Couples counseling.

“A healthy relationship requires constant care and communication. It’s not about being perfect, but about being present, understanding, and choosing each other every day.”

What to Expect in Couples Therapy

My couples therapy sessions are designed to be a safe space where both partners can express themselves openly and honestly. In our initial sessions, we’ll explore the dynamics of your relationship, understand the unique challenges you’re facing, and identify your goals for therapy. From there, we’ll create a personalized plan that incorporates techniques from both the Gottman Method and EFT to help you achieve those goals.

“EFT helps couples see past the patterns of conflict, revealing the core emotions and needs that can transform relationships into safe havens.”

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is an attachment-based approach that helps couples understand and change negative interaction patterns. EFT focuses on:

  • Revealing and Healing Core Emotions: Understanding the underlying emotions driving conflicts, such as fear, loneliness, or hurt, can help partners respond with greater empathy and compassion.

  • Creating Secure Attachment: EFT aims to build a secure and loving bond by helping partners express their needs and vulnerabilities in a safe, supportive environment.

  • Fostering Positive Change: By reshaping the emotional responses that underlie disconnection, couples can build a more open, trusting, and secure relationship.

EFT is ideal for couples who want to understand their emotional dynamics and create a stronger, more resilient relationship.

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Deepening Emotional Bonds

Gottman Method

The Gottman Method is a research-backed approach that focuses on improving communication, managing conflict, and fostering deep friendship between partners. Developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, this method is centered on:

  • Strengthening the “Sound Relationship House”: Building a foundation of trust, shared meaning, and emotional connection.

  • Effective Conflict Resolution: Learning to manage disagreements in a way that maintains respect and compassion, turning conflicts into opportunities for growth.

  • Enhancing Intimacy and Affection: Fostering a deeper emotional and physical connection, allowing couples to feel more secure and fulfilled in their relationship.

Through structured exercises and guided conversations, the Gottman Method can help you and your partner develop practical skills that make a lasting difference in your relationship.

Is Couples Therapy Right for You?

Couples therapy can be incredibly beneficial for partners at any stage of their relationship. Whether you are:

  • Struggling with recurring arguments or communication issues

  • Looking to rebuild trust after infidelity or betrayal

  • Feeling disconnected or distant from your partner

  • Wanting to deepen your emotional and physical intimacy

I am here to help you navigate these challenges. Through evidence-based techniques and compassionate guidance, we can help you rediscover a fulfilling and supportive partnership.