Couples Therapy
Do you feel disconnected from your partner? Misunderstood? Are you wondering how to reconnect and feel closer to one another but not really knowing how?
Couples & Relationship Therapy
A calm, structured space to repair conflict, rebuild trust, and reconnect.
Relationships can feel overwhelming when conflict becomes constant, trust has been broken, or emotional distance grows. You don’t have to navigate this alone—and you don’t have to already know “what’s wrong” to get help.
I provide couples and relationship therapy for partners who feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward.
Is This You?
Couples and individuals reach out to me when they are experiencing:
Frequent arguments that go nowhere
High conflict or emotional reactivity
Recovering after an affair or betrayal
Feeling more like roommates than partners
Emotional withdrawal or shutdown
Repeating the same patterns despite trying to “communicate better”
Wanting to strengthen an already solid relationship before things worsen
You may feel unsure whether couples therapy will help—or worried that a therapist might take sides. That concern makes sense.
How I Work With Couples
My approach to couples therapy is neutral, structured, and emotionally grounded, informed by evidence-based relationship science.
I am trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and have over a decade of experience working with couples in all stages of their relationship—from those in acute crisis to couples seeking deeper connection and long-term resilience.
In our work together, I help couples:
Slow down reactive cycles
Understand what’s happening underneath conflict
Rebuild emotional safety and trust
Improve communication without escalation or shutdown
Strengthen friendship, intimacy, and mutual respect
Make intentional decisions about their relationship’s future
I don’t take sides. Instead, I focus on the relationship itself—and on helping both partners feel heard, respected, and supported.
Couples I Commonly Work With:
High-Conflict Couples
When arguments escalate quickly or feel impossible to resolve, therapy can help identify unhelpful patterns and create safer, more productive ways to engage—without blame or judgment.
Post-Affair & Trust Repair
Healing after betrayal is painful and complex. Using a structured, research-informed approach, I help couples work through accountability, emotional repair, and trust rebuilding—at a pace that respects both partners.
Disengaged or Disconnected Couples
If you feel distant, numb, or unsure how you got here, couples therapy can help uncover what led to disconnection and whether—and how—reconnection is possible.
Couples Wanting to Strengthen Their Relationship
You don’t have to be in crisis to benefit from couples therapy. Many couples choose to work together proactively to improve communication, deepen intimacy, and build skills that protect their relationship long-term.
Individual Relationship Therapy
I also work with individuals who:
Are struggling in a relationship
Want to understand their role in recurring relationship patterns
Are deciding whether to repair, stay, or leave a relationship
Relationship-focused therapy doesn’t always require both partners to be present.
What You Can Expect
A calm, supportive environment
Clear structure and guidance
Attention to both partners’ experiences
A therapist who remains neutral and steady
Respect for your pace, values, and goals
Couples therapy isn’t about assigning fault—it’s about understanding what’s happening and creating meaningful, lasting change.
About Me
I am a licensed therapist in Santa Rosa and the sole owner of my private practice. I have well over a decade of experience working successfully with couples, including those facing high conflict, infidelity, and long-standing disconnection.
I am trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, an evidence-based approach grounded in decades of relationship research. As a solo practitioner, I offer personalized, attentive care rather than a one-size-fits-all model.
My role is to help you slow things down, understand what’s happening between you, and support you in moving forward with clarity and intention.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take sides in couples therapy?
No. My role is to remain neutral and focused on the relationship itself. I work to ensure both partners feel heard, respected, and supported while we address the patterns creating distress.
What if one of us is unsure about couples therapy?
That’s very common. Uncertainty doesn’t mean therapy can’t help. We can move at a pace that feels safe and use the consultation to explore whether couples therapy feels like a good next step.
Do you work with couples who feel close to separation or divorce?
Yes. I work with couples at many crossroads—whether the goal is repair, clarity, or making thoughtful decisions about the future.
How long does couples therapy usually take?
Every relationship is different. Some couples come for focused, short-term work, while others choose longer-term support to build lasting change.
What Past Clients Often Say
“Working together finally helped us slow down, understand each other, and stop repeating the same painful arguments. We learned how to actually hear one another again.”
Take the Next Step
If your relationship feels stuck, strained, or disconnected—or if you simply want to strengthen what you already have—support is available.
You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin.
How we meet, two options:
Standard Sessions - Weekly 90-minute sessions
Marathon Sessions - Consecutive 3-day workshop
Couples therapy does not have to be a scary or negative experience. You and your partner will work together in a positive and fun way while healing your relationship. Together we will address the deeper meaning of conflict and dissatisfaction in your relationship, and you will learn tools you need to bring about the changes you both long for.
Call today for a free phone consultation.