Relationships are hard. Often, the most intimate and loving relationships with your partner or close friends and family can be the most challenging. I welcome relationships of all shapes and sizes, and have a passion for supporting interracial or intercultural couples struggling with their differences. With a gentle firmness, I will invite couples to be honest and vulnerable with themselves and each other.
I work with couples and individuals on relationship issues. As humans we are wired for connection so relationships are at the core of our sense of self and well being. In my practice we can explore who you are as a child, parent, friend, or partner and gain insight into these important relationships.
Relationships can be rich sources of both fulfillment and pain. Through relationships we are often confronted with our own earlier attachment wounding, which when unconscious, can lead to conflict and discord. In couples therapy I will help you and your partner feel safe and expand your capacity for intimacy. I will help you both understand and undo the unconscious patterns that keep your relationship stuck in a dance of distress and support you to establish and maintain a deep emotional connection and the ability to repair when inevitable conflicts occur.
I provide effective relationship counseling. I am quite active in the session, and I support both members of the couple.
I also work with adult family members, such as siblings.
Couples counseling can be one of the greatest gifts you give your relationship. I can help you have the hard conversations, reconnect, strengthen an already meaningful bond and find clarity around issues that continually crop up. All relationships have their challenges and conflict is normal. Working through concerns with a therapist can help you finally find resolution.
We are experienced relationship and Marriage Counseling therapists and we can help you. One thing we want you to know is that conflict is your roadmap to intimacy, if you don't have conflict in a relationship, it means that at least one person is suppresssing needs, wants, and desires in order to please their partner and that will not last. When couples learn to do conflict in a healthy way they thrive and grow closer together. Call us today at 408-461-9658
Many feel that if they have to come to couples counseling its the beginning of the end. It's quite the opposite. Its often two people needing help in learning better relational skills and communication around managing conflict and differences of opinions. It can be very beneficial and rewarding to have someone help you discover the new and unknown ways to grow a better connection.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, Nationally Registered Health Service Provider
I provide couples therapy to partners who want to deepen their relationship and overcome challenges. In some cases, an event has shaken the relationship; in others, couples want to work on making their bond the best it can be. Marriage counseling can make a huge difference, whether there are significant issues or just a feeling that things could be (or have been) better. Marriage counseling and relationship therapy often shows relatively fast results.
Many couples are hesitant to begin relationship counseling because they’re not sure how it can help them. You may feel as if traditional methods of therapy won’t work for you, or maybe you don’t understand the options. On the other hand, you might be sure that you want help, but you don’t know what to expect.
In relationship counseling you’ll learn about skills like communication and problem-solving; then your therapist will help you apply them to your relationship. Before long, you’ll be able to enjoy the fruits of your labor in a happy, stable relationship. We’ll discuss these skills in more depth later in this article.
We offer couples therapy for those who are currently struggling with significant conflict in their relationship, or those who are wanting to deepen their connection with their partner.
I assist clients in achieving their relational goals. Together, we enrich the narratives they may have overlooked, emphasizing their shared values, mutual goals, and what got them together in the first place. We also co-explore the demands on their relationship and its needs should it continue to survive and thrive. This process enhances trust, communication, and cultivates a fulfilling relationship.
As humans, we are wired for connection. Navigating a healthy, fulfilling long-term relationship is challenging and requires all parties to be willing to grow emotionally.
As someone who believes in and supports a diversity of relational styles including monogamous, ethically non-monogamous, polyamorous, etc. we can work together to help you craft the right communication skills for whatever type of relationship you are developing with your partner or partners. I believe the most essential piece for a thriving union is direct, honest, and kind communication between individuals. Recognizing that we live in a world with a vast range of gender identities and sexualities—including queer, gay and lesbian, bisexual, asexual, and straight—I am invested in helping you identify the specific issues you will need to address in order to achieve a more well-rounded partnership. Together we will determine and implement the tools necessary to cultivate an open and connected dialogue within your relationship. These skills will allow you to generatively deal with topics like sex, ethical non-monogamy, finances, children, and careers (to name a few).
Whether pre-marital or beyond, it's important to learn how each of you entered the world of relationships - starting with your family of origin. From there, we get into current obstacles arising out of those early experiences and begin to communicate in more expansive and emotionally aware ways. Much of the treatment involves trying out new methods of communication to see what works for you.
Counselor/Therapist, PhD Clinical Psychology, MA Marriage & Family Therapy, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, EMDR, Havening
Reignite the Spark: Transform Your Relationship with Well Coached Life
Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of disconnection, where one partner feels unimportant while the other feels endlessly criticized? It's a common pattern where the more one asks for attention, the more the other seems to withdraw, both physically and emotionally. The result? Constant bickering and fights, leaving the idea of simply enjoying each other's company a distant dream.
But there's hope. At Well Coached Life, we understand that beneath the surface of these conflicts lie unmet emotional needs and untapped potential for deeper connection. It's time to rediscover your individual gifts and explore opportunities that infuse your relationship with profound meaning and purpose.
Our Approach to Relationship Transformation:
- Uncover Hidden Barriers: Often, the desire for connection is obscured by past pain and unresolved history. We help you identify and break through these barriers that hinder intimacy.
- Heal and Reconnect: Small disagreements escalate into battles when emotional wounds remain unaddressed. Our relationship coaches specialize in guiding you to reconnect with your partner at the emotional level, rekindling the love you share.
- Proven Relationship Models: Drawing from established research-backed relationship models, we provide you with practical tools and strategies to cultivate a healthy, life-giving partnership.
- Communication Mastery: Effective communication is the cornerstone of any thriving relationship. Our coaches empower you with the skills to express your needs, listen actively, and navigate conflicts constructively.
Rediscover the Love You Share:
Don't let the struggles in your relationship define its future. With Well Coached Life as your guide, you can break free from the cycle of discord and rediscover the joy and connection that brought you together in the first place. Reignite the spark, cultivate a flourishing partnership, and build a future filled with love and understanding. Your journey to a healthier, more vibrant relationship starts here.
Relationships come in all shapes and sizes, and like snowflakes, no two are unique. What's come between the you and your most important relationship(s)? Are you arguing more? Do you spend the day feeling irritated? Are you no longer able to trust your partner? Is your partner making unreasonable demands, or is your partner not able to meet your reasonable expectations? Are you listening to each other? Do you feel understood?
There is no "single" way to treat a relationship. Let's learn what's going on with yours and identify what's needed (communications? intimacy? sex? boundaries? expectations?).
Relationships and Marriage are complex and bring out certain parts of ourselves that need attention, understanding, and coping. How we communicate with, understand, and hear our partners are important parts of healthy relationships as well as establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries. Together we will explore what you and your partner are having difficulties with and want more insight into in order to feel connected and understood, as well as understanding maladaptive copings and communications.
6 Years Experience
