I think going to the therapist is her way of starting to fix her problem. She did this last year and gradually got better to the point are relationship seemed stronger than ever.

By the way OP, what is her problem? And what might fix it, not saying I will do it, because I do have some patience left.

Puppy, Eventually this is a dealbreaker for me, but as long as I see her trying, I am OK with it for now.

Burt