Therapy for Couples
Couples therapy takes courage, honesty, and a willingness to get real. Maybe you’re here to strengthen what you’ve built, to find your way back after being hurt, or to part ways with care and clarity.
Whatever brings you in, this is a no-BS space to slow down, listen deeply, and connect in a different way.
Ultimately, it’s about acknowledging the tender spots, healing the wounds, and understanding what each of you need (and what you’re able to offer) so you can move forward with more trust, truth, and intention.
Let’s find the path that feels right for you, together.
What I Offer:
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Couples Therapy
For the day-to-day work of strengthening your relationship
When it comes to couples therapy, I keep it real—direct, compassionate, and focused on what actually helps. Whether you're stuck in the same old arguments, feeling distant, or struggling to communicate, we’ll slow things down and look at what’s really going on beneath the surface.
Using tools like the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), we’ll uncover the patterns that keep you stuck and start shifting them—together. My work is LGBTQ+ affirming and inclusive of all relationship structures.
This isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about building something solid through honesty, vulnerability, and a willingness to grow.
Together, we’ll work on:
+ Breaking unhelpful patterns and learning how to reconnect
+ Asking for what you need—without blame or shutdown
+ Rebuilding trust after hurt or disconnection
+ Making space for emotional safety and real teamwork
If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start building a relationship that can handle the real stuff, let’s talk.
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Couples Intensives
For couples who need a breakthrough—now
Sometimes, weekly therapy just isn’t enough. If you’re facing a crisis, stuck at a crossroads, or simply want focused time to repair and reconnect, a couples intensive offers a deep-dive experience that clears space for real movement.
In a 3-hour session or a full-day (or two-day) intensive, we’ll explore the dynamics holding you back, work through key issues, and build a practical roadmap for change—fast.
What this looks like:
+ A concentrated look at the roots of your disconnection
+ Tools and strategies you can use right away
+ Space to process and heal after a breach of trust
+ Clarity about where you’re headed—and how to get there
Intensives are ideal for couples who want to reset, deepen their connection, or navigate a turning point with clarity and momentum. If this sounds like the right fit for you, reach out today.
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Premarital Counseling
For couples who want to start strong
You’ve said “yes”, now let’s make sure your foundation is solid. Premarital counseling offers intentional time to explore the parts of your relationship that matter most: your values, your communication styles, your hopes for the future, and the real-life skills that keep love steady after the honeymoon phase.
This work is secular, inclusive, and LGBTQ+ affirming. It’s not about perfection—it’s about building a partnership that’s prepared for the long haul.
In our sessions, we’ll cover:
+ How to navigate conflict with clarity and care
+ Understanding each other’s needs and emotional wiring
+ Money, family, intimacy, and the future you’re building together
+ Tools to help you support each other through life’s changes
Premarital counseling helps you feel confident and connected as you enter this next chapter…knowing you’re in it together, for real. Let’s get started today.
So how does this usually work?
Step 1:
Start by reaching out through my contact form. I’ll get back to you and we’ll get a free 15-minute consultation set up to see if it’s a good fit.
Step 2:
If we’re all systems go after our consultation chat, then we’ll get 3 sessions on the books to complete your Comprehensive Couples Assessment + Relationship Checkup. This looks like:
1st Session: Couple’s history interview (80 minutes)
2nd Session: Individual meetings (40 minutes each)
3rd Session: We’ll sit down together, go over the findings, and make a game plan for our work together. (80 minutes)
Step 3:
We will meet regularly once a week (or every two weeks) to do the work, being intentional about checking in on the process and progress toward your goals.
If you’re doing an intensive? We’ll dive right into the issue you want to tackle and provide you with uninterrupted time to level up your relationship.
Step 4:
When you’ve met your goals as a couple, we’ll wrap up our work together and send you off into the sunset with greater clarity, more connection, helpful skills, and better communication.
FAQs
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80-minute Initial Intake Session: (+ data analysis and summary): Comprehensive Gottman Method assessment that can include Oral History of relationship, conflict discussion, goals, and strengths. Includes time spent on my part for data analysis and treatment plan creation: $300
Gottman Relationship Checkup: Required for assessment and treatment planning in order to collect additional information on the relationship through the context of the research: $39 paid directly to the Gottman Institute
Subsequent 80-minute sessions devoted to time spent working on goals outlined in treatment plan and/or current life challenges or topics brought in by clients: $225.00
Couples therapy is an investment—no doubt about it. But considering your relationship impacts everything—how you show up at work, with friends, with family, and even your ability to feel joy—it’s an investment that pays off if you’re willing to put in the work.
I offer a limited number of sliding-scale spots for couples who need support but are working with a tighter budget. You can ask about availability of this option in our consultation.
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I work with couples on a private-pay basis. Couples therapy works best when we have the time and freedom to focus on what truly matters—your relationship.
Insurance companies require a mental health diagnosis for billing, and since a relationship isn’t something that can be diagnosed, it doesn’t quite fit within their system. (Boo - I know.)
That said, private pay comes with some serious benefits:
No insurance red tape – We focus on what you need, not what’s covered.
Confidential, high-quality therapy – No restrictions on how often or how long we work together.
Deep, lasting change – We go beyond symptom management and get to the real work.
Your relationship deserves more than a quick fix. Let’s do this the right way.
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There’s no one-size-fits-all answer—every couple’s journey is different. Some need just a few months to fine-tune communication and reconnect, while others dive deeper, working together for a year or more to heal old wounds and create lasting change. What really matters isn’t the clock—it’s the effort you put in. The more you show up and do the work, the more impact therapy will have.
For couples wanting faster breakthroughs, I also offer 3-hour marathon sessions and 6-to-12-hour intensives to dive deep and make big shifts in a shorter time.
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I ground my couples therapy in the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)—the two most research-backed approaches for building strong, connected relationships. Gottman helps you break toxic behaviors, improve communication, and rebuild trust with practical, science-based strategies. EFT goes deeper, helping you understand the emotions beneath the conflict, heal attachment wounds, and create a more secure, loving bond. Together, these methods don’t just fix surface issues—they create real, lasting change.
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Yes, absolutely!
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I respect that faith can be a powerful part of your journey, and I honor wherever you’re at. That said, my approach isn’t faith-based—it’s all about meeting you where you are and helping you create the life , the relationship, and the kind of connection that feels right for you.
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Getting started is simple—just reach out for a free 15-minute consultation, and we’ll talk about what’s going on, what you’re hoping for, and how we can get to work on strengthening your relationship.