Many clients come to couples therapy too late, making it challenging to salvage the remnants of their relationship. I often hear clients say, "If only we had come much earlier!" This should be the entry point for those reading this. Seek help in good time.

Is it natural for you to go for dental check-ups? What about your relationship or mental health? Like everything else in life, your relationship is dynamic and constantly changing.

Many "new" couples choose couples therapy preventively if they have experienced failed relationships in the past.

Below is a small list of indicators suggesting when you should seek help:

• Disagreements or arguments are becoming more frequent.
• The tone has become harsh, making it difficult to return to a sense of presence.
• Communication is minimal or nonexistent between you.
• You no longer find the spark or enthusiasm in the relationship.
• Infidelity has occurred, and moving forward is challenging.
• One partner has withdrawn into their own world.
• Work has replaced the togetherness, or other activities consume all the time in the relationship.
• The "we" has turned into an "I" again. Joy and companionship are missing.
• Your cohabitation and sex life are deteriorating.
• Children are struggling, and you have differing opinions on how to resolve conflicts.
• Critical illness, death, accidents, or other traumatic experiences have come between your intimacy and togetherness.
• Holidays and leisure time with children happen separately.
• Checking in on where we are and what we dream of in the future.