Marriage Counseling

Connection is what we are wired for...but what if you are struggling to connect? Or what if you are struggling to connect in a way that feels loving and supportive? While sex can be very connecting, it is not synonymous with intimacy as is so often implied. My primary focus is helping couples of all kinds, with a focus on LGBTQIA+ couples, navigate their relationships to find clarity and improve both intimacy and sexual fulfillment.

Maybe you're hoping to re-connect with a partner or loved one, improve assertive communication, establish healthy boundaries, or you realize it's time to break free from a relationship or situationship that's depleting your energy and confidence. We will process and work through anything and everything human connection related.

My practice focuses on relational work, especially couples work. I have worked with couples in various stages of relationship throughout my entire career. My work with couples is primarily based in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), with experience that includes multiple trainings from EFT founder Sue Johnson, and a formal EFT externship and supervision for certification. I am also trained in the Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Gestalt modalities.

Gay men over 50 have a lot to say about gay marriage. Many of them have been through the ups and downs of the gay rights movement, and they understand the importance of equal rights for all. They also know that gay marriage is not just a political issue; it's a personal one. For many gay men over 50, marriage is not just about falling in love and getting a piece of paper that says you're married. It's about finally being able to fully live their lives without fear of discrimination or exclusion.

My experience includes working with couples needing to heal from infidelity, improving communication, increasing emotional connection, managing conflict, and sexual issues.

Are you feeling disconnected with your partner and friends? Do you feel like you're on auto-pilot when you spend time with family and are unsure what your needs or feelings are? I've helped people just like you find more connection within themselves so that they can show up more authentically in their lives and be more present in their relationships. Using mindfulness based therapy we can help you tap into what your needs are and be able to communicate that more clearly to others.

Relationships can be the source of some of life's greatest joys and satisfactions. They can also be the source of some of the hardest pains and heartache. Whatever it is you are facing in your relationship, I have hope in the potential for joy and satisfaction in that relationship. Through the use of Emotionally Focused Therapy, we can work together to get your relationship from where it is to where you want it to be.

Relationship difficulties are painful and all consuming, and are not limited to intimate partners; friend, family, and coworker relationships can also wreak havoc on our day to day lives. You might feel like you are on a roller coaster-one day is perfect, the next awful and back up and down again and again. You may fear being rejected if people really knew you, or feel that you are responsible for making sure your entire family is always happy.

I effectively help couples create deeply harmonious, safe & secure relationships. You'll cultivate trust, transparency, authenticity, gratitude, vulnerability & accountability & learn what damages relationships. We’ll use EFT - emotionally focused therapy, NVC-non-violent communication - sharing feelings/needs, making requests & learn reflective/empathic listening, several “love practices”, repair skills, 4 guiding questions & many other tools.

Counselors can help you become better communicators, develop strong relationship skills, and improve your family’s happiness. Keep in mind that the average couple waits 6 years before seeking therapy. This is a lot of time to let problems fester; at this point, troubled relationships are difficult to save. Instead, it's best to acknowledge problems early and seek therapy as soon as possible. Problems with relationships are not limited to romantic ones, even though that’s the most popular reason

Grow together at any stage of your relationship with couples therapy. You love each other and have a lot of strengths together. Yet intense, repeated arguments make you upset and distant. You want to fight less so you can trust each other more. Couples therapy is a process that helps partners improve communication and build trust. Partners learn to understand one another more deeply, which lets them feel closer and be more connected.

I use the Gottman method for couple’s therapy because it relies on scientifically validated tools and methods rather than general beliefs about what “should” work or how relationships “should” be. Following a thorough assessment protocol, I am able to deliver a targeted approach that gets at the difficult parts of your interactions and help you to build skills that will improve communication and overall happiness in your relationship.

Every couple has a life of it's own. Often the patterns of conflict and disengagement are bigger and more powerful than one person. This is why I help couples not only identify their patterns, but learn new ways of regulating and managing their emotions together... in session. My goal is that you walk away with renewed empathy and deeper connection.

When it comes to working with couples, I training from Level 1 Gottman Method Couples Therapy and EFT to help couples navigate conflict and communication struggles that have caused relational wounds. I also believe all relationships (romantic and platonic) teach us a lot about ourselves, so when I work with individuals, I incorporate what can be learned from relationships both past and present.

As a Marriage and Family Therapist, all of my work focuses on the improving the quality of the relationships in my clients' lives. I work with both individuals and romantic partnerships in all forms. I am passionate about supporting women and LGBTQ folx on creating relationships that make them feel safe, cherished, and heard. Get ready to laugh, cry, and deepen your most intimate relationships.

Do You Feel Like You’re Fighting About the Same Things in Your Relationship? The romance and connection can fade over time and be replaced with frustration and distance. Many couples face challenges communicating effectively. Some may feel betrayed or lose trust in their partner. We help couples develop a stronger foundation for their relationships, make significant changes, and re-establish their connection. We provide a non-judgmental, safe space to work out negative dynamics and build empathy

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with more than twenty years of experience working with couples. I bring significant expertise and personal experience to relationship therapy work. I have helped clients from all walks of life find greater intimacy, connectedness, and trust in their relationships and can help you to overcome whatever barriers you and your partner are facing.

Relationship issues are at the center of so much distress. I would like to help you with yours.