Relational Therapy
Relational therapy can mean different things to different people. To me, it means that healing happens when we create relationships safe enough to hold us—on the days we sparkle and the days when pain feels overwhelming—which means my priority will be building and maintaining a secure therapeutic alliance with you. Relational therapy acknowledges the impact of relationships on our wellbeing and values empathy, compassion, and open communication. Through this collaborative journey, people can develop healthier ways of navigating conflict and enhance intimacy by empowering themselves to build fulfilling and meaningful relationships.
Attachment Theory
Attachment theory is a framework that explores the importance of relationships and emotional bonds. This theory claims that early experiences with caregivers shape an individual's capacity to form and maintain relationships throughout their lives. Secure attachments, characterized by trust, mutual support, and emotional availability, are essential for healthy development and satisfying adult relationships. By understanding attachment patterns, we can gain insight into relationship dynamics, address unresolved traumas, and work towards building secure and fulfilling connections—not just with other people—but also with yourself and your environment.
Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT)
Informed by attachment theory, EFCT recognizes that human beings are wired for connection and intimacy, offering an opportunity for those seeking to repair, revitalize, and strengthen their bond. EFCT is a particular therapeutic approach designed to address the attachment wounds and negative patterns that erode the foundation of a relationship, helping partners identify and express their needs, as well as understand the underlying fears and insecurities that may be fueling conflict. By helping couples develop healthier patterns of communication, improve access to deep rooted emotions and foster trust, EFCT paves the way for a more fulfilling and resilient connection.
