You have options when it comes to therapy. Here is how our approach is different.

We Specialize in Couples and Relationships

Helping couples and individuals heal and grow in relationships is at the heart of our practice and what we do every day. We are immersed in the common challenges of relationships, such as communication, connection, and intimacy, and the significant struggles that relationships sometimes face; including betrayal, substance use, escalated conflict, or the potential of divorce. We also keep your relationship with yourself in the center, so whether you attend therapy with your partner on your own, your most important relationships are held, healed, and strengthened in therapy.

We Are Holistic

While we specialize in relationships, we know that relational struggles often open the door to further healing. Sometimes what arises in session is depression, trauma, neurodiversity, or a need for parenting support. With an integrative team, this provides the possibility of in-house therapy in the areas that you need with our team, in in our collective, or referrals to trusted professionals in our community. As Marriage and Family Therapists, we emphasize a relational and family systems approach to mental health and wellbeing. In addition, we weave in tools that support mind/body healing, aiding you to flourish.

We Use Research-Based Methods

We are trained in attachment theory and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), one of the most researched and effective approaches to relationship therapy. EFT gives us a clear map for helping couples, individuals, and families move out of disconnection and into trust, closeness, and connection. We continually train and engage in ongoing consultation to stay up to date with the current approaches in therapy. 

We Are Relational

Although we engage in rigorous clinical training, we come to every session with a strong belief that relationships and emotions are the agents of change. We bring our full, human selves to the therapeutic process. Our therapists are warm, engaging, optimistic, authentic and promote depth. You will not find cold and detached therapists at Integrative Couples Therapy. Our goal is for you to be understood and supported as you navigate the experiences that make up your relationships.

We Are Direct and Compassionate

Relationships can be complicated, it can be hard to see the interactions that keep you stuck. Our role is to offer steady guidance. We reflect what we notice, name the moves that create distance, and help you see a clearer way forward. We address challenges directly while offering practical and thoughtful support. Your values, choices, questions, and feedback will always shape the process. We work alongside you to help you build the connection and life you want, in a way that feels true to who you are.

We Really Care

One of the unique benefits of working with a small boutique practice is the personal touch we are able to offer. While we are therapists, we are also spouses, partners, mothers, sisters, and daughters living in San Diego with our own relationships and families. We understand how painful relationship and family distress is, and are deeply committed to helping you. Just as we support our clients, we remain dedicated to our own relational and personal growth.

We Encourage Growth Outside of Therapy

We will invite you to lean in, practice new skills, and show up fully for your relationships and yourself. New skills and patterns are built through daily practice. In addition to therapy, we provide workshops, courses, and resources to help you strengthen your relationships and personal wellbeing between sessions and carry your progress into everyday life.