As a PACT couples therapist, my approach is very interactive and experiential. We will be working as a team to expand our understanding of each partner as well as build capacity to operate as a secure-functioning unit.

It is my honor to serve all populations and one of the true benefits of PACT is that each couple gets to define their own shared principles, goals and vision for their relationship. I define a couple as a two-person system that is not exclusive to any specific age, gender expression, sexual identity or monogamy.

YES! I am a systemic therapist that works with individuals, families and couples.

No. In reverence to the couple system, I do not see or communicate with partners individually. Any initial consultations may include assessments for intimate partner violence that are conducted on an individual basis but all other interactions occur in the presence of the couple only. If both members of the couple are unable to participate in the session, it will be rescheduled to a mutually agreeable time.

This is a non-negotiable principle that has been established because I believe it is truly in the best interest of the couple.

Yes, I believe that confidentially is the foundation of the therapeutic relationship. All information is kept confidential with a very few, specific exceptions which will be discussed during our consultation phone call.

Okay. That is a hard question to answer and you (and your partner) get to make that choice.

Outside of threats to either partner’s physical safety, I will never, ever attempt to make that choice for you or advise you that you should not be in this relationship. Will I question you? Yes. Will I name resistance and ambivalence to challenge you both? Yes.

My goal is to help you remove the blocks that are getting in the way of connection. This process may improve your relationship or provide clarity as to how you both want to move forward separately in a compassionate way.

Either result is worthy, my only goal is that you make the choice that honors your experience… together.

As a general practice, no because the content of sessions can be inappropriate and confusing for minor children. That said, if a situation arises and both partners are in agreement, exceptions can be made.

I do not provide treatment for primary diagnoses of substance abuse, active psychosis or crisis services.

Absolutely! The process of divorce is complicated but improving communication and constructing a new relationship is possible.

I do not see divorce as a failure, I see it as a period of transition for a couple/family unit. It is my honor to support you through any life transition.