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Every couple faces seasons of distance or conflict. Rebuild communication, repair emotional trust, & rediscover shared purpose.

Couples Counseling in Nashville, Franklin & Surrounding Areas

Every relationship has its challenges — moments of misunderstanding, unmet needs, or emotional distance can leave even the strongest partnerships feeling strained. Couples counseling provides a safe, supportive space to explore these challenges, improve communication, and rebuild connection. With over 30 years of experience, Tony Rankin helps couples navigate conflict, restore trust, and develop practical strategies for lasting intimacy and partnership. Whether you’re struggling with recurring disagreements, rebuilding after betrayal, or preparing for marriage or blending families, counseling can help you strengthen your relationship and create a deeper sense of understanding, connection, and shared purpose.

Tony uses proven approaches like CBT, EFT and Solution Focused Counseling to help couples heal and move forward together.

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Areas of Focus

  • Communication Breakdowns

    When communication breaks down, even small conversations can turn into arguments or silent standoffs. Many couples find themselves repeating the same cycles — feeling unheard, misunderstood, or dismissed. Over time, distance grows, and frustration replaces connection.

    In therapy, Tony helps couples identify where communication patterns are failing and teaches proven techniques to express needs, listen with empathy, and reduce defensiveness. With guided structure and a calm, neutral space, couples begin to rebuild mutual understanding and rediscover how to talk — and truly hear each other — again.

  • Conflict & Resentment

    Conflict is a natural part of any relationship, but when disagreements turn into resentment, it can erode trust and emotional closeness. Unresolved tension often comes from deeper issues — unmet needs, repeated misunderstandings, or past hurts that never fully healed.

    Tony works with couples to unpack the roots of their conflicts, manage emotions in the moment, and learn constructive ways to resolve differences. By focusing on respect, curiosity, and accountability, couples can move from constant arguing or avoidance toward a relationship built on understanding and shared growth.

  • Infidelity or Betrayal Recovery

    Discovering infidelity or betrayal can shake the very foundation of a relationship. The pain, shock, and loss of trust can feel overwhelming — yet, with the right support, healing and rebuilding are possible.

    Tony provides a structured, compassionate environment where both partners can process what happened, express emotions safely, and work toward clarity. Therapy focuses on transparency, emotional repair, and re-establishing trust at a pace that feels manageable. Whether couples choose reconciliation or closure, the process centers on honesty, dignity, and long-term healing for both individuals.

  • Emotional Disconnection

    Many couples describe a sense of “living side by side but feeling miles apart.” Emotional disconnection can develop slowly — through stress, busy schedules, or years of unspoken needs. It may show up as decreased intimacy, lack of affection, or feeling unimportant in the relationship.

    Tony helps couples uncover the subtle ways disconnection forms and guides them in rebuilding emotional intimacy. Through empathy-based communication and relational awareness, partners learn to reconnect with vulnerability and mutual care. The goal is to restore warmth, trust, and emotional safety — creating space for closeness to grow again.

  • Pre-Marital & Blended Family Support

    Preparing for marriage or blending families brings both excitement and unique challenges. Pre-marital and blended family counseling provide couples with a strong foundation for understanding differences, aligning values, and developing healthy communication before problems arise.

    Tony helps couples explore key areas like conflict resolution, finances, parenting expectations, boundaries, and emotional needs. For blended families, sessions also address loyalty conflicts, co-parenting challenges, and navigating new family roles. These conversations create clarity, confidence, and unity — setting the stage for a lasting, resilient partnership.