Relationship Counselling and Therapy

I empower you to transform your most important relationships.

In-person and online sessions for individuals or couples ready to transform their relationships.

“Uri has been instrumental in helping us reconnect after our relationship fell apart.”

— Happy Client

"We both felt heard and seen.”

— Happy Client

“Uri created a safe space for both of us, guiding us toward
relating respectfully and communicating compassionately.”

— Happy Client

Is Your Relationship in the Danger Zone?

Relationships can be beautiful, but they are rarely easy. Many couples find themselves caught in cycles of frustration and disconnection, unsure of how to break free. Where do you currently stand in your relationship? Are you thriving together, or are you just barely holding on?

The 6 Most Common Causes of Friction in Relationships:

Communication: Misunderstandings and blame leading to endless arguments.
Kids: Navigating the challenges of parenting while staying connected as partners.
Sex: Lack of intimacy or mismatched desires creating distance and resentment.
Trust: Struggles with infidelity or broken trust that feel impossible to repair.
Money: Disagreements about finances or unequal contributions causing tension.
Inequality: Disparities in housework, childcare, or emotional labour create frustration and resentment.

When these challenges aren’t addressed, relationships can slip into what I call the Danger Zone, a space filled with conflict, instability, and emotional pain. But it doesn’t have to stay that way.

Take a moment to reflect: Where are you in your relationship right now? If you’re in the Danger Zone, there’s hope. With the right tools and guidance, you can move forward to the Growth Zone—a space where respect, understanding, and safety begin to take root.

The Relationship Zones Model

Which zone do you choose to be in?

Your Path to a Thriving Relationship

No matter where you find yourself on the Relationship Zones ladder, there’s a clear path forward. Through our structured two-phase approach, I will guide you toward deeper connection, greater understanding, and long-lasting fulfilment in your relationship.

Phase 1: Reset and Rebuild (From Danger Zone to Growth Zone)

Over 12 weeks, we’ll focus on interrupting unhelpful patterns, rebuilding trust, and teaching vital communication skills. This phase will help you and your partner move out of destructive cycles and begin creating a solid foundation for your relationship.

Phase 2: Deepen and Thrive (From Growth Zone to Blossom Zone)

This optional six-month journey is fully customised to your unique relationship goals. Together, we’ll explore areas of growth such as intimacy, trust, finances, and shared values. This phase will empower you to cultivate a thriving, flourishing connection where both partners feel seen, valued, and aligned.

Phase 1: Reset and Rebuild

The Painful Danger Zone

The Danger Zone is where many couples find themselves when they first seek support. Constant arguments, defensiveness, and unmet needs create a sense of instability that impacts not just the couple but everyone around them, including their children.
Phase 1 is designed to help you step out of this cycle and move into the Growth Zone, where safety and respect begin to flourish.

The Hopeful Growth Zone

During these 12 sessions (over 3-4 months), we will:

Identify destructive patterns: Recognise the cycles that keep you stuck in the Danger Zone.
Rebuild trust: Lay the foundation for mutual respect and understanding.
Teach essential communication skills: Learn how to express your needs and emotions clearly without blame or judgment.
Create a shared vision: Establish new agreements and boundaries that support a healthier relationship dynamic.

What You’ll Achieve:

Move from reactive to responsive communication.
Create a safer emotional environment for yourself and your loved ones.
Identify and overcome the key barriers in your relationship.
Build a foundation of trust and respect that allows for growth.

Phase 2: Deepen and Thrive

The Wonderful Blossom Zone

After resetting and rebuilding your relationship, it’s time to move into the Blossom Zone—a space where relationships flourish and thrive. In this phase, we focus on customised topics tailored to your specific needs, ensuring that your relationship continues to grow and deepen.

Over 6 months (12 sessions), we’ll explore areas that matter most to you, such as:

Sex and Intimacy: Rekindle your connection and navigate mismatched desires with compassion.
Finance: Create alignment around money decisions and reduce financial tension.
Shared Responsibilities: Build equality in household and life management tasks.
Well-being: Support each other’s physical, emotional, and mental health.
Values Alignment: Discover how your personal values can align with your relationship values.
Trust: Strengthen and maintain the trust you’ve rebuilt.
Quality Time: Remove distractions (like social media) and focus on gratitude and presence.

This phase empowers you to create a flourishing relationship where both partners feel truly aligned and fulfilled.

Uri Bookman

After seeing how others have transformed their relationships, you might be wondering: Who’s guiding this process?

I’m Uri Bookman, a process-oriented psychotherapist, certified coach, trainer and facilitator specialising in relationships and communication. With years of experience, I’ve helped countless individuals and couples rebuild connections, navigate conflicts, and create thriving relationships.

What sets my approach apart? I believe that romantic, familial, or professional relationships are the key to awakening and growth. By working on yourself, you can transform the dynamics around you.

My methods are rooted in emotional intelligence, Nonviolent Communication, and my unique Relationship Zones model, which I’ve developed to guide couples through the different stages of their journey.

Whether it’s teaching vital communication skills, resolving deep-seated patterns, or guiding couples toward mutual respect and intimacy, I provide practical tools that empower you to create lasting change.

Let’s work together to make your most important relationships a source of profound connection and fulfilment.

Take the Next Step Towards a Thriving Relationship

Investing in your relationship is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Whether you’re feeling stuck, disconnected, or simply want to strengthen the bond you share, the time to act is now.

Are you ready to transform your relationship into a source of connection, respect, and fulfilment?

Here’s how you can begin:

👉 Book a Free 15-minute Call: Let’s discuss where you’re at and how I can support you. This is your opportunity to ask questions and see if this process feels right for you.

👉 Schedule Your First Session: Ready to dive in? Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward resetting and rebuilding your relationship.

This process is not about quick fixes—it’s about creating lasting change and nurturing the relationship you deserve.