Relationships are one of the most complicated things. Two or more people from often very different backgrounds and families of origin come together to create their own system. What we often don’t see initially is that these different experiences have shaped us individually and how we show up especially in romantic relationships. These often unseen and unresolved factors can have a tremendous impact on what we need and want and how we respond to someone else. Add in additional stressors including work life balance, finances, religious beliefs, culture, race, family members, friends, children, identity, distance and communication can become challenged and disagreements might ensue.

All relationships are a negotiation and together we can evaluate the unique needs of your relationship whether that be a traditional monogamous couple, an open relationship, multiple partner relationship or a non-monogamous relationship. Through this process we will work together to determine what goals and outcome we are working towards. Couples counseling or relationship therapy can support relationships at any age or stage and can help support joining and forming, relationship maintenance, restructuring and renegotiation, reunification, and healthy separation.

It is important for me to create a safe space for my clients to be able to express themselves and every voice is valuable to the process. I understand that every relationship is different and it is important for me to gather a thorough history to be able to understand and support your unique needs. Together we will work to identify strengths and use them to guide the skill building to enhance your ability to read your partner’s non-verbal and verbal cues to improve communication, connection and intimacy.

Relationship therapy for a couple or multiple partner relationship starts at 50 minutes per session but can also be scheduled for 80 minutes and is recommend to be scheduled weekly. Sessions can be held either in person at one of my office locations in Downtown Los Angeles or West LA or via video for clients in California or Virginia.