How Does Marriage Counseling Work?

Starting marriage counseling can feel like a big step—and it’s completely normal to feel a little uncertain at first. My goal is to make the process feel safe, supportive, and clear from the very beginning.

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I’ve completed Levels I–III of training in the Gottman Method, a research-based approach to couples therapy that I use to help couples build stronger, more connected relationships. We’ll begin with a thorough assessment of your relationship—looking at your strengths, challenges, and how each of you sees what’s working (and what’s not). This typically includes a joint session followed by individual sessions with each of you.

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You may be invited to complete the  The Gottman Relationship Checkup, which offers a deeper look at areas like friendship, communication, conflict, trust, and barriers that may be getting in the way of connection (part of Gottman's Relationship House).

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Once the assessment and checkup are completed, we’ll set clear goals for therapy. From there, we’ll begin the real work of building new patterns—emotionally, relationally, and behaviorally. While every couple’s journey is different, I usually recommend at least 10–12 sessions after the assessment to allow time for lasting change to take root.

 

I’m here to walk with you each step of the way—offering support, feedback, and tools to help you grow your relationship with confidence.