Relational Therapists in 94141
Marcia Romero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SEP, NMP, SSP
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94141 (Online Only)
In sessions I work with my relational presence as a core resource in the exploration and processing of attachment wounding, knowing that it's never too late to repair the heartbreak of relationships that failed to attune to you.
I have 20 years of public and private experience as a trauma informed, somatic psychotherapist. I guide exploratory inquiry to support embodied insight making positive change possible. This depth process inspires a new connection to self and a movement towards desired shifts in health, relationships and vocation, decreasing the suffering of negative internal states, destructive patterns and distorted beliefs caused by early environmental & attachment wounding . I invite safe passage on a mindful journey of healing, awakening presence, trust, the expansion of agency and life affirming realizations that promote post traumatic growth.
In sessions I work with my relational presence as a core resource in the exploration and processing of attachment wounding, knowing that it's never too late to repair the heartbreak of relationships that failed to attune to you.
I have 20 years of public and private experience as a trauma informed, somatic psychotherapist. I guide exploratory inquiry to support embodied insight making positive change possible. This depth process inspires a new connection to self and a movement towards desired shifts in health, relationships and vocation, decreasing the suffering of negative internal states, destructive patterns and distorted beliefs caused by early environmental & attachment wounding . I invite safe passage on a mindful journey of healing, awakening presence, trust, the expansion of agency and life affirming realizations that promote post traumatic growth.
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Relational Therapists
How does relational therapy work?
Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.
Is relational therapy evidence-based?
Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.
How long are people typically in relational therapy?
Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.
Does relational therapy work?
While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.