Relationship Counseling & Sex Theapy

Relationship Counseling

Helping Couples Reconnect, Heal, and Thrive

You don’t recognize your relationship anymore—and you can’t ignore the disconnection either. If you’re feeling hurt, frustrated, or confused, you're not alone. Many couples experience moments where they wonder: Is this normal? Is this as good as it gets?

Maybe you look back at old pictures of yourselves and don’t even recognize who you were as a couple. You feel like roommates, not lovers. You want to feel chosen again—not just another to-do on a never-ending list of responsibilities. Communication feels difficult, and intimacy—both emotional and physical—feels like it’s slipping away.

You’re craving connection, but you don’t know how to fix the breakdown, especially in the bedroom. If you’ve been asking yourself, Can we get back to a place of love, trust, and desire?—the answer is yes.

You’re not alone.

As a couples therapist specializing in relationship counseling, I help partners like you navigate the stuck places and create meaningful change. Whether it’s emotional disconnection, sexual frustration, or years of unresolved hurt, healing is possible—with the right support.

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I’m a Relationship Counselor and an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist

As a **Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)**, I specialize in helping couples heal, reconnect, and thrive.
Why is it important to work with an **LMFT**? **Marriage and family therapists** are specifically trained to think **systemically**. This means I don’t just look at the individual issues within a relationship but the **dynamics** between partners and how broader systems—like family, cultural influences, and even past experiences—affect your relationship. I help you understand how your behaviors, emotions, and communication patterns are intertwined with your partner’s, and work together to address the root causes of your challenges. This systemic perspective helps create deeper, lasting change.

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Reconnection is Possible with Relationship Counseling- Even if You Feel Miles Apart

If you're reading this, it means you're not ready to give up—and that's a good sign.

Many couples wait too long before seeking help. But getting support doesn’t mean your relationship is broken. It means you care enough to try something different.

In my relationship counseling work with couples, I often hear things like:
“We don’t fight a lot—we just feel disconnected.”
“Sex feels like a chore, or it’s become nonexistent.”
“We love each other, but we can’t stop triggering each other.”

These are the real, vulnerable truths of long-term partnership—and they don’t mean you’re failing. They mean you’re human.

I help couples untangle these patterns and grow stronger in the process.

What I Offer as a Relationship Counselor

I work with couples at all stages of their relationship journey—from those preparing for marriage to long-time partners seeking to rebuild their emotional and sexual connection. In our work together, you can expect to address:

Communication struggles and emotional disconnection
Low desire or mismatched libido
Parenting and partner resentment
Sexual frustration and lack of intimacy
Faith transitions and religious conflicts

As a Relationship Counselor, I use a Developmental Model and differentiation framework to guide couples through their challenges, allowing them to grow both as individuals and as partners. This approach empowers you to understand how your individual development impacts your relationship and helps you navigate challenges with empathy and respect.

Online and In-Person Relationship Counseling Services

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In-Person Relationship Counseling in Centennial

My office is conveniently located in Centennial, Colorado just off I-25 and 470, making it easy to access from Denver, Littleton, Parker, Lone Tree, and surrounding areas.

The space is designed with your comfort in mind—ample parking, a cozy waiting area with drinks, and a private, welcoming therapy space where you can feel at ease discussing sensitive topics.

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Why You Should Work With Me as a Relationship Counselor

I work with couples who are motivated and ready to move from frustration, resentment, and loneliness into empathy, connection, and intimacy. If you’re asking yourself, Is this relationship worth saving? Can we get back to a place of love and joy?—the answer is yes.

As a relationship counselor, I offer specialized support that goes beyond traditional counseling. My goal is to help you develop deeper emotional intimacy, rebuild trust, and reignite the sexual connection that brought you together in the first place.

Here’s why clients choose to work with me:

I’m a specialist, not a generalist. As an AASECT-certified sex therapist, I integrate sexuality and relationship counseling to address both emotional and physical intimacy.
I respect your values. Whether you're navigating faith-related issues or aligning your relationship with your core beliefs, I honor your personal and spiritual values.
I provide a safe, compassionate space. You’ll never feel judged or pressured to conform to any one-size-fits-all approach. We’ll work at your pace and create a therapy plan that’s right for you and your partner.
I’m results-oriented. Together, we’ll identify clear goals and work towards tangible improvements in your relationship—whether that’s better communication, more emotional closeness, or a more fulfilling sex life.

I work with couples located in Colorado, Texas, Utah, and Washington via online therapy and in person in Denver. My office is conveniently located in Centennial just off the I-25 and 470, which allows me to offer services for those in Centennial, Littleton, Parker, Lone Tree, and surrounding communities.