Couples Therapy in California & Oregon
Talk to Michele | Online & In-Person
Couples Counseling
You’re Not Alone in This
Accepting that couples therapy may be a new part of your life isn’t an easy thing to do—but you’re brave enough to have considered it.
Relationships are complicated, and it’s easy to feel lost in the challenges they bring. If you’re here, you’re likely searching for clarity, understanding, and a way forward. My goal is to help you and your partner find that path together.
Reconnect, Repair, and Strengthen Your Relationship
Every relationship faces challenges, but when patterns of conflict or disconnection take hold, it can feel overwhelming.
Common Reasons Couples Seek Therapy
- Repeated arguments that never fully resolve
- Feeling unheard, unseen, or misunderstood
- Emotional or physical distance
- Trust issues or healing after betrayal
- Life transitions creating strain on the relationship
Couples therapy offers a structured, supportive space to understand what’s happening beneath the surface—and how to move forward together.
Online Couples Therapy in California & Oregon
Flexible, Effective, and Accessible Support
I offer online couples therapy for clients across California and Oregon, making it easier to access support no matter where you live.
Virtual sessions provide:
- The same proven, evidence-based approach as in-person therapy
- A comfortable and private setting from your own home
- Flexible scheduling for busy lives
- Consistent support, wherever you are
Online therapy allows you to focus on what matters most—your relationship—without the added stress of travel or logistics.
What Is Couples Therapy?
Couples therapy is a collaborative process designed to help partners better understand their relationship dynamics, communication patterns, and emotional needs.
A Deeper, More Meaningful Approach
I practice Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) because I believe relationships thrive when we feel safe, seen, and understood. Every couple brings their own story, shaped by personal histories, attachment styles, patterns, and unspoken emotions.
My role is to help you and your partner make sense of those influences, break free from unhelpful cycles, and create space for genuine connection.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Why EFT Works
Emotionally Focused Therapy is one of the most research-supported approaches to couples counseling. Rather than just managing conflict, EFT helps transform the emotional patterns that drive disconnection.
What You’ll Gain Through Therapy
Together, you’ll learn how to:
- Communicate more openly and effectively
- Break old, repetitive conflict cycles
- Understand each other’s emotional needs
- Resolve conflict with compassion
- Heal past wounds and rebuild trust
The goal isn’t just to fix problems—it’s to help you grow closer and stronger as a couple.
Couples Therapy in Santa Monica & Los Angeles
Serving Local Couples with Care
Talk to Michele provides couples therapy in Santa Monica and Los Angeles, supporting partners at every stage of their relationship.
Whether you’re:
- Dating
- In a long-term partnership
- Married
- Preparing for the future together
Therapy can help you move forward with greater clarity, connection, and confidence.
Who Couples Therapy Helps
Support for Every Stage of a Relationship
Couples therapy can benefit:
- Partners feeling stuck or disconnected
- Couples navigating conflict or communication issues
- Relationships impacted by trust or infidelity challenges
- Premarital couples building a strong foundation
- Long-term couples wanting to reconnect
If something doesn’t feel right in your relationship, therapy can help you understand why—and what to do next.
Looking for flexible support?
A Safe, Supportive Space for Change
Compassionate, Non-Judgmental Guidance
My approach is grounded in:
- Evidence-based therapy methods
- A warm, supportive environment
- Practical tools you can use in everyday life
You won’t just talk about what’s wrong—you’ll gain the skills and insight needed to create meaningful, lasting change.
Start Strengthening Your Relationship Today
FAQ
EFT focuses on emotional bonding and attachment, which are key to long-term relationship health and satisfaction.
Not at all. Many couples start therapy proactively to strengthen their relationship and prevent future issues.
Ideally yes, though we can discuss how to begin even if one partner feels unsure.
Every relationship is different, but many couples begin to see meaningful progress within 8–20 sessions.