Couples Therapy

Couples Counseling

Relationships are complex. Over time, even the strongest couples can struggle with communication, connection, and understanding. Whether you’ve grown apart or find yourselves in endless cycles of arguments, I can help you uncover where things went wrong and learn how to reconnect.

Common Challenges Couples Face:

Many couples I work with are dealing with issues such as:

  • Frequent spells of arguing
  • Feeling unheard or misunderstood
  • A loss of the closeness they once shared
  • Repetitive conversations that never lead to resolution
  • Stress from parenting or extended family dynamics

If any of these concerns sound familiar, you’re not alone. I provide a safe space to explore these challenges and work toward lasting change.

My Approach

I take a holistic view, considering each person’s individual experiences within the context of their relationship. We’ll start by meeting together to discuss the history of your relationship and the issues you’re currently facing. Then, I meet with each partner individually to better understand your unique background, perspective, and needs.

During this process, I also assess for any underlying issues such as trauma, emotional dysregulation, or addictions that could be contributing to relationship difficulties. Addressing these deeper concerns often helps resolve surface-level issues like arguments or a lack of communication.

Once we’ve identified and cleared these obstacles, we can focus on rebuilding your connection. This might involve learning active listening skills, setting aside time to reconnect, or developing a deeper understanding of yourself and your partner.

A Compassionate Path Forward:

My hope is to help couples rebuild their relationships and meet each other’s needs. But if staying together isn’t possible, I’m here to support you in parting ways with love and respect, so that both individuals can move forward in a healthy way.

Ready to begin?

If you’re ready to work through these challenges and build a stronger, more connected relationship, I’m here to help. Contact me today to schedule your first session.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do You Offer Telehealth Counseling?

Yes. I am now offering mental health counseling services via telehealth, which means over the phone (landline), cellphone, (including face-to-face), and also over a HIPAA approved, secure platform, which will work over computer or smartphone as well. Learn more here.

How Much Does A Session Cost?

Privately paying offers some benefits, such as that an insurance company or other entity is less likely to obtain access to any information about you. I charge the average rate, which is $195.00 for an initial intake assessment session, $135 per session thereafter for individuals, or $145 per session hour for couples.

I am empaneled with most insurance companies and with a number of Employee Assistance programs. Thus, what you will pay depends upon your situation. EAPs often pay for a very limited number of sessions, 1-6 typically, and there is no out of pocket cost to the client. If you use your health insurance, you may pay about $15.00 up to about $40.00 copayment for each session.

A few insurances do not have copays at all. You can find out how yours works by calling the number on the back of you insurance card under “Mental Health Benefits”, or under “Customer Care”.Your health insurance company’s website may also explain your benefits to you.

Hypnosis packages available on request

What Happens In The First Session?
We initiate the process of a comprehensive assessment of your problem, and as many possible biopsychosocial aspects as is feasible in the time available. We collaborate to come up with a general direction of what might be helpful to solve the presenting problem, including deciding if other outside resources might be helpful to you. Sometimes, the client is given some “homework” of specific strategies to begin to implement, even after session one. This could involve some readings, books, or internet resources.
How Many Sessions Are Necessary?
This varies from person to person, situation to situation. My goal is to aim for the least restrictive approach and for the simplest resolution.However, some situations take longer, some people need support for longer.

I always review with my client when they feel that they are doing better, or when they have reached their hoped-for objective. Sometimes, my clients opt to move forward on working on another issue or try out the use of some other modality.

What Happens If I Miss An Appointment?
Missed appointments are billed, as is standard local practice, at $75 per hour. If 24 hours notice is given, there is no charge.
How Will I Know If My Problem Is Resolved?
I like where possible to achieve mutual agreement to terminate sessions. I believe firmly in the principle of self-determination, so it is really the client’s decision, unless there is some outside requirement, such as a court order for counseling.