Couple counseling may be suitable for couples who are open to engaging in a therapeutic process. Research shows that 70% of couples who have participated in some kind couple counseling have found it to be helpful. Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFCT) has also been identified as one of the most effective therapeutic interventions for couples with a 75% efficacy rate. Despite the generally high success rate and the effectiveness of EFCT, couple counseling may not be suitable for every couple. Depending on your expectations, goals, and circumstances, EFCT counseling may not be appropriate or beneficial. You may discover that another intervention is more suitable for your needs.

I will conduct an evaluation that will last approximately 2 to 6 sessions. During this time, we can decide if I am the best person to provide the services you need to meet your treatment goals.

EFCT therapy would not be appropriate if:

◦ If there is active domestic violence, threats of harm, or fear of violence from either partner’s perspective.

◦ If there is active substance abuse or untreated addiction on the part of either or both partners.

◦ If either partner is actively engaged in an ongoing secret affair that they’re not willing to disclose or end.

◦ If either member of the couple has an untreated major mental health diagnosis and they’re not willing to seek treatment.

◦ If either member of the couple is currently experiencing suicidal or homicidal thoughts or impulses.

◦ If one or both members of the couple are seeking a divorce and have already taken steps to end the marriage.

I have experience working with diverse couples, including those who are dating, married, in common law relationships, separated, or divorced. I support individuals at all stages of life, from young couples navigating the ups and downs of early parenthood, to empty nesters and those embarking on post-retirement adventures. Regardless of gender identity, everyone is welcome. I am committed to creating a safe and inclusive space for individuals from BIPOC and LGBTQI+ communities.

Every couple's therapy will be tailored to their specific needs. If we decide to start psychotherapy, we will typically schedule 55-minute sessions once a week or every other week at a time that works for all of us, although some sessions may be longer or more frequent. During the first four sessions, I will gather information to assess your treatment needs. Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) can be a shorter-term intervention, lasting 12-24 sessions, but creating lasting change may require more time. After my initial assessment, I will offer my treatment recommendations.

It is not uncommon to have one partner who might be more resistant or hesitant to start therapy. Many partners come to couple therapy feeling anxious or even ambivalent about therapy. Therapy requires vulnerability and can feel scary for some. If your partner agrees to come, since you can't force them, I will do my best to create a safe, relaxed, and caring environment where each partner feels that I create space for them to be heard and validated.

Shared goals and expectations are extremely important. Every couple has different goals, which often differ among partners. Depending on the nature of challenges and/or goals, there may not need to be a shared goal or desired outcome to make changes that positively impact the relationship. Common goals include: - Strengthening relationship bonds. - Increasing intimacy/sexual bond. - Repairing bond after fracture, for example, infidelity or financial betrayal. - Deciding whether to separate or stay together. - Navigating separation or divorce. - Improving co-parenting. - Reconciliation or getting back together after separation.

Counseling can help address immediate challenges, often linked to enduring relationship patterns, thoughts, feelings, and emotions.

Couple counseling primarily focuses on the couple and the relational patterns between them, while individual counseling is focused on the individual. In couple counseling, you and your partner have the opportunity to create space to better understand yourselves, each other, and the dynamics you create together.

It is not uncommon for clients to start working with me in couple counseling, and later on, one of the partners may transition to individual therapy. While working with you, I may also request to meet individually with you or your partner if I feel it would benefit the therapeutic process.

I offer couples a 55 or 75 minute session. Generally 55 minutes is enough time but there may be a time in which you may feel you need extra time.

During our first session, we'll discuss the issues that brought you to therapy and establish general goals. In the second and third sessions, I'll meet individually with each partner to explore family and relationship history. In the fourth session, we'll reconvene to delve deeper into your relationship patterns.

I do not accept any insurance. I offer receipts for you to submit to your insurance company if you are eligible for Out Of Network (OON) benefits. You will need to request receipts for reimbursment. You are responsible for managing reimbursement and any insurance policy changes that may impact reimbursement.

In order for us to set realistic treatment goals and priorities, it is important to evaluate what resources you have available to pay for your treatment. If you have a health insurance policy, it will often provide reimbursement for out of network providers such as myself. I will provide you with whatever assistance I can assist you receiving the benefits to which you are entitled; however, you are responsible for submitting invoices for reimbursement.

For each psychotherapy session, my private pay fee is $175.00 for a 55-minute individual/couple session and $225.00 for a 75-minute couple session. Please note that my fees are subject to yearly increases, and any changes will be communicated to you in advance to allow for proper planning. Payment is expected at the time of each session unless we have made alternative arrangements. Self-pay clients will receive a Good Faith Estimate (GFE) before starting treatment. The GFE provides an estimate of the costs that private pay clients may incur during the agreed-upon time frame for treatment.

Accepted forms of payment include check, e-transfer, and online payment with a credit card.

An initial evaluation typically lasts 2 to 6 sessions. During this period, we can determine whether I am the best fit to help you achieve your treatment goals. If psychotherapy is initiated, we will generally schedule one 55-minute session per week or every other week at a time that works for both of us. It's worth noting that some sessions may be longer or more frequent. After scheduling an appointment, you are expected to cover the full cost of the session, unless you cancel with at least 48 hours notice. The cancellation fee is $125.00.

I am licensed in Massachusetts. Therefore, at this time, I can only work with clients who reside in Massachusetts.