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Helping Couples Rekindle Their Love

As a licensed relationship therapist in Los Angeles, Hillside Counseling is dedicated to helping couples resolve their relationship issues and rekindle their love.

About Hillside Counseling - A Licensed Therapist In Los Angeles

As a licensed therapist, I am dedicated to fostering robust, healthy relationships as foundational elements of a fulfilling life. My therapeutic approach is predicated on the understanding that while relationships may face challenges and conflicts, with the right tools and support, couples can navigate these difficulties and emerge stronger.

My philosophy is to create a secure and non-judgmental space where couples can freely explore their emotions, concerns, and communication patterns. I acknowledge that each individual contributes distinct perspectives and experiences to the relationship, and my role is to facilitate an understanding and appreciation of these differences.

I prioritize effective communication, empathy, and understanding within relationships. By employing evidence-based techniques such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method—recognized as the "Gold Standard" in couples therapy—I guide couples in enhancing communication, building trust, and deepening their emotional connection. The sessions are structured to encourage couples to express their feelings openly and honestly, equipping them with the strategies and tools needed to resolve conflicts and fortify their relationships.

My holistic approach considers the individual needs and aspirations of each partner, as well as the overall dynamics of the relationship. I am committed to empowering couples to enact positive changes, deepen their intimacy, and foster a more gratifying partnership. This includes assisting couples, particularly those grappling with infidelity and the potential risk of separation or divorce, in reconnecting and reconstructing a loving and fulfilling relationship. I support couples recovering from infidelity to determine their future direction, achieve emotional healing, and rebuild their relationship on a stronger foundation.

As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my practice is grounded in extensive training and specialization in relationship therapy. I am devoted to the mission of enabling couples to develop healthy, rewarding, and enduring relationships.

Our goals include:

  • Fostering Communication: Enhancing dialogue between partners to constructively and respectfully articulate their needs, emotions, and concerns.
  • Resolving Conflicts: Assisting couples in addressing and resolving conflicts in a productive manner, thus strengthening the relationship and preventing recurrent issues.
  • Enhancing Emotional Connection: Helping couples to reconnect emotionally to enhance intimacy, closeness, and rediscovery of joy in their partnership.
  • Promoting Individual Growth: Supporting each partner's personal development and self-awareness, addressing challenges that may impact the relationship.
  • Providing Tools and Resources: Equipping couples with practical exercises, conflict resolution techniques, and strategies for managing stress and emotions.
  • Cultivating a Lasting Partnership: Empowering couples to build a resilient, fulfilling, and lasting relationship capable of navigating life's transitions and challenges.

My aim is to guide couples through challenges, helping them rediscover love, trust, and intimacy, thereby laying the groundwork for a happy and resilient future together.

Patricia Rayas-Tabares

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist deeply committed to fostering healthy, fulfilling relationships through evidence-based therapeutic practices. Rooted in the philosophy that strong relationships are the cornerstone of a fulfilling life, I understand that even the strongest bonds can face challenges. In my practice, I utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method, which are considered gold standards in couples therapy. My expertise is particularly focused on helping couples navigate the complexities of infidelity and other significant relationship stressors, guiding them toward healing and reconnection.

In my approach, I prioritize creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where couples can openly explore their emotions, communication patterns, and individual perspectives. I believe in the power of effective communication, empathy, and understanding to transform relationships. Through the therapy sessions, I work collaboratively with couples to identify and address the underlying issues impacting their relationship, striving to enhance communication, resolve conflicts, and promote individual growth. My mission is to empower each couple to deepen their intimacy, strengthen their connection, and build a resilient partnership that can withstand the tests of time and change.

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At Hillside Counseling, we are committed to providing personalized, effective therapy services to couples in Torrance, CA, and surrounding areas. Our licensed therapists in Los Angeles use proven techniques to help you resolve your relationship issues and build a stronger connection with your partner.

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Mission

My mission is to empower couples to cultivate healthy, fulfilling, and resilient relationships. I am dedicated to providing a supportive and non-judgmental environment where partners can openly explore their emotions and communication patterns. Through personalized therapy and evidence-based techniques, we guide couples on a journey of growth, helping them to enhance communication, resolve conflicts, and deepen emotional connections. My goal is to support each couple in building a strong, lasting partnership that thrives on mutual understanding, trust, and love.

We offer Relationship Counseling and Therapy to couples, families, and individuals across Torrance, Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes Peninsula, Manhattan Beach, Rolling Hills, Palos Verdes Estates, and the surrounding areas.

Helping Couples Rekindle Their Love

As a licensed relationship therapist in Los Angeles, Hillside Counseling is dedicated to helping couples resolve their relationship issues and rekindle their love. 

ABOUT HILLSIDE COUNSELING - YOUR TRUSTED LICENSED THERAPIST IN LOS ANGELES

At Hillside Counseling, we are committed to nurturing strong, healthy relationships as the cornerstone of a fulfilling life. Our approach is grounded in the belief that while relationships can encounter challenges and conflicts, couples can overcome these difficulties and emerge stronger with the appropriate tools and support.

Our philosophy centers on creating a safe and non-judgmental environment where couples can openly explore their feelings, concerns, and communication patterns. We recognize that each partner brings their own unique perspectives and experiences to the relationship, and our role is to facilitate an understanding and appreciation of these differences.

We emphasize the importance of effective communication, empathy, and understanding within relationships. Utilizing evidence-based methods such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method—considered the "Gold Standard" in couples therapy—we guide couples through the process of improving communication, building trust, and deepening their connection. Our sessions are designed to encourage couples to express their emotions transparently and honestly, providing them with the necessary guidance and tools to resolve conflicts and strengthen their bonds.

Our holistic approach takes into account the individual needs and goals of each partner, as well as the dynamics of the relationship as a whole. We are dedicated to empowering couples to create positive change, deepen their intimacy, and cultivate a more satisfying partnership. This includes helping couples, especially those dealing with infidelity and the potential threat of separation or divorce, to reconnect and rebuild a loving and satisfying relationship.

As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, our practice is anchored in extensive training and specialization in relationship therapy. We are committed to our mission of empowering couples to cultivate healthy, fulfilling, and lasting relationships. 

Our goals include:

  • Fostering Communication: Enhancing dialogue between partners to express their needs, emotions, and concerns constructively and respectfully.
  • Resolving Conflicts: Assisting couples in addressing and resolving conflicts in a healthy, productive manner, thereby strengthening the relationship and preventing recurrent issues.
  • Enhancing Emotional Connection: Aiding couples in reconnecting emotionally to foster intimacy, closeness, and rediscovery of joy in their partnership.
  • Promoting Individual Growth: Supporting each partner's personal growth and self-awareness, addressing challenges that may affect the relationship.
  • Providing Tools and Resources: Equipping couples with practical exercises, conflict resolution techniques, and strategies for managing stress and emotions.
  • Cultivating a Lasting Partnership: Empowering couples to build a resilient, fulfilling, and enduring relationship capable of navigating life's transitions and challenges.

At Hillside Counseling, our aim is to guide couples through challenges, helping them rediscover love, trust, and intimacy, thereby building a foundation for a happy and resilient future together.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to empower couples to cultivate healthy, fulfilling, and resilient relationships. We are dedicated to providing a supportive and non-judgmental environment where partners can openly explore their emotions and communication patterns. Through personalized therapy and evidence-based techniques, we guide couples on a journey of growth, helping them to enhance communication, resolve conflicts, and deepen emotional connections. Our goal is to support each couple in building a strong, lasting partnership that thrives on mutual understanding, trust, and love.

Patricia Tabares


Patricia Tabares is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist deeply committed to fostering healthy, fulfilling relationships through evidence-based therapeutic practices. Rooted in the philosophy that strong relationships are the cornerstone of a fulfilling life, she understands that even the strongest bonds can face challenges. In her practice, Patricia utilizes Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the Gottman Method, which are considered gold standards in couples therapy. Her expertise is particularly focused on helping couples navigate the complexities of infidelity and other significant relationship stressors, guiding them towards healing and reconnection.

In her approach, Patricia prioritizes creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where couples can openly explore their emotions, communication patterns, and individual perspectives. She believes in the power of effective communication, empathy, and understanding to transform relationships. Through her therapy sessions, she works collaboratively with couples to identify and address the underlying issues impacting their relationship, striving to enhance communication, resolve conflicts, and promote individual growth. Her mission is to empower each couple to deepen their intimacy, strengthen their connection, and build a resilient partnership that can withstand the tests of time and change.

Download Our Free Relationship Guide

Discover the immense value of our expert tips and strategies in improving your relationship. Seize the opportunity to learn from our experienced relationship therapists in Los Angeles.

Download Now

Experience the Hillside Difference

At Hillside Counseling, we are committed to providing personalized, effective therapy services to couples in Torrance, CA. Our licensed therapists in Los Angeles use proven techniques to help you resolve your relationship issues and build a stronger connection with your partner.

My partner and I have seen a significant improvement in our communication since we started therapy at Hillside Counseling. - John and Jane, Torrance, CA

John Smith - CEO/Founder

Our therapist at Hillside Counseling really took the time to understand our issues and created a therapy plan that worked for us. - Mike and Lisa, Torrance, CA

Mary Beth Burkett - Human Resources

The location is perfect for us. We love that we can easily get to our therapy sessions. - Sarah and Tom, Torrance, CA

John Commacio - COO

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Hillside Counseling provides relationship therapy and counseling services to clients across Torrance, Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes Peninsula, Manhattan Beach, Rolling Hills, Palos Verdes Estates, and the surrounding areas.