Collaborative Couple Therapy

Our couples counselors work with you and your partner to build healthy communication skills, enhance intimacy and identify shared values.

In addition to some well-honed, validated, finely tuned couple-specific modalities, I bring a heavily collaborative perspective to all of my work. Perhaps even more so when there are partners (or others) who feel adversarial -- my goal is to work within each person's strengths and desired outcomes.

We as individuals form our unique worldviews by the attachment styles we develop with our parents and by the dynamics of our family relationships, friendships, and romantic partnerships throughout our lives. I work collaboratively in partnership with you, honoring your worldview, to recognize what’s going well in your relationship dynamic, explore where and how you and your relationships can grow, and assisting you in deepening connection with your loved ones.

n addition to using the Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy model, we also draw from mindfulness and somatic approaches, bringing awareness to what you are experiencing in the present moment. At times we all struggle to understand what it is we are truly feeling. Sitting with emotions, such as sadness, grief and regret, rather than trying to push it all away can give rise to unexpected and wonderful relief. It is said that what we resist persists, but when we’re able to feel through something, we

In addition to using the Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy model, I also draw from mindfulness and somatic approaches, bringing awareness to what you are experiencing in the present moment. At times we all struggle to understand what it is we are truly feeling. Sitting with emotions, such as sadness, grief and regret, rather than trying to push it all away can give rise to unexpected and wonderful relief. It is said that what we resist persists, but when we’re able to feel through something, we

My approach is designed to foster a supportive and cooperative environment where both partners are actively involved in the healing process. Together, we work to understand and address the unique challenges in your relationship, emphasizing open communication, mutual respect, and shared goals. By combining evidence-based methods like Gottman Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), I help couples navigate conflicts, rebuild trust, and strengthen bonds.

Problems tend to form through miscommunication. The collaborative approach helps everyone feel heard and understood. As a result, communication begins to improve, and problems begin to dissolve.

I have found that collaborative couples therapy is the only couples therapy that truly works. Using techniques, such as Gottman, guides the way, but ultimately being able to teach couples to work collaboratively is what gets them the results they want.

CCT is designed for couples who may be struggling with patterns of conflict in their relationship. The focus of CCT is helping partners work together in a collaborative way to solve problems and improve their relationship in the process. CCT therapists see a fight between partners as an opportunity for a conversation.

In collaborative couple therapy, partners are encouraged to identify and express their “leading-edge” thoughts and feelings—the ones in the moment that motivate, distract, or linger in the mind or body.Then, they learn how to avoid cyclical fights and be better to each other, and communicate better.

Working with couples in a collaborative way provides insight into their dynamics and getting an understanding of what each individual needs and wants.

Positive change is sparked by meaningful conversations. In a collaborative therapeutic atmosphere with me, we explore tribulations, have honest discussions, analyze potential solutions, and consider alternative approaches. To help you focus on what matters most to you, we'll come up with coping strategies by reframing your experiences in a positive light. If you use this partnership, you'll be able to improve your decision-making skills and interpersonal relationships.

I focus on fostering open communication and mutual understanding in relationships, using collaborative approaches to address emotional and mental health challenges impacting couples.

A partnership-focused therapy that helps couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen emotional bonds through joint effort and understanding

Couples therapy is a space for each partner to feel heard, understood, and validated. We will work on creating your ideal relationship by taking the skills learned in session and incorporating them within your relationship.