Does this cycle sound familiar?

Partner A: Expresses negative emotion

Partner B: Provides solutions to perceived problem

Partner A: Feels invalidated

Partner B: Gets upset that partner A doesn't appreciate their solutions

Conversation ends because one or both partners shut down or blow up.

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I am trained through Level 3 of the Gottman Method. The Gottman Method is a research-based approach that focuses on strengthening the foundation of a relationship by helping partners improve communication, increase closeness and intimacy, and learn practical tools to manage conflict in healthy ways.

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This approach can be especially helpful for:

• Couples feeling stuck in repetitive arguments

• Partners struggling with communication breakdowns

• Those seeking to strengthen emotional connection and intimacy

• Couples preparing for major life transitions (marriage, parenthood, retirement, etc.)

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I do not work with couples experiencing issues with infidelity (past or present).

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In this therapy, couples learn how to recognize and shift negative interaction patterns, build deeper friendship and understanding, and create shared meaning in their lives together. Sessions often include structured conversations and skill-building exercises that can be practiced both in and outside of therapy. Instead of just talking about problems, couples are guided through exercises that strengthen how they relate to one another in everyday life.​

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What we might work on in session:

• Improving communication: Couples will practice the speaker–listener technique, where one partner takes the role of speaker and the other practices listening without interrupting, judging, or jumping in with solutions. This helps each partner feel truly heard and understood before moving forward in the conversation.

• Managing conflict: Partners will bring a recent conflict to session and practice ways to approach disagreements with respect and compassion, so conflicts become opportunities for problem-solving rather than fights.

• Building emotional connection: Homework might include creating rituals of connection, practicing ways to increase affection, and asking open-ended questions that deepen intimacy.

• Rebuilding trust: Couples will learn how to repair after arguments (not just "I'm sorry") and respond to each other’s bids for attention, comfort, or support.

• Understanding attachment: Individuals in the partnership will gain insight to how family of origin and previous relationships may have impacted their attachment style or way they communicate.

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Couples therapy requires a one time start up payment of $95 not covered by insurance.
This fee covers online assessment and materials.