Kim Dougherty (she/her)

Relationships can be one of our greatest sources of joy—and one of our deepest sources of pain. I help individuals and couples improve communication, rebuild trust, navigate conflict, and strengthen emotional connection. We'll identify the patterns keeping you stuck, deepen understanding, and develop practical tools to create healthier, more fulfilling relationships built on respect, honesty, and connection.

Every marriage faces challenges, but you don't have to navigate them alone. I work with couples who want to improve communication, repair trust, reconnect emotionally, and move beyond recurring conflict. Using evidence-based approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), I help couples better understand one another, strengthen their bond, and build a healthier, more resilient relationship together.

Every relationship is unique, and I provide an affirming, nonjudgmental space for people in polyamorous and open relationships. Whether you're navigating communication, boundaries, jealousy, trust, or life transitions, I'll help you strengthen connection while honoring your values and relationship structure. My goal is to support healthy, authentic relationships built on honesty, respect, and mutual understanding, no matter what form those relationships exist in.

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) helps couples move beyond conflict by understanding the emotions and attachment needs driving their interactions. I use EFT to help you identify negative relationship patterns, strengthen emotional connection, and create new ways of responding to one another. With my help, you'll build a more secure, trusting relationship where both partners feel seen, valued, and supported.

I use Collaborative Couples Therapy to create a safe, balanced space where both partners feel heard and respected. Rather than taking sides, I help you work together to understand one another, communicate more effectively, and address recurring patterns. Through teamwork, curiosity, and practical guidance, we'll strengthen your connection and build skills that support a healthier, more fulfilling relationship.

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you recognize how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence one another. We'll identify unhelpful patterns, challenge beliefs that keep you stuck, and develop practical strategies to respond differently. CBT offers effective tools for managing anxiety, improving relationships, building confidence, and creating meaningful, lasting change in everyday life.