Even in our closest relationships, we can find ourselves feeling disconnected, misunderstood, or caught in familiar patterns that leave us longing for something different. Conversations may turn into conflict, difficult feelings may go unspoken, or the closeness we once experienced may feel increasingly out of reach.
Couples counseling offers an opportunity to slow down, better understand one another, and discover new ways of connecting, communicating, and navigating life's challenges together.
My Approach
As an ICEEFT Certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist,I approach relationships through an attachment lens, with a deep appreciation for the ways our emotional needs, past experiences, and patterns of connection shape how we relate to one another.
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) is the foundation of my work. Rather than focusing solely on communication skills or conflict resolution, we work to understand the underlying emotions and attachment needs that often drive painful patterns of interaction. In addition to EFCT, I am a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional and have advanced training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, which I draw upon when helpful.
I take an active role in helping couples recognize and interrupt these patterns, particularly when conversations become escalated or partners feel stuck. Together, we slow things down enough to explore what may be happening beneath familiar reactions, make room for the more vulnerable parts of each person's experience, and create opportunities to feel more deeply understood by one another.
My hope is to help couples move away from patterns of disconnection and toward greater emotional security, trust, and intimacy. I believe meaningful change happens when partners can begin to experience one another differently, not simply communicate differently.
I welcome couples across diverse identities, backgrounds, relationship structures, and stages of life, and strive to approach each relationship with openness, curiosity, and respect.
Couples & Relationship Counseling
Areas of Focus
Communication & Recurring Conflict
Feeling stuck in familiar arguments, cycles of criticism or avoidance, or conversations that leave one or both partners feeling misunderstood.
Emotional & Sexual Intimacy
Longing for greater closeness, navigating differences in desire or intimacy needs, and strengthening emotional and physical connection.
Trust & Relationship Repair
Healing after betrayal, navigating difficult disclosures, and rebuilding a sense of safety and security within the relationship.
Life Transitions & Changing Roles
Adjusting to parenthood, retirement, shifting responsibilities, or other significant changes that affect the relationship.
Grief & Loss
Navigating different emotional experiences, needs, or ways of coping in the aftermath of loss.
Differences & Disconnection
Working through differences in values, cultural experiences, priorities, mental load, or perspectives while maintaining respect and connection.
Session Details
Fee: $215 per 53 minute sessions, and $310 per 83 minute sessions.
Format: In-person in Bellingham, Washington, or via secure telehealth for couples located in Washington State.
Insurance: I am an out-of-network provider and do not bill insurance directly. Superbills may be available when clinically appropriate and when services meet applicable insurance requirements. Coverage for couples counseling varies by plan.
Availability: Accepting clients beginning in January 2027.
Exploring What’s Possible
I work with couples at many different points in their relationships. Some have a strong foundation but feel stuck around a particular issue. Others have experienced years of disconnection, painful conflict, or attempts to repair their relationship that haven't brought the change they hoped for.
You may have tried couples counseling before and felt discouraged, or you may be considering it for the first time. You may know exactly what you'd like to work on, or simply recognize that something between you isn't feeling the way you'd like it to.
Whatever brings you here, I welcome the opportunity to help you better understand your relationship, find new ways of connecting, and move forward with greater clarity and care.
