Navigating Relationships
Relationships have a way of revealing the parts of us that most need attention — our hopes for closeness, our fears of rejection, and the habits we’ve developed to stay safe or in control. You might notice patterns that repeat, even when you want things to feel different: shutting down in conflict, feeling unseen, giving more than you have, or holding back to avoid getting hurt.
Therapy can help you slow down and understand what’s happening underneath these moments — what your mind and body are trying to protect you from — and build new ways of relating that feel steadier, more honest, and more connected.
How I Can Help
My Approach
My approach pulls together what we know about the neurobiology of attachment, emotion-focused communication, CBT, mindfulness, and the realities of how people relate to each other in everyday life.
In our work, we pay attention to what’s happening inside you in real time — the thoughts that show up, the emotions that get activated, and the ways your body responds when you feel misunderstood, overwhelmed, or hurt. We look at the patterns you’ve carried from earlier relationships, how they made sense at the time, and how they might be limiting you now.
From there, we practice slowing things down, staying present during difficult moments, and expressing your needs in a way that feels honest and grounded. Over time, you develop more clarity, more steadiness, and more choice in how you respond — so your relationships feel healthier, more balanced, and more aligned with who you are and how you want to show up.
The Goal
What we’re working toward isn’t avoiding conflict or becoming a different version of yourself. It’s understanding your patterns more clearly, staying connected during the moments that feel hard, and responding in ways that reflect who you are rather than who you’ve had to be.
Over time, this work helps your relationships feel more steady, mutual, and aligned with the kind of life you’re trying to build.