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Heights Couples Therapy

My passion is helping couples reconnect and develop a strong foundation from which they can take on

Experienced clinical psychologist in private practice helping individuals and couples build stronger relationships and more fulfilling lives.

07/21/2025

We're Hiring at Heights Couples Therapy!

Are you a passionate, relationship-focused therapist looking to grow in a supportive, specialized practice?

Heights Couples Therapy is expanding our team in Houston, Texas! We offer individual, couples, and family therapy with a strong foundation in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).

As EFT therapists, we believe in the power of secure connection, and that starts with our team. We’re looking for clinicians who value deep, transformative work and want to be part of a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

💼 Now hiring a Texas-licensed therapist (psychologist, LCSW, LMFT, LPC) with experience working with couples and relationship issues.
📍 Based in Houston (in-person & hybrid options available)
🤝 Supportive team culture, EFT supervision opportunities, above industry compensation, and a steady stream of referrals.

Ready to do meaningful work with people who care deeply about relationships? Apply today on our website.
https://www.heightscouplestherapy.com/careers

06/13/2025

Think scheduling intimacy is unsexy? Think again!

Back when you were dating, most of your intimate moments likely happened at the end of a planned date. Whether it was a candle-lit dinner or a movie night at home, these were scheduled events.

So, scheduling intimacy isn’t really a new concept; it’s just giving it a little more structure in your now slightly more hectic lives.

Scheduling intimacy also offers these benefits! Swipe 👉 to learn more!

06/04/2025

The next time the conversations with your partner start to feel tense or stuck, try this EFT Tip!

Slow down and tune into what’s really going on underneath.

Instead of focusing on who’s “right” or what went wrong, pause and ask yourself: What am I feeling right now? What am I needing?

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) teaches us that strong emotions—like frustration, anger, or withdrawal—are often surface signals of deeper feelings, like fear of disconnection or longing for closeness. The next time you're in a difficult moment, gently share what’s happening inside, using "I" statements:

“I think I got defensive because I felt like I was losing you in that moment, and that really scares me.”

Opening up in this vulnerable way invites connection rather than conflict. When each partner can express what’s underneath the reaction, it becomes easier to hear each other and move closer instead of apart.

05/27/2025

When anxiety enters the relationship, it affects you both.

Whether it's OCD, panic attacks, or general anxiety, an anxiety disorder doesn’t just impact the person experiencing it. It can reshape how you and your partner communicate, connect, and manage conflict as a couple.

At Heights Couples Therapy, we help partners understand how anxiety shows up in their relationship—and how to meet it with compassion, not frustration.

You don’t have to navigate this alone. We specialize in supporting couples through the unique challenges that come with anxiety, helping you build a stronger, more connected partnership together.

Now accepting new clients—book your free 15-minute consultation today!

https://bit.ly/42y34bW

05/21/2025

We're Hiring at Heights Couples Therapy!

Are you a passionate, relationship-focused therapist looking to grow in a supportive, specialized practice?

Heights Couples Therapy is expanding our team in Houston, Texas! We offer individual, couples, and family therapy with a strong foundation in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).

As EFT therapists, we believe in the power of secure connection, and that starts with our team. We’re looking for clinicians who value deep, transformative work and want to be part of a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

💼 Now hiring a Texas-licensed therapist (psychologist, LCSW, LMFT, LPC) with experience working with couples and relationship issues.
📍 Based in Houston (in-person & hybrid options available)
🤝 Supportive team culture, EFT supervision opportunities, and a steady stream of referrals.

Ready to do meaningful work with people who care deeply about relationships? Apply today on our website.
https://www.heightscouplestherapy.com/careers

05/13/2025

What is Defensiveness?

Defensiveness is a natural human response, often triggered when we feel attacked or criticized. Rather than turn toward our partner to hear them, we push back against their communication. We may attack back or criticize the other person in order to shift focus away from our own vulnerabilities or shortcomings.

How does it show up in relationships?

It might look like this: You bring up feeling hurt by how often your partner is on their phone — texting, emailing, scrolling — and instead of hearing you, they fire back with how you're always on your computer or taking work calls during family time.

Or maybe you ask for help with the kids’ homework, and rather than responding to the request, your partner rattles off everything they already do — packing lunches, managing the morning routine, tidying up, and handling the sitter.

In both cases, the core message gets lost in a rush to defend, justify, or counter-accuse, and real connection gets pushed to the side.

Why does it matter?

Defensiveness can become a significant barrier to effective communication and emotional connection. When one or both partners frequently resort to defensiveness, it can create a cycle of escalating conflict and hinder the relationship's growth.

How to work with defensiveness?

Start by noticing when defensiveness shows up and gently naming it — in yourself or your partner — without blame. Then, shift the focus back to understanding each other’s underlying needs, rather than proving who’s right.

If defensiveness is creating strain in your relationship, we’d love to support you at Heights Couples Therapy.

05/08/2025

More and more couples are finding it challenging to balance weekly therapy alongside an ever-growing list of commitments. That’s where Couples Therapy Intensives come in.

Couples Therapy Intensives offer a deeper, more focused path forward—toward the connection, clarity, and intimacy you're craving.

In this extended format, there’s space to breathe, settle in, and begin untangling the patterns that keep you and your partner disconnected, without the pressure of rushing out the door to your next obligation.

What might take months in weekly sessions can often be achieved in just a few days (or a weekend) of intentional, dedicated work.

If you’re ready to stop hitting pause on your progress each week, an intensive might be exactly what your relationship has been waiting for. 💬💛

Charisse Ferrer (she/her) is now accepting couples for in-person, weekend intensives. Book your free consultation today.

https://www.heightscouplestherapy.com/intensive-therapy

05/01/2025

Feeling stuck in your emotions? Try this simple EFT-inspired journaling practice. 📝💭

Journaling isn’t just for venting, and when done right, it can be a powerful tool for emotional clarity and self-discovery.

Here’s how to get started:
🕰 Set a timer for 5–10 minutes.
📗 Grab a journal, a loose sheet of paper, a Google Doc, or even your notes app on your phone.
✍ Write without editing. Let your thoughts flow freely.

Try this prompt 👉“What emotion showed up most today? What does this feeling need from me?”

This simple practice helps you spot emotional patterns and build self-compassion—key steps in Emotionally Focused Therapy.

Start tonight. Just 5 minutes. You might be surprised what comes up.

04/21/2025

Life changes everything—even your relationship.

A new job, a move, becoming parents, retirement... big transitions can bring excitement, but they can also stir up stress, disconnection, and unexpected conflict. Even the changes you planned for can shake up how you communicate and connect.

If a life shift is making things feel off between you and your partner, you're not alone. At Heights Couples Therapy, we help couples navigate change with clarity and compassion so you can grow through it—together.

📆 Therapy can help you reconnect and move forward as a team.

https://bit.ly/42y34bW

04/17/2025

At Heights Couples Therapy, we specialize in helping partners navigate the unique challenges that can test a relationship. Whether you're rebuilding trust, adjusting to life changes, or balancing careers and family, our expert therapists are here to guide you.

Every relationship has its challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. Let’s work together to build a stronger, healthier connection. 💙

Ready to take the next step? Book your FREE consultation today at https://bit.ly/40DKwYG

04/08/2025

There is no doubt that can have a significant impact on the dynamics of relationships.

Symptoms like forgetfulness, impulsivity, and a lack of focus may lead to misunderstandings, leaving partners feeling disregarded. If left unchecked, such issues can cause emotional pain, leading to withdrawal or anger.

Emotionally focused therapy ( ) can help couples cope with ADHD in relationships by fostering deeper understanding and connection. Learn more about how on the blog.
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04/02/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Charisse to the Heights Couples Therapy team! 🌿💙

Charisse specializes in working with multi-cultural and cross-cultural relationships, first-generation immigrants, and individuals navigating grief, loss, and life transitions.

She has a special heart for those who feel “too intense” for others and men who tend to withdraw during conflict.

With a caring and mindful approach, Charisse blends Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), person-centered work, and systems theory to help clients understand their emotions and relationships.

She also incorporates mindfulness, DBT skills, and education on cultural identity, attachment, and trauma to support healing and growth.

Address

1225 North Loop W. , Suite 935
Houston, TX
77008

Opening Hours

Monday

9am - 5pm

Telephone

+18329150805

Website

https://heightscouplestherapy.com/

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