Couples Therapy

Creating Connection, Even in Conflict

Are you and your partner caught in a cycle of feeling unseen, unheard, and disconnected?

Maybe you find yourselves longing for the closeness and understanding you once shared, but struggling to figure out how to get back to that place? It's understandable. Many couples face challenges that leave them feeling frustrated and isolated in their relationships. With compassionate guidance and effective tools, you can address these pain points and rebuild the connection you crave.

At our practice, we understand the deep emotional toll of feeling disconnected and unheard in your relationship. We recognize the ache of wanting to be seen and validated by your partner, only to feel like your words fall on deaf ears. It's a painful place to be, but you don't have to stay there. Through our specialized couples therapy approach, we offer a path towards healing and reconnecting.

Imago Therapy: Building Bridges of Understanding

Imago Therapy is a powerful method that focuses on deepening understanding and empathy between partners. It helps you uncover the underlying dynamics of your relationship and how past experiences influence your present interactions. Through Imago Therapy, you'll learn:

Effective Communication: Explore new ways to communicate openly and honestly with your partner, expressing your needs and listening empathetically.
Understanding Triggers: Identify the triggers and patterns that lead to conflicts, and learn how to respond with compassion rather than react defensively.
Rekindling Intimacy: Rediscover the passion and connection that initially drew you together, nurturing a deeper bond built on mutual respect and appreciation.

Brainspotting: Healing Emotional Wounds

Brainspotting is a cutting-edge therapeutic approach that taps into the brain's natural ability to process and heal emotional wounds. It helps you access and release stored trauma or negative emotions that may be impacting your relationship. Here's how it can support you:

Trauma Resolution: Address past experiences or unresolved trauma that may be contributing to current relationship challenges, allowing for healing and growth.
Emotional Regulation: Learn techniques to regulate your emotions and manage stress, fostering a calmer and more supportive environment for both partners.
Enhanced Connection: When we Brainspot in front of our partner it enhances their attunement to our struggles. It helps them see what wounds they are impacting and allows opportunity to connect deeply through vulnerability.

Appreciation/Gratitude Work: Cultivating Love and Positivity

Practicing appreciation and gratitude can transform your relationship by focusing on the positives and reinforcing love and connection. In therapy, you'll explore:

Expressing Gratitude: Learn to express appreciation for your partner's strengths, efforts, and the qualities you admire, fostering a sense of validation and love.
Creating Rituals of Connection: Establish meaningful rituals or practices that strengthen your bond and create moments of connection and intimacy.
Shifting Perspective: Shift your focus from what's lacking to what's present, cultivating a mindset of abundance and gratitude that nurtures your relationship.