Couples Therapy

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Many couples enter therapy because they have reached a point of stuckness or there has been a breach in trust. Attempts toward communication end in argument, the transition to parenthood has led to feelings of loneliness and disconnection, or they feel they have grown apart. Sometimes it’s a last ditch effort to prove they have “done everything” before initiating separation. They wonder if it’s even worth the time and financial investment.

In my experience, I have found that couples therapy is absolutely worth the investment if you are willing to dig deep and choose this as an opportunity for you and your partner to grow up together. You must challenge your own personal expectations of what you believe a relationship is SUPPOSED to or SHOULD be. In our work together, we identify and nurture the best versions of you and your partner, given histories, personality traits, attachment styles, etc. When navigating this decision, there are a few questions that you and your partner will want to ask yourselves:

What do I truly want?
Am I willing to look past blame and do the work required to harness a deeper connection with my partner?
Where am I feeling defensive? Am I willing to “put my weapons down” and work on improving communication and connection? Am I willing to listen?

In my approach to couples/marriage counseling, we will explore the difficult dynamics between the couple, identify areas of repeated argument and sticking points, and learn how to lean in and discuss these difficult topics. Oftentimes when an affair has happened, or trust has been breached in some way, it typically leads us back to these sticking points where communication has been avoided, and understanding has not been reached.

I will mostly meet with the couple together, but may choose to meet with each partner individually to work through personal issues that are impacting the relationship. I tailor this to each couple, based on their needs. I enjoy using tools pulled from the Gottman Method such as The Sound Relationship House, and The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, among others.

I believe we must “turn over every stone” when it comes to deciding whether or not to stay in a relationship or marriage. The work you are willing to put into your therapy will make all the difference. Showing up to therapy is a big part of it, but continuing the work outside of your therapy sessions is crucial to changing patterns and reaching new levels of emotional intimacy and maturity with your partner.

Let’s Bring Back the Conversations That Matter

If it feels like you’re speaking different languages, you’re not alone. Couples therapy creates a space where you can both feel heard, understood, and supported — without blame or judgment.
Together, we’ll rebuild the trust and communication your relationship deserves.