—priced lower than similar offerings in the market—ensuring you receive exceptional value for transformative care.