Using Transactional Analysis to Improve the Communication in Your Relationship

In many relationships, communication problems are less about what is being said and more about the psychological position from which it is said. From a transactional analysis perspective, this becomes a powerful lens for understanding and improving marital communication.

As a relationship psychologist at Koira Psychology, I often find that couples are not simply talking to each other as two grounded adults. Instead, they are unconsciously shifting between three core ego states: Parent, Adult, and Child. These modes shape tone, interpretation, and emotional reactions, often escalating conflict or creating distance when left unexplored.

To learn more about how to improve your communication through Transactional Analysis, read our article Using Transactional Analysis to Improve the Communication in Your Relationship

If you need help with your communication in relationship, Couples Therapy may be helpful