Relationship Issues

We will create a safe space to share your experience and create greater understanding and trust. I use cutting-edge and science-backed approaches that draw from 50 years of research to help you improve communication with your partner or loved ones. You will break patterns of conflict and develop greater emotional intimacy.

I provide online couples therapy and marriage counseling to support you in having the relationship you deserve. I utilize The Gottman Method, EFT, and evidenced-based approaches to support you in bringing peace and enjoyment back to your relationship.

Dating in modern times is not for the faint of heart. Going on bad dates, getting ghosted, or giving second (and third and fourth) chances to people who continue to let you down doesn’t inspire optimism, either. But let me assure you, you deserve to have all your needs met in your relationships. In therapy, we can define who your ideal partner would be. Then, we’ll work to reinforce your sense of self-worth so you don’t settle for anything less.

As a couple and family therapist, I specialize in nurturing and enhancing relationships through the core principles of compassion, connection, and attunement. My approach is centered on creating a safe space where you can explore emotions, strengthen bonds, and develop deeper understanding.

I support couples and individuals in navigating relationship challenges by fostering open communication and strengthening emotional connections. Utilizing techniques from attachment-based therapy and emotionally focused therapy (EFT), we work to resolve conflicts and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

Sometimes the things that hurt us the most are other people. I'm here for you when you need support learning how to be in healthy relationship with other humans, or even yourself. I have experience in conflict resolution, relationship satisfaction, building and maintaining friendship, positive self-regard, and self-worth.

Just because we are social creatures, doesn’t mean relationships are easy. Whether it be romantic, plutonic, familial, or work relationships, we can work on the best way to navigate them. From exploring new ones to ending those that are no longer serving you, navigating these dynamics will entail setting heathy boundaries and communicating your needs.

Relationships are not always easy and can take a lot of work. People come from different backgrounds, have different values, beliefs and goals and are often looking for different things in a relationship. Effective communication is essential when it comes to developing and maintaining healthy relationships. Learning adequate communication strategies can assist you in expressing yourself clearly and asking for what you want and need while avoiding arguments, miscommunication and fights.

I am passionate about helping with relationship challenges through the use of the Gottman Method. I work with all relationship structures and dynamics, whether you are monogamous or polyamorous, married or not, working to repair or separating. I have extensive experience in supporting couples in navigating communication breakdowns, unhelpful conflict patterns, rebuilding trust, and increasing connection.

A lot of us struggle to think of an example of a healthy relationship. Many of our perceptions are based on those relationships we witnessed growing up- our parents, grandparents, peer friendships and romantic relationships. Many of our relationship patterns (romantic or platonic) are based on those same perceptions and our own life experiences. Let's explore your values, attachment style, love languages ( these are for all relationships!), and communication patterns.

I have extensive experience working with interpersonal distress, and often conceptualize distress through the lens of disconnection.

Most of us struggle with relationship issues because relationships, in and of themselves, are very challenging. They involve two completely different humans with very different personalities, histories, world views, and needs coming together in a way that has the potential to make their lives more meaningful, but they can also come with a lot of pain and feeling misunderstood. Our struggles in relationships are often rooted in our attachment styles, formed by past relationship experiences.

Do you sometimes wonder if 'you are on the same team' as your partner? Partners generally want the relationship to be healthy for both parties, but occasionally find themselves acting as adversaries. Do you: -Trust in one another -Respect each other -Are you able to openly communicate about your feelings, hopes, and fears -Do you feel and express fondness and affection -Is there equality and fairness in your relationship Are you willing to commit to work to identify and overcome barriers?

Every relationship has it's ups and downs, but if you find that yours has more valleys than peaks, it may be time to take a closer look at what's going on. Many couples wait until it's too late to get help, but that doesn't have to be you or your story. Let me help you learn how to 'fight right' and connect with each other the way you desire.

Relationships can be difficult to navigate and even sometimes, to understand. Understanding your partner and working to give the same amount of grace we'd give to ourselves while working through relationship concerns is a lot to take on without a guide. Emotions get in the way of seeing things clearly. Please allow me to be your sherpa!

My approach to working with relationship issues is to help you recognize the relational habits that shape your daily life and help you become aware of and understand how these habits and patterns impact thoughts and feelings you have about yourself and others. Developing awareness and understanding helps build a greater depth of compassion and acceptance as well as create growth and change in your relationship with yourself and with those you love.

I offer 1:1 couples and relationship counseling. Does any of this sound familiar? You're having some communication issues arising from unmet needs in your relationship. You're fighting…about the same thing and you handle conflict differently, one of you fights, the other shuts down. You've placed too much on each other to fulfill too many roles for one another. You’re both stretched too thin, not prioritizing regular time together, and feeling disconnected from each other.

This is a non-judgmental environment allows both partners to openly express feelings and work on understanding each other's needs and behaviors. Goals and strategies may adapt as the relationship grows, ensuring therapy remains aligned with the couple's changing needs.