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I am a licensed Marriage and Family Counselor in Albany, California who works with couples and individuals. If you live in the 94706 zip code, in Berkeley or Albany, and want to see an experienced, caring counselor for marriage, couples, or individual therapy, I can help.
Bring back warmth, fun and love
Couples and Relationship Counseling Can Help
You're not communicating - at least not the way you'd like to.
You've probably tried to solve the problem - by talking, getting angry, or hoping things would work themselves out. Maybe there was a time when you and your partner could talk about anything. You laughed and cried together, shared your hopes and dreams. But somehow that changed, and now it's lonely. You might be feeling...
- Sad that you don't relate the way you used to
- Frustrated with arguments that go in circles
- Unhappy with the distance between you
- Lonely and unsure your partner really cares
- Inadequate because you can't seem to say or do the right thing
- Afraid your partner will leave
- Broken-hearted by an affair or hurts you can't let go of
You might even be thinking about separation or divorce.
Maybe you disagree with your partner about parenting, family, sexual connection, infidelity, or just plain communication. But deep down you want warmth and connection. You long to feel closeness and comfort. You want to trust your partner, feel appreciated, know that you're there for each other. You want to feel a love that lasts.
You Can Feel Close Again
Relationships can be repaired. Many people regain trust, find new passion, fall in love again. Like everything worthwhile, it takes some effort. But the rewards are great: a relationship where you feel cared for, appreciated, and close.
Even the best relationships go through rough spots. They're normal. If you've tried to get through them on your own and you're not getting anywhere, couples counseling can help. I can show you how to use those rough spots to make your relationship stronger. Since 1987, I have helped hundreds of single, married, and partnered clients rebuild trust, feel new energy and passion, and make choices from their heart.
Create a warm, satisfying relationship
Through relationship counseling, I can help you learn to communicate clearly, solve problems effectively, and feel closer to your partner. With the right support, you can say things you've always wanted to say but never felt you could. You'll learn how to...
- Bring back affection, romance, and intimacy
- Work together on parenting and finances and chores
- Use disagreements to learn about your partner and feel closer
- Rebuild trust after an affair / infidelity
Together in couples counseling or individual counseling we explore what you want for your relationship. Then I provide you with tools to help you build a closer, more intimate relationship and make the changes you want. Each time we meet you'll have opportunties to...
- Communicate openly and honestly
- Feel safe talking about what really matters
- Stay calm, even when your partner gets upset
- Feel more connected with your partner
I use proven methods and years of clinical experience to help you build intimacy and passion in your relationship. Through couples therapy, you can change patterns of arguing and distance, and find creative ways to meet relationship challenges.
In my 17 year marriage and as the mother of twins, I've learned what it takes to build a happy, rewarding relationship - humor, compassion for yourself and your partner, a willingness to forgive, and a commitment to take the time you need to build the relationship you want. As a relationship counselor I'm active and energetic, and I offer ideas, feedback, and strategies. We don't just talk about problems -- you learn practical strategies that help you feel heard by the person you love. From the very first session, you'll start to look at your relationship in a new way.
Individual Relationship Counseling
If your partner won't come in, individual relationship counseling can help you communicate more effectively, get your needs met, and feel happier in your relationship. You can...
- Feel more comfortable with yourself, stay calm, and speak from your heart
- Ask for what you want from your partner without coming across as demanding or moody
- Stop feeling stuck and start to understand what helps your partner feel close
If you're wondering whether to stay in a relationship or go, individual counseling can help you to make the choice that feels best for you. You can...
- Talk it out in a supportive place before you take action
- Make your decision with your head and your heart
- Live your ideal relationship now even if your partner isn't ready
If your're looking for a relationship, individual counseling can help you
- Balance taking care of yourself with taking a chance on someone new
- Learn how old hurts can get in the way of a new relationship, and resolve them
- Get clear about what's most important to you in a relationship and go for it