COUPLES THERAPY
COUPLES THERAPY
For when you and your romantic partner(s) need some perspective.
Why couples therapy?
In a world obsessed with quick fixes and instant connections, relationships often get the "bandaid" treatment. We swipe right, ghost with ease, and settle for lukewarm connections, all while wondering why true intimacy feels like a unicorn sighting.
But what if there was a way to upgrade your relationship? Enter couples therapy: not a magic fix, but a workshop for the most important people in your emotional ecosystem.
Think of it this way: even the most epic apps need bug fixes and updates. Couples therapy is like bringing in the emotional developers to identify glitches in communication, address underlying patterns, and install the latest patches of empathy and understanding.
It's not about assigning blame or dredging up past drama. It's about creating a safe space to speak your truth, to be heard without judgment. It's about unearthing the hidden scripts that might be causing miscommunication and hurt, and rewriting them together.
Sure, it might feel awkward at first. But what's more awkward: sleepwalking through a relationship that doesn't quite spark joy, or investing in the emotional well-being of your most significant connection?
Remember, great relationships are cultivated, not inherited. They require intention, effort, and sometimes, a little expert guidance. Couples therapy isn't a sign of weakness; it's a sign of strength and commitment to growing together.
So, instead of swiping right for the next "upgrade," consider investing in the one you already have. Couples therapy might just be the emotional optimization your relationship needs to unlock its full potential. After all, the most fulfilling connections are built on shared journeys, not just swipes and likes.
Make it Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) focuses on the why behind the fight, not the what. It's like an emotional translator for two clashing languages. It helps couples connect by understanding hidden needs and desires, not just rehashing the same scripts. Think of it as emotional archeology, uncovering the buried patterns that keep you stuck. It's not about blame, but about building a bridge of empathy. It might be the upgrade your relationship needs to thrive, not just survive.
“Love is not a bargain, it’s a bond.”
— Sue Johnson
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There is no pre-determined length; it all depends on how quickly we are able to meet your goals.
At the start of our work together, we will get clear on your goals, what you want to get out of therapy, or your definition of done.
For some folks, this looks like clarity on a big decision. For others, it might have to do with how you handle conflict.
I do not have a pre-conceived notion of what your journey looks like. I am committed to authenticity, not a particular outcome. Let’s find what’s real!
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Most couples seek therapy because they are suffering. In some relationships, that suffering is loud and fiery with frequent fights, arguments, and big feelings. Other couples have a quieter suffering that might look like feeling numb or flat with one another, or a persistent low-grade dissatisfaction with the relationship. Ultimately, everyone comes for their own reasons, some sharply focused and others from a more general sense of malaise.
There is a third category: couples who are doing fine, but want to be thriving.
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Most sessions are 55 minutes, with the final 10 minutes dedicated to collaborative documentation. Ninety minute sessions can be arranged for short periods, as can longer half day intensives for special circumstances.
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Hours
Tuesday–Friday
10am–6pm
Phone
(541) 954 - 1574
Location
Bay Area, California