“Love doesn't just sit there, like a stone, it has to be made, like bread; re-made all the time, made new."
~ Ursula K Le Guin
"Love is not a bargain, it's a bond." ~ Sue Johnson
Your relationship is important. You have forged a bond; you have developed ways of connecting with your partner that in many ways feel like home to each of you. At the same time, you are finding differences or similarities in history, approaches to life, or coping styles that result in a recurring disconnect or conflict. It may be difficult to move beyond certain communication tangles, or there could be topics that are difficult to broach. You want to work through these challenges together and better understand each other. Communicating with your partner in ways that strengthen the trust and intimacy of your relationship takes courage. Having a safe space to explore these issues with a non-judgmental and supportive therapist can make a difference.
As a couple therapist, I listen to each of your unique histories, ways of making meaning, styles of coping with stress, and patterns of interacting with each other. I support you each in conversations that allow for deeper understanding into areas that initially feel like challenges, but that may prove to be opportunities for connection. These dialogues are tailored to promote connection and empathy between partners. Couple therapy can provide a safe environment to work through barriers, and to rebuild and strengthen trust and intimacy in your relationship. If this sounds like something you are interested in, I would be happy to help in this endeavor.
Some things you can expect if you choose to work with me in couple therapy include:
* I will help create a safe environment to discuss challenging topics.
* I will collaborate with you to understand and work to address your needs in couple therapy.
* I will offer and demonstrate empathy towards each of you.
* I will facilitate opportunities for sharing your thoughts, feelings, and needs, as well as to listen more deeply to your partner's thoughts, feelings, and needs.
* We will learn about your communication patterns, and I will help you to practice new ways of communicating.
* I will recognize and build on your strengths as a couple.
Testimonial
"Tamara brings to the table many years of experience in the mental health field. She is committed to continued education and growth. She has a calm and grounded presence. Tamara is experienced in couple therapy and provides a non-judgmental space for couples. I highly recommend Tamara for individual and couple therapy." ~Annia Raysberg, LMFT (colleague/ peer consultant)
~ Ursula K Le Guin
"Love is not a bargain, it's a bond." ~ Sue Johnson
Your relationship is important. You have forged a bond; you have developed ways of connecting with your partner that in many ways feel like home to each of you. At the same time, you are finding differences or similarities in history, approaches to life, or coping styles that result in a recurring disconnect or conflict. It may be difficult to move beyond certain communication tangles, or there could be topics that are difficult to broach. You want to work through these challenges together and better understand each other. Communicating with your partner in ways that strengthen the trust and intimacy of your relationship takes courage. Having a safe space to explore these issues with a non-judgmental and supportive therapist can make a difference.
As a couple therapist, I listen to each of your unique histories, ways of making meaning, styles of coping with stress, and patterns of interacting with each other. I support you each in conversations that allow for deeper understanding into areas that initially feel like challenges, but that may prove to be opportunities for connection. These dialogues are tailored to promote connection and empathy between partners. Couple therapy can provide a safe environment to work through barriers, and to rebuild and strengthen trust and intimacy in your relationship. If this sounds like something you are interested in, I would be happy to help in this endeavor.
Some things you can expect if you choose to work with me in couple therapy include:
* I will help create a safe environment to discuss challenging topics.
* I will collaborate with you to understand and work to address your needs in couple therapy.
* I will offer and demonstrate empathy towards each of you.
* I will facilitate opportunities for sharing your thoughts, feelings, and needs, as well as to listen more deeply to your partner's thoughts, feelings, and needs.
* We will learn about your communication patterns, and I will help you to practice new ways of communicating.
* I will recognize and build on your strengths as a couple.
Testimonial
"Tamara brings to the table many years of experience in the mental health field. She is committed to continued education and growth. She has a calm and grounded presence. Tamara is experienced in couple therapy and provides a non-judgmental space for couples. I highly recommend Tamara for individual and couple therapy." ~Annia Raysberg, LMFT (colleague/ peer consultant)
