Relationship Problems?
Counseling Can Help
Communication Skills
Our time together includes developing effective communication skills so you can learn to resolve conflict with greater ease, avoiding endless circular arguments and daily ups and downs. This paves the road to deeper connection and partnership, grounded in respect and appreciation.
The conflicts we experience with loved ones are often based in the unintentional ways we trigger one another’s pain or patterns from childhood. You may find yourself taking out the stress of the day on your partner, or maybe you have a general feeling of disconnection that has grown over time. Whether you find yourself in arguments about the kids, finances, or past events, our work together will help you identify and understand these charged areas, the first step to healing your relationship.
What is IFS and How Can it Help Your Relationship?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is an empowering and evidence-based therapy model that understands the mind as being made up of various “parts,” each with its own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Sometimes, these parts carry wounds from past experiences, which influence how we interact in our relationships. In couples therapy, IFS helps you recognize these parts and work through them to improve your connection with your partner.
Through IFS-based couples therapy, you and your partner will:
- Understand your internal parts: Each of us has parts that can show up in relationships, such as the part that feels anxious or the part that gets angry or defensive. I’ll help you identify and understand these parts in yourself and your partner, paving the way for deeper empathy.
- Communicate more clearly and effectively: With IFS, you’ll learn to communicate from your core “Self”—a calm, compassionate place—rather than letting your reactive parts take over. This will foster more understanding, connection, and positive interactions between you and your partner.
- Heal past wounds: Many relationship difficulties stem from unresolved emotional pain or trauma. IFS therapy allows you to identify and heal these old wounds so they no longer interfere with your relationship.
- Strengthen trust and intimacy: As you and your partner learn to better understand and support each other’s internal worlds, trust and emotional intimacy naturally deepen, restoring joy and harmony in your relationship.
Why Work with Me?
As a couples therapist specializing in IFS, I’m committed to helping couples find clarity, compassion, and healing. I provide a safe and supportive space where both partners can feel truly seen and understood. Whether you’re navigating a rough patch or seeking to deepen your connection, I’m here to guide you toward a more harmonious and fulfilling relationship.
My approach to couples therapy will be a good fit if:
- You feel stuck in repetitive arguments or negative patterns.
- You want to improve how you communicate with your partner.
- You or your partner carry emotional wounds or past trauma
- You’re looking to deepen intimacy and trust.
- You’re ready for personal and relational growth.
