Couples Work

Couples therapy can be a profoundly powerful resource for those who want to bring more understanding, healing, repair, and connection into their relationship.

Offerings for Couples

  • Couples Therapy

    In couples therapy, I take a no-nonsense, deeply compassionate approach that blends the best of Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). I believe real change happens when we dig into the heart of your relationship dynamics, uncovering the patterns that aren’t working and replacing them with healthier, more connected ways of being.

    We’ll break down barriers to communication, rebuild trust, and help you understand each other’s needs on a deeper level. I’m not here for quick fixes—I’m here for lasting transformation. Together, we’ll build a stronger, more resilient bond that can weather life’s challenges and bring you closer to the relationship you truly want.

  • Couples Intensives

    Couples intensives and marathon sessions are perfect if you're looking to make big shifts in a short amount of time. Instead of spreading things out over weeks or months, we dive deep in one go—whether it’s a focused 3-hour session or an immersive 6-to-12-hour intensive.

    This approach helps you break through stuck patterns, fast-track your growth, and create lasting change in a way that regular sessions can’t always achieve. It’s a powerful way to hit reset, fast-track your progress, and make real breakthroughs when you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and do the work.

  • Premarital Counseling

    Premarital counseling is all about setting your relationship up for success before you say "I do." I use proven, research-backed approaches to help you both explore your values, communication styles, and long-term goals. We'll focus on everything from conflict resolution to trust-building, giving you tools to face challenges as a team.

    The benefits? You’ll enter your marriage with a stronger understanding of each other, strategies for handling tough moments, and a deeper connection that will help you thrive together—long after the wedding day. It’s not just about avoiding problems—it’s about creating a solid foundation for a lasting, fulfilling partnership.

Book a free 15-minute consultation

So how does this 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

  • 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.

  • I work with couples on a private-pay basis. Couples therapy works best when we have the 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 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Yes, absolutely.

  • 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 and connection that feel right for you.

  • 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.

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