I am trained in Level 1 and Level 2 of the Gottman Method, and I also have extensive training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). While I draw on both models, I primarily use the Gottman Method in my work with couples.

What to Expect with the Gottman Method

The Gottman Method is based on over four decades of research on what makes relationships succeed or struggle. It offers a structured, evidence-based framework that helps partners:

• Strengthen their friendship and emotional connection

• Develop more effective tools for managing conflict

• Build or rebuild trust and intimacy

• Create shared meaning and align on long-term goals

Therapy typically begins with a thorough assessment of your relationship—this includes individual and joint sessions as well as questionnaires that explore communication patterns, conflict styles, and emotional closeness. From there, we’ll develop a plan tailored to your unique strengths and challenges.

We work actively in session to practice new skills, revisit unresolved issues, and foster empathy and curiosity toward one another. The goal isn’t simply reducing conflict—it’s to understand each other more clearly and build a partnership that feels emotionally safe, supportive, and resilient.

A Note About Insurance and Couples Therapy

Many people are surprised to learn that insurance typically does not cover couples therapy. This is because most insurance plans require a diagnosed mental health condition and a focus on treating that diagnosis in individual therapy. In couples therapy, the primary goal is to strengthen the relationship itself—not to treat one partner’s mental health issue. If you’re seeking therapy focused on your relationship, it’s usually considered “self-pay” or “out-of-network”. I’m happy to answer questions about this and help you understand your options