Sometimes, it is not what we say but how we say it. We may also miss valuable bits of information our partner shares, especially when we are not as calm and focused. The goal is never a perfect marriage but a relationship that continues to learn, grow and thrive
As a Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator and a therapist trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, I will meet you where you are in your relationship and work with you to further enhance your connection. All relationships go through various seasons, and not all of them are "pretty". However, counseling can help you overcome whatever obstacles you might be facing. Give me a call today so I can walk with you on your journey to wholeness!
Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential, and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Our practice style is goal oriented using numerous approaches.
I love to work with couples. I have always had a strong desire to work with them before I began practicing as a clinician. I love to see people happy and in love, and if I can assist in that process to help them rediscover each other, then that makes me happy. I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), which is considered to be the best couples therapy modality out there according to the research. I utilize this modality the most in my work with couples, while also borrowing elements from Gottman's Method and the Prepare/Enrich modality. My goal is to give you the most comprehensive and effective treatment possible as a couple.
Your marriage or primary relationship should be your safe place - the place you go to get away from stress, get recharged, and find comfort. But when your marriage is the source of your stress, you can feel lonely and trapped. When communication breaks down and trust is compromised, it may seem like the situation can't be fixed. But if both parties are motivated to make the kinds of changes necessary to save their relationship, incredible things can happen. Your relationship can go from miserable to meaningful and satisfying. My specialty is teaching partners to talk to one another with kindness, compassion, patience and respect. Marriages almost never end because the partners don't love each other any more. Their marriages end because the partners can't work out their differences. That's where a third party, a counselor, can really be helpful. Let me help you find each other again. Don't lose hope before giving counseling a try.
Marriage is difficult. The person we committed to loving the rest of our lives, is sometimes the person we can't stand to be around. Often times people wonder, "did I marry the wrong person?". These are common experiences and what I work on with couples. I utilize EFT to help a couple dive deep into their relationship, heal past wounds, and build the marriage they want
Situational awareness of each individuals likes and dislikes and acceptance for the unit to cope with difficulties when they arrive. Always remembering that compromise is necessary to maintain harmony
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Marriage is challenging -- relationships face numerous challenges. How do you resolve conflict? How do you communicate? How can you possibly get over betrayals? How do you forgive? Is it even possible? I suggest to couples as soon as communication begins to break down, anger can't be resolved, or you feel a 'detachment' from yourself or partner -- don't wait to seek professional help. Often, denying there's a problem and waiting too long makes it more difficult to heal.