At times we can get stuck in unhelpful patterns of relating that are beyond the arguments at hand. It's usually not about the dishes, the chores, or the dog. It's about not being heard, not feeling like priority, or not feeling appreciated. Those are the patterns of experience that usually repeat in relationships and need to be worked on in therapy. In my work with relationships, I focus on exploring these patterns and triggers while processing emotional experiences, and needs. My goal is to share concrete tools so that couples, partners, and family members can reconnect on a deeper level, feel truly heard, and begin communicating in ways that are respectful, more loving, and supportive.

As a therapist, I am very neutral and work systemically, that means that I see relationships as a system and will be investigating how everyone plays a part in keeping repeating patterns and feeling stuck. I work from a relational perspective and use attachment theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method to understand a relationship's emotional and behavioral dynamics, increase compassionate communication, intimacy, and emotional regulation. I also work with betrayal, disconnection, and high-conflict relationships. I am a Certified Trauma Professional and understand how past trauma can create survival strategies that influence your current relationship, we work on processing those and healing the parts of the past that are showing up today.

Working with couples and relationships is one of my greatest passions!