build relationships that feel good
Therapy for relationship struggles in Craig and Steamboat Springs
Do you keep having the same fights with the same people?
Maybe a conversation with your partner ended in days of silence. Perhaps a family visit left you drained, a family member has stopped speaking to you, or you’ve realized you’re always the one reaching out to a friend. You may be saying yes when you mean no, then resenting it. Or you simply feel like you can’t get it right, no matter how hard you try.
Whatever it is, you’re probably noticing it in more than one place:
Rehearsing conversations before you have them, then replaying them afterward
Swallowing what you need to keep the peace, and feeling resentful later
Feeling responsible for everyone's mood
Going quiet or pulling away when things get tense, or blowing up and regretting it
It may feel impossible now, but you can say what you need without it turning into a fight.
You can stay close to people without losing yourself.
You can respond differently, even when they don't change.
Relationship therapy can help you —
See the old beliefs and patterns that keep you stuck
Get to know the parts of you that go quiet, get defensive, or take over, using Internal Family Systems (IFS), so you understand why they react the way they do
Practice new ways to speak up and set limits, so you can build relationships that feel good
Sometimes our partners, family members, or friends can't or won't join us for therapy. You don't have to wait for them. We'll focus on your side of the pattern, because that's the part you can work with.
My approach comes from a place of curiosity. We're not hunting for what's "wrong" with you. We're getting curious about how you're wired, and why these patterns once made sense.
The same fights don’t have to be your story.
Frequently asked questions about relationship therapy
FAQs
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Sessions are a conversation. We slow down, talk through what's happening in your relationships, and get curious about what's underneath your reactions. Nothing is forced, and you set the pace. It's one-on-one, so no one else needs to attend.
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No. Many people start therapy alone because the other person can't or won't come. We'll work on your side of the pattern, which can change how the whole relationship feels.
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Yes. Whether you pulled away or someone pulled away from you, I can support you. I don't take sides, and I won't steer you toward reconnecting or away from it.
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It depends on you, what you want to change, and how long these patterns have been in place. We'll check in regularly about how it's going, so you're never wondering where we stand.
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I can't promise a particular result, but this tends to be a good fit if you're curious, willing to look inward, and tired of knowing better without doing better. Many people who come to me have already tried books, tools, or other therapy and are still stuck in the same loops.
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In our initial 15-minute consultation, we’ll have a relaxed conversation where you can share what’s been going on and what brings you to therapy. I’ll answer any questions you have about the process and how we can work together to address your anxiety. After that, if it feels like a good fit, we’ll schedule our first session to dive deeper into your goals.