Individual Therapy, Family therapy, and couples counseling services.
Based in Austin, Serving all of Texas online
My Mission
Maybe this sounds familiar:
You’re intelligent, high-functioning, and deeply committed to self-improvement. You’ve read the books. You’ve listened to the podcasts. You’ve succeeded in most areas of your life. But when it comes to love—something’s not clicking.
Trying to make your relationship better feels like hitting a wall.
You care. You’re trying. But it still feels like you’re stuck—disconnected, in constant tension, and unsure how to move forward.
Trust me. I get it.
Not too long ago, I was right where you are.
Successful in many areas of life, but when it came to relationships, I felt like I had missed the memo. Despite all my effort, I felt out of sync, out of confidence, and quietly ashamed that I couldn’t “figure out” love the way I had figured out everything else.
So I swapped my frustration for curiosity.
I dove deeper. And what I discovered is this:
Love may be natural. But relationships are learned.
After a decade of education, clinical work, and research, I developed the STRONG Model—a trauma-informed, attachment-based framework for relational healing and growth. It’s clear, adaptable, and designed for real people trying to do the real work of love.
This work isn’t just theoretical for me—it’s personal.
I met my husband in 2010, and through open communication, shared growth, and a whole lot of humility, we’ve built a solid, joyful, resilient marriage. That lived experience informs everything I bring into the therapy room.
So whether you're an individual trying to untangle old relationship patterns, or a couple on the brink trying to find your way back—this is the work I love most.
Therapy with Me
What is Trauma-Informed Therapy?
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Trauma-informed therapy primarily focuses on helping individuals understand and manage their relationship with their own nervous system. Trauma can significantly disrupt this relationship, leading to a dysregulated nervous system. Trauma therapy aims to guide individuals in finding safety within their bodies and emotions through self-regulation. However, healing from trauma extends beyond self-regulation. A crucial ongoing aspect of this work is learning to regulate oneself within relationships and fostering safety in connection with others.
What is the difference between your STRONG Model of Relational Therapy and other approaches?
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With my foundation in couples therapy and specialized trauma certification, I recognized that traditional couples therapy often focuses on cognitive approaches and may not fully address the impact of underlying trauma. This can lead to challenges, especially with couples experiencing high conflict. I work with couples to explore the underlying attachment injuries and past traumas that contribute to protective and conflict-causing behaviors. By creating a space where these wounds can be addressed without being re-triggered, I aim to help couples move past impasses and toward healing.
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What's the Benefit of a Trauma-Informed Couples Therapy Approach?
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The primary benefit of a trauma-informed couples therapy approach is that it is client-centered, with goals set by the clients and sessions paced according to their individual processing needs. This approach recognizes that progress toward deeper connection happens only when both partners feel safe enough to take the necessary steps. Trauma-informed care creates a space where individuals can learn to trust their own judgment and move toward living in alignment with their inner wisdom and core values. My approach helps couples understand how trauma affects their relationship and focuses on developing skills to co-regulate, manage conflict, and communicate in healthier ways, ultimately building a stronger connection.
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Contact
Email: info@austinstrongrbc.com
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