Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) is designed as a short-term model, ranging from 8–20 sessions. However, the length of treatment can vary depending on factors such as the complexity of patterns, the presence of trauma, frequency of sessions, and each partner's readiness to change, commitment to therapy, and capacity for engagement in the process.

Many couples experience relief within the first three to four months of therapy as they complete the initial deescalation stage of treatment. Some choose to conclude therapy at that point once conflict has decreased and things feel calmer day-to-day. Others continue into deeper work focused on strengthening the connection and integrating lasting changes.

We will regularly discuss your goals and progress to determine what your relationship needs.

Every relationship is unique, and our work together is be shaped by your specific strengths, challenges, and goals. At the same time, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) provides a clear roadmap for understanding relationship distress. Each session, we'll explore your negative cycle and hone in on the moments that keeps you stuck.

Because EFCT is an experiential approach, sessions go beyond discussing problems or analyzing communication. Instead, we focus on what is happening in real time between partners, creating opportunities for new emotional experiences, deeper understanding, and more secure connection. At times, our work may also incorporate mindfulness, body awareness, parts work, or other experiential interventions to help access and express experiences that can be difficult to put into words.

My approach is collaborative, integrative, and and paced with care. Nothing is forced. Rather than focusing solely on communication skills, the goal is to create new experiences of safety, responsiveness, and emotional engagement that foster lasting change both within and beyond the therapy room.

Yes! Virtual therapy can be just as effective as in-person therapy for couples and individuals, as long as you have a stable internet connection and a private space to focus on the work.

For virtual couples therapy, it is best when partners are able to join from the same location and can minimize distractions. This helps support focus, clear communication, and the ability to stay present and attuned with one another during sessions.

There may be times when partners are not in the same location and need to join from separate spaces. This should only be reserved for special circumstances as being together in the same room is generally most supportive for relational work.