Between Us vs Ally Couples & Relationships

Between Us is an app designed to help people have a better relationship with their partner. It has been created by Tavistock Relationships, an organisation based in London, UK, which has been helping couples for more than 70 years. The app provides individuals and couples with a range of exercises, tips, videos and information so that they can better understand what’s going wrong in their relationship and do something about it. One of the ways in which the app works is by helping partners in a relationship to reflect together, and more constructively, on their difficulties. A number of the topics on the app ask the user a short series of questions, about themselves, and then also about their partner. As you use the app, you will be asked if you would like to share your answers with a nominated other (i.e. your partner). This is optional and can be reversed at any time. If you would like to use the app in order to understand one another better we recommend that you use this option. The only data shared between you and your partner will be your answers to the particular topic questions in the app where you have allowed sharing to take place. The content on the app is divided into ‘Topic bundles’. Each bundle contains a number of topics (or exercises). So, for example, the Topic Bundle called “Looking at how you communicate as a couple” contains the Topics called “Improving communication between you” and “Looking at what’s stopping you communicating well”. While the Topic Bundle called “Your past, present and future as a couple” contains the Topics called “Working out what’s really causing problems between you”, “It’s not all bad: focusing on the best things about your relationships” and “How to avoid slipping back into old relationship habits”. Some of the topics are exercise-based, for example asking you questions about your experience, and that of your partner; or using a structured set of prompts in order to give you and your partner the opportunity to express yourselves clearly. Other topics are video-based, where you can watch short videos designed to help you and your partner reflect on some of the underlying issues which might be driving conflict between you. And some of the topics are more skill-based, providing you with information about different techniques which you might want to try in order to improve communication and closeness between you and your partner. The material in this app has been derived a model of couple therapy which has been used successfully for many years in the National Health Service in England to help people who are experiencing relationship difficulties. The app is confidential and anything you and your partner write in the app is private and stays between you, should you choose to share your entries.

Ally is an easy-to-use app to help you and your partner improve communication, enhance intimacy, and resolve issues. Discover the true state of your relationship and strengthen it with proven concepts and practices from couples therapy, but at your own pace and in the comfort of your home. A healthy relationship doesn’t happen by chance. It takes work. And with Ally, that can be done in just a few minutes a day! HOW ALLY WORKS 1. Start by measuring your ‘Relationship Temperature’ Find out not only what your strengths and challenges are as a couple but also what your relationship needs. 2. Develop the skills needed for a healthy relationship Ally’s exclusive content created by psychologists — such as exercises, articles, quizzes, and habits — helps you and your partner nurture your emotional connection and know how to resolve common issues. 3. Engage through interactions designed to create closeness Ally’s interactive features allow you and your partner to learn more about each other. Try the daily questions for sparking fun conversations. WITH ALLY, YOU & YOUR PARTNER CAN: - Find out the state of your relationship and what it needs — right now - Gain a deeper understanding of each other and your unique needs - Elevate your skills as a couple to communicate effectively - Learn how to lessen misconceptions and navigate conflict smoothly - Forge a stronger connection and heighten your intimacy THE ALLY APP IS… - Research-based and created by psychologists - Self-guiding, no third party involved - Fun and easy to use - A fraction of what it costs for couples therapy - An effortless way for you and your partner to get on the same page WHAT USERS SAY ABOUT ALLY: "My wife and I have been using the app for a while, and it has been invaluable for our relationship. It helps us communicate better and stay connected in a simple and effective way. I highly recommend this app to other couples!" - Carl, 38 years WHAT DOES ALLY COST? You can download Ally and start a basic account for free! With a basic account you can access: - The 'Relationship Temperature' - Initial Ally content package of 10+ articles, exercises, and more Unlock the entire app with a free 7-day trial of Ally Premium for: - Ally’s entire content of 90+ articles, exercises, quizzes, and more - Access for both you and your partner (one premium account covers two connected users) to share answers and compare results Please note: A free trial of Ally Premium automatically converts into a subscription if it’s not canceled at least 24 hours before the trial ends. Users are notified two days before the trial ends. An Ally Premium subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. All billing is done through iTunes account. A free trial of Ally Premium is limited to one per account/couple. Read more about Ally Premium on our website: https://allycouples.com/faq#about-ally-premium Price from $9/£7/€8 per month per couple. For the most up-to-date prices, please check the offers in the app. Apple's Licensed Application End User License Agreement apply, read more: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ HOW IS MY DATA HANDLED? Protecting your personal data and privacy is important to us! Your user information and any answers given in the app are never shared with anyone other than the partner that you are connected to in the app. We work proactively and continuously to provide a safe and excellent user experience. If you request to delete your account, we will delete all data in accordance with GDPR. Read more about our privacy policy on our website: https://www.allycouples.com/privacy-policy/