Our Team
RLT Marriage Counselling Team
This Work Is Built on a Clear Model
RLT Marriage Counselling began as a solo practice.
It is now growing into a small team of coaches working within the same Relational Life Therapy model, the same standards, and the same expectations for real change.
What matters here is not just who you work with.
It is how the work is done.
Every coach in this practice works from the same foundation:
- direct conversations that lead somewhere
- accountability without blame
- practical skills you can use outside the session
This keeps the work consistent.
And it keeps the results real.
Led by Rick Martin
Rick Martin is the founder of RLT Marriage Counselling and the lead practitioner in the practice.
He works directly with couples and remains actively involved in guiding the work across the practice.
His role is to:
- maintain the standard of the work
- support the development of each coach
- ensure consistency in how this work is delivered
If you want to learn more about his background and approach:
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Meet Rick Martin
Meet the Team
Rick Martin
Founder and Certified Relational Life Therapy Practitioner
Rick works directly with couples and provides ongoing supervision and guidance within the practice.
His work is grounded in both formal RLT training and lived relationship experience, bringing a direct, honest, and practical approach to every session.
Stephanie Thirsk
Resident Coach, Relational Life Therapy
Stephanie is a resident coach in training through the Relational Life Therapy certification process.
She has completed foundational training in RLT and is currently working with couples while continuing her development under supervision.
Her work follows the same structure, tools, and relational focus used across the practice.
Coming Soon
Resident Coach, Relational Life Therapy
Two new coaches will be joining the RLTMC Family soon, working within the same RLT model and supported through ongoing supervision.
Resident Coaches
Resident coaches are in the process of completing their Relational Life Therapy certification.
They have completed foundational training and are actively working with couples while continuing their development.
Their work is:
- guided by the RLT model
- supported through ongoing supervision
- focused on the same patterns, skills, and repair process
This is not a different approach.
It is the same work, delivered within a structured training path.
If you want to understand the model behind this work:
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Learn more about Relational Life Therapy
How We Decide the Right Fit
All new clients begin by speaking directly with Rick.
The introductory session is where we look at what is happening in your relationship, what kind of support you need, and what will serve you best.
From there, we decide together:
- whether you continue working with Rick
- or whether working with a resident coach is the right starting point
This keeps the process clear and ensures you are matched with the right level of support from the beginning.
Accessible Support Through the Team
Working with a resident coach can be a more accessible entry point into this work.
Sessions are offered at a reduced rate while coaches continue progressing through their training.
At the same time, the work remains grounded in the same model, supported through supervision, and focused on real change.
For many couples, this creates a meaningful way to begin.
What Stays Consistent
No matter who you work with, the foundation does not change.
You can expect:
- a direct and honest approach
- a focus on the relationship, not just the individuals
- real-time work with the patterns between you
- practical tools that translate into daily life
This is one model, applied consistently.
Before You Decide
If you are still getting a sense of how everything fits together:
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Start with the Welcome page
Or to understand the practice behind this work:
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Learn more about RLT Marriage Counselling
Start With One Conversation
The introductory session is where we begin.
We will look honestly at what is happening, what is getting in the way, and what kind of support will actually help.
“This work only matters if it works for you. Learn who I am, how I show up, and what makes this different and then decide if we’re the right fit.”
