TRAUMA-INFORMED COUPLES THERAPY IN CALIFORNIA
Despite the joyous nature of love, romantic relationships and marriages can be challenging. If your partnership is relatively new, it is natural to anticipate continuous excitement and ever-expanding love. The reality, however, is different. You may start to notice personal differences, get bothered by your partner's habits, or feel the need for moments alone like you used to enjoy. You might perceive emerging issues as potential warning signs and even question the possibility of a mutual future. It can be normal to have doubts about the relationship, and you are not alone.
On the other hand, in a long-term relationship, you may experience a decline in emotional closeness, intimacy, or trust. Demands and responsibilities of daily life might completely overpower your relationship. You may start to see your partner more as a roommate or friend. Even worse, your conflicts may be so severe that you even view each other as enemies.
Couples therapy with trauma-focused support could be an effective solution to relational difficulties. If you would like my assistance in figuring out barriers to effective communication, mutual understanding, and emotional connection, I would be honored to support you as a couple.
POTENTIAL BENEFITS OF SUCCESSFUL COUPLES THERAPY MAY INCLUDE:
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Effective Communication: You will improve how you talk and listen to each other.
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Deep Connection: You will strengthen emotional intimacy and mutual understanding.
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Conflict Resolution: You will learn healthy ways to manage and resolve disagreements.
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Relationship Renewal: You will rediscover the love and affection in your partnership.
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Shared Growth: You will develop new patterns of interactions that promote relationship stability and growth.
OVERVIEW OF MY APPROCH TO COUPLES THERAPY
In my work with couples, I draw from advanced training as a Gottman therapist, EFT therapist, RLT therapist, and trauma-informed therapist, integrating these models intentionally within each session. This trauma-focused approach helps partners overcome blocks, interrupt painful conflict cycles, reduce reactivity, strengthen communication, and build emotionally connected bonds. Couples counseling sessions are available in person in Orange County and online throughout California.
IMPORTANT: Safety in Abusive Relationships
Please read this if you find yourself in a relationship with an abusive partner. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, intimate partner violence "affects millions of people in the United States each year". Most couples therapy approaches are not suitable for situations where one partner uses control and fear against another. The type of couples therapy I offer is not appropriate for relationships with a significant power imbalance between partners. If you are experiencing partner violence within your relationship, please consider these resources for support. You deserve safety and respect. Even though it might feel like you are alone, know that help is available. I hope you can get the help you need to regain your sense of self and security.
Love. Connection. Happiness.
