Couples Counseling

I believe that sustainable change requires both emotional depth and practical communication skills. My work with couples is integrative, drawing from several specialized methodologies to meet your unique needs:

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• Healing the Root (EFT-C): As a certified practitioner in Intensive Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT-C), I help couples move beyond the surface-level arguments. This approach is not about identifying symptoms or labeling behaviors; rather, it is a non-pathologizing process that avoids villainizing either partner. Instead, we explore the underlying attachment wounds and present-day feelings that trigger reactionary behavior. By identifying these cycles, we foster genuine empathy and perspective-taking, allowing you to repair your connection at its source.

• Building the Foundation (Gottman Method): While we work on the emotional heart of your relationship, I integrate Gottman Method techniques to provide concrete, actionable communication tools. This helps you manage conflict effectively and build the positive interactions necessary to sustain long-term intimacy.

• High-Conflict Support: For couples navigating significant turmoil, I offer specialized intensive therapy designed to de-escalate tension and move you from reactive crisis mode toward a place of stability and mutual understanding.

You do not need to be on the brink of separation to benefit from couples counseling. I work with couples across a wide spectrum, including:

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• Couples in Crisis: Providing structured but flexible, intensive support to navigate betrayal, major life disruptions, or severe relational breakdown.

• Couples in a "Rut": For those who feel the warmth has faded or communication has become transactional. If you are struggling to bridge the gap between your individual experiences or are facing persistent feelings of dissatisfaction, I can help you decode the "why" behind your distance and find a path towards rebuilding empathy and fondness.

• Preventative Action & Growth: For partners who want to strengthen their bond, improve their communication, or navigate upcoming transitions with intention.

My goal is to help you identify and move away from the patterns that keep you feeling stuck and toward a relationship defined by safety, curiosity, and responsiveness. Together, we will transform your conflicts into opportunities for growth, ensuring you have the emotional tools to navigate whatever challenges lie ahead.