Individual Counseling

In individual counseling, we will begin by discussing your goals. Whether you are struggling with anxiety or depression, going through a big life transition, struggling in a relationship, working on self-esteem, or wanting to just understand yourself better, I can help.

I utilize self-compassion in my work with individuals, which allows you to examine your thoughts, behaviors, and patterns through the lens of compassion. We can’t shame unwanted behaviors away, but through compassion and understanding, we can examine their purpose and find more adaptive roles for them to play.

It’s important to consider the context in which we live our lives. Together we can look at circumstances and life events that make you who you are (e.g., work/career, relationships, upbringing, societal messages) and how these impact you. We can identify the difficult experiences and messages that still shape your life today, and through self-compassion and acceptance, overcome self-criticism and self-doubt.

I am currently an in-network provider with Aetna and Cigna insurance.

Couples Counseling

In my work as your couples counselor, I take an open and direct approach to our work together, which includes identifying strengths in the relationship and also areas of potential growth.

I have completed Level 1 training in the Gottman Method, which provides a structured, step-by-step process for establishing or rebuilding the foundation of relationships, gaining new constructive communication skills, and repairing your emotional connection. I use this perspective to provide the relationship with foundational skills for building openness, understanding, and love.

I also utilize Emotionally-Focused Therapy to assess conflict cycles that couples get stuck in that prevent the relationship from feeling safe and secure. This can be an effective approach for couples who feel like regardless of the topic, their conflicts seem to look the same.

I approach sessions with an open and nonjudgmental stance, creating a space where both of you will feel accepted and cared for while strengthening your connection and love for one another.

I emphasize building trust and closeness between partners and establishing a secure base that ensures both of you feel understood.

I can help you with a variety of relationship challenges including struggles with conflict and communication, feeling “stuck” in your relationship, sexuality and intimacy, premarital counseling, and parenting.

Premarital Counseling

Despite its name, this type of work is not just for couples considering marriage. I see the decision to start premarital counseling similar to scheduling an annual check up, a relationship check-up if you will. We don’t know what we don’t know, so seeking out information about what makes relationships last, assessing how your relationship is doing, gaining a deeper understanding of what you are bringing into your relationship, then applying these skills can be invaluable as you navigate the next steps in your life together.

In our work together, I outline topics that I believe all couples can benefit from learning and applying to their relationships. I use evidenced-based frameworks from the Gottman Institute, Attachment theory, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Esther Perel’s work on intimacy and desire. We will assess what conflict, resolution, and compromise looks like in your relationship. We’ll discuss how to cultivate a secure bond and maintain this throughout your relationship. We’ll explore what expectations you both bring into your relationship and how to create shared meaning and values as a couple. We’ll discuss the importance of intimacy and maintaining connection, setting boundaries and parenting (if applicable), in addition to learning how to navigate topics such as work, finances, division of labor, and planning for the future.

My hope in providing this outline of topics is to give you a road map of conversations that could benefit the future of your relationship. Many couples have mentioned in sessions wanting to have these conversations on their own, but wonder if they’ve asked the “right” questions. I can help you address these topics thoroughly so that you leave our sessions having learned something new about yourselves and each other, and having gained skills that will help you keep your relationship healthy and strong.

While my approach to premarital counseling is structured, it is also flexible. I work to meet you where you’re at with your budget and availability. We’ll work together to prioritize the topics that are most beneficial to you based on your relationship’s unique needs.