Relationship Issues Therapists in Sacramento, CA
Deny, deflect, disappear: the three steps of pretending menopause isn’t messing with your relationship.
This isn't a time to hold back. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy woven together with parts work and integrative approaches, we create space for both of you. I work with warmth and structure, to help partners share feelings, fears, and needs. Healing happens at the speed of trust. It happens in the places where you finally feel safe enough to be honest.
Deny, deflect, disappear: the three steps of pretending menopause isn’t messing with your relationship.
This isn't a time to hold back. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy woven together with parts work and integrative approaches, we create space for both of you. I work with warmth and structure, to help partners share feelings, fears, and needs. Healing happens at the speed of trust. It happens in the places where you finally feel safe enough to be honest.
I also love working with teens, couples, and families.
The first step in any journey takes the courage to start. And you already have! You're here. I know there is still a lot of shame around being vulnerable and asking for help. We live in a world that often demands perfection, high expectations, and pushing ourselves to the max. Struggling with depression, anger, or trauma does not make you a failure. It makes you human. I believe we all have the innate ability to heal ourselves, and therapy can support you in finding that clarity and empowerment.
I also love working with teens, couples, and families.
The first step in any journey takes the courage to start. And you already have! You're here. I know there is still a lot of shame around being vulnerable and asking for help. We live in a world that often demands perfection, high expectations, and pushing ourselves to the max. Struggling with depression, anger, or trauma does not make you a failure. It makes you human. I believe we all have the innate ability to heal ourselves, and therapy can support you in finding that clarity and empowerment.
As a therapist and trainer/consultant for over 30 years, I’ve come to appreciate the power of stories - both individual and collective. Who am I? How do I build and sustain relationships that matter? How do I express what is making it hard to find my place in the world and express who I really am? These are questions that we all struggle with. Therapy offers a support for exploring these questions ad discovering our own answers. I am a Certified Relational Gestalt Therapist with training in Jungian, Object Relations and Family Systems. I look forward to the possibility of getting to know you.
As a therapist and trainer/consultant for over 30 years, I’ve come to appreciate the power of stories - both individual and collective. Who am I? How do I build and sustain relationships that matter? How do I express what is making it hard to find my place in the world and express who I really am? These are questions that we all struggle with. Therapy offers a support for exploring these questions ad discovering our own answers. I am a Certified Relational Gestalt Therapist with training in Jungian, Object Relations and Family Systems. I look forward to the possibility of getting to know you.
I specialize in pregnancy, postpartum, infertility and helping individuals and couples with the adjustment to parenthood.
Motherhood not what you expected and you're feeling overwhelmed? Are you a new parent and you feeling anxious, lonely, doubting yourself as a new mom or don't feel like yourself? Or, are you struggling with infertility and beginning to lose hope you'll ever become a mom? Whether you've experienced a pregnancy loss, are facing an uncertain pregnancy, or have lost your sense of identity since becoming a mom, we can work on that. I offer counseling for residents in California who are dealing with perinatal or postpartum depression, anxiety, grief/loss, birth trauma/PTSD, and the challenges of early parenthood.
I specialize in pregnancy, postpartum, infertility and helping individuals and couples with the adjustment to parenthood.
Motherhood not what you expected and you're feeling overwhelmed? Are you a new parent and you feeling anxious, lonely, doubting yourself as a new mom or don't feel like yourself? Or, are you struggling with infertility and beginning to lose hope you'll ever become a mom? Whether you've experienced a pregnancy loss, are facing an uncertain pregnancy, or have lost your sense of identity since becoming a mom, we can work on that. I offer counseling for residents in California who are dealing with perinatal or postpartum depression, anxiety, grief/loss, birth trauma/PTSD, and the challenges of early parenthood.
I work with adults and couples using a relational approach that emphasizes connection: being seen, heard, and valued for who you are AND where you are in your journey.
I have a direct and transparent approach, and work collaboratively to identify goals and tailor treatment to your specific needs. I practice research supported therapies and often draw from humanistic, cognitive behavioral and mindfulness based techniques. I have received specialized training in EFT for couples, CBT, DBT & Motivational Interviewing.
I work with adults and couples using a relational approach that emphasizes connection: being seen, heard, and valued for who you are AND where you are in your journey.
I have a direct and transparent approach, and work collaboratively to identify goals and tailor treatment to your specific needs. I practice research supported therapies and often draw from humanistic, cognitive behavioral and mindfulness based techniques. I have received specialized training in EFT for couples, CBT, DBT & Motivational Interviewing.
Does your partner withdraw and refuse to talk about your relationship problems?
Humans are hard wired to bond with one another. When we feel disconnection from the most important people in our lives, we protest – sometimes loudly, sometimes quietly. We can feel stuck in a never-ending cycle but you can get unstuck and I can help. You can learn how to improve communication and loving connection and find safety in one another again.
Does your partner withdraw and refuse to talk about your relationship problems?
Humans are hard wired to bond with one another. When we feel disconnection from the most important people in our lives, we protest – sometimes loudly, sometimes quietly. We can feel stuck in a never-ending cycle but you can get unstuck and I can help. You can learn how to improve communication and loving connection and find safety in one another again.
Whether you’d like to talk about your experiences with anxiety, depression, relationships, substance-use, sex, or other hard to discuss concerns, I’m here for you.
It’s okay! Things will be alright! (>‿◠) Meet me at my mid-town Sacramento counseling office for a chill, judgment-free space to have a friendly, casual little talk about what’s going on.
Whether you’d like to talk about your experiences with anxiety, depression, relationships, substance-use, sex, or other hard to discuss concerns, I’m here for you.
It’s okay! Things will be alright! (>‿◠) Meet me at my mid-town Sacramento counseling office for a chill, judgment-free space to have a friendly, casual little talk about what’s going on.
I work with adult individuals and couples at Love Heal Grow in midtown Sacramento—voted best in our community year after year!
You were taught, either directly or indirectly, that others’ needs were more important than yours. You learned to keep the peace, to avoid conflict and to care for everyone else while ignoring your own feelings and experiences. Guilt creeps in when you set boundaries and asking for what you need brings on feelings of not being enough or fear of being too much. Even when people thank you or often turn to you for help, you still feel like you are falling short. Visit the Love Heal Grow website to learn more or to schedule online today. In-person, virtual and weekend appointments available!
I work with adult individuals and couples at Love Heal Grow in midtown Sacramento—voted best in our community year after year!
You were taught, either directly or indirectly, that others’ needs were more important than yours. You learned to keep the peace, to avoid conflict and to care for everyone else while ignoring your own feelings and experiences. Guilt creeps in when you set boundaries and asking for what you need brings on feelings of not being enough or fear of being too much. Even when people thank you or often turn to you for help, you still feel like you are falling short. Visit the Love Heal Grow website to learn more or to schedule online today. In-person, virtual and weekend appointments available!
I partner with my clients to process trauma, unpack patterns of thinking and behavior, promote self-awareness and achieve balance in their daily lives and relationships.
My primary specialty is couples therapy. I support with breakdowns in communication and problem solving, infidelity, premarital counseling, repeat/perpetual conflicts, loss of intimacy, and identifying roles in the family system. Together, we will explore alternative pathways for connection and heal attachment wounds that hinder vulnerability.
I partner with my clients to process trauma, unpack patterns of thinking and behavior, promote self-awareness and achieve balance in their daily lives and relationships.
My primary specialty is couples therapy. I support with breakdowns in communication and problem solving, infidelity, premarital counseling, repeat/perpetual conflicts, loss of intimacy, and identifying roles in the family system. Together, we will explore alternative pathways for connection and heal attachment wounds that hinder vulnerability.
Relationships are one of life’s greatest sources of meaning, but they also bring challenges that can leave even strong partners feeling stretched.
Our practice specializes in working with couples seeking to address emotional roadblocks using Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), trauma-informed, and somatic methods. Our goal is to help you shift the patterns affecting your relationship and create a safe space for building healthier connections.
Relationships are one of life’s greatest sources of meaning, but they also bring challenges that can leave even strong partners feeling stretched.
Our practice specializes in working with couples seeking to address emotional roadblocks using Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), trauma-informed, and somatic methods. Our goal is to help you shift the patterns affecting your relationship and create a safe space for building healthier connections.
Do you find yourself trapped in navigating challenging family and relationship situations?
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma. With over 15 years of experience, I have had the opportunity to work in schools and various community mental health agencies. I utilize CBT, family systems therapy, and trauma processing to help my clients regulate and process unresolved feelings and negative patterns.
Do you find yourself trapped in navigating challenging family and relationship situations?
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and trauma. With over 15 years of experience, I have had the opportunity to work in schools and various community mental health agencies. I utilize CBT, family systems therapy, and trauma processing to help my clients regulate and process unresolved feelings and negative patterns.
If you’ve been feeling anxious, restless, or stuck in relationship patterns that no longer serve you, please keep reading.
I use a relational approach, working with individuals facing anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy concerns, infidelity, life transitions, grief, and loss. Additionally, I specialize in clinical hypnosis for anxiety and insomnia, helping you cultivate a sense of agency to tap into your inner strength and find new ways to handle everyday challenges.
If you’ve been feeling anxious, restless, or stuck in relationship patterns that no longer serve you, please keep reading.
I use a relational approach, working with individuals facing anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy concerns, infidelity, life transitions, grief, and loss. Additionally, I specialize in clinical hypnosis for anxiety and insomnia, helping you cultivate a sense of agency to tap into your inner strength and find new ways to handle everyday challenges.
Are you looking for greater self-awareness, more rewarding relationships, resolution of difficulties from your past?
My approach is unique because it taps into the wisdom of the body to facilitate healing and change. Often folks will come into session in states of near constant fight, flight, or freeze. My training in body-oriented psychotherapy infuses my work with practical, effective tools to manage states of overwhelm, stress, and trauma.
Are you looking for greater self-awareness, more rewarding relationships, resolution of difficulties from your past?
My approach is unique because it taps into the wisdom of the body to facilitate healing and change. Often folks will come into session in states of near constant fight, flight, or freeze. My training in body-oriented psychotherapy infuses my work with practical, effective tools to manage states of overwhelm, stress, and trauma.
I work with individuals & couples who seek to improve their ability to care for themselves & others.
My work is rooted in the compassionate belief that you hold the strength to heal. Though, it might not always come in big, dramatic moments. More often, it looks like small, steady steps, & the courage to keep showing up. Together, we can untangle the complicated details at a pace that makes sense to you.
I work with individuals & couples who seek to improve their ability to care for themselves & others.
My work is rooted in the compassionate belief that you hold the strength to heal. Though, it might not always come in big, dramatic moments. More often, it looks like small, steady steps, & the courage to keep showing up. Together, we can untangle the complicated details at a pace that makes sense to you.
We offer innovative mental health treatment that honors the unique identities of our clients and aim to cultivate therapeutic relationships that provide safety for our clients to grow, flourish & thrive.
We offer a wide range of mental health services with 15+ specialized therapists for your whole family. Representing a wide range of backgrounds, our therapists work to create a safe space for clients to explore their inner selves, heal from trauma, and navigate life's challenges. We celebrate all identities, ensuring everyone feels seen, heard & valued.
We offer innovative mental health treatment that honors the unique identities of our clients and aim to cultivate therapeutic relationships that provide safety for our clients to grow, flourish & thrive.
We offer a wide range of mental health services with 15+ specialized therapists for your whole family. Representing a wide range of backgrounds, our therapists work to create a safe space for clients to explore their inner selves, heal from trauma, and navigate life's challenges. We celebrate all identities, ensuring everyone feels seen, heard & valued.
Do you feel stuck in your efforts to make your relationship work?
My many years of professional experience have led me to believe that the relational or individual crisis is an opportunity for growth. Pain signals the need for attention to a particular area of your life. When handled right, you will come through the crisis a stronger and wiser person.
Do you feel stuck in your efforts to make your relationship work?
My many years of professional experience have led me to believe that the relational or individual crisis is an opportunity for growth. Pain signals the need for attention to a particular area of your life. When handled right, you will come through the crisis a stronger and wiser person.
I work with individuals and families, and I have a particular passion for working with couples.
I integrate somatic experiencing practices to support awareness of how emotions live in our bodies and how trauma responses can impact our nervous system. By staying present and attuned, I tailor my support to meet each person’s unique needs.
I work with individuals and families, and I have a particular passion for working with couples.
I integrate somatic experiencing practices to support awareness of how emotions live in our bodies and how trauma responses can impact our nervous system. By staying present and attuned, I tailor my support to meet each person’s unique needs.
Are you struggling with emotional or sexual intimacy in your relationships?
Past clients would describe me as being personable, humorous when appropriate, and insight oriented in my approach. I believe that positive, healthy relationships are where true change can occur. I use schema therapy and psychodynamic approaches to help couples and individuals find greater trust, satisfaction, and intimacy. LGBTQIA+ and sex worker ally.
Are you struggling with emotional or sexual intimacy in your relationships?
Past clients would describe me as being personable, humorous when appropriate, and insight oriented in my approach. I believe that positive, healthy relationships are where true change can occur. I use schema therapy and psychodynamic approaches to help couples and individuals find greater trust, satisfaction, and intimacy. LGBTQIA+ and sex worker ally.
My approach to psychotherapy is based on a relational model.
On my way to become a therapist I worked a number of different jobs. I have been a dock worker, a 7-11 clerk, and a janitor, among other jobs. These experiences have, I feel, enhanced my understanding of some of the pressures individuals confront in life.
My approach to psychotherapy is based on a relational model.
On my way to become a therapist I worked a number of different jobs. I have been a dock worker, a 7-11 clerk, and a janitor, among other jobs. These experiences have, I feel, enhanced my understanding of some of the pressures individuals confront in life.
I am a Harvard-trained psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families affected by depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, and life's challenges.
My treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioral, EMDR, Mindfulness-Based, Psychodynamic, and Family Therapy. I have experience working with clients from diverse ethnicities, ages, religions, and sexual orientations. I also have expertise working with clients dealing with issues of trauma, acculturation, immigration, and cross-cultural relationships.
I am a Harvard-trained psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families affected by depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, and life's challenges.
My treatment modalities include Cognitive Behavioral, EMDR, Mindfulness-Based, Psychodynamic, and Family Therapy. I have experience working with clients from diverse ethnicities, ages, religions, and sexual orientations. I also have expertise working with clients dealing with issues of trauma, acculturation, immigration, and cross-cultural relationships.
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Relationship Issues Therapists
What types of relationship issues can therapists help with?
Therapists who specialize in relationships work with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of issues. Common concerns include communication problems, infidelity, intimacy difficulties, and navigating major life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, or caregiving. Family therapists may also address parent–child conflict, sibling rivalry, or other complex family dynamics.
What are the different types of therapy for relationship issues?
Relationship issues can be addressed through different types of therapy depending on whether you’re seeking help as an individual, couple, or family. In individual therapy, the focus is often on helping an individual understand how their own patterns, attachment style, and past experiences may be shaping their current relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), attachment therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) are three common forms of individual treatment that can help individuals understand their current relationship dynamics and improve their relationship quality. Couples therapy often uses other forms of evidence-based treatment, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) or the Gottman Method. Rather than focusing on the individual, these approaches focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional bonds between individuals in a relationship. Similarly, family therapy often focuses on communication but also examines how larger-scale dynamics—such as how parenting styles, generational differences, or sibling roles—may shape family relationships.
What actually happens in a therapy session for relationship issues?
The structure of a session depends on whether therapy involves one person or multiple people. In individual sessions, the focus may be on exploring personal patterns, role-playing difficult conversations, practicing listening skills, or setting goals for handling conflict. In couples or family sessions, each person is encouraged to share their perspective while the therapist helps uncover underlying emotions, highlight unhelpful interaction patterns, and guide more constructive communication.
How can I find an effective relationship therapist?
Finding a therapist who is a good fit for your needs, either for individual, couples, or family therapy, is critical to ensure effective therapy. Psychology Today’s online directory makes it easy to search for therapists who specialize in relationship issues, as well as related topics like marriage counseling. The platform offers filters to help you find a provider who fits your needs, such as gender, location, and fees. While the Psychology Today directory also offers the ability to filter by insurance type, it’s important to note that insurance may not cover many types of relationship therapy, such as couples counseling, so it’s important to inquire with your insurance plan about specific coverage details if intending to use insurance for therapy.