Katie Richardson and Annmarie Gray are among Ireland’s leading couples psychotherapists, having completed the highest level of specialist training in relationship and couples therapy. With deep clinical expertise and a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, they are dedicated to helping couples rebuild trust, deepen emotional and physical intimacy, and communicate more effectively.

At Inner Therapy, we work intensively with couples who are facing a wide range of challenges—from long-standing patterns of disconnection to sudden crises or life transitions. Whether you’re navigating conflict, recovering from betrayal, or simply feeling stuck, our work goes beyond surface-level advice. We help couples transform their relational dynamics through structured, evidence-based therapeutic work.

Our approach is informed by:

• Emotionally focused therapy (EFT)
• Trauma-informed and neuro-informed relationship work
• In-depth understanding of attachment and communication styles
• Specialist training in intimacy, sexuality, and trust repair

No matter where you are in your relationship, we meet you with care, clarity, and clinical skill—guiding you toward a more connected, resilient, and fulfilling partnership

What is Couples Therapy?

Couples therapy is a form of psychotherapy designed to help partners improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen emotional and physical intimacy. Whether you’re navigating ongoing difficulties or simply want to feel more connected, couples therapy provides a safe, supportive space to explore your relationship and grow together.

It’s not about blame or fault. It’s about gaining insight, healing old wounds, and learning how to support each other more effectively.

What Couples Therapy Can Help With

• Communication breakdowns
• Recurring arguments or unresolved tension
• Trust issues or infidelity
• Emotional disconnection or intimacy issues
• Differences in sexual needs or physical closeness
• Parenting and family stress
• Life transitions (e.g. becoming parents, relocation, career stress)
• The impact of trauma on one or both partners
• Navigating neurodivergence in relationships
• Relationship anxiety, uncertainty, or fear of commitment

How Trauma Can Affect a Relationship

When one or both partners have experienced trauma, it can significantly impact the dynamics of the relationship. Trauma—whether from childhood, previous relationships, grief, or abuse—can show up in ways that aren’t always obvious, including:

• Difficulty trusting or letting your partner in
• Emotional shutdown or heightened sensitivity
• Avoidance of conflict, vulnerability, or intimacy
• Patterns of reactivity or withdrawal
• Struggles with self-worth, safety, or feeling “too much” or “not enough”

Trauma can create invisible barriers between partners, even when love is strong. In couples therapy, we help you recognise these patterns, develop compassion for each other’s experiences, and learn how to reconnect from a place of safety, understanding, and support.

Neurodiversity and Relationships

Relationships involving neurodivergence—such as ADHD, autism, or sensory processing differences—can bring incredible strengths, along with distinct challenges. Misunderstandings often arise from differences in communication, emotional regulation, or sensory needs.

Our team is experienced in neuro-informed couples work, helping partners:

• Understand how each person’s neurotype influences the relationship
• Adapt communication to feel more understood and respected
• Manage overwhelm, rigidity, or emotional shutdown
• Navigate intimacy, structure, and connection in a neuro-affirming way

We aim to foster mutual empathy and practical strategies that strengthen your bond.

Intimacy and Connection

Issues around physical or emotional intimacy are common in relationships. Whether caused by trauma, stress, neurodivergence, or misaligned needs, these challenges can feel painful or confusing.

In therapy, we offer a safe space to explore:

• Emotional distance or lack of connection
• Mismatched desire or sexual needs
• Feelings of rejection or shame
• The effects of stress, parenting, or past experiences on intimacy
• Ways to safely rebuild closeness and physical connection

Early Relationship Counselling

Therapy isn’t only for couples in crisis. Early relationship counselling supports couples who are:

• In the beginning stages of a relationship
• Moving in together, getting married, or starting a family
• Wanting to prevent future conflict by learning healthy patterns now
• Looking to build trust, deepen emotional intimacy, and understand each other’s needs

This proactive approach helps lay the foundation for a resilient, emotionally intelligent partnership.

What to Expect

Couples therapy is a collaborative, structured process led by an experienced therapist. You can expect to:

• Feel heard, respected, and supported—individually and as a couple
• Learn tools for effective communication and conflict resolution
• Address emotional and physical intimacy with openness and care
• Rebuild trust and reconnect in meaningful ways
• Develop a shared vision for your relationship moving forward

Whether you’re healing from trauma, navigating neurodivergence, or simply wanting more connection, we’re here to help you grow closer—together.

Call us on (087) 798 0611 / (087) 671 9049 or email info@innertherapy.ie to speak to one of our team today or book an appointment with us now