Relationship Counseling

"Anissa really took the time to understand our unique issues...all of us felt really heard and we were able to finally hear and understand each other better and find new ways to communicate and function day to day that have really improved things in our home." ---RD

I studied psychology and sociology as my undergraduate majors and got my master's degree from Drexel University, Master of Family Therapy. My educational background and additional trainings I've attended throughout the course of my career (EFT, Prepare/Enrich premarital counseling assessment certification and treating affairs and trauma training), are all for relationships and to better provide support for my adult individuals and couples coming to my therapy room for relationship issues.

As a Couple and Family Therapist, I am dedicated to providing effective relationship counseling. I focus on helping clients address challenges such as communication breakdowns, trust issues, and conflicts. My training allows me to understand the complexities that can arise within relationships. Together, we can work toward creating meaningful, lasting relationships that reflect your unique identity and values.

At our practice, we're all about helping couples build stronger, happier relationships. With years of experience in relationship therapy, our friendly team is here to support you through everything from minor squabbles to major challenges. We create a safe, welcoming space where you can work on communication, resolve conflicts, and reconnect with each other.

It is difficult to be content and at peace when there is tension or strife in your romantic partnership(s). I can teach you skills to improve communication, reduce conflict, and enhance connection. I have training and experience in working with consensual non-monogamy, open relationships, and polyamory. As a certified sex therapist, I offer help with navigating common sexual concerns, such as desire discrepancy, sexual dysfunction, and kink / BDSM.

Training in couples, marriage, and family therapy. Working with relationships in the context of group. Working with business and professional relationships

I use Prepare/Enrich for premarital counseling and those looking to establish a healthy foundation for their future together.

The frameworks I utilize the most are the Gottman Method and the Developmental Model. I have completed Gottman Level 1 and Level 2 Trainings as well as extensive training in the developmental model. I will also weave in techniques and methods learned from Emotional Focused therapy and Esther Perel’s work when appropriate.

At East Coast Mental Wellness, we help couples strengthen their relationships by providing a supportive space to improve communication, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional connection. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches like the Gottman Method and Imago Relationship Therapy to address conflict, enhance intimacy, and foster understanding. We guide couples in developing healthier communication patterns, managing conflict constructively, and reconnecting emotionally and physically. Whether

Addressing relationships in therapy can look like couples counseling or individual. Either way we think addressing the relationships in counseling are so important. They often can cause things like depression and anxiety without even knowing. Our approach can address both!

Relationship counseling helps individuals and couples build stronger, healthier connections. Whether you're navigating conflict, communication issues, or deepening intimacy, evidence-based approaches foster lasting change. I've trained in several proven couples therapy models and authored two books for couples. Whether you're seeking support as an individual or a couple, relationship counseling can help your romantic or other relationships thrive with greater understanding, trust, and connection

I’m a relationship expert because I’ve dedicated my career to understanding and transforming the dynamics that connect us to each other. With a Ph.D. in marriage and family therapy, I have extensive training in how relationships shape us and influence our well-being. Over the years, I’ve helped couples and individuals navigate the complexities of relationships—from communication breakdowns and recurring conflicts to attachment wounds and patterns that keep people feeling stuck.

My additional graduate training in couple and family therapy has given me the special insight and skills with which I have competed hundreds of pre-marital, couple and family therapy sessions for over 12 years.

Relationships shape our lives, yet many struggle with communication, trust, and emotional connection. I help partners identify patterns, heal past wounds, and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. Using Gestalt therapy, the Developmental Model, and Imago Relationship Therapy, I guide couples in deepening intimacy and navigating challenges with clarity. My approach is direct yet compassionate, offering tools for meaningful, lasting change in relationships of all structures.

We may work on communication & relationship skills, explore the root of our trauma responses and attachment, practice working across difference, and/or discover ways back to connection. I specialize work with couples who identify at the intersections of LGBTQ+, polyamorous/nonmonogomous and/or neurodivergence.

I specialize in relationship counseling with a focus on consensual non-monogamy, LGBTQIA+ partnerships, and kink/BDSM dynamics. With over 15 years of experience, I’ve helped individuals and couples navigate complex relationship structures, improve communication, and foster deeper connections. My inclusive, non-judgmental approach creates a safe space for clients to explore and strengthen their unique relationships.

I offer relationship counseling for romantic partners and multi-partner relationships. My training includes coursework and specialization in couples therapy, as well as the unique challenges faced by non-monogamous, kinky, and other alternative sexuality communities.

Building and maintaining relationships can be difficult as we grow in our careers, become parents and even continue education. Whether you are in need of marriage, divorce, couples or family therapy, we got you! We get it, which is why therapy is remote and, on your time, so you can foster healthy relationships. It's okay if the other person is not ready for relationship or family therapy, let's work on what we can, and the rest will follow.