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About Me & How I Work
Here, you’ll find a safe space to feel heard and understood without judgment.
Whether you’re looking for online couples counseling or individual counseling, I’m here to wholeheartedly support you on your journey to healthier relationships, healing, and a life filled with more joy and fulfillment. As your therapist, I use the latest research and training to equip you with effective tools for personal growth.
I am LGBTQ+ affirming, sex positive, culturally sensitive, and trauma informed. I work virtually via a confidential online platform and have some evening and weekend availability. I offer Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Premarital Therapy, and individual counseling for dating and relationships.
HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER
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Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) is an effective type of couples therapy that focuses on identifying a negative cycle of conflict, gaining an awareness of attachment needs, and improving the emotional bond between partners. EFT helps couples create secure, lasting relationships.
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Drawing from the principles of emotionally focused couples therapy, premarital therapy helps partners prepare for marriage by enhancing communication and conflict resolution skills. It provides a supportive space to discuss expectations, values, and goals, fostering a strong foundation for a successful and lasting marriage.
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This is a personalized space to explore your patterns, beliefs, and past experiences that impact relationships. It helps gain a deeper sense of self-awareness, develop healthier relationship skills, and build confidence in navigating dating and relationships.
Becoming a Therapist
Prior to becoming a therapist, I enjoyed a career in the entertainment industry. I spent several years working behind the scenes before making the leap from fictional stories to real ones. I pursued a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy at Phillips Graduate Institute, where my graduate research thesis explored how mindfulness impacts sexual satisfaction in longterm partners. After graduating, I joined Renewed Relationships Counseling Group. I specialize in online couples counseling and online relationship therapy for individuals under the supervision of Certified Emotionally Focused Therapist and Supervisor Stephanie Saari, LMFT.
I have completed advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy to help couples break out of their cycle of conflict and feel more connected. Today, I utilize my background in storytelling to empathetically help couples and individuals navigate the complexities of life and relationships.
education & credentials
M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy
Phillips Graduate Institute
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (#136938)
Under the supervision of Stephanie Saari, LMFT(#88613)
additional training
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Core Skills Training
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Externship
Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT): Level One|
Basic Principles of Somatic Experiencing
Gottman Method Couples Therapy: Level One
Prepare Enrich Premarital and Marriage Assessment
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy