I work with couples and individuals on relationship issues. As humans we are wired for connection so relationships are at the core of our sense of self and well being. In my practice we can explore who you are as a child, parent, friend, or partner and gain insight into these important relationships.
There is nothing quite as wonderful as a secure, romantic, committed love relationship. Yet even in the most loving couples, the nature of our past attachments together with the stress of daily life, can erode intimacy and trust and expose insecurities, jealousy, defensiveness, anger, sexual difficulties, disappointment and pain. As your couples’ therapist, my goal is to create a safe space where you can each feel heard and learn to better understand your relationship dynamics so that together you can restore trust and create positive change.
My practice specializes in helping couples navigate the complexities of partnership, no matter where you are in your relationship journey. We will identify patterns that are holding you back and keeping you stuck, break unhealthy relationship patterns and heal old wounds. You will learn to improve your communication, reclaim your intimacy and connection, and gain clarity around your needs and desires to find stability and happiness once again.
Relationships can be messy and challenging. Let's build our skills for communication and collaboration, while also finding supports for empathy and resilience. I work with intimate relationships of many arrangements: monogamy, polyamory, open relationships, and other forms of consensual non-monogamy and relationship anarchy.
Licensed Psychoanalyst, Ed.D. (CA Medical Board License #RP 227)
My approach to therapy as a Jungian analyst is to listen deeply to discover the unique person that you are and the problems you are facing. In a safe, caring, and supportive setting we will utilize dream analysis, journaling, and other creative work to help guide you back to the wisdom within.
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help couples strengthen their connections and resolve conflicts. EFT is a proven, effective approach that focuses on deepening emotional intimacy and improving communication. By creating a safe, supportive environment, I guide couples in identifying and addressing underlying issues, fostering trust, and building healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Whether you’re facing ongoing challenges or seeking to enhance your bond, my goal is to help you create a resilient and loving partnership.
Couples can get themselves into negative cycles that seem to happen on repeat. When this persists over time, the gap between a couple can widen, sometimes so much that both parties are turning away from each other and toward unhealthy coping mechanisms. I help couples re-learn how to listen to each other, understand each other’s unique emotional experience, and pave the way for reconnection to occur.
Relationships and Marriage are complex and bring out certain parts of ourselves that need attention, understanding, and coping. How we communicate with, understand, and hear our partners are important parts of healthy relationships as well as establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries. Together we will explore what you and your partner are having difficulties with and want more insight into in order to feel connected and understood, as well as understanding maladaptive copings and communications.