THE THERAPY PROCESS, SIMPLIFIED:

1. Free Initial Consultation:
A complimentary 15-minute phone call to assess whether we're the right fit. Click here to schedule a free consultation now.

2. First Session: Guided Couple Intake:
A comprehensive 75-minute guided couple intake session, also known as the “couples therapy assessment.” This session allows me to gather valuable insights into your relationship history and the reasons bringing you to therapy.

3. Individual Intakes:
Individual 60-minute intake sessions are conducted for each member of the couple or polycule. These sessions delve into personal histories and the unique reasons for seeking therapy.

4. Weekly Couples Therapy Sessions:
Weekly sessions are scheduled for 50 minutes each. This regular cadence is not just a routine; it's designed to ensure the integration of new breakthroughs, tools, and habits into your life. The consistent rhythm facilitates lasting change that extends beyond the confines of our sessions.

Couples therapy with me is solution focused and based on re-establishing an emotional connection with your partner/s, while building deeper levels of interaction, communication, and intimacy. As there is a no one-size-fits-all approach, I use an eclectic mix of modalities such as Imago Relationship Therapy (IRT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Gottman Marital Counseling, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Nonviolent Communication (NVC) techniques.

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS:

Emergencies
Depending on availability, I offer last minute booking 50 to 75-minute sessions with flexible timing to address pressing issues promptly.

Couples Retreats and Intensives
For those seeking an in-depth exploration of specific issues, I provide Therapy Intensives and Retreats.

Absolutely! I offer online couples therapy retreats and intensives for couples and polycules who are seeking greater depth of therapeutic breakthrough over a shorter amount of time.

These sessions offer a dynamic alternative to traditional weekly therapy and come in formats of 1 Day (8-hour Program), 2 Days (11-hour Program), or 3 Days (14-hour Program)

My signature retreats and intensives follow a bootcamp-style approach, combining intensive relationship therapy with teachings from respected therapeutic approaches such as Imago Relationship Therapy (IRT), Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFCT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Gottman marital counseling, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), and Nonviolent Communication (NVC).

During the intensives, couples gain more clarity on where they are at and where they want to go, learn a communication formula to enhance productivity and reduce stress in interactions, increase intimacy, foster repairs, and increase trust.

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I am a relationship therapist based in San Francisco, CA and a Board-Certified Telemental Health Provider, offering online couples therapy and marriage counseling to all residents of California. If you or your partner are outside California, consider finding a therapist licensed in your state.

Online sessions offer all partners of the couple/polycule the convenience of joining the session separately or together.

To ensure privacy, I use a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform that requires no downloading and can be accessed from any device.

Therapy offers tools and guided conversations that help couples notice how they interact, understand each other’s needs, and practice new ways of responding that build safety, trust, and connection.

It’s common for one partner to feel hesitant. A therapist can often work with that by starting gently, supporting each person’s comfort, and focusing first on what both feel ready to explore. Sometimes individual work can also help make space for shared sessions.

Your first session typically involves sharing both of your perspectives about the relationship and the reasons you’re seeking therapy. The therapist will listen for strengths as well as challenges and help you begin shaping a shared vision for change.

Yes! I offer neurodivergent-inclusive couples therapy with a specific focus on ADHD for couples where one or both partners have ADHD. The approach is designed to foster understanding on the ADHD effects on marriage/partnership, and aims to strengthen relationships by embracing the unique qualities associated with ADHD. The goal is to improve communication, understanding, and connection with your partner, fostering a more supportive and harmonious relationship.

Absolutely. As a relationship therapist, I am committed to providing a safe and inclusive space for partners with diverse relationship structures. I am experienced in working with Ethical Non-Monogamous (ENM), Polyamorous, LGBTQIA2+, Kink couples and polycules. My practice embraces and celebrates the unique dynamics and challenges that come with these relationships. Whether you are considering opening up your relationship, exploring polyamory, or navigating the complexities of non-traditional relationship structures, I am here to support you in your journey.

You can learn more about my work with ENM and polyamorous relationships here.

Couples therapy, marriage counseling, and relationship therapy are often used interchangeably, but there are nuanced differences. Couples therapy may imply a longer-term approach and work on relationship dynamics, while Marriage Counseling focuses on areas specific to marriage (e.g., navigating marital conflicts, premarital counseling).

Despite being less common, I prefer the term "relationship therapy" to describe my work. It is a more inclusive and expansive term that goes beyond the duality of couples and the institution of marriage, embracing diverse relationship types and providing a comprehensive focus on relational dynamics.

A consultation is often the best first step. It offers space to talk through what you are navigating and see if working with a therapist feels supportive.