Rachel GEisler,LMSW

Brooklyn and Virtual Couples Therapist

Rachel Geisler LMSW Couples Therapist in Brooklyn outside on bench

Hi, I’m Rachel. Many of the couples I work with come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns they can’t seem to change. The same arguments, the same disconnection, the same sense of talking but not really hearing each other. You might love your partner deeply, but lately it feels harder to reach one another. Maybe you’re both juggling demanding schedules, working opposite hours, or coping with the stress of creative or service-based work that leaves little room to recharge. Over time, even strong relationships can start to feel distant, tense, or uncertain.

How We’ll Work Together

Couples therapy offers a space to slow down, understand what is really happening , and begin to reconnect. My work helps couples break free from the frustrating cycles that keep them stuck. The same arguments, the same emotional distance, the same struggle to feel heard or understood. Together, we identify the patterns beneath conflict, uncover the emotions that drive them, and build the skills to communicate with empathy and confidence. My goal is to help couples move beyond managing surface-level tension and toward creating a foundation of trust, safety, and lasting connection.

I know how to help partners navigate the real-life pressures that can strain the strongest relationships. For those in hospitality or the performing arts, the unique combination of long hours, irregular schedules, and high emotional demands can make connection feel especially hard to maintain. Together, we work to rebuild closeness, improve communication, and strengthen the sense of partnership that allows each person to feel grounded, supported, and seen, even in the most demanding seasons of life.

Rachel’s Expertise

I am a Licensed Master Social Worker with a degree from Hunter College. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and draw from psychodynamic, IFS, CBT, and DBT informed approaches. My style is collaborative, open, and compassionate. I believe change happens through honesty, curiosity, and the courage to show up differently. I also practice from an anti racist, LGBTQ+ affirming, and Health at Every Size perspective, creating a space where all identities and experiences are welcome.

Whether you’re feeling disconnected, stuck in old patterns, or just longing to feel closer again, couples therapy can help you rebuild the connection you both want. Together, we’ll work toward communication that feels safe, intimacy that feels natural, and a relationship that feels grounded, even when life is unpredictable.

If you are interested in learning more book a consultation here.