If you are one of the 1 in 8 couples who have trouble conceiving, then you know the challenges inherent in this process. Struggling with infertility can blanket your life, your relationships and your sense of self in a way that you never imagined. It is a life stressor that we as a community do not talk enough about and one that has a profound and lasting impact on our lives. It can be especially isolating if there is no one else in your life who has experienced these challenges. 

Many people who are struggling to conceive, or have endured many losses, notice a change in their intimate relationship. Focus on sexual intimacy and spontaneity may start to feel different as the dynamics of the relationship are constantly readjusting throughout this journey. Complications from pregnancy losses or incomplete IUI/IVF cycles can be devastating.

If you are on this journey, and are single or in a same sex couple, you may face additional social and interpersonal challenges. Finding a space that offers compassionate support is vital as you experience this complex journey on your road to try and conceive.

Therapy can offer a safe place to process these experiences as well as find support along your reproductive journey. This relationship can offer a place to process feelings of powerlessness, anger and resentment while exploring the lack of control that may have overtaken your life. Through therapy you can learn new coping skills as you express thoughts, feelings and physical experiences in a compassionate, non-judgemental space. We can explore different ways to support you and/or your relationship as you navigate these often difficult and unknown waters.