Relationship Counseling

If you are experiencing difficulties in your relationship, you are not alone. Millions of couples all over the world go through periods of discontent, stress, anxiety, and more. You may think you are alone, but we want you to know you don’t have to try to manage the strains of your relationship on your own. Therapy can help you find a work-life balance and build a new connection with your partner.

I have been working as a coach and therapist with non-monogamous/polyamorous groupings since 2009. For relationship sessions, I work with both dyads as well as larger polycules.

I provide couples therapy, address any family relationship issues, peer and adult relationship challenges.

I enjoy teaching effective communication skills to people in relationships, so while I can be the one to initially help guide conversations between partners, eventually clients will be able to use the skills on their own. I often work with people in non-monogamous relationships, but those skills can help clients in any relationship format.

Supporting relationships to increase safety and closeness; using attachment theory, the Gottman Method, Somatic, and compassion-based skills.

After completing post graduate fertility training from the District of Columbia Board of Psychology I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples on their fertility journey. You can benefit from fertility-specific counseling if you are an individual or a couple undergoing fertility treatments (IUIs and IVFs), coping with miscarriage, or even exploring alternative options to grow your family, like infant/child adoption or surrogacy.

Training in couples, marriage, and family therapy. Working with relationships in the context of group. Working with business and professional relationships

I use relationship counseling to help you reduce symptoms by addressing the impact of your relationships on your life. With a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, I specialize in improving dysfunctional systems, fostering healthier connections, and enhancing your overall well-being through better understanding and communication.

The frameworks I utilize the most are the Gottman Method and the Developmental Model. I have completed Gottman Level 1 and Level 2 Trainings as well as extensive training in the developmental model. I will also weave in techniques and methods learned from Emotional Focused therapy and Esther Perel’s work when appropriate.

I use Prepare/Enrich for premarital counseling and those looking to establish a healthy foundation for their future together.

I have trained in Gottman Therapy, and I do pull from that model; however, my work is predominantly relational, and also solutions-focused. I utilize interventions from many models, and like all the therapy I provide, I tailor interventions and solutions based on the needs and the desires of my clients. People don't fit into boxes neatly; that just isn't the human experience.

Addressing relationships in therapy can look like couples counseling or individual. Either way we think addressing the relationships in counseling are so important. They often can cause things like depression and anxiety without even knowing. Our approach can address both!

At our practice, we're all about helping couples build stronger, happier relationships. With years of experience in relationship therapy, our friendly team is here to support you through everything from minor squabbles to major challenges. We create a safe, welcoming space where you can work on communication, resolve conflicts, and reconnect with each other.

I am trained and have experience working with all types of relationships. Communication work is key to any healthy relationship and in my opinion is the cornerstone of relationship therapy.

This is counseling designed to help couples understand and resolve problems, dissatisfaction, and conflict in their relationship. This therapy is based on building communication techniques, conflict resolution, gaining trust, and intimacy to create or improve your relationship.

At Relationships For Better, we specialize in the intricacies of both romantic and personal relationships. Our approach is compassionate yet results-driven. Whether you're a couple seeking to strengthen your bond or an individual navigating friendships, we provide tailored strategies to foster open communication and trust, guiding you towards healthier, fulfilling relationships.

I studied psychology and sociology as my undergraduate majors and got my master's degree from Drexel University, Master of Family Therapy. My educational background and additional trainings I've attended throughout the course of my career (EFT, Prepare/Enrich premarital counseling assessment certification and treating affairs and trauma training), are all for relationships and to better provide support for my adult individuals and couples coming to my therapy room for relationship issues.

My relationship counseling takes a differentiation approach and focuses on self-confrontation, empowering the client to change what he or she has control over and to set boundaries where appropriate. The result is a relationship in which both individuals can thrive.