Clinical Therapy for Couples and Committed Partnerships

In every committed partnership, we do not just bring our present selves; we bring our entire history of relating, shaped by early experiences and social contexts. I provide a highly specialized and inclusive therapeutic space that welcomes couples and partnerships of all genders, sexual orientations, and relationship structures. My approach is grounded in the profound integration of Systemic Family Therapy and Attachment Theory, recognizing that when a relationship feels "stuck," it is often because the partners are caught in a repetitive, circular cycle where their individual attachment styles and survival strategies collide. What may manifest as a conflict over daily life is frequently a deeper, unconscious cry for safety, recognition, and secure connection.

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By viewing the relationship through a systemic lens, we look beyond individual "fault" to the unique "dance" you have created together. We explore how your internal working models of attachment shape your current needs for intimacy and autonomy, working collaboratively to transition from reactive or insecure patterns toward a "Secure Base." In our sessions, we gently uncover how past relational wounds and developmental trauma—informed by my work in NARM and Compassionate Inquiry—might be casting shadows on your present partnership.

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The goal of our work is to facilitate a transition from defensive reaction to authentic connection. We aim to transform the relational climate into one where vulnerability replaces defensiveness and mutual understanding de-escalates the "pursue-withdraw" cycle. By addressing the nervous system's role in relational distress, I assist partners in moving from "survival mode" to a state of co-regulation. This process allows the relationship to evolve into a conscious source of mutual healing and growth, fostering a bond that honors the authenticity of both individuals within the partnership.