Couples & relationship therapy

I work with adult couples and relationships of all genders, sexual orientations, and relationship structures. My focus is on the connection between people while also exploring the individual and relational dynamics that shape the relationship.

Many couples come to therapy feeling stuck in patterns of communication that repeat over time. Arguments may escalate quickly, old hurts may continue to resurface, or one partner may feel as though the wellbeing of the relationship rests on their shoulders. At the same time, relationships are not only about conflict. Feelings of love, joy, and connection are just as important to explore and reconnect with, especially when those experiences have felt distant.

Through intentional communication, emotional exploration, and slowing down the interaction between partners, we begin to understand what is happening beneath the surface. Often what appears as conflict on the outside is connected to deeper emotions, unmet needs, or patterns that developed over time.

My approach to relationship therapy is systemic and collaborative. I recognize that each partner’s history, emotional experience, and broader cultural context influence the relationship, and your input is an essential part of shaping our work together.

When people come to therapy with the intention of ending a committed relationship, we can use the same structure and care to support a thoughtful and respectful uncoupling process, focusing on communication, boundaries, and shared agreements that support each person’s wellbeing.

Our work draws primarily from Transformative Couples Therapy (formerly Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy for Couples). I also incorporate ideas and techniques from Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Gestalt therapy. I also integrate somatic practices such as body awareness and tracking emotional experience to help partners identify core emotions and deepen relational understanding.