Relationship Issues

I help couples and relationships resolve conflict, improve communication and restore trust.

I assist folx in navigating interpersonal relationships and dynamics in individual as well as couple sessions. This is based in trauma informed approach, attachment theory and the belief that humans are innately relational.

Together, we will create a safe space for you to communicate in a way that enhances understanding, deepens emotional intimacy, and helps you break out of negative patterns of interaction. We will draw from science-backed methods that use 50 years of research on relationships and communication.

Our closest relationships are our most rewarding and, sometimes, our most challenging relationships to navigate. I’m passionate about supporting couples in creating more effective, intimate and rewarding relationships. I offer holistic, non-judgmental, solution focused approaches to help couples develop clear communication, effective conflict resolution skills and strategies to fulfill their emotional and sexual needs so that they can move forward with creating a more enriching relationship.

Communication, trust and conflict resolution are usually the top three complaints I see with couples and families. Oftentimes, it takes a skilled mediator to help translate the mixed messages, help all parties present to validate and share empathy so that they can decrease defensiveness and have more consistently peaceful interactions.

I am trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples. I also earned my graduate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in practice for more than 10 years.

Through my work addressing partner violence and abuse, I have a significant amount of training and experience supporting healthy, emotionally and physically safe and secure relationships.

Relationships are complex, and when things feel off, it can leave you questioning everything. Whether it’s miscommunication, unresolved issues, or simply feeling disconnected, it’s easy to feel stuck in unhealthy patterns. In our work together, we’ll dive into the heart of what’s happening, uncover underlying needs, and work toward restoring trust, understanding, and connection. It’s not about perfection; it’s about building a relationship where both of you feel seen, heard, and valued.

I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate relationship challenges with a compassionate, insight-driven approach. Whether you're struggling with communication, intimacy, trust, or recurring conflict, I provide a supportive space to explore patterns, strengthen connections, and foster deeper understanding. My work is informed by attachment theory, relational dynamics, and a sex-positive perspective, ensuring that all relationships are honored and supported.

I work with self esteem, co dependency, intimacy, infidelity, marriage and divorce.

Relationships are some of the most important things in our lives, but they can be some of the hardest things in our lives, too. Maybe you’ve noticed that you keep having the same relational problems, or that you keep getting involved with the same kind of people over and over again. Try as you might to break out of these patterns, you find yourself back in the same place. I can help you figure out where these patterns come from, and where you might be able to find greater flexibility.

I have additional training in Gottman Method couples counseling. This research-driven, practical approach focuses on defusing verbal conflicts, enhancing intimacy, respect, and affection, eliminating barriers leading to a feeling of stagnancy, and fostering a deep sense of empathy and understanding within the relationship.

Therapy creates space for relationship transformation through gentle yet profound exploration. It bridges communication gaps that fuel misunderstandings, helps heal old wounds that create distance, and builds authentic connection where disconnection once existed. As patterns shift and trust rebuilds, partners discover new ways to express needs without defensiveness, listen without judgment, and navigate conflicts with respect, ultimately deepening emotional intimacy.

Relationships can be tough, but they don’t have to stay stuck. We’ll identify the dynamics that are keeping you disconnected and work on building deeper intimacy and trust. Whether you’re struggling with communication, boundaries, or emotional closeness, we’ll find ways to transform your relationship into one that feels more connected, supportive, and aligned with the love and partnership you truly want. Together, we’ll create the foundation for lasting connection and happiness.

Helping You Navigate Relationship Issues Relationships are often among the most fulfilling yet complex parts of life. Whether you’re facing communication challenges, ongoing conflict, or life transitions impacting your connection, I’m here to help you navigate those difficulties. In our work together, I provide a neutral, compassionate space where we can explore and better understand emotions and emotional responses to develop healthier communication patterns.

I have worked with clients that have relationship issues in various ways. Some of the relationship concerns I have addressed include: issues with family members; marital issues/pending divorce; post-breakup concerns; narcissistic abuse from a spouse.

THE CRISIS—Infidelity/ Affair/ Cheating/Adultery--Basically they’re all the same. You thought you had an understanding with your partner or spouse that you were in a monogamous relationship. Now you either suspect or know your partner is/has cheated on you & you feel betrayed. Do you worry the relationship can never be healed? How could you ever trust again? You'll need specialized tools to recover and rebuild trust, the skills found in my toolbox. Recovery is possible.

Relationships are some of the hardest things we can do – and they aren’t for the faint of heart! I use a variety of techniques to support my clients in finding & feeling into satisfying and supported relationships. A mix of NVC, interpersonal and developmental psychology, and a wholistic view are just a few of the ways I support my clients in their important relationships. From conflict to connection and communication, there are rewards for putting effort towards healthy relationships.